Kids love to play in Bend! Oodles of parks, trails, and wild spaces for them to explore until their little heart’s content. Or until they’re totally exhausted and it’s time for a nap. Whether your kiddos are here for outdoor adventures, an up-close experience with wild animals at the High Desert Museum, or because the parental units made them, a gut-busting new game or a soft, cuddly teddy bear might be just the thing to keep ‘em extra happy on their vacation. And you’ll find plenty of toy shops and kid-friendly clothing stores to keep them entertained and well dressed.

Several toy stores in Bend, Oregon, offer educational, creative, and down-right super fantastic fun toys for kids of all ages. Leapin Lizards, located downtown, is locally owned and has been voted our best toy store for years. Whether you need a birthday gift or maybe you know someone who’s been extra-super-duper good on vacation, and a new stuffed animal or fire truck seems like the perfect reward, you’ll find it at Leapin Lizards. Or stop by Learning Express Toys, where they provide kids and kids at heart an interactive shopping experience where you can demo games, hang out in their Airfort, or have a tea party.

Are your little ones in need of a new pair of jammies? Or maybe a new winter jacket. There are a handful of clothing stores in Bend carrying apparel and accessories for kids of all ages. Hopscotch Kids sells ridiculously adorable, high-quality, and practical clothing for children of all ages. Stop by their Galivastin location for anything from dresses, sweaters, shoes, strollers, and toys. For the more budget-conscious shopper, nothing beats Stone Soup. To meet the needs of growing Bend families and visiting families, they carry a fantastic selection of name-brand, high-quality used kid’s clothing and accessories. Or, for bigger name-brand stores, check out Gap Kids, REI, and Old Navy.