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GEM FAIRE: November 21-23, 2025, Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave., Hillsboro, OR. Show hours are Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm (no admittance after 4pm Sunday). Admission $7 weekend pass. Free admission for children under 12 years old. Find the perfect holiday gifts for every budget. Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of […]
You are invited to Oregon Buddhist Temple's 10th Annual Holiday Craft Fair on November 22, 9am-3pm. Admission is free and all are welcomed! Over 30 local artisans will be featured, showcasing various handmade crafts made from wood, yarn, fabric, paper, clay, and many more. Spread the word to your family, friends, and community, and we […]
The Brentwood-Darlington Winter Market returns for its 3rd year! This neighborhood favorite brings together local makers, artists, and small businesses for a cozy day of community and creativity. Explore handmade goods, holiday treats, and gifts created by our talented neighbors. There will also be a kids market again, to showcase some of our talented kids […]
GEM FAIRE: November 21-23, 2025, Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave., Hillsboro, OR. Show hours are Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm (no admittance after 4pm Sunday). Admission $7 weekend pass. Free admission for children under 12 years old. Find the perfect holiday gifts for every budget. Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of […]
Visit Snow Day Village downtown for so many holiday festivities including holiday shopping at Mike Bennet’s Ornament Gift Shop. Central City Concern will be hosting a Giving Tree in the gift shop for those wanting to spread holiday cheer to other families.
Kick off the holiday season in Downtown Hillsboro with a tree lighting, family activities, artisan market, holiday performances, and Santa! This event is hosted by Hillsboro Downtown Partnership with Hillsboro Tuesday Night Market, the City of Hillsboro along with community businesses and organizations. Find the latest information on the Hillsboro Downtown Partnership webpage. Saturday, November 22, 2025 Downtown Hillsboro […]
Enjoy an awe-inspiring light display and market at the Oregon Garden Resort! This annual event offers a magical holiday experience for all ages. Stroll along immersive paths draped in more than 1.5 million lights. Explore their authentic German Christmas Market for gifts from artisan vendors and imported German nutcrackers, smokers and ornaments. Visit Santa to share your wish list or enjoy […]
GEM FAIRE: November 21-23, 2025, Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave., Hillsboro, OR. Show hours are Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm (no admittance after 4pm Sunday). Admission $7 weekend pass. Free admission for children under 12 years old. Find the perfect holiday gifts for every budget. Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of […]
Visit Snow Day Village downtown for so many holiday festivities including holiday shopping at Mike Bennet’s Ornament Gift Shop. Central City Concern will be hosting a Giving Tree in the gift shop for those wanting to spread holiday cheer to other families.
Enjoy an awe-inspiring light display and market at the Oregon Garden Resort! This annual event offers a magical holiday experience for all ages. Stroll along immersive paths draped in more than 1.5 million lights. Explore their authentic German Christmas Market for gifts from artisan vendors and imported German nutcrackers, smokers and ornaments. Visit Santa to share your wish list or enjoy […]
Visit Snow Day Village downtown for so many holiday festivities including holiday shopping at Mike Bennet’s Ornament Gift Shop. Central City Concern will be hosting a Giving Tree in the gift shop for those wanting to spread holiday cheer to other families.
Visit Snow Day Village downtown for so many holiday festivities including holiday shopping at Mike Bennet’s Ornament Gift Shop. Central City Concern will be hosting a Giving Tree in the gift shop for those wanting to spread holiday cheer to other families.
Visit Snow Day Village downtown for so many holiday festivities including holiday shopping at Mike Bennet’s Ornament Gift Shop. Central City Concern will be hosting a Giving Tree in the gift shop for those wanting to spread holiday cheer to other families.
Enjoy an awe-inspiring light display and market at the Oregon Garden Resort! This annual event offers a magical holiday experience for all ages. Stroll along immersive paths draped in more than 1.5 million lights. Explore their authentic German Christmas Market for gifts from artisan vendors and imported German nutcrackers, smokers and ornaments. Visit Santa to share your wish list or enjoy […]
Visit Snow Day Village downtown for so many holiday festivities including holiday shopping at Mike Bennet’s Ornament Gift Shop. Central City Concern will be hosting a Giving Tree in the gift shop for those wanting to spread holiday cheer to other families.
Shop incredible local vendors at Mountainside Market! These thoughtfully curated seasonal markets are lovely for the whole family to enjoy.
