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Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Our Kids Calendar is packed with family-friendly events happening all around Portland! Please confirm event details with the host— we do our best to keep things accurate, but event details can change!
Create magical memories at Barnes & Noble Holiday Storytime.
Attend the My People’s Market for a weekend of live music, art and food.
Set sail to Maybeland with Cinnamon Bear and friends aboard the Portland Spirit!
Director’s Park transforms into a Snowy Village.
OMSI'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 beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre […]
Head to a Home Depot near you at 9 a.m. on the first Saturday of every month for free kids workshops! While supplies last. Each month is a different activity. Upcoming events: November 1: Excavator November 29: Teddy Bear Ornament December 6: Holiday Cocoa Mug January 3: Tow Truck
Don'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 day, so be sure to check the event host's website before heading out! Visits with Santa are FREE, and photo packages will be available for […]
Twirl Into the Holidays! A sparkling winter tale set to Tchaikovsky’s festive score. When Marie’s mysterious godfather gives her a magical Nutcracker that comes to life, Marie and her Nutcracker Prince set off on an unforgettable Christmas Eve adventure to the Land of Sweets. Performed by Oregon Ballet Theatre. Presented by Fred Meyer | December […]
Put 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 indoors in OMSI’s auditorium-turned-winter-wonderland. Ticket Information Indoor Ice Rink Admission Adult (14+): $10.00 Senior (63+): $9.00 Youth (5-13): $8.00 Member Pricing OMSI members receive 50% off of ice […]
Go 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 applicable. About the Film Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while […]
Don'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 is always free and photo packages are available for purchase. Santa's Schedule and Hours November 7: Fri: 2pm-7pm November 8-9: Sat & Sun: 11am-7pm (Break: 3-4pm) […]
The North Pole Adventureland Experience is an indoor walk-through, immersive holiday attraction for families of all sizes and ages! Guests will venture down Candy Cane Lane to find The North Pole Post Office, where kids can write their letter to Santa and mail it in our Magic Mailbox (with the help of a mischievous elf, […]
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 events are at 7pm, but times can vary. Over more than half a century, the Portland Christmas Ships Parade has grown into the longest continuously […]
Bring 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 Grand Fir-trees to be discovered! With over 100-acres of land to be explored, with plenty of parking, facilities, and that much desired “u-cut Christmas tree […]
Pittock 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 event, titled “The Decades Tour.” Visitors will enjoy festive displays across nineteen rooms in the mansion and four in the Gate Lodge, each artfully decorated […]
Say hello to Santa and other Christmas/Winter characters at Yesteryear Farm! Each weekend has a special character to say hello to (like Frosty the Snowman, Elsa and the Grinch!) — visit the event host's website for details including specific times. Pick a precut tree and visit their Holiday Farm Store with tons of cute photos […]
Here at PDX Parent, we love a Christmas tree adventure! Make magical memories at some of the local u-cut tree farms that surround the Portland-metro area. Many farms also offer food and drinks, and a chance to see animals or meet Santa. Some require ticketed entry, so check the farm websites before you go. Use our interactive […]
Enjoy the hometown holiday spirit of historic Downtown Ridgefield where you will find twinkling lights, decorated businesses, gifts, food, and holiday specials. 9am-2pm. Tree lighting at 4:30pm The celebration includes: Holiday Food & Gift Vendor Marketplace The Circle of Trees Decorating Contest Complimentary visits with Santa - take your own picture with your smartphone or […]
Santa 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 for specific hours each day. Reservations are recommended but not required. Walk-ups are always welcome and will be accommodated as time allows.
Catch Santa by Macy's through December 24 at Clackamas Town Center!
