OMSI is a center of excellence in science teaching and learning and a valued destination for the community. Founded in 1944, OMSI is ranked as one of the nation's top ten science museums and a world-class tourist attraction and educational resource that reaches 1 million people each year.
The Oregon Zoo connects our community to the wonder of wildlife to create a better future for all. Located on 64 forested acres in Portland's Washington Park, we are a hub for science, conservation, education and animal well-being delivering the highest quality of care to 165 species and subspecies.
Need a breather from a kids for a minute? Skyzone is the place to be! Sky Zone is a company that operates indoor trampoline parks, featuring wall-to-wall trampolines where people can jump, play games like dodgeball, and participate in various activities like obstacle courses, all designed for active entertainment and fun for people of all ages; essentially, it's a place to bounce around and have a high-energy experience in a controlled environment.
Want to explore a lava tube? Ape Cave is the third longest lava tube (2.5 miles long) in North America and cave temperature is 42 degrees F/5.6 degrees C year-round. Make sure to bring two sources of light per person (a cell phone light is not bright enough), sturdy shoes, warm clothing, even in warm weather.
Want to explore a forest hidden in Northwest Portland? What about taking a stroll into a Witches Castle? Then you'll want to explore Forest Park! Forest Park, at 5,200 acres, provides critical refuge for hundreds of native wildlife and plant species and acts as an important air and water filter. With more than 80 miles of trails, it also provides invaluable access to nature, exercise, and educational opportunities for the region.
Powell's City of Books is a sprawling bookish haven of more than 68,000 square feet. Visitors flock to this destination to get lost amid three color-coded floors of books while perusing an incredible selection and attending special author events.
Lasertag anyone? How about go karts? Need to get beat in bowling? Bullwinkle's in Wilsonville, Oregon is a family-friendly entertainment center with a variety of attractions, including go-karts, bumper boats, and a bowling alley. It's open year-round and has no entry fee
Thinking about hanging out for a little while? The Oregon Symphony will perform Mozart's Jupiter Symphony at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall in Portland, Oregon on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2 PM. The concert is part of the Oregon Symphony's Classical Series C.
Curious Comedy improves people's lives through the art of comedy – with an emphasis on providing a platform for underserved voices, including those of the BIPOC, Women and Genderqueer, LQBTQIA+, differently-abled, and/or economically disadvantaged individuals of all ages.
We're all adults here and we don't judge. If you and your lovely other need a place to explore to get reacquainted, check out TVR for the night. Alternatively, if you want to make sure you don't run into anyone you... know... you can also check out Sanctuary and Privata. If you're LGBTQIA AFAB, cis male, queer, you can check out Hawks PDX and Steam. Remember, we listen, we don't judge, and everyone is on their own journey in life. Portland is welcomes all!