Looking for fun things to do in Portland, OR? Read on for five of our favorite Portland-area events from our family-friendly Kids Calendar.
The holidays may be winding down, but there’s still plenty to do around Portland—from last-chance shows and sparkling light displays to indoor skating, puppet theater, and $5 OMSI Sunday. Here’s what’s happening this weekend for families around the metro area.
Be sure to double-check details on the event host websites, as they are subject to change.
🎠Last Chance: NWCT’s The Wizard of Oz Live on Stage
Follow the yellow brick road to downtown Portland for the final weekend of this beloved Northwest Children’s Theater production. With stunning costumes, classic songs, and family-friendly showtimes, it’s a magical way to wrap up winter break.
đź“Ť The Judy (1000 SW Broadway, T-100, Portland)
🕕 Saturdays & Sundays through Jan 4 — Shows at 11:30am & 3pm
đź’˛ $40
👉 More info here
Can’t get enough theater? Check out ZooZoo and The Nutcracker Cracked.
⛸️ Winter Village Ice Skating at Orenco Station
School’s starting again, but this magical outdoor rink is open through January 11. Skate under the tent and make one more cozy winter memory.
đź“Ť Orenco Station
🕕 Thursday–Sunday, multiple sessions daily
đź’˛ $19 (General) | $16 (10 and under) | Free (3 and under) | $5 skate aid rental
👉 More info here
🌟 Oregon ZooLights
It’s your last chance to walk through Portland’s most iconic winter light experience. Bundle up and enjoy glowing tunnels, rainforest animals, and millions of lights.
đź“Ť Oregon Zoo
đź•• Open nightly, 4:30pm
💲 $13–$35
👉 More info here
Prefer to stay warm? Check out indoor lights at Pittock Mansion.
🎎 Free Friday Night Puppet Show at PlayDate PDX
A fun, free Friday night out featuring Dragon Theater Puppets & Princesses at 6pm. Plus, PlayDate PDX is a multi-year winner in our annual Reader Favorites Poll—kids love this spot.
đź“Ť PlayDate PDX
đź•• Fridays at 6pm
đź’˛ Free puppet show (admission applies for play structure)
👉 More info here
Don’t forget to vote in our poll! 🗳️
đź“Ť Vote here
🧪 $5 Sunday at OMSI
First Sundays are busy but so worth it—$5 admission for one of Portland’s best indoor family destinations. A perfect bad-weather plan.
đź“Ť OMSI
đź•• First Sunday of the month
đź’˛ $5 admission
👉 More info here
OMSI is nominated in our reader poll too—don’t forget to vote! 🗳️
Looking for even more events?
There’s even more on our Kids Calendar this weekend, including the last day of Snow Day Village Downtown, a SpongeBob scavenger hunt at the Portland Aquarium, and Kids Mornings at Oaks Park Roller Rink for new skaters looking to build confidence on wheels. Families can also jump into hands-on fun at the Free Home Depot Kids Workshop (arrive early—these fill fast!), plus enjoy kid-friendly live music like Bard Storytime, Make Music with Matt at Mississippi Pizza, and Mr. Ben at Wonderwood Springs. ✨ See the full list on our Kids Calendar—new events added daily!
We hope you have the best weekend!
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