Check out our Kids Calendar for in-person and virtual family Events.
We are proud to offer this popular community resource for things to do with kids in Portland. Always be sure to confirm information with the organizer for the most up-to-date information.
Featured Events
A Year with Frog & Toad
Join best friends Frog and Toad as they hop, sing, and dance through a year of adventure.
Verselandia! Youth Poetry Slam Championship
Portland's best youth poets compete for the title of Grand Slam Champion at the Verselandia Youth Poetry Slam Championshp.
Wildfire Preparedness Weekend
To help residents prepare for the Wildfire season, the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal, in partnership with Portland Fire and Rescue, is hosting a free Wildfire Preparedness Weekend with World Forestry Center at the Discovery Museum.
Oregon Ag Fest
Over 25 hands-on activities for kids! Plant seedlings, dig for potatoes, ride ponies, watch chicks hatch and so much more!
OMSI Sci-Fi Film Festival
OMSIFor eight weeks this spring, OMSI’s 2024 Sci-Fi Film Festival will showcase over 40 of science fiction’s most memorable films on the Empirical Theater’s giant four-story screen. From genre classics such as 2001: A Space Odyssey to more recent favorites like Everything Everywhere All at Once, the festival’s offerings are sure to appeal to science fiction fans of all […]
HackYoung Olympiad 2024
Online Event N/A, PortlandJoin Codingal's exciting online HackYoung Olympiad 2024 for Grades 1 to 12. Showcase your coding and problem-solving skills. Whether you're new or experienced this competition is for you whether you're in elementary or high school. You can compete solo or in teams of up to three encouraging teamwork and skill improvement. The online format makes it accessible […]
Kid’s Yoga at Happy Baby Play
Happy Baby Play 3205 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, ORJoin Nicole for Kids Yoga, a delightful introduction to yoga for toddlers aged 2-4 years old! Experience the calming benefits of yoga while bonding with your little one. 📅 Date: April 10th ⏰ Time: 9:15-9:45am Cost: 🌟 Members: $15 💼 Non-members: $25 Space is limited, so reserve your spot now! One caregiver is welcome to […]
Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days
Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens 115 South Pekin Road, Woodland, WAEach year in the spring, the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days to celebrate the beauty of lilacs in bloom. Visitors from around the world stroll through the gardens and buy their favorite lilacs. The gardens will be opening for spring for upcoming Lilac days April 20th to May 12th! Please check the calendar* for details. Event […]
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Wooden Shoe Tulip FestivalIt’s the Portland-area’s favorite photo op! Rows and rows (and rows and rows) of tulips of every color line the fields. There are also lots of fun activities to keep the kids happy, including carnival rides, bouncy slides, and more. The event usually runs from the end of March through the end of April. Check the […]
Mike Bennet’s Wonderwood Mini-Golf
Wonderwood Springs 7410 N Chicago Ave, Portland, ORGet ready for an enchanting adventure at Mike Bennett’s Wonderwood Mini-Golf, a one-of-a-kind 9-hole indoor immersive experience! The whimsical course, located in St. Johns, promises a visual feast with over 750 hand-painted original characters and scenery. From the #6 vertical Plinko hole to #4’s swiss cheese challenge with multiple holes (only one of which is […]
Watershed Alliance Environmental Film Series
Vancouver Community Library 901 C Street, Vancouver, WA, United StatesNow in its 14th year, the Watershed Alliance's Environmental Film Series is held on the fourth Tuesday of the month from January to June! Held at the Columbia Room of the Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St, Vancouver, WA 98660 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm. We are looking forward to seeing you there! Pizza will be provided […]
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Wooden Shoe Tulip FestivalIt’s the Portland-area’s favorite photo op! Rows and rows (and rows and rows) of tulips of every color line the fields. There are also lots of fun activities to keep the kids happy, including carnival rides, bouncy slides, and more. The event usually runs from the end of March through the end of April. Check the […]
