Holidays & Seasonal

Celebrate Día de los Muertos at M&M Marketplace with two days of culture, music, food, and family fun. Join us on Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1 from 2 PM to 7 PM for a free community celebration in Hillsboro.

Enjoy live music, traditional altars, Calenda, Calaveritas Literarias, a Concurso de Catrinas, food, shopping, and family entertainment. Bring your family and friends as we come together to honor loved ones and celebrate Día de los Muertos traditions.

Dates: Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1
Time: 2 PM to 7 PM
Location: M&M Marketplace, 346 SW Walnut St., Hillsboro, OR 97123
Admission: Free

¡Acompáñanos con toda la familia para celebrar nuestras tradiciones, recordar a nuestros seres queridos y disfrutar un fin de semana especial en comunidad!

This ever-popular event will be emceed by local entertainer Enrique E. Andrade, who is a member of the ensemble cast of Marigolds y Memorias, this year’s centerpiece theatrical attraction for the Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration. Originally from Mexico City, Andrade is an accomplished actor and voice-over artist who has appeared in more than two dozen Milagro productions, as well as working at Portland Story Theater and 3rd Angle Music Ensemble. His screen credits include Leverage, Grimm, and The Librarians. The evening’s headline entertainer is Portland’s own Yissel Lopez, who has won over audiences with her captivating Latin pop and Mariachi fusion music.

Guests will dine on a uniquely prepared three-course dinner catered by beloved Portland restauranteur Lucy de Leon, featuring dishes from both her new downtown hotspot, Madrina Cocina Mexicana, and the Eastside La Patroncita, famous for serving up a fusion of time-honored recipes and innovative creations, lovingly prepared with the freshest ingredients and the essence of home. Wine for this special evening is provided by A to Z Wineworks, Oregon’s top-selling wine brand, which pursues its mission to offer dependable, quality wine which is accessible to all.

A guest favorite year after year, our silent auction of unique Mexican artisanal goods will again temp guests with beautiful, one-of-a-kind works of art and other cultural gems. And perhaps most important of all, a major draw of ¡Viva Milagro! is the opportunity to connect and spend time with a room full of Milagro friends and supporters!

Please note that any orders made with credit card are subject to additional processing fees.

For over 40 Seasons, Milagro has been dedicated to bringing the vibrancy of Latino theatre, culture, and art education to audiences in the Pacific Northwest and across the country. We provide a home for artists and audiences seeking authentic Latino cultural experiences. We value creativity and diversity; we welcome the risk of experimentation while respecting tradition; we empower our artists to think creatively and act collaboratively; we are often irreverent but never irrelevant.

In the coming season, we we’ll work hard to keep providing reduced ticket prices for students, to take our bilingual outreach efforts to more communities where the arts are lacking, to transform El Zócalo into a buzzing space for our community groups, and to bring talented artist residents to Milagro. However, we need your help to make this and more happen!

Sponsorships start at just $500.

For more information, please contact us!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 503-236-7253

Celebrate Samhain and the Day of the Dead with a transformative, grounding evening hosted by Celine Redfield of Two Wings Balanced Healing. Aligned with the deeply intuitive water energy of Scorpio season, this sacred gathering combines community connection with deep personal restoration.

• The Experience: The evening begins with an ancestral invocation and a warm botanical tea ceremony—guests are welcome to bring a memento, photo, or candle to place on a collective altar. You will then ease into a guided hypnotic meditation before relaxing into a restorative, one-hour water-element sound bath.
• The Instruments: Healing frequencies are created using a carefully curated selection of "watery" and crystalline instruments. You will experience crystal singing bowls for all seven chakras, a cosmic light chalice, ocean drums, rain sticks, aqua Koshi chimes, crystal pyramids, tongue drums, and pangi seed shakers.
• Who It’s For: This event is for anyone looking to honor their ancestors, connect deeply with their intuition, or find a peaceful space for internal reflection and fresh personal transformation.
• The Benefits: Attendees will experience deep, receptive relaxation, reduced stress, emotional release, and a renewed sense of internal safety and security.

Portland Book Festival welcomes Molly and Meherwan Irani, the husband-and-wife team behind Asheville’s nationally celebrated Chai Pani Restaurant Group. Their flagship restaurant, Chai Pani, was named Outstanding Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation in 2022.

This year, Molly and Meherwan each bring a new book to the table. Meherwan has written No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World: At-Home Recipes from the Streets, Truck Stops, Villages, and Palaces of India. Molly’s Service Ready: A Story of Love, Restaurants, and the Power of Hospitality was published earlier this year. Together, the books offer two very different—and deeply connected—perspectives on food, restaurants, and hospitality.

In celebration of Diwali—the Hindu festival of lights, marked by food, gathering, and celebration—Molly and Meherwan will join their longtime friend Chef Troy MacLarty at Bollywood Theater on Alberta Street for a collaboration. Bollywood Theater will serve a special menu inspired by recipes from Meherwan’s book alongside its own Diwali-inspired menu. It’s a gathering of longtime friends, great food, and two books that reflect different sides of a shared life in restaurants.

Both books will be featured at Portland Book Festival, and Molly and Meherwan will be on hand at Bollywood to meet guests and sign copies.

