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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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Fall Discount Days at the Oregon Zoo

Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United States

We invite you to connect with nature from Monday, Nov. 3, through Sunday, Nov. 9, with $13 zoo admission. Timed-entry tickets must be purchased in advance online. Tickets on sale in early October. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts, including membership. Infants age 0 to 1 are free when reserved with a paid […]

$13

Fall Discount Days at the Oregon Zoo

Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United States

We invite you to connect with nature from Monday, Nov. 3, through Sunday, Nov. 9, with $13 zoo admission. Timed-entry tickets must be purchased in advance online. Tickets on sale in early October. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts, including membership. Infants age 0 to 1 are free when reserved with a paid […]

$13
Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]

$5 – $8

37th Annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

Join us in honoring our nation’s heroes at the 37th Annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade—a cherished community tradition held rain or shine at the historic Fort Vancouver National Site. This event pays tribute to veterans from all branches of service and celebrates the spirit of community and gratitude that defines the day. This free public event features more than 75 […]

Free

37th Annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

Join us in honoring our nation’s heroes at the 37th Annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade—a cherished community tradition held rain or shine at the historic Fort Vancouver National Site. This event pays tribute to veterans from all branches of service and celebrates the spirit of community and gratitude that defines the day. This free public event features more than 75 […]

Stimson Lumber Tree Arrival at Pioneer Square

Pioneer Square

Kick-off of the holiday season Downtown as Portland’s 75ft tall Douglas-fir Tree is welcomed to Portland’s Living Room!  Say hello to Santa, enjoy free hot chocolate and join in the fun of this annual tradition.

Free
St. Johns Farmers Market

St. Johns Farmers Market

St. Johns

The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. New this year, SJFM is excited to partner with OSU Extension Service to bring hands-on nutrition education to the kids activity booth. The program, […]

Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]

$5 – $8
Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]

$5 – $8
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
St. Johns Farmers Market

St. Johns Farmers Market

St. Johns

The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. New this year, SJFM is excited to partner with OSU Extension Service to bring hands-on nutrition education to the kids activity booth. The program, […]

Turkey Trot in Hillsboro

Hare Field 1147 NE Grant St, Hillsboro, OR

The Turkey Trot is a Hillsboro family tradition! This fun and festive event is open to residents in Hillsboro School District boundaries. Registration closes on Thursday, November 20. Walk-up registration is allowed. Age Divisions & Distances3 & Under: 50m @ 9:30amPreschool: 50m @ 9:40amKindergarten: 75m - 9:50amGrade 1: 100m @ 10:00amGrade 2: 200m @ 10:10amGrade […]

Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]

$5 – $8

Hillsboro Holly Days Celebration

Cultural Arts District in Downtown Hillsboro 100-399 E Main Street, Hillsboro, OR

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 […]

Free
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
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
Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]

$5 – $8
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
Self Guided Tour at Goldendale Reindeer

Self Guided Tour at Goldendale Reindeer

Goldendale Reindeer Farm 15 Marett Way, Goldendale, Washington

Self-Guided Reindeer Farm Tour at Goldendale Reindeer! A cozy, hands-on way to experience the magic of the farm at your own pace! Step into the wonder of Goldendale Reindeer with our Self-Guided Tour, perfect for families, couples, and anyone who loves the charm of a country Christmas. This relaxed 5-station audio tour lets you explore […]

$5

61st Annual Tree Lighting Festival

Millennium Plaza Park

The City of Lake Oswego and the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce(link is external) invite you to ring in the holiday season with the annual Tree Lighting Festival! 2025 marks the 61st anniversary of this time-honored tradition. Festivities take place at Millennium Plaza Park, with festive music and caroling, a holiday marketplace with food and artisan vendors, […]

Free

41st Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Pioneer Square

Pioneer Square

A joyful community sing-along led by Portland’s own Thomas Lauderdale of Pink Martini with many of Portland’s finest musical artists and chorale singers. Portland’s Tree Lighting Ceremony is the highlight of the holiday season in downtown.  Join in this holiday tradition as Santa Claus ‘flips the switch’ to illuminate nearly 10,000 colorful lights on our […]

Free
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
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
St. Johns Farmers Market

St. Johns Farmers Market

St. Johns

The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. New this year, SJFM is excited to partner with OSU Extension Service to bring hands-on nutrition education to the kids activity booth. The program, […]

Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Tree Time! Preschool Walks

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]

$5 – $8
Reindeer Magic at Dennis 7 Dees

Reindeer Magic at Dennis 7 Dees

Dennis 7 Dees

Bring the whole family to meet Santa and his Reindeer for a magical holiday experience! See real Reindeer, visit with Santa Claus, and enjoy festive family activities at this community-favorite holiday event at the Lake Oswego, Cedar Hills, and Vancouver Garden Centers! Additional vendor offerings include Santa photos, face painting, fresh food, sweet treats, warm beverages, […]

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
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
Winter Village @ Orenco Station

Winter Village @ Orenco Station

Jerry Willey Plaza at Orenco Station Plaza 943 NE Orenco Station Loop, Hillsboro

November 30, 2025 – January 11, 2026* Jerry Willey Plaza at Orenco Station Find seasonal cheer at this outdoor ice-skating rink. Winter Village is a beloved Hillsboro event. Bring your friends and family to a skate session or rent the rink for your private party. Don't miss exciting special events and skate days! Public Skate Sessions […]

$19

Seasonal Roundup

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