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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!
The Portland Regional Gem & Mineral Show is a family-friendly event focused on Geology and Paleontology.
Quintessential Portland activities, plus new ones to try!
Free Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch at Bella Organic Farm are now running every day all the way until Halloween.
Each spring, Abby’s Closet invites high school students to a 2-day Prom Dress Giveaway where you can choose a dress that fits your unique style—completely FREE of charge. More than 7,000 dresses have been donated just for you. We have vintage and brand new, short and long, and sizes 0-20+. Abby’s Closet believes all high […]
The Arts, Culture & Heritage Commission dedicated a new Wilsonville Heritage Tree—nominated by a community member for its historical, cultural, or environmental significance. But which tree is it? Join us at this year’s Arbor Day Celebration at Town Center Park on Saturday, April 5 at 9 am where the Heritage Tree and its story will […]
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 class. Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Come on out to our annual Trillium Festival Saturday, April 5th, 9am -2pm Stop by the Gardening Resources Fair and learn from a whole lot of awesome land steward partners: - Tryon Creek Watershed Council - Oswego Lake Watershed Council - Westside Watersheds - West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District - Tualatin Soil & […]
Join us on Saturday April 5th for Opening Day for the Season! Regular campus admission fee is by donation; unless other event is being held on the grounds.
To celebrate National Crayon Day, Staples is giving customers a free 24-pack of Crayola crayons with any purchase. This deal is available from March 30 to April 5, 2025. Only crayons with SKUs 24467860 or 24515966 are included in the giveaway. If you’re unsure, ask an employee for help. Limit one box per customer. Pick up […]
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, awareness, and positivity. Children will get a coloring page or sticker to take home too! The shop carries juice, snacks, and other items for kids, […]
📖 Storytime with Stuffies – Snuggle up with your stuffed friend as we enjoy a heartwarming story together. 🎨 Stuffie Portrait Art Studio – Kids will create a one-of-a-kind painting or drawing of their stuffed animal using art materials. 📸 Photo Backdrop for Special Memories – Capture a sweet moment with your child and their stuffed animal at our photo station! This event […]
Need a joy break? Join us April 5th 10am - 11am for a pancake breakfast and visit with baby goats. At 11am - 11:30am Easter egg hunt!
Join Triskelee Farm School, Little Nestlings Early Learning Center, The Kitchen Garden Playschool and Goldfish West Linnfor a morning of discovery at our Education Fair! Whether you’re exploring preschool options, alternative learning programs, or enrichment opportunities, this event is your chance to connect with local educators and find the perfect fit for your child. Come meet a […]
Join us for an eggciting day at the farm! Come for eggs hunts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, crafts, and bouncing around.The bunny will be making appearances from 10:30-1:30pm The egg hunt is suitable for all kid ages. Eggs are empty and there is no set times. Come hunt for eggs and redeem age appropriate […]
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 for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration. Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, a […]
Leap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Hortlandia is taking place April 4 and 5 at Westside Commons in Hillsboro. The event brings together small specialist nurseries and garden-themed artists from across the Northwest. Explore tried-and-true and unusual plants, handmade art, and used garden books from more than 60 nurseries, artists, and horticultural organizations. Here are the dates and times: Friday, April […]
Bring your stuffed animal to storytime, then leave them at the library overnight for a sleepover! Animal friends & photos of their adventures will be available for pickup on Sunday, April 6. All ages. No registration required, but capacity limited to the first 50 attendees.
Pete the Cat and company rock out in this fast-paced, globe-trotting musical adventure based on the smash hit book series! Catch your favorite groovy cat live on stage as he helps Jimmy Biddle find inspiration and unleash his creativity. Live on stage at The Judy in downtown Portland March 15 - April 13 Saturdays and […]
🌟 Clackamas County Kids Summer Camp Expo 🌟 Get ready for the ultimate summer camp showcase! Join us on April 5, 2025, from 11 AM – 3 PM at Happy Valley Library for a fun-filled day of exploring the best camps, classes, and activities for kids of all ages! 🎭 Arts & Performance | ⚽ […]
On the first Saturday of the month, join us in the Discovery Museum’s reading nook for Forest Storytime. A storytime dedicated to forests and forest-themed books that connect adults and children and engage the imagination. Coloring pages are also available. This offering is included with museum admission.
