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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 […]
The Sci-Fi Film Fest is back! For five weeks this spring, the festival will showcase over 30 of science fiction’s most memorable films on the Empirical Theater’s giant four-story screen. […]
We are thrilled to announce the Portland Jewish Music Festival 2026! Now in its second year, this celebration of Jewish musical traditions from throughout the diaspora and Israel will fill […]
Experience one of musical theater’s most iconic shows, performed by the talented members of Catalyst: NWCT’s Youth Company. With timeless songs like “Children Will Listen,” “No One Is Alone,” and […]
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm […]
Come join the Reynold's High school drama and stagecraft student in this magical Shakespearan comedy with a modern twist. Fun for everyone! Showtimes are: May 7, 8, 14, 15, 16 […]
Family owned and operated peony grower selling fresh cut peony stems and plants. Clip your own bouquet or we will cut your selection for you. Come stroll our two acres […]
Join us this season at the Tigard Farmers Market, Sundays May 3rd-October 25th 9am-1:30pm. Family friendly fun with the Market Sprouts kids booth, splash pad opening end of May, an […]
Find good books at this incredible book sale! Choose from over 28,000 titles, all 50 cents or less and a variety of genres including children's books.
Join us for the new Centennial Farmers Market at Chop Chop Food Pod. Directly support local farmers and the sustainability of our community. Editor’s note: This event is a community […]
It’s Baby Animal Season at Frog Pond Farm in Wilsonville! Looking for things to do with kids near Portland or Salem this spring and summer? It’s all here at Frog […]
The Show will feature warbirds, world-class aerobatics and on Friday night only, their spectacular nighttime finale, KABOOM! FRIDAY: Gates open at 6pm and close at 10:00pm. Show starts APPROXIMATELY at […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and […]
Join us every Sunday morning at 10 am for a free kids' concert — the perfect weekend activity for families and kids!
Back by popular demand! You are cordially invited to join the Hatter for tea. Travel through the looking glass to enjoy an interactive extravaganza filled with music, magic, and just […]
Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition […]
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 […]
Explore 16 acres of cultivated and natural gardens in outer Southeast Portland! Families especially love The Aerial Tree Walk (fully ADA accessible) and the gathering meadow with room to relax, […]
Join us for three weekends of gift and card making at Hands On Children’s Museum! Give mom a much-needed break while the kiddos play. • Copper & Tin Works Giftmaking […]
Join us for Be Wildfire Aware, a free, family-friendly community event. Explore hands-on activities, learn from wildfire experts, and connect with community partners sharing practical tools and resources. Designed for […]
As wildfire risk continues to increase across our region, understanding how to prepare has never been more important. Be Wildfire Aware is a free, community-focused event designed to help individuals and families learn […]
See quality visual art and meet artists in their studios, community spaces, and homes. In this juried show and sale, you will find diverse media represented including ceramics, fiber art, […]
Celebrate National Bike Month and open streets at Southwest Portland Sunday Parkways presented by Kaiser Permanente on May 17, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Southwest Portland event […]
Who would want to live alone, miles and miles from their closest neighbor? Come hear the stories of brave men and women who faced danger to be fire lookouts living […]
Come experience all the MJCC has to offer at our annual open house event on May 17th from 11:30am - 3:00pm. The day includes the opportunity to try out fitness […]
Enjoy a family concert with Red Yarn & Friends! This special, one-day-only event will be full of music, puppetry, storytelling, and a ton of fun! Head to The Abbey at […]
Back by popular demand! You are cordially invited to join the Hatter for tea. Travel through the looking glass to enjoy an interactive extravaganza filled with music, magic, and just […]
Come on downtown on Sundays this May (and April 26th) to hang out with goats, relax in Director Park, play some board games, and enjoy some delicious s'mores! Who knew […]
This Pacific Northwest premiere brings the electrifying energy of spoken-word poetry to the stage! It’s risky for an undocumented young Chicana writer to share her work in public. When this […]
Bring some beauty to downtown Portland with a day of planing giant flower pots! Kids can plant seed pots and take them home, too. This event is family-friendly AND free!
