Family Fun Ideas in Portland

Popular Roundups

Your Family’s Dream Portland Staycation

By PDX Parent Staff | June 8, 2023

Vacations are nice, but sticking around the Portland area in the summer offers so many fun opportunities for families.

Where to See Wildlife Near Portland

By PDX Parent Staff | May 29, 2023

Check out our favorite spots for wildlife viewing with kids.

Playgrounds with a View

By Michelle Carew | May 28, 2023

Portland is a city with many magical vistas – but squirrely kids often don’t want to sit and admire the view. Here are some of our favorite playgrounds that also offer lovely views.

Portland’s Mini Galleries Galore!

By Tiffany Hill | April 11, 2023

One of the enduring and endearing things we love about our city is its curation of mini sidewalk galleries and installations. Check out our round up!

Best Portland-Area Playgrounds for Crawlers

By Whitney Hansen | March 30, 2023

No bark chips or sticks to chew!

Escape Rooms

Not Scary, Family-Friendly Escape Rooms in Portland

By Meg Asby | March 2, 2023

Check out our roundup of family-friendly escape experiences in and near Portland.

Paint, Courtesy Jadson Thomas

Portland Arts and Crafts Studios

By PDX Parent Staff | February 27, 2023

Portland-area creative fun for kids and families

Portland Cooking Classes for Kids

By PDX Parent Staff | December 18, 2022

Here are some great options for kids to get more comfortable in the kitchen—and have a blast while doing it.

Ultimate Portland-Area Playground Guide

By Michelle Carew | September 30, 2022

Find your next playground to explore!

12 Portland Playgrounds with Off-Leash Dog Parks

By Tiffany Hill | September 27, 2022

A win-win for all members of the family, two legged or otherwise.

Portland-Area CSA Programs

By Vikki Rubens | July 8, 2022

Read on for a list of local CSA programs that make eating local a cinch!

A Year of Fun: A Month-by-Month Calendar of Family-Friendly Events

By Miranda Rake | June 30, 2022

Save this list of the regular awesome events happening in Portland.

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.

25+ Free Things to Do With Kids in September

Looking for free family fun in PDX this month? Check out our ideas for activities that won’t break your budget.

Where to Go Rockhounding with Your Budding Geologist

Your little rock lovers will marvel at the shiny treasures you can collect at local parks and view in museums.

Even Prince John Would Find His Zen at this Peaceful Campground

This place is better than a meditation retreat.

How and Where to Sled Without Snow

Cardboard sledding is fun, summertime activity in parks across Portland.

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