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Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Our Kids Calendar is packed with family-friendly events happening all around Portland! Please confirm event details with the host— we do our best to keep things accurate, but event details can change!
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There'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 more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
There'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, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
TITANIC: 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 all ages to explore the innovation, ambition, and tragedy of Titanic while connecting personally with the people whose lives were forever changed by her voyage. Step back […]
Have fun making art with CHAP! These workshops are designed for children with medical challenges at their Hillsboro Art Studio. Thursdays from 12pm-2pm and Saturday from 10am -12pm.
Shop local at a Portland-area farmers market this weekend! Think fresh produce, local cheese, and maybe even a little chocolate or wine to round out your haul. Plus, many have kid-friendly activities like crafts. There's several to choose from — our post sorts them by day and location. Try a new one or visit a […]
The Clinton Street Fair is back and bringing the heart of Portland to life with an unforgettable day of local art, music, food, and community vibes. What to expect: Local artists and unique vendors Delicious food stalls Live music on the PDX Sliders Stage Kids Zone with fun activities Fam Jam skateboard party SO much […]
Sunflower season is here, and there's tons of opportunities to see beautiful blooms all over the Portland area! From full-on festivals to lovely strolls through fields (and plenty of photo ops), we've gathered a comprehensive list of some of our favorite local farms hosting sunflower fun this season. View the list here and enjoy!
✨ Spanish Story & Play Time with Adventures in Spanish ✨ Join us for a joyful hour of stories, songs, and play — all in Spanish! Our fun-filled sessions are designed for young children and families to explore language through movement, music, and imagination. This event takes places at multiple libraries and bookstores across the area, […]
See Spider-Man for one week only at OMSI! Spider-Man is swinging onto Portland’s largest screen for 1 week only. Spider-Man: Brand New Day brings Tom Holland back for an action-packed new chapter with Peter on his own in a world that doesn’t remember him and a mysterious new villain threatening the city he loves. Showtimes […]
Since 1989, Portland and its sister city Kaohsiung, Taiwan have shared the tradition of annual dragon boat racing on the Willamette and Love (Ai He) rivers. Teams practice all summer to compete in three-ish-minute sprints ending under the Hawthorne Bridge. Racing teams are formed by friends, coworkers, cancer survivors, schools, and more, with the festival […]
Stroll 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 food truck vendors while you're there! There's live music on the weekend — it's the perfect easy outing in a colorful, beautiful setting. This year […]
Welcome to Open Saturday at Education Center on Pearson Field in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration. Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, […]
Explore 16 acres of cultivated and natural gardens in outer Southeast Portland! Families especially love The Aerial Tree Walk (fully ADA accessible) and the gathering meadow with room to relax, run and explore at this gem of a garden. The garden is spread across two levels and includes many different types of spaces for gathering, […]
Summer Indigenous Marketplace Series at Electric Blocks on July 18/19, Aug 22/23, Sep 12/13 from 10am–4pm in Portland’s Central Eastside! Celebrate summer outdoors with a vibrant gathering of Indigenous and Black artists, makers, and culture bearers. Shop directly from amazing vendors offering handmade goods, art, jewelry, apparel, and more—every purchase supports Indigenous and Black creatives […]
This 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 landscapes of light through her sculptural lamps that bridge the art and design world. Guests who visit the Calvin and Mayho Tanabe Gallery will see […]
In recognition of World Mindfulness Day on Saturday, September 12, join us for a week of programs exploring the practice of slowing down, paying attention, and embracing the present moment. Whether you’re seeking quiet, joy, inspiration, or simply a moment to pause, the Garden offers space to reconnect in your own way. Mindfulness Week is […]
The Explore Downtown Tigard Street Fair is back again this year! Join the community in Downtown Tigard for shopping, music, great food and fun activities for the kids! Over 100 local businesses, nonprofits and organizations will take to the streets at the 13th Annual Tigard Street Fair. This day of fun is for the whole family […]
