Winthrop Balloon Roundup

Over the snow, it’s Winthrop Washington’s 27th annual Air Balloon Roundup up in the sky   The skies over Winthrop brighten with the brilliant colors of over a dozen hot air balloons. This 3-day Balloon Roundup is a photographer’s dream. An incredible visual display as the balloons fly over the... Read More

FREE

Wings Over Willapa Festival

Willapa National Wildlife Refuge Complex 7112 67th Place, Long Beach, WA

This annual birding and nature festival is a celebration of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge’s many species and diverse habitats. We’ll have an amazing array of tours, workshops, and other events happening all around the Long Beach Peninsula and Willapa Bay. Events and field trips this year include beach walks to... Read More

LeMay Car Museum Wheels & Heels Annual Gala

LeMay America's Car Museum 2702 East D Street, Tacoma, WA

A high speed - hit fashion event. The evening festivities will include a cocktail reception, seated dinner, live and silent auction, and a signature celebratory firework display.  

Bend Christmas Parade

Downtown Bend, Oregon 916 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR

A most beloved Christmas tradition in Bend. Come downtown to see a wonderful hometown parade. The 2023 theme is "The Lights of Christmas" Marching bands, floats, and family fun.  

FREE

Christmas at the Museum Gingerbread Competition

Gresham Historical Society Museum 410 N. Main Ave., Gresham, OR

Come see all the amazing creations submitted by both professional and amateur gingerbread house decorators. Hosted by the Gresham Historical Society & Museum. The 2nd annual competition's theme is "Christmas Around the World" $25 to enter into the competition, Free to view.

FREE

West Linn Ugly Holiday Sweater Dash

Ale & Cider House 1720 Willamette Falls Drive, West Linn, OR

Ugly Holiday Sweater Dash 1 Mile Dash/Stroll Historic Downtown Willamette Saturday, December 9th It’s that time of year again to don your holiday apparel for the annual Holiday Sweater Dash. The start and finish will be at the Ale and Cider House. Pre-registration is recommended. Registered participants will receive a... Read More

$15

Witches Paddle: Bend

Riverbend Park, Bend Oregon Bend, OR

Whether watching witches or being one is your game, you'll enjoy this wacky way to celebrate Halloween! Watch a gathering of paddleboarders and water lovers get out on the lake at Riverbend park and paddle their way in full Halloween costume.  Join in the fun and help support this year's... Read More

FREE

NW Tea Festival

Seattle Center 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA, United States

Each year festival organizers bring together authors, industry experts, buyers, retailers, artists, and educators to help you experience something new and expand your enjoyment of this most fascinating of beverages! Immerse yourself in the tea experience: Sample some of the finest teas from all over the world. Attend presentations led... Read More

$15