Step into the magic of the holidays with Portland’s Own Nutcracker — a timeless classic with a uniquely Portland twist! Journey back to the elegance of the 1920s at the historic Pittock Mansion, where Henry and Georgiana Pittock host a dazzling Christmas party for their special guests, the Stallenbaugh family from Germany. When Heir Drosselmeyer […]
Kick off the holiday season with a full day of family-friendly activities for the whole community to enjoy. Join us for this beloved community gathering with music, free treats, pictures with Santa and more. This winter season we want all of Gresham to celebrate our many holidays and traditions while gathering to light up the […]
Enjoy music, shopping, and breakfast with Santa. Family fun all day at Gresham High! Find unique gifts, handcrafted items, pre-made holiday decorations, local herbs and more.
“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 protectors, often called Sasquatch and Bigfoot. The works in this exhibition are made by Indigenous artists and honor generations of spiritual practices, storytelling, and tradition. Leave your preconceived […]
Holiday Craft Fair presented by Tigard High Band, Orchestra & Auxiliary Boosters When: Saturday, December 6, 2025, 10 am to 4 pm Where: Tigard High School Commons Our Craft Fair is a Tigard High tradition held on the first Saturday in December each year. Proceeds from vendor fees, raffle, and concessions benefit Tigard High Band, Orchestra, Color […]
The magic returns to our Vancouver, Lake Oswego, and Cedar Hills Garden Centers!Bring the whole family to meet Santa and his live reindeer for a magical holiday experience. Enjoy Santa photos, face painting, a balloon artist, live music, train rides, and plenty of festive treats and beverages. A community favorite for all ages—come make holiday […]
Bring the whole family to our family-owned and operated Christmas tree farm in the heart of Redland, Oregon City— just minutes from I-205/30 mins from Portland. We’re open daily for choose and cut Christmas trees and November 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 and December 6 and 7 for Christmas Festival when Santa is on the […]
Head to the Faubion Holiday Bazaar for handmade items, gifts, live music, raffles, food, crafts, and so much more! Black Santa will be there throughout the day, and from 12-4pm and there will be a CRAFTERNOON with a fun holiday activity ($10 to participate).
The Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club is the largest model railroad in the PNW. We model the 1950s PNW. Come and see a miniature world with plenty of steam trains and Diesel engines chugging up and down the Gorge to the city of Portland and beyond. This is a fun event for the entire family.
Shop incredible local vendors at Mountainside Market! These thoughtfully curated seasonal markets are lovely for the whole family to enjoy.
The German Haus will be adorned with festive decorations for its annual Weihnachtsmarkt - a Portland version of the traditional German Christmas Market featuring craftspeople and artisans from around the northwest selling their holiday gifts. Local entertainment, food vendors, homemade Glühwein and baked goods all add to the holiday spirit. A children’s activity area will […]
November 30, 2025 – January 11, 2026* Jerry Willey Plaza at Orenco Station Find seasonal cheer at this outdoor ice-skating rink. Winter Village is a beloved Hillsboro event. Bring your friends and family to a skate session or rent the rink for your private party. Don't miss exciting special events and skate days! Public Skate Sessions […]
Experience the magic of the season at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center! The most highly anticipated event of the year is just around the corner – the beloved Holiday Express! Climb aboard with Santa Claus and his elves for a festive ride behind the historic 1912 Polson #2 steam locomotive. Relax in our warm, decorated […]
ReClaim It’s annual winter pop-up fundraiser, Holiday Shop 2025, is a celebration of local creativity and sustainable gift giving! Held the first two weekends in December in downtown Portland, this festive pop-up features art and gifts made from at least 80% salvaged or recycled materials by more than 70 local artists. You will find home […]
Join us at My People’s Market, December 6th and 7th (11-5 pm) at the Oregon Convention Center, for a weekend of live music that’ll get you moving, art that inspires, and food that hits every craving. Plus, shop and support over 150 amazing local small businesses. #mypeoplesmarket We will have free activities for the whole […]
Kick off the holiday season downtown with a festive day at Paddy’s! Bring the family for Pictures with Santa, and help support Children's Cancer Association provide JoyRx programs to seriously ill children free of charge. What: Join us for a cheerful meet-and-greet with Santa, and a digital image to share! When: Saturday December 6th 11am – […]
Craft fair supporting Girl Scout Troop 10015! Free entry. $1 raffle basket tickets.
