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.
REDISCOVER BRIDGEPORT VILLAGE. This post is generously sponsored by Bridgeport Village. Don’t miss their holiday happenings, including visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus story times, live music, celebrations, and more! Bridgeport Village is busy putting the finishing touches on an extensive refresh, leaving no detail to chance as the successful shopping and lifestyle center prepares for the busy holiday season. Radiating from a new, park-like Village Green, a well-curated assortment of retailers, family-friendly restaurants and entertainment options stand ready to impress guests of all ages. Bridgeport Village is a reimagined four-season destination, artfully blending shopping, dining, and discovery.
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.
Light Up St. Johns! Ugly Sweater Holiday Events
St John's11/6-1/1 | St. Johns Ugly Sweater Holiday Window Displays | Stroll the St. Johns Business District to see the Ugly Sweater themed holiday window decorations from local artists. 11/17-12/17 | Ugly Sweater Cut Outs Photo Contest | Visit St. Johns businesses and take a photo with one of the life-sized ugly sweater cutouts to enter to win one of our weekly …
Silverton Christmas Market and Holiday Lights
Oregon Garden Resort🎄 An immersive holiday event in Silverton, OR. Enjoy one million lights✨ Pics with🎅 Snowless tubing and more! Open Nov 17 - Dec 31, '23 ❤️
A Christmas Carol at Portland Playhouse
Portland Playhouse 602 NE Prescott St., Portland, ORThe story begins with Scrooge, who is known for his cold heart and his lack of compassion for others. He is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of the consequences of his selfish ways. Throughout the night, Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, …
Portland’s Public Menorah at Pioneer Courthouse Square
Chabad of Oregon will light Portland’s Public Hanukkah menorah at Pioneer Courthouse Square each night of Chanukah. For more information about Chanukah and a local schedule of events visit CLICK HERE.
A PITTOCK MANSION CHRISTMAS: WINTER WONDERLAND
Pittock Mansion 3229 NW Pittock Drive, Portland, Portland, OR, United StatesOn view November 19, 2023 – January 4, 2023 Included with general admission Pittock Mansion transforms into a Winter Wonderland for this year’s Christmas display. Come experience this beloved Portland tradition and celebrate the season with the festive and fantastical displays created by our volunteer decorators. More than seventy-five volunteers come together each year to decorate the …
Christmas Ships
We are busy testing the lights, updating the displays and polishing our boats, all to get ready to shine for you! The Christmas Ship fleet members are looking forward to a fantastic season. We have some new boats, some new displays and are bringing back some old favorites as well. All fleet members are enthusiastic …
The Benson Hotel Gingerbread Masterpiece Display
The Benson HotelVisit this beautiful display for free through December 30. This outing pairs well with a trip to 1927 S'mores Company, just seven blocks away. The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton, invites the public back once again for a live unveiling of the 2023 Gingerbread Masterpiece, a 52-year beloved holiday tradition. The architectural feat promises …
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Visit a Holiday Light Display
Find a little sparkle this holiday season! Find our full list of holiday light displays here. Our holiday content is generously sponsored by Bridgeport Village. Don’t miss their holiday happenings, including visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus story times, live music, celebrations, and more! Bridgeport Village is busy putting the finishing touches on an extensive refresh, leaving …
Chat with Santa
We've made it easy to find the big guy in red. Find our full list of Santa sightings here. Our holiday content is generously sponsored by Bridgeport Village. Don’t miss their holiday happenings, including visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus story times, live music, celebrations, and more! Bridgeport Village is busy putting the finishing touches on an …
Estacada Candy Cane Hunt
Play to Win! $600 Local Shopping Spree! This holiday season go explore Estacada, Shop Local & Enter to Win $600! Find candy canes hidden throughout local Estacada businesses. Each candy cane you collect is one entry into the grand prize drawing! Passport Prizes $600 total in gift cards will be awarded. $150 Gift Card First …
Cinnamon Bear Breakfast Cruise
portland spirit 110 SE Caruthers St, Portland, United StatesEmbark on a magical holiday adventure aboard the Portland Spirit the whole family will cherish! Enjoy a plated breakfast while a cast of fanciful characters entertains the kids with storytelling, music and magic. Tickets include a souvenir picture with Cinnamon Bear and much more! Cruises begin the weekend after Thanksgiving and run through December 27th. …
Breakfast with Santa at The Aerie at Eagle Landing
The Aerie at Eagle Landing 10220 SW Causey Ave, Happy Valley, OR, United StatesSunday, December 10th Seating from 9 am to 12 pm 12yrs + older - $50 3yrs - 11yrs - $40 2yrs + younger - free Includes a breakfast buffet with traditional favorites, an opportunity to chat + snap a picture with Santa, cookie decorating, caroling + free passes for ELGC’s 36-hole mini golf course! Tickets …
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Santa on the Farm
Triskelee Farms 29700 SW Mountain Rd., West Linn, OregonCome to the farm for pictures with Santa and his animal helpers! Kids activity pass includes Picture with Santa, bounce house, games, Candy Cane Lane Walk, hot cocoa, and popcorn. Everything will be undercover!
ScanFair 2023
Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, PortlandScanFair brings Scandinavia to Portland through traditional food and drink vendors; an entertainment program focused on cultural heritage; games, activities, and crafts; and welcoming local community organizations.
