Drive-In Movie: Back to the Future - Sept 26th

Summer Guide

Concerts in the Valley

Thursdays, July 9th – August 27, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Happy Valley Park – 13770 SE Ridgecrest Rd.

Get ready for another unforgettable summer of music, community, and throwback fun as Concerts in the Valley returns to Happy Valley Park! This season’s lineup features crowd-pleasing tribute bands performing iconic hits from across the decades, bringing high-energy performances and plenty of singalong moments to Thursday nights in the park.

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.

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SPECIAL EVENT: Pacific Crest Trail Day Hike for Residents

September 13th, 8:30am-5pm

Join us for a full day of hiking on the iconic Pacific Crest Trail. Transportation is included as we head to Mt. Hood for a scenic adventure featuring two hiking options, a regrouping snack break at beautiful Barlow Pass, and a finish at historic Timberline Lodge before heading home.

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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!

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Traveling RecMobile

Play happy, be happy! Follow our schedule for summer fun and free crafts, games, and educational activities in the park with our Parks and Recreation crew.

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Thursday, Aug. 27th, 11am – 4pm

We’re teaming up with the Red Cross to host a blood drive at City Hall. All blood types are urgently needed. Donate blood and help save lives.

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.

Wednesdays, Oct 7th -Nov 11th, 6pm-7pm

Intro to Fly Fishing

This class is designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of fly-fishing, providing them with a solid foundation to enjoy and excel in this rewarding sport. Unlike typical casting classes, our course covers a wide range of topics essential for beginners. The course will be split into two types of sessions: one that takes place in the classroom and one that is on-site. The classroom session will involve instruction, discussions, and activities to prepare you for the on-river session which will provide a hands-on experience where you can apply what you’ve learned in a practical setting.

$100 registration fee, includes 1 class session, waders, boots, reels & fly rods

In Class: August 26, On River: August 29

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

Session 1: Sept. 30 – Oct. 21

Session 2: Oct. 28 – Nov. 18

Adult Bouldering Classes

October 1

November 5

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:

Summer Sportsplay Clinic

Intro to Raquet Sports Camp

Fall Sportsplay Clinic

Fall NinjaPlay Classes

Veteran’s Day Intro to Racquet Minicamp

Jordan Kent Just Kids Skill Sports Camps

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Get ready for camps full of excitement, skill-building, and personal growth with Jordan Kent’s Just Kids Skills Camps! Whether your child dreams of scoring the winning touchdown, dribbling past defenders, or hitting their first home run, we’ve got something for everyone—plus exciting features to help them thrive both on and off the field! Campers of all backgrounds and abilities are welcome.

Multi-Sport Camp: August 17 – August 20

Engineering for Kids

Discover the extraordinary world of STEM during Engineering For Kids’ Summer of Exploration! Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math fill the world around us. STEM connects to everything in our lives from planning a city to using computers to space travel. EFK Summer Camps provide kids with a hands-on immersive experience as they explore STEM concepts in the world around them.

Week 9: Summertime Splash & Sky Riders

Week 10: Let’s Make Toys & Wild Animals

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.

Summer Classes:

Wheel Throwing Series

Hand Building Series

Two-fer Fridays

Fall Classes:

Introduction into Pottery

Wednesdays, September 16 – October 7

Saturdays, September 19 – October 10

One Night Introduction to Pottery

September 18 | September 25 | October 2 | October 9

Candle and Fragrance Workshops

Fall Scent Workshop – Saturday, Sept 19th, 6pm-7:30pm

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:

Fused Glass Pet Portraits – Sept 14th, 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

Baby Ballet – Ages 2-4yrs

Ballet, Tap and Jazz – Ages 3- 8yrs

Tippi Pro – Intermediate Ballet – Ages 7-11 yrs

Hip Hop & Jazz – Ages 7-11 yrs

Summer camps:

Candyland Dance Camp – Aug 11-13

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.

Chair Yoga 

Hatha Yoga

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

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance *Virtual Class

Chair Yoga *Virtual Class

Gentle Yoga *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.

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*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.