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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!
Come celebrate the wonders of the cosmos with us! Solar Telescope Viewing with Rose City Astronomers Peer safely at the sun through powerful solar telescopes and witness our closest star like never before! Space Presentation by Rose City Astronomers Blast off on a journey through the universe with an engaging, expert-led talk about the mysteries […]
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 […]
Come join us at Triskelee Farm for a fun-filled day at our Farm Market event! Every 3rd Saturday from 10:00 AM - 3pm for a day filled with local artisans, and delicious food. Support sustainable businesses and enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Triskelee Farm. -June 21, July 19, August 16, September 20 Snuggle a baby […]
The 3rd Annual Family Play Day includes 25 child-serving organizations, each providing a playful way to engage you and your kids. The stage show will feature hourly performances from Journey Theater, Metropolitan Performing Arts, School of Rock, Kekekui Foundation and Groove Nation — all featuring kids performing their hearts out. This event is FREE! Waterfront […]
Oregon’s history and military legacy come alive through dynamic displays, historical reenactments, and interactive activities. Regional history and military heritage organizations, museums, living historians, and military support organizations come together to honor and share the impact of armed services and those who served throughout Oregon’s history. Current service members will also be onsite to share […]
“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 whole family will be delighted at the Lincoln City Summer Kite Festival. Gaze up at huge, colorful octopuses swimming through the skies, whales breaching the clouds, and fast Rokkaku kites dancing through the air in loops and whorls. Held on the beach at the D River State Recreation Site, the annual Summer Kite Festival […]
Celebrate Juneteenth at The FLIP Museum and make some bracelets with us. The emacapation of enslaved people is certainly something everyone should celebrate, so join us this week and make a new friend. Museum entry is always only $8/person, with kids under 2 free. There is no additional cost to participate. While you are here, […]
Come join us for a day filled with Pokémon fun at Embassy Suites Portland Airport. Get ready to catch 'em all, find cool and exciting cards, and trade your way to becoming a Pokémon master! Whether you're a seasoned trainer or just starting your journey, this event is perfect for all fans of the franchise. Meet fellow trainers, […]
Enjoy vibrant music, captivating performances, thrilling jousts, and a bustling marketplace filled with master artisans and legendary food purveyors. Whether you’re here to explore history, dive into cosplay, or create magical memories with your family and friends, the Oregon Renaissance Faire promises an unforgettable experience in the enchanting pine forest setting of Canby, OR, now […]
Grammy-nominated children’s storyteller and musician Robbi Hall Kumalo performs at “Saturday Mornin’s Music!,” Beaverton’s newest concert series for children, sponsored by the Portland FolkMusic Society (PFS). Robbi combines song, dance, storytelling, and poetry for dynamic live performances with a focus on healing. Each month, a different family and/or kindi musician performs music and songs geared […]
Make friends while creating. Kids ages 3-5 can play with DUPLOs; kids ages 4-11 can play with LEGOs. Ages 3-11 with adult.
Ethos Music Center is thrilled to introduce our Community Drop-in Sessions. We have something new for music lovers of all ages and genres. Including… Community Jam Session and Drum Circle: Experience this joyful and energetic group making music in a fun and welcoming space. Drums are provided or bring any instrument of your choice. All […]
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 […]
