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.
First Fridays in Multnomah Village
Multnomah VillageFirst Fridays in Multnomah Village celebrate and support the diversity of businesses and services located in the Multnomah Village Business District. Enjoy special savings, events and promotions at participating businesses […]
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. […]
Peony Blooms at Adelman Peony Gardens
Adelman Peony Gardens 5690 Brooklake Rd. NE, Salem, OregonImmerse yourself into peony paradise. With 30 acres of peony fields and a 2 acre display garden to stroll through, there is something for everyone. Our truck, flower cart, display […]
Weird Robots at FLIP
The FLIP Museum 136 SE 3rd Ave Ste 200, Hillsboro, OR, United StatesLearn about electricity and how circuits work at FLIP on Fridays. With a little parental guidance, kids can make cups draw, toothbrushes walk, and more. All our other exhibits will […]
Tiny Tunes – A Weekly Concert for Kids and Their Caretakers
The Riff - B Street Records and Vintage 10801 SE Main St, Milwaukie, United StatesFridays at 10am, Cameron Ford is hosting “Tiny Tunes”, a weekly kids concert, in the new and undiscovered living-room-style show space (“the riff”) at b street records & vintage in […]
Music with Mr. Hoo at Taborspace
taborspace 5441 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin Mr. Hoo every 1st and 3rd Friday as he plays live music for children of all ages. A mix of original and classic songs, egg shakers for the kids […]
PP&R Ladybug Nature Walk – Pre-registration required (10:00am)
Overlook Park N Overlook Boulevard and N Longview Avenue, Portland, OregonLadybug Nature Walk at Overlook Park – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore […]
Storytime + Balloon Drop at the Literacy Kid Lounge
Literacy Kid Lounge 2200 SE Oak Grove Blvd, Oak Grove, OR, United StatesPortland Book Week starts June 6th, so let's celebrate at the Literacy Kid Lounge! We will have storytime, crafts, bubbles and finish with a balloon drop! Space is limited, so […]
Junior Jams & Music Exploration at Wonderwood Springs
Wonderwood Springs 7410 N. Chicago Ave., Portland, ORJunior Jams & Music Exploration is a Grown Up & Me Music Class For Ages 1 - 5! Run by Teacher David every week we learn about a different genre […]
Storytime + Balloon Drop
Literacy Kid Lounge 2200 SE Oak Grove Blvd, Oak Grove, OR, United StatesPortland Book Week starts June 6th, so let's celebrate! We will have storytime, crafts, bubbles and finish with a balloon drop dance party! Space is limited, so tickets are required. […]
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 […]
Fleet Week
Tom McCall Waterfront Park 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR, United StatesDuring Fleet Week, ship tours are offered on a first-come first-served basis. U.S. Navy ships will be open for public tours on June 5-8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]
Forest Education Programs at the Tillamook Forest Center!
Tillamook Forest Center 45500 Wilson River Highway, Tillamook, OR, United StatesOur summer programs that will be happening most Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Naturalist led programs on subjects such as cougars, owls, bats, and more! […]
Spring Rose Show
Lloyd CenterThe Portland Rose Society Annual Spring Rose Show is the largest and longest-running rose show in the nation. The exquisite beauty and fragrances of this yearly show emanate from more […]
Parent-Infant Loving Touch® Massage Class
Holiday Inn ( PDX I-205) Mt Bachelor Conference Room 8439 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland, O, United StatesThe International Loving Touch will be holding two (2) free parent-baby massage practice lab session during an Instructor Training Course. Registration is free for families who register online in advance. […]
Roboto Octopodo presents FATHOM
Roboto Octopodo 520 SW 4th Avenue, Portland, ORFathom, created by the local Roboto Octopodo collecive is an immersive underwater-themed art experience and world full of creativity and surprises featuring whimsical sculptures and objects for visitors to interact […]
CityFair at the Rose Festival
Tom McCall Waterfront Park 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR, United StatesCityFair is the ultimate family outing for kids and parents! Packed with kid-friendly rides, tasty treats, and hands-on fun, it's an exciting place to explore, play, and make big memories. […]
Music with Mr. Hoo at Mississippi Pizza
Mississippi Pizza Pub 3552 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesMr. Hoo is at Mississippi Pizza every 1st Friday & 3rd Friday! Third Fridays he plays solo (or often with his son Aidan on bass). Get some yummy pizza, an […]
Wildflower & Watershed Festival
Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center and Museum 990 SW Rock Creek Drive, PO BOX 396, Stevenson, WA, United StatesColumbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum Wildflower and Watershed Festival June 6 - June 8 * Confirm event schedule times with the event host's website if you plan to attend* […]
Kickstand Comedy in the Park
Laurelhurst Park Portland, OR, United StatesWe’re back at Laurelhurst Park all Summer long with Portland’s favorite outdoor stand up comedy showcase! Always free to attend, always fun. Every Friday starting June 6th and running through […]
Big Paddle Waterfront Festival
Downtown RidgefieldThe Ridgefield Big Paddle Waterfront Festival commemorates the designation of the Lewis River to Vancouver Lake Water Trail each year on National Trails Day. The Ridgefield Big Paddle began in […]
Oregon State Park Day
Every year Oregon State Parks begins the busier season with a small thank you to its visitors — free camping and day-use parking on State Parks Day. State Parks Day […]
Pomeroy Farm Arts and Crafts Farm Day
Pomeroy Farm 20902 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, WAJune 7th & 8th, 2025 | A weekend of homespun fun, showcasing and demonstrating arts & crafts by local artisans. The weekend will also include a market with local vendors, […]
Dragon Boat Race
Tom McCall Waterfront Park 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR, United StatesWatch colorful Dragon Boats race across the Williamette River near the Hawthorne Bridge! The Rose Festival is proud to host the Portland Rose Festival Dragon Boat Races, an event that […]
PlayLab Drop In
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonBring your little ones for drop-in fun, available every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday! Drop-in for messy art, sensory exploration, and open-ended play, or join us for a group or […]
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. […]
Home Depot Kid Workshops
Home DepotFree In-Store Kids Workshops! Each workshop has a different craft for kids to make: May 3: Birdy Buffet June 7: Baseball Game July 5: Toucan Mobile *Confirm specific workshop activity […]
Peony Blooms at Adelman Peony Gardens
Adelman Peony Gardens 5690 Brooklake Rd. NE, Salem, OregonImmerse yourself into peony paradise. With 30 acres of peony fields and a 2 acre display garden to stroll through, there is something for everyone. Our truck, flower cart, display […]
Dada + Me Playdate
Literacy Kid Lounge 2200 SE Oak Grove Blvd, Oak Grove, OR, United StatesCalling all dads! Join us for a morning of bonding, bubbles, and book adventures where you and your little one can play, connect, and make memories together!
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, […]
Children’s Storytime with Sue Dockstader, The Adventures of Henry the Field Mouse
BOLD Coffee & Books 1755 SW Jefferson St., Portland, O, United StatesBOLD invites you to a very special children’s storytime with author Sue Dockstader. Sue will be here to read from The Adventures of Henry the Field Mouse and share her activity book! […]