Since 2015, the Portland Night Market has centered around Portland's creative scene. Bringing together food, culture, music, drinks and retail, this quarterly event is a unique experience on the Central Eastside for Portlanders of all ages. Portland Night Market's next event is taking … [Read more...] about Portland Night Market: Discover Local Creators December 2-5
Attractions & Museums
Must-See Holiday Light Displays in Portland
The holiday season is officially here! Portland is transforming into a winter wonderland. The Rose City has many magical holiday light displays. Whether you want to tour a historic Victorian mansion or see the rivers come to life with decorative ships, Portland has holiday lights for … [Read more...] about Must-See Holiday Light Displays in Portland
2021 Holiday Express Train Ride in Portland
Have you ever dreamed of riding the Polar Express? Here's a magical train ride in Portland this holiday season. Join Santa Claus and his elves on the Holiday Express train ride in Portland. This memorable ride behind Portland’s famous steam locomotives lets you travel inside a vintage rail car as … [Read more...] about 2021 Holiday Express Train Ride in Portland
Free State Park Entrance on Black Friday
Choose to #OptOutside on Black Friday Want a change of pace this Black Friday? Skip the hyper-consumerism and work off that holiday meal at your favorite state park. On Friday, November 26, receive free state park entrance in Oregon and Washington. Autumn day at Washington State Parks Washington … [Read more...] about Free State Park Entrance on Black Friday
MESO Holiday Market: Shop Minority-Owned Small Businesses
Visit the first-ever MESO Holiday Market! Shop a wide variety of goods made by local minority-owned small businesses. Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon assists small businesses experiencing challenges in the wake of gentrification, new development, and increased rents in North and Northeast … [Read more...] about MESO Holiday Market: Shop Minority-Owned Small Businesses
Portland Holiday Market at the Expo Center
Portland's Holiday Market is coming to town! Shop outside the big box this weekend at the Portland Expo Center. Does this event sound familiar? Instead of the annual America's Largest Christmas Bazaar, the Portland Expo Center is hosting the Portland Holiday Market. This brand new holiday … [Read more...] about Portland Holiday Market at the Expo Center
Holiday Markets in and around Portland
Ready to start crossing off your holiday shopping list? Shop local at these Portland holiday markets. This list is your day-to-day guide to holiday markets happening in the Portland area. Some of these markets have a special niche, like food or crafts. All of them are great places to support … [Read more...] about Holiday Markets in and around Portland
2021 Oregon ZooLights Walk- and Drive-through Nights
The Oregon Zoo's special holiday attraction lets you walk on the wild side of a winter wonderland. ZooLights features more than 1.5 million lights and gives visitors a whole new zoo experience. This year, you'll have two ways to experience one of Portland's best holiday light … [Read more...] about 2021 Oregon ZooLights Walk- and Drive-through Nights
OMSI Science Pubs at McMenamins Kennedy School
Bring your appetite for food, drinks and knowledge to OMSI Science Pubs. These events invite people of all ages to learn about an interesting science topic in a friendly, fun environment. OMSI Science Pubs are monthly events that celebrate the marvel of science with food and drinks. Many of … [Read more...] about OMSI Science Pubs at McMenamins Kennedy School
2021 Crafty Wonderland Holiday Art and Craft Market
Are you ready for the return of Portland's best holiday art and craft market? Crafty Wonderland is the ultimate local handmade art and craft event of the season. The popular craft show is back in 2021 with all the things you loved over the past 15 years along with a few changes to keep everyone … [Read more...] about 2021 Crafty Wonderland Holiday Art and Craft Market
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