Family events in Beaverton, OR

Come enjoy a Friday open swim just for babies and toddlers at Farber Swim School’s Beaverton location. The indoor saltwater pool is heated to about 90 degrees, and it’s a family-style swim where adults need to accompany their swimmers into the pool. Registration is for 45-minute time slots between 10:00 AM and 12:15 PM, and the cost is $4 per person.

Zoo Nights at the Oregon Zoo features a live performance by Garcia Birthday Band during an all ages evening at the zoo. Look forward to food carts, keeper chats, and activities that welcome every age group. Animal encounters offer close-up moments with wildlife, and the after-hours setting includes favorite treats like elephant ears, along with local beer and wine for adults. Stroll the forested pathways or bring a blanket for the amphitheater and enjoy the music. The band returns for its annual zoo tradition, coinciding with the Days Between. Every ticket contributes to the Oregon Zoo’s efforts to protect endangered species locally and around the globe.

Enjoy the zoo after closing with an evening of live music, food carts, keeper chats, and activities for all ages. Animal encounters offer a closer look at wildlife, and there are plenty of treats to try, including elephant ears, with local beer and wine available for adults. Stroll the forested pathways or relax on a blanket in the amphitheater while the Garcia Birthday Band provides the soundtrack for the night. Every ticket helps the Oregon Zoo protect endangered species locally and around the world. The series runs on Friday nights throughout August and suits families, friends, and date nights alike.

Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning musical brings favorite fairy tale figures to life as Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Jack from the beanstalk, and others step out of the storybook and onto the stage. Their paths cross in the woods as familiar tales intersect in a single theatrical journey.

Settle in for a free outdoor film as part of Hillsboro’s annual Pix in the Park series. Spread out on the grass with a blanket or a low-back chair and enjoy the big screen experience. Light concessions will be available for purchase, and you are welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks. English closed captions will be provided for all movies, and there will be activities to enjoy before the feature begins.

This family-friendly event features a walk, raffles, and additional activities, all in support of the Foundation for Prader-Willi Research.

Neighborhood Health Center presents an annual health fair that is free and open to everyone. This family friendly gathering offers no cost health services and useful community resources. Available services include vision screenings, blood pressure checks, dental health checks, car seat checks, and assistance with OHP insurance. Attendees can also find fresh local produce, hands on activities, information from community organizations, and free gifts and prizes. No appointment is needed and no insurance is required. Sponsors include CareOregon, Trillium, Washington County Public Health, Doernbecher Children's Hospital/OHSU, and Dave's Killer Bread.

At the DoubleTree Hotel Portland, this fan-focused expo offers a full day of video games, Pokémon cards, pop culture and other collectibles. Vendors will set up in a swap meet style environment and will buy, sell and trade with the public. Attendees bringing items to trade should limit what they carry to one backpack per person. Those with more to sell or trade can reserve a vendor table for $120. Two rooms are planned, with one dedicated mainly to gaming and the other centered on Pokémon cards. Alongside video games, vendors have featured toys, comics, plush, fan art, posters, vintage clothing and sports cards, creating a wide mix for collectors and casual browsers alike. Tickets are available online or in person at the SideQuest Games store. Pricing is $10 per adult when purchased in advance and $15 per adult on the day of the event. Children under 12 attend free with a paid adult.

Spend a relaxed day on the Grant House lawn with lawn games, face painting, and live entertainment. The festivities coincide with Washington Museum Day, and Providence Academy and Marshall House will be open for free guided tours. Bring a picnic or snacks if you like, and enjoy sweet treats on site from Ice Cream Cart Co. and SourPuss Lemonade. Parking is available in public lots along E. Evergreen Blvd. and Fort Vancouver Way, with additional parking at the Clark Public Utilities building at the corner of Mill Plain and Fort Vancouver Way.

Centennial Farmers Market features a lively mix of locally grown foods, artisan products, and unique finds from neighborhood makers. Browse the stalls, support local businesses, and enjoy a bite from the food carts. It offers an easy, energizing start to the day with a welcoming community feel.

Marking its 20th year, the Unitus Community Credit Union Latino Community Festival brings a spirited celebration to Hillsboro Ballpark, home to the Hillsboro Hops, champions in professional baseball. Hosted by the City of Hillsboro, the festival brings together nearly 10,000 people to explore dynamic areas featuring entertainment, art, local businesses, and opportunities to connect. This milestone celebration offers an inviting way to experience Latin culture and community at its best.

A relaxed Sunday option for families features kids ages 8 to 17 throwing for free when they are with an adult who purchases a throw, and the offer is available throughout open hours. It suits family time, birthdays, and a casual Sunday outing. Sundays also include Music Bingo and barbecue available all day from Fat Baby Barbecue. You can reserve a lane in advance, and walk-in spots may be available if there is space. Marking Interested can help you remember it.

The 503rd Spotted Owl hosts an open field day at Camille Park, offering a relaxed opportunity to see what the group is about and ask questions. Families and prospective scouts are welcome to stop by and learn more. For inquiries, email 503rdspottedowl@gmail.com.