2026 Cinnamon Bear Cruise Dates:
Saturday, 11/28
Sunday, 11/29
Saturday, 12/5
Sunday, 12/6
Saturday, 12/12
Sunday, 12/13
Saturday, 12/19
Sunday, 12/20
Monday, 12/21
Tuesday, 12/22
Wednesday, 12/23
Thursday, 12/24
Saturday, 12/26
Sunday, 12/27

Boarding: 9:00 am
Cruising: 9:30 am – 11:30 am

• 2-hour cruise on the Willamette River
• Plated hot breakfast (eggs, potatoes, bacon, fruit and pastries) for adults & youth, excludes infants
• Hot cocoa, orange juice, coffee and hot tea
• Souvenir photo with Cinnamon Bear for every child 12 and younger
• Signature Cinnamon Bear treat for youth
• Character storytelling, autograph sessions and magic show
• Reserved table
• Service gratuity

Boarding Location:
Salmon Springs Dock
1010 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204

Return Details: Returns to original departure point.

Tickets start at $72 for adults or $52 for children 12 and younger. Cinnamon Bear has been a holiday tradition for generations and you’re invited to make this season one your child will remember forever.

Reservations available at portlandspirit.com/cinnamonbear or by calling 503-224-3900.

Can’t get spooked enough?! DARCELLE-O-WEEN IS COMING TO BRUNCH! 🎃

Get spooky, glamorous, and a little bit wicked at Darcelle XV Showplace this coming Halloween weekend!

Drag. Costumes. Cocktails. Big Halloween energy. Dress spooky. Win big prizes!

Doors open at 11.30am, show is at 12.30pm. Cover $32. Ages 21+

Make your reservations now!

Welcome in the beginning of maple pulling season, for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Northwest at Camp Colton. Collaborating with Stelo and the Oregon Maple Project for the Fourth Annual Big Leaf Maple Dinner, to present an intimate family-style dinner, where each course includes the maple syrup harvested from the maple trees at Camp Colton.

This thoughtfully curated evening is designed for those who value a deeper connection to nature, are curious about local food sources, and desire a connection to community. Begin your journey with a tour of the Sugar Shack, where you'll learn about the magic of maple sugaring and enjoy the rare treat of tasting fresh, homegrown Oregon maple syrup.

Use this as an opportunity to invite a friend, escape the ordinary and deepen your appreciation for Oregon's natural and culinary treasures, all while supporting the stewardship of this land and the mission of the Oregon Maple Project.

Portland Book Festival welcomes Molly and Meherwan Irani, the husband-and-wife team behind Asheville’s nationally celebrated Chai Pani Restaurant Group. Their flagship restaurant, Chai Pani, was named Outstanding Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation in 2022.

This year, Molly and Meherwan each bring a new book to the table. Meherwan has written No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World: At-Home Recipes from the Streets, Truck Stops, Villages, and Palaces of India, releasing September 22. Molly’s Service Ready: A Story of Love, Restaurants, and the Power of Hospitality was published earlier this year. Together, the books offer two very different—and deeply connected—perspectives on food, restaurants, and hospitality.

In celebration of Diwali—the Hindu festival of lights, marked by food, gathering, and celebration—Molly and Meherwan will join their longtime friend Chef Troy MacLarty at Bollywood Theater on Alberta Street for a collaboration.

Bollywood Theater will serve a special menu inspired by recipes from Meherwan’s book alongside its own Diwali-inspired menu. It’s a gathering of longtime friends, great food, and two books that reflect different sides of a shared life in restaurants.

Both books will be featured at Portland Book Festival, and Molly and Meherwan will be on hand at Bollywood to meet guests and sign copies.

The annual Portland Holiday Market is the premier venue for holiday cheer! Kickstart your festive decor and gift shopping while enjoying gourmet food and festive family activities. The three-day market brings the community together for a weekend of getting into the spirit before the season begins in earnest.

This year’s market features one-of-a-kind treasures from hundreds of artisan shops and local makers, sensational bites and sips from local vendors, live carolers roaming the aisles, hands-on workshops from DIY holiday decor to cookie decorating, and adoptable pups at Puppermint Lane in partnership with One Tail at a Time. Snap a photo with the 25-foot living blue spruce, take a break with a festive cocktail in the YuleTide Lounge, and bring the little ones by to meet Santa. It’s a one-stop shop to prepare for holiday hosting, gifting, and celebrating before the hustle and bustle begins.

General admission is $13 online and $14 at the door, and tickets are FREE for children ages 12 and under. Bundle two tickets plus parking for $33, and parking is free after 4:00 pm on Friday.

DATES:

Fri 11/6 from 10am-7pm

Sat 11/7 from 10am-7pm

Sun 11/8 from 10am-6pm

Experience the twinkling, magical wonderland of ZooLights— without any kids. Brighten the season at BrewLights. This ZooLights beer festival experience is for folks 21+. Cut loose without kids or daytime crowds and enjoy dozens of the Northwest’s best breweries and cideries, plus live music, food carts and more.

With an animal lantern train ride, vibrant sparkling tunnels and a variety of wildlife-inspired displays, BrewLights is the region’s most impressive light display. This is the perfect event for gathering friends, raising a glass and snapping selfies.