Join thousands of fans in celebration of all things geeky, weird, and wonderful! Rose City Comic Con is all about comic books, TV shows, movies, anime, video games, tabletop games, cosplay, and more! There is something for everyone in the family—including the youngest members! Rose City Jr., presented by Brio and Ravensburger, is an area […]
Panda Fest, a nationally celebrated Asian food and culture festival, is coming to Oregon! Come enjoy family fun with street food vendors, handcrafted goods, live entertainment, cultural showcases, and Instagram-worthy […]
Come out and enjoy free train rides on our outdoor 1/8-scale railroad, and see the indoor HO-scale model railroad. This year, we are pleased to offer an operating 1/8th-scale steam donkey display, just like the one used during logging operations on the full-size railroad. In addition, we’ll have Operation Lifesaver there to answer all your […]
Spend the day with the herd at On Golden Rescue's free Community Open House! Bring the family out to OGR's beautiful 105-acre animal sanctuary in Oregon's Coast Range for an afternoon of animals, activities and outdoor fun. Meet more than 45 rescued horses, miniature horses, donkeys, goats and other animals who call the sanctuary home. […]
Please join us for the 19th Annual Serbian Festival on September 12th & 13th, 2026. This is a celebration of food, wine, dance and culture of the Serbian Orthodox people. Delicious Serbian Food: BBQ, Roast Pig and Lamb, Desserts, Live Music, National Dance, Beer and Wine, Kid's Activities...and much more. Saturday, September 12th 11am - […]
Produced by the Culinary Breeding Network and Wellspent Market, this wildly popular summer celebration highlights the incredible diversity and deliciousness of tomatoes. Taste unreleased varieties from Oregon State University’s tomato breeding program, explore the possibilities of dry-farmed tomatoes and melons, and meet the farmers and researchers working to bring more flavorful and resilient crops to our […]
Spend an afternoon at the nature park and discover what it takes to be a nature superhero. This free, family-friendly celebration includes live music, guided walks, crafts, a raffle and more.
Head to the 5th Annual Portland Mid Autumn Festival, a two-day celebration that brings together thousands of community members to experience one of Asia's most cherished holidays. Hosted by the White Lotus Foundation, the Portland Mid Autumn Festival celebrates the traditions of the Mid Autumn Festival through food, culture, entertainment, and community. Since launching in […]
Celebrate Oktoberfest traditions in true German style! German Haus is hosting their annual events — expect polkas, games for the whole family and a bouncy house for the kids, traditional German folk dancing and food, and live music all day.
Climb aboard for a memorable rail adventure through the heart of Portland! The Oregon Rail Heritage Center’s popular weekend train rides return May 23 through October 11, 2026, with departures every Saturday and Sunday behind historic diesel locomotive BNSF 3613. Perfect for families, visitors, and train lovers of all ages, these scenic excursions offer […]
Grab your Lederhosen and Dirndls and head to the annual Bethany Village Oktoberfest! Enjoy an afternoon full of live music, German inspired food offerings, a large Oktoberfest beer tent, kids activities, numerous local small business vendors, and more!
It’s a sauna social for the whole family! Pizza. Cold treats. Games. Steam. Smiles. Join us on the 2nd Saturday of the month for your kids’ best-day-ever. Parents love to connect while the kids play and plunge. Bring your infants, toddlers, kiddos, pre-teens and young adults for memory-making magic. We set out games and toys, […]
Join us for Oak Hills Music on the Green, a family-friendly outdoor concert in Beaverton! Bring a blanket or low-back chairs and enjoy an evening of live music, food trucks, lawn games and neighborhood fun. Local band Oakmont kicks off the evening, followed by Innocent Men, a high-energy Billy Joel tribute band. Come hungry! Food […]
Enjoy an outdoor movie for free at different Tigard parks this summer! Movie Schedule Friday, July 10: Zootopia 2, Dirksen Nature Park Friday, August 14: GOAT, Cook Family Park Saturday, Sept. 12: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, Universal Plaza Bring blankets, lawn chairs and flashlights Activities start at 7 PM, movie starts at dusk […]
The event, sponsored by OMSI, Rose City Astronomers, and Oregon Parks and Recreations, will have telescopes set up for attendees to use. Star Parties provide a great opportunity to meet other people that share your interest in astronomy, and to view the planets, moon, stars, and other celestial sights through telescopes and binoculars of all […]
There'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 more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
