Best Kid-Friendly Activities in Aurora, OR

Top family-friendly events, parks, and activities for kids in Aurora, OR. Storytime, playgrounds, classes, and more.

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2026 HeART of Portland: A Portland Public Schools K-12 Arts Showcase Opening Celebration

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 16, 1:30 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Portland Art Museum, Mark Building · 1119 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, Portland, OR

Event overview Celebrate the extraordinary work of student artists and over a decade of citywide funding for K-12 arts education! The Portland Art Museum is proud to partner with Portland Public Schools to host the 2026 HeART of Portland: A Portland Public Schools K-12 Arts Showcase. This annual...

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Queer Youth Club

Tue, Jun 23, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Albina Library · 3605 NE 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97212, Portland, OR

A safe place where ALL are welcome to be themselves. Find support, eat snacks, get creative, discuss favorite books, and more! Bring a friend, or make a new one. For grades 5-8. Queer Youth Club is a youth-run club for that unites LGBTQIA+ and allied youth from neighboring schools. Email...

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Toddler Storytime

Starts in 9 hrs · Tue, Apr 14, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Holgate Library · 7905 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, OR 97206, Portland, OR · Ages Up to 5

Toddlers are busy—busy learning and growing. Storytime with your toddler is the perfect time to listen, learn, sing, move and play together. The stories are short and the activities are fun! Toddler Storytime is 20 to 30 minutes in length. It is designed for children ages 1.5-3 years old. Tickets...

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Marilynne Robinson: Home, Lila, and Jack

Tomorrow · Thu, Apr 16, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Literary Arts · Portland, OR

The three novels in this seminar all overlap in time and space with the mid-twentieth-century world of Gilead, while offering whole other stories and lives that offer perspectives on the great themes of race and racism, faith and family, punishment and reconciliation, love and loss and forgiveness..

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Earth Month Volunteer Day at Luuwit View Park

In 2 days · Thu, Apr 16, 4:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Luuwit View Park · NE 127th Avenue and NE Fremont Street Portland, OR 97230, Portland, OR

Volunteer with us! We care for the Earth every day, but we invite you to celebrate the start of Earth Month and the return of spring with us by nurturing your connection to the land. Spend your morning with us and help kick off our first volunteer ev

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Tales to Tails

Tomorrow · Wed, Apr 15, 11:30 PM–11:45 PM UTC · Garden Home Community Library · 7475 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR

Read to a certified therapy dog in a stress-free environment! Sign-up for a 20-minute reading session. This program will help improve your child's reading skills and they get to make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. The dogs and handlers are from Dove Lewis Portland Area Canine...

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Cloud Forest Washington Park Volunteer Event

In 3 days · Fri, Apr 17, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Washington Park · Head of SW Park Place Portland, OR 97210, Portland, OR

Help improve and care for the Cloud Forest in Washington Park! We will spend the morning removing undesirable plants, hand-weeding, and other gardening tasks. Volunteers of all skills and abilities are welcome. No previous experience is required; PP&

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Makerspace Open Lab

Wed, Apr 15, 12:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Tualatin Public Library · 18878 SW Martinazzi Ave, Tualatin, OR

Makerspace Open Labs are for anyone who wants to check out the space and use our equipment to make cool things. Room assistants are available to guide you in the basic use of the tools and technology. Come in with an idea and leave with a finished project! For more information about the Makerspace..

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Mariachi Woodburn

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Midland Library · 805 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233, Portland, OR

La banda de mariachi de Woodburn High School toca música tradicional de mariachi en español e inglés. Woodburn High School Mariachi Band performs traditional Mariachi music in Spanish and English.

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Chuck E. Cheese Birthday Party Packages

Happening now · Mar 12 – Jun 10 · Chuck E. Cheese Beaverton · 4145 SW 110th Ave., Beaverton, OR

Birthday Fun Package starting at $99.99 for 6 kids. Includes 2 hours of gameplay, unlimited soft drinks, party hats, decorated table, and birthday show. Mega and Ultimate upgrade packages available.

