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Kid's Calendar

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Our Kids Calendar is packed with family-friendly events happening all around Portland! Please confirm event details with the host— we do our best to keep things accurate, but event details can change!

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  • The Nutcracker! Performed by Classical Ballet Academy

    PSU's Lincoln Hall

    Come see the magic of The Nutcracker! Performed by Classical Ballet Academy’s Ballet 6-10 dancers with Ballet 3, Teen Beginning Ballet, Teen Intermediate Ballet, and adult dancers as well. Don’t miss this sell-out performance! This show is approximately two hours long including intermission and is recommended for all audience members. Showtimes: 12/18: 6pm 12/19: 7pm […]

    $19 – $27
  • A Nutcracker Tea

    PCC Sylvania Performing Arts Center 12000 SW 49th Avenue, Portland, OR, United States

    A 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, […]

    $22 – $40
  • OMSI On Ice: Indoor Skating

    OMSI

    Put on 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. Ticket Information Indoor Ice Rink Admission Adult (14+): $10.00 Senior (63+): $9.00 Youth (5-13): $8.00 Member Pricing OMSI members receive 50% off of ice […]

    $8 – $10
  • Visit Santa at Washington Square

    Washington Square Mall 9585 SW Washington Square Rd, Portland, OR. 97223, Portland, OR, United States

    Don't miss Santa pictures at Washington Square! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase. Santa's Schedule and Hours November 7: Fri: 2pm-7pm November 8-9: Sat & Sun: 11am-7pm (Break: 3-4pm) […]

    A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase.
  • Pittock Mansion’s Home for the Holidays

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

    Pittock Mansion Christmas celebrates the holiday in style, with a new theme every year. This year, they’re bringing back an expanded and reimagined version of the Home for the Holidays event, titled “The Decades Tour.” Visitors will enjoy festive displays across nineteen rooms in the mansion and four in the Gate Lodge, each artfully decorated […]

    Free – $17
  • Santa at Vancouver Mall

    Vancouver Mall

    Santa and his elves will be available for visits and photos at Vancouver Mall through December 24! Sensory-friendly Santa is on December 7 at 9am. Check the event host's website for specific hours each day. Reservations are recommended but not required. Walk-ups are always welcome and will be accommodated as time allows.

  • Open Play at PlayLab!

    Open Play at PlayLab

    PlayLab 7810 SE 15th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

    Looking for a cozy, FUN place to explore and play with your little as we head into the inclement fall & winter months? Join us for sensory play, creative building, intentionally built and set imaginary place zones, dress up and books galore! Not to mention snacks, drinks and coffee (for deeply deserving parents and caretakers). […]

    $10
  • Visit Santa at Nob Hill Christmas and Santa Land

    nob hill christmas 2034 NW 26th ave, Portland, OR, United States

    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 […]

    $20
  • Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center

    Pearson Field Education Center 201 A E Reserve St, Vacouver, WA, United States

    Welcome to Open Saturday at Education Center on Pearson Field in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration. Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, […]

    Free
  • Holiday Activities at Hands On

    Holiday Activities at Hands On

    Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United States

    Climb aboard the Imagination Express for train-themed fun December 20th through January 4th! Young engineers can go full steam ahead with hands-on engineering, art, and dream building. Each stop brings brand-new adventures. Go full STEAM ahead in the MakeSpace, get crafty in Art Studio Junction, and visit the Tinker Toyland at East Bay Depot. From crafty […]

  • Christmas at the Museum

    Christmas at the Museum

    Gresham Historical Society 410 N Main Ave, Gresham, OR

    Take your family to Gresham Historical Society museum for photos with Santa on Saturday, vote in the Gingerbread Contest, and enjoy lavish holiday decorations, including a miniature village, nutcrackers, and seven Christmas trees! This year’s theme, Christmas Through the Ages, invites you to celebrate holiday traditions across the centuries at Gresham Historical Society. Stroll among beautifully […]

    Free – $5
  • Merry & Bright Market

    Merry & Bright Market

    2425 SE TV Highway 2425 SE TV Highway, Hillsboro, Oregon

    Shop local and support small businesses! Enjoy fabulous talented creative artists, makers, bakers, and more at the Merry & Bright Market!

    Free to attend
  • Capybara Coloring Contest

    Capybara Coloring Contest

    Linda Letra Bilingual Books 7101 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR, United States

    Join us on December 13th and December 20th for our holiday bilingual Capybara Coloring Contest! Visit Linda Letra Bilingual Books- everyone in the family can enjoy coloring our unique monthly Capybara design with a chance to win a free book! Contest entries are for ages 0-5, 6-14, and 14+, so everyone in the family can […]

  • Fly Through Time with Leapin’ Louie

    Alberta Rose Theatre 3000 NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR

    Fly Through Time with Leapin’ Louie A comedy cowboy circus about animals who fly Louie uses comedy, circus tricks, cowboy stunts and a slide show of amazing creatures to tell a science story about life on our little planet.  He jumps through lassos, cracks whips, juggles glow clubs, plays with puppets and rides a 6-foot […]

    $15 – $25
  • Winter Native Art Market!

    The Clark County Historical Museum is excited to announce the Winter Native Art Market! This highly anticipated event will feature a curated selection of 17 local Indigenous artists and vendors, including returning favorites and several new participants. Visitors will have the chance to purchase unique handcrafted arts, crafts, jewelry, and other Indigenous-made goods, perfect for holiday gift-giving […]

  • Portland Bazaar

    Portland Bazaar

    1715 NW 17th Ave 1715 NW 17th Ave, Portland, Oregon

    This flagship holiday shopping experience shines a spotlight on Portland’s most skilled artists, makers and small businesses. Enjoy 160+ vendors for TWO weekends this holiday season!

