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Sports & Recreation for Kids in Happy Valley, OR

10 sports facilities, recreation centers, and athletic activities rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Happy Valley

Mt. Hood Community College Aquatic Center swimming pool in Gresham, OR Sports
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Mt. Hood Community College Aquatic Center is a family-friendly indoor pool facility that offers year-round swimming fun regardless of Portland's weather. With exciting water slides, diving boards, and dedicated family swim times, it's a perfect spot for both recreational play and skill-building through their comprehensive swim lesson programs.

🕑 2-3 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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David Douglas Aquatics Center sports complex in Troutdale, OR Sports
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4.6(119)$5 mi · Troutdale

David Douglas Aquatics Center is a family-friendly indoor pool facility in Troutdale that offers something for every swimmer in your crew. With dedicated family swim times, exciting water slides, lap lanes for serious swimmers, and comprehensive swim lesson programs, it's the perfect spot for both recreational fun and skill-building, rain or shine.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours

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North Clackamas Aquatic Park water park in Happy Valley, OR🌊 Water Park
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North Clackamas Aquatic Park is a year-round indoor water paradise that keeps kids entertained in any weather. With thrilling waterslides, a relaxing lazy river, multiple diving boards, and dedicated family swim times, this premier facility offers something for every family member from toddlers to teens.

🕑 2-4 hours

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Persimmon Country Club golf course in Gresham, OR Sports
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4.5(198)$4 mi · Gresham

Persimmon Country Club in Gresham offers the perfect low-pressure introduction to golf for kids and families. Their family-friendly par-3 course provides a less intimidating experience than full-size courses, while their structured junior golf programs teach proper techniques in a fun, encouraging environment that keeps kids engaged.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours for the par-3 course with kids; junior program sessions typically run 60-90 minutes

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Oaks Amusement Park amusement park in Portland, OR🎢 Amusement Park
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4.4(7,421)$$8 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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Multnomah Arts Center community center in Multnomah Village, OR🏛️ Community Center
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4.4(92)$10 mi · Multnomah Village

Nestled in charming Multnomah Village, this beloved community arts center transforms creativity into family fun with hands-on art classes, pottery workshops, and children's programs in a historic building. From parent-child art sessions to drop-in creative activities, it's a welcoming space where kids can get gloriously messy while exploring painting, clay work, and theatrical arts.

🕑 1-2 hours for individual classes; full morning or afternoon for camps

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Goldfish Swim School - West Linn swimming pool in West Linn, OR Sports
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4.4(63)$$10 mi · West Linn

Goldfish Swim School in West Linn offers a warm, indoor aquatic environment perfect for families year-round. With swimming lessons for all skill levels, open swim times, and fun water slides, this facility makes learning to swim enjoyable while providing recreational splash time for the whole family.

🕑 30-45 minutes for lessons; 1-2 hours for family swim sessions

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Woodstock Community Center community center in Woodstock, OR🏛️ Community Center
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4.6(13)$6 mi · Woodstock

Woodstock Community Center is a welcoming Portland Parks facility in the heart of the Woodstock neighborhood offering a variety of youth programs and family activities. With its strong community vibe and diverse programming, it's a great spot for families looking to connect with other local families while keeping kids active and engaged.

🕑 1-2 hours for drop-in activities; structured classes vary

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Alpenrose Velodrome sports in Multnomah Village, OR Sports
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$9 mi · Multnomah Village

Alpenrose Velodrome is a historic outdoor bicycle racing track that brings the excitement of competitive cycling to families in a welcoming, community-focused environment. Kids can watch thrilling velodrome races from the infield, participate in youth cycling programs that teach bike handling skills, or enjoy family cycling events on this unique banked track that's been a Portland institution since 1967.

🕑 1.5-2 hours for watching races; youth programs typically run 1-2 hours per session

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