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Breathing. Room Exhibit features renowned Indian artist Ranjani Shettar’s Portland Debut

The Lobby at Ellen Browning Building 2871 SE Division Street, Portland, United States

Curated by Sima Familant, Breathing. Room opens October 18, showcasing renowned artist Ranjani Shettar’s first exhibition in Portland. Her monumental installation Morning Song—crafted from lacquered wood by Indian artisans—explores the balance between industrialization and nature. The exhibit invites viewers to pause and reflect on space and stillness. Also featuring works by Jeff Elrod, Naotaka Hiro, Kwangho Lee, Kwon Young-Woo, and […]

Free

Mike Bennett’s Holiday Gift Shop & Giving Tree

Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR

Step into a world of magic and wonder at the Mike Bennett Holiday Gift Shop! Known as Portland’s beloved Public Joy Creator, Mike Bennett brings his playful characters and heartfelt designs to life just in time for the holidays. Whether you're a long-time fan or a new friend, there’s something for everyone in this cozy […]

Free

Klopman Farms – Christmas Tree Farm

Klopman Farms 40910 Southeast 30th Street, Washougal, WA

Klopman Tree Farm Barn – Washougal, WA Plenty of Photo Opportunities, Including 8-foot Santa and Sleigh! Klopman Christmas Tree Farm includes a large barn where you can get a warm drink, and snack and hang out by the fireplace and relax while we finish preparing your Christmas tree! Barn Features Free Hot Coffee and Cocoa – Come inside […]

Visits with Santa at Bridgeport Village

Bridgeport Village

A MOMENT OF MAGIC. A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES. Visit Santa for photos and wish taking beginning November 29. Reservations required. Date & Times:  November 29th -  December 1st Friday, 11am to 8pm (Break 3pm-4pm) Saturday, 11am to 8pm (Breaks 1:30pm-2pm and 4pm-5pm) Sunday, 11am to 7pm (Break 3pm-4pm) December 2nd - December 17th Monday - Thursday, 11am to 7pm (Break 3pm-4pm) Friday - Saturday, 10am […]

$34.95

OMSI on ICE

OMSI

Lace up 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. Tickets coming soon! OMSI members receive 50% off of Ice Rink Admission. Member vouchers are not valid for […]

$7
Event Series First Thursday Night Market

First Thursday Night Market

Downtown Canby 232 NW 1st Ave, Canby, OR, United States

Come explore downtown Canby businesses and enjoy visiting our local vendor booths placed along 1st and 2nd Avenues in downtown Canby! There will be fun for the whole family including bouncy houses, food trucks, games, crafts, music and more. The First Thursday Night Market offers you the convenience to shop, dine and explore as we […]

Music Together of Portland Seasonal Sing-Alongs

Portland Metro Area Portland, OR

Music Together of Portland invites you to join us for our special Seasonal Sing-Along classes, and to welcome winter with songs of peace, light, and coziness, plus some Music Together® favorites! Seasonal Sing-Along classes are season-themed, individual class experiences offered "a la carte." Register for one or several, and join the musical fun as we […]

$20 – $25
Event Series Indoor Play Park

Indoor Play Park

Cedar Hill Recreation Center

Bring your children and play indoors out of the weather.  Families with children 6 and under are welcome to gather and interact developing motor and social skills during indoor play. Adult supervision is required.

$5.75 – $7.75

Free First Thursdays at Portland Art Museum

Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR

Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and programs at the Tomorrow Theater in Southeast Portland are free. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

Free
Event Series Winter Village @ Orenco Station

Winter Village @ Orenco Station

Jerry Willey Plaza at Orenco Station Plaza 943 NE Orenco Station Loop, Hillsboro

Find holiday cheer at this outdoor ice-skating rink. Winter Village is a beloved Hillsboro holiday event that is back for the first time since the pandemic. Bring your friends and family to a skate session or rent the rink for your private event. Check out special theme Fridays. Wednesday – Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm Private […]

$3 – $19
Event Series Messy Art

Messy Art

Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, Oregon

Come play and explore with different art materials! Join us for unique, exciting (and messy!) art projects that your child will love. Ages 18 months-5 years, parent participation required. $18 drop-in or purchase a five-class punch card for $80. The class runs every Thursday through December 19th with an exception on Thanksgiving, November 28th.

$18
Event Series Indoor Play Park

Indoor Play Park

Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, Oregon

Come mingle with other families and let your children move and play in our beautiful vintage gymnasium! We have a variety of riding toys, games to play, and the Imagination Playground to build. They'll beg to come back for more!  On Fridays, your little ones will love climbing, jumping, and exploring in our popular tumbling […]

$8

Music Exploration with Zazzy Zoe at Hammer + Jacks!

REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United States

Come sing and learn about music making in this weekly drop-in class with Zazzy Zoe! Every Thursday at 10:30AM, come for a special music lesson filled with singing, movement and music with Zazzy Zoe! 🥁🎶 During these interactive music sessions, participants will begin to learn and practice simple fundamentals of music, all while having a […]

$10 – $15

MRS. CLAUS STORY TIME AT WASHINGTON SQUARE

Washington Square Mall 9585 SW Washington Square Rd, Portland, OR. 97223, Portland, OR, United States

Mrs. Claus will host an engaging story time where kids are invited to experience classic Christmas Stories along with two elves bringing holiday spirit to all. In addition, a caricature artist will be on hand drawing keepsake art for families. Mrs. Claus will be accompanied by an ALS interpreter translating all readings for the enjoyment […]

