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Kid's Calendar

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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Farmers Market Fun

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 […]

Free to attend

Halloween Ball

The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts 1000 SW Broadway, T-100, Portland, OR, United States

Come One, Come All to the Halloween Ball! The fun kicks off with a costume parade in The Grand Lobby, followed by an interactive live storytime. Then it’s time for a splendiferous dance party and enchanting sing-a-long! Don’t forget to save room for scary delicious Halloween treats at concessions. Shows are Saturdays and Sundays at […]

$15

Visit a Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze

If you’re looking for quintessential fall fun, there’s plenty of local farms with pumpkin patches, corn mazes and other seasonal activities and treats! Visit a favorite this weekend, or try a new one — maybe even visit a new one each weekend this fall if you’re up for it! Our post (sponsored by Topaz Farm) […]

Varies by location

‘Baba Yaga’ (Pegasus Puppet Theatre)

Magenta Theater 1108 Main Street, Vancouver, Wa

Adapted from the children’s book by Ernest Small, this Slavic story of Baba Yaga features a curmudgeonly witch with a taste for bad children, a hedgehog prince who travels through the forest on his noble rooster, and a little girl named Marusia who is in search of turnips. As Marusia and her friend the hedgehog match wits with […]

Spirit of Halloweentown in St. Helens

St. Helens, Oregon 265 Strand, St Helens

ENJOY PERFORMERS, DELICIOUS FOOD, SPOOKY EXHIBITS, FAMILY FUN, AND MUCH MORE! From late September through October, Spirit of Halloweentown offers something for everyone. Wander through haunted streets, explore themed attractions like the Great Pumpkin Lighting and the Haunted House, and enjoy live entertainment and special events throughout the festival. Whether you’re here to relive the […]

Free – $40

!Alebrijes! A Día de Muertos Tale

El Centro Milagro 537 SE Stark St., Portland, OR

For the 30th anniversary of Milagro’s Dia de los Muertos festival, audiences will meet Pedro Linares, who dreamed up alebrijes, in this playful homage that celebrates his totemic creations. In this fantastical retelling, he attempts to trade his soul with La Muerte to save his brother, but quickly learns that you shouldn’t gamble with death. […]

$22 – $30

Milagro’s 30th Anniversary Día de los Muertos Celebration

Milagro Theater 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR

Portland’s longest-running Día de los Muertos celebration turns 30 this year! Each year, Milagro observes Día de los Muertos with the premiere of a new production, altar displays, and community events with the 5th annual Central Eastside Muertos Celebration. Visit their website to see event offerings including performances, workshops, bike decorating and more.

Visit a Haunted House

There's nothing like a good scare for Halloween and the Portland metro area has lots of frightful opportunities. Many have coupons on their sites or through internet coupon sites, so you could even get a discount on your shivers. Some also offer VIP tickets for an extra charge that takes you to the front of […]

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Bridgeport Village X Mike Bennett Scavenger Hunt

Bridgeport Village

BRIDGEPORT VILLAGE x MIKE BENNETT STUDIOS Spooktacular Scavenger Hunt October 15-31 | during center hours Creep your way through Bridgeport Village to discover 12 hidden Halloween characters created by local artist Mike Bennett—but beware… they’re lurking on the windows of our shops and restaurants! This spooky scavenger hunt is perfect for little goblins and ghouls—and a wickedly fun way […]

Free

See the Best Halloween Home Displays

Make a spooktacular evening of family fun by visiting one of (or several of) Portland's best Halloween home displays! Brook Rice, the artist behind the beloved free Pumpkin Display in West Linn (currently on hiatus this year), put together this incredible Halloween home display routes for anyone who wants to make a night of it […]

Corn Maze at Bella Organic Farm

Corn Maze at Bella Organic Farm

Bella Organic Farm 16205 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, United States

Kick off your fall season with the kids this year in the corn maze at Bella Organic Farm!   Get lost in their 7 acres of corn, play games inside the maze, and plan to spend the day on the farm riding the cow train, shopping in the farm store, visiting with farm animals, and […]

$10

Conquer the Maze • Lead a Llama • Pick a Pumpkin • Make a Memory at Frog Pond Farm

Frog Pond Farm 2995 SW Advance Rd, Wilsonville, OR, United States

Llamas in the Pumpkin Patch? Only at Frog Pond Farm. Open daily starting September 19, 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 your […]

$2 – $15

Free Hayrides to the Bella Organic Farm’s Pumpkin Patch

Bella Organic Farm 16205 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, United States

Free Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch at Bella Organic Farm are now running every day all the way until Halloween. While you're at Bella's: U-Pick your own pumpkin right off the vine, get lost in 7-acre Corn Maze, visit with farm animals, take a ride on the cow train/grain train, snack on an elephant ear, […]

Free
2025 Cornlandia! MAiZE

2025 Cornlandia! MAiZE

The Maize at The Pumpkin Patch 16511 NW Gillihan Rd, Portland, OR, United States

The MAiZE at The Pumpkin Patch, the premier destination for family-friendly entertainment and fall harvest bounty on Sauvie Island, is thrilled to announce the celebration of our “Cornlandia” themed corn maze.  This year’s Maize theme is a tribute to a wild harvest where nature, nostalgia, and northwest pride grow tall. For a quarter of a […]

$11

Pumpkin Run Train at Flower Farmer in Canby

The Flower Farmer in Canby 2512 N Holly, Canby, OR

Visit Flower Farmer in Canby, Oregon, for a pumpkin patch experience and miniature train ride. The regular train runs weekends in October. The 2025 Boo Train runs October 17-18, and 24-30. Cost: $12 for adults, $8 for ages 2-12 and seniors, free for under 24 months Want more Halloween trains? See our post here!

