Visit a Scandinavian Christmas market featuring art, crafts and food. Do you know about the Yule goat? This Scandinavian symbol of the holiday season is a gift giver who is sometimes pictured as Santa's companion. In the spirit of the Yule goat, start your holiday preparations at New … [Read more...] about The Scandinavian Christmas Goat Market
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2025 Christmas on the Campground
Christmas on the Campground brings a traditional light display and special holiday event 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. This event is once again opening … [Read more...] about 2025 Christmas on the Campground
Free Thanksgiving Dinners in Portland
In the true spirit of the season, when community and generosity are the centerpiece, organizations throughout Portland are serving free Thanksgiving dinner. Thanksgiving is a time-honored tradition of coming together to share a bountiful feast. If you're looking for a free hot meal, visit one of … [Read more...] about Free Thanksgiving Dinners in Portland
2025 Silverton Christmas Market
Take a drive to the Oregon Garden Resort for the annual Silverton Christmas Market, featuring a dazzling light display, German inspired market and family-friendly activities. This beloved holiday tradition has taken place for more than a decade. Now held at the Oregon Garden Resort, the … [Read more...] about 2025 Silverton Christmas Market
Gem Faire at Westside Commons
Gem Faire is taking over the entire expo hall at Westside Commons for the three-day event. The fair is one of the largest gem, jewelry and bead shows in the U.S. With more than 30 shows a year, you're sure to see the best of the best in the gem industry. The dealers at Gem Faire are direct … [Read more...] about Gem Faire at Westside Commons
St. Johns Community Tree Lighting
Head to one of Portland’s most charming neighborhoods for a festive, community event. Be part of the decorating crew at St. Johns Community Tree Lighting. The tree lighting event is held at the St. Johns Plaza. Here are the activities you can partake in: Decorate an ornament to hang on … [Read more...] about St. Johns Community Tree Lighting
Topaz Farm Winter Wonderland
Enjoy fresh Christmas trees, visits with Santa and a holiday market at the Topaz Farm Winter Wonderland. The Sauvie Island farm has a produce market, farm animals, you-pick crops, a grill and lots of harvest time events. The farm also hosts special activities in celebration of the winter … [Read more...] about Topaz Farm Winter Wonderland
Portland Flea Vintage, Handmade Market
Calling all vintage, handmade, food loving Portlanders! Explore one-of-a-kind goods at Portland Flea. For over a decade, Portland Flea has created a gathering place for our city's creators to showcase their talents. Get out and join your community of makers, food purveyors and curators at this … [Read more...] about Portland Flea Vintage, Handmade Market
The Portland Pancakes and Booze Art Show
Portland's pop-up art extravaganza is set to captivate art enthusiasts and pancake lovers alike at the Pancakes and Booze Art Show. Originating in Los Angeles in 2009, this event has popped up more than 500 times, spreading its creative wings across 35+ cities in Europe and North America. Now, … [Read more...] about The Portland Pancakes and Booze Art Show
Every Husband’s Nightmare Bazaar and Vintage Marketplace
Are you ready for 1,300-square-feet of local creations and vintage finds? Head to Every Husband's Nightmare Bazaar and Vintage Marketplace. Celebrating its 37th year, the event features local vendors specializing in handcrafted items, gourmet food, vintage treasures and collectibles. Here's … [Read more...] about Every Husband’s Nightmare Bazaar and Vintage Marketplace
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