Get Out & Play! July Events

While back-to-school is just around the corner, the summer is not over yet! August is absolutely packed with family-friendly events, festivals and performances. Check out some of our picks below and then head to our Events Calendar for even more! nwkidsmagazine.com/

Aug 4-6

Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival

The inaugural Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival is coming to Vancouver, Washington, August 4-6. Stages, popup galleries, family activities and food vendors will be available throughout downtown Vancouver and Esther Short Park. Celebrate summer with a diverse lineup of local artists and internationally recognized performers. Free vancouverartsandmusicfestival.com

Aug 4-6 & Aug 11-13

Lee Farms Sunflower Festival

Come experience this one-of-a-kind annual Sunflower Festival! Explore & learn about the many different varieties of sunflowers (+other flowers), pick your own fresh flowers & wander their 120+ acres of family farmland! Free-$25 oregonsunflowerfestival.com

Please confirm calendar events and performances as scheduling changes may occur.

Aug 5

Chinese Festival at Pioneer Courthouse Square

Head to Pioneer Courthouse Square for the 2023 Chinese Festival! Enjoy an art show, Chinese food, crafts, performances and more! 11am-6pm, Free pdxchinese.org/chinesefestival

Aug 5-6

The Great Oregon Steam-Up in Brooks

Voted “Best Annual Event” in the Willamette Valley two years straight, The Great Oregon Steam-Up is a family-friendly festival celebrating Oregon’s mechanical history in motion in spectacular fashion! See website for times and pricing antiquepowerland.com/steamup

Through Aug 6

Venardos Circus “Let’s Build a Dream” Tour at Clackamas Town Center

This season the wondrous Venardos Circus cast will take audiences on a journey under the big top as it unveils a fresh, magical and all-new experience for fans. The show features an original score, amazing performers, stunning lighting, and dazzling costumes. The 2023 Venardos Circus is traveling with a new, custom-crafted, Italian-made red-and-white striped tent that offers expanded seating around a central stage for an immersive experience. Check website for showtimes and pricing.

venardoscircus.com

Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Pop-up Picnic + Play at Sellwood Park with Sellwood Community House

Every Wednesday, SCH brings the games and crafts for all ages to Sellwood Park. Stop by to play, bring a picnic if you like and chat with them about what you would like to see offered at SCH in the future! 3-5:30pm, Free sellwoodcommunityhouse.org

Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Music Exploration with David Pollack at The Craft Factory

Join us for a children centered music class. Each week will focus on a different genre of music giving kiddos the freedom to explore and learn about all sorts of sounds. Before class begins, you can create your very own music shaker using their signature upcycled and recycled materials! 2:30pm, $10 – $15 suggested donation craftfactorypdx.com

Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

LO Summer of Music Concert

Series-Westlake Park

Head to Westlake Park each Wednesday in August for the Lake Oswego Summer of Music series! August 2 – Jackson Michelson, August 9 – Jennifer Batten & Full Steam, August 16 – Rockit Radio, August 23 –Taken by the Sky, August 30 – Foreverland. 6:30-8:30pm, Free ci.oswego.or.us/concerts/wednesdayconcert-series

Aug 11-13

Elephant Garlic Festival in North Plains

Head to Jessie Mays Community Park for a family-friendly weekend of music, food, fun and elephant garlic! See website for hours, Free funstinks.com

Aug 11-13

Washington Park Summer Festival

Visit the gorgeous Rose Garden Amphitheater for three evenings of music and fun for the whole family! 6pm, Free portland.gov/parks/arts-culture/ summer-free-all/cultural-events

Looking for more? Check out our online calendar: nwkidsmagazine.com/events