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Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Our Kids Calendar is packed with family-friendly events happening all around Portland! Please confirm event details with the host— we do our best to keep things accurate, but event details can change!
Create magical memories at Barnes & Noble Holiday Storytime.
Attend the My People’s Market for a weekend of live music, art and food.
Set sail to Maybeland with Cinnamon Bear and friends aboard the Portland Spirit!
Director’s Park transforms into a Snowy Village.
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre […]
Head to a Home Depot near you at 9 a.m. on the first Saturday of every month for free kids workshops! While supplies last. Each month is a different activity. Upcoming events: November 1: Excavator November 29: Teddy Bear Ornament December 6: Holiday Cocoa Mug January 3: Tow Truck
Don't miss Santa pictures at Cedar Hills Crossing! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. Hours vary by day, so be sure to check the event host's website before heading out! Visits with Santa are FREE, and photo packages will be available for […]
Twirl Into the Holidays! A sparkling winter tale set to Tchaikovsky’s festive score. When Marie’s mysterious godfather gives her a magical Nutcracker that comes to life, Marie and her Nutcracker Prince set off on an unforgettable Christmas Eve adventure to the Land of Sweets. Performed by Oregon Ballet Theatre. Presented by Fred Meyer | December […]
Put on your skates and take to the rink this winter at OMSI on a unique indoor synthetic ice rink! Experience all the joys of ice skating together while comfortably indoors in OMSI’s auditorium-turned-winter-wonderland. Ticket Information Indoor Ice Rink Admission Adult (14+): $10.00 Senior (63+): $9.00 Youth (5-13): $8.00 Member Pricing OMSI members receive 50% off of ice […]
Go see Wicked: For Good at OMSI's Empirical Theater! Tickets $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | OMSI Members receive half-off admission for this screening Member Empirical vouchers are not applicable. About the Film Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while […]
Don't miss Santa pictures at Washington Square! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase. Santa's Schedule and Hours November 7: Fri: 2pm-7pm November 8-9: Sat & Sun: 11am-7pm (Break: 3-4pm) […]
The North Pole Adventureland Experience is an indoor walk-through, immersive holiday attraction for families of all sizes and ages! Guests will venture down Candy Cane Lane to find The North Pole Post Office, where kids can write their letter to Santa and mail it in our Magic Mailbox (with the help of a mischievous elf, […]
Delight in the Portland Christmas Ships Parade this season! Several events take place throughout December, and Santa might be at a few! Visit the event host's calendar for details. Most events are at 7pm, but times can vary. Over more than half a century, the Portland Christmas Ships Parade has grown into the longest continuously […]
Bring your loved ones, take a short drive, park your car and get hunting for the Christmas tree of your dreams, as you gaze upon thousands of Nobles, Douglas and Grand Fir-trees to be discovered! With over 100-acres of land to be explored, with plenty of parking, facilities, and that much desired “u-cut Christmas tree […]
Pittock Mansion Christmas celebrates the holiday in style, with a new theme every year. This year, they’re bringing back an expanded and reimagined version of the Home for the Holidays event, titled “The Decades Tour.” Visitors will enjoy festive displays across nineteen rooms in the mansion and four in the Gate Lodge, each artfully decorated […]
Say hello to Santa and other Christmas/Winter characters at Yesteryear Farm! Each weekend has a special character to say hello to (like Frosty the Snowman, Elsa and the Grinch!) — visit the event host's website for details including specific times. Pick a precut tree and visit their Holiday Farm Store with tons of cute photos […]
Here at PDX Parent, we love a Christmas tree adventure! Make magical memories at some of the local u-cut tree farms that surround the Portland-metro area. Many farms also offer food and drinks, and a chance to see animals or meet Santa. Some require ticketed entry, so check the farm websites before you go. Use our interactive […]
Enjoy the hometown holiday spirit of historic Downtown Ridgefield where you will find twinkling lights, decorated businesses, gifts, food, and holiday specials. 9am-2pm. Tree lighting at 4:30pm The celebration includes: Holiday Food & Gift Vendor Marketplace The Circle of Trees Decorating Contest Complimentary visits with Santa - take your own picture with your smartphone or […]
Santa and his elves will be available for visits and photos at Vancouver Mall through December 24! Sensory-friendly Santa is on December 7 at 9am. Check the event host's website for specific hours each day. Reservations are recommended but not required. Walk-ups are always welcome and will be accommodated as time allows.
Catch Santa by Macy's through December 24 at Clackamas Town Center!