Kids Story & Art @ Awake Coffee & Art
Awake Coffee & Art 7325 Se Milwalkie Ave, Portland, ORStory and Art for littles. Join the Awake Coffee Crew every Monday, Wednesday & Friday @10 am for story and kids crafts! Open time starts with a story. Crafts vary from clay bowls and fairy wands to lanterns and water colored creations. Younger siblings always welcome. Parents encouraged to chat, grab coffee and roam. Open […]
Indoor Playground
Mittleman Jewish Community CenterIndoor Playground (ages 6 mo. - 5 years) Play in our climate-controlled Sportsplex! Toys and equipment available, including a trampoline and gymnastics equipment. Adult must supervise their child(ren) while at Indoor Playground. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 am - 12 pm Cost: $12. Member Cost: Free
Mike Bennet’s Wonderwood Mini-Golf
Wonderwood Springs 7410 N Chicago Ave, Portland, ORGet ready for an enchanting adventure at Mike Bennett’s Wonderwood Mini-Golf, a one-of-a-kind 9-hole indoor immersive experience! The whimsical course, located in St. Johns, promises a visual feast with over 750 hand-painted original characters and scenery. From the #6 vertical Plinko hole to #4’s swiss cheese challenge with multiple holes (only one of which is […]
Parent-Child Spanish Class with Adventures in Spanish at Hammer + Jacks
REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesJoin Adventures in Spanish for seven weeks of 7 weeks of playful learning filled with stories, songs, and interactive activities. Save the date for April 10, and be sure to secure your spot before they're gone! 📅 Wednesdays for 7 weeks 4/10-5/22 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM 👶 Ages 2-5 💰 $140 ($20 per class) […]
Parent-Child Spanish Class with Adventures in Spanish at Hammer + Jacks
REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesJoin Adventures in Spanish for seven weeks of 7 weeks of playful learning filled with stories, songs, and interactive activities. Save the date for April 10, and be sure to secure your spot before they're gone! 📅 Wednesdays for 7 weeks 4/10-5/22 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM 👶 Ages 2-5 💰 $140 ($20 per class) […]
Pre-Natal Yoga at Happy Baby Play
Happy Baby Play 3205 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, ORJoin Dan for Prenatal Yoga, a safe and supportive class designed specifically for pregnant women. 📅 Date: Wednesday, April 24th ⏰ Time: 5:30-6:30pm Cost: 🌟 Members: $25 💼 Non-members: $35 Instructor: Dan Rassoul, a dedicated yogi with a passion for mindfulness and wellness. Dan's classes focus on strength, flexibility, and the power of breath, helping […]
United Way Laid-Back Literacy Society Book Club
United Way of the Columbia-Willamette 619 SW 11th Ave #300, Portland, OR, United StatesDo you love chatting about your current read? Do you want to tell everyone about your favorite book? Join us for the Laid-Back Literary Society book club hosted by United Way of the Columbia-Willamette. What is the Laid-Back Literary Society? It is a book club, with no set book. Rather participants will choose a genre […]
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Wooden Shoe Tulip FestivalIt’s the Portland-area’s favorite photo op! Rows and rows (and rows and rows) of tulips of every color line the fields. There are also lots of fun activities to keep the kids happy, including carnival rides, bouncy slides, and more. The event usually runs from the end of March through the end of April. Check the […]
“Sing, Sign, Story & Play” Community Classes
Southwest Portland Martial Arts 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, ORJoin educators, Wally & Lara Jones for the return of ongoing, weekly "Sing, Sign & Play" drop-in classes/meetups for littles ages 0-3 years (and their adults) at their clean, soft, padded play space of Southwest Portland Martial Arts in Hillsdale Town Center @ 6315 SW Capitol Highway 97239. Q's? info@southwestportlandmartialarts.com Loads of super fun soft […]
Toddler Storytime & Play
Sunrise Books 4605 NE Fremont St. Suite 208, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin us EVERY THURSDAY at 10am is TODDLER STORYTIME!!!!! We’ll sing, dance do a read aloud and have a rockin good time!!! Perfect for ages 18mo-4years. This storytime is FREE however, we accept donations to keep it going! Can’t wait to see ya!
