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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!
A Musical Comedy of Ghoulish Delights at the Historic Barclay Theater Don't miss your chance to see The Addams Family like never before. With a story full of twisted humor, heart, and […]
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 […]
Music with Mr. Ben is back at Wonderwood Springs this Sunday (and every Sunday). Enjoy a morning of live music. Perfect for kids and adults alike!
“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 […]
GEM FAIRE: November 21-23, 2025, Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave., Hillsboro, OR. Show hours are Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm (no admittance after 4pm Sunday). Admission $7 weekend […]
Join us once a month and explore your creative nature here at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum with our friend at RAD Creative. From Forests in a Bottle to paper snails, seed […]
Juniors Derby Discovery Day is a FREE way for your 7-17 year old to try roller derby! Are you curious about roller derby? Want to see if it’s the right […]
Join us for Crafternoon, a self-guided, themed crafting session with reuse materials! Our weekly themes vary, offering exciting inspiration like seasonal decor, miniatures, paper crafts, and unusual material challenges. All […]
Come join Moms in the same season of life as you! MomCo is designed to connect moms of children 0-grade school. We provide childcare and interactive programming for your children […]
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, […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Red Yarn is thrilled to return to the beautiful Taborspace Sanctuary on Tuesday mornings for a weekly music & puppet show. Families are invited to come sing, dance, and experience […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Cedar Hills Recreation Center for a variety of fun games for children under the age of six! Enjoy our […]
Buy one open play entry and get one free every Tuesday starting in March at our Indoor Playground!
Let the littles run, roll, and explore in our old-school basketball gym! We transform the space with ride-on toys, balls, and toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended play. Perfect for burning energy […]
Join us for live music with children’s performer Mr. Ben, a fun show designed for kids (ages newborn through 5) —but enjoyable for adults too! This free, family-friendly event (tips […]
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 […]
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, […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and […]
Toddler Sound Bath & Learn (Ages 2-6) GUIDE — Graham Slick DURATION — 30 minutes LOCATION — Aloka — 1607 SE 3rd Ave. Portland OR 97214 (Map) VIBE — Listen, […]
Red Yarn is thrilled to return to the beautiful Pivot Studio, located in the historic Village Ballroom on NE Dekum St, for his weekly Wednesday morning music & puppet show […]
“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 […]
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, […]
TODDLER STORYTIME at your favorite neighborhood bookstore! Wiggles, giggles, and great stories await! Join us at Sunrise Books, your community children's bookstore, for a magical morning of stories, songs, and early learning fun—just […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Cedar Hills Recreation Center for a variety of fun games for children under the age of six! Enjoy our […]
“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 […]
Let the littles run, roll, and explore in our old-school basketball gym! We transform the space with ride-on toys, balls, and toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended play. Perfect for burning energy […]
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 […]
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, […]
