Portland Holiday Events: Bazaars, Shopping, Christmas Lights, Local Markets

Portland’s Holiday shopping and event season is here! Throughout November and December, we have a great resource for holiday sales, specials, events, Christmas light displays, parties, local crafts and goods, and GIVEAWAYS.

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2024 December Portland Holiday Events:

• All Month: Home for the Holidays @ Pittock Mansion | Warm Christmas Decorations, Georgiana Pittock and the City of Roses Exhibit (Win Tickets, $68)
• Wednesdays-Sundays: McMenamins Presents The Nightcap Before Christmas Holiday Pop Up Bar @ Ringlers Annex At Crystal Hotel | Winter Warmers, Festival Cocktails, Miles of Tinsel, Photo Ops & More!
• Tuesdays-Saturdays: Support Your Local Library This Holiday Season w/ Friends of the Library
• Thursdays-Sundays: Doja Tea Lounge Presents “Winter Wonderland” Holiday Tea Pop-Up @ Opal 28 in NE Portland | 11AM-4PM, Seasonal Treats & Decor, Twinkling Lights
• December 12-17: The Holiday Adventure Company Presents North Pole Adventureland @ Jantzen Beach | Reindeer Barn, Sit in Santa’s Sleigh, Multiple Photo Opportunities, Visit w/ Santa
• December 13-24: Christmas at The Old Church with Michael Allen Harrison in Downtown Portland | Beloved Holiday Tradition, w/ Gospel, Blues & Jazz Singer Julianne Johnson
• December 15-31: Peacock Lane Portland Christmas/Holiday Lights Display | 6-11PM, Free
• December 16-17: Albina Music Trust presents A Brown Branch Christmas @ Portland Center Stage | 7:30PM, Big Band Celebration Featuring 15 Piece Band
• December 17-22: Portland Spirit Presents Sleigh Rides on the Explorer | Best Seats to See Christmas Ships Parade
• December 17-22: Portland Spirit Christmas Ships Parade Dinner Cruises | Front Row Seats to Rose City Tradition
• December 18-22: Omiyage Holiday Shop @ Japanese American Museum of Oregon | Japanese-Inspired Gifts
• December 19-22: Stumptown Stages Presents It’s a Wonderful Life | Award-Winning Musical Adaptation, All Ages Holiday Favorite
• December 19-24: The Holiday Adventure Company Presents North Pole Adventureland @ Jantzen Beach | Reindeer Barn, Sit in Santa’s Sleigh, Multiple Photo Opportunities, Visit w/ Santa
• December 20: Ugly Sweater Day at McMenamins Locations | Food & Drink Specials (more info)
• December 20-21: Dongzhi (冬至): A Chinese Holiday Party @ Lan Su Chinese Garden | Chinese Santa, Illuminated Evenings in the Garden, Winter Solstice Celebration
• December 20-22: Winter Gleam Light Experience @ Oaks Amusement Park | 4-10PM, Family Friendly Holiday Fun, Dynamic Light Displays, Immersive Light Tunnels, Santa & More!
• December 20-22: Abbey Road Farm’s Holiday Lights Wine Walk | 5-8PM, All Ages, Wine, Mulled Wine, Cider, Hot Cocoa, Soup, Beautiful Holiday Decorations
• December 21: Tuba Christmas Concert @ Pioneer Courthouse Square | 1:30-3PM, Free (more info)
• December 21-22: Pee-Wee’s Christmas Special @ Tomorrow Theater | Director Q&A + Christmas DJ Set (Win Tickets)
• December 21: Positive Charge! PDX Cookies for a Cause @ Ida B. Wells High School | 1-3PM, Volunteer to Bake & Deliver Homemade Cookies (more info)
• December 21: 3 Leg Torso Presents: The Elves of Frostländ in… Going Home! @ Alberta Rose Theatre in NE Portland | 3PM & 8PM, Magical Family Friendly Holiday Musical
• December 21: Holiday Centerpiece Design Class w/ Wine @ Hip Chicks Do Wine | 2-4PM (more info)
• December 21-22: Holiday Open House and Artisan Pop up Shop @ Hip Chicks Do Wine | 1-4PM, Bonus Wines, Holiday Cookies, Last-Minute Gifts, Mulled Wine
• December 21-22: Portland Lesbian Choir Presents Coming Out of the Dark @ Parkrose Performing Arts Theater | 7PM, Uplifting Solstice Concert To Remind Us of Our Resilience
• December 21-24: Portland Spirit Cinnamon Bear Holiday Breakfast Cruises in Downtown Portland | 9:30-11:30AM, Storytelling, Music, Magic
• December 22: Ho! Ho! Ho! The Drag Holiday Show @ Darcelles XV | 6PM, Hosted by Savannah O Bennington
• December 22-23: Support Your Local Library This Holiday Season w/ Friends of the Library | Used Books, Cards, Locally Made Gifts
• December 23-24: Holiday Open House @ Hip Chicks Do Wine | 1-4PM, Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas (more info)
• December 25: Chanukah 1800 @ Pioneer Courthouse Square | 4-5:30PM, First Night, Live Music, Hot Latkes (more info)
• December 25: Portland Spirit Christmas Day Buffet Cruises | Holiday Classics, Beautiful City Views
• December 27-29: Holiday Afternoon Tea @ Victorian Belle in North Portland | Pastries, Savories, Holiday Decorations
• December 26-27: Portland Spirit Cinnamon Bear Holiday Breakfast Cruises in Downtown Portland | 9:30-11:30AM, Storytelling, Music, Magic
• December 27-29: Winter Gleam Light Experience @ Oaks Amusement Park | 4-10PM, Family Friendly Holiday Fun, Dynamic Light Displays, Immersive Light Tunnels, Santa & More!
• December 27-29: Holiday Afternoon Tea @ Victorian Belle in North Portland | Pastries, Savories, Holiday Decorations

