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. Plus this week, all five of the event picks below are FREE to attend!
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Portlandia Mermaid Parade & Festival
Your Ariel-obsessed kiddo is going to lose their mind. Don’t miss the annual Portlandia Mermaid Parade & Festival on Saturday, beginning at noon on the waterfront.
Wizarding Weekend at McMenamins Kennedy School
Can’t afford the Wizarding World of Harry Potter? Wizarding Weekend at McMenamins Kennedy School is the next best thing — and it’s free to attend (movie tickets are $6-$8).
(And psst… there are still a few tickets left to the splurgy Wizarding Tea at Clockwork Rose Tea Emporium, if you can’t get enough HP!)
The Great Oregon Steam-Up at Powerland Heritage Park
Your little transportation enthusiast will love The Great Oregon Steam-Up. The family activities include mini train rides, trolley rides (cost extra), a firefighting challenge course, pedal tractor pull, a LEGO display, and a popular Youth Passport Hunt. There are also live demonstrations, museums, and hands-on activities. Kids 12 and under get free entry!
Oregon City First City Celebration
Join thousands of other families at the Oregon City First City Celebration on Saturday. This free event includes live music, vendors, family activities, and more.
Montavilla Street Fair
For a street fair a little closer to home, check out the Montavilla Street Fair on Sunday (or go to both!).
Looking for even more options for family fun?
These events are just a fraction of the offerings on our popular Kids Calendar. Find enough events to fill your weekend to bursting, including WasabiCon PDX 2024 and 4 Days of Aloha in Vancouver.
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