Camp Bow Wow Hillsboro offers small-group puppy training designed to build confidence, manners, and everyday skills. Over five consecutive weeks for $199, pet parents and their pups practice essential cues like sit, down, stay, leave it, drop it, and come when called, plus an introduction to loose-leash walking. Class size is limited to four dogs to keep sessions focused and supportive. Enrollment includes a complimentary evaluation with the trainer to confirm the group format is the right fit. The series helps strengthen communication, encourage polite behavior, and support early socialization in a structured setting.

The Round in Beaverton hosts the free, all-ages Concerts in the Round series for a relaxed summer evening of live music and community fun. GHD Band brings a high-energy blend of funk, soul, pop, and dance favorites that keeps the crowd moving, with dynamic performances, skilled musicianship, and a feel-good sound that sets a festive mood. Guests can settle in with picnic blankets or chairs, connect with friends or family, and enjoy local bites while they dance or simply take in the music. Wine, beer, and cider will be available for purchase, and dogs, umbrellas, coolers, and outside alcohol are not permitted.

This free summer concert in the park features Slicker at Columbia Tech Center Nature Park. Attendees can pack a picnic and enjoy the music with the whole family.

Pack a blanket or lawn chair and snacks for a relaxed outdoor concert on the Walters lawn as Portland Opera presents a free program of music. The performance features favorite arias, art songs, and musical theater selections that capture the spirit of the season. Free for all ages, with no tickets required. If temperatures are high, the concert will be moved indoors.

Young children can spend a week immersed in Disney themed fun at Northwest Christian Church. Designed for ages 3 to 6, this preschool camp explores adventures around the globe with well loved characters through movies, games, crafts, and stories. The fee is $125. Enrollment is limited, and participants must be potty trained.

This week-long pirate-themed camp at The Movement Park welcomes students entering grades 1 through 6 to grow from green sailors into confident buccaneers. Participants crack clues and puzzles to hunt for hidden treasure, scale the rigging, navigate the ship’s deck, and try to elude the notorious Davy Jones while venturing across the high seas. The experience is packed with action, discovery, and plenty of pirate adventure. Tuition is $300 for Early Bird and $350 for Standard, with registration for the full week only. Online registration is available.

For a limited run, Porsche Studio Portland becomes Shifting Realities, an expansive immersive art experience where technology, design, storytelling, music, and human imagination converge. Move through a series of interactive worlds where each space encourages you to explore, participate, and create. Admission activities include configuring your ideal Porsche, making art guided by your own brainwaves, stepping into mixed reality, chasing personal records on professional racing simulators, dancing with Porsche inspired motion, decorating a pastry of your own, discovering environments crafted with light, sound, and projection mapping, and capturing standout photos throughout. Each visit can unfold differently as installations and programming evolve. The experience grows over time with themed weeks, live performances, racing competitions, creator showcases, World Cup programming, family activities, music focused moments, and special guest activations that keep things fresh. It works for date nights, family outings, or creative adventures with friends, and it is family friendly. A café and boutique are available on site. Contributing artists and creators include AMPHORA PROJECTS, LCAMERO, JOOLIA, BLCKSMTH, Kelly Max, Tracey Piper, Phil A. Robinson Jr., Brian Free, Brock Keen, John Delos Reyes, and Eddy Nunez, alongside additional collaborators across art, design, technology, and immersive creation.

Board the Hogwarts Express from Platform 9 3/4 and travel to the Leaky Teapot for a wizarding tea filled with classes, house spirit, and shared tables. This is a community table experience with seating in groups of ten, much like the long tables in the Great Hall. Classes start at the top of each hour in line with your ticket, and tardiness may cost your house valuable points. Show your house pride and boost your score by arriving in wizard attire and brushing up for quizzes. The house with the highest total will have its banner displayed in the tearoom for the year. For everyone’s comfort, love potions and fragrances are not permitted on the train or at the destination. Tuition fees are due at the time of registration, and any dietary needs for the house elves should be shared when you submit your acceptance letter reservation.

The final Kids Summer Playdates session takes off with Rocket Launch Lab, a space-themed experience filled with science, creativity, and exploration. Children who dream of being astronauts or scientists can dive into sensory play and hands-on STEM activities that spark curiosity about the cosmos. Highlights include a space craft workshop, a station for making galaxy slime, build-your-own space sensory bottles, and a simple experiment lab inspired by space. It serves as a cheerful sendoff to summer and encourages young explorers to imagine what awaits beyond the stars.

At the 1st Street Dining Commons, visitors can browse a rotating selection of free books for all ages and take home favorites to keep. Options range from breezy summer reads to children’s titles and unexpected discoveries. Supplies are limited and the collection changes each week. Pair a visit with coffee or lunch from nearby downtown businesses and relax in the heart of downtown Beaverton. Hosted by the Beaverton Downtown Association, whose ongoing efforts activate the Dining Commons and build community.

