Lace up! Maine Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Directory!
Nothing says winter like ice skating outdoors….ah the childhood memories. So fun! Maine is pretty lucky to have quite a few. FYI: Only outdoor rinks,... Read More
NEW! Get Your Kids Active On Their Remote Learning Days With This PE Class!
Who wants more physical play and fun for their child this fall?! With the weather changing and school beginning, families need more creative ways to... Read More
2020 Corn Maze Directory! We’ll tell you where to go, but you gotta find your way out.
Fall activities are already in full swing! Check out this list of local(ish) corn mazes where you’ll never have so much fun getting lost! Be... Read More
Stress-Free Camping with these awesome prep tips!
Remember camping as a kid? What was the best part? Swimming? S’mores? Flashlights and sleeping bags? Kids love the simplicity—it’s the parents that make it... Read More
It’s berry pickin’ time! Find a local PYO Farms near you.
It’s that time of year again when local farms are opening up for pick-your-own strawberries and other fruits ripening throughout the summer. The season for... Read More
Farmer’s Markets are in full swing. With a few tips you’ll navigate through like a pro!
The summertime farmer’s markets are still in full swing and selling a plethora of fruits, vegetables, eggs, dairy products, flowers, homemade goods and crafts that... Read More
Wondering How to Celebrate Mom During Quarantine? Check out these ideas!
Hey Dad, let’s face the heads up together. Are you ready for it? Teachers aren’t making cute projects with your sweet kiddos this year (which... Read More
OOB & Freeport’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Schedules. Kaboomskees!
Ready for some New Year’s Eve Fireworks? We’ve got two special celebrations on tap– visit the one closest to you! Sunday, December 31, 2019 Fireworks... Read More
Start a new tradition! Festival of Trees is happening all this week 12/7-12/14. You won’t have to freeze to see these beautiful trees!
Want to take your kiddos to see beautifully decorated trees? Yes. Yes, you do! And do we have the scoop on just the place! The... Read More
It’s time to get lit! PKC’s 2019 Tree Lighting Ceremonies Directory.
Looking for your Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in your community? Look no further. Get ready to Deck the Halls with your fellow town folk! Biddeford... Read More
Giveaway Alert! Enter TODAY to Win a 4 pack of tickets to Kids Con for this Saturday, 11/16!
Remember your favorite comic book characters? Which character are YOU looking forward to sharing with your family? Enter to win 4 Tickets! A comment of... Read More
Kids Con is Coming and Why it’s Happening is SO Cool!
Kids Con has been rocking it in Nashua, NH for the past 4 years. Now, Kids Con is coming to Portland, Maine this month in... Read More
Veteran’s Day Parades in Greater Portland
November 10, 2019 Brunswick: A Military Color Guard will lead the Rolling Slumber Bed Races parade from Park Row. Sunday, November 10, 2019; 1:00 p.m.... Read More
It’s Spooktacular! Get tons of Booooooty at Any of These FREE Special Trick or Treat Events in the Greater Portland Area!
Wondering where to bring your costume clad kiddo out and about on Halloween? Below you will find info and general guidelines. Happy Halloween! Side Note:... Read More
Ben and Jerry’s FREE Cone Day on April 9th! You know you want the scoop!
What is Free Cone Day? Every time you enjoy a scoop of Ben & Jerry’s, you’re showing us how much you care. We love... Read More
Beat the Winter Blahs with Open Gym At Maine Academy of Gymnastics
With so many times and options for Open Gym, one is sure to help get you out of the winter rut! All activities at the... Read More
Planning a Staycation this February Break? Look here for inexpensive ideas to get out of the house!
Check out these links and curate your best staycation without breaking the bank! Here are just a few highlights of certain events that are either free... Read More
WinterKids’ “Welcome to Winter” free festival on 1/19 at Payson Park!
All of the community is invited to the WinterKids Annual “Welcome to Winter,” a family-friendly festival happening in Payson Park this Saturday! Kids and families... Read More
Celebrate all things snow with a Saturday Craft Date at Michaels!
You can’t beat these creative projects for only $2! Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Sessions year-round on Saturdays starting every half... Read More
Strap on some skates at Lee Twombly Pond! Outdoor Pond Skating Season is open!
Opening Night is here!! Tonight, Decmeber 14, 2018 marks the season opener for outdoor pond skating at Lee Twombly Pond! The Opening Weekend days and... Read More
PKC’s 2018 “12 Days of Giveaways” starts 12/10! See contest rules here!
The “12 Days of Giveaways” is right around the corner and we couldn’t be more excited! Monday, December 10, PortlandKidsCalendar will be giving away a prize... Read More
Pumpkin Hayrides at Wolfe’s Neck Center Saturday and Sunday.
Come on out to the Farm for a family outing to remember. Set on the shores of Casco Bay, Wolfe’s Neck Center is a 626... Read More
Attention chocoholics: Wilbur’s Factory Tour 6/23 and 6/30– only $4.50!
Factory tours are a great way to spend time with the family! Come to the factory and hear a little Wilbur’s history and take a... Read More
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day events at the Children’s Museum 1/21!
Join the Children’s Museum on Monday to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. through fun programs and lessons perfect for the whole family!... Read More
Family “Snowshoeing Discovery Course” weekends at L.L. Bean! Equipment provided!
L. L. Bean’s Snowshoeing Discovery Course is a great way to discover how fun, easy and exciting it is making fresh tracks through the sparkling... Read More
Free and discounted Museum Passes? Borrow them from your local library!
If you haven’t visited your local library lately, you may not realize what a tremendous wealth of resources they have to offer! In addition to... Read More
Families with toddlers! Join the Maine Forest Playgroup for fun outings every Friday morning!
Looking for something fun to do Friday mornings? Become a part of the Maine Forest Playgroup– a free, exclusively outdoors program serving toddlers and their... Read More
Portland’s Winter Farmers’ Market runs every Saturday. Farm fresh YUM!
The Portland Farmers’ Market goes year round through the winter. Starting the first Saturday in December and going through the second to last Saturday in... Read More
Indoor ice skating is $5 family fun. Find a rink near you!
Bring the entire gang and enjoy some fun on the ice! Public Skating is open for all ages and abilities– no worries for even the little... Read More
Tickets still available for the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company “Polar Express”!
The Polar Express returns to Portland for a 9th season in 2016! The fun begins at the Ocean Gateway Visitor Center, which serves as our... Read More