Ringing in the New Year with kids is a lot of fun — plus you don’t have to stay up until midnight. Check out these family-friendly celebrations, and have a happy new year!
Looking for more options? Check out our Kids Calendar for more New Year’s fun, or visit a holiday light display (ZooLights and Peacock Lane will still be open, among others). And we are adding to this post as we find new events, so check back often for the latest!
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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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Washington County Fair
Westside Commons (Washington County Fairgrounds) 801 NE 34th Ave, Hillsboro, ORExperience Big Fair Fun at the Washington County Fair! Enjoy carnival rides, livestock and agricultural exhibits, games, live music, classic fair food, movies and more. There's so much happening, it's […]
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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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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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Washington County Fair
Westside Commons (Washington County Fairgrounds) 801 NE 34th Ave, Hillsboro, ORExperience Big Fair Fun at the Washington County Fair! Enjoy carnival rides, livestock and agricultural exhibits, games, live music, classic fair food, movies and more. There's so much happening, it's […]
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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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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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Yamhill County Fair & Rodeo
2070 NE Lafayette Ave 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OregonVisit "Oregon's Oldest Fair!" at the 2026 Yamhill County Fair & Rodeo happening July 29th – August 1st, 2026. Enjoy live entertainment, carnival rides, rodeos, 4H and FFA exhibits, great […]
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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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Portland Taiko Japanese Drumming
Bethany Library 15325 NW Central Drive Suite J-8, Portland, ORListen to and learn about traditional Japanese taiko drumming in Bethany Village!
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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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K-Pop Summer Bash
Parivar Park 7765 NW 167th Ave.Calling all K-pop fans! Join us for a fun-filled morning celebrating Korean pop-culture at our K-Pop Summer Bash on Wednesday, July 29, from 10 am - 12 pm. This family-friendly event welcomes fans […]
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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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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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Portland Taiko Japanese Drumming
Bethany Library 15325 NW Central Drive Suite J-8, Portland, ORListen to and learn about traditional Japanese taiko drumming!
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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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Storytime for Older Kids in Raleigh Hills
Jan's & Arcade Book Exchange 4838 SW Scholls Ferry Rd, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin local children's authors for summer storytimes at Jan's & Arcade Book Exchange! We'll be reading aloud books geared towards older kids (ages 4-8) every other Wednesday morning while school […]
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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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Jack and the Beanstalk
Deb Fennell Auditorium 9000 SW Durham Road, Tigard, OR, United StatesEnjoy this zany original adaptation of one of the oldest stories ever told! Follow young Jack up the beanstalk and into the magical kingdom of a giant who sings and […]