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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!

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  • Studio Ghibli Film Fest

    Studio Ghibli Film Fest
    OMSI

    OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites […]

    $16 – $22

  • Portland Dumpling Week

    Portland Dumpling Week

    Take a break from cooking and enjoy a delicious meal from participating restaurants during Portland Dumpling Week! Now in its 12th year, the citywide celebration brings Portlanders together to explore dumplings […]

    Varies by location

  • Free Parking Day at Metro Parks

    Free Parking Day at Metro Parks

    Get out and explore nature in 2026! Enjoy free parking at Oxbow and Blue Lake regional parks, Broughton Beach, M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp and Chinook Landing Marine Park on 19 days in 2026. The dates for 2026 […]

    Free

  • Valentines Community Playdate

    Learning Train Academy 309 W 39th St Suite 100, Vancouver, Washington

    Come explore a morning of Valentines crafts, activities and fun for the whole family! Learn what Learning Train Academy Child Development Center is all about while you're here. Editor’s note: […]

    Free

  • Tree Time! Preschool Walks

    Tree Time! Preschool Walks
    Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

    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 […]

    $5 – $8

  • Red Barn Baby Day

    13021 SE Hubbard Rd. 13021 SE Hubbard Rd., Clackamas, Oregon

    CUTENESS OVERLOAD!  Baby Animal Day is almost here! North Clackamas FFA invites you to their annual Red Barn Baby Day 2026! Get up close and personal with the cutest baby […]

    Free to attend

  • Mr Hoo Mondays @ SWPMA PLAY!

    Mr Hoo Mondays @ SWPMA PLAY!
    SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United States

    Join us at SWPMA PLAY! in SW Hillsdale Town Center, every third Monday for music time with popular local artist/musician, Mr. Hoo! This padded play space is bright, clean, fully […]

    $12 – $25

  • Lego Free Play and More!

    Bethany Library Annex 4888 NW Bethany Blvd, Suite K-2, Portland, OR

    Enjoy a drop-in program for kids ages 5 and up who enjoy building with LEGOs and other creative building materials at Bethany Library!

    Free

  • Music4Harmony Concert & Instrument Petting Zoo

    Cedar Mill Library 1080 NW Saltzman Road, Portland, OR

    Enjoy a concert by youth musicians! Kids will be invited to explore the violin, viola and cello through interactive demonstrations and an instrument petting zoo. Ages 5+.

    Free

  • Community Dad’s Group

    Community Dad’s Group
    Brentwood-Darlington Community Center 7211 SE 62nd Ave, Portland, O, United States

    Our program hosts weekly father-child interaction groups, monthly dads’ workshops, and monthly outings just for fathers and kids. We work to increase fathers’ confidence, competence, and help connect them with […]

    Free

  • Studio Ghibli Film Fest

    Studio Ghibli Film Fest
    OMSI

    OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites […]

    $16 – $22

  • Portland Dumpling Week

    Portland Dumpling Week

    Take a break from cooking and enjoy a delicious meal from participating restaurants during Portland Dumpling Week! Now in its 12th year, the citywide celebration brings Portlanders together to explore dumplings […]

    Varies by location

  • THPRD Indoor Play Parks

    THPRD Indoor Play Parks
    Cedar Hill Recreation Center

    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 […]

    Free – $8

  • Sellwood Community House Open Gym

    Sellwood Community House Open Gym
    Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, Oregon

    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 […]

    $8

  • Early Childhood Mandarin Music and Movement Class

    West Linn library 1595 Burns St, West Linn, O, United States

    Join us for 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 […]

    Free

  • Lunar New Year Storytime at Greenbean Books

    Green Bean Books 1600 NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR

    Listen to great titles and sing along to silly songs with bookseller Matilda and celebrate Lunar New Year with Green Bean Books!

    Free

  • Lunar New Year Craft

    Cedar Mill Library 1080 NW Saltzman Road, Portland, OR

    Drop in for a special craft celebrating the Lunar New Year. Ages 2+.

    Free

  • Tumble Time

    Tumble Time
    OMEGA Gymnastics 9700 SW Harvest Ct STE 180, Beaverton, OR

    Instructor supervised open play for all skill levels ages 24 months - 8 years old. One hour time includes warm up, event rotation areas, and play time. Ages 24 months […]

    $5.00

  • Lullaby Group (0-3 Months)

    Lullaby Group (0-3 Months)
    The Musikry 43 NW 3rd St, Gresham, OR

    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 […]

    Free

  • Community Dad’s Group

    Community Dad’s Group
    Brentwood-Darlington Community Center 7211 SE 62nd Ave, Portland, O, United States

    Our program hosts weekly father-child interaction groups, monthly dads’ workshops, and monthly outings just for fathers and kids. We work to increase fathers’ confidence, competence, and help connect them with […]

    Free

  • Cooking History & Black Eyed Peas

    Fairview Columbia Library 1520 NE Village Street, Fairview, Oregon

    Stones, Bones and Blacked-Eyed Peas presents: The historical and cultural significance of black eyed peas. Join chef and owner of Finer Things Events and Catering, Michelle Guinn, along with her […]

    Free

  • Portland Mardi Gras Parade & Kids Costume Pageant

    Luke’s Frame Shop (Albina & Mississippi) 4703 N Albina Ave, Portland, OR, United States

    Mysti Krewe of Nimbus presents: The 2026 Portland Mardi Gras Parade On Fat Tuesday, the heart of North Portland beats to the rhythm of brass and drums as the Portland Mardi Gras […]

    Free

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