Step into the magic of the holidays with Portland’s Own Nutcracker — a timeless classic with a uniquely Portland twist! Journey back to the elegance of the 1920s at the historic Pittock Mansion, where Henry and Georgiana Pittock host a dazzling Christmas party for their special guests, the Stallenbaugh family from Germany. When Heir Drosselmeyer […]
Kick off the holiday season with a full day of family-friendly activities for the whole community to enjoy. Join us for this beloved community gathering with music, free treats, pictures with Santa and more. This winter season we want all of Gresham to celebrate our many holidays and traditions while gathering to light up the […]
Set sail to Maybeland this holiday season with Cinnamon Bear and friends aboard the Portland Spirit! This year marks the 20th anniversary of the cruise, and it promises to be as enchanting as ever. The whole family will enjoy reserved seating and a plated breakfast, while the kids are captivated by storytelling, music and magic. […]
Looking for a cozy, FUN place to explore and play with your little as we head into the inclement fall & winter months? Join us for sensory play, creative building, intentionally built and set imaginary place zones, dress up and books galore! Not to mention snacks, drinks and coffee (for deeply deserving parents and caretakers). […]
Join Music Together of Portland to welcome the winter season with singing, dancing, jamming, and imagination!... Snowflakes, snowfriends, sledding adventures, ice skating, and more... All this wintry fun--plus songs of peace, light, and coziness--await in our magical Seasonal Sing-Along classes! Classes for children birth through 8 years, Monday through Saturday from December 1 through December […]
Bring your own camera and we will have an elf on hand to take your photo if you would like to be included. Bring lists for Santa if you would like. * Prize wheel by Lathrop Orthodontics Sign up online for guaranteed space
The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. New this year, SJFM is excited to partner with OSU Extension Service to bring hands-on nutrition education to the kids activity booth. The program, […]
The 28th Annual David Douglas High School PTSA Holiday Bazaar! Join us for a festive day of shopping and fun at David Douglas High School - North Building. Get into the holiday spirit with 50 vendors offering beautiful hand-crafted items, treats, clothing, jewelry, unique holiday & everyday gift ideas; items you never knew you needed!! […]
Join us for our annual Holiday Market, a magical seasonal event featuring over 70 local artisans and vendors offering handcrafted gifts, festive décor, and one-of-a-kind treasures. Hosted at our Farmington Road location, the market comes to life with stunning holiday displays beautifully paired with the plants we grow and sell year-round. Enjoy unique attractions like […]
Enjoy music, shopping, and breakfast with Santa. Family fun all day at Gresham High! Find unique gifts, handcrafted items, pre-made holiday decorations, local herbs and more.
This festive, family-friendly event explores and celebrates winter traditions from cultures across the globe, featuring interactive experiences for all ages. Enjoy music, games, hands-on activities, food samples, and discover the richness of holidays like Dia de los Reyes, St. Lucia Day, the Dongzhi Festival, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Christmas. Don’t miss the chance to meet Santa […]
🎁 Little Nestlings Clothing & Toy SwapSaturday, December 6 | 10 AM – 12 PMDonation Drop-Off: Friday, December 5 | 2–5 PM Join us for a winter clothing and toy swap at Little Nestlings Early Learning Center! This free community event is a great way to share gently used items and find new-to-you treasures for […]
This Portland tradition is back! Black Santa will be making his way through the metro area throughout the holiday season. See a list of events on his website to know where to find him this year and to confirm dates/times listed below. Friday, November 28: 5 pm - 7 pm @ The Workshop, 912 SW Morrison […]
Get cozy and enjoy a delightful carriage ride around the farm. A nostalgic way to step back in time, cuddle with loved ones, and appreciate the beauty & spirit of Christmas! Limited seating for the carriage rides! Includes a fresh bag of Lee Farms Kettle Corn to enjoy throughout your ride. Option to add-on special […]
Nob Hill Christmas and Santa Land is open once again for the 2025 Christmas Season. We are located at NW 26th and Wilson st in downtown Portland and feature classic department store displays, photos with Santa on the weekends and Christmas decor retail, fresh cut Christmas Trees, Garland and Wreaths. This year we are also […]
Step back in time and celebrate the charm of the 1950s at the Rice Museum’s Nifty Fifties Holiday Event, honoring the era when our historic house was built. Enjoy a day filled with retro holiday fun, hands-on activities, and nostalgic cheer. Start your morning with an exclusive Members-Only Science Lab from 10–11 AM. Watch the […]
Welcome to Open Saturday at Education Center on Pearson Field in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration. Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, […]
