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Holidays at the Hanger: Goose Lights at Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum

Evergreen Musuem

Each year we decorate the Aviation Museum for the holidays and feature 2 weeks of evening access to see our aircraft and museum filled with festive lights and holiday decor. As a special treat for the kiddos, Santa will fly in by Helicopter on Saturday Dec. 14th & 21st. And, he will be at the […]

$10

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
Event Series Lightopia: An Illuminated Journey

Lightopia: An Illuminated Journey

Drive through a glimmering landscape with colorful characters and holiday icons in bold, beautiful lights. Plan your own seasonal playlist for more fun. Check back for updates on special events at Lightopia. More than 20,000 cars drive through Lightopia. New this year, reservations are required for Fridays & Saturdays only. All other times are first […]

Free

2024 Portland Christmas Ships Parade

Various Locations Vancouver, WA, United States

During the holiday season, up to 60 boats, 14 to 65 feet long, make up two fleets each brightly decorated in lights and displays. The privately owned vessels come from Portland, Vancouver and beyond to put on a show each year. Some of the boat owners have been part of Christmas tradition for more than […]

Free

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

CLASSICAL BALLET ACADEMY: THE NUTCRACKER

Lincoln Performance Hall at Portland State University 1620 SW Park at Market

Classical Ballet Academy has been honored to put on full-length Nutcracker productions in downtown Portland for the past twenty years. Our school produces over ten elaborate shows every December, and we are thrilled to be a significant part of so many families’ holiday traditions. Please join us for these incredible productions December 17-22!

$14

A Pittock Mansion Christmas: Home for the Holidays

Pittock Mansion 3229 NW Pittock Drive, Portland, Portland, OR, United States

Pittock Mansion Christmas is November 18, 2024, through January 9, 2025. During the holidays, the mansion is adorned with whimsical decorations, thanks to the creative efforts of 75+ dedicated volunteer decorators. This cherished Portland tradition invites guests to immerse themselves in the joyous spirit of the season. Pittock Mansion Christmas is included in general admission, […]

$5 – $13

Family Martial Arts (Ages 3/4) @ SWPMA PLAY

Southwest Portland Martial Arts 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, OR

Join longtime educators and lead instructors at Southwest Portland Martial Arts - Sifu Wally & Lara Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! at 5315 SW Capitol Highway in Hillsdale Town Center, for wee ninjas ages 3 & 4. These are age-appropriate, play-based movement classes, where caretakers take the time to connect with […]

$15 – $25
Event Series Sing, Sign and Play @ SWPMA PLAY!

Sing, Sign and Play @ SWPMA PLAY

Southwest Portland Martial Arts 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, OR

Join longtime educators Lara and Wally Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! @ 6315 SW Capitol Highway, every Tuesday and Wednesday for weekly meetups for littles ages 0-4. *No classes the week of De 23rd or 30th. This is a calm, clean and welcoming space, where people take the time to visit […]

$1 – $10

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
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

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

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
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
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 […]

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 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
Event Series Winter Wonderland Portland

Winter Wonderland Portland

Portland International Raceway 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

The 32nd annual Safeway Winter Wonderland powered by Advantis Credit Union (a division of Rivermark Community Credit Union) is open nightly November 29th-December 31st, 2024. Recognized as the largest drive-thru holiday light show in the Northwest, Winter Wonderland is known for its marvelous light displays, shimmering tunnels and magnificent glowing archways all along the two-mile […]

$38

Holidays at the Hanger: Goose Lights at Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum

Evergreen Musuem

Each year we decorate the Aviation Museum for the holidays and feature 2 weeks of evening access to see our aircraft and museum filled with festive lights and holiday decor. As a special treat for the kiddos, Santa will fly in by Helicopter on Saturday Dec. 14th & 21st. And, he will be at the […]

$10

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
Event Series Black Santa is Coming to Town

Black Santa is Coming to Town

Various Locations Vancouver, WA, United States

Santa is excited to meet you this year making Christmas dreams come true for kids and adults all over the city. He is also on a mission to spread cheer and inclusivity during the holiday season. 2024 DATES Below! To sign up to see Santa, fill out the form online. November 29, 10 am - […]

Free - signup required
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