Free Rides At Oaks Park For Active Military And Their Families, May 16 - 05/13/26

PORTLAND, Ore. (May 16, 2026) – In honor of Armed Forces Appreciation Day, Oaks Park is proud to say thank you to those who serve by giving them and their families free rides on Saturday, May 16. Active duty, deployed, and reservist military personnel can enjoy a day of fun with their loved ones on us!

“Oaks Park has been a place for families to have fun together for generations,” said Emily MacKay, Oaks Park’s Marketing and Events Director. “Active members of the military may have to be away from family for long periods of time, and we want to help them make the most of their time together.”

Active military and their immediate families (significant other and children under 18 living at home) receive FREE Ride Wristbands as our small way of showing big gratitude for their service and sacrifice. Ride Wristbands at Oaks Park provide access to all 24 rides, from the Tree Top Drop and the Zoom Coaster to the Frog Hopper, Adrenaline Peak, AtmosFEAR and more (access to rides is subject to height/safety limits). 

Plus, at 2 PM, we'll have cake and red, white, and blue balloons for all visitors (while supplies last).

Beyond the thrill rides, Oaks Park is packed with other ways to enjoy and celebrate time together. The park is home to a historic carousel, the oldest roller rink in the United States, scenic picnic areas, carnival games and classic amusement park food and drinks. There’s also the park’s miniature golf course with views of the Willamette River and the timeless Oaks Park train. 

Guest must present a current military ID at the Ticket Booth to receive free wristbands when they arrive at the Oaks Park ticket booth. The offer is only available onsite, not through the online ticketing platform.

For more information about Military Appreciation Day at Oaks Park, visit Oakspark.com.

Go By Bike Day Brings The Bikes – And The Fun – To Oaks Park May 3, 2026 - 04/23/26

PORTLAND, Ore. (April 23, 2026) – Bicycles, roller coasters and a sense of community will converge on Sunday, May 3, in a festive and fun event celebrating some of what makes Portland the one-of-a-kind city it is.

Go By Bike Day at Oaks Park is a chance for community members to pedal their way to Oregon’s favorite amusement park. By doing so, not only will they be choosing a greener way to travel, but they’ll be connecting with their community and making joyful memories along the way. On top of that, they’ll be saving big too: Guests who arrive by bike will receive 25% off Ride Wristbands for the entire day.

“Go By Bike Day at Oaks Park is a celebration of bicycling, of fun at Oaks Park and of the community coming together,” said Emily MacKay, Oaks Park’s Marketing and Events Director. “We can’t think of a better way to bring people together to have fun at Oaks Park and to travel in a fun, healthy and eco-friendly way.”

Go By Bike Day will run from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, May 3, at Oaks Park. Biking access to Oaks Park is incredibly convenient, with the Springwater Corridor trail running directly past the park’s front gate. Guests who arrive by bike can park in the special event bike parking area in front of the classic Oaks Park Ferris Wheel to receive their discount wristband voucher.

The event, made possible with the support of Metro and the Federal Transportation Administration, will include a range of cycling-focused festivities, including:

• Free bike tune-ups from local bike shop Sellwood Cycle.
• A DIY bike decoration station with custom bike license plates.
• A bike-themed raffle for gear and accessories.
• Free bike valet parking.

Go By Bike will also feature a Vendor Fair with a vibrant lineup of local vendors to help fuel small business, support local makers and strengthen Portland’s renowned cycling culture. Current vendors include: Bikes for Humanity PDX, Bike Town, Black Stone Stitchworks, Double Darn, Reflective Society and UpTassels.

All of this comes in combination with the classic fun of Oaks Park: nearly 25 thrill rides, carnival games, mini golf, fantastic food and America’s oldest roller-skating rink.

For more information about Go By Bike Day at Oaks Park, visit Oakspark.com.