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Portland State Opera presents Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Fallen Giant
Lincoln Studio Theater 1620 SW Park Avenue, 115, Portland, OR, United StatesThe game's afoot! A giant is dead, and his body lies at the base of a great beanstalk. The police believe young Jack is responsible. But the boy insists that he's innocent, and begs the help of the great detective Sherlock Holmes and his colleague, Dr. Watson. Can they untangle this magical mystery? In this …
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Light Up St. Johns! Ugly Sweater Holiday Events
St John's11/6-1/1 | St. Johns Ugly Sweater Holiday Window Displays | Stroll the St. Johns Business District to see the Ugly Sweater themed holiday window decorations from local artists. 11/17-12/17 | Ugly Sweater Cut Outs Photo Contest | Visit St. Johns businesses and take a photo with one of the life-sized ugly sweater cutouts to enter to win one of our weekly …
Silverton Christmas Market and Holiday Lights
Oregon Garden Resort🎄 An immersive holiday event in Silverton, OR. Enjoy one million lights✨ Pics with🎅 Snowless tubing and more! Open Nov 17 - Dec 31, '23 ❤️
A Christmas Carol at Portland Playhouse
Portland Playhouse 602 NE Prescott St., Portland, ORThe story begins with Scrooge, who is known for his cold heart and his lack of compassion for others. He is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of the consequences of his selfish ways. Throughout the night, Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, …
Hanukkah Marketplace
Mittleman Jewish Community CenterThe MJCC and ORA are pleased to co-sponsor this Hannukah Marketplace. Stock up on gifts - support local artists. Nov. 26 - Dec. 1 Sunday: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm Mon-Thurs.: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Fri: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at the MJCC
The Little Lab Science Classes at Experiment PDX
Experiment PDX 1421 SE Stark, Portland, ORDiscover the magic of science together with your little one at The Little Lab! Each class we explore a different science theme such as buoyancy, electricity, and dinosaurs. Class time is full of activities, games, and of course, experiments. Emphasis is placed on independent exploration and hands-on science play. We laugh, we jump around, and we …
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Woodland Walks
Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue and SE Miller St., Portland, OR, United StatesWoodland Walks is a Wednesday morning guided nature class at Sellwood Park, for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. An “adventure satchel” with the tools every nature explorer needs is included with your registration of 4 or more walks. Rain or shine, kids will enjoy learning about their local ecosystem with Teacher Molly! *Class will …
Kids Story & Art @ Awake Coffee & Art
Awake Coffee & Art 7325 Se Milwalkie Ave, Portland, ORStory and Art for littles. Join the Awake Coffee Crew every Monday, Wednesday & Friday @10 am for story and kids crafts! Open time starts with a story. Crafts vary from clay bowls and fairy wands to lanterns and water colored creations. Younger siblings always welcome. Parents encouraged to chat, grab coffee and roam. Open …
Mrs. Claus Storytime
Bridgeport VillageCreate memories! Join 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. Mrs. Claus Storytime inside Barnes & Noble Wednesdays | 11am November 29th & December 6th, 13th Following the event, Mrs. Claus will …
Lights and Leashes at Winter Wonderland PDX
Portland International Raceway 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR, United StatesThis year at Winter Wonderland, we’ll have TWO Lights & Leashes Dog Walk Nights! They will be on Monday, November 27th and Wednesday, November 29th. Walk the track as many times as you like — you don't need to bring a dog to participate. Thank you @quantumfiber for sponsoring these special nights and helping us …
Zoo Lights
Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United StatesZoo Lights is presented by U.S. Bank Oregon's most popular holiday tradition is just around the corner! Kids and adults agree: it wouldn't be the holidays in Portland without a visit to Zoo Lights. Enjoy an immersive and dazzling display of millions of lights! Not able to commit to a timed-entry ticket? This year, we …
Winter Wonderland at the Portland International Raceway
Portland International Raceway 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR, United StatesThe "largest holiday light show west of the Mississippi" is back in the Pacific Northwest! The 31st annual Safeway Winter Wonderland powered by Advantis Credit Union boasts over a million LED builds and hundreds of light displays, many of them animated, that will grab your attention around every corner! All proceeds from the event will …
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Annual Gingerbread Masterpiece Reveal at The Benson Hotel
The Benson HotelThe Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton, invites the public back once again for a live unveiling of the 2023 Gingerbread Masterpiece, a 52-year beloved holiday tradition. The architectural feat promises only one hint to this year’s theme: “a famous example of romanticism, this beautiful sight inspired one dreamer and creator to capture the imaginations …
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Magic of Lights Drive
Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center 2330 17th St NE, Salem, ORFamily Entertainment Live, one of the world’s leading producers of live family entertainment events, announces the return of Magic of Lights® this holiday season, a vibrant, drive-through holiday-themed lights display. Magic of Lights® will take place at 21 locations across the US and Canada, including seven new locations. Inside the comfort of their own vehicle, guests will enjoy …
