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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!
Learn about electricity and how circuits work at FLIP on Fridays. With a little parental guidance, kids can make cups draw, toothbrushes walk, and more. All our other exhibits will […]
Join Mr. Hoo every 1st and 3rd Friday as he plays live music for children of all ages. A mix of original and classic songs, egg shakers for the kids […]
Ladybug Nature Walk at Overlook Park – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore […]
Portland Book Week starts June 6th, so let's celebrate at the Literacy Kid Lounge! We will have storytime, crafts, bubbles and finish with a balloon drop! Space is limited, so […]
“We must walk lightly when we are between worlds with this sacred being.” – Phillip Cash Cash Indigenous peoples have long been in relationship with and shared stories about sacred forest […]
During Fleet Week, ship tours are offered on a first-come first-served basis. U.S. Navy ships will be open for public tours on June 5-8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]
The Portland Rose Society Annual Spring Rose Show is the largest and longest-running rose show in the nation. The exquisite beauty and fragrances of this yearly show emanate from more […]
Fathom, created by the local Roboto Octopodo collecive is an immersive underwater-themed art experience and world full of creativity and surprises featuring whimsical sculptures and objects for visitors to interact […]
CityFair is the ultimate family outing for kids and parents! Packed with kid-friendly rides, tasty treats, and hands-on fun, it's an exciting place to explore, play, and make big memories. […]
Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum Wildflower and Watershed Festival June 6 - June 8 * Confirm event schedule times with the event host's website if you plan to attend* […]
We’re back at Laurelhurst Park all Summer long with Portland’s favorite outdoor stand up comedy showcase! Always free to attend, always fun. Every Friday starting June 6th and running through […]
The Ridgefield Big Paddle Waterfront Festival commemorates the designation of the Lewis River to Vancouver Lake Water Trail each year on National Trails Day. The Ridgefield Big Paddle began in […]
June 7th & 8th, 2025 | A weekend of homespun fun, showcasing and demonstrating arts & crafts by local artisans. The weekend will also include a market with local vendors, […]
Watch colorful Dragon Boats race across the Williamette River near the Hawthorne Bridge! The Rose Festival is proud to host the Portland Rose Festival Dragon Boat Races, an event that […]
Bring your little ones for drop-in fun, available every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday! Drop-in for messy art, sensory exploration, and open-ended play, or join us for a group or […]
