Ashland, OR Weekend with Kids

With its fine selection of theater performances, Ashland OR may be a thespian's paradise, but that doesn't mean it's not a great location to bring the kids. In fact, why not plan to make a weekend of it? Ashland is one of our family's favorite places to play tourist!

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Munchies Restaurant
One of our all-time favorite Ashland eateries, Munchies is perfect for families because they have a wide selection in their cuisine. Kids can pick between veggie burritos, hamburgers and fries, soups and salads, or breakfast served all day. Their breads are homemade, most of their dishes organic, and the ambiance is cozy. Right downtow... More >
One of our all-time favorite Ashland eateries, Munchies is perfect for families because they have a wide selection in their cuisine. Kids can pick between veggie burritos, hamburgers and fries, soups and salads, or breakfast served all day. Their breads are homemade, most of their dishes organic, and the ambiance is cozy. Right downtown! (Moderate prices.)
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Science Works Hands On Museum
Scienceworks is the little museum that could. Smaller than most children's hands-on museums, it packs quite the punch in terms of interactive displays, traveling exhibits, and a staff who really knows their stuff. Be sure to check out the science lab in the back to see what experiments are currently cooking! (Admission is $5.00 for kid... More >
Scienceworks is the little museum that could. Smaller than most children's hands-on museums, it packs quite the punch in terms of interactive displays, traveling exhibits, and a staff who really knows their stuff. Be sure to check out the science lab in the back to see what experiments are currently cooking! (Admission is $5.00 for kids, $7.50 for adults.)
Feed ducks at the ponds, walk the tree-lined trails, ice skate in winter, wade in the creek in summer, and let the kids get all that extra energy out on the expansive playground.
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Lithia Park
Beautiful in all seasons, Lithia Park is a tranquil oasis right past Ashland's busy plaza and downtown district. Feed ducks at the ponds, walk the tree-lined trails, ice skate in winter, wade in the creek in summer, and let the kids get all that extra energy out on the expansive playground. More
Beautiful in all seasons, Lithia Park is a tranquil oasis right past Ashland's busy plaza and downtown district. Feed ducks at the ponds, walk the tree-lined trails, ice skate in winter, wade in the creek in summer, and let the kids get all that extra energy out on the expansive playground.
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Oregon Shakespeare Festival
If you have older kids, you may want to take a chance and purchase tickets for one of the premiere performances put on by the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. If your kids are younger (or may not be able to sit through a 3 hour performance), consider Oregon Stage Works, home of the Ashland Children's Theater, offering plays suited for the ... More >
If you have older kids, you may want to take a chance and purchase tickets for one of the premiere performances put on by the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. If your kids are younger (or may not be able to sit through a 3 hour performance), consider Oregon Stage Works, home of the Ashland Children's Theater, offering plays suited for the younger set. Check them out at www.oregonstageworks.org
If your kids are younger (or may not be able to sit through a 3 hour performance), consider Oregon Stage Works, home of the Ashland Children's Theater, offering plays suited for the younger set.
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