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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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Kid-Friendly Wineries

Enjoy a tasting without hiring a sitter!

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10 Best Playgrounds in PDX

Parks & Rec hit it out of the park with these beauties. 

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Fun by Bike!

Kid-friendly bike paths perfect for little learners. 

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Portland Splash Pads

The safest way to cool off!

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Best U-Pick Berries Around

Fill your pails and tummies with the freshest fruit

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LEGO® Brick Bending with Jeff Sanders

Join viral LEGO artist Jeff Sanders for a four-day building adventure!

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ForestFest

Celebrate the wonders of forests with a fun-filled, family-friendly day at ForestFest!

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Gilbert House Children's Museum

Night at the Museum… Just for Grown Ups!

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Event Series FREE Recreation Rentals & Community Programming in Sellwood Park!

FREE Recreation Rentals & Community Programming in Sellwood Park

The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United States

The Shack in Sellwood Park is your one-stop hub for all things summer fun! A library of Recreation Equipment (think balls, games, binoculars and more!) can be checked out for FREE from the hours of 10am-7pm Mondays-Saturdays, with free + paid drop in community programming for all ages 10am-7pm Monday-Friday. Dance Classes, Author Readings, Crafts, […]

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Printmaking with Mimi Williams

Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United States

Join local artist Mimi Williams and learn the art of printmaking! Mimi Williams found her voice in narrative printmaking, drawn to its bold graphic style. Her work and teaching in Olympia connect her deeply with the community. She has collaborated with land trusts, a women’s prison, and numerous youth and social welfare organizations. Presented by […]

Event Series Picnic Storytime

Picnic Storytime

The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United States

Join us for a sweet storytime at The Shack, every Monday and Thursday of the summer! Featuring local guest authors.

Free

Local Author Michelle Sumovich Storytime and craft at the Shack

The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United States

Join us at the Shack for a special storytime with local author Michelle Sumovich as she shares her delightful book Everything is Fine! with us. After the reading, kids will get to enjoy a themed craft inspired by the story. Books will be available for purchase and signing. This is a great opportunity to meet a […]

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Event Series Free Art in the Park at Pioneer Square

Free Art in The Park at Pioneer Square

Pioneer Courthouse Square

The Square and Portland creative Larry Yes partner to expand and bring the program Free Art in The Park to downtown Portland on Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 3 – July 31. Kids, adults, neighbors, families and friends are invited to come out in creative spirit to enjoy painting, fun and connection. This free community art […]

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Jessa Campbell & the Saplings

Beaverton City Library

Join Jessa Campbell & the Saplings for a fun, high-energy, and interactive music show! Families will groove to danceable tunes while learning about nature and ecology in the Pacific Northwest.

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Event Series Noon Tunes Summer Concert Series at Pioneer Square

Noon Tunes Summer Concerts at Pioneer Square

Pioneer Courthouse Square

The Noon Tunes Summer Concert Series returns for its 33rd year and expands to Tuesdays and Thursdays June 3 – July 31! From Noon-1:00pm enjoy music from some of Portland’s best regional and local musical talent. With 17 FREE concerts, dancing, painting at Art in The Park and some of Portland’s favorite food vendors at […]

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Event Series Summer Kids in the Park (SKIP)

Summer Kids in the Park (SKIP)

Head to select parks around Gresham for a free lunch and fun activities! No cost or registration. Location details and specific times are below. Activities include: 🎨 Arts and crafts 🥎 Group games 💬 Special guests 🥪 Free lunch Parks and schedule Monday-Thursday, June 23 - Aug. 8 Main City Park Lunch: 1:00-1:30 pm Activities: 1:00-3:00 […]

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Event Series Do Workshop (2-5 Months) FREE

Do Workshop (2-5 Months) FREE

The Musikry 43 NW 3rd St, Gresham, OR

In music, “do” is foundational, just like the first few months of life. Grow and bond with your infant as we explore the world around us through song, movement, and play. Grownups will be guided through activities that encourage age appropriate development while gaining support and friendship along the way.  This class is taught as […]

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Event Series Bethany Summer Concerts and Market

Bethany Village Summer Concerts & Market

Bethany Village

A local tradition spanning nearly 20 years, the Bethany Village Summer Concert Series involves three summer concerts during July and August that feature a variety of vendors, live music, intermission acts featuring local young talent, fun activities, rides and more! Dates: July 10 | July 24 | August 7 Time: 6:00PM – 9:00PM 

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Event Series Hillsboro Showtime Concert Series

Hillsboro Showtime Concert Series

Shute Park 750 Southeast 8th Avenue, Hillsboro, OR, United States

Enjoy free summer outdoor concerts in the park! The Showtime Concert Series features live music on Thursday evenings during the months of June and July at Shute Park. Bring a chair or blanket to sit back and enjoy the tunes from top local talent. Make sure to check out the rotating lineup of food trucks or bring […]

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Event Series Washington County Fair

Washington County Fair

Westside Commons (Washington County Fairgrounds) 801 NE 34th Ave, Hillsboro, OR

Join us July 18 - July 27, 2025, at Westside Commons in Hillsboro, Oregon, and let us be your BIG FAIR FUN! The Washington County Fair has FREE admission every day, all day, for everyone, including KIDS! There are so many different FREE children's activities scheduled over the 10 days of the fair: Movie Nights, Live […]

Free admission
Event Series Cool Off at a Splash Pad

Cool Off at a Splash Pad

Cool off at a splash pad! We love this safe, fun option for beating the heat with kids of all ages. Click on the neighborhood links in our Splash Pads post to find splash pads by location. Go to a favorite, or try a new one for an adventurous outing! Be sure to check parks […]

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Birthdays don’t have to be expensive! 

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We’ve got plenty of ideas for cost-free fun.

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U-Pick Berries

The sweetest outing of the year.

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