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Books. Crafts. Magical Goblin Eggs - FREE to all families and community!Trackers KidCon is at Portland gathering that celebrate books, creativity, and the magic of the Trackers community. Families will meet local children’s book and graphic novel creators, make crafts inspired by their stories, try archery and other activities, and hunt for goblin eggs so they can barter treasures at the Spring Goblin Market.
What's Happening at KidCon
From author readings and book crafts to goblin treasure hunts and axe throwing, every hour of KidCon has something to discover. Here's a look at what's in store:
📖 Author Readings - Meet local children's book and graphic novel creators as they read from their work, sign books, and chat with young fans.
🧶 Book Crafts - After each reading, the author leads a hands-on craft activity inspired by their book. Make something unique to take home.
🪺 Goblin Egg Treasure Hunt - Spot a goblin sneaking around, chase 'em down to earn a dragon tear. Trade it for a goblin egg filled with chim-chams to barter.
🏹 Archery & Axe Throwing - Free for parents and kids. Take aim side by side. No experience needed. Gear provided. Just show up and give it a try together.
🧺 Skills Demos - Watch and learn as Trackers Artisans demonstrate blacksmithing, woodworking, ceramics, and more throughout the day.
🧝♀️ Open Goblin Market
At 1:30 PM, set up shop and barter with friends using the treasures you've brought and gathered throughout day.
Featured Authors & Artists
We are thrilled to welcome some of Portland's most beloved children's book authors and graphic novel creators to KidCon. Each one will read from their work, take questions, sign books, and lead a hands-on craft inspired by their story. Come meet the people behind the books your kids love — and discover a few new favorites.
➡ Troublemakers & Superpowers by Keely Grand
➡ Star Scouts by Mike Lawrence
➡ Muddy Max by Elizabeth Ruch
➡ Look at That Bird by Karen DeWitz
➡ What Do They Do With All That Poo by Jane Kurtz
➡ I Want a Real Bike in Oregon illustrated by Josh Cleland
➡ Captain Nick & the Explorer Society by Lukas Ketner
➡ All About Patterns by Elizabeth Goss
➡ Trackers Fables: Mariners by Yuki Saeki
➡ Finding Fairies by Michelle McCann
Schedule
KidCon runs Saturday, April 4, 2026. Activities are happening throughout the day — drop in anytime, but stay for the Goblin Market at the end.
10:30 AM: Doors Open, Arrival & Welcome
10:45 AM: Spring Goblin Egg Hunt & Activities
11:00 AM: Author Readings & Book Crafts Begin
1:30 PM: Spring Goblin Market Opens
2:30 PM: Closing & Caretaking
Good to Know
Youth Participants - Guardians must fully supervise children under 16. This is a free community event, not a drop-off program. Come ready to be part of it.
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Event Venue
Trackers Earth Portland (Portland, OR), 4617 SE Milwaukie Avenue,Portland, Oregon, United States
Tickets
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