Celebrate the season of giving with local makers, Santa photos, and community spirit. All proceeds benefit HomePlate Youth Services, supporting local youth in need. Let’s come together to share warmth, joy, and generosity this holiday season. HomePlate’s mission is to create a community where every young person has access to safety, stability, and opportunity because […]
Visit Snow Day Village downtown for so many holiday festivities including holiday shopping at Mike Bennet’s Ornament Gift Shop. Central City Concern will be hosting a Giving Tree in the gift shop for those wanting to spread holiday cheer to other families.
Supporting 120+ talented local artisans and makers, this three-day event offers vital economic opportunities for small businesses and a vibrant place for our community to gather, connect, and shop locally during the holiday season. The Market has plenty of fun for kids! Young visitors can get creative at our holiday-themed crafting stations, where they can […]
Opens Friday, November 28th and goes through December 31! Glow Christmas Oregon is a festive light celebration with something for everyone! Glow Oregon is an expansive outdoor walk-around light experience, with large covered areas throughout the festival. All attractions throughout the event are included in the ticket price. The event includes over 1 million twinkling […]
This year’s Winter Fair is going to be more magical than ever before! Be dazzled by over 200,000 shimmering lights and enchanting scenes. This half-mile walk will whisk you through tunnels of wonder, leading you straight to the arena, where our large Christmas tree will put on a little show by lighting up the night […]
Enjoy an awe-inspiring light display and market at the Oregon Garden Resort! This annual event offers a magical holiday experience for all ages. Stroll along immersive paths draped in more than 1.5 million lights. Explore their authentic German Christmas Market for gifts from artisan vendors and imported German nutcrackers, smokers and ornaments. Visit Santa to share your wish list or enjoy […]
New Sweden is proud to host their 4th Annual Scandinavian Christmas Goat Market, on Saturday, November 29, at the historic Norse Hall in Portland, Oregon. Guests will get in the holiday spirit (julstämning) as they: WANDER through 30+ vendors selling an array of Nordic goods EXPLORE the huge LEGO Christmas display TASTE the Nordic foods […]
Supporting 120+ talented local artisans and makers, this three-day event offers vital economic opportunities for small businesses and a vibrant place for our community to gather, connect, and shop locally during the holiday season. The Market has plenty of fun for kids! Young visitors can get creative at our holiday-themed crafting stations, where they can […]
Made by kids, inspired by wonder. Showcasing the imagination of young creators. ***PLEASE FILL OUT FORM AND PROCEED TO CHECK OUT. THIS EVENT IS FREE, BUT TICKETS ARE NEEDED TO VEND*** Join us for a joyful morning celebrating creativity and community at the Words + Wonders Kid Market! This special event invites kids ages 16 […]
Christmas Goat Market! Gather your friends and family for a day of julstämning (holiday spirit) and immerse yourselves in beloved Nordic traditions at New Sweden Cultural Heritage Society's 4th Annual Scandinavian Christmas Goat Market. Feel the warmth of the holidays at Portland's historic Norse Hall and partake in holiday traditions of music, dance, and food. […]
Nob Hill Christmas and Santa Land is open once again for the 2025 Christmas Season. We are located at NW 26th and Wilson st in downtown Portland and feature classic department store displays, photos with Santa on the weekends and Christmas decor retail, fresh cut Christmas Trees, Garland and Wreaths. This year we are also […]
All local and all handmade! Find one-of-a-kind, handmade crafts and goods made by local crafters and creators while supporting small businesses.
Friends of Woodstock Community Center presents their 1st annual Holiday Market! Over a dozen artists, bakers, and crafters are ready to ring in the holiday season with handcrafted goods made right here in Woodstock. Free entry to this event!
The event free to the public and includes 80+ amazing local crafters and artists. It's the perfect place to find the most unique gifts for your geeky/nerdy family & friends... or yourself!
Shop incredible local vendors at Mountainside Market! These thoughtfully curated seasonal markets are lovely for the whole family to enjoy.
Celebrate the season of giving with local makers, Santa photos, and community spirit. All proceeds benefit HomePlate Youth Services, supporting local youth in need. Let’s come together to share warmth, joy, and generosity this holiday season. HomePlate’s mission is to create a community where every young person has access to safety, stability, and opportunity because […]
Visit Snow Day Village downtown for so many holiday festivities including holiday shopping at Mike Bennet’s Ornament Gift Shop. Central City Concern will be hosting a Giving Tree in the gift shop for those wanting to spread holiday cheer to other families.
