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Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Our Kids Calendar is packed with family-friendly events happening all around Portland! Please confirm event details with the host— we do our best to keep things accurate, but event details can change!
Village Green Playdates weekly mornings designed for toddlers — and the grownups who care for them.
Rain or shine, indoors or out, we’ve got ideas for making the most of this summer.
There’s nothing sweeter than an Oregon berry.
Summer Ballet Intensive: July 6 - August 1 The Portland Ballet’s Summer Ballet Intensive offers dancers ages 11-18 the opportunity to develop their technical and performance skillss. Dancers spend full […]
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and […]
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, […]
TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | March 21, 2026 to October 18, 2026 History comes to life in TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a rare opportunity for audiences of […]
Enjoy weekly free swim sessions at these PP&R outdoor pools: Creston Pool – Mondays 6:30pm to 8pm Peninsula Pool – Tuesdays 1pm to 3:45pm* Montavilla Pool – Tuesdays 6pm to 8pm […]
Head to OMSI's Empirical Theater to watch Minions & Monsters! Specific movie times are listed on OMSI's website. $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | OMSI Members receive 50% admission […]
Enjoy free, live music in beautiful Lake Oswego parks, featuring a lineup of talented local musicians. What to Expect: Live Music: A diverse lineup of artists bringing the best in […]
Try a free class with Music Together of Portland this week! Experience the magic of family music-making within a joyful, welcoming community! Babies classes for pre-crawling infants, birth to 8 […]
Looking for things to do with kids near Portland this spring and summer? It’s all here at Frog Pond Farm. Come meet our animals, including camels, llamas, mini donkeys, goats, […]
Are you navigating the exciting, challenging and rewarding journey of parenthood? Join a group of new parents looking to connect, share experiences, and support one another along the way! Editor’s […]
The Samoan cultural crafts have been a hit this month. If you haven't had a chance to make flower necklaces or some of the pattern art, make sure to come by […]
Roll, Jump, and tumble in the great outdoors! Tiny tumblers is moving to Sellwood Park and will continue on Wednesday mornings all summer! This 30 minute class will introduce tumbling […]
Andy blends music, movement, storytelling, and puppets into an interactive experience!
Kick off your Wednesday morning with live music, coffee, and community at The Heist! Join Portland kindie musician Mr. Ben for an interactive family singalong designed especially for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and […]
Topaz Farm farmer talks are the perfect way for your littles to meet one of our farm animals up close. Each week Farmer Kat brings out a different animal. It […]
Head to Hoffman Farms every Wednesday at 10 am this summer for stories, fresh air, and fun on the farm!
P&R’s Free Lunch + Play program offers nutritious meals and fun activities for kids and families when school is out. There are sports, games, arts, crafts, music, and other activities led by […]
Forest Hope Through Innovation is an interdisciplinary art-forest-science exhibition at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum that explores how creativity, research, and community action can shape a sustainable future for the forests […]
Each week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy […]
Help Artist Kathleen McHugh craft mushroom, flower, and animal mosaics to decorate the Children's Garden! Kathleen McHugh received her formal art training at the Cornish Institute of the Arts in […]
This summer, Portland Japanese Garden is host to a glowing world of light. Woven Light showcases the illuminated washi sculptures of Yuri Kinoshita, a Seattle-based artist who artfully crafts floating […]
May Storytime at the Library! Join School Psychology student Paula for fun and engaging storytime sessions in the Children’s Library. Location: UO Portland Library, 2nd Floor – Room 201 (Children’s Library) All are […]
Join Multimedia Storytelling Student Maria for a fun and engaging story time in the UO PDX Children’s Library. Location: UO Portland Library, 2nd Floor – Room 201 (Children’s Library) All […]
Come read a book with us every morning in the park! All ages welcome, but geared towards a younger crowd. Bring a picnic blanket (or check one out!), grab a […]
Join local children's authors for summer storytimes at Jan's & Arcade Book Exchange! We'll be reading aloud books geared towards older kids (ages 4-8) every other Wednesday morning while school […]
Roll, Jump, and tumble in the great outdoors! Mighty tumblers is moving to Sellwood Park and will continue on Wednesday mornings all summer! This 30 minute class will introduce tumbling […]
If you’re looking for affordable family activities, don’t miss Regal’s Summer Movie Express! During summer break, enjoy a series of great family movies returning to the big screen. Each week […]
The Moreland Theater has announced their Summer Kids’ Matinees Series happening every Monday and Wednesday of the summer at 11 am! All tickets will be just $1 (they encourage purchasing […]
Weekly markets will feature up to 25 local ceramic artists, studios and independent makers. On the last Wednesday of each month — June 24, July 29 and Aug. 26 — […]
Enjoy free live music at Gateway Discovery Park this summer! Every Wednesday from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. It's the perfect easy outing to get the kids out of the house, and […]
Enjoy free lunch and fun activities offered at this free summer youth recreation program. This year's host parks are Main City Park and Red Sunset. Activities: Arts and crafts Group […]
Stop by The Shack twice daily for FREE All Ages Bingo! Prizes include Oodles Toys Tokens and more. The event happens at both 12-12:30pm and 4-4:30pm. Editor’s note: This event […]
Looking for a fun and engaging way to bond with your baby while encouraging their physical and cognitive development? Come play at our Baby Only Open Gym held every Wednesday […]
