For over 40 years, ScanFair has brought the magic of an old-world Nordic Christmas market to Portland. Experience the warmth, wonder, and timeless traditions that make it so special.
Stroll through a festive marketplace of handcrafted gifts and Nordic treasures, savor traditional Scandinavian food and drink, and enjoy live music, dancing, and family activities that celebrate the season. ScanFair is one of Oregon’s largest and most beloved holiday events and a joyful celebration of Nordic culture in the heart of Portland.
Finish Santa! Take a photo with Joulupukki and his reindeer, Oskar! Find Santa in the central area by the exhibit hall entrance. Brought to you by the Finlandia Foundation Columbia-Pacific Chapter.
There’s a Kids’ Area: create ornaments and other crafts, draw in coloring books, and more! The kid’s area is presented thanks to a sponsorship by LeafGuard.
Families can also enjoy a scavenger hunt looking for hidden gnomes throughout the event!
Kids 5 and under are free!
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Watch dancers, listen to music, participate in contests, see fashion, view awards, and watch the Lucia Court procession! There’s so much to see and do at ScanFair.
Saturday, December 13 Lineup
10:00am- Doors Open
10:15am – 11:00am- Brennan Kessenich
11:15am – 12:00pm – Celtic Muse
12:00pm -12:15pm- Scandinavian of the Year
12:15pm – 12:30pm- Herring Eating Contest
12:45pm – 1:30pm- Nya Algen
1:45pm – 2:30pm- Allemans Katt
2:45pm – 5:00pm – Joseph Linahon (ballads and more)
5:00pm – Show Ends
Sunday, December 14 Lineup
10:00am – Doors Open
10:15am – 11:00am- Liam Barnes and band Smörkyrka
11:15am – 12:00pm – Vasa Youth Dancers
12:00pm – 12:30pm- Meatball eating Contest
12:30pm – 1:15pm- Portland Nordic Chorus and St. Lucia Court
1:30pm -2:15pm- Tulehoidjad (Estonian traditional dance/music)
2:30pm – 3:15pm- Sussefusse
3:20pm- 3:50pm- Jimmy Granstrom
3:55pm- 4:00pm- Raffle Drawing
4:00pm- End of Show