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Lents Park - Walker Stadium

Lents Park - Walker Stadium · SE 92nd Avenue and Holgate Blvd Portland, OR 97266, Portland, OR

In March 2015, Rose City Baseball, LLC, Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R), and the Portland Development Commission (PDC) announced that baseball is returning to the City of Portland with a new college wood-bat team based in east Portland. The City a

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Pee Wee’s Big Adventure

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 19, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Portland Art Museum · 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, Portland, OR

Pee-wee’s Big Adventure (1985) Directed by Tim Burton. 1hr 30min. Rated PG When given the green light to make his first Pee-wee Herman movie, Paul Reubens began writing a remake of his favorite childhood film, Pollyanna. But when a 1947 Schwinn Racer bike suddenly appeared outside his Warner Bros...

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Teen Poetry Contest: Haiku (Virtual)

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 18, 12:00 AM–12:00 AM UTC · Beaverton City Library · 12375 SW Fifth St, Beaverton, OR · Ages 10–17

April is National Poetry Month! Submit a haiku poem for a chance to win a gift certificate to The Book Corner. Full guidelines and an entry form will be available at www.BeavertonLibrary.org/TeenWriting. Grades 6-12.

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Teen Volunteer Club

In 2 days · Thu, Apr 16, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Sherwood Public Library · 22560 SW Pine St, Sherwood, OR · Ages 10–17

Welcome teens 7th-12th grade who want to make a difference in their community through the library! We are a dedicated group of youth who seek to improve the library for all. Projects include: Decorating the library for the seasons Creating fun craft kits for kids to Take (home) & Make Book displays.

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Brooklyn Carreta Bar & Carts

Brooklyn Carreta Bar & Carts · Portland, OR

Offering just about anything you could ask for from a food cart pod, Brooklyn Carreta has an expansive covered seating area, a full bar, a coffee shop, a pinball room — and a wide variety of carts serving delicious food, of course.

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Spring in the Forest Paint Workshop

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 18, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Northwest Library · 2300 NW Thurman St, Portland, OR 97210, Portland, OR

Step into a lush spring forest through painting. In this trauma-informed, wellness-based workshop, participants will be gently guided to create their own blossoming tree scene on canvas using acrylic paints. The class emphasizes relaxation, mindfulness, and self-expression, making it an ideal...

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Normandale Park - Erv Lind Stadium

Normandale Park - Erv Lind Stadium · NE 57th Avenue and Hassalo Street Portland, OR 97213, Portland, OR

Built in 1948, the stadium was named in honor of Erv Lind on July 16, 1965, a year after his death. A well-known local florist, he was also the coach and manager of Portland's best known women's softball team, the Erv Lind Florists, for 28 years, lea

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Rose City Futsal – Northeast

Rose City Futsal – Northeast · Portland, OR

Whether developing your skills on the court, dining at Clive’s Public House, or shopping for gear at the Far Post Soccer Supply Company, Rose City Futsal is a fun place to play and enjoy the heart of the game.

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Book Babies/Libros para bebés

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 19, 5:15 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Hillsboro Public Library, Shute Park Library · 775 SE 10th Ave, Hillsboro, OR · Ages Up to 12

Babies and their grownups are invited to share nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs and a simple book while making new friends and developing early literacy skills. Includes unstructured playtime. For ages 0 to 12 months. Weekly on Sundays.

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The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts

The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts · Portland, OR

Formed in 1993, this nonprofit is one of the largest children’s theater companies on the West Coast. Since 2023, they've called The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts home — this flexible venue comprises a variety of stages, studios and other spaces.

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Portland Escape Rooms

Portland Escape Rooms · 1836 NE 7th Ave, Suite 108 Portland OR 97212, Portland, OR

Escape room Arcade by Portland Escape Rooms in Portland on worldofescapes.com. Description, photos, reviews, contacts, schedule and online booking. Groups of 2-12 players.

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Follow the Reader

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 18, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Gregory Heights Library · 7921 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213, Portland, OR · Ages 10–17

Practice your new reading skills! Each week you'll listen to a story, practice reading with a teen volunteer. This program is especially for kindergartners to second graders. Register here .

