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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!
Get ready for a day full of excitement at the Fire Rescue Spectacular in Olympia, WA! Definitely worth a road trip.
Since 1954, Molalla Train Park has held a special place in the hearts of families Tailored to train enthusiasts, the park offers exciting train rides from May to October. The […]
Experience the charm of summer at the 69th Annual West Linn Old Time Fair, July 11–13, 2025, at scenic Willamette Park! Celebrate community spirit and local heritage with three days […]
Our summer programs that will be happening most Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Naturalist led programs on subjects such as cougars, owls, bats, and more! […]
The Alliance Française de Portland presents the 23rd Annual Bastille Day Festival on July 13, 2025, in celebration of the French National Holiday. Families are welcome! A dedicated outdoor children’s […]
Join us for Crafternoon, a self-guided, themed crafting session with reuse materials! Our weekly themes vary, offering exciting inspiration like seasonal decor, miniatures, paper crafts, and unusual material challenges. All […]
When Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are approached by twin sisters who have fallen victim to a shady employment scheme, the detective duo quickly find themselves navigating a mysterious web of intrigue and danger. […]
Join the Portland Actors Ensemble for FREE Shakespeare in the Park this summer. Come see the family-friendly "Twelfth Night" July 11-13 in Gresham's Arts Plaza and July 18-20th in Gresham's […]
Edna Vazquez: Best of Both Worlds (La Mejor de Ambos Mundos) at the East Portland Summer Arts Festival Experience two unforgettable nights of music with the incomparable Edna Vazquez. Blending the bold […]
Portland Parks & Recreation’s outdoor pools will offer one free open play swim session each week this summer, in addition to regularly scheduled swim lessons, open play swims, and water fitness classes. […]
Summer Time Park Meetups for Moms and Kids ages 0-5th grade. Meet other moms to share time playing, chatting and enjoying summer together. Meetups are in local west side parks […]
This 30-minute yoga class is designed for parents and their infants to foster secure bonding and parent self care! (In partnership with Now Yoga) 3 mos-10 mos (Child ideally able […]
This 30-minute yoga class is designed for parents and their infants to foster secure bonding and parent self care! Best suited for children 0-1 years old, parent participation required. This […]
Come learn the gentle art of massaging your infant in a safe community space. Each week we will be working with a different part of your baby's body. There will […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get […]
