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 more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
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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, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
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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 all ages to explore the innovation, ambition, and tragedy of Titanic while connecting personally with the people whose lives were forever changed by her voyage. Step back […]
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Free Toddler Ballet Class
The Portland Dance StudioDo you have a toddler who loves to dance? Ballet with Miss Julia is offering a free toddler ballet class on September 9th from 5:45-6:30 pm! This trial class is appropriate for students ages 2-4 but please reach out if you have a student on the cusp, we'd love for them to join us! Come […]
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Family-Friendly Plant Bingo at The People’s Courts 🪴
The People's Courts 2700 NE 82nd Avenue, Portland, ORJoin Bigfoot Botanicals for a family-friendly evening of Plant Bingo at The People’s Courts! Plant Bingo puts a leafy twist on traditional bingo: instead of cash, every regular bingo winner takes home a live houseplant. Beginners, experienced plant collectors and families are all welcome. Each $20 ticket includes one reserved seat, one bingo card to […]
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B-Side Records & Vintage Open Mic: All Ages, All Formats
B-Side Records & Vintage: Milwaukie 10801 SE Main St, Milwaukie, OR, United StatesFree! Weekly OPEN MIC for all ages and all formats. Youth musicians are encouraged to attend! Musicians, vocalists, comedians, poetry, spoken word, full bands, storytellers, and more! Join us for the B-Side Records & Vintage Open Mic at 6:30pm on Wednesdays every week. We are located in downtown Milwaukie at 10801 SE Main Street. Close […]
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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 more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
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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, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
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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 all ages to explore the innovation, ambition, and tragedy of Titanic while connecting personally with the people whose lives were forever changed by her voyage. Step back […]
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CHAP Art Club
CHAP Hillsboro Art Studeio 136 SE 3rd Ave., Hillsboro, OregonHave fun making art with CHAP! These workshops are designed for children with medical challenges at their Hillsboro Art Studio. Thursdays from 12pm-2pm and Saturday from 10am -12pm.
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Spanish Story & Play Time with Adventures in Spanish
✨ Spanish Story & Play Time with Adventures in Spanish ✨ Join us for a joyful hour of stories, songs, and play — all in Spanish! Our fun-filled sessions are designed for young children and families to explore language through movement, music, and imagination. This event takes places at multiple libraries and bookstores across the area, […]
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Guidepost Montessori Open House
Guidepost Montessori 12650 SW Brockman St, BEAVERTON, OR, United StatesCome Discover Guidepost Montessori! Join us at Guidepost Montessori at South Beaverton for our ongoing Open Houses and discover an authentic Montessori experience designed to nurture independence, curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Tour our thoughtfully prepared classrooms, meet our dedicated guides, and learn more about our programs for the 2026–2027 school year. […]
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Creo Chocolate in Cedar Hills Grand Opening
2855 SW Cedar Hills Blvd 2855 SW Cedar Hills Blvd, BeavertonCelebrate the grand opening of Creo Chocolate's Cedar Hills location with a Golden Ticket prize giveaway, chocolate fountains, prize wheels, free chocolate samples, a ribbon cutting ceremony, and speeches from Beaverton's Mayor Beaty and the owners of Creo — and more!
