Fall Programs OPEN!
Register through ACTIVENet for a program with Happy Valley Parks and Recreation!
*See below to register for a program through one of Happy Valley Parks and Recreation’s partner providers.
Drive-In Movie
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Future home of the Happy Valley Community Park
Step back in time with a special Drive-In Movie Night featuring Back to the Future! Join us at the future site of Happy Valley Community Park for an unforgettable evening under the stars. Enjoy classic theater snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and a nostalgic movie experience while supporting the Happy Valley Parks and Recreation Foundation.
Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Happy Valley Park
Celebrate the season at Happy Valley’s favorite fall tradition! Oktoberfest returns with live entertainment, delicious food, local vendors, family-friendly activities, and festive fun for all ages. Cheer on the crowd-favorite Wiener Dog Races, enjoy traditional German-inspired food and music, explore the pumpkin patch, and make lasting memories with friends and family. Whether you’re coming for the beer garden, the games, or the fall festivities, there’s something for everyone at Oktoberfest!
Upcoming Trips / Tours
A Day at the Coast
October 14th, 8am-6pm
Sit back, enjoy the ride, and let us take you to Cannon Beach! Once we arrive, the day is yours to explore. Check out Haystack Rock, wander and shop around town, grab a bite to eat, or head down to the tide pools and learn more about the coastal creatures with the Haystack Rock Awareness Program. No set itinerary, just a day to enjoy the coast your way!
Adventures Without Limits: Fall Foliage Kayak Tour
Oct 3rd, 10am – 2pm
Paddle along calm flatwater, around rock islands, and through colorful autumn leaves as we meander up and down the Willamette. This trip is open to the public, inclusive, and accessible to people of all abilities. Adventures Without Limits specializes in creating a welcoming space for diverse sets of needs.
Field Trip Friday: Fraga Farmstead Creamery & Apolloni Vineyards
Oct 9th, 9:30am-4:30pm
Experience life on a working goat farm before unwinding in Oregon wine country! Meet the friendly goats at Fraga Farmstead Creamery, try your hand at milking a goat, and enjoy a delicious goat milk affogato before heading to Apolloni Vineyards for a relaxing wine tasting overlooking the vines.
Field Trip Friday: Haunted Shanghai Tunnels Tour
Oct 23rd, 4:45pm-9:15pm
Step beneath the streets of Portland for a fascinating journey through the city’s past on the Haunted Shanghai Tunnel Underground Tour. After exploring the tunnels and hearing stories of Portland’s history and legends, enjoy a beer tasting and dinner at the historic Old Town Pizza.
Field Trip Friday: Nights of the Golden Flower
Nov 6th, 3:30pm-7:45pm
Enjoy an evening of Chinese culture and cuisine with dinner at Xin Ding Dumpling House before exploring Lan Su Chinese Garden’s Nights of the Golden Flower festival. Wander through breathtaking chrysanthemum displays, illuminated lanterns, stop by the garden’s teahouse, and soak in the beauty of this one-of-a-kind cultural experience.
Field Trip Friday: Brew Lights at the Oregon Zoo
Nov 13th, 3:30pm -8:00pm
Back by popular demand! Enjoy VIP early entry to Brew Lights and experience the magic of ZooLights before the crowds arrive. Sip samples from local breweries, cideries, and distilleries while strolling through dazzling holiday light displays, then cap off the night with a ride aboard the illuminated zoo train.
ACTIVENet Online Registration Portal
Register through ACTIVENet for programs with Happy Valley Parks and Recreation! ACTIVENet’s online and in-person registration portal will allow community members to conveniently access Happy Valley Parks and Recreation facility rentals, programs, activities, classes, and more from anywhere, anytime!
First AID/CPR/AED Training
Monday, Nov 9th, 9:30am-2:00pm
This in-person Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Training combines lecture with hands-on skills sessions. Students will learn how to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, back injuries, heat and cold emergencies and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies for victims. The skills you’ll learn during this class can make all the difference to someone in need.
Babysitter Training
Friday, October 9th, 9:30am-2:30pm
This in-person babysitter class gives you access to child care information, tips, and can answer all your questions so that you’re ready to start babysitting! With lecture and engaging class activates, these courses are informative and fun.
Astronomy I: The Planets
Sept 21st – Nov 9th, Mondays 7pm-8pm
Explore our place in the cosmos with retired NASA scientist Derek Sears and his wife, Hazel. Journey through our solar system, visiting Mercury, Venus, Earth and the Moon; asteroids, comets, and Pluto; and the giant planets Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Along the way, keep an eye on the night sky as the stars and constellations gradually shift with the seasons.
