Get a free museum day for two at these Portland area museums. This free museum day gives you access to thousands of venues in all 50 states during the 18th annual Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day on Saturday, September 17, 2022. Find out how you can get your free tickets and see the … [Read more...] about Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day: Get Free Tickets to Portland Museums
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Emergency Kit Guide and Preparedness Resources
Preparing for emergency situations is usually something we don't think about until danger is knocking on our door. For all of us who need to get started on our emergency kits and gather preparedness resources, I've put together a guide to help us out. I'm an emergency preparedness newbie, so I … [Read more...] about Emergency Kit Guide and Preparedness Resources
Free and Cheap Days at Portland’s Best Attractions
Here's how you can see Portland's best attractions on a budget. It can be expensive to see a city's best sites. That is not the case for Portland's best attractions. Many of the top attractions offer complimentary and reduced price days every month. If you have friends coming to town, vacationing … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Days at Portland’s Best Attractions
Dinolandia: Mike Bennett’s Immersive Prehistoric Exhibit
Mike Bennett is taking us back in time at Dinolandia: a jurassic exhibition like no other in downtown Portland. From street signs and murals to exhibits and local partnerships, chances are you've seen Mike Bennett's art in Portland. He first gained popularity with his A to Zoo Family Museum, a … [Read more...] about Dinolandia: Mike Bennett’s Immersive Prehistoric Exhibit
Oregon Symphony Waterfront Concert and Festival
Head to Portland's waterfront for Oregon Symphony's end of summer celebration. The 2022 Oregon Symphony Waterfront Concert and Festival is your chance to see some of Portland's most beloved performers and musicians for free. This event includes performances by the Oregon Symphony as well as a … [Read more...] about Oregon Symphony Waterfront Concert and Festival
Free Geek Block Party
Support Portland's digital access nonprofit at the Free Geek Block Party. Free Geek is a local nonprofit that provides digital access to the most vulnerable populations in our community. The organization collects more than a million pounds of e-waste each year. Staff and volunteers refurbish … [Read more...] about Free Geek Block Party
Pix Patisserie’s Movies at Dusk
Watch a movie al fresco at a French pastry shop and tapas bar in Portland. Pix Patisserie's Movies at Dusk is back with 13 screenings this summer. Since 2001, Pix Pâtisserie has brought a little slice of France to its shop on East Burnside. Taste and savor innovative and traditional French … [Read more...] about Pix Patisserie’s Movies at Dusk
Get Free LEGO Red Brick Model During LEGO’s 90th Anniversary
LEGO is celebrating its 90th anniversary by giving out a special freebie to fans of the brick construction toys. LEGO sets and models were a huge part of many of our childhoods. Some of us may still enjoy the challenge of building a new structure brick by brick. Here's how the young and the … [Read more...] about Get Free LEGO Red Brick Model During LEGO’s 90th Anniversary
The Great Oregon Steam-Up
The Great Oregon Steam-Up is a celebration of Oregon’s history and the machines that helped grow the state. Travel back in time with your friends and family during this festival. For the past 52 years, the Steam-Up has been a fun, unique, and educational family event. About 15,000 people from … [Read more...] about The Great Oregon Steam-Up
Ridgefield Sausage Festival
Link up at the Ridgefield Sausage Festival July 8 and 9. The annual family-friendly event features food vendors, a bier garden, live entertainment, shopping, and kids' activities. Food options include sausages available in mild or spicy, boiled or grilled, smoked and grilled chicken, … [Read more...] about Ridgefield Sausage Festival
The Big Float X at Waterfront Park
Bring your favorite floatie to the 10th and final year of The Big Float at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. The Big Float is a celebration of the Willamette River. The annual event benefits the Human Access Project, a local nonprofit that helps people connect with their river. Here are the … [Read more...] about The Big Float X at Waterfront Park
Dash for Doughnuts at the Fremont Fun Run
Enjoy a fun jog through the neighborhood and get a tasty treat for your achievement during the Fremont Fun Run. The Beaumont Business Association is hosting a 3k fun run with obstacles through the Beaumont Village. This neighborhood's main drag is Fremont Street, which has a bunch of great … [Read more...] about Dash for Doughnuts at the Fremont Fun Run
Wildwood Welcome Party at Forest Park
Head to Forest Park for a special outdoor celebration. Wildwood Welcome Party is a free event open to all. The Forest Park Conservancy has a variety of experiences planned for people of all skill levels, including family-friendly activities. Enjoy yoga in the park, ivy basket weaving, a … [Read more...] about Wildwood Welcome Party at Forest Park
