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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!
Northwest Children’s Theater presents the timeless musical, The Wizard of Oz, just in time for the holidays!
From March 22 - April 19, 2025, find 200 of these playful glass floats dropped on the beach in Lincoln City, Oregon. This is a part of Lincoln City’s Finders Keepers program, a local tradition where hand-crafted glass floats are hidden on the beach for people to find and keep. Here are some tips on […]
April 1-30 During center hours, embrace the spirit of spring with a fun-filled adventure! Families are invited to join in Bridgeport Village’s Butterfly Scavenger Hunt. Pick up a Scavenger Hunt checklist at the Security Office, or download here. Then set off to find 12 hidden butterflies tucked in the windows of stores and restaurants. Once […]
Celebrate all things Sasquatch during the inaugural Mt. Hood Sasquatch Festival coming to Welches this spring. Mt. Hood Oregon Resort will host the event April 11-13, bringing together Bigfoot hunters, enthusiasts, filmmakers and local vendors. A “Kids Zone” from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday will offer kids activities including a Sasquatch coloring contest, lessons […]
SuperKids Resale is a huge kids' consignment event that happens every Spring and Fall in Oregon. Happening in Gresham this April 8th - 13th with 500+ Families and 100,000+ Items! It is SUPER easy to make some extra cash by cleaning out your kids’ closets. Consignors earn 65% of their sales and get to shop before the […]
Hey dad’s (all who identify)! Grab a ticket and bring your littles to the Literacy Kid Lounge for a fun morning of play. Connect with other dads and keep your kiddos happy with storytime, play, music and bubbles! Ticket will be for one child and their caregiver. Siblings need their own ticket. Due to limited […]
In partnership with Finlandia Foundation Columbia Pacific Chapter, Portland Finnish School, Nordic Northwest invites you to this family Easter event. Parents, grandparents, and friends come enjoy coffee and pastries while kids make Easter crafts and hunt for eggs! In good weather this event will be partly outside so bring your lawn chairs and/or blankets. Tickets include […]
KidDo-Re-Mi is a group music class for babies/toddlers with their adult. Contact marysutton.piano@gmail.com to sign-up ahead of time and for the exact address. Class is held on Sundays from 10:00-10:45 and 11:15-1200 in NE Portland near the Grotto. $10-$20 sliding scale Join us for exciting songs and activities designed to enrich our connection with music, and nurture a love […]
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 […]
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! […]
We’re hiding 12 eggs in the store. 12 on Saturday, 12 on Sunday. Each one has a prize inside and each one gets you an entry to win a $50 gift certificate (!) One egg per kid. Prizes in every egg. One lucky winner gets $50 to spend at Thinker Toys. Thinker Toys Saturday April […]
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 […]
Hop into the Magic of Spring! The Easter Bunny is making a special stop at Vancouver Mall! Gather your family and friends for a festive photo experience filled with springtime joy and magical memories. March 28 – April 19 Lower Level, JCPenney Court Hours Monday – Friday: 11AM-7PM Saturday: 10AM-8PM Sunday: 11AM-6PM Reservations are recommended but […]
HOP INTO SPRING AT BRIDGEPORT VILLAGE! Join us for a day filled with smiles, laughter, and plenty of photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. From 12pm to 4pm, you can find the Bunny hopping around the Village Green, ready to snap a cute and complimentary selfie with YOU! Selfies with the Easter Bunny in the […]
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.
Come join us for fun festivities not limited to games and an EPIC Egg Hunt! Prior to the egg hunt we will be having a Luau celebration that includes pulled pork, sides, and dessert. The luau starts around 11:45am and the Egg hunt will start promptly at 1pm. You are welcome to come to one or […]
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 […]
You and your family are invited to a free celebration of Earth Day organized and sponsored by the Eastmoreland Neighborhood Association. Join us for games, crafts and entertainment for all including a special performance by the Duniway Choir. U of O Master Gardeners, Master Recyclers, the Eastmoreland Garden Club and the Eastmoreland Neighborhood Association’s Tree […]
Join us for our FIRST ever Easter-themed Family Swim event on Sunday, April 13, from 2 to 4 p.m.! The event will feature Family Swim with an Easter Egg Hunt in the pool starting promptly at 2 pm, followed by family swim! There will also be a themed craft and light refreshments! This event is […]
Come enjoy all the The FLIP Museum has to offer during our soft opening period, but with fewer guests. Sensory Bin, Light Table, and Wind Tunnel Low-Light Cartoon-Making Room Green Screen Stage Fort-Making Galore Large Train and Car-Racing Tracks Mercado
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 A-WOL AEROS PRESENT: JUST KEEP SWIMMING! A-WOL Dance Collective Youth Company's Spring performance! 513 NE Schuyler St, Portland, OR (on the corner of Grand and Schuyler, one block north of Broadway) April 11 - 13, 2025 Friday, April 11 at 7:30 pm Saturday, April 12 at 3:30 pm Saturday, April 12 at 7:30 pm Sunday, April 13 […]
🐰🐣 Hop into an Bunny-adventure with us! Join us Monday, April 14th from 9:30-10:15 for a morning of bunny-themed music, movement, stories, and activities that will make your little ones’ hearts hop with joy! Located in SE Portland, each class is just $20 – and don’t forget, you’ll get 15% off if you refer or […]
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! […]
Join us for a a 30-minute Mandarin Music & Movement class specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for children five and under accompanied by their caregivers. Space is limited and available on […]
Hop into the Magic of Spring! The Easter Bunny is making a special stop at Vancouver Mall! Gather your family and friends for a festive photo experience filled with springtime joy and magical memories. March 28 – April 19 Lower Level, JCPenney Court Hours Monday – Friday: 11AM-7PM Saturday: 10AM-8PM Sunday: 11AM-6PM Reservations are recommended but […]
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.
Instructor led play for all skill levels ages 2 - 6 years old. One hour time includes group warm up and open play time. A guardian must stay and be on the floor for any child under 3 years of age unless enrolled in our Discovery program. Parent is not an additional cost but all […]
Drop in to decorate your own bee, butterfly or hummingbird wings on a no-school day. Be sure to show them off at Earth Day on April 26th in downtown Milwaukie! All ages. Library Community Room.
One of our most popular events of the year is back! Note: based on years of experience hosting egg hunts, this event is designed with safety as the top priority. As a result, the age range for participation this year will be limited to children aged 0-4. Let the little ones unleash their inner explorers […]
Join longtime educators Lara and Wally Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! every Tuesday and Thursday for weekly meetups for littles ages 0-4. *No class on Jan 28th. This is a calm, clean and welcoming space, where people take the time to visit and play. People can come in as early as […]
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 dance, sing, and groove with Miss Hattie at the PlayLab! Music and movement is designed to introduce children ages 0-3 to the joys of music and rhythm in a fun, interactive, and developmentally appropriate way. Each week will include play, movement, and sensory exploration. Participants must be 1 month to 3 years old when […]
Buy one open play entry and get one free every Tuesday starting in March at our Indoor Playground!
