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Featured Events
Breathing. Room Exhibit features renowned Indian artist Ranjani Shettar’s Portland Debut
The Lobby at Ellen Browning Building 2871 SE Division Street, Portland, United StatesCurated 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 […]
Mike Bennett’s Holiday Gift Shop & Giving Tree
Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, ORStep 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 […]
Klopman Farms – Christmas Tree Farm
Klopman Farms 40910 Southeast 30th Street, Washougal, WAKlopman 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 […]
Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Vancouver Christmas Show!
The Coffee Church 10311 NE Hwy 99, Vancouver, WA“A laugh-out-loud twist on Scrooge’s classic tale, perfect for the whole family!” In "Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Vancouver Christmas Show!" (Greenberg & Rogen), 5 actors portray a variety of characters in this laugh-out-loud Dickens mash-up. Forget the kid with the BB gun, the green fuzzy guy, or Will Ferrell—this is the classic story of Scrooge, three ghosts, and a […]
The Nutcracker
Skyview Concert Hall 1300 NW 139th Street, Vancouver, WAA whimsical holiday adventure with a uniquely Vancouver twist! There will be tutus and Tchaikovsky, magic and mystery – necessary ingredients for all Nutcrackers. However, this one-of-a-kind production will also feature beavers fighting fur trappers, dancing wapato plants, and Oregon Trail children arriving via covered wagon as local Fort Vancouver history is weaved into the plot of […]
FATHOM by Roboto Octopodo
Central Plaza 520 SW 4th Ave, Portland, United StatesFATHOM is a new immersive art experience produced by local Portland-based creative collective Roboto Octopodo. Featuring oodles of otherworldly undersea-themed creations in the heart of downtown Portland, FATHOM will delight and inspire visitors of all ages! Over 100 installations by 40+ local artists. Fully interactive, with touchable, climbable, and delightful artworks. Wheelchair, walker, and crutches […]
Holiday Express
Oregon Rail Heritage Center 2250 SE Water Avenue, Portland, ORSanta is putting away the sleigh and going by rail! The most highly anticipated event of the year is just around the corner—the beloved Holiday Express! This magical experience will whisk you away for a jolly journey aboard a decorated steam train. You’re invited to Santa’s Enginehouse, where sparkling decorations and scrumptious treats await. Tickets […]
Visits with Santa at Bridgeport Village
Bridgeport VillageA 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 […]
OMSI on ICE
OMSILace 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 […]
A Nutcracker Tea
Portland Community College Sylvania Campus Performing Arts Center 12000 SW 49th Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesA family-friendly abridged version of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker is a magical journey that will enchant the whole family. "A Nutcracker Tea" has been a popular sought after Christmas tradition event in the Portland Metro area since 2004. The traditional classic story of Clara and the Nutcracker Prince is presented by NWDT with elaborate sets, stunning costumes, […]
CLASSICAL BALLET ACADEMY: THE NUTCRACKER
Lincoln Performance Hall at Portland State University 1620 SW Park at MarketClassical 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!
Visit a U-Cut Tree Farm
Check out all the places to get U-Cut Trees this Season here!
Visit a Holiday Market
Check out some local holiday markets here
A Pittock Mansion Christmas: Home for the Holidays
Pittock Mansion 3229 NW Pittock Drive, Portland, Portland, OR, United StatesPittock 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, […]
Breakfast with Santa at Mt. Hood Meadows
Mt. Hood Meadows 14040 OR 35, Mount Hood, O, United StatesWelcome the holiday spirit while enjoying a yummy fireside breakfast with Santa in Vertical's North Pole! Get pictures with Santa and enjoy a delicious breakfast including a waffle bar and yogurt parfait bar before heading out on the snow. We will have two seating times - 8 AM and 9:15 AM. The price of the […]
Cinnamon Bear Breakfast Cruise
portland spirit 110 SE Caruthers St, Portland, United StatesCinnamon Bear and his friends from Maybeland return to Portland to spread holiday cheer! Hop on board the Portland Spirit where the whole family will enjoy reserved seating with a plated breakfast, while a cast of fanciful characters entertains the kids with storytelling, music and magic. Tickets also include a printed souvenir picture with Cinnamon […]
Crafty Natureland at Hoyt Arboretum
Hoyt Arboretum Visitor’s CenterGet inspired by the forest treasures found at Hoyt Arboretum to create your own personal crafts! Join our Nature Educators to create simple, nature crafts using leaves, cones, acorns, sticks, lichens, and more! All materials will be provided with crafting suggestions and instructions available. Crafts are great for ages 5+, but all are welcome!
