Find festive ways to celebrate the holiday season. We are adding events as we find them, and — as always — please check with the organizer for the latest information.
MAKE MAGIC AND MEMORIES AT BRIDGEPORT VILLAGE. This post is generously sponsored by Bridgeport Village. Don’t miss their holiday happenings, including visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus story times, musical performances, a whimsical holiday parade, and more! Discover the magic of the holidays with an exclusive family-friendly event calendar at Oregon’s premier shopping destination — the most festive place for holiday ambiance, gift giving, and everything else on your list.
For even more holiday fun, check out our list of places to find Santa and our cheat sheet to the area’s light displays.
You can also check our roundups to find dazzling holiday lights.
Christmas Characters (Including Santa) at Yesteryear Farm
Yesteryear Farms 26801 SW Stafford Rd., Wilsonville, ORSay hello to Santa and other Christmas/Winter characters at Yesteryear Farm! Each weekend has a special character to say hello to (like Frosty the Snowman, Elsa and the Grinch!) — […]
Christmas Characters (Including Santa) at Yesteryear Farm
Yesteryear Farms 26801 SW Stafford Rd., Wilsonville, ORSay hello to Santa and other Christmas/Winter characters at Yesteryear Farm! Each weekend has a special character to say hello to (like Frosty the Snowman, Elsa and the Grinch!) — […]
Santa at Cedar Hills Crossing
Cedar Hills Crossing 3205 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, ORDon'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 […]
Visit Santa at Washington Square
Washington Square Mall 9585 SW Washington Square Rd, Portland, OR. 97223, Portland, OR, United StatesDon'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 […]
Klopman U-Cut Christmas Tree Farm
Klopman Farms 40910 Southeast 30th Street, Washougal, WABring 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 […]
Pittock Mansion’s Home for the Holidays
Pittock Mansion 3229 NW Pittock Drive, Portland, Portland, OR, United StatesPittock 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 […]
Santa at Vancouver Mall
Vancouver MallSanta 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 […]
Santa at Clackamas Town Center
Clackamas Town CenterCatch Santa by Macy's through December 24 at Clackamas Town Center!
Santa at Gresham Station Shopping Center
Gresham Station Shopping Center 649 NW 12th Street, GreshamGet free photos with Santa on Monday, December 1, 8, and 15 by reservation only! There's a free Reindeer Meet & Greet event that includes complimentary hot cider or hot […]
Open Play at PlayLab
PlayLab 7810 SE 15th Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesLooking 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, […]
Seasonal Sing-Along Classes
Portland Metro Area Portland, ORJoin Music Together of Portland to welcome the winter season with singing, dancing, jamming, and imagination!... Snowflakes, snowfriends, sledding adventures, ice skating, and more... All this wintry fun--plus songs of […]
THPRD Indoor Play Parks
Conestoga Recreation and Aquatic CenterIndoor 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 […]
Music Quest at Taborspace
Tabor Space 5441 SE Belmont St., Portland, United StatesCome join me at Taborspace, 10:00 AM-10:45 AM with music and laughter on a Music Quest! On the 1st Monday of the month. Let me take you on a music […]
Cuddles and Connection Babywearing Support Group
10735 SE Stark Street #208 Portland, OR 10735 SE Stark Street #208, portland, orCome make community in SE Portland and get your babywearing questions answered at this monthly support group. Each month we will cover the basics of babywearing and play around with […]
Tree Time! Preschool Walks
Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, ORJoin 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 […]
KidDo-Re-Mi solfege music class 🎶
mary's piano studio portlandKidDo-Re-Mi is a group music class for babies/toddlers, and their adult! Join us for exciting songs and activities designed to enrich our connection with music, and nurture a love of […]
Little Scientists
PlayLab 7810 SE 15th Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesGet ready to explore, experiment, and discover! In this playful, hands-on class, young learners become curious scientists as they dive into exciting topics like color mixing, bubbles, weather, magnets, and […]
Early Childhood Mandarin Music and Movement Class
Lake Oswego Library 706 4th St, Lake Oswego, ORJoin us for a 30-minute Mandarin Music & Movement class specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin […]
The MusikLab
The Musikry 43 NW 3rd St, Gresham, ORWhat is a MusikLab? We provide the space and instruments and you do whatever moves you. MusikLabs are unstructured, all ages (we recommend 6 months - 9 years), and all […]
Snow Day Village & Santa’s Mailbox at Director Park
Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, ORThis 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 […]
Mike Bennet’s Holiday Gift Shop & Giving Tree
Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, ORVisit 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 […]
Lights & Leashes at Winter Wonderland
Portland International Raceway 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR, United StatesLights & Leashes is a dog-friendly walking event where anyone can experience the magic of Winter Wonderland at their own pace. Take a leisurely stroll and see over a millions […]
ZooLights at the Oregon Zoo
Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United StatesThe region’s biggest holiday light display is back at the Oregon Zoo! ZooLights runs Nov. 21 through Jan. 4. Every year, ZooLights dazzles visitors of all ages with wildlife-inspired light displays […]
The Grotto Festival of Lights
The GrottoPresenting the sights, sounds, and sensations of the season, The Grotto’s Christmas Festival of Lights features over two million lights and is the largest Christmas choral festival in the world. […]
Winter Wonderland at Portland International Raceway
Portland International Raceway 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR, United StatesWinter Wonderland is the largest holiday light show in the Pacific Northwest, spanning the entire racetrack at Portland International Raceway. Bring the whole family for a leisurely cruise to see […]
Community Dad’s Group
Brentwood-Darlington Community Center 7211 SE 62nd Ave, Portland, O, United StatesOur program hosts weekly father-child interaction groups, monthly dads’ workshops, and monthly outings just for fathers and kids. We work to increase fathers’ confidence, competence, and help connect them with […]
Monsters of the Abyss Featured Exhibit at OMSI
OMSIOMSI'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 […]
Santa at Cedar Hills Crossing
Cedar Hills Crossing 3205 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, ORDon'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 […]
OMSI On Ice: Indoor Skating
OMSIPut 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 […]
Wicked: For Good at OMSI
OMSIGo 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 […]
Visit Santa at Washington Square
Washington Square Mall 9585 SW Washington Square Rd, Portland, OR. 97223, Portland, OR, United StatesDon'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 […]
Klopman U-Cut Christmas Tree Farm
Klopman Farms 40910 Southeast 30th Street, Washougal, WABring 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 […]
Pittock Mansion’s Home for the Holidays
Pittock Mansion 3229 NW Pittock Drive, Portland, Portland, OR, United StatesPittock 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 […]