Latkes and dreidels and menorahs, oh my! Chanukah kicks off December 14, 2025. Here are family-friendly events around the Portland area that celebrate the Festival of Lights. Bundle up, bring your appetite and get ready to support local organizations. Happy Chanukah, wherever you choose to celebrate this year!
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Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and […]
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Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, […]
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First Sunday OMSI $5 Days
OMSIExplore the museum’s permanent exhibit halls and labs for just $5 per person on the first Sunday of each month. Tickets for Empirical Theater and Kendall Planetarium shows, tours of […]
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TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition at OMSI
OMSITITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | March 21, 2026 to October 18, 2026 History comes to life in TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a rare opportunity for audiences of […]
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Cool Off at a Splash Pad
It’s no secret that splash pads are a family favorite for cooling down when the weather is hot. They're a safe, fun option for beating the heat with kids of […]
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Minions & Monsters at OMSI
OMSIHead to OMSI's Empirical Theater to watch Minions & Monsters! Specific movie times are listed on OMSI's website. $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | OMSI Members receive 50% admission […]
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Hillsboro Hops All-American Weekend
Hillsboro Hops StaduimThe Hillsboro Hops are marking the occasion right with their All-American Weekend, July 3 through 5, complete with block party fun and our biggest fireworks show of the season, lighting […]
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Free Day at National Parks
Visit a National Park for free on these special days (listed below)! National Parks in Oregon and Washington include: Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (Vancouver, WA) Lewis and Clark National […]
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Tigard Farmers Market – Family Friendly Fun
Universal Plaza 9100 SW Burnham Street, Tigard, ORJoin us this season at the Tigard Farmers Market, Sundays May 3rd-October 25th 9am-1:30pm. Family friendly fun with the Market Sprouts kids booth, splash pad opening end of May, an […]
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Centennial Farmers Market
17150 SE Powell Blvd. 17150 SE Powell Blvd., PortlandJoin us for the new Centennial Farmers Market at Chop Chop Food Pod. Directly support local farmers and the sustainability of our community. Editor’s note: This event is a community […]
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Forest Hope Through Innovation
Discovery Museum 4033 SW Canyon Road World Forestry Center, Portland, OR, United StatesForest Hope Through Innovation is an interdisciplinary art-forest-science exhibition at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum that explores how creativity, research, and community action can shape a sustainable future for the forests […]
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Visit Leach Botanical Garden
Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United StatesExplore 16 acres of cultivated and natural gardens in outer Southeast Portland! Families especially love The Aerial Tree Walk (fully ADA accessible) and the gathering meadow with room to relax, […]
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Summer Splash! Festival of Fun
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesEach week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy […]
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2026 Helvetia Lavender Festival
Helvetia Lavender Farm 12814 NW Bishop Rd., HIllsboro, ORJoin us for two beautiful weekends of lavender, music, food, and shopping at Helvetia Lavender Farm! Drawing more than 5,000 visitors each year, this beloved summer event is located just […]
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Woven Light: Washi Sculptures by Yuri Kinoshita
Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave., Portland, ORThis summer, Portland Japanese Garden is host to a glowing world of light. Woven Light showcases the illuminated washi sculptures of Yuri Kinoshita, a Seattle-based artist who artfully crafts floating […]
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Drag Story Time
Darcelle XV Plaza SW Park Avenue and Washington Street, Portland, United StatesJoin us for an hour of magic, music, and storytelling! Our fabulous guest drag queen will lead families through three storybook readings, two dazzling performances, and a sing-along, all wrapped […]
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Reptiles at The Portland Aquarium
The Portland Aquarium 603 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, United StatesCome and join us in welcoming PDX Critters to the Portland Aquarium. Learn about ethical wildlife conservation while gaining hands-on experience holding several super cool reptiles. PDX Critters are wildlife […]
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Free First Sunday at the Japanese American Museum of Oregon
Japanese American Museum of Oregon 411 NW Flanders St., Portand, ORA new exhibition just opened—it's the perfect time to experience Free First Sunday at the Japanese American Museum of Oregon! This Sunday, July 5, enjoy free admission and celebrate Koi […]
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Checkmates & Chill at Director Park
Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, ORJoin a lively game of chess and put your skills to the test. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s a spot for you. An instructor will be […]
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Weekend Train Rides at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center
Oregon Rail Heritage Center 2250 SE Water Ave., Portland, OregonClimb aboard for a memorable rail adventure through the heart of Portland! The Oregon Rail Heritage Center’s popular weekend train rides return May 23 through October 11, 2026, with departures […]
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Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and […]
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Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, […]
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TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition at OMSI
OMSITITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | March 21, 2026 to October 18, 2026 History comes to life in TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a rare opportunity for audiences of […]
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Free Open Play Swim at Outdoor Pools
Enjoy weekly free swim sessions at these PP&R outdoor pools: Creston Pool – Mondays 6:30pm to 8pm Peninsula Pool – Tuesdays 1pm to 3:45pm* Montavilla Pool – Tuesdays 6pm to 8pm […]
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Minions & Monsters at OMSI
OMSIHead to OMSI's Empirical Theater to watch Minions & Monsters! Specific movie times are listed on OMSI's website. $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | OMSI Members receive 50% admission […]
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Samoan Culture at FLIP
The FLIP Children's Museum of Hillsboro 136 SE 3rd Ave Ste 200, Hillsboro, OR, United StatesThis month, we will be featuring a variety of crafts based on Samoan Culture. Try your hand at SIAPO PATTERN ART and then make a ULA (LEI) NECKLACE. We still […]
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Ready, Set, Go! at The Shack at Sellwood Park
The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United StatesReady, Set, Go! is a 30 minute introductory class that will introduce a new sport every week (think soccer, flag football, golf, kickball, t-ball, obstacle course, track-and-field, field hockey, etc). […]
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Tree Time! Preschool Walks
Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, ORJoin us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get […]
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Early Childhood Mandarin Music and Movement Class
Lake Oswego Library 706 4th St, Lake Oswego, ORJoin us for a 30-minute Mandarin Music & Movement class specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin […]
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Rc Art Academy
The Rockwood Center 17805 S.E. Stark St., Portland, United StatesThe RC Art Academy is a week full of fun with activities for watercolor painting, making a pet rock, designing a bridge, puzzle day, and making beaded bracelets. This event […]
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Free Lunch + Play With PP&R
P&R’s Free Lunch + Play program offers nutritious meals and fun activities for kids and families when school is out. There are sports, games, arts, crafts, music, and other activities led by […]
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Summer Splash! Festival of Fun
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesEach week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy […]