Light Up St. Johns! Ugly Sweater Holiday Events
St John's11/6-1/1 | St. Johns Ugly Sweater Holiday Window Displays | Stroll the St. Johns Business District to see the Ugly Sweater themed holiday window decorations from local artists. 11/17-12/17 | Ugly Sweater Cut Outs Photo Contest | Visit St. Johns businesses and take a photo with one of the life-sized ugly sweater cutouts to enter to win one of our weekly …
Silverton Christmas Market and Holiday Lights
Oregon Garden Resort🎄 An immersive holiday event in Silverton, OR. Enjoy one million lights✨ Pics with🎅 Snowless tubing and more! Open Nov 17 - Dec 31, '23 ❤️
A Christmas Carol at Portland Playhouse
Portland Playhouse 602 NE Prescott St., Portland, ORThe story begins with Scrooge, who is known for his cold heart and his lack of compassion for others. He is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of the consequences of his selfish ways. Throughout the night, Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, …
Hanukkah Marketplace
Mittleman Jewish Community CenterThe MJCC and ORA are pleased to co-sponsor this Hannukah Marketplace. Stock up on gifts - support local artists. Nov. 26 - Dec. 1 Sunday: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm Mon-Thurs.: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Fri: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at the MJCC
Music and Movement
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonMove and groove with Teacher Alyssa! Learn simple dances, have fun freestyling and make new friends every Thursday as we explore the fundamentals and fun of dance! Note: this class is offered at two times each week: 9:15-10:00am for children ages 18 mo.-3 years and 10:15-11am for children ages 3-5 years. If you have multiple …
Music Exploration with Zazzy Zoe at Hammer + Jacks!
REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesCome sing and learn about music making in this weekly drop-in class with Zazzy Zoe! New weekly event!! 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 …
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Omiyage Holiday Store
Omiyage Holiday Store 411 NW Flanders St., Portland, ORThe Omiyage Holiday Store specializes in Japanese-inspired gifts and crafts by local artists, designers, and authors. Each year, we carefully curate a selection of jewelry, fashion and home accessories, cards, origami creations, art objects, books, and vintage items that is guaranteed to provide unique and inspired gifts for all. Our pop-up shop opens Friday, November …
Nob HIll Christmas + Santa Land
Nob Hill 2034 NW 26th ave, Portland, ORServing Portland with Christmas Trees, Lights and Decorations and of course Santa Land. Featuring Cinnamon Bear, Alpenrose Circus Wagons, and parts from Meyer & Frank delap. We collect these displays and work to restore them and keep them in the public view every christmas. Santa himself comes out on the weekends. We are available for interviews and …
Santa at Gatti Vision
Gatti Vision 15405 SW 116th Ave, Suite 204, King City, OR, United StatesJoin us for a visit with Santa! Santa will be visiting our office all the way from the North Pole on November 30th from 4-7pm. The special evening will include: -Complimentary pictures with Santa -Gatti Vision credit ($$) for future use -Letter writing to Santa's helpers at the North Pole -Much more! *Please note - …
Portland Night Market
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!
Zoo Lights
Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United StatesZoo Lights is presented by U.S. Bank Oregon's most popular holiday tradition is just around the corner! Kids and adults agree: it wouldn't be the holidays in Portland without a visit to Zoo Lights. Enjoy an immersive and dazzling display of millions of lights! Not able to commit to a timed-entry ticket? This year, we …
Winter Wonderland at the Portland International Raceway
Portland International Raceway 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR, United StatesThe "largest holiday light show west of the Mississippi" is back in the Pacific Northwest! The 31st annual Safeway Winter Wonderland powered by Advantis Credit Union boasts over a million LED builds and hundreds of light displays, many of them animated, that will grab your attention around every corner! All proceeds from the event will …
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Wilsonville Tree Lighting
Town Center Park in Wilsonville 29600 SW Park Place, Wilsonville, ORThe annual Community Tree Lighting will take place on Thursday, November 30th from 5-7pm in Town Center Park. Enjoy choir performances, pictures with Santa, a craft room, and more!
Magic of Lights Drive
Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center 2330 17th St NE, Salem, ORFamily Entertainment Live, one of the world’s leading producers of live family entertainment events, announces the return of Magic of Lights® this holiday season, a vibrant, drive-through holiday-themed lights display. Magic of Lights® will take place at 21 locations across the US and Canada, including seven new locations. Inside the comfort of their own vehicle, guests will enjoy …
Frozen Jr. at Imagine Theatre PDX
❄️ Don’t Hold Back Anymore! ❄️ That’s right, tickets for Frozen Jr. are on sale now! Despite performances being 2 months away, 26% of all tickets have already sold - so do not wait! Purchase tickets, and find more info at, imaginetheatre.org/tickets
Light Up St. Johns! Ugly Sweater Holiday Events
St John's11/6-1/1 | St. Johns Ugly Sweater Holiday Window Displays | Stroll the St. Johns Business District to see the Ugly Sweater themed holiday window decorations from local artists. 11/17-12/17 | Ugly Sweater Cut Outs Photo Contest | Visit St. Johns businesses and take a photo with one of the life-sized ugly sweater cutouts to enter to win one of our weekly …
