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.
Pedalpalooza – Bike Summer
Bike Summer (aka Pedalpalooza) is a festival of bikey fun! Most rides are free and all are open to the public to join. It's three whole months of fun on […]
Venardos Circus presents “Decade of Dreams”
Vancouver MallCreated by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos, the show featured a cast of 6 artists in a kind of Broadway/Circus Musical. It was just a little Circus… but it […]
Washington County Fair
Westside Commons (Washington County Fairgrounds) 801 NE 34th Ave, Hillsboro, ORJoin us July 18 - July 27, 2025, at Westside Commons in Hillsboro, Oregon, and let us be your BIG FAIR FUN! The Washington County Fair has FREE admission every […]
Cool Off at a Splash Pad
Cool off at a splash pad! We love this safe, fun option for beating the heat with kids of all ages. Click on the neighborhood links in our Splash Pads […]
Farmers Market Fun
Shop local at a Portland-area farmers market this weekend! Think fresh produce, local cheese, and maybe even a little chocolate or wine to round out your haul. Plus, many have […]
Baby Bonanza
Pediatric Associates of the Northwest (Portland) 2701 NW Vaughn St, 2nd FLR Atrium, Portland, O, United StatesFREE Educational Event for New and Expecting Parents Welcoming a new member into your family is a journey filled with excitement, wonder, and a touch of apprehension. Pediatric Associates of the […]
Pop Up Nature! at Hoyt Arboretum
Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, ORJoin us for our thrice weekly Pop-Up Nature Stations in the Visitor Center Courtyard. We’ll be sharing and discussing topics like pollinators, berries, bird nests, seeds, and more! Participants will […]
Rocky Butte Farmers Market
Glenhaven ParkRocky Butte Farmers Market runs every Saturday, May 24-October 25 in the Roseway neighborhood near Glenhaven Park at NE Siskiyou, between 79th and 81st. Community educator Caitlyn Whitcomb brings the […]
St. Johns Farmers Market
St. JohnsThe roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and […]
Bounce, Play, and Feed the Animals of Frog Pond Farm
Frog Pond Farm 2995 SW Advance Rd, Wilsonville, OR, United StatesCome meet the newest (and cutest!) members of the farm. With over 80 friendly animals and activities spanning 10+ acres, there’s always something new to discover at Frog Pond Farm. […]
Festival of Arts in Gresham
Downtown GreshamThis event kicks off with a bang with live music, vendors, food trucks and a kids zone for even the littlest Art lover! Come explore the Art and Culture Gresham […]
Huey Helicopter
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesSee a real Huey Helicopter from the Olympic Flight Museum and sit in the Pilot’s seat! Presented by Small to Tall Pediatric Dentistry Supported by Olympic Flight Museum Free with […]
Sherwood Robin Hood Festival
Old Town Sherwood 16020 SW 1st St, Sherwood, OR, United StatesThe Sherwood Robin Hood Festival, sponsored by Langer's Entertainment Center, takes place on the 3rd weekend in July, promising a weekend filled with enchanting experiences. From live entertainment on multiple stages […]
Groovin’ Guppies – Music, Movement & Stories
Ethos Music Center N Killingsworth, Portland, O, United StatesEthos Music Center is thrilled to introduce our Community Drop-in Sessions. We have something new for music lovers of all ages and genres. Including… Groovin Guppies Join our Program Director, […]
Shady Pines Festival
Head to Camp Tasty’s in Sandy, Oregon for the 4th Annual Shady Pines Festival. Enjoy a long weekend of live music, camping, food, drinks, arts, crafts, games, and good times with our amazing community. A […]
BOLD Children’s Storytime
BOLD Coffee & Books 1755 SW Jefferson St., Portland, O, United StatesJoin us every Saturday morning for children’s storytime! Whether an author is here to read their book or our staff is reading a favorite, we’ll feature stories that spread compassion, […]
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 […]
Messy Art Day at Little Nestlings
Little Nestlings Early Learning Center 19200 Willamette Drive, West Linn, O, United StatesJoin us for a joyful morning of creative exploration as we celebrate the beauty of mistakes with Beautiful Oops by Barney Saltzberg. Children will dive into a variety of messy […]
