Family Friendly
Discover the best things to do in Portland with toddlers, tweens and every age in between.
Ready for the best. family. vacation. ever? Whatever you’re kids are into (science, animals, video games, the great outdoors), there are plenty of family-friendly things to do in Portland. Read on for some of our favorite family-friendly activities, and check out our events calendar for upcoming kid-friendly events.
Questions About Visiting Portland With Kids
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Kid-Friendly Attractions
Portland's family-friendly attractions provide opportunities for education and adventure.
Places to Play
Portland offers a huge variety of family-friendly arcades and gaming spaces.
Kid-Friendly Eats
There's more than enough kid-friendly grub to go around in Portland.
Kid-Friendly Breweries in Portland
In a city with so many excellent breweries, parents don't have to choose between spending time with their kids and enjoying a great pint of beer.
Kid-Friendly Dining
These family-friendly Portland restaurants combine healthy children’s menus, play areas and fun.
Ice Cream in Portland
Savor culinary creativity by the scoop at Portland's top ice cream spots, including regional chains, frozen yogurt shops and vegan options.
Shopping Fun with Kids
Kid-Friendly Activities
Rain or shine, Portland offers endless opportunities for little ones to have fun.
Our Top Picks for Families
Spirit of Halloweentown
The historic town of St. Helens, located 45 minutes from Portland, celebrates Halloween all month lo…
The Corn Maize at the Pumpkin Patch
The Corn Maize, located on Sauvie Island north of Portland, offers visitors eight acres of physical …
Howloween
The zoo provides a fun and safe setting for this Halloween tradition, where costumed trick-or-treate…
Holiday Express
Join Santa Claus and his elves for a magical ride behind the 1912 Polson #2 steam locomotive. Decora…
Seasonal Family Fun
Fall Family Fun
Apple picking, corn mazes, pumpkin patches, spooky events and more await kids every fall.
Winter Family Fun
Epic light displays, cheer-filled events and a chance of snow make winter one of Portland's most fun seasons.
Spring Family Fun
Take a break to see Portland while the entire city is blooming with spring colors and kid-friendly events.
Summer Family Fun
When the weather heats up, Portland's public spaces overflow with summer fun and outdoor activities.
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