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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!
Quintessential Portland activities, plus new ones to try!
Northwest Children’s Theater presents the timeless musical, The Wizard of Oz, just in time for the holidays!
What is a MusikLab? We provide the space and instruments and you do whatever moves you. MusikLabs are unstructured, all ages (we recommend 6 months - 9 years), and all abilities. Visit our website for details. Registration is required for each participant 17 years and under. Up to 2 grownups are welcome per registered participant. […]
KidDo-Re-Mi is a group music class for babies/toddlers, and their adult! Join us for exciting songs and activities designed to enrich our connection with music, and nurture a love of music theory. Class is held on Mondays from 10:00-11:00, in NE Portland near the Grotto (contact Mary for exact address). Sign-up for the whole 10-week […]
Join us for a 30-minute Mandarin Music & Movement class specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for children five and under accompanied by their caregivers. Space is limited and available on a […]
Join longtime educators Lara and Wally Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! every Tuesday and Thursday for weekly meetups for littles ages 0-4. This is a calm, clean and welcoming space, where people (generally ignore their phones) take the time to visit and play. People can come in as early as 9:00 […]
Join Teach Caroline, of Primary Notes for these fun-for-all and engaging "Music & Movement" class at SWPMA PLAY! @ 6315 SW Capitol Highway in Hillsdale Town Center. Drop-in rate of $20. Registration: https://southwestportlandmartialarts.com/events/swpma-play/ All Tuesdays in October at 10am. Designed for babies and toddlers ages 0-3, these engaging weekly classes are filled with singing, dancing, […]
Red Yarn is thrilled to return to the beautiful Taborspace Sanctuary on Tuesday mornings for a weekly music & puppet show. Families are invited to come sing, dance, and experience the joy of community with Red Yarn & his lovable critter puppets. Red Yarn performs from 10:00-10:45am on most Tuesday mornings of the school year […]
Join us for a 30-minute Mandarin Music & Movement class specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for children five and under accompanied by their caregivers. Space is limited and available on a […]
Join us for songs, snuggles, and support! Meet with other caregivers (of brand new tiny humans) in a safe, clean, calm, accepting environment. We'll sing some lullabies and get to know one another. Due to the this particular age group's sensitivity, MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL ACCOMPANYING GROWNUPS.
Toddler Sound Bath & Learn (Ages 2-6) GUIDE — Graham Slick DURATION — 30 minutes LOCATION — Aloka — 1607 SE 3rd Ave. Portland OR 97214 (Map) VIBE — Listen, Playful STYLE — Kids ****IMPORTANT NOTE: The class is a max capacity of 6 children. There is a potential of an additional class, but there […]
Red Yarn is thrilled to return to the beautiful Pivot Studio, located in the historic Village Ballroom on NE Dekum St, for his weekly Wednesday morning music & puppet show in Fall 2025! Families are invited to come sing, dance, and experience the joy of community with Red Yarn & his lovable critter puppets. Red […]
Join popular local artist/musician, Mr. Hoo at SWPMA PLAY! every fourth Wednesday in September and October at 10:30A. Children ages 0-5 are welcome to come boogie with us :) This is a bright, clean, welcoming padded play space, where people take the time to visit and play as families, and one another. @SWPMA 6315 SW […]
👻🎃 Our spooktacular Halloween Party is BACK, but this time as a full-blown Halloween Farmers Market! ✨ What to Expect: 🛍️ Spooky Artisan Vendors – find handmade goods, creepy crafts, and hauntingly fun gifts all along 21st Ave. 🎸 Live Music – local punk & rock bands will keep the energy high all evening. 🧙♀️ […]
World Forestry Center is proud to partner with Third Angle New Music to celebrate the place 3A has called home for 40 years. This special performance features a string quartet and clarinet playing 3A-commissioned works inspired by the Pacific Northwest, paired with poetry recited by former Oregon Poet Laureate Kim Stafford. The program includes The Evergreen by Caroline Shaw—a […]
Join longtime educators Lara and Wally Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! every Tuesday and Thursday for weekly meetups for littles ages 0-4. This is a calm, clean and welcoming space, where people (generally ignore their phones) take the time to visit and play. People can come in as early as 9:00 […]
In music, “do” is foundational, just like the first few months of life. Grow and bond with your infant as we explore the world around us through song, movement, and play. Grownups will be guided through activities that encourage age appropriate development while gaining support and friendship along the way. This class is taught as […]
World Forestry Center is proud to partner with Third Angle New Music to celebrate the place 3A has called home for 40 years. This special performance features a string quartet and clarinet playing 3A-commissioned works inspired by the Pacific Northwest, paired with poetry recited by former Oregon Poet Laureate Kim Stafford. The program includes The Evergreen by Caroline Shaw—a […]
Fridays at 10am, Cameron Ford is hosting “Tiny Tunes”, a weekly kids concert, in the new and undiscovered living-room-style show space (“the riff”) at b street records & vintage in downtown Milwaukie. Kicking off June 6, this free, family-friendly concert series is perfect for children ages 0-4 but all ages are welcome.
