Find festive ways to celebrate the holiday season all over Portland. We are adding events as we find them, and — as always — please check with the organizer for the latest information. We hope you have the best holiday season!
For even more holiday fun, check out our list of places to find Santa and our cheat sheet to the area’s light displays.
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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 […]
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Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and […]
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Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, […]
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Mt. Angel Volksfest
500 Wilco Hwy NE 500 Wilco Hwy NE, Mt. Angel, OregonHead to Mt. Angel for Volksfest: A family-friendly event celebrating food, music, and community! Festival favorites, the Junebugs and Festival Brass, will be returning. The event host will be updating […]
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Portland’s Folk Festival
Crystal Ballroom 1332 W Burnside, Portland, OR, United StatesEnjoy music as a family at the an annual celebration of folk and Americana music showcasing 30 local and national artists hosted by the historic Crystal Ballroom. All proceeds donated […]
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Find Your Heart in Happy Valley
Happy ValleyKick off the new year with a city-wide treasure hunt! From Jan 5–30, we’re hiding handmade glass hearts by local artist Sweet Lomy Art all around Happy Valley and you […]
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Studio Ghibli Film Fest
OMSIOMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites […]
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Winter Scavenger Hunt at Bridgeport Village
Bridgeport VillageWINTER SCAVENGER HUNT January 15 - February 15 Wander around Bridgeport Village to spot all 12 penguin stickers! Jot down the store where each penguin is hiding and check it […]
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Wiener Week 2026
The Portland Mercury proudly presents its newest, most mouthwatering member of the Food Week Family: Wiener Week! From January 26 to February 1, the city’s boldest chefs will craft their most […]
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2026 Oregon Lunar New Year Celebration at Keller Auditorium
Keller Auditorium 222 SW Clay St, Portland, ORHead to Keller Auditorium on January 31, 2026 for the 2026 Oregon Lunar New Year Celebration—the state’s most prestigious and authentic Asian cultural celebration. Experience an extraordinary evening featuring world-class […]
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Live Music with Mike Abang
Hillsboro Downtown Station 320 SE Baseline St, Hillsboro, O, United StatesCome down to Hillsboro Station for some island music from our friend Mike Abang! Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
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Written in Stone
Echo Theater PDX 1515 SE 37th Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesWritten in Stone blends aerial arts, acrobatics, and dance to explore Irish folklore and history. Through the image of a well shaped by generations, the work considers how stories evolve […]
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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 […]
$15 – $20 -
Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and […]
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Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, […]
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Mt. Angel Volksfest
500 Wilco Hwy NE 500 Wilco Hwy NE, Mt. Angel, OregonHead to Mt. Angel for Volksfest: A family-friendly event celebrating food, music, and community! Festival favorites, the Junebugs and Festival Brass, will be returning. The event host will be updating […]
Free – $15 -
Find Your Heart in Happy Valley
Happy ValleyKick off the new year with a city-wide treasure hunt! From Jan 5–30, we’re hiding handmade glass hearts by local artist Sweet Lomy Art all around Happy Valley and you […]
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Studio Ghibli Film Fest
OMSIOMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites […]
$16 – $22 -
Winter Scavenger Hunt at Bridgeport Village
Bridgeport VillageWINTER SCAVENGER HUNT January 15 - February 15 Wander around Bridgeport Village to spot all 12 penguin stickers! Jot down the store where each penguin is hiding and check it […]
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Share the Love at Tualatin Parks
Hunt for hand-blown glass hearts scattered throughout Tualatin parks and trails the entire month of February. Keep the heart as a reminder of the love we have for our city or […]
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Wiener Week 2026
The Portland Mercury proudly presents its newest, most mouthwatering member of the Food Week Family: Wiener Week! From January 26 to February 1, the city’s boldest chefs will craft their most […]
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Tula-Tu’s First Birthday at the Oregon Zoo
Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United StatesTula-Tu is turning 1 and we’re ready to celebrate! Join us at the zoo to wish her a happy birthday. Tula-Tu will receive a brand-new ball from the Portland Fire, the […]
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Black History Month at the Portland Art Museum
Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, ORThroughout February, the Portland Art Museum celebrates Black history, creativity, and cultural leadership through a dynamic series of films, performances, lectures, conversations, and community-centered programs, presented in partnership with local […]
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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 […]
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Music & Singalongs with Mr. Ben at Mike Bennett’s Wonderwood Springs!
Wonderwood Springs 8811 N Lombard St, Portland, ORJoin us every Sunday morning at 10 am for a free kids' concert — the perfect weekend activity for families and kids!
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Kids Book and Clothing Swap at the Literacy Kid Lounge + Bookshop
Literacy Kid Lounge 2200 SE Oak Grove Blvd, Oak Grove, OR, United StatesJoin us for a Kids’ Clothing & Book Swap on Sunday, February 1 from 10 AM to noon at the Literacy Kid Lounge + Bookshop! Bring your gently used clothes […]
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Lunar New Year Celebration: Vancouver Chinese Association
Vancouver Community Library 901 C Street, Vancouver, WA, United StatesEnjoy vibrant celebration of the 2026 Lunar New Year with traditional Chinese music, storytelling, and crafts for all ages. Discover the rich history and customs associated with the energetic Year […]
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The Gan – Portland Jewish Preschool TU B’SHVAT FAIR & CONCERT
The Gan 6612 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, ORThe Gan – Portland Jewish Preschool TU B’SHVAT FAIR & CONCERT Sunday, February 1 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Location: The Gan 6612 SW Capitol Hwy Portland Free and Open […]
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Pete the Cat LIVE
The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts 1000 SW Broadway, T-100, Portland, OR, United StatesBack by popular demand! Pete the Cat and company rock out in this fast-paced, globe-trotting musical adventure based on the smash hit book series! Northwest Children's Theater's Pete the Cat […]
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CLASS Academy Open House
CLASS Academy 2730 NW Vaughn St., Portland, O, United StatesJoin us on Sunday, February 1st at 11:00am for our Open House! Prospective families are invited to visit CLASS Academy for an upcoming Open House! Tour our classrooms, meet our […]
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February Family Movies @ Ponzi Vineyards
Ponzi Vineyards 19500 SW MOUNTAIN HOME RD, SHERWOOD, OR, United States11 AM–1 PM | Limited seating—RSVP in bio Feb 1 – Soul 🎷 Spark your creativity Grammy weekend! Feb 8 – The Bad Guys 2 🏈 Teamwork + laughs = Super Bowl Sunday fun! […]
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Wicked Craft: Imbolc Blessings Vendor Market
Rae Loft 2222 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR, United StatesWicked Craft: Bazaar and Craft Fairs are a seasonal market series that focuses on supporting women-owned businesses and artists. It is operated by Rae Loft at the Bakery Building and […]
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Black Portland History Scavenger Hunt
Albina Library 205 NE Russell St, Portland, OR, United StatesBlack Portland History Scavenger Hunt Do you like Black history, exploring Portland with friends, playing games, and winning prizes? World Stage Theatre and Oregon Black Pioneers presents the Black Portland History Scavenger Hunt! Sunday, February 1, […]
Free to participate