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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!
These destination playgrounds will delight your kids and give you a breather!
From free events to the iconic celebration at Lan Su, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the year of the Fire Horse.
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 […]
OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Boy and the Heron. The festival launches with an opening celebration of the recent 4K restoration […]
Throughout February, the Portland Art Museum celebrates Black history, creativity, and cultural leadership through a dynamic series of films, performances, lectures, conversations, and community-centered programs, presented in partnership with local and national collaborators. Free admission for children 17 and under Free First Thursdays – Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Jurassic Quest returns to Portland for one weekend only. Families can walk among life size animatronic dinosaurs, explore interactive exhibits, enjoy rides and hands on activities, and learn about prehistoric creatures in an immersive environment designed for all ages. The event also offers a dedicated Sensory Hour for families who prefer a lower sensory experience, […]
Movement has teamed up with The North Face to make a nationwide Free Climbing Day possible by offering free access and gear rentals throughout the day at every gym. What's included: Free Gym Access – Climbing, yoga, and fitness all day Free Climbing – For all experience levels Free Gear Rentals – Shoes and harnesses […]
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, […]
Celebrate Lunar New Year with hands-on creativity the whole family can enjoy! Lan Su Chinese Garden's Family Craft Activities invite kids and adults alike to explore traditional art forms and cultural symbols through fun, interactive projects. From folding simple paper lanterns to creating vibrant Nian Hua (年畫) woodblock prints, each session offers a way to […]
If you love rats, RATAPALOOZA is the place to be! Ratapalooza is a family-friendly rat show event for people of all ages. Activities at the show include: Rattastic Raffle Crafts for all ages Rat Show Rat Merchandise And of course, RATS! Entry is $10 for RatspacNW members and $15 for the general public. Kids 5 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, […]
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Lan Su Chinese Garden with daytime festivities for all ages. Opening day is February 17, with weekend activities through March 8—including cultural performances, lion dances, family crafts, and Chinese calligraphy demonstrations. Lantern sculptures will be on view during the day, and Fridays feature a Mini Horse Meet & Greet from […]
MONSTER JAM® BRINGS FULL-THROTTLE FAMILY FUN TO MODA CENTER – FEBRUARY 27–MARCH 1, 2026 Experience the ultimate family motorsports event as Monster Jam® roars into Portland’s Moda Center for a weekend packed with heart-pounding action! Watch the world's best drivers push 12,000-pound Monster Jam® trucks to the limits in adrenaline-fueled Racing, 2-Wheel Skills, and Freestyle […]
Head to Washington Square to celebrate the Lunar New Year with traditional crafts, arts and performances, and make a wish on the Wishing Tree! Performance Schedule (TBD).
The Chinese New Year Cultural Fair is held annually at the Oregon Convention Center. Established by the Portland Chinese Times and operated in collaboration by the PCT, Portland Art & Cultural Center and Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association, this one day event draws thousands of people of all ages to enjoy cultural entertainment, food, shopping and […]
Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with fun activities for the whole family at Lakeridge High School! 12:00 - 2:00 pm – Upper Gym Banh mi from Vina Deli and Chinese food such as noodles and egg rolls available for purchase Arts and crafts from local vendors available for purchase Kids can decorate red […]
Looking for an outing that will literally "rock" your kids' world? This year, the 75th Annual Agate & Mineral Show is celebrating its Diamond Jubilee at OMSI, and it’s the perfect destination for curious minds and budding explorers. Whether your child is a dedicated collector or just loves a good scavenger hunt, this milestone event […]
Enjoy traditional lion dance performances by Portland Lee’s Association and White Lotus Foundation throughout Lan Su Chinese Garden's celebration. Don’t miss the whimsical enjoyment these playful lions bring to guests of all ages as they make their way through the garden! Opening Day: Tuesday, Feb. 17 | 9:45AM Saturdays & Sundays | Feb. 21, 22, […]
February 28 | 2 pm | Free. Tickets required. Get ready to dance and sing along with Portland’s beloved kindie band bringing retro-pop charm and sunny, feel-good vibes to audiences of all ages. Performing songs about dancing robots, helicopter leaves, blue whales, and even surfing on rainbows, this high-energy interactive show is packed with heart, […]
Seussical is a fantastical, family-friendly musical that weaves together beloved Dr. Seuss stories—primarily Horton Hears a Who! and Gertrude McFuzz—into one whimsical tale. Narrated by the Cat in the Hat, the show follows Horton the Elephant as he protects a speck of dust containing Whoville and guards an abandoned egg. Please note: there are performances […]
Join Urban Forestry for a BIPOC-centered, story-time-like program with tree-themed story reading, songs, education, and tree-themed botanical art! Kids and adults are welcome to this tree-literacy winter experience! Hosted by Portland Parks and Recreation’s Urban Forestry Division.
Fun for the whole family! Celebrate the year of the horse Saturday, February 28th at Garden Home Recreation Center. This FREE public event hosted in partnership with the Vietnamese American Veterans & Families will feature: Multiple lion and dragon dances, cultural dances, martial arts demos, Taiko Portland Drummers, and Lucky Red Envelopes from 4 – 6 pm. […]
Enjoy an early evening of skating at Lloyd Center Mall each weekend! Their Rock and Skate features a special DJ and a discounted price for skating.
Experience a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration you won’t find anywhere else in Portland! Lan Su glows in the evenings with stunning lantern sculptures, a magical zodiac animals light show, and an illuminated Dragon Dance procession. 5:30–7:00 PM & 7:30–9:00 PM Every Wednesday–Sunday, February 18 – March 1, 2026 | Separate Tickets Required Lan Su Members […]
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 […]
OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Boy and the Heron. The festival launches with an opening celebration of the recent 4K restoration […]
Lucky is back! And this year he brought all his friends with him! Between February 27th and March 17th, search West Linn's best hidden places to find Lucky's hiding spots! Turn in your completed Hide & Go Seek booklet to City Hall by March 17th at 3pm to be entered into a raffle! Booklets available online, […]
Jurassic Quest returns to Portland for one weekend only. Families can walk among life size animatronic dinosaurs, explore interactive exhibits, enjoy rides and hands on activities, and learn about prehistoric creatures in an immersive environment designed for all ages. The event also offers a dedicated Sensory Hour for families who prefer a lower sensory experience, […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and social skills during Indoor Play Park. Adult supervision is required; only youth drop-in fees apply. ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
Join us every Sunday morning at 10 am for a free kids' concert — the perfect weekend activity for families and kids!
Join Portland Japanese Garden for Hina Matsuri, also called Doll’s Day or Girl’s Day, to celebrate the happiness, growth, and good health of girls. In Japan, families with daughters mark the festival by displaying intricately crafted hina dolls dressed in ornate costumes several days before the festival. At the Garden, Visitors can view and take photos with a traditional […]
Celebrate Lunar New Year with hands-on creativity the whole family can enjoy! Lan Su Chinese Garden's Family Craft Activities invite kids and adults alike to explore traditional art forms and cultural symbols through fun, interactive projects. From folding simple paper lanterns to creating vibrant Nian Hua (年畫) woodblock prints, each session offers a way to […]
It’s cold outside, but campground reservation season starts early.
