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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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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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Take the guesswork out of what to have for dinner one evening (or more!) this week — Portland's 2nd annual Fried Chicken week is back! For one whole week, businesses […]
Mt. Angel Oktoberfest returns to downtown Mount Angel, bringing German and Swiss traditions, live music, dancing, food, arts and crafts, and family activities to the streets of this small town […]
From Sauvie Island corn mazes to charming family farms throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington, our Pumpkin Patch Guide lists all the spots that deliver pumpkins, hayrides, animals, treats and plenty […]
The Realms Unknown Festival is a 3-day, all genre fantasy festival with camping, nestled on 50 acres of lush greens in Woodland, Washington on the Lewis River Golf. This is […]
Celebrate the season with two days of Bands, Brats & Brews! Friday, Sept 18 | 4–10PM Robby Mayer with hits from the ‘60s to today (4–6PM) Lip Bomb brings high-energy […]
Movie nights are back at Yesteryear Farms! Start planning your cozy nights on the farm. 9/11: Hotel Transylvania 9/18: Monster House 9/25: Coco 10/2: Hocus Pocus 10/9: Coraline 10/16: Halloweentown […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
✨ Spanish Story & Play Time with Adventures in Spanish ✨ Join us for a joyful hour of stories, songs, and play — all in Spanish! Our fun-filled sessions are designed […]
Take the guesswork out of what to have for dinner one evening (or more!) this week — Portland's 2nd annual Fried Chicken week is back! For one whole week, businesses […]
Mt. Angel Oktoberfest returns to downtown Mount Angel, bringing German and Swiss traditions, live music, dancing, food, arts and crafts, and family activities to the streets of this small town […]
From Sauvie Island corn mazes to charming family farms throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington, our Pumpkin Patch Guide lists all the spots that deliver pumpkins, hayrides, animals, treats and plenty […]
A highlight of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the St. Jude Walk unites communities to provide hope and healing for families during their toughest times. Every step helps save lives. This […]
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 […]
Llamas in the Pumpkin Patch? Only at Frog Pond Farm. Open daily starting September 18, Frog Pond Farm is a place where animals take center stage, memories are made, and […]
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 […]
Get ready, PDX Parents The Big Bounce America is about to blow up (literally!) at Westside Commons/ Washington County Fairgrounds from Sept. 19-20. This isn’t your average weekend outing—it’s a 50,000+ […]
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 […]
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 […]
A free nature and art morning where young children observe leaves, lines, patterns, and textures through Reggio Emilia-inspired exploration. Join us for Leaves, Lines & Little Discoveries at Little Nestlings Early Learning Center. […]
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 […]
Come join Miss Ella in the fun, 45min class for kids ages 3.5-5 years old. Preschooler Ballet incorporates a variety of exercises to keep students engaged and learning new techniques while […]
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 […]
Join us at Paradise Acres Garden Center on October 19 at 10 am for a fun and creative event where kids will get to design their very own miniature watering can! […]
SUMMER KIDS' CONCERTS Third Saturday | July - September 10am to 12pm - New Time! Join Bridgeport Village for fun, free family entertainment! Dance and sing along to Portland's Top Children's Musicians - plus, enjoy special activities like hula hoops, ribbons, bubbles & more! July 18th - Kelli Welli August 15th - Jessa Campell & The Saplings September 19th - Aaron Nigel Smith Portland […]
