Family Fun Ideas in Portland

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Where to Find Blooms around Portland

By PDX Parent Staff | March 8, 2024

The best places to see spring flowers in Portland.

PDX Parent Reader Favorites: Playgrounds

By PDX Parent Staff | February 1, 2024

Check out our 2024 Reader Favorites winners for best playground!

Portland Indoor Play Spaces

By PDX Parent Staff | January 29, 2024

Your ultimate guide to indoor fun in PDX.

Portland-Area Ice Skating and Roller Skating Rinks

By PDX Parent Staff | January 22, 2024

Get ready for some good old fashioned family fun at these local skating rinks.

Family-Friendly Yoga Studios in Portland

By Stephanie Gehring | January 1, 2024

We’ve found local businesses making it a little easier for you and your little ones to find your savasana.

Portland’s 14 Best Places to Decorate Cakes and Cookies with Kids

By Erica Vo | November 27, 2023

Decorate something delicious with your favorite people.

11 Family-Friendly Bookstores in the Portland Area

By Stephanie Gehring | November 6, 2023

There’s nothing cozier than a bookshop on a rainy day, and Portland has no shortage of either.

Kids ❤️ Museums

By PDX Parent Staff | October 1, 2023

The littles will soak up knowledge while having a blast at these local, kid-friendly museums.

The Ultimate Guide to Portland Performing Arts: Theater, Ballet, Concerts and More

By Meg Asby | September 21, 2023

Check out our roundup of local performance venues and find shows that fit your interests and budget.

Birthday Freebies in PDX Make Birthdays Fun and Affordable

By Meg Asby | September 14, 2023

Thanks to all the birthday freebies and discounts offered by local businesses, anyone’s birthday can feel absolutely lavish without breaking the bank.

Our Favorite Apple Picking Spots Near PDX

By PDX Parent Staff | September 12, 2023

Apple season is here!

Find Just-the-Right Birthday Vibe in Portland, OR

By Bethany Marcel | September 11, 2023

Find the perfect party idea for your birthday kid’s style.

More Family Fun

The Ultimate Portland Bucket List: 101 Things to Do with Kids

Keep this list handy for all of those "I'm bored!" days.

Budget-Friendly Summer Camps Around Portland

Summer camps are a beloved summertime experiences for many kids. Here are fun and budget-conscious picks for the family.

I Used to Hate First-Come-First-Served Campsites, But Tucker Park Campground Changed My Mind

This campground taught my planner heart to be flexible.

Portland-Area Discount Movie Theaters

Spend a rainy day inside a cozy cinema — without breaking the bank.

Giggle with OCT’s Impulse 17

Check out our review of Oregon Children’s Theatre’s latest production.

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