What could be more beautiful than a 1885 Victorian home dressed top to bottom in twinkly lights and tasteful holiday decor? The Victorian Belle is a spectacular holiday wonderland during the Miracle of a Million Lights. On the outside, take in the dazzling lights decorating the home and the … [Read more...] about 2019 Miracle of a Million Lights at the Victorian Belle
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Tips for Enjoying Crafty Wonderland
An Insider's Guide to Crafty Wonderland By Jenny Brown I’m not the world’s most enthusiastic shopper, but I really dig finding the perfect Christmas gift for someone I love. And my favorite way to find that item is by patronizing local artisans, frequenting farmer's markets, and hitting up good … [Read more...] about Tips for Enjoying Crafty Wonderland
2019 PIR Winter Wonderland Special Nights
Every holiday season, Portland International Raceway transforms into the largest light show in the Northwest. Winter Wonderland is one of the must-see holiday light displays in Portland. It is happening for a full month this year, giving families and friends plenty of time to schedule a visit during … [Read more...] about 2019 PIR Winter Wonderland Special Nights
Sunday Parkways: A Family-Friendly Mobile Block Party
Take to the Streets for Free Fun Every year, Portland Bureau of Transportation opens Portland streets for Sunday Parkways. This summer program lets bikers and walkers stroll their neighborhoods together like one big mobile block party. It is family friendly and always draws big crowds of … [Read more...] about Sunday Parkways: A Family-Friendly Mobile Block Party
Portland-area Fall Festivals 2019
Get a taste of the best of the fall harvest at these Portland fall festivals. Changing leaves, pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters are not the only fall favorites to look forward to in the Portland area. Portland fall festivals have an array of fun activities for everyone. These community … [Read more...] about Portland-area Fall Festivals 2019
2019 Oaks Park Oktoberfest
As Portland's iconic amusement park is celebrating the harvest with a fun, family-friendly celebration of the season. The Oaks Park Oktoberfest is one fall festival you won't want to miss. This Oktoberfest has events that anyone can enjoy. The festival is broken up into the Main Festhalle … [Read more...] about 2019 Oaks Park Oktoberfest
2019 Portland Oktoberfests
From September to October, crowds will pack the beer halls and streets to celebrate Oktoberfest in Germany. Thankfully, you don't have to go on an international trip to partake in this German tradition. Portland Oktoberfests are plentiful and offer a variety of activities for all ages. At … [Read more...] about 2019 Portland Oktoberfests
2019 Portland Sunflower Festivals
It's harvest time in the Pacific Northwest. One crop that brings universal admiration for its lofty stalks and full faced color is the sunflower. Portland sunflower festivals are opening in mid-August and inviting our community to come take in this bloom while it lasts. Portland has many … [Read more...] about 2019 Portland Sunflower Festivals
$5 Portland Music Festival
On almost every night of the week you're guaranteed to stumble upon cheap live music at a local bar. This weekend, a special cheap music festival is set to rock our city with a deal that is almost too good to be true. Portland Not Portlandia IV is an annual cheap music festival featuring 42 … [Read more...] about $5 Portland Music Festival
9 Portland Street Fairs You Won’t Want to Miss
Free Summertime Fun in Portland One of my favorite summertime activities in Portland is attending the totally free, family-friendly and fun neighborhood street fairs. If you're new to Portland or haven't explored the city in a while, this is a great way to get out there and see what other … [Read more...] about 9 Portland Street Fairs You Won’t Want to Miss
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