Tickets include a souvenir cup and 10 three-ounce pours. Choose from dozens of beer, seltzer and cider options from the finest Northwest craft beverage makers. Nondrinking tickets are available for those preferring to enjoy BrewLights alcohol-free.

Join Dandelion Teahouse & Melba’s Vegan Bakery for a special tea party in celebration of Halloween! Costumes are encouraged, so come wearing your best spooky outfit!

✨November 1, 2026

✨10:30am

✨109 W 7th Street Vancouver, WA 98660

Attendees will enjoy a flight of 4 different teas and a selection of baked goods, with the option of enjoying our special tea & pastry pairings or creating your own tea flight. After you have finished your flight, you will have the option of enjoying a full cup of your favorite tea to finish off the experience.

Menu:

Sweet Pastries:

2 Mini Apple Cider Donuts

Maple Chai Scone

"Vampire Bite" Chocolate Strawberry Bundt Cake

Savory Pastries:

Cheddar Garlic Scone

Recommended Tea Flights:

Option 1:

Masala Chai, Apple Pie, Earl Grey Creme, Creme Brulee

Option 2:

Holy Basil Chai, Pumpkin Pie, Caramelized Pear, Witch's Brew

The 37th Annual Holiday Food & Gift Festival is one of the largest holiday celebrations in the Northwest, welcoming thousands of shoppers each year who love to complete their holiday shopping early. Explore hundreds of exhibitors offering one-of-a-kind gifts you won’t find anywhere else—featuring art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, woodcraft, photography, toys, and Christmas décor, and so much more. It’s a true gift-buyer’s delight, with something special for everyone on your list.

Throughout the festival, you’ll discover gourmet food booths, offering handcrafted treats such as chocolates, sauces, baked goods, coffees, teas, and specialty foods. Wineries and distilleries are also featured throughout the event, with tastings and bottles available for purchase.

Diwali, “the festival of lights,” is a holiday celebrated all across India. In collaboration with the Indian-American community, NWCT is excited to bring the festivities back to The Judy. Create a beautiful rangoli, make a lantern, learn a diya (lamp) dance, and enjoy savory and sweet Indian treats.

Free to attend with a suggested donation of $10 per family.

RSVPs are strongly encouraged.
All ages welcome.

Kick off the holiday season by discovering unique handmade crafts, tasty treats, and festive treasures from over 30 local artisans.

It is that time of year again. The 11th Annual OBT Holiday Craft Fair is just around the corner. There will be a variety of skilled artists participating again this year, some returning and some joining for the very first time. Handmade clothing, intricately beaded and silver inlay jewelry, miso products, felted and 3D ornaments, paintings, ceramics, hand-woven baskets, unique greeting cards, and fun stocking stuffers are just some of the amazing creations you will find at the fair. There will be something for everyone—and all budgets. Bring the kids and plan to shop the day away.

The first 30 people through the door will receive a discount coupon from the kitchen, where tasty dishes will be served all day long. There will also be a bake sale booth, run by the Dharma School. Please come out and support these wonderful artists. All are welcome.

New Sweden is proud to host their 5th Annual Scandinavian Christmas Goat Market, on Saturday, November 28, at the historic Norse Hall. Gather your family and friends to share some “julstämning” (holiday spirit) and kick off the festive season.

• Meander through over 30 vendors Nordic goods
• Savor the Nordic foods
• Enjoy live entertainment
• Explore the huge LEGO display and activities for the kids

Presented by Veganizer, World Vegan Month is back for its fourth year. Enjoy delicious food and drink specials at 35 participating businesses, from restaurants and bakeries to food carts and pop-ups. Enjoy vegan specials for a cause all month long. Collect stamps to complete a stamp card for a chance to win gift cards.

A portion of sales from each special will be donated to a cause chosen by that business. Together, we will support a variety of causes, including humanitarian, cultural, environmental, animal, equity and justice organizations.

World Vegan Month was founded in November 1994 to mark The Vegan Society's 50th anniversary. Today, World Vegan Month is celebrated worldwide to recognize the vegan movement and vegan communities everywhere. The World Vegan Month program is a way to celebrate in Portland while highlighting local businesses and raising awareness of important causes.

Join us for Harvest Celebration, a one-of-a-kind evening where the worlds of art and wine come together in the heart of Portland.

Presented by the Portland Art Museum and the Willamette Valley Wineries Association, this immersive tasting experience celebrates the creativity, craftsmanship, and intersection between artists and winemakers. Enjoy wines from 50 Willamette Valley wineries alongside engaging artistic experiences, seasonal culinary offerings, and opportunities for discovery throughout the evening.

Each artist will be paired with a collection of participating wineries, creating unique intersections between visual art and winemaking. Meet the artists, learn about their creative process, and discover how artistic expression and winegrowing share a common foundation.

The evening will also feature a live artist creating work in real time, offering guests a firsthand look at the creative process. Interactive experiences invite attendees to become creators themselves, including opportunities to participate in creative activities. Guests can further extend their experience by exploring works available through the Portland Art Museum’s Rental Sales Gallery, offering an opportunity to bring a piece of local art home and continue the experience long after the event concludes.

