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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.
Nothing says summer like a sunny afternoon and a scenic train ride! Treat yourself to a 45-minute journey with scenic views along the Willamette River. Whether you're with family, friends, […]
Viva Tualatin, a celebration of diversity and community spirit, is one of Tualatin's most anticipated events of the year. Viva Tualatin promises an unforgettable experience for the whole family, filled […]
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. […]
I scream, you scream…we all scream for puppy dreams (and ice cream)! Join Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB) for a sweet summer ice cream social as we celebrate our mission […]
Welcome to a night of FAMILY FUN at My Gym! We cannot wait to have a blast. There will be two time slots to choose from each night: 4:30-5:30pm OR […]
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 […]
Summer is here! Head to various parks around Portland and experience free movies, concerts, festivals, and special events throughout July and August as part of Portland Parks & Recreations Summer […]
OPS Fest brings no-cost repertory Shakespeare to parks and venues all over the Portland Metro area. Forgetting the French Princess is arriving soon, King Ferdinand and friends swear off women, […]
Get ready for a fair-tastic showdown at the second night of State Fair Weekend with the Portland Pickles as we take on the Ridgefield Raptors in a game that’s more […]
Join New Wave Opera for our annual outdoor concert & fundraiser: Summer Splash! This all-ages backyard concert features tuneful opera arias, duets, and art songs by living composers, some of […]
Bike Summer (aka Pedalpalooza) is a festival of bikey fun! Most rides are free and all are open to the public to join. It's three whole months of fun on […]
Cool off at a splash pad! We love this safe, fun option for beating the heat with kids of all ages. Click on the neighborhood links in our Splash Pads […]
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 […]
Tigard Farmers Market at Universal Plaza in Downtown Tigard. The market runs every Sunday, May-October from 9am-1:30pm. There's activities for kids, including a splash pad, food trucks, and a great […]
