The Nutcracker is a can’t-miss holiday tradition, and there are options for every budget!
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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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Bridgeport Village X Mike Bennett Scavenger Hunt
Bridgeport VillageBRIDGEPORT VILLAGE x MIKE BENNETT STUDIOS Summer Scavenger Hunt August 1–31 | During Center Hours Get ready for a bee-autiful adventure at Bridgeport Village! Buzz through the Village as you […]
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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 Art Walk
Hillsboro Downtown Cultural Arts DistrictEnjoy Art Walk in Hillsboro's Downtown Cultural Arts District! Hillsboro’s Art Walk is a grassroots-organized event produced by local businesses and creative spaces invested in art, creativity, and community connection. Let […]
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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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Audrey McCall Beach Splashdown
Audrey McCall BeachThe Audrey McCall Beach Splashdown happens every Tuesday event at Audrey McCall Beach! Enjoy music and food while you relax at the river with amazing view of downtown. It's accessible […]
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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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Bridgeport Village X Mike Bennett Scavenger Hunt
Bridgeport VillageBRIDGEPORT VILLAGE x MIKE BENNETT STUDIOS Summer Scavenger Hunt August 1–31 | During Center Hours Get ready for a bee-autiful adventure at Bridgeport Village! Buzz through the Village as you […]
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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 […]
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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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Bonjour Bebes
Taborspace 5441 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR, United StatesBonjour Bebes! French For Young Children with Madame Meggie $10-20 per family, drop-in suggested donation. Made for tiny ears, ages 0-36 months, grown-up welcome. Editor’s note: This event is a […]
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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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Early Childhood Mandarin Music and Movement Class
Tigard Library 13500 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, 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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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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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 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! Note: storytime has shifted to 10:30am.
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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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Wednesday Concert Series at Gateway Discovery Park
Gateway Discovery Park 10520 NE Halsey St. Portland OR, United StatesEnjoy free live music at Gateway Discovery Park this summer! Every Wednesday from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. It's the perfect easy outing to get the kids out of the house, and […]
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Nutcracker at Home
Holiday budgets too tight for tickets this year? We get it! Snuggle up on the couch and watch the talented dancers of the New York City Ballet on YouTube. No one should miss out on The Nutcracker® for lack of entertainment dollars.