Santa on The Farm
Triskelee Farms 29700 SW Mountain Rd., West Linn, OregonCome join us for a jolly good time at Triskelee Farm! Santa will be spreading holiday cheer with his helping farm animals. Bring the whole family for a festive day filled with fun , delicious treats, and of course, a chance to meet the man in red himself. Don't forget to bring your camera to […]
Winter Village @ Orenco Station
Jerry Willey Plaza at Orenco Station Plaza 943 NE Orenco Station Loop, HillsboroFind 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 […]
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts 1000 SW Broadway, T-100, Portland, OR, United StatesBack by popular demand, the LIVE musical adaptation of the beloved television special returns to The Judy in downtown Portland. Join Rudolph, Santa, and the hilarious Yukon Cornelius on their journey to save Christmas! Performances at 11am and 2:30pm. Most enjoyed by ages 3 and up. Shows are at 11am and 2:30pm, Saturdays and Sundays […]
The Wizard of Oz: The Panto
The Mission Theater 1624 NW Glisan St. Portland, OR 97209 1624 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR, United StatesPanto is Returning for the 2024 Holiday Season! The Wizard of Oz - A Musical Panto is a fun, interactive, family-friendly holiday event filled with slapstick, witty dialogue, great music, dancing, and a few wink-wink jokes for the adults. Kids and adults will laugh, cheer, and have a wonderful time. Panto is Interactive Theater and the audience […]
Ho Ho Holiday Drag Brunch
ClarkLewis 1001 SE Water Ave, Portland, United StatesShh! Can you hear it? The countdown to cookies and cheer has begun! Join us at Clarklewis, situated in the Central Eastside, for a brunch featuring unforgettable moments wrapped in love and sequins. Your hostess, Donatella Nobody, will sparkle and shine alongside co-host Bolivia Carmichaels, with jolly music from DJ Aurora. Each of these talented performers will be creating […]
Portland Bazaar
The PORTLAND BAZAAR is the city’s finest holiday gift showcase and sale. Started in 2011, our mission is to create an exciting event to highlight the skilled artists, makers and small businesses of Portland, Oregon. When you shop small, you are putting your dollars directly back into the community by supporting someone’s small business, their […]
Portland Saturday Market
2 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204 2 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, ORSaturdays and Sundays, March through December Come celebrate decades of supporting local artists, fostering connections, and embracing the spirit of Portland. Thank you for being a cherished part of our journey—here's to more decades of creativity, community, and countless memories! Nationally recognized as the largest continuously operating open-air arts and crafts market in the country, […]
North Pole Adventureland
Jantzen Beach Shopping CenterNorth 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!
Nob Hill Christmas + Santaland
Santaland 2034 NW 26th Avenue, Portland, ORIts 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 […]
Santa Photos at Washington Square
Washinton Square MallSanta 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 […]
Hanukkah Crafternoon and Storytime
Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education 724 NW Davis, Portland, O, United StatesKids ages 2+ are welcome to drop in and make a Hanukkah craft between 12 - 3pm. At 1pm we will read The Count’s Hanukkah Countdown by Tilda Balsley and Ellen Fischer, illustrated by Tom Leigh (recommended for ages 2-6). At 2pm we will read Hanukkah, written by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Rotem Teplow […]
Snow Day Village and Santa’s Mailbox
Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, ORWarm 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 […]
December Afternoon Tea at Bellpine
Ritz CarltonJoin us for a special Holiday Afternoon Tea in Bellpine. Located on the 20th floor of the beautiful new Ritz-Carlton, Portland and offering sweeping views of the Rose City and surrounding mountains, our High Tea experience is offered in the literal sense. A symphony of flavors awaits in a 90-minute afternoon tea gathering every Saturday […]