Kids and families are invited to join us for a delightful 45-minute folk concert with Andy Ferguson, aka “Red Yarn,” and his puppet critters. With traditional and original songs that blend folk, rock’n’roll, country and blues, Red Yarn’s sound is both rooted and modern. His energetic performances will have you singing, dancing, making new friends and experiencing the joy of community at this inclusive family event. Pre-concert activities include balloon animals and face painting. Food by Pidgin Hole and Humdinger Kettle Korn.

Red Yarn
Thursday, July 25
5-7 p.m.; music to begin at 6 p.m.
Ardenwald Park
3667 SE Roswell St. Milwaukie, OR

Event Sponsor:

Enjoy waterfront views while dancing to your favorite classic hits and alternative gems. With five distinct singers, The Nu Wavers capture the diversity of some of the most memorable eras in pop culture. Hearth and Soul Pizza, Pidgin Hole, Alchemy Sandwich Co., Neighborhood Creamery, Breakside Brewery and Hip Chicks Do Wine will be on-site.

The Nu Wavers
Saturday, July 8
5:30-8 p.m.
Duck Races are at 5:30 p.m., provided by Milwaukie Parks Foundation. The concert starts at 6 p.m.
Milwaukie Bay Park
11211 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Milwaukie

Parking is available across the street from Milwaukie Bay Park at the lots north of S.E. Monroe St. and 99E, as well as street parking throughout downtown Milwaukie. Download the parking map here. Please consider walking, biking or taking public transit if possible. The Trolley Trail multi-use path runs through the park, and the MAX Orange Line is in close proximity.

Thank you to our event sponsor!

Kenari Quartet – Chamber Music Northwest Summer Festival
Applauded for their “flat-out amazing” performances and “stunning virtuosity” (Cleveland Classical), the highly acclaimed Kenari Quartet will perform a variety of music to entertain the entire family. Presented in partnership with SoundsTruck NW, the Pacific Northwest’s premier mobile venue. Snacks will be available for purchase to support the Milwaukie Community Center Foundation. Free parking is available is the North Clackamas Park parking lot.

Friday, July 14
7-8 p.m.
North Clackamas Park
440 SE Kellogg Creek Dr., Milwaukie

Kids and their families are invited to join us for a delightful 45-minute folk concert with acclaimed Portland family performer Red Yarn (aka Andy Furgeson). Weaving folksongs and puppetry into high-energy, interactive shows, Red Yarn will have audiences singing, dancing, stomping, clapping, while introducing his Critter friends along the way. These handmade animal puppets provide comic relief, calm and tender moments, and valuable social-emotional lessons sure to entertain all ages. Face painting and other kids activities will be on-site.

Thursday, July 20
5:30-7 p.m.
Ardenwald Park
3667 SE Roswell St. Milwaukie, OR
Free family-friendly event