Guests will enjoy:

• Tastings from more than 50 premier Willamette Valley wineries
• Pinot-friendly grazing boards and seasonal bites
• Five featured artist and winery pairings
• Live art demonstrations
• Hands-on interactive experiences throughout the event
• Opportunities to connect with featured artists and winemakers
• Access to artwork from the Portland Art Museum’s Rental Sales Gallery, with opportunities to purchase or rent pieces for your home

Raise a glass, discover something new, and experience the harvest season through a fresh lens—where every bottle tells a story, and every work of art sparks a connection.

Ticket options

General admission (6 – 9 pm) | $105
Includes event entry, wine tastings, seasonal culinary offerings, access to artist experiences, live demonstrations, and interactive activations throughout the evening.

VIP admission (5 – 9 pm) | $135
Includes one hour of exclusive early access, premium tasting opportunities, passed hors d’oeuvres, and more intimate opportunities to connect with featured artists and winery representatives before general admission begins.

Alcohol-Free general admission (5 – 9 pm) | $55
Includes event entry, access to artist experiences and interactive activations, non-alcoholic beverage offerings, and seasonal culinary selections.

*Please note: this event will take place in Portland Art Museum’s Grand Ballroom, and does not include admission to the Museum galleries.

With gratitude to our generous sponsors for their support in making this event possible:

Enjoy a blind tasting of four Cathedral Ridge Big, Bold Red wines paired with an assortment of divine—and slightly deviant—chocolates. $20 per person.

🍷 Your Favorite Downtown Tradition Is Back and Better Than Ever 🛍️

On Saturday, November 7 from 3:00PM to 7:00PM, Historic Downtown Hillsboro comes alive for Sip & Shop 2026, a festive self-guided stroll through the heart of the district featuring over a dozen local wineries, cideries, breweries, and mocktail makers, live music, carolers, holiday shopping, and a dining guide packed with specials from local restaurants and food carts.

This is the event that turns a November Saturday into something you'll be talking about all season. Grab your glass, explore at your own pace, and discover why this beloved Downtown tradition keeps drawing over 150 guests year after year.

Four Soaking Stations with mini-snacks are set up along the route to keep you fueled between sips. Check in at Colours Art Supply or LaHaie's to get your passport and start your adventure.

Here’s how the Sip & Shop Passport works:

> You’ll be directed to pick up your passport map, Swag bag including restaurant specials and more, and tasting glass* (While supplies last) at one of two check-in locations
Sip, stroll & shop your way between 2nd and 4th Avenue and Washington to Lincoln, featuring 15+ retail locations, discovering wine, cider, and zero-proof tastings all along Main Street and beyond. Snack at four soaking stations placed along your stroll. Select merchants may offer special promotions during your visit.
Visit the retailers and restaurants noted on the passport and collect stamps at a minimum of seven shops. No retail purchase required. Our intent is to introduce you to some of the key contributors who make and keep Historic Downtown great.
Drop your completed passport at any participating retail location. Completed passports will be collected and raffle drawings for themed gift baskets valued between $30 – $70.
Wine Concierge Service will whisk your purchases off to designated pickup spots so you can keep sipping and shopping worry-free

Check-In Locations - Check-In begins at 3:00PM, Final Check-In at 6:15PM

LaHaie’s at 277 E Main Street
Colours Art at 270 E Main Street

Date: Saturday, November 7

This Year's Participating Pourers:

3 Goats Vineyard
Bull Run Cider
Patton Valley Wines
Dion Vineyards
2 Towns Cider
Résolu Cellars
DAnu Winery
Helvetia Winery
Chris James Cellars
La Randonnée
Flipturn Cellars
Scotch Church Road Vineyard
Parra Wine Co.
Urban River Spirits
Apolloni Vineyards

This year, proceeds benefit The Family Peace Center of Washington County, so every ticket you purchase supports something truly meaningful in our community.

Tickets are available now, and early bird pricing won't last. Grab yours before November 1st and save, then gather your crew, sip and shop throughout the day and stay for dinner at one of our many delicious dining spots in Historic Downtown Hillsboro.

Shout to our Community Sponsors: Le'Stuff, Lithtex Printing
💸 Refund Policy - Stuff happens! Ticket cancellations before
Nov. 4 are eligible for a refund.

Questions? Contact the Sip & Shop Team:
> Sandie Nelson, Le'Stuff Antique Mall 503-860-3663
> Kathleen Floistad, Cedar Street Antiques/ Le'Stuff Antique Mall 503-780-0785
>>Kathie Nelson, Résolu Cellars 503-803-9270

Sip and shop our holiday wine selections as you kick off the season and stock your cellar for upcoming gatherings. Taste your way through our curated holiday gift collections alongside a handful of beautiful wine accessories, perfect for hosting and giving to the wine lover in your life. Our Chef has prepared small bites for you to enjoy while you sip on holiday favorites. Tickets are $20 and include a $10 bottle credit to help with your shopping.

