The Grotto Christmas Festival of Lights over 2 million lights, nightly caroling, puppet shows and a giant walkthrough Christmas Tree! Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas at the Grotto’s Festival of Lights like Stacey and her family did this year. Enjoy the lights and grab some great pics!

The Christmas Ships are back sailing the Willamette and Columbia rivers for the 70th year! Find the best viewing spots and times here.

The Portland Holiday Brew Fest downtown at Pioneer Courthouse Square. Needed an excuse to see the 75' Doug Fir in Portland's Living Room? There ya go!

The final Providence Festival of Trees is Friday Dec 6 at The Oregon Convention Center.

Magic of Lights, the vibrant drive thru holiday light display open now thru January 4th at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem.

The Willamette Valley Visitors Association is hosting its annual ornament hunt across the Willamette and Umpqua National Forests until Christmas Day. Two hundred locally crafted wooden ornaments are hidden along 24 trails. Find one, and you could win a two-night getaway in the Willamette Valley! It's a fun way to explore the beautiful forests and enjoy some holiday cheer.

Silver Falls State Park will hold its annual Winter Festival December 14th and 15th. There are activities for both adults and children. There are guided walks that take about an hour. There's wreath making and areas to build bird nest boxes, bird feeders and paper bird crafts. You can earn a commemorative Silver Falls ornament from taking part in at least six of the activities.

The Portland Winter Ice Rink is back this holiday season. The family-friendly outdoor ice rink located at the west end of the Morrison Bridgehead on the waterfront. In addition to skating, enjoy a variety of activities in the Winter Village, which features a concession marketplace, food, warm beverages, and a cozy lounge.

OMSI is opening its own indoor ice skating rink for the holidays. They’ve turned their auditorium into a winter wonderland. Open through the New Year.

A groovy way to entertain your parents in town for the holiday…The Portland Art Museum is showing psychedelic rock posters and fashion of the 1960s. In addition to all the vibrant colored posters that came out of San Francisco, you’ll see a huge collection of vintage clothing from embroidered denim to hippy fringe, crochet and velvet. Free with admission

The Benson Portland has unveiled their 53rd Annual Gingerbread Masterpiece.

The Cinnamon Bear Cruise on the Portland Spirit is a longstanding tradition in Portland.

Mt Railroad Polar Express Christmas Train is a must if you have littles. We took our boys in their pj's a couple of times. The free hot cocoa while they perform the hot cocoa song from the movie is worth the trip alone!.

The Silverton Christmas Market is open most nights November 21 – December 31. Weekends sell out so grab your tickets online.

Looking for unique handmade gifts this holiday season? Artifact in SE Portland is thrilled to announce that it has partnered with 25 local makers to bring you the best and the brightest. The front showroom has transformed into a cozy winter wonderland.