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Bella Organic Farm’s 4th Annual Sunflower Festival
Bella Organic Farm 16205 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesCelebrate summer at Bella Organic Farm’s 4th Annual Sunflower Festival, open August 1–September 14! Families can wander vibrant sunflower fields, let kids run and play, cut their own sunflowers, visit baby goats and farm animals, ride the Cow Train, enjoy seasonal food and drinks, and explore the farm store. Admission is just $10 per person, […]
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Swan Island Annual Dahlia Festival
Swan Island Dahlias at 995 NW 22nd Ave, Canby, OR 979013Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties! Take photos, enjoy their shop, and have some food from food truck vendors while you're there! There's live music on the weekend — it's the perfect easy outing in a colorful, beautiful setting. This year […]
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Berry Picking & Music with Mr. Ben at Bella Organic Farms
Bella Organic Farm 16205 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesEnjoy a beautiful summer morning on Sauvie Island with berry picking, live music, and family fun at Bella Organic Farms! Families are invited to begin U-pick berry adventures starting at 9 AM before gathering for an interactive outdoor singalong with Portland kindie favorite Mr. Ben at 10 AM. Designed for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grownups, Mr. Ben’s […]
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Bridgeport Village Green Playdates
Bridgeport VillageVILLAGE GREEN PLAYDATES Thursdays | June - September 10am to 11am Bridgeport Village Playdates return this summer with weekly mornings designed for toddlers — and the grownups who care for them. Sponsored by Nuna. Each Thursday, little ones are invited to explore, play, and make new friends in a relaxed outdoor setting, while caregivers connect, unwind, […]
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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, run and explore at this gem of a garden. The garden is spread across two levels and includes many different types of spaces for gathering, […]
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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 landscapes of light through her sculptural lamps that bridge the art and design world. Guests who visit the Calvin and Mayho Tanabe Gallery will see […]
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Mindfulness Week at Portland Japanese Garden
Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave., Portland, ORIn recognition of World Mindfulness Day on Saturday, September 12, join us for a week of programs exploring the practice of slowing down, paying attention, and embracing the present moment. Whether you’re seeking quiet, joy, inspiration, or simply a moment to pause, the Garden offers space to reconnect in your own way. Mindfulness Week is […]
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Early Childhood Mandarin Music and Movement Class
Sherwood Library 22560 SW Pine St, Sherwood, OregonJoin 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 fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for children six and under accompanied by their caregivers. No registration is required and on a […]
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Postpartum Yoga (babies welcome)
Bhakti Yoga Movement Center 2500 SE 26th Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesThis class is designed for folks who are at least 4 weeks postpartum and uses yoga and rehabilitative exercises to regain core strength, relieve pelvic floor imbalances, ease neck and back tension. Class starts with a check-in that fosters community and helps the teacher tailor the session to the attendees. Babies are welcome to attend […]
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Family Storytime at Vancouver Mall Public Library
Vancouver MallHear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Hosted by the Vancouver Mall Public Library on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11am-12pm. Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Check the event host's website for confirm the event is happening […]
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Do Workshop (3-5 Months) FREE
The Musikry 43 NW 3rd St, Gresham, ORIn 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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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 more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
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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, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
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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 all ages to explore the innovation, ambition, and tragedy of Titanic while connecting personally with the people whose lives were forever changed by her voyage. Step back […]
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Watch Spider-Man at OMSI
OMSISee Spider-Man for one week only at OMSI! Spider-Man is swinging onto Portland’s largest screen for 1 week only. Spider-Man: Brand New Day brings Tom Holland back for an action-packed new chapter with Peter on his own in a world that doesn’t remember him and a mysterious new villain threatening the city he loves. Showtimes […]
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Bella Organic Farm’s 4th Annual Sunflower Festival
Bella Organic Farm 16205 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesCelebrate summer at Bella Organic Farm’s 4th Annual Sunflower Festival, open August 1–September 14! Families can wander vibrant sunflower fields, let kids run and play, cut their own sunflowers, visit baby goats and farm animals, ride the Cow Train, enjoy seasonal food and drinks, and explore the farm store. Admission is just $10 per person, […]
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Swan Island Annual Dahlia Festival
Swan Island Dahlias at 995 NW 22nd Ave, Canby, OR 979013Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties! Take photos, enjoy their shop, and have some food from food truck vendors while you're there! There's live music on the weekend — it's the perfect easy outing in a colorful, beautiful setting. This year […]
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Tiny Tumble and Play
Thunder Elite's Tumble and Learn Preschool 12900 Se HWY 212, Clackamas, OR, United StatesLooking for a fun, active, and safe way to engage your toddler? Join us at Thunder Elite for Tiny Tumble and Play, a playful open gym event specially designed for children ages 0 to 5. This is the perfect opportunity for your little one to explore movement, build gross motor skills, and socialize in a […]
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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, run and explore at this gem of a garden. The garden is spread across two levels and includes many different types of spaces for gathering, […]
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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 landscapes of light through her sculptural lamps that bridge the art and design world. Guests who visit the Calvin and Mayho Tanabe Gallery will see […]
Included with daily admission to Portland Japanese Garden
