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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Waning Gibbous Art Show
yardbirds coffee 4502 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesHand-made paper by local artist Romana Sena is available for you to draw your art on to be hung alongside her art at yardbirds coffee shop!
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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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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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Waning Gibbous Art Show
yardbirds coffee 4502 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesHand-made paper by local artist Romana Sena is available for you to draw your art on to be hung alongside her art at yardbirds coffee shop!
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Family-Friendly Bike Rides to PSU Farmers Market
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local […]
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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 […]
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Cozy Campfire Tales
Little Nestlings Early Learning Center 19200 Willamette Drive, West Linn, O, United StatesExperience the magic of storytelling, crafting, and singing at our Cozy Campfire Tales event! Gather around our "campfire" for a heartwarming reading of Owl Moon by Jane Yolen, a beloved tale about […]
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Kids’ Mornings at Oaks Park Roller Rink
Oaks Amusement Park 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OREnjoy a kid-centered skating session featuring a special playlist of kid-friendly hits, skate games, a visit from Chipper the Squirrel. During October-May, the session also features a short group lesson […]
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Cocoa With A Cop
Washinton Square MallYou're invited to join Tigard Police for hot cocoa and treats! Meet the officers who serve your community, ask them questions and learn about a day in the life of […]
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Hillsboro Parent Preschool Open House
Hillsboro Parent Preschool 168 NE Eighth Ave, Hillsboro, OR, United StatesHillsboro Parent Preschool is a unique, parent co-op preschool located in historic downtown Hillsboro. We are Reggio Emilia inspired and value learning through play! We prioritize daily outdoor time, with […]
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Portland Waldorf School Open House
Portland Waldorf School 2300 SE Harrison St, Milwaukie, OR, United StatesOpen House for Nursery - Grade 8 at Portland Waldorf School in Downtown Milwaukie, January 24 from 10am-12pm
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Hillsboro Parent Preschool Open House
Hillsboro Parent Preschool 168 NE Eighth Ave, Hillsboro, OR, United StatesHillsboro Parent Preschool has been a beloved institution in Hillsboro for over forty years! Located in downtown Hillsboro, HPP is a nurturing environment for children ages 3 to 5 and […]
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Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center
Pearson Field Education Center 201 A E Reserve St, Vacouver, WA, United StatesWelcome to Open Saturday at Education Center on Pearson Field in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is […]
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Bard Storytime at Mike Bennett’s Wonderwood Springs!
Wonderwood Springs 8811 N Lombard St, Portland, ORJoin us every Saturday as Gerard "The Bard" Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books are generously donated by our neighbors at Twin Rivers Books. Free […]
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Yeti Storytime
Green Bean Books 1600 NE Alberta Street, Portland, ORGreen Bean Books will be bringing some whimsy this winter with their Yeti Story Time and Visit on Saturday, January 24th at 11am. They will be reading fun yeti stories and […]
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Saturday Movies at Ponzi
Ponzi Vineyards 19500 SW MOUNTAIN HOME RD, SHERWOOD, OR, United StatesJoin us Saturdays at 11am for January movies at Ponzi—where parents come for the wine and kids come for the treats. Enjoy family-friendly favorites on the screen: K-Pop Demon Hunters […]
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Wonderlove Winter Wellness Weekend!
WonderLove 262 SE MAIN ST., PORTLAND, OR, United StatesJoin us for a cozy indoor/outdoor 2 Day Winter Wellness Weekend featuring Vendors, Our New Outdoor Tent / Mocktail Menu, Food Carts, & more! WHAT TO EXPECT: -Over 20 Health […]
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Portland Tacos, Tequila and Tamales Festival
Portland Expo Center 2060 N. Marine Dr., Portland, OR, United StatesGet ready for a flavorful weekend at the 2nd Annual Portland Tacos, Tequila, and Tamales Festival, happening Expo Center! Bringing together the best of Portland’s food scene with a celebration […]
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Oregon City Swimming Pool 60th Birthday Celebration
Oregon City Swimming Pool 1211 Jackson St., Oregon City, OR, United StatesOn Saturday, January 24, the Oregon City Swimming Pool will host a FREE Rec. Swim at 12:30 pm, followed by a Celebration in the Community Room starting at 2 pm. […]
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Rock and Skate at Lloyd Center Mall
Lloyd Center Ice Rink 953 Lloyd Ctr., PortlandEnjoy an early evening of skating at Lloyd Center Mall each weekend! Their Rock and Skate features a special DJ and a discounted price for skating.
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Autoretrato de Fridita
Milagro 525 Southeast Stark Street, Portland, OR, United StatesAs a child during the Mexican Revolution, a young Frida Kahlo helps her mother dress the wounds of soldiers and discovers the world of photography through her father. With the […]
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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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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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Ilan Katan Open House
Maayan Torah Day School 2 Touchstone, Lake Oswego, O, United StatesCome explore Ilan Katan's nurturing, playful environment, meet our educators, and learn more about our program for children 6 weeks through Pre-K. Registration is not required to attend! This event is […]
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Charise Mericle Harper: WRONG FRIEND
Literary Arts Bookstore 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland, O, United StatesJoin the Literary Arts Bookstore for a very special event with Charise Mericle Harper for the release of her latest graphic novel, Wrong Friend! About the book: What happens when your […]
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