Name: Visit Hipster Santa
Start: 2025-12-18T16:00:00-08:00
End: 2025-12-18T19:00:00-08:00
Location: Washington Square Mall

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December 2025
Dec 18 Monsters of the Abyss Featured Exhibit at OMSI

Monsters of the Abyss Featured Exhibit at OMSI

OMSI

OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked […]

$15 – $20
Dec 18 Beauty and the Beast: The Musical Panto

Beauty and the Beast: The Musical Panto

The Mission Theater 1624 NW Glisan St. Portland, OR 97209 1624 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR, United States

Panto is Returning for the 2025 Holiday Season! Beauty and the Beast - A Musical Panto is a fun, interactive, family-friendly holiday event filled with slapstick, witty dialogue, great music, […]
Dec 18 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.
Dec 18 The Nutcracker! Performed by Classical Ballet Academy

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 […]

$19 – $27
Dec 18 OMSI On Ice: Indoor Skating

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 […]

$8 – $10
Dec 18 Wicked: For Good at OMSI

Wicked: For Good at OMSI

OMSI

Go see Wicked: For Good at OMSI's Empirical Theater! Tickets $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | OMSI Members receive half-off admission for this screening Member Empirical vouchers are not […]

$7 – $9
Dec 18 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.
Dec 18 North Pole Adventureland at the Jantzen Beach Shopping Center

North Pole Adventureland at the Jantzen Beach Shopping Center

Jantzen Beach Shopping Center

The North Pole Adventureland Experience is an indoor walk-through, immersive holiday attraction for families of all sizes and ages! Guests will venture down Candy Cane Lane to find The North […]

$30
Dec 18 Portland Christmas Ships Parade

Portland Christmas Ships Parade

Delight in the Portland Christmas Ships Parade this season! Several events take place throughout December, and Santa might be at a few! Visit the event host's calendar for details. Most […]
Dec 18 Klopman U-Cut Christmas Tree Farm

Klopman U-Cut Christmas Tree Farm

Klopman Farms 40910 Southeast 30th Street, Washougal, WA

Bring your loved ones, take a short drive, park your car and get hunting for the Christmas tree of your dreams, as you gaze upon thousands of Nobles, Douglas and […]
Dec 18 Pittock Mansion’s Home for the Holidays

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 […]

Free – $17
Dec 18 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 […]
Dec 18 Santa at Clackamas Town Center

Santa at Clackamas Town Center

Clackamas Town Center

Catch Santa by Macy's through December 24 at Clackamas Town Center!
Dec 18 12 Days of Zen Penguin!

12 Days of Zen Penguin!

Zen Penguin went on a trip and we need help getting him home! DEC 6 - DEC 31 12 unique 4ft Zen Penguin cutouts are hiding in local Portland businesses! […]
Dec 18 @ 9:00 am - 10:50 am Sing, Sign & Play @ SWPMA PLAY! In SW Hillsdale

Sing, Sign & Play @ SWPMA PLAY! In SW Hillsdale

SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United States

Join longtime educators Lara and Wally Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! every Tuesday and Thursday for weekly meetups for littles ages 0-4. *No class on Thanksgiving […]
Dec 18 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 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, […]

$10
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am - 10:40 am Family Martial Arts (Ages 3/4) @ SWPMA PLAY!

Family Martial Arts (Ages 3/4) @ SWPMA PLAY!

SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United States

Join longtime educators and lead instructors at Southwest Portland Martial Arts - Sifu Wally & Lara Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! at 5315 SW Capitol Highway […]

$15 – $25
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm THPRD Indoor Play Parks

THPRD Indoor Play Parks

Cedar Hill Recreation Center

Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Cedar Hills Recreation Center for a variety of fun games for children under the age of six! Enjoy our […]

Free – $8
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

The FLIP Museum Turns 1!

The FLIP Museum 136 SE 3rd Ave Ste 200, Hillsboro, OR, United States

The FLIP Children's Museum of Hillsboro is turning one this week. To celebrate, we will have face painting and special crafts on Thursday, 12/18, 10:00-1:00. Additionally, on 12/18 or 12/19, […]

$8
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Sasquatch: Ancestral Guardians

Sasquatch: Ancestral Guardians

World Forestry Center's Discover Musuem 4033 SW Canyon Road World Forestry Center, Portland, OR, United States

“We must walk lightly when we are between worlds with this sacred being.” – Phillip Cash Cash Indigenous peoples have long been in relationship with and shared stories about sacred forest […]

$8
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 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 […]

Free – $5
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Winter Village @ Orenco Station

Winter Village @ Orenco Station Outdoor Ice Skating

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 […]

$19
Dec 18 @ 10:15 am - 11:45 am Community House Open Gym

Community House Open Gym

Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, Oregon

Let the littles run, roll, and explore in our old-school basketball gym! We transform the space with ride-on toys, balls, and toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended play. Perfect for burning energy […]

$8
Dec 18 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Family Storytime at Vancouver Mall Public Library

Family Storytime at Vancouver Mall Public Library

Vancouver Mall

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Hosted by the Vancouver Mall Public Library on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11am-12pm. […]

Free
Dec 18 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Holiday Storytime at Bridgeport Village

Holiday Storytime at Bridgeport Village

Bridgeport Village

HOLIDAY STORYTIMES AT BARNES & NOBLE Wednesdays & Thursdays | 11am December 3, 4, 10, 11 - Lead by Santa's Elves December 17 & 18 - Special appearance by Mrs. […]

Free
Dec 18 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm 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 […]

$15
Dec 18 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Snow Day Village & Santa’s Mailbox at Director Park

Snow Day Village & Santa’s Mailbox at Director Park

Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR

This holiday season Director Park will turn back into a true winter wonderland with the return of Snow Day Village! Warm up by a fire pit, grab some smore’s, and […]

Free to attend
Dec 18 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Mike Bennet’s Holiday Gift Shop & Giving Tree

Mike Bennet’s Holiday Gift Shop & Giving Tree

Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR

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 […]

Free to attend
Dec 18 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Mike Bennett Studios: Gilly Scavenger Hunt

Mike Bennett Studios: Gilly Scavenger Hunt

Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR

Mike Bennett's Gilly the Goldfish has escaped from the Portland Aquarium and we need your help finding her. Come take part in the Gilly the Goldfish Scavenger hunt happening this […]

Free
Dec 18 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm SpongeBob Scavenger Hunt at the Portland Aquarium

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 […]

$10 – $14
Dec 18 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Tumble Time

Tumble Time

OMEGA Gymnastics 9700 SW Harvest Ct STE 180, Beaverton, OR

Instructor supervised open play for all skill levels ages 24 months - 8 years old. One hour time includes warm up, event rotation areas, and play time. Ages 24 months […]

$5.00
Dec 18 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Holidays on Downtown’s Transit Mall

Holidays on Downtown’s Transit Mall

Downtown Portland

Portland Mall Management partners with Pioneer Courthouse Square and local businesses to bring free events and performances to the Transit Mall! Enjoy live performances while connecting businesses, retailers, residents, and […]

Free
Dec 18 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Visit Hipster Santa

Visit Hipster Santa

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

Washington Square is thrilled to welcome Hipster Santa to his new home! This beloved Portland favorite will be spreading holiday cheer on Thursdays, December 4, 11 and 18, from 4 […]

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