Here at PDX Parent, we hope the Year of the Wood Snake is your best year yet. Check out these events to celebrate Lunar New Year with your family in 2025.
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Events
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Summer Programs at TPB
The Portland Ballet 6250 S.W. Capitol Highway, PortlandSummer Ballet Intensive: July 6 - August 1 The Portland Ballet’s Summer Ballet Intensive offers dancers ages 11-18 the opportunity to develop their technical and performance skillss. Dancers spend full […]
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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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Running Wild: Return to the River at OMSI’s Empirical Theater
OMSIWitness one of nature’s most compelling sagas – the incredible life of Pacific salmon – in Running Wild: Return to the River. Prepare for a breathtaking immersion into a vital ecosystem […]
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Mr. Ben Family Singalong at Hostel Cafe
The Hostel Cafe 1810 NW Glisan Avenue, Portland, ORJoin Portland family musician Mr. Ben for a joyful weekly singalong full of music, movement, dancing, and community connection for little kids and their grownups. Designed for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, […]
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Hillsboro Tuesday Night Market
Historic Downtown HillsboroHillsboro Tuesday Night Market is a weekly outdoor summer festival in Historic Downtown! Enjoy music, food, classic and quirky cars and family fun each Tuesday this summer from June 9-August […]
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Last Call Trivia
Hillsboro Downtown Station 320 SE Baseline St, Hillsboro, O, United StatesTrivia Tuesday at Hillsboro Downtown Station! Test your knowledge and compete for Station Taphouse gift cards! Prizes: 1st - $35, 2nd - $28, 3rd - $21. See you there!
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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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Lake Oswego Summer Concert Series
Enjoy free, live music in beautiful Lake Oswego parks, featuring a lineup of talented local musicians. What to Expect: Live Music: A diverse lineup of artists bringing the best in […]
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Running Wild: Return to the River at OMSI’s Empirical Theater
OMSIWitness one of nature’s most compelling sagas – the incredible life of Pacific salmon – in Running Wild: Return to the River. Prepare for a breathtaking immersion into a vital ecosystem […]
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Play, Bounce, and Feed the Animals of Frog Pond Farm!
Frog Pond Farm 2995 SW Advance Rd, Wilsonville, OR, United StatesLooking for things to do with kids near Portland this spring and summer? It’s all here at Frog Pond Farm. Come meet our animals, including camels, llamas, mini donkeys, goats, […]
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Tummy Time at The Shack at Sellwood Park
The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United StatesAre you navigating the exciting, challenging and rewarding journey of parenthood? Join a group of new parents looking to connect, share experiences, and support one another along the way! Editor’s […]
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Tiny Tumblers at The Shack at Sellwood Park
The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United StatesRoll, Jump, and tumble in the great outdoors! Tiny tumblers is moving to Sellwood Park and will continue on Wednesday mornings all summer! This 30 minute class will introduce tumbling […]
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Morning Music with Mr. Ben at The Heist
The Heist Food Carts 4727 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OregonKick off your Wednesday morning with live music, coffee, and community at The Heist! Join Portland kindie musician Mr. Ben for an interactive family singalong designed especially for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and […]
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Animal Talks With Farmer Kat
Topaz Farm 17100 NW Sauvie Island Rd, Portland, OR, United StatesTopaz Farm farmer talks are the perfect way for your littles to meet one of our farm animals up close. Each week Farmer Kat brings out a different animal. It […]
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Storytime at Hoffman Farms
Hoffman Farms 22242 SW Scholls Ferry Rd., Beaverton, ORHead to Hoffman Farms every Wednesday at 10 am this summer for stories, fresh air, and fun on the farm!
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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 […]
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Solar Days
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLearn about the power of the sun! Race solar cars, make sun prints, and watch the Sand Carving Masters! Presented by Puget Sound Energy Editor’s note: This event is a […]
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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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Storytime at UO Portland (Concordia Neighborhood)
UO Portland Library 2800 NE Liberty St. BLDG PLLC #201, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesMay Storytime at the Library! Join School Psychology student Paula for fun and engaging storytime sessions in the Children’s Library. Location: UO Portland Library, 2nd Floor – Room 201 (Children’s Library) All are […]
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Storytime at UO Portland (Concordia Neighborhood)
UO Portland Library 2800 NE Liberty St. BLDG PLLC #201, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesJoin Multimedia Storytelling Student Maria for a fun and engaging story time in the UO PDX Children’s Library. Location: UO Portland Library, 2nd Floor – Room 201 (Children’s Library) All […]
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Story Time at The Shack at Sellwood Park
The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United StatesCome read a book with us every morning in the park! All ages welcome, but geared towards a younger crowd. Bring a picnic blanket (or check one out!), grab a […]
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Mighty Tumblers at The Shack at Sellwood Park
The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United StatesRoll, Jump, and tumble in the great outdoors! Mighty tumblers is moving to Sellwood Park and will continue on Wednesday mornings all summer! This 30 minute class will introduce tumbling […]
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Regal $1 Summer Movies Express
Regal Movie TheatersIf you’re looking for affordable family activities, don’t miss Regal’s Summer Movie Express! During summer break, enjoy a series of great family movies returning to the big screen. Each week […]
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Moreland Theater’s Summer Kids’ Matinees Series
The Moreland Theater 6712 SE Milwaukie Ave,, PortlandThe Moreland Theater has announced their Summer Kids’ Matinees Series happening every Monday and Wednesday of the summer at 11 am! All tickets will be just $1 (they encourage purchasing […]
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Clay Commons Ceramic Market at Director Park
Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, ORWeekly markets will feature up to 25 local ceramic artists, studios and independent makers. On the last Wednesday of each month — June 24, July 29 and Aug. 26 — […]
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Explore Native Plants With Laura Bowman
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin Laura Bowman (Lower Cowlitz/Cree) to learn about the traditional significance and practical uses of native plants. Create a medicine bundle, make a custom tea mix, and sample teas Laura […]