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 middle of June is giving us peak Portland summer: park parties, neighborhood festivals, Renaissance Faire magic, Pride events, Juneteenth celebrations, free concerts, summer reading kickoffs and a whole lot of reasons to get out of the house.
Be sure to double-check details on the event host websites, as they are subject to change.
🛝 The Shack at Sellwood Park Opening Day + Everything Under the Sun Parade
The Shack is back for its second season at Sellwood Park, kicking things off with music, crafts, trolley rides and community fun for all ages. Come for opening day, then keep it on your summer radar for free recreation equipment rentals, activities and programming for kids, families, teens and adults.
And if you’re looking for even more Sellwood fun, check out the Everything Under the Sun Parade, a people-powered joy parade celebrating creativity and community. The parade begins at Llewellyn Elementary and ends at The Shack.
📍 The Shack at Sellwood Park; Sellwood Park
🕙 The Shack Opening Day: Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
🕙 Everything Under the Sun Parade: Sunday, June 14, 2-4 p.m.
💲 Free
👉 More info here and parade info here
🎉 Foster Summer Soirée
Foster Summer Soirée returns for an afternoon of neighborhood fun along SE Foster Road. Expect live entertainment, sidewalk sales, pop-up market vendors, special events and plenty of community energy from Foster-Powell, Mt. Scott-Arleta and beyond. Bring the family, stroll the street and make an afternoon of it.
📍 SE Foster Road
🕙 Saturday, June 13, noon-6 p.m.
💲 Free
👉 More info here
If you can’t get enough festivals the Water Lantern Festival is also happening this weekend at Laurelhurst Park with live music, food, activities and lanterns released on the water at sunset.
🏰 Oregon Renaissance Faire
Hear ye, hear ye! The Oregon Renaissance Faire continues in Canby this weekend, bringing jousting, costumed characters, artisan vendors, entertainment, food and plenty of medieval fun. Kids can dress up, wander the village and fully commit to the bit. We hear the line to get in can be long, so go prepared with snacks/activities for little ones.
📍 Canby, OR
🕙 Saturday-Sunday, June 13-14
💲 Ticketed event; special kids pricing and children 5 and under are free
👉 More info here
🌈 Pride Events Around Portland
Pride season is going strong, with family-friendly celebrations all around the metro area. This weekend’s lineup includes events at OMSI and Garden Home Rec Center, plus the Oregon Pride March, and community celebrations in Vancouver and Wilsonville. Check our full list and find the celebration that fits your family.
👉 More info here
❤️ Freedom, Food, and Fellowship in Hillsboro
Celebrate Juneteenth in Hillsboro with a vibrant community gathering featuring local vendors, including Black-owned businesses, artisans, community organizations, food, refreshments, live music and entertainment. The lineup includes DJ Brandon Dean, Fenix Rising Band, Ms. Vee and a Badass Band, plus dance performances and interactive fun.
📍 Jerry Willey Plaza at Orenco Station Plaza
🕙 Saturday, June 13, 12:30-4:30 p.m.
💲 Free to attend; food and vendor purchases available.
👉 More info here
Also check out the Black Superheroes Craft Fair at Hillsdale Library, with superhero button making, cape and mask decorating, a laser maze and a superhero photobooth, and Juneteenth: The Spirit of Freedom Family Storytime at North Portland Library, with a craft and snack after storytime.
Looking for FREE things to do?
If you’re in the market for something free to do this weekend, try one of these:
Music, comedy, and outdoor fun:
🎶 Music Festival and Gala at the Lloyd Center
🎵 Live Music at Hagg Lake
🌳 Director Park’s Summer Kick-Off Event
🐞 Ladybug Release Bash
🎼 Porch Concert Series
☀️ School’s Out for Summer Celebration in Gresham
😂 Kickstand Comedy in the Park
Summer reading and library celebrations
📚 WCCLS is Turning 50! Birthday Party & Summer Reading Kick-off with Aztec Dance Huitzilopochtli
🎉 WCCLS is Turning 50! Summer Reading Kickoff Party at Tigard Public Library
📖 Summer Reading Party at Cedar Mill Library
Hands-on and community fun
♟️ Checkmates & Chill at Director Park
🔎 Gresham City-Wide Scavenger Hunt
🚲 Family-friendly Bike Rides to PSU Farmers Market
🔨 Kids Workshops at Lowe’s
Storytimes
🐝 Children’s Storytime: Brian W. Parker, Darren Strider & Bumblebee Rider at Bold Coffee & Books
📖 Bard Storytime at Mike Bennett’s Wonderwood Springs
You can always find the full lineup — plus last-minute additions — on our Kids Calendar. Have fun out there!
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