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Garden Glaze: Stoneware Workshop 4/24

Happening now · Mar 16 – Jun 14 · Color Me Mine Clackamas · 8428 SE Sunnyside Rd, Clackamas, OR

🌿 Garden Glaze: Spring Stoneware Workshop 🌸 Celebrate the beauty of spring and bring a little garden magic to your pottery! In this special Garden Glaze Stoneware Class , you’ll explore the art of layering beautiful stoneware glazes inspired by nature. During this hands-on workshop, our instructors

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Portland Saturday Market

Portland Saturday Market · Portland, OR

Combining an arts show, a live street concert and an open-air bazaar, this riverside market has been a beloved Portland tradition since 1974. The largest arts-and-crafts fair in the country is open Saturdays and Sundays from March to Christmas Eve.

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Game Jam! // Design a Video Game Using Stop Motion Animation (ages 11 – 15) – SOLD OUT

Jul 6 – Jul 10 · Pam Cut · 934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR, 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 11–15

Camp overview Step inside a game studio and build a world together. Guided by teaching artist and game designer Ian Levesque, campers will work in teams modeled after an indie game studio to develop an exploration-based video game from concept to prototype. Working as a creative team, youth will...

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Peninsula Park Community Center

Peninsula Park Community Center · 700 N Rosa Parks Way Portland, OR 97217, Portland, OR

Peninsula Park Community Center is open Monday through Saturday. Contact information and hours are listed on the menu to the right on a computer or at the bottom of the page if using a mobile device.

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Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe para Bebés - Bilingual Book Babies

In 2 weeks · Fri, May 1, 5:15 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Troutdale Library · 2451 SW Cherry Park Rd, Troutdale, OR 97060, Portland, OR · Ages Up to 5

Acompáñenos en esta serie de horas de cuentos bilingües para bebés de 0 a 12 meses. Tendremos canciones, rimas, y libros ilustrados divertidos seguidos de un tiempo especial para jugar y socializar. La asistencia es limitada y está disponible por orden de llegada....

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Salem Public Library

Salem Public Library · 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR

Salem Public Library is a public central library in Salem, OR. Open 2,403 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 91,148 square feet.

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Stoller Family Estate

Stoller Family Estate · Portland, OR

The largest vineyard in Oregon’s Dundee Hills belongs to Stoller Family Estate, where they have created award-winning wines for the past 50 years. Stop in for a taste, or stay awhile in a guest house on the vineyard.

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AANHPI: J Chen Project's AAPI Heroes

Sat, May 16, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Midland Library · 805 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233, Portland, OR

Join us for an inspiring performance from the J Chen Project , a dance company based in New York City. Follow young explorer Kai on a journey across time. Meet iconic figures who blazed trails through history. Made possible by The National Endowment for the Humanities Fund of The Library Foundation.

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Kern Park

Kern Park · SE 67th Avenue and Center Street Portland, OR 97206, Portland, OR

Kern Park, located in Southeast Portland's Foster-Powell neighborhood, is about one and half acres and features a basketball court, play equipment, and a ball field.

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PAM CUT’s Summer Camp 2026

Jun 15 – Aug 22 · Pam Cut · 934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR, 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 8–10

PAM CUT’s Summer Camp 2026 is the hub for media arts magic, with camps for ages 8–10 and 11–14 in stop-motion and digital animation, world-building, DJing, comics and zines, and more.

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Oregon Holocaust Memorial

Oregon Holocaust Memorial · SW Washington Way and Wright Avenue Portland, OR 97204, Portland, OR

The Oregon Holocaust Memorial was dedicated on August 29, 2004. The memorial features a stone bench adorned with wrought-iron gating, screened from the street by rhododendron bushes. The bench sits behind a circular, cobblestoned area - simulating a

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Mahjong at the Library

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 27, 8:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Troutdale Library · 2451 SW Cherry Park Rd, Troutdale, OR 97060, Portland, OR

Come play American Mahjong at the library and connect with community! Experienced players are invited to join our fun and friendly group. Be sure to bring your current National Mah Jongg League cards .