Sip, snack, and shop unique finds at the Holiday Wine, Food, and Makers Market at Hi-Lo Hotel. Kick off the holiday season at the Hi-Lo Hotel for a festive evening of wine, small bites, local makers, holiday shopping, coffee, and a little self-care. The Hi-Lo is transforming into a holiday marketplace filled with some of our favorite local and regional partners. Grab your friends, raise a glass, discover something new, and get a head start on your holiday shopping.

Your ticket includes wine samples and small bites from CraftPDX while you explore selections from an exciting lineup of wine partners: King Estate Winery, Willamette Valley Vineyards, Columbia Distributing and Delicato Family Wines. Taste your way through the evening, discover a new favorite bottle, enjoy some bites, and get into the holiday spirit. The Makers Market brings together local artists, makers, specialty foods, beverages, and handcrafted goods perfect for gifting, hosting, or treating yourself. The Paper Bag Coffee Roaster will be joining with locally roasted coffee, including samples and whole-bean coffee available for purchase. Be sure to visit the Hi-Lo Merchant too, for even more locally inspired gifts and Portland finds.

Jake from Vitality PDX will be joining the party, offering special event pricing on Botox and select wellness treatments throughout the evening. Because sometimes your holiday shopping list should include you.

Bring your friends, your holiday shopping list, and your appetite. Spend the evening tasting wine, enjoying small bites, meeting local makers, discovering Portland businesses, shopping for the holidays, and maybe sneaking in a little pre-holiday self-care.

Hey Seattle friends! Join us at Elliott's Oyster House for Oyster New Year! The event will feature 40+ shuckers expertly shucking 18,000 raw oysters. There will be premium wines (including Love & Squalor), local microbrews, and spirits, as well as other fresh seafood and desserts. The event will also feature a sprint shucking competition, a People’s Choice “Most Beautiful Oyster” Contest, and the famous oyster luge!

Brighten the season at BrewLights! This ZooLights beer festival experience is for folks 21+. Cut loose without kids or daytime crowds and enjoy dozens of the Northwest’s best breweries and cideries, plus live music, food carts and more.

See the zoo get lit! With an animal lantern train ride, vibrant sparkling tunnels and a variety of wildlife-inspired displays, BrewLights is the region’s most impressive light display! This is the perfect event for gathering friends, raising a glass and snapping selfies.

Tickets include a souvenir cup and 10 three-ounce pours. Choose from dozens of beer, seltzer and cider options from the finest Northwest craft beverage makers. Nondrinking tickets are available for those preferring to enjoy BrewLights alcohol-free.

Early entry ticketholders gain access at 4:30 p.m.; general admission begins at 5:30 p.m. Taps close at 9 p.m., and the zoo closes at 9:30 p.m.

Please note: Most animals are not on view during ZooLights.

More info at https://www.oregonzoo.org/brewlights

Celebrate the start of the holiday season with an afternoon of creativity, wine, and festive cheer at Knudsen Vineyards. Join Karie Timmerman of Willow Out West for a hands-on wreath building workshop where you’ll create a beautifully customized holiday wreath to take home.

Each guest will receive a roughly 22-inch fresh evergreen wreath with the greens already professionally assembled, allowing you to focus on the fun and creative part — decorating your wreath with a wide variety of seasonal materials including ribbon, bows, pinecones, dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks, ornaments, and more.

All tools and supplies will be provided.

Your ticket also includes a glass of your choice of Family Series Chardonnay or Pinot Noir to enjoy during the workshop.

Karie will share helpful design tips and techniques before guiding guests through the process, while still allowing plenty of room for personal creativity and customization. No experience is necessary.

Workshop Details:
• November 21
• Approximately 90 minutes
• $75 per guest ($60 for Wine Club Members)
• Includes all wreath materials, tools, and one glass of wine

Gather your friends and enjoy a cozy and festive Fireside experience as you create a one-of-a-kind holiday wreath.

With four floors packed with festive fun, this holly, jolly brewfest might just be your new favorite holiday tradition! Put on your best (or worst!) ugly holiday sweater and join us for plenty of beer, cider, cocktails and other delicious beverages to taste, plus local artisan vendors for your holiday shopping needs, pics with Santa, reindeer games and so much more.

Brewfest fun
Tasting stations & vendors across the property * Ballroom, Mezzanine, Lola's Room and Ringler's Pub
40+ beverages, including 25 taps of beer & cider, plus wine, spirits, cocktails, THC & CBD seltzers and non-alcoholic
40+ local artisan vendors
Photos with Santa
Live music in the Ballroom

Kick off your holiday shopping by supporting local authors, independent books, and small businesses at Words & Wine at Hip Chicks do Wine!

Friday, November 28 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, November 29 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

We're bringing together 17 talented local authors and Jan's Books for a two-day holiday book pop-up filled with stories, conversation, and unique gifts. Whether you're searching for the perfect mystery, romance, fantasy, memoir, children's book, or your next favorite read, you'll find plenty of signed books and meet the authors who wrote them.

While you browse, enjoy a tasting of our award-winning wines, sip wine by the glass, or share a bottle with friends. We'll also be serving our seasonal favorite—Holiday Mulled Wine—to keep you warm as you shop.

🎁 Holiday Raffle
Register online for this free event and receive one complimentary raffle ticket when you check in!

