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There’s a market every day of the week!
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.
Head to a local park and experience free movies, concerts, festivals, and special events as part of Portland Parks & Recreations Summer Free for All Cultural Events series! Check the schedule below and on PP&R's website to ensure there's an event happening on a specific day! Types of Events Include: Festivals: Music, food, dance, activities, […]
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 […]
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!
BRIDGEPORT VILLAGE x MIKE BENNETT STUDIOS Summer Scavenger Hunt August 1–31 | During Center Hours Get ready for a bee-autiful adventure at Bridgeport Village! Buzz through the Village as you search for 12 hidden honeybee-themed illustrations by Portland artist Mike Bennett, tucked into storefront and restaurant windows. Scavenger Hunt checklists will be available beginning August […]
Experience the excitement of the Oregon State Fair in Salem. From August 28 to September 7, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this annual event showcasing the best of Oregon's culture, agriculture, and entertainment. Indulge in delicious fair food, enjoy thrilling rides, and explore a diverse range of attractions and activities for all ages. […]
The roster for the 2026 season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. Kids, look for our market friend Rosie! This pink squishmallow hides out in a different vendor booth every day. Tell us where you found her at the Info […]
Looking for things to do with kids near Portland this summer? It’s all here at Frog Pond Farm. Come meet our animals, including camels, llamas, mini donkeys, goats, pigs, cows, and more. With 10+ acres of space to explore, this is more than a petting zoo, it’s a full day of outdoor family fun. ✔️ […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]
A free end-of-summer morning where families can visit Little Nestlings, create a simple nest craft, and learn about fall preschool. Join us for Welcome to the Nest Morning at Little Nestlings Early Learning Center. This free community event invites families to spend a gentle morning inside the Little Nestlings environment before the fall season begins. Children will create […]
Join us for a small parent-child gift-making workshop for ages 3–6 at Tea Art Studio in Kenton. Children and caregivers will create beautiful handmade gifts using natural, non-toxic materials, with projects that may include cards, felted treasures, simple candles, flower crafts, ornaments, and seasonal decorations. It’s a relaxed opportunity to create together, experience the joy […]
A free Saturday morning for parents who want to turn a still photo into a short clip with kids watching. We will compare a couple of motion tests and keep it under an hour. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Enjoy a kid-centered skating session featuring a special playlist of kid-friendly hits, skate games, a visit from Chipper the Squirrel. During October-May, the session also features a short group lesson taught by a certified coach. One adult skates free per child. Saturdays, 10-11:30 AM $13 per child 10 & younger only
Bicycles and Ideas for Kids’s Empowerment is hosting cycling workshops for kids and families! Kids can learn to ride and work on bike-riding skills in a safe space. Please RSVP at: 503-484-7838 or begofosite@gmail.com Last Saturdays of the month at 10 am. Dates include: May 30, June 27, July 25 and August 29.
We welcome families to an art and story gathering in Laurelhurst Park on August 29th from 10am-Noon. Join us as we celebrate the kinship between Black children and nature through picture books and art. Meet us between picnic tables E & F near the pond. Bring a blanket! We’ll have art supplies and books and […]
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, […]
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 […]
Join us for two action-packed weekends filled with lion dance performances, martial arts demos, workshops, and family-friendly activities. Learn how kung fu shapes lion dance movements, meet the performers, and get creative with various arts & crafts. Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, Hoffman, for being a trusted partner in preserving Lan Su’s historic space. We’re deeply […]
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 […]
🌲 PACK YOUR BAGS, WE’RE GOING CAMPING! 🏕️✨ VegFest is back and bigger than ever, and we’ve been hard at work making sure this is your family’s absolute highlight of the summer! Join us on August 29th & 30th at the Wingspan Event Center in Hillsboro for a weekend full of plant-based fun, food, and […]
BOLD is thrilled to host a special children’s storytime with Audrey Sauble, author and illustrator of Can a Rock Grow? Rocks change—weathering, eroding, then breaking all in a rush—but where do they come from? Join local children’s author and illustrator Audrey Sauble for a fun STEM-themed story time. Learn more about rocks and dig into geology […]
Join us every Saturday as Gerard "The Bard" Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books are generously donated by our neighbors at Twin Rivers Books. Free for all ages!
You’re invited to Family Day at the JSMA at PSU! Stop by the museum to enjoy the stunning prints on view in Anish Kapoor: Dissolving Margins, and get hands-on at one of the all-ages crafting stations. In addition from 11am-12pm, the museum will be hosting a free children’s storytime and a face painting station outside at the […]
Experience the Instrument Petting Zoo with SOGO (Student Orchestra of Greater Olympia). "Zookeepers" are on hand to demonstrate and help you learn how to play the instruments. Sponsored by The National Endowment for the Arts Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Clark County, Washington, this historic railroad offers a unique journey through lush forests, rolling hills, and picturesque farmlands. Step aboard their vintage trains and travel back in time to an era when railroads were the lifeblood of American adventure and commerce. This late summer excursion departs from Yacolt, through […]
Introducing our fourth fair of the summer here at Wonderwood Springs: THE WONDERKIDS EMPORIUM! A proper back to school celebration, this vendor fair is free to attend and fun for the whole family! You can expect 30+ local vendors (including kiddo vendors!) as well as free performances and activations throughout the day. Plus, this fair […]
