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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!
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Pirates & Pumpkins Family Cruise with Island Style Charters – Celebrate Fall on the Willamette! Set sail this fall with Island Style Charters for a family-friendly adventure full of pirates, pumpkins, and Halloween fun! Our one-hour Pirates & Pumpkins Cruise is perfect for kids (and kids at heart) of all ages. Come in your favorite […]
👻🎃 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. 🧙♀️ […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Want to a low key, crowd free fall pumpkin experience? Head to Triskelee Farm. Free admission to the market and pumpkin area. Come for kids fall activities! Kids activity pass includes; a scavenger hunt around the farm, bounce house, games, and pumpkin decorating. Come anytime between 10-3pm stay as long as you'd like between those […]
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 […]
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!
Triskelee Farm Friday Happy Hour 4:30-7:30pm Farm closes at 8 pm. Free Admission $2 off food & drinks. Bring the family and friends and join us at Triskelee Farm for a fun-filled Friday Happy Hour! Fun for all ages. we have a kids play area, fire pit, sit on the lawn and hangout near the […]
Enjoy a cozy, family-friendly movie in a pumpkin patch every Friday night during September-October at Yesteryear Farm! Movies start at dusk (which gets earlier as the season goes on). Grab food from one of their food trucks (until sold out). Be sure to check the event host's website in case anything changes to due weather, […]
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
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 […]
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) […]
