Six Ideas for Summer Break 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 completely free and inexpensive options. These activities take place every week and some every day. Make it a whole summer of fun by planning these … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Summer Activities for Kids
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Portland 4th of July Fireworks, Parades and Celebrations
Have a Spectacular 4th of July in Portland Instead of shelling out a bunch of money to buy your own fireworks, enjoy cheap and free Portland 4th of July events. Many of the events listed below have a whole day of fun activities, games, live music and entertainment your whole family will … [Read more...] about Portland 4th of July Fireworks, Parades and Celebrations
Dungeness Crabbing on Free Public Docks
Your Guide to Oregon Dungeness Crabbing By Wendy Leigh King crab from Alaska gets a lot of supermarket shelf space, but remember we have some pretty plentiful pots of crustacean gold right here in the waters of Oregon. Not only is Dungeness crabbing from public docks super easy – it’s also … [Read more...] about Dungeness Crabbing on Free Public Docks
Free Summer Reading Programs for Kids, Teens and Adults
Looking for a fun reading program to keep your kids on track this summer? Or maybe you are looking to keep yourself on top of new releases and the classics. Portland libraries and national companies offer prizes for kids, teens and adults. Find the right summer reading program for your … [Read more...] about Free Summer Reading Programs for Kids, Teens and Adults
Free Summer Movies in the Parks
Free Flicks for Cool Summer Nights The Portland metro has an abundance of summertime movies in local parks. Scroll through the list below to find Portland's movies in the parks along with Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, Oregon City and Gresham movie series. Make the … [Read more...] about Free Summer Movies in the Parks
Free Father’s Day Weekend Activities in Portland
Take Dad on a Portland Adventure 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 Father's Day activities. It is all about … [Read more...] about Free Father’s Day Weekend Activities in Portland
Free Cooking Classes, Food Tours and Tastings
Fun Food Experiences for Everyone Food classes and culinary experiences are expensive. In Portland, we live in an incredible food mecca with all the fancy ingredients that don't live in our cupboards. Sure, it's cool to learn to make Sushi or take a course on knife skills so you can turn a radish … [Read more...] about Free Cooking Classes, Food Tours and Tastings
Sunday Parkways: A Family-Friendly Mobile Block Party
Take to the Streets for Free Fun Every year, Portland Bureau of Transportation opens Portland streets for Sunday Parkways. This summer program lets bikers and walkers stroll their neighborhoods together like one big mobile block party. It is family friendly and always draws big crowds of … [Read more...] about Sunday Parkways: A Family-Friendly Mobile Block Party
Plant Fitness Gives Teens Free Summer Membership
Planet Fitness Teen Summer Challenge Free gym membership? Yes, please. In the last few years, Planet Fitness has been popping up all over Portland metro offering incredible deals on gym memberships. The gym's commitment to low-cost memberships is about to get even sweeter for your … [Read more...] about Plant Fitness Gives Teens Free Summer Membership
7 Portland Street Fairs You Won’t Want to Miss
Free Summertime Fun in Portland One of my favorite summertime activities in Portland is attending the totally free, family-friendly and fun neighborhood street fairs. If you're new to Portland or haven't explored the city in a while, this is a great way to get out there and see what other … [Read more...] about 7 Portland Street Fairs You Won’t Want to Miss
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