Portland Junior Parade

Portland Hollywood District Portland, OR

Children come from all parts of the city to join in: dressing in costume, transforming wagons into floats, decorating their bikes with colorful flowers, or just parading with their friends and family. Elementary and Middle School marching bands fill the Hollywood District with song, and dance teams add swirls of... Read More

FREE

Portland Starlight Parade

Downtown Portland, Oregon Portland, OR

The Starlight Parade is the one of the Rose Festival's most popular events offering electrified funky fun for everyone. Traditional marching bands and flood-lit floats, glow-in-the-dark umbrellas and unique hand-built entries create a vibe like no other on Portland's downtown streets. The Starlight Parade continues a longtime festival tradition from... Read More

Portland Grand Floral Parade

Downtown Portland, Oregon Portland, OR

A cherished highlight of the Portland Rose Festival, this popular procession is more than just a spectacular floral-filled parade — it’s a beloved annual tradition. For more than 100 years, Portland families, visitors and community groups have been making memories at the Spirit Mountain Casino Grand Floral Parade. A colorful... Read More

FREE

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