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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!
Northwest Children’s Theater’s 2025-26 Season kicks off in September with Spotlight: A Family Arts Festival.
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn traditions of China, Vietnam, and Japan with a festive day of cultural activities, family fun, and hands-on experiences at Lan Su Chinese Garden!
The 43rd annual Teddy Bear Parade returns to Gresham with fun for all ages! All participants and spectators are encouraged to bring their teddy bears in this celebration of children in our community. This community tradition boasts 80+ festive entries, from school marching bands and colorful floats to civic and cultural organizations. Gresham’s annual Teddy […]
It’s time for the 2025 Porch Concert Series! Join us on the front lawn for free, live music on the porch of our building on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month from May through September. Stop at the St. Johns Farmers Market and then check out some great local musicians while you picnic […]
Get ready for a prehistoric adventure the whole family will love! -Fossil Digs – Become a paleontologist for the day and uncover ancient treasures. -Meet the Fossil Team – See real fossils, touch detailed replicas, play a matching game, and explore fascinating books, stickers, pins and more for sale. -Hands-On Fossil Table – Hold genuine […]
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 […]
“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 protectors, often called Sasquatch and Bigfoot. The works in this exhibition are made by Indigenous artists and honor generations of spiritual practices, storytelling, and tradition. Leave your preconceived […]
The MAiZE at The Pumpkin Patch, the premier destination for family-friendly entertainment and fall harvest bounty on Sauvie Island, is thrilled to announce the celebration of our “Cornlandia” themed corn maze. This year’s Maize theme is a tribute to a wild harvest where nature, nostalgia, and northwest pride grow tall. For a quarter of a […]
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn traditions of China, Vietnam, and Japan with a festive day of cultural activities, family fun, and hands-on experiences at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Activities & Experiences: - Mid-Autumn Storytime: Award-winning children’s author Dane Liu shares stories and leads a hands-on craft activity. - Bunnies Meet & Greet: Say hello to rescued rabbits […]
Enjoy a day of unapologetic oddities, offbeat entertainment, and a celebration of Portland's uniquely quirky culture. We're throwing out the rulebook and embracing the bizarre in all its glory! What to Expect: A Kids Rave, Weird Characters, Weird Performers, Chicken Beauty Contest, Weird Costume Contest, Gigantic Brewery, Beer Garden and More! Tickets are $15, but […]
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!
Real History! Real Fun! On the Philip Foster Farm! Come visit Philip Foster Farm on the Oregon Trail where you can come visit our local historians and get a guided tour of our grounds, historical buildings and homes. We have historical hands on activities for the kids and a 1850"s store where one can purchase […]
Time to get out the lederhosen and dirndl skirts because the Downtown Estacada Commission (DEC) is planning “Estacada Oktoberfest” for September 27, 2025 in Downtown Estacada. This event will include fun activities such as a costume contest, pumpkin painting, pie eating, polka music, traditional food and beer.
Go view the incredible creations of Canstruction® at Pioneer Place as a family! Canstruction® is a unique international charity which hosts exhibitions and competitions of giant whimsical and wildly inventive sculptures made entirely out of full cans of food. After they are built, the teams of architects, engineers, and contractors display their structures to the […]
Enjoy the changing of the season with the Fall Fling in the historic St. Johns neighborhood. Art, activities and music from 1 PM to 4 PM in the St. Johns plaza, district-wide celebration with specials from local businesses all day! Live music, baby goats, fall-themed activities and more! Pick up a drawing entry form to […]
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, or just looking for a relaxing escape, this is the perfect way to enjoy the season. The best part? These are the lowest ticket prices […]
Please note: We do not know yet if the swifts will return to Chapman Elementary school this fall. Fingers crossed! During the month of September, head to Chapman Elementary School in Northwest Portland to see an incredible sight. One hour before sunset, thousands of Vaux’s Swifts gather overhead as they prepare to roost for the […]