Summer Solstice Celebration at Leach Botanical Garden
Celebrate the summer solstice at one of Portland's best outdoor escapes. Head to Leach Botanical Garden for fun activities and time spent together in nature. Leach Botanical Garden is a natural oasis nestled in Southeast Portland. The 16-acre estate features more than 2,000 plant species growing … [Read more...] about Summer Solstice Celebration at Leach Botanical Garden
Free Bollywood Party at Shute Park
Ever wanted to be part of a Bollywood musical? Head to Shute Park this week for an interactive Bollywood dance party. The event is hosted by Mumbai native, DJ Prashant, an ex-Intel engineer turned DJ who founded his own dance company and tours nightclubs across the U.S. Here's how you … [Read more...] about Free Bollywood Party at Shute Park
Rose City Reunion Concert with the Oregon Symphony
This event is not taking place in 2023. After two years of hosting virtual and at-home activities, the Portland Rose Festival is commencing its in-person citywide celebrations with a free outdoor concert featuring the Oregon Symphony. The Portland Rose Festival is back with all your … [Read more...] about Rose City Reunion Concert with the Oregon Symphony
Great Wolf Lodge: Save Up to 43% During Your Stay
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Looking for a getaway with your family? Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound in Centralia, Washington, is offering discounts on weekday stays throughout the winter and spring. Never been to Great Wolf Lodge? It is a chain of family resorts, each with its own indoor water park. Locations also have … [Read more...] about Great Wolf Lodge: Save Up to 43% During Your Stay
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
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
Volunteer from Home Activities for Portland Nonprofits
Looking to give back on MLK Day? Or maybe you're interested in finding a new way to help our community this year. With many in-person opportunities cancelled, nonprofits have developed volunteer from home activities as a way for us to continue giving back to the organizations who support the … [Read more...] about Volunteer from Home Activities for Portland Nonprofits
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
102 Cheap and Easy DIY 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 DIY Halloween Costumes
Outdoor Skating at Oaks Amusement Park
This is your chance to see Oaks Amusement Park like never before. Rose City Rollers, Portland's roller derby league, is hosting outdoor skating on the open, paved grounds of the park. Since the pandemic, Oaks Amusement Park has been closed to the public. Rose City Rollers came up with a creative … [Read more...] about Outdoor Skating at Oaks Amusement Park
Farm Safari with Pumpkin Donuts at Plumper Pumpkin Patch
Want to take a drive to the countryside with your family? Take a trip to Plumper Pumpkin Patch to view all of their adorable farm animals and snack on some delicious treats. Farm Safari at Plumper Pumpkin Patch is giving you the opportunity to drive up, get some pumpkin donuts, and enjoy the … [Read more...] about Farm Safari with Pumpkin Donuts at Plumper Pumpkin Patch
Portland Parks and Recreation Launches Stay and Play Video Series
Portland Parks and Recreation offers so many fun programs at their community centers and parks throughout the city. Since their facilities and gathering places are temporarily closed, the city department is looking for new ways to engage with our community. Portland Parks and Recreation has … [Read more...] about Portland Parks and Recreation Launches Stay and Play Video Series
Get Creative with Trail Blazers Color for a Cause
For all the sports fans out here, the NBA season came to an abrupt halt due to stay-at-home orders across the country. Moda Health and the Trail Blazers are teaming up to let you and your family show your Rip City spirit and support our community. Color for a Cause features Trail Blazers coloring … [Read more...] about Get Creative with Trail Blazers Color for a Cause
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s EduHam at Home Virtual School Program
To help keep kids on track, Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History have launched EduHam at Home. This virtual school program allows students to create their own original pieces using history as their inspiration. EduHam at Home is an extension of the Hamilton … [Read more...] about Lin-Manuel Miranda’s EduHam at Home Virtual School Program
Students Get Rosetta Stone Free for Three Months
Rosetta Stone is making it easier than ever for students to learn a new language. The language learning software is offering students free access for three months. As a thank-you for social distancing, Rosetta Stone is giving students K-12 open access to 24 languages. They’ll learn through … [Read more...] about Students Get Rosetta Stone Free for Three Months
Calling All Harry Potter Fans! New Website Brings Hogwarts to You
