You’re finally done grocery shopping. The house is clean. You have a schedule of what's cooking for the next 24 hours. It is officially the calm before the holiday storm. But there is still one thing you might have overlooked: what do to with your guests over Thanksgiving weekend. Make new … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Weekend Events in Portland
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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
Get a Free Thanksgiving Meal at Prost’s Portland Pub
Give thanks for free food! Looking for a great meal and good company on Thanksgiving? Prost! Portland is bringing the holiday back to the basics: A wholesome meal celebrated by all. Prost! is joining the group of Portland restaurants open on Thanksgiving with a truly unbeatable offer. On … [Read more...] about Get a Free Thanksgiving Meal at Prost’s Portland Pub
Small Shops Big Hearts Holiday Shopping Event
Want to support Portland small businesses on some of the biggest shopping days of the year? Small Shops Big Hearts holiday shopping event gives you the chance to win prizes while you shop. Instead of fighting the lines at overcrowded big box stores or spending a mind-numbing amount of time … [Read more...] about Small Shops Big Hearts Holiday Shopping Event
2021 Peacock Lane: Portland’s Christmas Street
Peacock Lane is back in 2021! Every December, a quiet street in southeast Portland transforms its charming homes into a holiday spectacular for all to enjoy. Nothing says it is Christmastime in Portland quite like a trip down this historic lane, one of Portland's must-see holiday light … [Read more...] about 2021 Peacock Lane: Portland’s Christmas Street
2021 Christmas on the Campground
Christmas on the Campground brings a traditional light display to Portland every year. The event illustrates a Merry Christmas with a life-size nativity, thousands of lights and the tallest decorated Christmas tree in Southeast Portland. There are some important changes to keep in mind at this … [Read more...] about 2021 Christmas on the Campground
Free Pet Photos with Santa at PetSmart
Does your pet have a special spot on your holiday card? I'm sure you have hundreds—if not thousands—of photos of your pet being their adorable self. Why not make your holiday card extra special this year with a photo with Saint Nick? Free pet photos with Santa at PetSmart are happening on select … [Read more...] about Free Pet Photos with Santa at PetSmart
Sign Up for Free Photos with Portland’s Black Santa
Black Santa is coming to town! Participate in this Portland tradition at these free events this holiday season. Leroy Barber, Portland's Black Santa, took on the role in 2016. These volunteer-led Black Santa events offer a more diverse representation of Jolly Old Saint Nicholas. In 2021, … [Read more...] about Sign Up for Free Photos with Portland’s Black Santa
2021 Free Photos with Santa
We're all looking for ways to save during the holiday season. Capturing a moment you'll cherish for years to come should not break the bank. Thankfully, these local events are offering free photos with Santa! I had seen photos with Santa as high as $60. Some even require you to take your own … [Read more...] about 2021 Free Photos with Santa
2021 Free Fishing Weekends in Oregon
Every year, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife invites reeling newbies and advanced anglers to participate in free fishing weekends. During these events, no fishing licenses or tags are required to fish, crab or clam in Oregon. On these days it is not required to … [Read more...] about 2021 Free Fishing Weekends in Oregon
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