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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!
Quintessential Portland activities, plus new ones to try!
Huehca Omeyocan, ancestral Mexica, Chichimeca, Aztec Music and Dance. Huehca Omeyocan will close Día de Muertos with a special ceremonial event full of color and dance. Performance at The Haven. […]
Shop local at a Portland-area farmers market this weekend! Think fresh produce, local cheese, and maybe even a little chocolate or wine to round out your haul. Plus, many have […]
Head to a Multnomah County Library near you, or venture out to a new one for various storytimes and activities! There's an option for pretty much every day of the […]
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked […]
For the 30th anniversary of Milagro’s Dia de los Muertos festival, audiences will meet Pedro Linares, who dreamed up alebrijes, in this playful homage that celebrates his totemic creations. In […]
Portland’s longest-running Día de los Muertos celebration turns 30 this year! Each year, Milagro observes Día de los Muertos with the premiere of a new production, altar displays, and community […]
Head to a Home Depot near you at 9 a.m. on the first Saturday of every month for free kids workshops! While supplies last. Each month is a different activity. […]
Head to OMSI's Empirical Theater for a nostalgic showing of Jumanji! Visit the event host's website for specific showtimes. Tickets for the film $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | […]
As the weather turns chilly, join us for our Rookie Ballet/Jazz class — perfect for ages 3–5! Your child will explore movement, music, and imagination through creative play and dance, […]
Looking for a cozy, FUN place to explore and play with your little as we head into the inclement fall & winter months? Join us for sensory play, creative building, […]
The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and […]
Everyone is invited to come together to discover & celebrate this special cultural event! Día de Los Muertos, celebrated in Mexico and parts of Latin America, is a time to […]
People of all ages are invited for holiday shopping from over 30 vendors, Antique Treasure Tables, holiday treats and a full Cafe open all day. There will be a Kids […]
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local […]
Join us every Saturday morning for children’s storytime! Whether an author is here to read their book or our staff is reading a favorite, we’ll feature stories that spread compassion, […]
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 […]
Meet at the Nature Center and join a Naturalist on a hike through Tryon Creek. Topics will vary week to week and are geared to ages 5 and up, but […]
Portland family performer Red Yarn & his Critter puppets are excited to do a live show at Childpeace Montessori School on Saturday, November 1st at 10:00 AM. This high-energy, all […]
Join us for a special storytime celebrating books that inspire courage, kindness, and self-expression — even when they’ve been challenged or banned. We’ll read Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry along with […]
This Open House event is for 6th-8th grade admissions for fall 2026. Come learn about our middle school program, take a tour of our campus, and connect with teachers, current […]
Welcome to Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect […]
“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 […]
This week's Museum Takeover is all about SENSORY LEARNING. Come make art and explore mysteries in ways that engage the senses. While you're at it, explore the rest of what […]
Join us at the Cedar Mill Library for stories, rhymes, songs and movement! ASL interpretation will be provided when available. Ages 2+.
Join us every Saturday as Gerard Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books generously donated by our neighbor’s Twin Rivers Books. Family friend, family fun, FREE!
Join us on Saturday, November 1st, 2025, from 11-3 PM for our 8th annual Día de los Muertos Celebration at Zenger Farm! Don't miss out on Oaxacan Cuisine prepared by La Cuchara, live […]
Calling all kids who love to design, construct and create! Each of our two events features a take-home craft, fun Magnetic Wonder Tiles activities, plus top-rated building faves children can explore! Parents and guardians, […]
Join us for our annual Day of the Dead celebration with food, activities and as-always, our community altar. November 1st : Story telling with Atzin Xomalli from 2-4pm Free flower […]
Decorate your bike for Día de los Muertos and then go on a bike ride together! Check event host website as details become available. Bike decorating at Noon; Ride leaves […]
Día de los Muertos Celebration at the MESO Makers Market! Join us as we honor tradition, celebrate life, and uplift our community in a day filled with culture, color, and […]
Join Kindie performer Jenny Wizbang for a fun, playful and interactive hour of tunes and treats! LEARN HOW TO: Make rhythms & sound effects Make an affordable, healthy & yummy snack Reduce […]
Learning to draw mushrooms can be a lot of fun for artists of all levels. Mushrooms offer simple shapes and amazing colors and patterns. Learn how to depict mushrooms using […]