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Related Events and Info:

• Events Calendar: Our Portland Events Calendar & Ticket Giveaways
• Thanksgiving: Portland Thanksgiving Events: Black Friday, Holiday Tree Lighting & More
• New Years: Portland New Years Events, Parties, Champagne Toasts, & More
• From DrinkSpirits: Holiday Gift Guide – Spirits That Look Expensive But Aren’t

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Past Holiday Events:

• November 29-December 1: Post-Thanksgiving Gifting Market @ Stoller Family Estate | 11AM-4PM, Featuring 20+ Local Makers & Artisans, Chili, All Ages, Holiday Gift Ideas
• November 29-December 1: Abbey Road Farm’s Holiday Lights Wine Walk | 5-8PM, All Ages, Wine, Mulled Wine, Cider, Hot Cocoa, Soup, Beautiful Holiday Decorations
• November 29-December 1: Stumptown Stages Presents It’s a Wonderful Life | Award-Winning Musical Adaptation, All Ages Holiday Favorite
• November 30-December 1: PDX Guild of Geeks Presents 2024 Geek the Halls @ DoubleTree Exhibit Hall | 10AM-5PM, Free, 65+ Pacific Northwest Crafters, Holiday Gift Ideas
• December 1: PAM CUT Tomorrow Theater PLUS PLUS Festival Presents Home Alone | 4PM, Classic Holiday Film
• December 1: Holiday Afternoon Tea @ Victorian Belle in North Portland | Pastries, Savories, Holiday Decorations
• December 1: Portland Spirit Cinnamon Bear Holiday Breakfast Cruises in Downtown Portland | 9:30-11:30AM, Storytelling, Music, Magic
• December 3: That Christmas @ PAM CUT Tomorrow Theater | 7PM, Q&A w/ Director Simon Otto and Producer Nicole Hearon (more info)
• December 5: Night Flight Aerial & Raven’s Manor Present CIRCUS OBSCURA | Magical Winter Show, Aerial Coffin, Contortion, Silks, Hoop & More!
• December 5-6: A John Waters Christmas @ Aladdin Theater | Delightfully Naughty Holiday Comedy (Win Tickets, $84)
• December 5-8: Stumptown Stages Presents It’s a Wonderful Life | Award-Winning Musical Adaptation, All Ages Holiday Favorite
• December 6: Festive Fleece Fun Run @ Tigard’s Universal Plaza | 5PM, Family Friendly Fun Run/Walk Along Heritage Trail, Holiday Tree Lighting
• December 6: Rock the Halls Winter Celebration @ Barrel Room Portland | 7PM, Featuring 7 Bands (more info)
• December 6: Murder Mystery Dinner @ The Victorian Belle Mansion | 6:30PM, The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year: A Murderously Festive Holiday Comedy
• December 6-8: Holiday Brewfest @ Pioneer Courthouse Square in Downtown Portland | Heated Tents, Vinyl DJs, Giant Holiday Tree (Win Tickets, $70)
• December 6-8: Mt. Angel Hazelnut Fest @ Mt. Angel Festhalle | Holiday Gift Ideas, Brews & Wines, Artisan Craft Vendors, Buddy the Elf
• December 6-8: Winter Gleam Light Experience @ Oaks Amusement Park | 4-10PM, Family Friendly Holiday Fun, Dynamic Light Displays, Immersive Light Tunnels, Santa & More!
• December 6-8: Abbey Road Farm’s Holiday Lights Wine Walk | 5-8PM, All Ages, Wine, Mulled Wine, Cider, Hot Cocoa, Soup, Beautiful Holiday Decorations
• December 7: Umbrella Parade and Tree Lighting in Downtown Milwaukie | 4-6PM (more info)
• December 7: Sparkling Splendor @ Domaine Divio | Sparkling Wines, Food Pairings
• December 7: Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers Tribute: A Christmas To Remember @ Alberta Abbey | 7PM, Featuring Jacob Westfall and Sarah Vitort (of Fox & Bones)
• December 7: Holiday Market @ Hip Chicks Do Wine in SE Portland | 11AM-5PM, Gift Ideas, Local Artisans, Wine Tasting
• December 7-8: Holiday Vegan Night Market Portland @ The Factor Building | DJs, Food & Drink, 65+ Vegan Restaurants, Small Businesses, Nonprofits & More!
• December 7-8: UNIQUE WORLD: Holiday Pop-Up Experience @ Portland’s Veterans Memorial Coliseum | 11AM-4PM, Showcasing the Next Big Brands, Designers & Artists, Curated Gifts, Drinks, Food, Music & More!
