FEATURED EVENTS | Kids Out and About Portland

FEATURED EVENTS

Chrysanthemum Festival 2026

November 5-22, 2026 | Join us in celebrating the vibrant beauty and cultural significance of chrysanthemums, perfectly timed with the traditional Chinese Double Ninth Festival. Highlights include a floral design showcase and illuminated evenings by the glow of Lake Zither.
Dates: 
11/06/2026
11/07/2026
11/08/2026
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Location: 
Lan Su Chinese Garden, Northwest Everett Street, Portland, OR, USA
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Portland Book Festival 2026

From November 2 to 8, the Rose City welcomes readers, writers, artists, musicians, chefs, and storytellers to the heart of Portland for a week of conversations, performances, workshops, dinners, and unexpected experiences inspired by books and storytelling. The festival’s largest gathering takes place on November 7 with more than 100 local, regional, and nationally acclaimed authors gathering for Portland Book Festival in the South Park Blocks.
Dates: 
11/06/2026
11/07/2026
11/08/2026
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Location: 
Downtown Portland, Portland, OR, USA
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Snowman Celebraton! | Red Sled Market

Saturday, November 7 | Join us for a Snowman Celebration at the Red Sled Market! Bring the whole family for a day of cozy holiday fun—enjoy snowman-themed crafts for kids, sweet snowman treats, and plenty of hot cocoa to warm your hands and heart. Test your luck with our “Guess the Snowballs” game, shop unique snowmen creations, and soak in the festive winter magic. It’s a warm and whimsical holiday event you won’t want to miss!
Dates: 
11/07/2026
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Location: 
7075 Southwest Nyberg Street, Tualatin, OR 97062, United States
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Nordic Vintage & Treasure Sale at Nordic Northwest

November 6 & 7 | Step into a world of discovery at Nordic Northwest’s Annual Vintage Sale! This beloved event is your chance to uncover Nordic antiques, vintage décor, collectibles, books, and unique treasures you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a curious first-time visitor, or just love the thrill of finding something special, the Vintage Sale offers something for everyone. Come explore, hunt for hidden gems, and maybe even take home a piece of Nordic history. All proceeds help support Nordic Northwest’s cultural programs and community events. Unless you are a member wanting to attend the member-only hours, there's no need to register, just show up and have fun!
Dates: 
11/06/2026
11/07/2026
Times vary--please see website
Location: 
Nordic Northwest, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223, United States
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Art in the Burbs 2026

November 7th & 8th | Our annual art show and sale is organized by The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools. Every year, over 90 juried artists feature a cross section of high-quality handmade goods, available for sale over the course of a single weekend in the fall.
Dates: 
11/07/2026
11/08/2026
10 am - 5 pm
Location: 
Tigard High School, Southwest Durham Road, Tigard, OR, USA
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Milagro presents Marigolds y Memorias

October 14 - November 8 | Marigolds y Memorias is an original devised production inspired by the traveling carpa tradition, in which humor, music, and storytelling come together in a vibrant theatrical journey. Guided by an elder, a younger generation learns to build an altar, the heart of Día de Muertos, discovering the meaning behind each of its elements, from candles and marigolds to photographs, ofrendas, and cherished recuerdos. Through song, dance, and short theatrical vignettes, the altar gradually takes shape as an act of remembrance and cultural inheritance, inviting audiences to consider how traditions are taught, how memory is kept alive, and what is carried forward when we share rituals across generations.
Dates: 
11/06/2026
11/07/2026
11/08/2026
Showtimes vary
Location: 
Milagro, 525 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97214, United States
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FREE Letter from Santa, mailed to your child - Santamailer.com **ORDER BY DEC 12!

Get a letter from Santa mailed to your child: a personalized letter from the North Pole with your child's name, mailed in a hand-addressed envelope. The letter is free; you cover $6.99 shipping. Want the real thing? Upgrade to a handwritten letter from Santa, written start to finish by a real person with a pen ($39.99, shipping included). Order by December 12.
Dates: 
11/06/2026
11/07/2026
11/08/2026
12:00am
Location: 
Online Only
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