Want more chances to win? Earn additional raffle tickets by:

Purchasing books from one of our featured local authors

Shopping with Jan's Books

Making a wine purchase at Hip Chicks do Wine

We'll be giving away multiple raffle prizes each day, featuring unique packages filled with books and goodies from our participating authors, along with gift cards to local independent bookstores. Every prize package will be different, so there are plenty of reasons to enter!

You do not need to be present to win.

Make a day of it by discovering great books, supporting local creators, and checking a few names off your holiday gift list—all while enjoying a relaxing afternoon at Portland's Best Urban Winery.

Admission is free.

Support local. Shop small. Sip local. Read local. We can't wait to celebrate the start of the holiday season with you!

A British-inspired afternoon tea anchors this annual fundraising event, with three seatings offered throughout the day. Gluten-free plates are available.

Lidong marks the beginning of winter on the traditional Chinese solar calendar. Before the cold settles in, give yourself one slow morning: warming teas brewed gongfu style, the garden turning gold outside the window, and 80 minutes that belong entirely to you.

Hosted in a private, hand-built teahouse in SE Portland, this small-group gathering (16 guests maximum) is led by Fengxia, a landscape architect who designed and built the teahouse and its Japanese-style garden herself. You will taste several seasonal teas, learn the basics of gongfu brewing, and leave with a quieter mind.

Advance booking required.

Festive holiday shopping, good friends, cocktail tastings, and holiday music – so much fun during the Holiday Sip & Shop in Downtown Camas on Thursday, November 12th, 2026 from 4-9pm! Sip & Shop check-in is at Fuel Medical Group (314 NE Birch St.)

We will also host a second Holiday Sip & Shop on December 10th–with new cocktail flavors and locations! Choose your favorite date or join us for both! You can visit the December event’s page HERE.

We are excited to host another enjoyable DCA event with shopping specials, festive cocktail and holiday drink tastings, live music, treats, photo booth, raffle prizes and other fun holiday activities! We will have fun “elves” throughout town this year handing out goodies and gift cards as well!

Your $25 ticket includes a passport with “sipping” locations and one free prize ticket to enter to win a fabulous “Explore Downtown Camas” Package from the merchants, including dinner for two, movie tickets at the historic Liberty Theatre, free coffee, free chocolate, free bottle of olive oil, and much more. You also receive tickets to enter to win with every $10 you spend downtown that evening. Best way to start your holiday shopping and support local for the holidays!

This event is a fundraiser for the Downtown Camas Association so we can continue to help Downtown Camas thrive! Thank you to all that choose to shop local and support our amazing downtown merchants.

Click here for the 2025 November Holiday Sip & Shop pictures!

Annual Holiday Bazaar
Beautiful and Unique Gifts
Dozens of Vendors
Specialty Coffee Bar (All Proceeds go to the Giving Tree)
Pics with Santa & Holiday Photo Opp
Holiday Bake Sale Fundraiser

Inspired by (but not beholden to) France’s beloved Beaujolais Nouveau celebration, our one-day festival brings the joy and energy of harvest to the heart of Oregon wine country with a uniquely local twist.

Every year, harvest workers and interns descend on the Willamette Valley to harvest the bounty of the vines, work hard for several weeks, and then complete the job without so much as a toast raised to their hard work. Winemakers go straight from the vineyards to the cellars to the tasting rooms.

We hope this festival can be our community’s “thank you” to all those who make this industry happen.

At its core, Newveau is about connection. Nick and Branden are always looking for ways to bring people together and build connections (and of course, have a heckuva time). We saw this as a chance for our community to come together with the winemakers, growers, harvest crews, and culinary artists who make this region thrive.

The festival invites everyone—from curious newcomers to lifelong wine lovers—to enjoy vibrant nouveau-style wine releases, cozy seasonal food, and the laid-back charm of a town that knows how to celebrate.

We honor the hard work behind the bottle—especially the harvest workers whose hands make the magic happen—and we do it in true Newberg fashion: warm, welcoming, and unpretentious. Come raise a glass with us on November 20, 2026 to those who make it all happen!

Join us for a relaxed pre-Thanksgiving gathering featuring Compris wines, comforting seasonal flavors, and an opportunity to give back to our community. Sip through a curated flight of Compris wines while discovering bottles perfect for your own holiday table, paired alongside a Thanksgiving-inspired slider crafted by Biscuit & Pickles.

This year’s featured pairing includes an apple cider braised turkey slider with honeyed sweet potato aioli, parsnip mirepoix stuffing, housemade spiced cranberry jelly, and toasted brioche, served with chips. A grilled portobello option will be available for vegetarian guests.

Tickets are $35 per person ($25 for club members) and include the tasting flight and seasonal pairing. Plus, $5 from every ticket sold will be donated directly to the Newberg Animal Shelter, our featured charity for the quarter. Guests will also have the opportunity to learn more about the shelter and contribute further during the event.

As a thank you, each ticket fee will be waived with the purchase of three bottles or more.

We hope you’ll join us as we gather around the table to celebrate good wine, good food, and giving back before the holiday season begins.

Market vendors and staff with a direct cultural connection will honor the tradition of Días de Los Muertos with a community ofrenda. Everyone is welcome to bring a pic of a deceased loved one to place on the ofrenda!

