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🎭 Arts & Theater for Kids in Gresham, OR

7 children's theater, art studios, and performing arts rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Gresham

Gresham Center for the Arts Plaza point of interest in Gresham, OR🎭 Theater
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The Gresham Center for the Arts Plaza is a welcoming community hub where families can experience live performances tailored for young audiences, enroll kids in creative youth theater programs, and explore hands-on art classes together. With an impressive 4.9-star rating, this locally-loved venue offers an affordable alternative to big-city theater while fostering your child's appreciation for the performing and visual arts.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours for performances; art classes typically run 60-90 minutes

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Northwest Children's Theater performing arts theater in Portland, OR🎭 Theater
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4.7(337)$$12 mi away

Northwest Children's Theater brings professional-quality theatrical productions designed specifically for young audiences to Portland's downtown arts district. With carefully curated plays and musicals that captivate children while entertaining adults, this beloved theater company has earned rave reviews for introducing kids to the magic of live performance in an age-appropriate, engaging environment.

🕑 1.5-2 hours including pre-show arrival time

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Portland Art Museum art museum in Portland, OR🎨 Museum
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4.6(6,211)$$$12 mi away

The Portland Art Museum welcomes families with thoughtfully designed kid-friendly galleries and hands-on art activities that make exploring fine art accessible and fun for young visitors. With rotating exhibits spanning diverse cultures and time periods, plus dedicated family programs, this museum transforms art appreciation into an interactive adventure that sparks creativity and conversation.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours

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Lakewood Center for the Arts/Lakewood Theatre Company performing arts theater in Lake Oswego, OR🎭 Theater
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Lakewood Center for the Arts brings the magic of live theater to families in Lake Oswego with a delightful mix of community productions, children's performances, and hands-on arts education programs. This beloved community theater offers kids their first taste of the performing arts in an intimate, welcoming setting where they can see high-quality shows and even participate in classes and camps.

🕑 Typical children's theater performances run 60-90 minutes, while full-length productions may be 2-2.5 hours including intermission

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Sugarpine Drive-In restaurant in Troutdale, OR🎭 Theater
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4.5(1,917)$$4 mi · Troutdale

Sugarpine Drive-In brings back the magic of classic Americana with a family-friendly twist in Troutdale. This outdoor theater lets kids experience the novelty of watching movies from your car under the stars, complete with concession stand treats and double features that make for an unforgettable evening out.

🕑 4-6 hours for a full double feature experience (plan for 10 PM-midnight finish), or 2-3 hours if just staying for the first movie

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Oaks Amusement Park amusement park in Portland, OR🎢 Amusement Park
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4.4(7,421)$$11 mi away

Oaks Amusement Park is a beloved Portland treasure that's been delighting families since 1905, offering a perfect blend of nostalgic charm and classic amusement park fun. With everything from thrilling rides and a wooden roller coaster to an indoor skating rink, arcade games, and miniature golf, there's something to keep every family member entertained without the overwhelming crowds of mega theme parks.

🕑 3-4 hours

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Avana Powell Valley apartment complex in Gresham, OR🌾 Farm
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Avana Powell Valley offers families a chance to experience farm life in Gresham with hands-on activities throughout the year. Kids can pick their own seasonal berries, navigate a corn maze, visit friendly farm animals, and select the perfect pumpkin during fall festivities. The educational experiences help children learn where their food comes from while enjoying the outdoors.

🕑 2-3 hours

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