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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!
Village Green Playdates weekly mornings designed for toddlers — and the grownups who care for them.
Rain or shine, indoors or out, we’ve got ideas for making the most of this summer.
There’s nothing sweeter than an Oregon berry.
Summer Ballet Intensive: July 6 - August 1 The Portland Ballet’s Summer Ballet Intensive offers dancers ages 11-18 the opportunity to develop their technical and performance skillss. Dancers spend full days in the studio, six days per week, studying ballet technique, pointe, performance workshop, contemporary, and more. Crafted to meet the needs and goals of […]
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 […]
Join us at the 5th annual Shady Pines Festival, July 16-19 in Sandy, OR! Enjoy 50+ performers, local food and beer, crafts, a kazoo parade, and much more. Visit ShadyPinesFestival.com for tickets and details! Kids 12 and under get in free! Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
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.
Enjoy weekly free swim sessions at these PP&R outdoor pools: Creston Pool – Mondays 6:30pm to 8pm Peninsula Pool – Tuesdays 1pm to 3:45pm* Montavilla Pool – Tuesdays 6pm to 8pm Grant Pool – Wednesdays 1pm to 3pm Sellwood Pool – Wednesdays 6:30pm to 8pm Pier Pool – Thursdays 1:30pm to 3:30pm Outdoor pools open on […]
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, […]
Get out and explore nature in 2026! Enjoy free parking at Oxbow and Blue Lake regional parks, Broughton Beach, M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp and Chinook Landing Marine Park on 19 days in 2026. The dates for 2026 free parking days are: Jan.1, 15 and 19 Feb. 16 and 19 March 19 April 16 May 21 June 18 and 19 July 16 Aug. […]
Try a free class with Music Together of Portland this week! Experience the magic of family music-making within a joyful, welcoming community! Babies classes for pre-crawling infants, birth to 8 months. Mixed-Age classes for birth to age 5. Our Rhythm Kids classes for 4 to 8-year-olds will resume in September. Spaces available in classes Tuesday […]
Looking for things to do with kids near Portland this spring and 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 […]
Meet Raptors with The Falconer! Discover the ancient art of falconry and the important role these birds play in nature. It’s going to be a hoot! Sponsored by Wild Birds Unlimited Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
See a real Huey Medic Helicopter from the Olympic Flight Museum and sit in the Pilot's seat! Sponsored by Olympic Flight Museum Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
The Samoan cultural crafts have been a hit this month. If you haven't had a chance to make flower necklaces or some of the pattern art, make sure to come by soon to try it out. It's fun for big kids - and toddlers too! While you're here, as always, you can enjoy all our normal […]
Enjoy a beautiful summer morning on Sauvie Island with berry picking, live music, and family fun at Bella Organic Farms! Families are invited to begin U-pick berry adventures starting at 9 AM before gathering for an interactive outdoor singalong with Portland kindie favorite Mr. Ben at 10 AM. Designed for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their grownups, Mr. Ben’s […]
VILLAGE GREEN PLAYDATES Thursdays | June - September 10am to 11am Bridgeport Village Playdates return this summer with weekly mornings designed for toddlers — and the grownups who care for them. Sponsored by Nuna. Each Thursday, little ones are invited to explore, play, and make new friends in a relaxed outdoor setting, while caregivers connect, unwind, […]
Join us for FREE creative, colorful crafts under the shade of the trees at Sellwood Park. Set with intention for ages 18 months-5 years but all are welcome! Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Join us for a fun and hands-on exploration of the beneficial insects that help our gardens grow! Children will learn about ladybugs, bees, butterflies, praying mantises, and other garden helpers while discovering how these tiny creatures pollinate flowers and protect plants from pests. We'll go on a bug hunt through the garden center, observe beneficial insects […]
P&R’s Free Lunch + Play program offers nutritious meals and fun activities for kids and families when school is out. There are sports, games, arts, crafts, music, and other activities led by trained staff and community partners. Free Lunch + Play begins in late June and runs Monday through Friday, 10am to 2pm with lunch at noon. […]
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, […]
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 […]
Help Artist Kathleen McHugh craft mushroom, flower, and animal mosaics to decorate the Children's Garden! Kathleen McHugh received her formal art training at the Cornish Institute of the Arts in Seattle, Washington. She is a visual artist with a special interest in providing artistic experiences for children and youth. She believes that creative engagement helps […]
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 […]
Beneficial Bugs – Garden Heroes 🐞Join us for a fun, hands-on exploration of the beneficial insects that help our gardens grow! Kids will learn about ladybugs, bees, butterflies, praying mantises, and other garden helpers while discovering how these tiny creatures pollinate flowers and naturally protect plants from pests. We'll go on a bug hunt through […]
This class is designed for folks who are at least 4 weeks postpartum and uses yoga and rehabilitative exercises to regain core strength, relieve pelvic floor imbalances, ease neck and back tension. Class starts with a check-in that fosters community and helps the teacher tailor the session to the attendees. Babies are welcome to attend […]
Honeybee Hikes for littles are back! 🐝 Head to Leach Botanical Gardens every Thursday this summer, June 18 to Aug. 27 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. for slow, curiosity-driven exploration of Leach Botanical Garden designed for little ones ages 2–5 and their grown-ups. June dates open now! Dedicated volunteers lead each hike at the gentle […]
Keely Nudo, the former Columbia County rock star librarian reads a book or two each week every Thursday at Topaz Farm! Sometimes she adds music and dancing, or brings an animal come to help. Go see why she is so loved by many kids. And climb a tree or look for frogs while you’re here. […]
Step into the magical world of Jessa Campbell & the Saplings for a vibrant, nature-inspired musical adventure! Led by Parent’s Choice Award-winning artist Jessa Campbell and her lively bandmate Dave the Wave, this interactive performance takes the audience on a journey through the wonders of the Pacific Northwest ecology - where salmon make their epic […]
Come read a book with us every morning in the park! All ages welcome, but geared towards a younger crowd. Bring a picnic blanket (or check one out!), grab a snack and settle in for a morning of books, crafts and outdoor play under the shade of the trees. Editor’s note: This event is a […]
Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Hosted by the Vancouver Mall Public Library on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11am-12pm. Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Check the event host's website for confirm the event is happening […]
If you’re looking for affordable family activities, don’t miss Regal’s Summer Movie Express! During summer break, enjoy a series of great family movies returning to the big screen. Each week from June 1 to August 13 get $1 Summer Movie Express tickets starting at 11AM Monday through Thursday. All attendees of a Summer Movie Express […]
Beat the mid-week slump with a lunch break at Director Park. Don't miss out on DJ George every Wednesday from 12:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. From rock to pop music, he's got your music needs covered. Grab your lunch and vibe to the beats at Director Park while soaking in the summer sun.
