Portland Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Portland and surrounding areas
For the festive season Portland delivers joyful festive events and Christmas markets across the Pearl District and South Waterfront where creative lights and installations bring cheer. The Portland Winter Light Festival, Portland SantaCon 2025, and Unique World: Holiday Pop-Up Experience offer seasonal attractions and family-friendly activities near Powell’s Books and the waterfront. Explore neighborhood markets, winter festivals, and holiday tours that showcase Portland’s inventive spirit and a warm community atmosphere throughout the Christmas season.
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Christmas Markets
31 eventsHandcrafted carousel animals with local stories
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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Magic at the Mill
(Salem)
Thousands of twinkling lights and a Holiday Night Market
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The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights
Enchanting walk-through Christmas light displays and live holiday performances.
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Portland Winter Light Festival
Citywide free light festival powered by volunteers.
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Safeway Winter Wonderland powered by Dave's Killer Bread
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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Salem's Riverfront Carousel Holiday Events
(Salem)
Handcrafted carousel animals with local stories
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Major events include the Portland Christmas Ships Parade, Winter Wonderland at Portland International Raceway, and the Silverton Christmas Market. The city also hosts the Festival of Trees and holiday performances at Pioneer Courthouse Square.
Portland is known for its Christmas Ships Parade, where decorated boats sail the Willamette River. The city also celebrates with neighborhood light displays like Peacock Lane and unique holiday markets.
Peacock Lane is a standout for neighborhood displays, and other areas like Sellwood and Laurelhurst often feature festive homes. Many neighborhoods host their own light tours during the season.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at the Silverton Christmas Market, the Festival of Trees, and various pop-up markets in downtown and neighborhood venues throughout December.
Free activities include the Christmas Ships Parade, Peacock Lane, and holiday light walks at The Grotto. Many parks and community centers also host free holiday events and tree lightings.
Families enjoy ZooLights, the Holiday Express train ride, and visits with Santa at local malls and markets. Many light displays and markets offer kid-friendly activities and treats.