Learn some music for the spookiest season! Bring your ukelele or borrow ours in this learning session for all ages and skill levels. Taught by Ethos' music instructors. Music Explorations is a weekly, all ages, drop-in class covering a variety of musical topics, taught by expert Ethos music instructors. Fridays* 6:00 p.m. to 6:50 p.m$15 […]
The Saloon Ensemble‘s joyful all-ages yearly celebration “The Nitemare B4 Xmas is back!!” Portland's own The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant score complete with all your favorite songs, Jack and Sally on stilts, Oogie Boogie, Zero, Sandy Claws and all your other favorite characters, interactive […]
Come dressed up in your favorite costume and Trick-Or-Treat with our 130 vendors on the the final day of our 2025 Season Farmer's Market. Enjoy games, music, treats, balloons, face painting and more! When: October 25th, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Where: 13231 SE Sunnyside Rd.
Join our Program Director, Lauren, for some music, movement and stories. Bring your 0-5 yr old and get your groove on! (Schedule ahead for your whole preschool class; At our place or yours!) Saturdays 930-1030 am $10-20 donation ($5-10 for siblings) At Ethos Music Center we believe all young people deserve access to the benefits […]
Bring the kids for a FREE performance on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 12:00pm in Evans Auditorium at Lewis & Clark College! This event will have 30 minutes of performance followed by 30 minutes of “Percussion Petting Zoo” where audience members get to come up to the stage and play the instruments! This event is […]
Join Kindie performer Jenny Wizbang for a fun, playful and interactive hour of tunes and treats! LEARN HOW TO: Make rhythms & sound effects Make an affordable, healthy & yummy snack Reduce food waste & promote upcycling Plus a bonus multi-sensory "Cinnamon Apple Chip Jingle" experience everyone will love! Perfect for kids 4-8 and their grown-ups! Jen […]
Saturday, October 25 | 1PM–3PM | H&M Court Kick off Hallo-Week with a frightfully fun afternoon of live entertainment, interactive activities, and festive surprises at Vancouver Mall’s Bootacular Bash! From stage performances to dance contests and hands-on fun, there’s something for the whole family. 👻 Event Schedule 1:00 PM – Wicked Stage Show Start the […]
Family Halloween Party 1mos to 9yrs 11mos Saturday October 25th 2:30-3:30PM Have the whole family (or just the kids😊) put on your costumes and enjoy a Boo-riffic time at our Halloween Party. This session is for all ages 0-9 years old. Be prepared to play! The gym will be decorated in its Spooktakular best and […]
The Saloon Ensemble‘s joyful all-ages yearly celebration “The Nitemare B4 Xmas is back!!” Portland's own The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant score complete with all your favorite songs, Jack and Sally on stilts, Oogie Boogie, Zero, Sandy Claws and all your other favorite characters, interactive […]
A Celebration of Life, Culture & Tradition Shochicalli Wellness & Art Center, in partnership with THPRD, invites you to the Sempoashochitl Festival! Saturday, October 25 • 4–8 pm Garden Home Rec Center Discover the beauty of the marigold flower through tradition, tamales, therapeutic uses, and art. Enjoy live music, Aztec dance, raffles, and performances. Experience […]
Trinity Music presents a family-friendly organ concert and pumpkin carving party to benefit youth music programs! Don your costume—spooky, silly, or from a galaxy far, far away—and join Trinity Music’s organists for the annual PipeScreams Halloween Spectacular, a family-friendly organ concert guaranteed to surprise and delight audiences of all ages. This year’s adventurous program features […]
The Saloon Ensemble‘s joyful all-ages yearly celebration “The Nitemare B4 Xmas is back!!” Portland's own The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant score complete with all your favorite songs, Jack and Sally on stilts, Oogie Boogie, Zero, Sandy Claws and all your other favorite characters, interactive […]
Mama & Me: ABBA Dance Party! Bring the whole family to the Alberta Abbey for a night of sparkling costumes, unforgettable hits, and non-stop dancing with Band After Midnight, Portland’s sensational ABBA tribute band! This special all-ages show is perfect for kids (and adults!) who LOOOOVE ABBA and the music of Mamma Mia. Sing along […]
Music with Mr. Ben is back at Wonderwood Springs this Sunday (and every Sunday). Enjoy a morning of live music. Perfect for kids and adults alike!
The Saloon Ensemble‘s joyful all-ages yearly celebration “The Nitemare B4 Xmas is back!!” Portland's own The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant score complete with all your favorite songs, Jack and Sally on stilts, Oogie Boogie, Zero, Sandy Claws and all your other favorite characters, interactive […]
🐄🌾 Come On Down For Some Farm Themed Fun! Join us Monday, October 27th from 9:30–10:15 for a lively morning of music, movement, stories, and farm-themed adventures that your little ones will love! Each class is just $20 — and don’t forget, you’ll save 15% when you refer or bring a friend! 🚜 This week’s […]