$8 – $12
The Grimoire Exhibition Halloween Market

The Grimoire Exhibition Halloween Market

Clark County Event Center

Grimoire's Gothic Market - Inspired by Pop-culture & classics like Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Harry Potter, and American Horror Story, is a folklore-themed market & exhibition that works to bring together various aspects of Halloween, horror, tarot, folklore, renaissance, couture, supernatural, strange things, & metaphysical items (crystals, mediumship, reiki, psychics, candles, herbology, fairytales, fragrance, & professional businesses). […]

$5

Portland Argentinian Festival 2025

JaJa PDX 819 SE Taylor St., Portland, OR

Head to the Portland Argentinian Festival 2025 – a celebration of Argentine culture, food, and music in Portland, Oregon. The Portland Argentinian Festival is for ALL AGES. There is fun for the whole family! Ticket Prices: (purchased at the door): Adults: $10 Seniors: $5 Kids: FREE Main Stage Entertainment Schedule (confirm on the event hosts […]

Dracula at Oregon Ballet Theatre

Dracula at Oregon Ballet Theatre

oregon ballet theatre 720 S bancroft St, Portland, WA, United States

Deep in Transylvania, a monster lives in a castle, hungrily capturing women to take as his brides. When Dracula steals Svetlana, she fights back, certain her fiancé is coming to rescue her. But will he be too late? Back by popular demand, Ben Stevenson’s lavish, haunting ballet combines drama and fantasy in a spectacle worthy […]

$39 – $163

Seattle Kraken Watch Party

leftbank annex 101 N Weidler St, Portland, OR 97227, Portland, Oregon, United States

The Seattle Kraken are hosting a watch party in Portland! On Saturday October 18, come cheer on the Kraken as they take on the Toronto Maple Leafs from a watch party at The Leftbank Annex. Doors open at 2pm, and the game airs on the big screens at 4pm. Kraken Hockey Network will highlight Portland with a special shout-out […]

Free

Luminarias Dia de Muertos

Esther Short Park

LUMINARIAS DIA DE MUERTOS SEASON IS COMING!! In collaboration with the City of Vancouver, we invite you to our annual Día de Muertos celebration at Esther Short Park! A tradition that honors our loved ones and celebrates the joy of life~ Traditional Mexican Dances by Vancouver Ballet Folklórico Glowing Luminarias Guest artists, craft and food […]

Silly Walk and Dance Party

Conestoga Recreation and Aquatic Center

Get ready for a fun (and silly) family-friendly event on Saturday, October 18, from 4-6 pm on the grounds of the Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center. Get your costumes ready for daylight trick-or-treating, a silly walk parade, and a DJ dance party! Plus, meet some of your favorite characters along the way - don't forget […]

Free

Trunk or Treat Tualatin 2025

Living Savior Lutheran Church 8740 SW Sagert St., Tualatin, Oregon

Gile Group Inc. is hosting Community Trunk-or-Treat in the Living Savior Lutheran Church Parking Lot (8740 SW Sagert St. Tualatin, OR). Join us for the Spooktacular event on October 18th, 4:30 - 6:30 pm! Purchase tickets by October 16th for the early bird discount - $5/child 12 yrs. and under; includes a glow kit when you check […]

$7

Spooky History Tour – Oregon’s Haunted Past

Newell Pioneer Village 8089 Champoeg Rd NE, Saint Paul, OR, United States

Spooky History Tour (6 and 8 PM - Sat & Sun only) $20 - Take a guided ghost walk through Newell Pioneer Village and hear chilling tales of Oregon's haunted past. This tour blends real history with eerie folklore as you explore cabins, a one-room schoolhouse, and the famously haunted Newell House.

$20
Grandma’s Halloween House

Grandma’s Halloween House

2210 SW 208TH Ave, Beaverton OR 97003 2210 SW 208th Ave, Beaverton, OREGON

This FREE family-friendly walk-thru Halloween display will astonish, amaze & educate!! Zombie carnival and mermaid themed event where you can walk thru at your own pace and as many times as you'd like. No Jump scares, all abilities access. Beaverton/Aloha area. Find us on all social media @grandmashalloweenhouse

Free

Farmers Market Fun

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 […]

Free to attend

Halloween Ball

The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts 1000 SW Broadway, T-100, Portland, OR, United States

Come One, Come All to the Halloween Ball! The fun kicks off with a costume parade in The Grand Lobby, followed by an interactive live storytime. Then it’s time for a splendiferous dance party and enchanting sing-a-long! Don’t forget to save room for scary delicious Halloween treats at concessions. Shows are Saturdays and Sundays at […]

$15

Visit a Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze

If you’re looking for quintessential fall fun, there’s plenty of local farms with pumpkin patches, corn mazes and other seasonal activities and treats! Visit a favorite this weekend, or try a new one — maybe even visit a new one each weekend this fall if you’re up for it! Our post (sponsored by Topaz Farm) […]

Varies by location

Spirit of Halloweentown in St. Helens

St. Helens, Oregon 265 Strand, St Helens

ENJOY PERFORMERS, DELICIOUS FOOD, SPOOKY EXHIBITS, FAMILY FUN, AND MUCH MORE! From late September through October, Spirit of Halloweentown offers something for everyone. Wander through haunted streets, explore themed attractions like the Great Pumpkin Lighting and the Haunted House, and enjoy live entertainment and special events throughout the festival. Whether you’re here to relive the […]

Free – $40

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