Preschool, Kinder, & Camp Fair 2026

St. Johns Swapnplay’s 12th annual Preschool, Kinder & Camp Fair is on Saturday, February 21, 2026 in North Portland.

Families with young children face many choices when it comes to selecting the best schools and activities for their family. They weigh academic offerings, affordability, culture, location, and available hours. This is our twelfth year of hosting this fair, and we are thrilled to help families learn more about local organizations at this event.

This year’s fair featured the following learning organizations:

ABC University Preschool at Linnton Community Center

Sweet Day Community School

Willow Tree Preschool

Tucker Maxon School

Magnolia Blossom Preschool

French International School

Shining Star Waldorf School

Biking Buds

Steve and Kate’s Camp

Holy Cross Catholic School

Hancock Street Preschool

Little Explorers Early Learners

Kendra’s Little Learners

Portland Public Schools Head Start

Cathedral Park Preschool

A Brilliant Nanny Placement Agency

Rose City Neighborhood Preschool

The School at Open Space

Little Root Play Garden

Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective

The Strawberry Patch Preschool

James John Elementary School

Metropolitan Learning Center

Vibe of Portland

Friends of Tryon Creek

Sitton Elementary School 

Portland Parks and Rec Preschool

Learning programs and organizations, thank you for participating!

2026 Preschool, Kinder & Camp Fair
Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 9am to 12pm
Red Sea Church Auditorium
7535 N. Chicago Ave., Portland, OR 97203

This event is FREE for families to attend and open to the public, so please invite your friends, family, and neighbors! Stop by at your convenience to visit with local schools, camps, day cares, caregivers, and more to learn more about their programming and enrollment opportunities for summer and fall. 

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