Stuff your face with berries, catch some outdoor fun, and/or hug some trees! Summer is in full swing so get out there and soak it up.
July 17-18
Oregon Berry Festival
It’s berry season, and what better way to celebrate than to go to a festival? Learn about the health benefits of these yummy fruits, watch demos for cooking with berries, paint with berries, witness a blackberry pie contest! Free, oregonberryfestival.com
July 17-19
Movies in the Park
Grab a blanket and a picnic and enjoy a family-friendly flick at one of Portland’s beautiful parks. Local music sets the mood and movies start at dusk. This weekend’s lineup: The Imitation Game, Annie, Back to the Future, and The Goonies! Free, www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/article/489142
July 17-19
Sand in the City
See some seriously beautiful sand sculptures right in the heart of the city! Watch the competition, then play in the Children’s Sand Box, get your face painted, and enjoy live music all day. $4-10 suggested donation, sandinthecitypdx.org
July 18
The World’s Greatest Tree Hug
Be a part of history-making at Hoyt Arboretum as Portland tries to reclaim the Guinness World Record for most tree-hugging at once (936 people in 2013!). To break South Korea’s 2014 record, more than 1200 huggers are needed. Celebrate environmental awareness with music, activities, and food before the hug at 2pm! Free, treehugpdx.com
July 19
Frozen Fun Ice Cream Social
Enjoy some frozen treats and hang with Princesses Elsa and Anna in honor of International Ice Cream Day! Photo ops, autographs, and playtime all in one. $5, playdatepdx.com