ScanFair
Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, PortlandScanFair brings the sights, sounds, tastes, and traditions of a Nordic Christmas Market to Portland through local community organizations and over 100 vendors showcasing unique Nordic foods, arts, crafts, entertainment, and more!
CRAFTY WONDERLAND HOLIDAY ART + CRAFT MARKET
The Crafty Wonderland Holiday Art + Craft Market features over 250 makers selling amazing handmade goods at the Oregon Convention Center! Support local artists + makers and stock up on one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list – and grab something for yourself too! Kids 5 and under are free. General Admission - Timed …
Holiday Express
Oregon Rail Heritage Center 2250 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR'Tis the season for the Ho! Ho! Holiday Express! The Oregon Rail Heritage Center is excited to embark on their 18th annual event beginning right after Thanksgiving. Arrive at the festively decorated Center early as you'll want time to absorb the spirit of the season. Train rides pulled by the historic Polson #2 steam locomotive …
Hello, Winter! Maker’s Table with Maker Mayhem PDX at Hammer + Jacks
REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesJoin us on Sunday, December 10 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM for our November Maker's Table with Jen of Maker Mayhem PDX! Drop in and create with us! Join the excitement with endless fun – it's never the same twice! When you sign up, your little one will have a blast with four unique …
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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer LIVE
The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts 1000 SW Broadway, Suite T-100, Portland, OR, United StatesThe holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn’t feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along his journey, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that home is where he has …
Omiyage Holiday Store
Omiyage Holiday Store 411 NW Flanders St., Portland, ORThe Omiyage Holiday Store specializes in Japanese-inspired gifts and crafts by local artists, designers, and authors. Each year, we carefully curate a selection of jewelry, fashion and home accessories, cards, origami creations, art objects, books, and vintage items that is guaranteed to provide unique and inspired gifts for all. Our pop-up shop opens Friday, November …
Visits with Santa at Bridgeport Village
Bridgeport VillageCelebrate the holiday season at Bridgeport Village! Schedule your magical time with Santa & discover more festive events including Mrs. Claus storytime, Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt & Pet Photos! Photo Packaging Pricing varies Santa Photo Hours Dec 4 – December 23 Sunday – Thursday 11:00am – 7:00pm (Break 3:00pm – 4:00pm) Friday – Saturday 11:00am – …
George Balanchine’s THE NUTCRACKER
Keller Auditorium 222 SW Clay St, Portland, ORJoin Marie and her Prince as the Sugar Plum Fairy leads them on an unforgettable journey through the Land of Sweets. Brave toy soldiers battle mischievous mice, snowflakes dance, candy canes leap, and flowers waltz, all to Tchaikovsky's. The irresistible holiday tradition of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® awaits. Don your holiday finest and come make …
Ludlow Ladd: The Poor Little Orphan Boy
Bridgetown Conservatory of Musical Theatre 711 SW 14th Avenue, Portland, ORSynopsis: A prequel to CHARLOTTE SWEET. Part Dickens, part Gilbert and Sullivan, part Fractured Fairy Tale, this family operetta evolves through mock-Christmas carols. It centers on Ludlow Ladd, a poor young orphan in Victorian Liverpool. It’s Christmas night and his birthday, as Ludlow wanders the streets, searching for a home. The eccentric Grimbles take him …
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer LIVE
The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts 1000 SW Broadway, Suite T-100, Portland, OR, United StatesThe holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn’t feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along his journey, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that home is where he has …
Portland’ s Public Nightly Menorah Lighting
Pioneer Courthouse SquareChabad of Oregon will bring Portland’s Public Hanukkah menorah to The Square for its nightly lighting. For more information about Hanukkah and a local schedule of nightly events visitJPortland.com.
Zoo Lights
Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United StatesZoo Lights is presented by U.S. Bank Oregon's most popular holiday tradition is just around the corner! Kids and adults agree: it wouldn't be the holidays in Portland without a visit to Zoo Lights. Enjoy an immersive and dazzling display of millions of lights! Not able to commit to a timed-entry ticket? This year, we …
Winter Wonderland at the Portland International Raceway
Portland International Raceway 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR, United StatesThe "largest holiday light show west of the Mississippi" is back in the Pacific Northwest! The 31st annual Safeway Winter Wonderland powered by Advantis Credit Union boasts over a million LED builds and hundreds of light displays, many of them animated, that will grab your attention around every corner! All proceeds from the event will …
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Hanukkah Party
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonCelebrate the Festival of Lights! All are welcome to this evening of music, dreidel, Hanukkah crafts, festive treats and drinks and, of course, latkes! $10 for latke dinners; music and crafts are free! Purchase dinner tickets online or at the door.
George Balanchine’s THE NUTCRACKER
Keller Auditorium 222 SW Clay St, Portland, ORJoin Marie and her Prince as the Sugar Plum Fairy leads them on an unforgettable journey through the Land of Sweets. Brave toy soldiers battle mischievous mice, snowflakes dance, candy canes leap, and flowers waltz, all to Tchaikovsky's. The irresistible holiday tradition of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® awaits. Don your holiday finest and come make …
Magic of Lights Drive
Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center 2330 17th St NE, Salem, ORFamily Entertainment Live, one of the world’s leading producers of live family entertainment events, announces the return of Magic of Lights® this holiday season, a vibrant, drive-through holiday-themed lights display. Magic of Lights® will take place at 21 locations across the US and Canada, including seven new locations. Inside the comfort of their own vehicle, guests will enjoy …
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