If there’s such thing as the “opposite of rain dance,” we’re doing it now, because there’s just too much fun packed into this coming weekend. Don’t let a little wetness stop you, though! Play hard, PacNW style!

May 13

NW Animation Fest

NW Animation Fest is the largest, most impressive showcase of animation in the US! If you have a budding animation artist in the family, this is a perfect opportunity to inspire their creativity, with chances to talk with filmmakers and view some of the year’s best animated shorts from around the world. Venues in Portland and Eugene. Festival passes $45-60, single event prices available, nwanimationfest.com

May 14

Ecstatic Fire! A Superhero Fire Adventure!

Fire-wielding super heroes and villains, circus tricks and storytelling all come together in this fantastic, family-friendly event! Take the gang out for some jaw-dropping stunts from the Northwest’s premier Fire Entertainment troupe. To top it off, each show features a costume contest, so be sure to dress as your favorite super heroes! $15 adv., $20 door, kids under 4 free, facebook.com/events/500423863468794

May 14

ORHC’s Train Day

Come celebrate Portland’s rich locomotive history with the First Annual Portland Train Day, hosted by Oregon Rail Heritage Center. Get your face painted, dance to a wide array of toe-tappin’ bands (including kid-favorite The Alphabeticians), meet Thomas the Tank Engine, get an up close look at steam engines, and take a ride to Oaks Park. Who knew trains could be so fun?? Free, orhc.com

May 14

School of Rock Preview

Alright you rock stars and lovers of music, now’s the time to scope out what’s going on at School of Rock Portland. Come hang at the Doug Fir Lounge and get previews of their Spring and Summer shows, learn about various programs offered, and sign up to receive discounts on their rockin’ summer camps. $5-10, schoolofrock.com

May 15

Faire in the Grove

Let’s take one giant step back in time- to the Medieval Ages and the Renaissance! Spend a day strolling through the medieval town of Fairegrove and listen to minstrels play and sing; watch live jousts; be entertained by jugglers and jokers; listen to story-tellers; and learn all about the crafts, food and armory of the period! Free, faireinthegrove.com

May 15

Kenton Street Fair

Party up in NoPo! Kick it off with a Kids Parade, then shop the 80+ local vendors, support Kenton businesses, enjoy music at the three stages, ride the coaster car. Dress up the whole family as Paul Bunyan to be a part of the Guinness World Record for most people dressed as Paul Bunyan (seriously)! Free, facebook.com/kentonstreetfair