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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!
These destination playgrounds will delight your kids and give you a breather!
From free events to the iconic celebration at Lan Su, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the year of the Fire Horse.
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 […]
First Fridays in Multnomah Village celebrate and support the diversity of businesses and services located in the Multnomah Village Business District. Enjoy special savings, events and promotions at participating businesses throughout the day. Many stores and galleries stay open later then usual. Each month is unique! Shop local!
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Don't feel like planning dinner (lunch or breakfast) this week? Try out incredible $10 sandwich creations at participating locations as part of The Portland Mercury's Sandwich Week.
The Easter Bunny is back at Washington Square starting on March 6th! Visit the Bunny in the Summit Court! You may visit the Easter Bunny for free, but to take photos with the Easter Bunny you must pay for a Photo Package. You can also Hop into the fun at our KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance […]
Connect with nature with $13 zoo admission! As you stroll through the zoo, keep an eye out for signs announcing keeper talks and animal activities. Keeper talks occur daily, so check the schedule and be sure to stop by and listen to zoo experts as they give an inside look into iconic species from condors and chimps […]
Our cozy gymnastics studio transforms into a playful space filled with toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended fun. Littles are free to move, explore, and burn energy in a safe, indoor environment. Adult supervision required. $8, $6 for siblings. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
FLIP is celebrating Holi this week with a twist on the classic vinegar and baking soda volcano experiment. Make colors explode and learn about the Hindu festival of colors. While you're here, you can also enjoy the rest of the museum, including our green screen stage and cartoon-making room. FLIP is great for families with […]
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, […]
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Lan Su Chinese Garden with daytime festivities for all ages. Opening day is February 17, with weekend activities through March 8—including cultural performances, lion dances, family crafts, and Chinese calligraphy demonstrations. Lantern sculptures will be on view during the day, and Fridays feature a Mini Horse Meet & Greet from […]
Join the zodiac icons of the Year of the Horse in friendly, miniature form. In Chinese culture, horses represent adventure, freedom, and strength. Feel their spirit come alive at Lan Su every Friday during Lunar New Year! Opening Day on February 17 will feature a special zodiac animals ceremony with one of last year’s incredible […]
The Lobby at The Writers' Block“Seeing the What”March 5 – May 23, 2026818 NW Flanders, Portland Formerly located at The Ellen Browning Building, The Lobby returns this spring with a three-month pop-up exhibition at The Writers' Block Art Gallery. Titled Seeing the What, the exhibition takes inspiration from Henry David Thoreau’s observation: “The real question […]
Each spring, Abby’s Closet invites high school students to a 2-day prom dress giveaway where they can choose a dress that fits their unique style - completely FREE of charge. More than 5,000 dresses have been donated just for YOU. We have vintage to brand new, short and long, and sizes 0-20+. Abby’s Closet believes […]
Mr. Hoo rocks out at Mississippi Pizza every 1st and 3rd Friday at 5 p.m. After a long week, nobody wants to figure out dinner, entertain the kids and clean up. Come on out and Mr. Hoo and Mississippi Pizza will take care of everything. Yummy pizza for the whole family, beverages (for kids and […]
Guests can enjoy a tranquil experience—an enchanting lantern-lit evening accompanied by live Chinese music, perfect for those who love the garden’s nighttime glow at a slower, more intimate pace. Note: Music + Lantern Nights do not include the Dragon Dance Procession or the Twelve Zodiac Animals light show. 5:30–7:30 PM | Wednesday–Sunday, March 4-8, 2026 […]
Enjoy an early evening of skating at Lloyd Center Mall each weekend! Their Rock and Skate features a special DJ and a discounted price for skating.
Enjoy a free puppet show from Dragon Theater Puppets and Princesses every Friday at 6pm at PlayDate PDX! Note: if your kiddos beg to play on the play structure, admission for that is $10 on Fridays.
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 […]
Saddle up for a wild Friday night — hoops, fun, and a little country flair. Dress up and get down at the Remix Rodeo!
The Leodis V. McDaniel High School Theater Program proudly presents The Addams Family Musical with a live band! Get tickets now for one of seven family-friendly, spooky-kooky performances, March 5-14, 2026. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
When We Slept in Trees is a devised dance/theatre piece led by faculty members Rebecca Lingafelter (director) and Tiffany Mills (movement director), along with designers Jenny Ampersand (costume) and Miranda Hardy (set and lights), this piece is devised by the company. The source material is rooted in the relationship between human beings and the natural world and draws […]
Be a part of Portland's iconic roller derby scene! Friday, March 6th Heartless Heathers vs. High Rollers Doors at 7 PM - Game at 8 PM At the Hangar at Oaks Park. General Admission: $22 Tickets at the Door: $25+ fees Kids 6 and under: Free Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
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 […]
Head to a Home Depot near you at 9 a.m. on the first Saturday of every month for free kids workshops! While supplies last. Each month is a different activity. Upcoming events: January 3: Tow Truck February 7: Penguin Mailbox (Registration Opens January 7) March 7: Leprechaun Trap (Registration Opens February 6) Find more details […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Go enjoy a fun-filled day meeting and interacting with adorable farm animals! Get up close and personal with goats, alpacas, ostrich chicks, and more! This is a great opportunity for animal lovers of all ages to learn about these sweet creatures and maybe even make some new furry friends. They provide a fun, guided educational […]
Don't feel like planning dinner (lunch or breakfast) this week? Try out incredible $10 sandwich creations at participating locations as part of The Portland Mercury's Sandwich Week.
Each spring, Abby’s Closet invites high school students to a 2-day prom dress giveaway where they can choose a dress that fits their unique style - completely FREE of charge. More than 5,000 dresses have been donated just for YOU. We have vintage to brand new, short and long, and sizes 0-20+. Abby’s Closet believes […]
FLIP is celebrating Holi this week with a twist on the classic vinegar and baking soda volcano experiment. Make colors explode and learn about the Hindu festival of colors. While you're here, you can also enjoy the rest of the museum, including our green screen stage and cartoon-making room. FLIP is great for families with […]
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local farmers, bakers, and makers of all kinds and builds community in a relaxed, informal setting. Rides are on every Saturday the market is open (year […]
It’s cold outside, but campground reservation season starts early.
