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Baby Playgroup at Hammer + Jacks

Hammer + Jacks Toy Store 6406 SE Foster Rd., Portland, OR, United States

Join Literacy Lady PDX for stories, play and songs in the Happy Place at Hammer + Jacks. Ages 0 - confident walkers.  

$10 – $20
Event Series Roboto Octopodo presents FATHOM

Roboto Octopodo presents FATHOM

Roboto Octopodo 520 SW 4th Avenue, Portland, OR

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 […]

$3 – $20

Music with Mr. Hoo at Mississippi Pizza

Mississippi Pizza Pub 3552 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Mr. Hoo is at Mississippi Pizza every 1st Friday & 3rd Friday!  Third Fridays he plays solo (or often with his son Aidan on bass). Get some yummy pizza, an adult beverage and watch the kids dance while Mr. Hoo plays fun music for families. And best of all, you don’t have to do the […]

$5
Event Series Classical Up Close Free Concerts

Classical Up Close Free Concerts

Classical Up Close is an annual festival of FREE concerts from the world-class musicians of the Oregon Symphony and their friends. Audience experience is friendly and relaxed; allowing for interactions with the musicians in a way no other concert series in Portland offers. There are no tickets for these concerts, and seating is first-come first-seated. […]

Free
Event Series Alice in Wonderland Jr. presented by Krayon Kids Musical Theatre

Alice in Wonderland Jr. presented by Krayon Kids Musical Theatre

Barclay Theater 817 12th St., Oregon City, OR, United States

Krayon Kids Musical Theatre is once again bringing magic to the stage with its upcoming production of Alice in Wonderland Jr. The show features a vibrant cast of talented local kids, ages 7 to 18, who have been hard at work rehearsing for this whimsical adventure. This cast is ready to take audiences down the […]

$10 – $15

Möbaya: Live African Dance & Music Concert!

newmark theatre 1111 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

Mobaya: Coming of Age is a vibrant, multi-generational dance performance that brings to life the rich traditions of Mali & Guinea with live West African music. The Sebé Kan Youth African Dance Company's performance centers on the journey of young women coming of age in a community deeply rooted in tradition yet facing the realities […]

$28.00

See How They Run

Rise Church in Tigard 10445 SW Canterbury Ln, Tigard, OR

See How They Run By Philip King Directed by Rick Hoover May 2 – 18 2025, Fri/Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm Rise Church 10445 SW Canterbury Ln, Tigard, OR 97224 The swift action, impossibly hilarious situations and rib-tickling plot in this long-running London hit will leave audiences exhausted with laughter. In an English vicarage, the vicar […]

$12 – $17
Event Series 25th Annual UFO Festival

25th Annual UFO Festival

McMenamins Hotel 310 NE Evans Street McMinnville, OR 97128 310 NE Evans Street, McMinnville, Oregon

75 years ago, the tiny town of McMinnville, Oregon was struck with UFO fever when a local couple spotted a flying disc over their farm, making national news. 50 years later, the fever descended again with the very first UFO Festival. Time warp to today and our 25th annual festival! This year you’ll find the […]

Free, speaker events at an additional cost

PlayLab Drop In

Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, Oregon

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.

$10
Event Series St. Johns Farmers Market

St. Johns Farmers Market

St. Johns

The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. New this year, SJFM is excited to partner with OSU Extension Service to bring hands-on nutrition education to the kids activity booth. The program, […]

S.T.E.A.M.’d Up for Kids at Powerland Heritage Park

Powerland Heritage Park 3995 Brooklake Rd., Brooks, OR

Get S.T.E.A.M.'d Up! A Day of Discovery for Kids at Powerland Heritage Park Portland-area families, get ready for an unforgettable day trip! Powerland Heritage Park in Salem invites you to S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids – a fantastic event packed with hands-on fun designed to ignite your child's curiosity in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Held at […]

Event Series Bounce, Play, and Feed the Animals of Frog Pond Farm

Bounce, Play, and Feed the Animals of Frog Pond Farm

Frog Pond Farm 2995 SW Advance Rd, Wilsonville, OR, United States

Come meet the newest (and cutest!) members of the farm. With over 80 friendly animals and activities spanning 10+ acres, there’s always something new to discover at Frog Pond Farm. Bounce to your heart’s content in the covered Bounce Park, explore the playgrounds, feed the animals, catch a show, or just kick back and soak […]

$12
Event Series Groovin Guppies Music & Dance @ Ethos Music Center

Groovin Guppies Music & Dance @ Ethos Music Center

Ethos Music Center N Killingsworth, Portland, O, United States

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…  Groovin Guppies every Saturday @ 9:30 - 10:20 am  Bring your 0-5 yr old and join our Program Director, Lauren, for some music, movement and stories. (Or, schedule ahead to bring […]

$5 – $20

BOLD Children’s Storytime

BOLD Coffee & Books 1755 SW Jefferson St., Portland, O, United States

Join us every Saturday morning for children’s storytime! Whether an author is here to read their book or our staff is reading a favorite, we’ll feature stories that spread compassion, awareness, and positivity. Children will get a coloring page or sticker to take home too! The shop carries juice, snacks, and other items for kids, […]

Free

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