At Magnolia Park, this Art in the Park session blends storytelling and hands-on creativity for elementary and middle school children. Each Hillsboro event is guided by a carefully chosen library book that anchors a free art lesson. The story is read in Spanish by Rocio Espinoza-Cotero of the Hillsboro Public Library, then read in English by Barbara Mason. Afterward, kids make art inspired by the book’s themes. Every participant goes home with a take-home kit that includes an age-appropriate book from the library and a free coloring book created by Golden Road Arts.

Bring your baby to a Baby Only Open Gym session designed for ages 3 months to 1 year 11 months, so the youngest My Gymers can enjoy the space without any big kids around. Caregivers and babies will have a super clean, playful gym area to explore during a 50-minute session. Staff will have age-appropriate toys and equipment available, and this isn’t a structured class with instruction. Pre-registration is required, and caregivers must provide parental supervision on the gym floor. Please come prepared with your own socks to play.

A beginner-friendly makerspace workshop introduces the Cricut machine and Cricut Design Space with hands-on activities. Experiment with cutting and drawing features as you build simple projects. Space and equipment are limited. Open to all ages.

Music on Main welcomes audiences of all ages for a public concert with The Bundy Band. These longtime collaborators draw inspiration from New Orleans and the Pacific Northwest, moving from jazz-centered sets to unexpected turns into John Prine. Their repertoire can include traditional New Orleans jazz, second line brass grooves, funk, and standards, plus originals that nod to Humanzees and Han Solo, along with covers from artists such as Charles Wright, The Band, and Phish. Fleschner on organ, Savage on flute, and Bundy experimenting with pedal-enhanced clarinet often steer the sound into surprising territory. Seating is first come, first served, and no tickets are required.

Venardos Circus presents a theatrical, animal-free circus production at The Lot at Zidell Yards, staged inside a custom red and white striped tent that evokes the classic traveling show. Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos (veh-NARR-dos), the performance blends circus artistry with a Broadway sensibility, showcasing aerialists, acrobats, jugglers, hand balancers, comedic performers, daredevils, magicians, and additional specialty acts. Doors open one hour before showtime for preshow entertainment and photo opportunities. Concessions include favorites like popcorn, cotton candy, and house-made all-natural pink lemonade. The main performance runs approximately 90 minutes with a brief intermission. Onsite parking is available for $10.

Created to inspire little ones, this one day camp is hosted by older dancers who act as supportive big-sister style guides throughout the day. Campers enjoy dance activities, craft projects, and imaginative games, with an emphasis on making friends and creating lasting memories. The program is a single day experience with three options for participation.

Rood Bridge Park hosts a relaxed picnic meetup with yard games and time to connect with the community. Attendees can pack a lunch and bring a DSP and a friend for an easygoing time outdoors. This gathering is open to everyone, with no requirement to use Premier support services.

Dive into the world of Oregon’s native bees through interactive science activities that spotlight these small yet powerful creatures. Discover the remarkable diversity found in the state, with more than 500 species, including mason, cuckoo, mining, longhorn, and honey bees. Enjoy kid-friendly explorations focused on bugs and bees, with plenty of chances to learn how they live and why they matter. This program is designed for children in grades K through 5.

Promoted as the largest circus on Earth, Garden Bros Nuclear Circus arrives in Portland with multiple performances at Portland International Raceway. A limited number of discounted adult general admission tickets are available online, with fees included. One child aged 3 to 13 can attend free with each paid adult general admission when a child ticket is added during purchase, and children 2 and under are admitted at no charge.

Look forward to live music, food, and a friendly community atmosphere at this weekly series. This edition spotlights Calico Bones and is part of a season lineup that also features Melts in Your Mouth Band, Kind Of A Lot, White Rhino Marimba, Awesome Fossils, Kalida, and Rachel Rogers. Friends and families can relax together with live tunes setting the mood. Musicians interested in future performances can contact Kaitlyn at kaitlynl@tigard-or.gov or 971.284.7694.

Put your jigsaw skills to the test in a speed puzzling competition hosted by @portlandpuzzleco at Hillsboro Downtown Station. Teams race to finish a 500 piece puzzle as quickly as possible, and you keep the puzzle when you are done. First place wins $100. The event welcomes all ages, and you may compete solo, as a duo, or with a team. Signing up in advance helps secure a spot, and walk ins are welcome, but extra puzzles are very limited.

Disney’s Newsies brings the real-life 1899 newsboys strike to the stage with the story of Jack Kelly, a bold leader who rallies fellow teen vendors across New York City after a publishing company raises distribution rates. Expect spirited songs, lively choreography, and a heartening focus on friendship and the power of standing together. The musical features music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and a book by Harvey Fierstein. It is based on the Disney film by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White and was originally produced on Broadway by Disney Theatrical Productions. Performances are at Deb Fennell Auditorium. Season subscribers can secure seats in advance. Support for this production is provided by Title Sponsor Harvey and Sandy Platt, with additional sponsorship from Pavelcomm and Portland Spirit.