Free Community Bubble Bash at Olive Branch School
Olive Branch School 7076 N Wilbur Ave, Portland, oregonJoin us for a family friendly event at Olive Branch School Montessori. Discover different shapes and sizes of bubbles, spark your imagination, and build motor skills while having fun with […]
Scene and Be Seen Musical Theatre Camp Performance
Lake Grove Presbyterian Church🎭 Scene and Be Seen Musical Theatre Camp Performance📅 Saturday, July 19🕙 10:00 AM📍 Fellowship Hall Join us for a show-stopping morning of musical magic! The talented campers of the […]
Bridgeport Village Summer Kids’ Concerts
Bridgeport VillageSUMMER KIDS' CONCERTS Saturdays | July 12 - August 30 10am to 12pm - New Time! Join Bridgeport Village for fun, free family entertainment! Dance to Portland's Top Children's Musicians […]
Touch A Truck
Portland Christian Elementary School 11845 SE Market St., Portland, O, United StatesYour family is invited to a fun-filled, hands-on event where children and adults alike can explore and interact with all kinds of vehicles — from powerful construction equipment to impressive […]
ForestFest 2025
World Forestry CenterCelebrate the wonders of forests with a fun-filled, family-friendly day at ForestFest! Enjoy hands-on activities, wood-themed crafts, kid zones, and live demonstrations from forestry professionals and community partners. Enjoy wood-themed […]
Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center
Pearson Field Education Center 201 A E Reserve St, Vacouver, WA, United StatesWelcome to Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect […]
Triskelee Farm Summer Market
Triskelee Farms 29700 SW Mountain Rd., West Linn, OregonCome join us at Triskelee Farm for a fun-filled day at our Farm Market event! Every 3rd Saturday from 10:00 AM - 3pm for a day filled with local artisans, […]
Tank Day
Oregon Military Museum Camp Withycombe, 15300 SE Minuteman Way,, Clackamas, OR, United StatesTank fans of all ages, come visit us for our third annual TANK DAY! Explore the tracked vehicles outside in the Historic Park, talk with veteran tankers, and check out […]
Sasquatch: Ancestral Guardians
World Forestry Center's Discover Musuem 4033 SW Canyon Road World Forestry Center, Portland, O, 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 […]
La Strada dei Pastelli Chalk Art Festival
Cultural Arts District in Downtown Hillsboro 100-399 E Main Street, Hillsboro, ORThis Oregon chalk art festival provides a window into the creative process wherein festival goers can engage with nationally-recognized and emerging visual artists as they carefully manipulate bold, colorful pigments […]
FREE Recreation Rentals & Community Programming in Sellwood Park
The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United StatesThe Shack in Sellwood Park is your one-stop hub for all things summer fun! A library of Recreation Equipment (think balls, games, binoculars and more!) can be checked out for […]
WasabiCon PDX 2025
Hilton Portland Downtown 921 SW 6th Ave, Portland, O, United StatesWasabiCon PDX is downtown Portland's annual celebration of anime, cosplay, and gaming! Otaku culture collides with PDX personality for two days of celebrity guests, exhibitors, artists, tabletop gaming, video games, […]
The FLIP Museum @ La Strada Chalk Art Festival
The FLIP Museum 136 SE 3rd Ave Ste 200, Hillsboro, OR, United StatesThe FLIP Mobile Museum will be at the La Strada Chalk Art Festival, next to the Civic Center Fountain on Main Street. Play in our food cart, selling fake food […]
Community Jam @ Ethos Music Center
Ethos Music Center N Killingsworth, Portland, O, United StatesEthos Music Center is thrilled to introduce our Community Drop-in Sessions. We have something new for music lovers of all ages and genres. Including… Community Jam Session and Drum Circle: […]
Bard Storytime at Wonderwood
Wonderwood Springs 7410 N. Chicago Ave., Portland, ORJoin us every Saturday as Gerard Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books generously donated by our neighbor’s Twin Rivers Books. Family friend, family fun, FREE!