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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!
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The Lake Area Artists Show and Sale is a vibrant celebration of local creativity, featuring over 400 original artworks from 30 juried members. This years event, hosted at the Lakewood Center for the Arts in Lake Oswego, OR promises a wide range of artist styles and media, including water media, oil, acrylics encaustic, paste and […]
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 […]
Mark your calendars! The 2026 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival is tentatively scheduled for March 20 – April 26. Date specific tickets available in early March. Enjoy 40 acres of 100 varieties of tulips and on 4 acres at Wooden Shoe Gardens. The Tulip Festival is packed with activities for the whole family. From hot air balloons, […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Sci-Fi Film Fest is back! For five weeks this spring, the festival will showcase over 30 of science fiction’s most memorable films on the Empirical Theater’s giant four-story screen. From genre classics such as 2001: A Space Odyssey to more recent favorites like Denis Villeneuve’s epic two-part adaptation of Dune, the festival’s offerings are sure to appeal […]
Volunteer as a family in Forest Park to observe Earth Day this year! Training, tools and materials are provided by the Forest Park Conservancy. This is happening at multiple sites within Forest Park, so sign up for whichever one you prefer.
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day all weekend with year two of the North Portland Book Crawl! With three new stops, new maps, and double the prize package supporting your local bookstores has never been so fun! Event details: Pick up your punch card at any participating shop! Get your card punched or stamped at each shop […]
Meal planning just got easier! Have a fun and delicious dinner the whole family will love... The Portland Mercury's Pizza Week is back, giving pizza lovers the chance to get special slices from some of Portland's finest purveyors of pizza pies... for a mere four dollars each! That's right: Each slice is just FOUR MEASLY DOLLARS […]
Need a toy, household item, small appliance, clothing, etc. repaired? Head to a Repair PDX event and have it come back to life for free! They take place at various locations around the Portland metro area. Visit their calendar to find one near you! RPDX Repair Café @ Leaven Common House Saturday, April 11·12:00 – […]
Looking for a simple way to give back as a family this spring? Positive Charge! PDX’s Period Power Project offers an easy, meaningful opportunity for kids and adults to help others in the community. From April 11 through May 10, families can pick up period supplies while shopping and donate them at 20+ drop-off locations […]
In celebration of the 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade’s 20th year (theme: History of East Portland), enjoy an expanded 3-day event with multiple activities happening each day including the famous Roses in the Heart of Portland Parade, Funtastic Carnival, classic car show, farmers market, and Rose Photo Contest. Visit the event host's website for schedule details! 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade […]
Oregon Ag Fest is a family fun event with over 25 free hands-on activities for kids! Ride ponies, watch chicks hatch, dig for potatoes and so much more! Have fun learning where your food, fiber and flora come from! Kids 15 & under free admission. Parking is also free!.
IMA Academy invites families to drop-in for this fun ballet class where we discover ballet moves while jumping and crawling through an obstacle course, pretending to be animals, and playing musical pizza. This parents/guardian drop-in ballet class is for young dancers ages 2-3.5, to learn ballet all while being silly, using imagination, and moving together. […]
We will be removing invasives like ivy and blackberry, picking up litter, dragging fallen limbs into piles, and weeding the new beds of native plant to help give them a good start. All ages and families are welcome. Work begins at 9 am with a short orientation talk and finishes up about noon. Wear good […]
Bring your little ones for drop-in fun! Drop-in for crafts, sensory exploration, open-ended play, and so much fun! Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. *Located in the basement of Immanuel Lutheran Church Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Join the City of Troutdale and SOLVE for our Earth Day celebration in the forest at Columbia Park on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We'll be pulling invasive weeds and planting native species that support wildlife and healthy ecosystems. All ages are welcome, but children must be accompanied by an […]
This free neighborhood swapping event, and help promote sustainability within our community. Start your spring cleaning now, and plan ahead to drop off your items within our donation hours! Then, stroll the tables of available new-to-you goodies for FREE! If you do not have items to donate, you can bring non-perishable food or diaper donations […]
Kids, families and friends learn the fun of fishing. At each event ODFW staff and volunteers will provide equipment, and teach new anglers how to rig their line, cast a rod, land a fish and identify their catch. This is a great opportunity for families to learn how to fish together and spend time in […]
Shop the annual Brooklyn Cooperative Preschool rummage sale and support our school! Our community of families have donated toys, baby gear, other kids' items, books, clothes, housewares, electronics, furniture, and more to raise funds for our nonprofit school. Shop 9am - 3pm on Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25 at Reedwood Friends Church (2901 […]
Delight in beautiful peony blooms at Adelman Peony Gardens this spring! Free admission and free parking, this is a gorgeous way to spend a few hours, plus tons of perfect photo ops! Bring a picnic, walk their 30 acres of production fields, stroll through 2 acres of display garden, viewing indoor peony bloom displays, and […]
Part voice lesson, part karaoke, part costume party…need we say more?! In this expressive and engaging vocal workshop, students explore techniques to sing with confidence as they jam out to belt-worthy hits from K-Pop Demon Hunters, Wicked, and more. Instructed by SCH’s own, classically trained singer, Shayne! Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
FLIP has a variety of crafts for different age levels this month to honor Arab Heritage Month. Khanda Mosaics: Use coloring pages, glue, and tissue paper to create beautiful, traditional designs. Mala Bracelets: Make your own bracelets with beads, which may require adult help to finish Arabic Alphabet Caligraphy: Use a traditional brush and ink […]
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 […]
Celebrate Earth Day with a mini concert at the Wetlands! Enjoy the latest compositions by Julian Saporiti focused on the natural world, including a piece inspired by Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve. Saporiti weaves together folk music and instrumentals, and he’ll share more about his process and work. Whether you’re a lover of music or a […]
Meet local author Fern Wexler for a storytime, coloring, and a community weaving project celebrating family diversity! Join us for a heartwarming morning celebrating family, creativity, and community! We’re thrilled to welcome guest author Fern Wexler to share their beautifully inclusive children’s book, Families of a Feather: A Celebration of Family Diversity. Fern will read their story aloud […]
Join us for a new storytime series: Last Saturday Storytime + Indie Bookshop Day! Every last Saturday of the month we will gather for stories and play at the Literacy Kid Lounge + Bookshop. This is the perfect opportunity for families who cannot attend a regular playgroup but still want to enjoy a storytime together. We […]
Join us for a heartwarming morning celebrating family, creativity, and community! We’re thrilled to welcome guest author Fern Wexler to share their beautifully inclusive children’s book, Families of a Feather: A Celebration of Family Diversity. Fern will read their story aloud and have copies on hand to purchase and cherish at home. We’ll also spend […]
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
Have fun clearing invasive blackberry and feeding it to the goats at TLC Farm! We are proud to partner with SOLVE.org as part of its Oregon Spring Cleanup month. Learn to recognize invasive and native species, visit our new baby goats, and join us for snacks afterward. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Harriet Tubman Student Council is excited to host our 2nd Annual Earth Day Community Clean Up! We are looking for families and community members to join us in beautifying our school and surrounding community by participating in a litter clean up. We will meet in front of Harriet Tubman Middle School on Saturday, April 25th […]
