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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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Santa’s making the rounds all over Portland. 

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Kids Love Museums

It’s the perfect time of year for a museum visit.

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Kid-Friendly Fall Hikes

Don those raincoats and hit the trails. 

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Cinnamon Bear Breakfast Cruise

Set sail to Maybeland with Cinnamon Bear and friends aboard the Portland Spirit! 

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Snow Day Village & Santa’s Mailbox at Director Park

Director’s Park transforms into a Snowy Village. 

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  • Santa at Vancouver Mall

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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!

  • 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
  • SCRAP PDX Sunday Crafternoons

    Sunday Crafternoon

    SCRAP PDX 619 SE 6th Ave, Portland, Oregon

    Join us for Crafternoon, a self-guided, themed crafting session with reuse materials! Our weekly themes vary, offering exciting inspiration like seasonal decor, miniatures, paper crafts, and unusual material challenges. All […]

    $10 – $15
  • 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 […]

    Free to meet Santa

  • Bluey & Bingo’s Holiday Pajama Date (reservation required)

    Play & Ponder 18395 NW West Union RD, Suite A., Portland, Oregon

    Join Bluey and Bingo for 90 minutes of joyful play, creativity, and cozy Christmas fun — where laughter sparkles brighter than the tinsel on the tree! Tuesday, December 21 | 3 […]

    $38
  • 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, […]

    $18 – $25
  • 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 […]

    $12 – $20
  • Santa at Cedar Hills Crossing

    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 […]

    Visits with Santa are FREE, and photo packages will be available for purchase.
  • Visit Santa at Washington Square

    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 […]

    A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase.
  • Santa at Vancouver Mall

    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 […]

  • THPRD Indoor Play Parks

    THPRD Indoor Play Parks

    Conestoga Recreation and Aquatic Center

    Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and […]

    Free – $8
  • 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 […]

  • 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, […]

    $18 – $25
  • 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 […]

    $12 – $20
  • Santa at Cedar Hills Crossing

    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 […]

    Visits with Santa are FREE, and photo packages will be available for purchase.
  • Visit Santa at Washington Square

    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 […]

    A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase.

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We’ve got plenty of ideas for cost-free fun.

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