The In Bocca books are a curious and beautiful collection of 20 Italian cookbooks, each devoted to a different region of Italy. Originally published in the 1970s, they’re filled with recipes, hand-drawn illustrations, folk art, and wonderfully wonky English translations, offering a glimpse into the food and character of Italy from region to region. Long out of print, they’ve become cult objects for collectors and lovers of Italian food.

For the past three years, Cathy Whims and the Nostrana team have cooked their way through the entire collection, creating 19 dinners: one for each book. Now, for the Portland Book Festival, that journey comes to an end with Roma in Bocca the 20th book.

For this special finale, Cathy Whims is welcoming Italia in Bocca director Robert Serrini, an expert and passionate champion of these remarkable books. Robert will mingle with guests throughout the evening and document the dinner as part of a short film about Roma in Bocca. He also dreams of one day seeing the full collection published once again, bringing these quirky, art-filled books back into the hands of a new generation.

Whether you’ve followed the series from the beginning or are discovering these peculiar books for the first time, come take one last trip Italy in Bocca with us.

Cathy Whims recently published her own culinary book: The Italian Summer Kitchen: Recipes for La Dolce Vita. During this event her book will be available for purchase and signing.

Reservations required. Limited seating available.

First Friday – November 6th: “Thankful for YOU (and pie :)) Multicultural Celebration!” We love the fall and we are SO thankful for you! We all come from different places and have different heritages and we want to celebrate that. Our diversity makes us special and interesting! Bring your friends and family downtown for pie tastings, pie raffles, a pie walk dance party, multicultural displays and so much more!

• Ribbon Cutting at 6pm for the new expansion at Evergreen Vinyl! 321 NE 4th Ave.
• Enter Pie Raffles all around town!
• Yummy pie tastings at Fuel donated by Lore Tea + Coffee
• “Pie Walk Dance Party”–try to win a delicious pie! at 7:30pm inside of Journey, 304 NE 4th Ave. The Pie Walk is generously sponsored by Synkwise!
• Complete the “Gratitude Passport” throughout downtown businesses & be entered to win!
• Learn about your neighbors and our diverse backgrounds, cultures and histories!
• Drop off your unwrapped toys at registration at Fuel Medical for the Toys for Tots drive!
• Kids’ autumn art, crafts, games and treats
• S’mores roasting, weather permitting
• Art Shows and Receptions in Attic Gallery, 419 NE Cedar; Gallery 408, 408 NE 4th; RedDoor Gallery, 411 NE Dallas; and Second Story Gallery, 625 NE 4th Ave, upstairs at the Camas Library.
• After hours shopping, dining, live music, more!

Start your evening at the DCA tables in the Fuel Medical lobby, 314 NE Birch St. See you in beautiful Downtown Camas for all the fall fun!

Experience one of the Pacific Northwest’s most beloved holiday traditions with more than 2 million lights, ice skating, an authentic German Christmas market, festive food and drinks, live music, Santa, snowless tubing, cozy fire pits, and so much more. Stroll through the authentic German Vendor Market, where you’ll find handcrafted gifts, imported ornaments, nutcrackers, smokers, pyramids, and other treasured holiday décor brought directly from Germany. Warm up with traditional favorites like glühwein, browse 28 local vendors, and discover one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list.

New for 2026: Glide across the Mid-Willamette Valley’s only full-size ice skating rink, located inside a festive winter tent and surrounded by holiday magic.

• 2 million dazzling lights
• Ice skating
• Snowless tubing
• Visits with Santa (through Dec. 23rd)
• Live music
• Festive food and drinks
• Cozy fire pits and photo opportunities throughout the grounds

Make the Silverton Christmas Market part of your family’s holiday tradition and create memories that will last for years to come.

A Dia de Los Muertos celebration hosted by La Perlita featuring local art, pan de muerto, café de olla, and a nostalgic ode to Brown homes. Local vendors include @panaderiadedonageo, @cositaspdx, @novaarts.psd, @good444fortune, and @bleachedbyjosh.

Holiday Wine + Makers Market at Hi-Lo Hotel

Kick off the holiday season at the Hi-Lo Hotel with a festive evening of wine, small bites, local makers, holiday shopping, coffee, self-care—and dogs!

On Friday, November 13, from 5–7 PM, we’re transforming the Hi-Lo into a holiday marketplace featuring some of our favorite local and regional partners. Grab your friends, raise a glass, discover something new, and get a head start on your holiday shopping.

Your ticket includes wine samples and small bites from CraftPDX, with an exciting lineup of wine partners:

King Estate Winery • Del Rio Vineyard Estate • Columbia Distributing • Delicato Family Wines

Taste your way through the evening, discover a new favorite, and get into the holiday spirit.

Find something special for your holiday list—or yourself—with our growing lineup of makers and partners:

Pools of Light: Discover Calley’s jewelry, including necklaces and beaded earrings, perfect for gifting or adding a little sparkle to your own collection.

Good Wolf: Join us in welcoming Good Wolf to the market! Stop by their table, meet the team, and explore what they’ve brought for your holiday shopping.

The Paper Bag Coffee Roaster: Enjoy locally roasted coffee samples and shop whole-bean coffee to take home.

