This Weekend in PDX

Looking for fun things to do in Portland, OR? Read on for five of our favorite Portland-area events from our family-friendly Kids Calendar.

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Holiday Markets + Basketball

Black Friday and Cyber Monday might be over, but that doesn’t mean you missed out. It just means you were holding out for something better—like shopping local, supporting Portland’s amazing artisans, and turning it into a fun day out. Head to one of the many holiday markets happening this weekend, including the iconic Portland Night Market, Kids Calendar favorite Weihnachtsmarkt: A German Christmas Market, and the annual ScanFair at the Oregon Convention Center. See our full calendar of holiday markets here.

Reluctant shoppers in the house? Take them to see a Rip City Remix basketball game and shop the pop-up holiday market while you’re there! The games are incredibly family-friendly, and tickets are only $10. Saturday, December 7, 3 pm.

Breakfast with Santa at Bridgeport Village + More Places to Meet the Big Guy in Red

Missed Santa’s parade at Bridgeport Village last weekend? Don’t worry—you’ve got another chance to see him up close! Book your spot at Bridgeport Village’s Breakfast with Santa at California Pizza Kitchen or Kona Grill. Saturday, December 7, 8:30 am, $15.

Can’t make it on Saturday morning? Here are even more places to find Santa — and his real live reindeer!

Free Dickens Carolers & Oregon Ballet Theatre at Director Park

The holidays can get pricey, so finding free fun is always a win. This Sunday from 5-7 pm, head to Snow Day Village at Director Park, for a magical meet-and-greet with dancers from Oregon Ballet Theatre’sThe Nutcracker, and soak in the holiday spirit with festive tunes from The Dickens Carolers.

Speaking of The Nutcracker, there are plenty of adaptations to watch this holiday season. And don’t miss the LIVE musical adaptation of the classic film Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at The Judy, weekends and select weekdays, through December 29.

Holiday Tree Lightings

If you missed the iconic tree lighting at Pioneer Square last week, don’t despair. There are tree lighting ceremonies happening all over the Portland metro area this weekend, including the annual Milwaukie Umbrella Parade and Tree Lighting on Saturday evening from 4-6 pm. Expect crowds! Free.

U-Cut Tree Farms

Prefer to light up your own tree instead? Head to one of the fabulous u-cut tree farms to make magical memories and take home the freshest tree you can find. Santa often makes an appearance, and you’re sure find a cup of hot cocoa or cider. See our full list of farms here.

Looking for even more events?

These activities are just a fraction of the offerings on our popular Kids Calendar. Find enough events to fill your weekend to bursting, including plenty of holiday light displays like Zoo Lights and the new Winter Gleam experience at Oaks Park. Want to spend a day on the ice? Check out the indoor rink at OMSI, Winter Village at Orenco Station, or the outdoor Portland Winter Ice Rink downtown. Or for an educational (and free!) outing, don’t miss Design Day at Oregon Episcopal School with hands-on activities your children will love.

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