Beloved Young Adult author J.K Rowling is bringing magic to your new daily life with Harry Potter At Home. This project is designed to cast a Banishing Charm on boredom through interactive games and access to the book series. The new website is a free online collection of child-friendly activities, … [Read more...] about Calling All Harry Potter Fans! New Website Brings Hogwarts to You
Get Two Free Kids’ Meals at Burger King with Purchase
Between work, taking care of kids who are out of school and the news changing daily, it can be hard to make meal times a priority. Burger King is making feeding the kids a little easier with a limited time offer. From March 23 to April 6, the fast food chain is offering customers two free … [Read more...] about Get Two Free Kids’ Meals at Burger King with Purchase
Take Your Family on the Kenton Rainbow Hunt
Looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon with your family? The Kenton neighborhood in North Portland is hosting a fun, outdoor hunt for rainbows. This Kenton Rainbow Hunt is inspired by Italians making rainbow banners to show solidarity with their neighbors during their shelter in place. Out … [Read more...] about Take Your Family on the Kenton Rainbow Hunt
Displaced Students Get Free U-Haul Self-Storage
A growing number of Portland area universities are closing campuses and switching to online instruction. As a result, U-Haul is prepared for an early spring moving rush and has stepped up to help. U-Haul is offering 30 days of free self-storage at U-Haul-owned and -operated facilities to … [Read more...] about Displaced Students Get Free U-Haul Self-Storage
Laughing Planet: Free Kids Meal for MAP Families
Statewide school closures have been announced for Oregon and Washington. In response, this local cafe is offering to give a meal to children who need it most. Laughing Planet Cafe announced on Facebook that they will offer free kids meals to children who qualify for Meal Assistance … [Read more...] about Laughing Planet: Free Kids Meal for MAP Families
Stream Movies for Free with Your Library Card
Stream Movies and TV Shows for Free Libraries have so much more than books. Cultural passes let you explore Portland for free. Community events offer endless entertainment and reading programs give you wonderful prizes. The best part is all of these services are completely free to library card … [Read more...] about Stream Movies for Free with Your Library Card
Second Sunday Savings at Portland Children’s Museum
Stay and Play During Portland Children's Museum Discount Day The Portland Children's Museum is a treat all year long. Located right next to the Oregon Zoo and Washington Park, it is at the epicenter of Portland attractions. The best time to visit the is on the second Sunday of the month … [Read more...] about Second Sunday Savings at Portland Children’s Museum
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
How to Go Plastic Free in Portland
Zero Waste Can Save You Money There's been a lot of talk in Portland about plastic lately. Since China has stopped buying our mixed paper and plastic scraps, we've seen as much as a 10 percent increase in our garbage bills. On the flip side, we've also seen a movement toward using less plastic. … [Read more...] about How to Go Plastic Free in Portland
My Portland Home-Buying Experience
Six Firsthand Tips for Buying a Home in Portland Last week, NerdWallet published an article about a couple's Portland home-buying experience. Oh boy, the response brutal. The last name of the home buyers caught the eyes of a lot of readers, who jumped to the conclusion that these people are … [Read more...] about My Portland Home-Buying Experience
Biking Accessories You Actually Need in Portland
Limit your bike accessories to only the necessities So, you’ve managed to lay your hands on a velocipede and you’re raring to go pedaling around Bridgetown. Awesome! Besides common sense, possibly a bike map, a water bottle, and a good lock, what do you need to consider yourself fully equipped for … [Read more...] about Biking Accessories You Actually Need in Portland
FREE Young Eagles Flights for Kids Ages 8-17 in Oregon
Post by Emily Let your kids take flight! Does your child have his or her head in the clouds? Now the rest of their body can join them on a FREE flight designed just for kids. For the past 25 years the EAA Young Eagles program has been giving children ages 8-17 the opportunity to fly for FREE. … [Read more...] about FREE Young Eagles Flights for Kids Ages 8-17 in Oregon
Teach Your Child to Save
National Credit Union Youth Month 2017 from CUNA on Vimeo. April 28 is Teach Your Children to Save Day. In celebration, teach your child to save by taking advantage of the many valuable resources provided by local credit unions. #OnPointSaver Contest Through April 30, teens ages 13 to … [Read more...] about Teach Your Child to Save
Cheap PDX Events for Preschoolers
Join Portland Families at Cheap PDX Events for Preschoolers Need to get out of the house with your little one? Portland has the right event for you. Whether your child is 0 or 6, below are budget-friendly weekly classes for every preschool age. Baby & Me Yoga—Southeast Ages 6 weeks to … [Read more...] about Cheap PDX Events for Preschoolers
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