During July and August 2025, Golden Road Arts and the Hillsboro Public Library are once again teaming up to bring back the popular Art In the Park summer art events. The series of 15 events in parks across Hillsboro will feature a live book reading followed by an art lesson developed for elementary and middle school students. Join us for one event or the whole series, and enjoy a summer filled with creativity and learning.
What to Expect at Art In the Park in Hillsboro
Since 2021, Golden Road Arts and the Hillsboro Public Library have partnered to bring free art lessons to the community in Hillsboro and beyond. At these 90-minute events, children gather to hear an inspiring, age-appropriate story, read first in Spanish, then in English. The kids are then given art projects inspired by the themes of the book, with full support and encouragement from the Golden Road Arts educators.
Art In the Park is primarily aimed at elementary and middle school children, though all school-age students are welcome to attend. Families in Hillsboro and the surrounding areas return each year for the unique combination of creativity, social interaction and learning. And with a free take-home kit that includes books and a coloring book, kids have everything they need to continue their creative journey at home. If you can’t attend in person, we also have free art lessons online to support you.
The summer series of events takes place on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. until noon throughout July and August. We also have a kickoff event on Saturday, June 28, at Shute Park in Hillsboro. For a complete list of all dates and locations, take a look at the flyer below.
Why Attend Art In the Park This Summer
If you’re in the Hillsboro area this July and August, there are many reasons to bring your children to Art In the Park. Here’s why these events are not to be missed.
- All events are free to attend and include all necessary art supplies.
- Pairing a book reading with an art lesson helps kids build literacy and artistic skills.
- Children gain confidence and make new friends as they create alongside their peers.
- A relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere makes each event a perfect summer day out.
- Kids learn new artistic techniques that support their creative development.
If you would like to partner with Golden Road Arts to host free art events in Oregon, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch using the contact details at the bottom of the page, and work with us to bring fun, engaging arts learning to local schools and communities.
Join Us for Free Summer Art Events in Hillsboro Parks
Golden Road Arts welcomes children and families to parks across Hillsboro and the surrounding areas this summer. Visit us for art literacy and hands-on instructional lessons created for elementary and middle school kids. You can also donate to support free art lessons and events.