• December 7-8: ScanFair: Nordic Christmas Market @ Oregon Convention Center | Finnish Santa, 100+ Vendors, Raffle, Food & Drink, Entertainment, Games & More!
• December 7-8: Portland Spirit Cinnamon Bear Holiday Breakfast Cruises in Downtown Portland | 9:30-11:30AM, Storytelling, Music, Magic
• December 8: Toys for Tots Toy Drive @ The EastBurn Public House | 4-8PM, Bring a Toy & Sample From 2 Towns, Rogue, Deschutes & Full Sail
• December 8: Support Your Local Library This Holiday Season w/ Friends of the Library | Used Books, Cards, Locally Made Gifts
• December 8: Holiday Afternoon Tea @ Victorian Belle in North Portland | Pastries, Savories, Holiday Decorations
• December 9-11: Portland Spirit Presents Sleigh Rides on the Explorer | Best Seats to See Christmas Ships Parade
• December 9-11: Portland Spirit Christmas Ships Parade Dinner Cruises | Front Row Seats to Rose City Tradition
• December 11: WRW Dickens: A Christmas Carol Live Radio Show @ The Victorian Belle Mansion | 6PM, Sound Effects By Live Foley Players, Dinner & Drinks
• December 12: Night Flight Aerial & Raven’s Manor Present CIRCUS OBSCURA | Magical Winter Show, Aerial Coffin, Contortion, Silks, Hoop & More!
• December 12-15: Stumptown Stages Presents It’s a Wonderful Life | Award-Winning Musical Adaptation, All Ages Holiday Favorite
• December 13: The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition @ Pioneer Courthouse Square | 6-8PM, Free (more info)
• December 13: Margaritas & Mistletoe @ Club Privata | 8PM, Pacific Northwest’s Premier Lifestyle Club
• December 13: Portland Spirit Presents Sleigh Rides on the Explorer | Best Seats to See Christmas Ships Parade
• December 13: Portland Spirit Christmas Ships Parade Dinner Cruises | Front Row Seats to Rose City Tradition
• December 13-14: Aaron Meyer Rock the Holidays @ The Reser in Beaverton | Concert Rock Violinist, Christmas Favorites & Rock-n-Roll Classics
• December 13-14: Dongzhi (冬至): A Chinese Holiday Party @ Lan Su Chinese Garden | Chinese Santa, Illuminated Evenings in the Garden, Winter Solstice Celebration
• December 13-14: Blueprint Ensemble Arts Presents Free Holiday Concert Series in NE Portland | Classic & Contemporary Favorites, Free Food
• December 13-15: Winter Gleam Light Experience @ Oaks Amusement Park | 4-10PM, Family Friendly Holiday Fun, Dynamic Light Displays, Immersive Light Tunnels, Santa & More!
• December 13-15: Abbey Road Farm’s Holiday Lights Wine Walk | 5-8PM, All Ages, Wine, Mulled Wine, Cider, Hot Cocoa, Soup, Beautiful Holiday Decorations
• December 14: Krampus Nacht VHS & Holiday Market @ Dots Cafe | 6-10PM, Raffle, Gift Ideas, Photo Opportunities
• December 14: Cappella Romana Presents Christmas in Ukraine @ St. Mary’s Cathedral | 7:30PM, Featuring Choral Music Expert Dr. Marika Kuzma
• December 14-15: Portland Spirit Cinnamon Bear Holiday Breakfast Cruises in Downtown Portland | 9:30-11:30AM, Storytelling, Music, Magic
• December 15: Cappella Romana Presents Christmas in Ukraine @ Out Lady of the Lake Parish | 3PM, Featuring Choral Music Expert Dr. Marika Kuzma
• December 15: Support Your Local Library This Holiday Season w/ Friends of the Library | Used Books, Cards, Locally Made Gifts
• December 15: Santa’s Workshop: A Date Night Experience @ Rae Loft | 5-9PM, A Spirited, Stress-Relieving Night Out
• December 15: Santa Paws @ Portland Animal Welfare Team | 10AM-2PM, Photos With Santa (more info)
• December 15: Cocoa, Cider, and Caroling on Foster | 3-5PM, Free, Caroling by Blueprint Arts Ensemble, Shopping (more info)
• December 15: Portland Preschool of the Arts Presents A Very Van Gogh Christmas! @ The Hangout PDX | 6-9PM, Free Photos with Santa, The Dickens Carolers (more info)