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.
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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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Santa at Cedar Hills Crossing
Cedar Hills Crossing 3205 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, ORDon't miss Santa pictures at Cedar Hills Crossing! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. Hours vary by […]
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OMSI On Ice: Indoor Skating
OMSIPut on your skates and take to the rink this winter at OMSI on a unique indoor synthetic ice rink! Experience all the joys of ice skating together while comfortably […]
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Wicked: For Good at OMSI
OMSIGo see Wicked: For Good at OMSI's Empirical Theater! Tickets $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | OMSI Members receive half-off admission for this screening Member Empirical vouchers are not […]
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Visit Santa at Washington Square
Washington Square Mall 9585 SW Washington Square Rd, Portland, OR. 97223, Portland, OR, United StatesDon't miss Santa pictures at Washington Square! Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. A visit with Santa […]
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Portland Christmas Ships Parade
Delight in the Portland Christmas Ships Parade this season! Several events take place throughout December, and Santa might be at a few! Visit the event host's calendar for details. Most […]
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Klopman U-Cut Christmas Tree Farm
Klopman Farms 40910 Southeast 30th Street, Washougal, WABring your loved ones, take a short drive, park your car and get hunting for the Christmas tree of your dreams, as you gaze upon thousands of Nobles, Douglas and […]
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Pittock Mansion’s Home for the Holidays
Pittock Mansion 3229 NW Pittock Drive, Portland, Portland, OR, United StatesPittock Mansion Christmas celebrates the holiday in style, with a new theme every year. This year, they’re bringing back an expanded and reimagined version of the Home for the Holidays […]
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Santa at Vancouver Mall
Vancouver MallSanta and his elves will be available for visits and photos at Vancouver Mall through December 24! Sensory-friendly Santa is on December 7 at 9am. Check the event host's website […]
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Santa at Clackamas Town Center
Clackamas Town CenterCatch Santa by Macy's through December 24 at Clackamas Town Center!
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12 Days of Zen Penguin!
Zen Penguin went on a trip and we need help getting him home! DEC 6 - DEC 31 12 unique 4ft Zen Penguin cutouts are hiding in local Portland businesses! […]
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Open Play at PlayLab
PlayLab 7810 SE 15th Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesLooking for a cozy, FUN place to explore and play with your little as we head into the inclement fall & winter months? Join us for sensory play, creative building, […]
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Seasonal Sing-Along Classes
Portland Metro Area Portland, ORJoin Music Together of Portland to welcome the winter season with singing, dancing, jamming, and imagination!... Snowflakes, snowfriends, sledding adventures, ice skating, and more... All this wintry fun--plus songs of […]
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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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Toddler Sound Bath & Learn
Aloka — Sound Bath House 1607 SE 3rd Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesToddler Sound Bath & Learn (Ages 2-6) GUIDE — Graham Slick DURATION — 30 minutes LOCATION — Aloka — 1607 SE 3rd Ave. Portland OR 97214 (Map) VIBE — Listen, […]
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Family Music & Puppetry with Red Yarn @ Village Ballroom
Pivot Studio at the Village Ballroom 704 NE Dekum St, Portland, T, United StatesRed Yarn is thrilled to return to the beautiful Pivot Studio, located in the historic Village Ballroom on NE Dekum St, for his weekly Wednesday morning music & puppet show […]
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Chanukah Mommy & Me with a Jewish Twist
Chabad of Northeast Portland 4635 NE 9th Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesCelebrate Chanukah at Mommy & Me! Join us for a festive morning filled with Chanukah-themed activities, joyful music and movement with Flip Frisch, and meaningful moments shared with other moms. […]
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Sasquatch: Ancestral Guardians
World Forestry Center's Discover Musuem 4033 SW Canyon Road World Forestry Center, Portland, OR, 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 […]
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Holiday Storytime at Bridgeport Village
Bridgeport VillageHOLIDAY STORYTIMES AT BARNES & NOBLE Wednesdays & Thursdays | 11am December 3, 4, 10, 11 - Lead by Santa's Elves December 17 & 18 - Special appearance by Mrs. […]
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Visit Santa at Lloyd Center Mall
2201 Lloyd Center 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland, OregonIt’s not Christmas without your annual Santa Photo! Reserve your spot today to get your Santa picture at Lloyd Center, located next to the ice rink. 100% of your $15 […]
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Snow Day Village & Santa’s Mailbox at Director Park
Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, ORThis holiday season Director Park will turn back into a true winter wonderland with the return of Snow Day Village! Warm up by a fire pit, grab some smore’s, and […]
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Mike Bennet’s Holiday Gift Shop & Giving Tree
Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, ORVisit Snow Day Village downtown for so many holiday festivities including holiday shopping at Mike Bennet’s Ornament Gift Shop. Central City Concern will be hosting a Giving Tree in the […]
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Mike Bennett Studios: Gilly Scavenger Hunt
Director Park 815 SW Park Ave., Portland, ORMike Bennett's Gilly the Goldfish has escaped from the Portland Aquarium and we need your help finding her. Come take part in the Gilly the Goldfish Scavenger hunt happening this […]
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SpongeBob Scavenger Hunt at the Portland Aquarium
The Portland Aquarium 603 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, United StatesStarting December 8th and running through the end of Winter Break, come find your favorite characters from the new Spongebob Movie at the Portland Aquarium!! Explore under the sea where […]
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Holidays on Downtown’s Transit Mall
Downtown PortlandPortland Mall Management partners with Pioneer Courthouse Square and local businesses to bring free events and performances to the Transit Mall! Enjoy live performances while connecting businesses, retailers, residents, and […]
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PacWest Pop-Up Holiday Market
pacwest center 1211 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OREnjoy PacWest Pop-Up Holiday Market on Wednesday, December 10th, from 12–5 PM inside the PacWest Building (1211 SW Fifth Avenue, Downtown Portland). This festive event was created to bring together the […]
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Santa Clones
400+ vintage Santa Clones are officially out in Portland! They're illuminated daily from 4 pm -11 pm until January 1. Follow clues by creator Chris Willis to find this year's […]
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ZooLights at the Oregon Zoo
Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United StatesThe region’s biggest holiday light display is back at the Oregon Zoo! ZooLights runs Nov. 21 through Jan. 4. Every year, ZooLights dazzles visitors of all ages with wildlife-inspired light displays […]
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Christmas Glow
6700 Field of Dreams Way NE 6700 Field of Dreams Way NE, Keizer, OregonOpens Friday, November 28th and goes through December 31! Glow Christmas Oregon is a festive light celebration with something for everyone! Glow Oregon is an expansive outdoor walk-around light experience, […]
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Silverton Christmas Market
Oregon Garden ResortEnjoy an awe-inspiring light display and market at the Oregon Garden Resort! This annual event offers a magical holiday experience for all ages. Stroll along immersive paths draped in more […]
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Hawthorne Loop Light Show in Newberg
Hawthorne Loop Light Show 1202 Hawthorne Loop, Newberg, OR, United StatesExperience the magic of the holidays at the Hawthorne Loop Light Show! This dazzling neighborhood display transforms this family home into a winter wonderland with thousands of synchronized lights, festive […]
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The Grotto Festival of Lights
The GrottoPresenting the sights, sounds, and sensations of the season, The Grotto’s Christmas Festival of Lights features over two million lights and is the largest Christmas choral festival in the world. […]
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Winter Wonderland at Portland International Raceway
Portland International Raceway 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR, United StatesWinter Wonderland is the largest holiday light show in the Pacific Northwest, spanning the entire racetrack at Portland International Raceway. Bring the whole family for a leisurely cruise to see […]
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