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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!
Village Green Playdates are weekly mornings designed for toddlers — and the grownups who care for them.
Rain or shine, indoors or out, we’ve got ideas for making the most of this summer.
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 […]
This summer America is celebrating 250 years! The Historic Trust invites you to join us for a festive day of activities - including a patriotic pet costume contest, live music, and more! Events will begin at 12pm at the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Parade Grounds. The Historic Trust will provide entertainment and activities from […]
Head to OMSI's Empirical Theater to watch Minions & Monsters! Specific movie times are listed on OMSI's website. $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | OMSI Members receive 50% admission for this screening Member Empirical vouchers are not applicable. About the Film Minions & Monsters introduces us to an entirely new tribe of Minions, who […]
The Hillsboro Hops are marking the occasion right with their All-American Weekend, July 3 through 5, complete with block party fun and our biggest fireworks show of the season, lighting up the sky July 3rd and 4th.
Visit a National Park for free on these special days (listed below)! National Parks in Oregon and Washington include: Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (Vancouver, WA) Lewis and Clark National Historical Park (Astoria/Warrenton, OR) Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail John Day Fossil Beds National Monument (Kimberly, OR) Crater Lake National Park (OR) Oregon Caves […]
Join us for two beautiful weekends of lavender, music, food, and shopping at Helvetia Lavender Farm! Drawing more than 5,000 visitors each year, this beloved summer event is located just off Sunset Highway, Exit 61, only a short drive from Portland. · You-cut lavender fields · 30+ artisan vendors · Food & live music · […]
Forest Hope Through Innovation is an interdisciplinary art-forest-science exhibition at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum that explores how creativity, research, and community action can shape a sustainable future for the forests we rely on. Featuring work by more than twelve innovators, the exhibition highlights the aesthetics of emerging forest-based research—from technology and engineering to design and […]
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, […]
Each 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 roller-skating parrots, circus performers, inspiring artists, border collie athletes, sand carvers, a 25-foot rock wall, and so much more! Editor’s note: This event is a […]
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 […]
Lunch just got an upgrade! Come picnic with us at Director Park! Kick back at our picnic tables, and soak in those easygoing, family BBQ feels right in the heart of downtown with lawn games, sidewalk chalk, and the beloved Teachers Fountain. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Gather your family and friends and experience three days of music on the downtown waterfront at this beloved summer tradition. Tickets required. Check out the event host's website for the full lineup of performers! Children 12 and under are FREE at the festival! All children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult ticket […]
Listen and participate in Native Storytelling with Indigenous Storyteller Itsa Shash. Itsa Shash is an Indipino storyteller, poet, and musician descended from Indeh (Apache), Nahua, Chichimeca, and Filipino peoples. Itsa has been bringing social stories and music to schools and social gatherings nationwide since he was 4 years old. It is a means to celebrate […]
Mr. Hoo is at Mississippi Pizza every 1st Friday! Get some yummy pizza, an adult beverage, and watch the kids dance while Mr. Hoo plays fun music for families. And best of all, you don't have to do the dishes! Only $5 per person. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Experience the zoo after hours on Fridays from June 19 through August 21. Each ZooNights evening is filled with live music, food carts, keeper chats and activities for all ages. Plus, animal encounters offer the chance to get to know wildlife up close. Enjoy plenty of tasty treats like the zoo’s ever-popular elephant ears, as well as local beer and […]
Kickstand Comedy in the Park is a weekly free stand-up comedy show that has become a staple of Portland summers. Featuring live comedy from the Pacific Northwest’s favorite local and national comedians, it’s a one-of-a-kind way to laugh in one of the city’s most beautiful outdoor spaces (Laurelhurst Park). Crowd favorites Julia Corral and Rachelle […]
Perform at Youth Music Project’s Teen Open Mic Nights! Are you a musician aged 13-18? Come on down and share your songs with a live, supportive audience. This is an incredible opportunity to hone your skills while performing with state-of-the-art gear and sound engineers on our Meteor Lounge stage. Open Mic Nights are held 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.
It’s no secret that splash pads are a family favorite for cooling down when the weather is hot. They're a safe, fun option for beating the heat with kids of all ages — head to one this weekend! We've made it easy for you to find splash pads by location with our interactive map and […]
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 […]
Head to OMSI's Empirical Theater to watch Minions & Monsters! Specific movie times are listed on OMSI's website. $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | OMSI Members receive 50% admission for this screening Member Empirical vouchers are not applicable. About the Film Minions & Monsters introduces us to an entirely new tribe of Minions, who […]
Head to the Independence Day Celebration in downtown Canby. This event features: a street fair with food and beverage vendors, arts and crafts exhibitors, and local nonprofits, live music, kid activities, a car show, and a parade!
Spend July 4 in Mt. Angel! Parade is at 11 am - 12 pm. Starting at JFK Parking lot, ending at City Hall. Firework show begins at 8 pm at the school fields with Marion County Citizens Band & Gigglebritches providing live entertainment, food available for purchase from the Knights of Columbus and JFK Track […]
Join the Port of Cascade Locks for America's 250th birthday in the Cascade Locks Marine Park! Music and vendors during the day, fireworks start at 10pm. You'll also be able to see fireworks across the river in Stevenson. Enjoy two shows in one great location!
Enjoy the 4th of July Parade in Downtown Estacada! Starting at 10 am the parade will begin at Estacada High School, travel along Main Street, and return to the high school via Southeast Fourth Street and Broadway Street. Watch a fireworks display that evening by the Estacada Rural Fire District at 10pm near the high […]
Head to Hood River to celebrate July 4th! Start with their parade and stay for the fireworks display! Parade starts at 10 am and is two hours. Starts at Pacific & 12th St; Ends at May & 17th St. See floats, cars, bikes, horses, music, talents, and more! Spectators can park and view the fireworks […]
Discover Ridgefield’s 4th of July Celebration: packed with parades, live entertainment, and unforgettable community moments. The celebration has grown into a festival with an estimated 5,000 attendees each year.
The parade kicks off at 11:00 a.m., with lineup beginning at 10:30 a.m at Detroit Flats Day Use Area. Decorate your golf carts, bring the family, and be part of this festive Detroit tradition! 11 am-12 pm. Detroit Flats Day Use Area. Fireworks Over the Lake Viewing Party is back, and this year, they're celebrating […]
Take a trip to Rockaway Beach for July 4th! Here's what's happening: TBD: F-15 Eagle Fighter Jets Flyover 11:00 AM: Annual 4th of July Parade LOCATION: Hwy 101 between 3rd Ave and S 3rd Ave 1:00 PM: Annual Firecracker Wiener Nationals Dog Races LOCATION: Phyllis Baker Park 360 N Coral St * Registration begins at noon 2:45 PM: Lions Club […]
Celebrate at Seaside's annual Fourth of July Parade! This annual parade is always a lot of fun for families and participants, rain or shine. Arriving early is strongly suggested. Parade beings at 1pm. Continue the celebration that night at one of the largest official fireworks displays on the Oregon Coast! The official fireworks display begins […]