Tree planting at 11:30 am & 1:30 pm Kick off Arbor Month by planting a tree and lend the forest a helping hand to ensure a healthy future. Many hazard trees were removed this past winter to control an overabundance of native Douglas-fir beetles and Fir Engraver beetles which had infested drought-stricken trees. Staff will […]
Hop into spring fun at Bunny Bash, a family-friendly Easter celebration filled with activities and entertainment for kids of all ages! Enjoy a day of festive fun, including: Meet & Greet with Easter Characters Face Painting for a colorful holiday look Easter Egg Crafts to spark creativity Live Entertainment and more! Join us for a […]
Portland’s Old Town Chinatown transforms into a vibrant street fair on Saturday, April 5, from 12-8 p.m. Visitors can look forward to an unforgettable springtime feast featuring Portland’s best Asian street food vendors. Every spring, Portland breaks from the confines of winter into a brilliant display of blooms. Depending on who you ask, the most […]
Join us for songs, snuggles, and support! Meet with other caregivers (of brand new tiny humans) in a safe, clean, calm, accepting environment. We'll sing some lullabies and get to know one another. Due to the this particular age group's sensitivity, MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL ACCOMPANYING GROWNUPS.
Our first dance back on the mountain is less than three weeks away! We can't wait to dance with you all again on the beautiful Mt. Tabor. The theme for the first dance is Leave No Trace. LNT is one of our most important community ethos and keeping the dance sustainable is very important to […]
See Guide Dogs for the Blind’s mission in action at one of our public graduations, held on our campus in Boring, Oregon. We hope you will join us to celebrate with our clients, volunteers, donors, and staff! If you’re not able to join us in person, graduations are live-streamed on GDB’s YouTube channel. Please note that […]
Tree planting at 11:30 am & 1:30 pm Kick off Arbor Month by planting a tree and lend the forest a helping hand to ensure a healthy future. Many hazard trees were removed this past winter to control an overabundance of native Douglas-fir beetles and Fir Engraver beetles which had infested drought-stricken trees. Staff will […]
Pete the Cat and company rock out in this fast-paced, globe-trotting musical adventure based on the smash hit book series! Catch your favorite groovy cat live on stage as he helps Jimmy Biddle find inspiration and unleash his creativity. Live on stage at The Judy in downtown Portland March 15 - April 13 Saturdays and […]
Free, original music for kids by kids. The epic, new kid rock band Hammerhead will thrill audiences of kids and adults alike. 10 year-old student rock band Hammerheads is performing an all-original set of "family-friendly punk rock" music at the Portland Saturday Market on Saturday, April 5th at 2pm. This will be a fun way to […]
Come to the library to build with LEGO. Expert Molly will provide a creative challenge, along with tips & tricks. Ages 5 & up. No registration required, but capacity is limited to the first 50 attendees. Library Community Room.
Join us April 5th from 2-5 PM for a soup and seedlings party! Together, we will get a start on spring gardening by swapping and starting seeds, and enjoy a warm meal together cooked by Thimbleberry staff with our produce. Seeds, potting mix, & egg cartons will be provided. Feel free to bring any extra materials (seeds, […]
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 with. Prices: $22 - General Admission $20 - Youth (4-12), Seniors, Military with valid ID FREE - Ages 3 & under FREE - Within 7 […]
The Portland Night Market is back April 4+5 with our People of Portland edition! Be sure to check out our NEW gallery featuring local artists and their incredible works. We have so many fun new things planned for you!
Join Tallulah's Daddy at Mississippi Pizza on the first (and now third!) Saturday of every month at 5pm for musical fun. We'll sing, dance and shake, all while enjoying delicious food and beverages. $10-20 per family suggested donation at the door.
Tiffany Mills and the NYC-based Tiffany Mills Company has created over 20 works performed with a “fearless sense of freedom and exhilaration” (Washington Post). Mills’ process of creation is collaborative, ensemble-based, and multidisciplinary. She collaborates to blur lines between mediums and to discover layered methods of constructing dances (drawn from partnering, improvisation, and somatic modalities). […]
