As Portland's iconic amusement park is celebrating the harvest with a fun, family-friendly celebration of the season. The Oaks Park Oktoberfest is one fall festival you won't want to miss. This Oktoberfest has events that everyone can enjoy. The festival is broken up into the Main Festhalle … [Read more...] about 2021 Oaks Park Oktoberfest
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You-Pick Farms In and Around Portland
Harvest your favorite produce at Portland you-pick farms. Nothing is sweeter than picking a marionberry fresh off the vine from a beautiful farm in the Portland area. Or choosing the perfect Christmas tree straight from the field. Portland you-pick farms have four seasons of harvesting … [Read more...] about You-Pick Farms In and Around Portland
Enjoy $1 Family Flicks at Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express
Regal Cinemas is bringing cheap family-friendly movies all summer break to a theater near you. Keep the kids entertained all summer long with Regal Cinemas Summer Movie Express. Spend every week of summer vacation viewing family-friendly movies at your closest Regal … [Read more...] about Enjoy $1 Family Flicks at Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express
Open Farm Days at Zenger Farm
Celebrate summer break on the farm! Zenger Farm is hosting family-friendly activities during Open Farm Days. Zenger Farm is a 24-acre combined farm and wetland in southeast Portland. The urban farm hosts educational activities in a natural environment. Their programs teach kids and adults the … [Read more...] about Open Farm Days at Zenger Farm
4th of July Fireworks, Parades and Celebrations Near Portland
Have a blast at one of these 4th of July events near Portland. Some celebrations have a whole day's worth of fun activities, games, live music and entertainment your whole family will enjoy. Fireworks shows within the Portland metro are cancelled this year. Yet, there are still several events … [Read more...] about 4th of July Fireworks, Parades and Celebrations Near Portland
Free Cultural Passes at Portland Libraries
Libraries have expanded way beyond books. From classes to e-catalogues to free Wi-Fi, libraries have become a resource hub for communities across the Portland area. Best of all, you can access all of these services for free. There are many perks of having a library card, including free cultural … [Read more...] about Free Cultural Passes at Portland Libraries
Free and Cheap Father’s Day Weekend Activities in Portland
We all know the cliche barbecue in the backyard for Father's Day weekend. Grilling for the whole family isn't always what dad wants to do. Instead, ditch the obligation and start a new tradition. Portland has numerous free and cheap Father's Day activities. It is all about spending quality time with … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Father’s Day Weekend Activities in Portland
Free and Cheap Summer Activities for Kids
How long has it been since summer break started? If you're running out of ideas to keep your kids busy, there are some great free and inexpensive activities throughout Portland. These activities take place every week and some every day. Make it a whole summer of fun by planning these events into … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Summer Activities for Kids
Free Bowling for Kids at Alleys in and around Portland
Here's a fun way to beat the heat and have fun with your family. Kids Bowl Free is a program that offers complimentary bowling to kids all summer long. Kids who are registered for the program get two free games of bowling each day of the summer. Start and end dates vary by bowling … [Read more...] about Free Bowling for Kids at Alleys in and around Portland
Free Splash Pads and Interactive Fountains at Portland Parks
You don't have to go far to find a place to cool off this summer. Portland parks have splash pads and interactive fountains, kid-friendly water features designed with fun and safety in mind. There are 19 splash pads and seven interactive fountains at Portland parks all over the city. Chances are … [Read more...] about Free Splash Pads and Interactive Fountains at Portland Parks
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