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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 […]
ReClaim It Holiday Shop 2024
ReClaim It Holiday Shop 2024 528 NW 11th Ave., Portland, O, United StatesWhat: ReClaim It Holiday Shop 2024 Where: 528 NW 11th Ave. Portland, OR 97209 Opening Day: Friday, December 6, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Weekend Hours: Saturday and Sunday, December 7-8, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday, December 14-15, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm This holiday season, ReClaim It is excited to invite the community to its […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Music Together of Portland Seasonal Sing-Alongs
Portland Metro Area Portland, ORMusic 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 […]
Music and Movement with Miss Hattie: Infant/Toddler Enrichment Class and Playgroup
🦖 Dino-Themed Playgroup for Ages 0-2! Join us for a fun, engaging, and educational playgroup in SE Portland! When: Mondays & Wednesdays | 9:30-10:15 AM Where: 3703 SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd Cost: $20 per session This Week’s Theme: Dinosaurs! *Instrument Exploration*Parachute Play*Dinosaur Story time*Themed Toys & Songs Why Join? Connect with local families Encourage […]
Red Yarn at Village Ballroom
Village Ballroom 704 NE Dekum, Portland, OR, United StatesPortland family performer Red Yarn is thrilled to return to the beautiful Village Ballroom on NE Dekum St. for his weekly Wednesday morning music & puppet show. Families are invited to come sing, dance, and experience the joy of community with Red Yarn & his lovable critter puppets. Red Yarn performs from 10:00-10:45 each Wednesday […]
Preschool Skate at Oaks Park
Oaks Amusement Park 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, ORPreschool Skate is back! Tuesday & Wednesday mornings it's a special skating session just for kids 6 and younger and their families. It includes a 15-minute group lesson, snack time, and a visit from Chipper the Squirrel. One free adult per child. Shoes and Strollers are welcome on the skating floor during Preschool skate.
Happy Space Free Play w/Purchase of $25+
Happy Place in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE Foster Rd, Portland, Oregon, United StatesNo sign-up needed come play and shop every Wednesday Come explore our indoor playground on Wednesdays we waive the fee if you make a purchase of $25 or more! For more information about our play area follow this link
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 […]
Sticky Fingers
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonAt Sticky Fingers, your chef-in-training will have the opportunity to chop, mix, measure and taste! In this instructor-led class, your child will expand their palate and prepare delicious, healthy meals and snacks that you can try again at home! Ages 3-5, parent participation required. $18 drop-in or purchase a five-class punch card for $80
Indoor Play Park
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonCome 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 […]
Southeast Nurturing Circle
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonThe Southeast Nurturing Circle is a supportive space for parents - from pregnancy through baby’s 1st year - to gather and find community and support from Bridgetown Baby postpartum doulas and other families. In this weekly gathering, parents and caregivers discuss joys and challenges, share tears and laughter, and offer and receive empathy and ideas […]
STORYTIME WITH MRS. CLAUS AT B&N BRIDGEPORT VILAGE
Bridgeport VillageCreate magical memories! Attend Mrs. Claus for Storytime inside Barnes & Noble. Mrs. Claus will be the special guest at Barnes & Noble's weekly storytime, greeting children and reading aloud from her favorite holiday storybooks. Make a day of your visit! Enjoy the new play area, lunch at one of Bridgeport Village's family-friendly restaurants, or reserve […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Zoo Lights 2024
Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United StatesThis 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 […]
Christmas Festival of Lights at The Grotto
The GrottoThe 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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sing, Sign and Play @ SWPMA PLAY
Southwest Portland Martial Arts 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, ORJoin 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 […]
Music Together of Portland Seasonal Sing-Alongs
Portland Metro Area Portland, ORMusic 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 […]
Family Martial Arts (Ages 3/4) @ SWPMA PLAY
Southwest Portland Martial Arts 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, ORJoin 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 […]