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
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Start a New Holiday Tradition at Powell’s Books
For first-time visitors and seasoned book browsers, Powell's Books is a magical book land full of hours of bibliophile entertainment. This holiday season, start a new holiday tradition at Portland's favorite independent bookstore. Powell's flagship location, Powell's City of Books on … [Read more...] about Start a New Holiday Tradition at Powell’s Books
What to Do in Portland on Christmas Day
Need some fun ideas? We've got you covered. Christmas Day in Portland is one of my all-time favorite days of the year. The streets are quiet. There's no traffic. It is almost like the whole city is put on pause. Take advantage of this rare sleepy Tuesday in Portland and check out one of these … [Read more...] about What to Do in Portland on Christmas Day
2019 Miracle of a Million Lights at the Victorian Belle
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
Christmas Tree Farms and Lots in and around Portland
Soak in that sweet pine smell Nothing rings in the holiday season quite like the smell of a fresh cut pine tree. We're fortunate to live in an area where pine trees are plentiful and grow by the foot. It also means there are plenty of options for Christmas tree farms and lots in Portland. Find the … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Farms and Lots in and around Portland
2019 Portland Tree Lighting Ceremony
There is something so magical about seeing a tree covered in mesmerizing lights and charming decorations. It is even more impressive when the tree stands at 75 feet tall. On the day after Thanksgiving, Portlanders are invited downtown to ring in the holiday season with good tidings … [Read more...] about 2019 Portland Tree Lighting Ceremony
Free and Cheap Portland Thanksgiving Weekend Events
Be the host with the most activities You’re finally done grocery shopping. The house is clean. You have a master schedule of what's cooking for the next 48 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 family … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Portland Thanksgiving Weekend Events
Portland Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve and Day
Where to Dine Out on Christmas Eve and Day in Portland Leave the stress of preparing a holiday feast behind by dining at one of these Portland restaurants. Here's a list of local and chain restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, and Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, 2019. I … [Read more...] about Portland Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve and Day
2019 Peacock Lane: Portland’s Christmas Street
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 displays. Portland's Peacock Lane … [Read more...] about 2019 Peacock Lane: Portland’s Christmas Street
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
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