Events for August 16, 2025

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Sasquatch: Ancestral Guardians

Discovery Museum 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland

Leave your preconceived notions behind and immerse yourself in this exhibition honoring generations of spiritual practices, storytelling, and tradition. Included with museum admission.

$8

Family Forest Day: Best Trees Forever

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland

In this FREE Family Forest Day, we will be gathering under the Stevens Pavilion to celebrate native trees of the Pacific Northwest.

Free

Hike with Hoyt

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland

Explore Hoyt Arboretum’s trails on a guided hike! Reserve your spot in-person the day of the hike at the front desk inside the Visitor Center.

Free

Family Studio

Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland

Take a moment to unwind, create, and connect with nature through hands-on activities, included with garden admission.

$22

Cultural Demonstration: Tea Ceremony

Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland

Portland Japanese Garden will offer a free public demonstration of Chado, the Way of Tea, included with garden admission.

$22

O-Bon, The Spirit Festival

Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland

Portland Japanese Garden members are invited to take part in O-Bon, the Spirit Festival, an important Buddhist festival to honor ancestors and pray for the souls of the departed.

Free