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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 […]
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 […]
Wear red, white and blue to Krispy Kreme on July 4 and get a free Original Glazed doughnut! Limit 1 per guest. Krispy Kreme locations in the Portland-metro area: Happy Valley - SE 82nd Ave Beaverton - NW Cornell Rd Vancouver - NE Andersen Rd
As part of the Waterfront Blues Festival, thousands of people gather to watch an incredible fireworks display over downtown Portland's waterfront on July 4. In celebration of their 80th year, Lithia & Driveway is teaming up with the Blues Fest as the presenting sponsor of the 4th of July Fireworks at this year’s festival. Expect […]
For nearly half of the country's history, families from all over the region have flocked to "The Oaks" for the holiday, and this year promises to be a delightful day filled with the joys of our nation's milestone 250th birthday! Tickets are only available online. $39.50 per person. Everyone ages 3 and older must have […]
The Oregon State Fairground's 4th of July Spectacular returns with delicious fair food, exciting carnival fun for kids and adults, live tribute band performances, and an enhanced FREE America 250 fireworks spectacular that will light up the night sky! Visit their site for details on rides and the band lineup!
Head to Wilsonville for the fourth annual Laser Light Show & concert in Wilsonville! Enjoy live music from soul proof, face painting, and a laser light show! Music at 8pm | Laser Show ~9:45pm (end time is approximate).
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 […]
Explore the museum’s permanent exhibit halls and labs for just $5 per person on the first Sunday of each month. Tickets for Empirical Theater and Kendall Planetarium shows, tours of the USS Blueback Submarine as well as select special exhibitions can also be purchased for $5 per person on OMSI $5 Days. We anticipate higher […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 this season at the Tigard Farmers Market, Sundays May 3rd-October 25th 9am-1:30pm. Family friendly fun with the Market Sprouts kids booth, splash pad opening end of May, an amazing lineup of vendors, live music, and food carts. Plus it's dog friendly! Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Join us for the new Centennial Farmers Market at Chop Chop Food Pod. Directly support local farmers and the sustainability of our community. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Start your Sunday with music, movement, coffee, and a little Portland magic! Join Portland kindie favorite Mr. Ben for an interactive singalong designed especially for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grownups. Hosted at the wonderfully whimsical Wonderwood Springs — a magical immersive art experience and café created by Portland joy-maker and artist Mike Bennett — […]
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 […]