Free
Event Series Nob Hill Christmas + Santaland

Nob Hill Christmas + Santaland

Santaland 2034 NW 26th Avenue, Portland, OR

Its Christmas Time!  Nob Hill Christmas + Santaland is now open.  Open Most Days till 7pm now thru December 23rd (closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays) Santaland is free for everyone to visit.  Santa will be here on Saturdays and Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas and is also free to visit, (photos are $20). Nob Hill Christmas […]

Event Series Santa Photos at Washington Square

Santa Photos at Washington Square

Washinton Square Mall

Santa will arrive in style at Washington Square on November 7 to welcome everyone home for the holidays.  Santa will be available for pictures at Washington Square through December 24. We will capture your family’s entire Santa experience with multiple cameras that let you bring home the magic. From your child’s first glimpse of Santa […]

Snow Day Village and Santa’s Mailbox

Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR

Warm up by one of our fire pits—perfect for relaxing with friends and family. And don’t miss our snowfall surprise! Snow will drift down three times daily, transforming the park into a true winter wonderland. Snowfall Schedule: 12pm/2pm/4pm Santas Mailbox: This holiday season, bring your letters to Santa’s Mailbox at Director Park! Kids of all ages […]

Free

Do Workshop (2-5 Months) FREE

The Musikry

In music, “do” is foundational, just like the first few months of life. Grow and bond with your infant as we explore the world around us through song, movement, and play. Grownups will be guided through activities that encourage age appropriate development while gaining support and friendship along the way. This class is taught as […]

Free
Event Series Fall Story Time at Tryon Creek

Fall Story Time at Tryon Creek

Tryon Creek State Natural Area

Join Friends of Tryon Creek and local author, illustrator, and naturalist Audrey Sauble for a series of story times. Each story time starts in the Nature Center with a short picture book, before heading outside to learn more about that week's theme. This event is best suited for children 3-5 years old, but all are […]

Hipster Santa at Washington Square Mall

Washington Square Mall 9585 SW Washington Square Rd, Portland, OR. 97223, Portland, OR, United States

Washington Square is thrilled to welcome Hipster Santa to his new home! This beloved Portland favorite will be spreading holiday cheer on Thursdays, December 5 and 12, from 4 to 7 pm. Be sure to prebook your spot, as Hipster Santa is always a hit. Whether you're feeling Naughty or Nice, put on your flannel, […]

Event Series North Pole Adventureland

North Pole Adventureland

Jantzen Beach Shopping Center

North Pole Adventureland is a magical Christmas experience for the whole family! Join us for a delightful adventure, complete with elf guides, toy making, hot cocoa and cookies, and a visit from Santa himself. It’s the perfect way to start a new family tradition!

$30
Event Series Portland Night Market

Portland Night Market

100 SE ALDER Street

175+ of Portland's best vendors celebrating local food, culture, music, drinks and retail.  The Portland Night Market showcases many unique businesses that call Portland home. Blending food, culture, music, drinks and retail together for an adventurous evening in the Central Eastside. Come meet some of Portland's best makers and creators! The Portland Night Market is […]

Free
Event Series Santa Clones 2024

Santa Clones 2024

Are you ready for a Santa scavenger hunt? Local artist Chris Willis has once again hidden an army of over 400 miniature Santa statues at a secret location. This annual "Santa Clones" tradition started in 2011, and you can head over to Willis's IG to solve the clues and find the jolly display lit from […]

Free
Event Series The Polar Express Train Ride

The Polar Express Train Ride

Mt Hood Railroad 110 Railroad Street, Hood River, OR 97031

An interactive trip to visit Santa at the North Pole. Before the train departs, there is a welcoming introduction in the depot, so we advise arriving AT LEAST 45 minutes before departure to allow ample time for parking and making your way into the depot for the pre-boarding entertainment Duration: Approx 1.5 hours total (Round […]

$49 – $109
Event Series Zoo Lights 2024

Zoo Lights 2024

Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United States

This year promises to be the brightest ZooLights yet, with a brand-new magical meadow light show, dozens of life-size animal lanterns along the train route, and more interactive displays than ever. Walk through the famous tunnels of sparkling lights, pose next to colorful animals and make holiday memories to last all year. BrewLights (21+) is Nov. 15 […]

$13 – $20

Christmas Festival of Lights at The Grotto

The Grotto

The Festival of Lights is a walk-through event and visitors can expect to walk approximately one-quarter mile. Enjoy the amazing sounds of local schools, churches and civic groups as they perform inside the Chapel of Mary, with its cathedral-like acoustics. Continuous entertainment for all ages is offered in The Grotto’s plaza area, including outdoor caroling, […]

$2 – $16.50

Wilsonville Community Tree Lighting

Town Center Park in Wilsonville 29600 SW Park Place, Wilsonville, OR

The annual Community Tree Lighting will take place on Thursday, December 5th from 5:30-7pm in Town Center Park. Enjoy choir performances, pictures with Santa, a craft room, and more!

Free

Newberg Holiday Tree Lighting

Chehalem Cultural Center 415 E Sheridan Street, Newberg, OR

We're welcoming the holiday season as a community on December 5, 2024! Come by the Cultural Center around 6 p.m. and say hi to your neighbors while sipping on some hot cocoa, listening to the carolers, and embracing that warm feeling that comes with the holidays. As always, free to attend! If everything goes to […]

Free

Lewis and Clark Presents Dance X

fir acres theatre 615 S Palatine Hill Road, Portland, O, United States

Dance Extravaganza, commonly referred to as Dance X, offers students the opportunity to have their choreography fully staged for large audiences. The Lewis & Clark Dance Program believes in empowering students to create and produce dance at the highest possible level. Since its inception, over a thousand students have participated in making Dance X what […]

$15
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