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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!
Put on your favorite costume and get into the spirit with this immersive event for the whole family.
Celebrate the beauty of fall at Lan Su Chinese Garden’s annual Chrysanthemum Festival.
All the candy, before bedtime! Sponsored by Sellwood Community House.
It’s back! Pack some snacks and follow our Google Maps route to the best displays in Portland
Everything from haunts for teens to toddler-friendly fun, we’ve got Halloween covered.
Honor loved ones and explore Mexican traditions together at family-friendly events around Portland.
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 […]
Llamas in the Pumpkin Patch? Only at Frog Pond Farm. Open daily starting September 18, Frog Pond Farm is a place where animals take center stage, memories are made, and everyone’s welcome. Whether you’re a young family, a group of friends, or just here for your dose of fall fun, come as you are, bring […]
Get lost in their family-friendly corn maze, featuring a "Five Kind Acts" theme, open daily August 22-October 31! Starting September 26, enjoy extended fall hours with even more pumpkin patch fun. With free farm admission, free parking, and free hayrides, your family can create your own farm adventure and pay as you go for a […]
Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival! Corn Maze, Hayrides, Slides, Bounce Pillow. Bounce Pad, Chicken Bouncer, Farm Animals, Donuts, Cider and SO MUCH MORE Monday-Saturday 9-6 Sunday 9-5 Last admission 1 hour before closing. Closing at 4pm on October 31st
Join Portland Japanese Garden and experience the awe-inspiring artistry of NUNO, the iconic Japanese textile design studio. Featuring vibrant and compelling fabrics created across eight specific regions of Japan, NUNO’s championing of small community makers illuminates the breadth and depth of contemporary Japanese textile design. This unforgettable exhibition includes site-specific installations and a hands-on touch […]
Let the littles run, roll, and explore in our old-school basketball gym! We transform the space with ride-on toys, balls, and toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended play. Perfect for burning energy rain or shine. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $8/$6 for siblings. *Please note, Open Gym will be closed on the following days: Red […]
Looking for a fun and engaging way to bond with your baby while encouraging their physical and cognitive development? Come play at our Baby Only Open Gym held every Wednesday 12:10-1:00pm. Babies and their caregivers can explore our super clean and fun gym space during this 50-minute play session. Staff will bring out age-appropriate toys, […]
Join us for an afternoon gymnastics class in the park! All levels welcome, ages 7+. Participants will gain strength, flexibility, and confidence while learning new tumbling skills and having fun outdoors! FREE! Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Visit Mike Bennett's brand new indoor haunted attraction! It's family friendly, but still spooky.... Dead Media Video Rentals has a problem! Their manager was alphabetizing the horror section when he played a tape marked DO NOT PLAY! Now they can't find him. Go help, they need you! Check it out between October 1 through November […]
A playful space for ages 3–5 to explore contemporary and modern dance through props, storytelling, characters, and their own ideas. Drop in September 30th or October 7th, then join the 8-week session running October 14th–December 9th, with no class Thanksgiving week. Click the link to learn more and register for the full session. Editor’s note: […]
Find the rhythm, build confidence, and get moving. Dancers explore grooves, musicality, foundational technique, freestyle, and the history of Hip-Hop. Drop in on September 30, October 2, October 7, or October 9 before the 8-week session begins October 14 and runs through December 9, with no class Thanksgiving week. Click the link to learn more […]
Join neighbors and friends at OMSI for the fifth-annual Black Community Science Night! Visitors of all ages can explore the museum after hours while also interacting with hands-on science demonstrations, local vendors and educators, and cultural celebration. The evening is dedicated to the local Black community, though all are welcome! OMSI Members receive a 15% […]
Free! Weekly OPEN MIC for all ages and all formats. Youth musicians are encouraged to attend! Musicians, vocalists, comedians, poetry, spoken word, full bands, storytellers, and more! Join us for the B-Side Records & Vintage Open Mic at 6:30pm on Wednesdays every week. We are located in downtown Milwaukie at 10801 SE Main Street. Close […]
Marigolds y Memorias is an original devised production inspired by the traveling carpa tradition, in which humor, music, and storytelling come together in a vibrant theatrical journey. Guided by an elder, a younger generation learns to build an altar, the heart of Día de Muertos, discovering the meaning behind each of its elements, from candles and marigolds to […]
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.