Be sure to visit the Hi-Lo Merchant for even more locally inspired gifts and Portland finds.

More makers and partners are still to come!

Oregon Dog Rescue will be onsite—with dogs! Take a break from sipping and shopping to meet some four-legged friends and learn more about the rescue’s work.

A little holiday shopping, a little puppy love. What could be better? ️

Yes, you read that right.

Jake from Vitality PDX will be joining the party, offering special event pricing on Botox and select wellness treatments throughout the evening.

Because sometimes your holiday shopping list should include you.

You’ve shopped. You’ve snacked. You’ve enjoyed a beverage or two. Make a night of it with a stay at the Hi-Lo Hotel!

Holiday Market guests can take advantage of a special overnight offer:

Discounted Hi-Lo room rate
50% off overnight valet parking
Waived destination fee

Use code N5731 when booking.

Shop, snack, sip, treat yourself, and when you’re ready to call it a night, just take the elevator home. ️

Bring your friends, your holiday shopping list, and your appetite. Spend the evening tasting wine, enjoying small bites, meeting local makers—and a few dogs—while celebrating our Portland community.

Sip. ️ Shop. Discover. Meet the dogs. Celebrate local.

Friday, November 13, 2026 | 5–7 PM
Tickets: $30 on Eventbrite — search “Hi-Lo Hotel”

Hi-Lo Hotel, Autograph Collection
320 SW Harvey Milk Street
Downtown Portland

Wine samples and small bites are included with your ticket. Additional food, beverages, retail purchases, and Vitality PDX services are available separately.

21+ for wine tasting.

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Join Portland Parks Golf for a festive Shop and Sip Makers Market celebrating local art, handmade goods, and the flavors of the season. Get a head start on holiday shopping while discovering unique, locally made treasures from talented artists and makers. Enjoy a complimentary winetasting and house-made small plates as you browse, connect with local creators, and soak up the holiday spirit. It’s a wonderful way to support small businesses, find thoughtful gifts, and gather with the community for a little seasonal cheer.

Join Urban Art Network for a special holiday edition of First Thursday inside Portland’s iconic McMenamins Crystal Ballroom! For two festive nights, we’re bringing together an incredible lineup of local artists, makers, and small businesses for a one-of-a-kind indoor holiday market.

Shop handmade goods and unique gifts, grab a cocktail, and spend the evening supporting Portland’s creative community, all while exploring one of the city’s most iconic venues.

Whether you’re getting a head start on holiday shopping, looking for something uniquely Portland, or just want a fun night out, Crafts & Cocktails is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season!

Join the 20th year anniversary for a beloved holiday event for kids and grandparents alike. The whole family will enjoy reserved seating and a plated breakfast while whimsical characters entertain the kids with storytelling, music and magic. Cinnamon Bear has been a cherished holiday tradition for generations.

Enjoy reserved seating and a plated breakfast while a cast of fanciful characters entertains the kids with storytelling, music and magic.

Tickets include:

• 2-hour cruise on the Willamette River
• Plated hot breakfast (eggs, potatoes, bacon, fruit and pastries) for adults and youth, excludes infants
• Hot cocoa, orange juice, coffee and hot tea
• Souvenir photo with Cinnamon Bear for every child 12 and younger
• Signature cinnamon cookie for youth
• Character storytelling, autograph sessions and a magic show
• Reserved table
• Service gratuity

Kick-start your holiday season and celebrate the creativity of our local artisans and makers. Sip while you shop with a wide array of holiday-inspired ales from some of the best breweries in Southwest Washington and the Pacific Northwest. Or spice things up with holiday-inspired spirits, wines and cocktails.

Saturday, November 14 | Noon – 4:00pm
Meeting & Entertainment Center
Beverage Garden Tickets: $29

Saturday, November 14 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Meeting & Entertainment Center
Beverage Garden Tickets: $29
*Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.

Sunday, November 15 | Noon – 5:00pm
Meeting & Entertainment Center
Beverage Garden Tickets: $29

Must be 21 or older with photo ID to access Beverage Garden. Beverage Graden ticket includes a drink pass valid for 24 samples.

Bring Your Candy. We'll Find the Wine! Celebrate Halloweekend at Cathedral Ridge Winery in Hood River with a playful exploration of wine and candy pairings. Bring up to six of your favorite Halloween candies—one for each wine in your six-wine tasting. Our knowledgeable tasting-room team will help you explore which combinations work best, from rich chocolates and creamy caramels to fruity gummies and nostalgic Halloween favorites. Discover surprising flavor combinations while enjoying Cathedral Ridge's award-winning wines in the beautiful Columbia Gorge. Learn more at cathedralridgewinery.com/events.

Explore our Holiday Collection at this walk-around tasting in the Dusky Goose tasting room. Taste more than a dozen wines, including library vintages dating back to 2006 and multiple vintages of our flagship Rambouillet Vineyard. Enjoy a selection of meats and cheeses as our team guides you through the wines.

11 a.m.–1 p.m. or 2–4 p.m.
$75 per guest
Space is limited for each session.

Your full ticket price can be applied to any Holiday Collection purchase at the event. One ticket credit per selection.