Ballroom Basics Dance Class
Step into the world of partner dance in a welcoming and supportive environment. Designed for beginners, this class introduces simple patterns, foundational steps, and rhythm across classic ballroom styles like waltz, foxtrot, and swing.
HealthyU Nutrition
Cooking demonstration classes and free nutrition talks to support you on your wellness journey.
Nutrition Labels Decoded – Nov 10th, 5:30pm-6:30pm
OSU Extension Service Master Gardener™ Presentations
Join OSU Extension Service Master Gardener™ volunteers as they share tips and guidance for sustainable gardening!
Fall and Winter Container Gardens
Oct 15th, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Nov 5th, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Rock Haven Climbing Gym
Happy Valley Parks and Rec is excited to partner with Rock Haven Climbing—a premier bouldering gym in Gresham designed for climbers of all experience levels! Whether you are new to climbing or already love to scale new heights, these classes offer a fun and supportive environment to build confidence, strength, and skills.
Kids’ Bouldering Classes
Adult Bouldering Classes
Skyhawks Sports Classes
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Skyhawks Sports has partnered with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to provide several sports programs to choose from.
For more information on Skyhawks sports programs:
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Soccer Shots
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Soccer Shots has partnered with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to provide several soccer programs to choose from.
For more information on Soccer Shots kid’s soccer classes:
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Kidokinetics
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Happy Valley Parks and Recreation is excited to partner with Kidokinetics to offer the following programs:
Journey to STEAM
Journey to STEAM is your go-to for innovative and customizable LEGO education programs for students grades K-8, weaving together science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) using the power of LEGO. Perfect for enriching after-school experiences, community engagement, and fostering holistic learning in schools. Check out the afterschool programming and camps we’ve partnered with Journey to STEAM to offer:
Super Mario Game Makers: Coding & Design
Tuesdays, Sept 15th – Nov 3rd, 4:15pm-5:15pm
The Clayhouse Potters
Pottery classes taught by husband and wife potters in charming home studio. Learn how to create whimsical hand-built sculptures and wheel-thrown stoneware pottery decorated with food safe commercial glazes.
Introduction into Pottery
Wednesdays, September 16 – October 7
Saturdays, September 19 – October 10
One Night Introduction to Pottery
Candle and Fragrance Workshops
Holiday Scent Workshop – Saturday, Nov 14th, 6pm-7:30pm
Design your own custom-scented candle, reed diffuser, and aromatic spray in this hands-on workshop presented by Bridge Nine Candle Co. Learn the basics of scent blending, explore seasonal fragrance tips, and enjoy a cozy, creative atmosphere with a warm cup of tea included and snacks available for purchase.
Sweet Lomy Glass Art
Learn the fundamentals of glass cutting and layering to make beautiful, whimsical glass art pieces! No experience needed in these fun fused glass workshops we have partnered with Sweet Lomy to offer:
Harry Potter Fused Glass – Oct 3rd, 11am-12:30pm
Fused Glass Holiday Ornaments – Nov 16th, 5:30pm-8pm
Tippi Toes Dance Classes
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Explore our dance class options for girls and boys age 18 months – 11 years. Students are encouraged and celebrated while being taught the fundamentals of dance! Choose from the following programs below:
Toddler and Me – Ages 18 months – 3yrs
Ballet, Tap and Jazz – Ages 3- 8yrs
Yoga Classes
A gentle introduction to yoga to improve balance, flexibility, and strength without the use of a mat. Chair Yoga works the whole body with a mixture of stretching, yoga, and calisthenics. These in-person series are ideal for those that have mobility issues or have never tried yoga before. Hatha Yoga focuses on traditional yoga postures practiced at a slower, steady pace, with time to settle into each pose and explore proper alignment. Breathwork is an essential part of the practice, helping calm the mind, reduce stress, and support a deeper physical experience.
Providence Basecamp Prevention & Wellness Classes
From Tai Chi to Yoga, these FREE virtual classes are powered by Basecamp Prevention + Wellness, part of Providence Heart Institute.
Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance (Beginners) *Virtual Class
Scholarships Available – Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation
Are you in need of financial assistance? Scholarship opportunities are available through the Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation for any Happy Valley Parks and Recreation programs. The Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation (HVPRF) is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
*Scholarships are also available for programs run through Happy Valley Parks and Recreation’s partner providers.
Buy a Brick Program
Purchase a commemorative brick in support of Happy Valley’s local parks and leave a lasting mark that will be cherished by the community for years to come. Your personalized brick will help support ongoing operations and maintenance at our beloved city parks.
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Contacts
Parks and Recreation General Information
[email protected]
503-886-8415
Chris Randall
Parks Director
[email protected]
503-886-8442
Chris Sliwka
Parks Supervisor
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503-886-8477