Lents Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Lents and surrounding areas
Lents celebrates Christmas 2025 with neighborhood cheer, Christmas lights and Holiday lights glowing near the Grotto and along the Lents Town Center. Don’t miss The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights and local pop-ups like McMenamins Presents: The Nightcap Before Christmas Holiday Pop-Up Bar that add festive flair. Families will find plenty of family fun and seasonal activities from light shows to winter markets, making Lents a welcoming spot for evening strolls and holiday shopping near familiar landmarks.
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Christmas Markets
31 eventsTraditional German Christmas market experience
Christmas Shows
17 eventsLive musical performance of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'
Christmas Lights
16 eventsEnchanting walk-through Christmas light displays and live holiday performances.
Christmas Parties
7 eventsPortland's largest Christmas bar crawl with free venue entry
Other Christmas Activities
29 eventsHistoric holiday celebration at Fort Vancouver
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The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights
(Portland)
Enchanting walk-through Christmas light displays and live holiday performances.
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Magic at the Mill
(Salem)
Thousands of twinkling lights and a Holiday Night Market
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Portland Winter Light Festival
(Portland)
Citywide free light festival powered by volunteers.
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Safeway Winter Wonderland powered by Dave's Killer Bread
(Portland)
Largest drive-thru holiday light show in the Pacific Northwest.
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The Music of A Charlie Brown Christmas
(Corvallis)
Live musical performance of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'
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Home for the Holidays at Pittock Mansion
(Portland)
Historic mansion adorned with festive holiday decorations
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Lents Christmas FAQ
Lents features several community-driven holiday events, with neighborhood light displays and local markets being highlights. Nearby Portland’s Winter Wonderland and Peacock Lane also draw many visitors from Lents each year.
Lents embraces a close-knit community spirit with neighborhood displays and local markets that emphasize handmade crafts and family participation, reflecting the area’s welcoming and creative character during the holidays.
Within Lents, several residential streets are known for their festive neighborhood displays. For more extensive light shows, nearby areas like Peacock Lane in Portland offer well-known pedestrian-friendly experiences.
Local community centers and seasonal pop-up markets in Lents host artisan vendors and crafters. Additionally, nearby Portland markets provide a broader selection of local makers and holiday goods.
Enjoying neighborhood light displays and attending free local markets are great budget-friendly options in Lents. Walking trails decorated with holiday lights also offer a festive experience without cost.
Families can enjoy walkable light displays, local markets with kid-friendly crafts, and seasonal events featuring visits with Santa. Nearby larger events like Winter Wonderland also offer rides and entertainment suitable for children.