Bumper-to-bumper traffic and high rises popping up on every block can make us forget about the natural wonderland just outside of the metro area. By taking a short trek east or west, we can breathe the fresh air, escape the noise and witness an incredible natural phenomenon happening right in our … [Read more...] about 5 Salmon Spawning Locations Near Portland
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2019 PIR Winter Wonderland Special Nights
Every holiday season, Portland International Raceway transforms into the largest light show in the Northwest. Winter Wonderland is one of the must-see holiday light displays in Portland. It is happening for a full month this year, giving families and friends plenty of time to schedule a visit during … [Read more...] about 2019 PIR Winter Wonderland Special Nights
Military Get Free Admission to Oregon Zoo on Veterans Day
There are many free meals, activities, freebies and discounts for military on Veterans Day 2019. The Oregon Zoo is celebrating by sharing a day of wild fun at no cost to military personnel and their families. On November 11, military veterans and active military personnel, as well as … [Read more...] about Military Get Free Admission to Oregon Zoo on Veterans Day
Free and Cheap Portland Thanksgiving Weekend Events
Be the host with the most activities You’re finally done grocery shopping. The house is clean. You have a master schedule of what's cooking for the next 48 hours. It is officially the calm before the holiday storm. But there is still one thing you might have overlooked: what do to with your family … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Portland Thanksgiving Weekend Events
Christmas Tree Farms and Lots in and around Portland
Soak in that sweet pine smell Nothing rings in the holiday season quite like the smell of a fresh cut pine tree. We're fortunate to live in an area where pine trees are plentiful and grow by the foot. It also means there are plenty of options for Christmas tree farms and lots in Portland. Find the … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Farms and Lots in and around Portland
Kids Monster Fest at Veterans Memorial Coliseum
If you have kids, it is not always easy to find family-friendly Halloween events that empathize fun over fright. This year, Kids Monster Fest is here to create an immersive Halloween experience during daylight hours. By night, the Veterans Memorial Coliseum transforms into one of the many local … [Read more...] about Kids Monster Fest at Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Halloween Treat Map Shows You Where to Trick or Treat
Find Your Halloween Route with the Treat Map Want to know exactly where your ghouls and goblins can Trick or Treat in your Portland neighborhood? The Nextdoor Treat Map just made your haunting around the block a lot easier. No more second guessing where to go or who is giving out treats. You can … [Read more...] about Halloween Treat Map Shows You Where to Trick or Treat
Halloween Candy Buy Back: Kids Get Money for Candy
Exchange Your Leftover Halloween Candy Are you over the sugar high? Incentivize your kids to trade their candy for something better. Dentists around the Portland metro are participating in the Halloween candy buy back program. Kids bring their candy to the dentist’s office and the dentist pays … [Read more...] about Halloween Candy Buy Back: Kids Get Money for Candy
Portland’s Halloween ComicFest
Looking for a family-friendly and fun Halloween event this year? Attend Portland's Halloween ComicFest event at participating comic book shops on Saturday, October 26. Six comic book stores will be hosting fun activities throughout the day. Activities include free Halloween ComicFest comics … [Read more...] about Portland’s Halloween ComicFest
102 Cheap and Easy Halloween Costumes
Fun and cheap costume ideas for all ages Halloween is just around the corner. Going to the store and buying a brand new costume is convenient, but can be expensive. There are many ways you can have an awesome easy Halloween costume without the price tag. In Portland, even our Goodwill stores can … [Read more...] about 102 Cheap and Easy Halloween Costumes
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