PP&R Ladybug Nature Walk – Pre-registration required (10:00am)
Maricara Park (Meet at the trailhead on NE entrance to park, just south of the intersection of SW Luradel Street and 25th Avenue. Closest address is 10440 SW 25th Avenue)Ladybug Nature Walk at Maricara Park – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children borrow a […]
Drop In Art! @ Awake Coffee & Art
Awake Coffee & Art 7325 Se Milwalkie Ave, Portland, ORWe are so excited to get crafty with you and your littles! Join us for the craft of the day, painting, beading and creating! Our shop focuses on all things colorful and bright, we have tasty drinks, vegan-gf-kid friendly food options and local merch! 8$ Special gets your little the craft and a yummy steamer […]
Music Exploration with Zazzy Zoe at Hammer + Jacks!
REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesCome sing and learn about music making in this weekly drop-in class with Zazzy Zoe! New weekly event!! Every Thursday at 10:30AM, come for a special music lesson filled with singing, movement and music with Zazzy Zoe! 🥁🎶 During these interactive music sessions, participants will begin to learn and practice simple fundamentals of music, all […]
Lullaby Group (0-3 Months) 04/25 @ 12:20 pm FREE
The MusikryJoin 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.
Mike Bennet’s Wonderwood Mini-Golf
Wonderwood Springs 7410 N Chicago Ave, Portland, ORGet ready for an enchanting adventure at Mike Bennett’s Wonderwood Mini-Golf, a one-of-a-kind 9-hole indoor immersive experience! The whimsical course, located in St. Johns, promises a visual feast with over 750 hand-painted original characters and scenery. From the #6 vertical Plinko hole to #4’s swiss cheese challenge with multiple holes (only one of which is […]
Open Play in the Moon Garden
Lloyd Center 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland, OR, United StatesOpen play – check our schedule and reserve your spot at mudland.as.me The Mudland Playspace in the Moon Garden at Lloyd Center Mall is an outer-space-themed playroom for children ages 0-10 and beyond. With moveable scenery, oversized play blocks, fort building materials, and large-scale shadow play, there is something for everyone! The Moon Garden is located […]
Meet the Pacific Garbage Patch Babies: An Earth Day Fundraiser and Craft Event
Dandelion Teahouse & Apothecary 109 W 7th St,, Vancouver, WA, United StatesWhat: Earth Day craft-making When: Thursday, April 25th 6:30pm to 8:30pm Where: Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary, 109 W 7th St, Vancouver, WA 98660 Parking: There is street parking in the surrounding area. Street parking is free in downtown Vancouver after 6:00pm. Translation: A Spanish translator will be available at this event. Last Earth Day, Watershed Alliance volunteer, Al Spector, let […]
VERSELANDIA! YOUTH POETRY SLAM CHAMPIONSHIP
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, ORVerselandia! is the annual high school poetry slam presented by Literary Arts. It is the Grand Slam for the winners from individual school slams hosted by public high schools. High school poets compete for five great prizes. Celebrate Portland’s youth poets during Literary Arts’ annual Verselandia! Youth Poetry Slam Championship. Cheer on students from Portland and East […]
Verselandia! Youth Poetry Slam Championship
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, ORPortland's best youth poets compete for the title of Grand Slam Champion at the Verselandia Youth Poetry Slam Championshp! Local high school students bring the heat with raw and unfiltered original slam poetry that speaks truth to the experience of today's youth. A not-to-be missed energetic and inspiring event!
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Wooden Shoe Tulip FestivalIt’s the Portland-area’s favorite photo op! Rows and rows (and rows and rows) of tulips of every color line the fields. There are also lots of fun activities to keep the kids happy, including carnival rides, bouncy slides, and more. The event usually runs from the end of March through the end of April. Check the […]
Tiny Tumble and Play
Thunder Elite's Tumble and Learn Preschool 12900 Se HWY 212, Clackamas, OR, United StatesLooking for a way to keep your little ones entertained and active? Look no further! We've got an amazing event just for the "littles" who never seem to have enough fun! Bring your children aged 0-5 to our gym and let them have a blast with all sorts of exciting activities. They can enjoy tumbling […]
Music Exploration
The Craft Factory 4555 N Williams Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesThis is the perfect class for toddlers-pre K to get their first experience exploring music! Class instructor and early childhood music educator David Pollack sings and plays his guitar exploring musical genres far and wide. This gives little ones the chance to get up, dance, clap their hands, interact with their classmates and make new […]