  • Visit Santa at Lloyd Center Mall

    Visit Santa at Lloyd Center Mall

    2201 Lloyd Center 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland, Oregon

    It’s not Christmas without your annual Santa Photo! Reserve your spot today to get your Santa picture at Lloyd Center, located next to the ice rink. 100% of your $15 donation supports the Salvation Army. Be sure to bring your own phone or camera, and you can take multiple photos! Click the link below and […]

    $15
  • SpongeBob Scavenger Hunt at the Portland Aquarium

    The Portland Aquarium 603 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

    Starting December 8th and running through the end of Winter Break, come find your favorite characters from the new Spongebob Movie at the Portland Aquarium!! Explore under the sea where you will find over 100 cartoon animals swimming with some of your favorite Spongebob characters. Free Spongebob prizes for everyone that completes the scavenger hunt […]

    $10 – $14
  • Midwinter Revels: Highland Hearth-A Scottish Celebration of the Solstice

    The Scottish Rite 709 SW 15th Ave, Portland, Oregon

    A family-friendly holiday tradition for 30 years, the Portland Revels brings singers, dancers, performers and audience members of all ages together to celebrate the timeless seasonal story of light overcoming darkness through music, dance and story. This December our Midwinter Revels show Highland Hearth travels to Scotland: When Glasgow officials tell a group of Scots […]

    $22 – $110
  • Santa at Creo Chocolate

    Santa at Creo Chocolate

    Creo Chocolate NW 23rd 629 NW 23rd Ave., Portland, Oregon

    Santa and Mrs. Claus make their festive return to Creo Chocolate's NW 23rd shop (629 NW 23rd Ave.) this December! Come say hi and get your picture with Santa on the following dates: December 13 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm December 20 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm December 21 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm Their holiday pop up […]

    Free to meet Santa
  • Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”

    Portland Playhouse 602 NE Prescott St., Portland, OR

    This timeless holiday classic returns to the Playhouse, relating the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a wealthy and miserly businessman who ultimately experiences redemption. As Scrooge learns the importance of kindness, connection, and love, this heart-filled, musically-infused telling of the story is sure to leave audiences feeling uplifted and inspired. Always a local highlight, A Christmas Carol is […]

    $60 – $70
  • Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women

    Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women

    Portland Center Stage

    From America’s most produced playwright comes another fresh adaptation of a familiar classic, just in time for the holiday season. Lauren Gunderson’s Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women takes the legendary novelist and places her at the center of her own story. Under the guidance of their beloved mother, the four young March sisters — tempestuous […]

    $25 – $100
  • Christmas Glow

    Christmas Glow

    6700 Field of Dreams Way NE 6700 Field of Dreams Way NE, Keizer, Oregon

    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 […]

    $18 – $25
  • Clackamas County Winter Fair & Holiday Market!

    694 NE 4th Ave. 694 NE 4th Ave., Canby, Oregon

    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 […]

    Free – $10
  • Silverton Christmas Market

    Silverton Christmas Market

    Oregon Garden Resort

    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 […]

    $12 – $20
  • Santa at Cedar Hills Crossing

    Cedar Hills Crossing 3205 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, OR

    Don't miss Santa pictures at Cedar Hills Crossing! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. Hours vary by day, so be sure to check the event host's website before heading out! Visits with Santa are FREE, and photo packages will be available for […]

    Visits with Santa are FREE, and photo packages will be available for purchase.
  • George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®

    Keller Auditorium 222 SW Clay St, Portland, OR

    Twirl Into the Holidays! A sparkling winter tale set to Tchaikovsky’s festive score. When Marie’s mysterious godfather gives her a magical Nutcracker that comes to life, Marie and her Nutcracker Prince set off on an unforgettable Christmas Eve adventure to the Land of Sweets. Performed by Oregon Ballet Theatre. Presented by Fred Meyer | December […]

    $39 – $188
  • The Nutcracker! Performed by Classical Ballet Academy

    PSU's Lincoln Hall

    Come see the magic of The Nutcracker! Performed by Classical Ballet Academy’s Ballet 6-10 dancers with Ballet 3, Teen Beginning Ballet, Teen Intermediate Ballet, and adult dancers as well. Don’t miss this sell-out performance! This show is approximately two hours long including intermission and is recommended for all audience members. Showtimes: 12/18: 6pm 12/19: 7pm […]

    $19 – $27
  • A Nutcracker Tea

    PCC Sylvania Performing Arts Center 12000 SW 49th Avenue, Portland, OR, United States

    A 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, […]

    $22 – $40
  • OMSI On Ice: Indoor Skating

    OMSI

    Put on 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. Ticket Information Indoor Ice Rink Admission Adult (14+): $10.00 Senior (63+): $9.00 Youth (5-13): $8.00 Member Pricing OMSI members receive 50% off of ice […]

    $8 – $10
  • Visit Santa at Washington Square

    Washington Square Mall 9585 SW Washington Square Rd, Portland, OR. 97223, Portland, OR, United States

    Don't miss Santa pictures at Washington Square! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase. Santa's Schedule and Hours November 7: Fri: 2pm-7pm November 8-9: Sat & Sun: 11am-7pm (Break: 3-4pm) […]

    A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase.
  • Pittock Mansion’s Home for the Holidays

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

    Pittock Mansion Christmas celebrates the holiday in style, with a new theme every year. This year, they’re bringing back an expanded and reimagined version of the Home for the Holidays event, titled “The Decades Tour.” Visitors will enjoy festive displays across nineteen rooms in the mansion and four in the Gate Lodge, each artfully decorated […]

    Free – $17

Seasonal Roundup

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