✨ 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, […]
World-class figure skating meets Disney magic as Disney on Ice Jump In!Veterans Memorial Coliseum through October 18! Performance times vary, be sure to check the schedule when purchasing tickets on the event host's website. This event is $30 or more. We only include links for higher-priced events from our advertisers — but it’s easy to […]
Creep your way through Bridgeport Village to discover 9 hidden Halloween ghosts created by local artist Mike Bennett—but beware… they’re lurking on the windows of our shops and restaurants! Start your spooky search by picking up a scavenger hunt checklist at the Security Office (located between Madewell and Barnes & Noble), or download here. Once you've found all 9 ghosts, return your […]
Get out and explore nature in 2026! Enjoy free parking at Oxbow and Blue Lake regional parks, Broughton Beach, M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp and Chinook Landing Marine Park on 19 days in 2026. The dates for 2026 free parking days are: Jan.1, 15 and 19 Feb. 16 and 19 March 19 April 16 May 21 June 18 and 19 July 16 Aug. […]
Come join us for playtime, singing, basic American Sign Language, moving and shaking and friend-making! Our beautiful enclosed space is covered in soft mats, ideal for young children to crawl, roll, climb, and explore. Clean equipment is brought out each day; the modular play area and toys change from class to class. Longtime teachers Lara […]
Llamas in the Pumpkin Patch? Only at Frog Pond Farm. Open daily starting September 18, Frog Pond Farm is a place where animals take center stage, memories are made, and everyone’s welcome. Whether you’re a young family, a group of friends, or just here for your dose of fall fun, come as you are, bring […]
Get lost in their family-friendly corn maze, featuring a "Five Kind Acts" theme, open daily August 22-October 31! Starting September 26, enjoy extended fall hours with even more pumpkin patch fun. With free farm admission, free parking, and free hayrides, your family can create your own farm adventure and pay as you go for a […]
Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival! Corn Maze, Hayrides, Slides, Bounce Pillow. Bounce Pad, Chicken Bouncer, Farm Animals, Donuts, Cider and SO MUCH MORE Monday-Saturday 9-6 Sunday 9-5 Last admission 1 hour before closing. Closing at 4pm on October 31st
For our littlest movers, this playful class uses props, themes, characters, and storytelling to get bodies moving and imaginations going. Try a drop-in on September 29 or October 1, then join the 8-week session beginning October 13 and running through December 8, with no class Thanksgiving week. Click the link to learn more and register […]
Enjoy a beautiful summer morning on Sauvie Island with berry picking, live music, and family fun at Bella Organic Farms! Families are invited to begin U-pick berry adventures starting at 9 AM before gathering for an interactive outdoor singalong with Portland kindie favorite Mr. Ben at 10 AM. Designed for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grownups, Mr. Ben’s […]
Join fluent Japanese speakers and educators from the International School of Portland for 20-30 minutes of stories and music followed by time for children to play and caregivers to visit and connect. No registration required. International School of Portland の先生を迎えてお届けする２０－３０分のおはなし会です。うた、手遊び、絵本の読みきかせを通して日本語を楽しみましょう。プログラム後は、子どもたちが遊び、保護者同士が交流できる時間もあります。事前登録は不要です。ぜひご参加ください。 Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Join Teacher Lara and Sifu Wally for an amazing family martial arts experience on the matted EC space at Southwest Portland Martial Arts (located inside the Multnomah Arts Center). This class meets twice weekly on Tu/Th from 10-10:40 am (following Tu/Th "Sing, Sign & Play" meetup from 9-9:50 am). Children must be accompanied by a […]
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, […]
