🌲 Weekend Washington County Events! Dec 12-Dec 15 ❄️

Hello, Washington County! 🎉

December is in full swing, which means that we have a lot of holidays events coming up this weekend!

Always check the event source before heading out, as details can change last minute. Some events are free, while others require tickets, so be sure to confirm on the event page.

Thursday, December 12

• Winter Village Ice Skating
  10am-8pm Weds-Sun through Jan 12th, Jerry Willey Plaza at Orenco Station, Hillsboro
  Celebrate the return of Winter Village, Hillsboro’s cherished outdoor ice-skating rink. Perfect for friends and family, this seasonal event offers open skate sessions, private rentals, and exciting themed Fridays. A joyful way to embrace the holiday spirit!
• Lightopia: An Illuminated Journey
  5:30pm-8pm Sun-Thurs, 5:30pm-9pm Fri-Sat through Dec 30, Gordon Faber Recreation Complex, Hillsboro
  Lightopia invites you to a dazzling drive-through holiday display featuring colorful characters and vibrant seasonal lights. Enjoy the experience with a custom playlist for extra cheer. Reservations are required for Fridays and Saturdays, while other times remain first-come, first-served. A perfect way to light up your holiday season!
• JoAnna Lee
  7pm-9pm, Cooper Mountain Ale Works, Tigard
  Join JoAnna for a night of soulful, rootsy music at the Tigard pub. With her unique blend of influences and a soulful voice, it’s sure to be an unforgettable evening of grit, fire, and fun.

Friday, December 13

• The Nutcracker All Jazzed Up
  6:30pm, The Sherwood Center for the Arts, Sherwood
  Doty Performance dancers present a vibrant modern reimagining of the classic holiday tale. Enjoy Clara’s magical journey through jazz, hip-hop, contemporary dance, and classical ballet, featuring familiar characters like the Sugar Plum Fairy and Nutcracker Prince, with a fun twist, including the Rockettes.
• Swing into the Holidays with Good Co
  7pm-10pm, Glenn & Viola Cultural Arts Center, Hillsboro
  Celebrate the holidays and support the Hillsboro Arts & Culture Endowment with an unforgettable evening featuring electro-swing band Good Co. Enjoy wine, dessert, dancing, and a festive mix of swing-era tunes blended with modern beats. The event includes a donation paddle raise and entertainment by local theater emcees Nik Whitcomb and Harrison Butler. 100% of ticket proceeds benefit the local arts community, ensuring long-term cultural growth in Hillsboro.
• Orenco Christmas Parade
  7pm-8pm, Orenco Gardens and Old Orenco, Hillsboro
  Decorate your vehicle—ATV, riding mower, car, or truck—and join this festive parade! Meetup begins at 6:45 PM on NE 71st Ave, near Orenco Elementary and Orenco Woods Nature Park. Contact organizers for more details and guidelines.
• Nikki Jones Band
  7pm-9pm, The Beach Hut Deli, Tigard
  Join the Nikki Jones Band at Beach Hut Deli for an exciting night filled with blues, rock, funk, and soul music!
• Hushfire
  7pm-9pm, Cooper Mountain Ale Works, Sherwood
  Hushfire, an Americana trio, brings a captivating blend of folk influences ranging from the 1800s to the present. With lush harmonies and minimalist instrumentation, they promise a beautiful and intimate evening of music in Sherwood.
• Jake William Capistran
  7pm-9pm, Hops on Tap, Tigard
  Live music
• Hard-Boiled Eggnog: A Christmas Noir
  7:30pm, various showtimes through Dec 22, Bag and Baggage Productions, Hillsboro
  Get into the holiday spirit with Hard-Boiled Eggnog, a whimsical mystery where aspiring elf detective Jangle takes on his first big case after Santa’s shocking murder just before Christmas. With a Rankin-Bass-inspired charm, this family-friendly adventure combines beloved holiday characters and fresh heroes in a tale of courage, humor, and holiday cheer.

Saturday, December 14

• Rides with Santa at Portland Cars and Coffee
  9am-1pm, Langers Entertainment Center, Sherwood
  Join TVFR, Sherwood Police Foundation, and Portland Cars and Coffee for a festive event with Santa! Kids can enjoy rides in fire engines and chat with Santa about their holiday wishes. Donations of toys will be accepted for local community programs, supporting both TVFR and Sherwood Police Foundation. Don’t miss out on this family-friendly holiday gathering!
• 2nd Annual LCS Holiday Bazaar
  10am-3pm, Life Christian School, Aloha
  Kick off your holiday season by shopping local vendors offering unique gifts, enjoying festive treats, and taking advantage of the gift-wrapping station! With crafts, holiday goodies, and raffle prizes, this family-friendly event supports Life Christian School programs. Don’t miss the fun and festive atmosphere!
• Winter Wonderland
  11am-4pm, Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve, Hillsboro
  Enjoy festive family activities this holiday season! Create ornaments, meet live animals, and listen to enchanting winter stories. Stroll along a beautifully decorated winter woodland trail, then warm up with a cozy cup of hot cocoa.
• Holiday Bazaar
  11am-4pm, Calvary Lutheran Church, Hillsboro
  Finish your holiday shopping while supporting Calvary Lutheran Preschool and local artisans at this festive event! Presented in partnership with Iridescent Daydream, an LGBTQ+ focused storefront, you’ll find a wide range of unique gifts from earrings to original artwork. Don’t miss Santa’s visit from 12 PM to 2 PM for added holiday fun.
• The Nutcracker All Jazzed Up
  11:30am and 3:30pm, The Sherwood Center for the Arts, Sherwood
  See Dec 13 for description.
• Posada Navideña
  2pm-6pm, M&M Marketplace, Hillsboro
  Celebrate the holiday season with traditional Posada Navideña festivities! Enjoy activities like breaking piñatas, receiving aguinaldos (goodie bags), sipping warm champurrado with sweet bread, and a toy giveaway for children. Fun for the whole family!
• Strolling Musical Entertainment with Plaid Tidings
  3pm-5pm, Bridgeport Village
• Christmas Ornament Decorating
  3pm-6pm, Hops on Tap, Tigard
  Have a fun afternoon of Christmas ornament decorating while enjoying a tasty beverage! For just $10, you can decorate one ornament and enjoy a pint. It’s a festive way to get into the holiday spirit!
• Mom’s Night Out Ornament Exchange
  Little Wishes Children’s Boutique, Sherwood
• Join a festive ornament exchange with a twist! The event invites participants to bring handmade, secondhand, or regifted ornaments for a White Elephant-style exchange, filled with surprises and laughter
• Grand Opening Ugly Christmas Sweater Party
  7pm, Harvest Moon Sangria Bar, Tigard
  Show off your wackiest sweater for a chance to win a $50 gift card in the contest. Enjoy festive sangrias, tasty bites, and plenty of holiday cheer as we toast to the season and a fresh start in the new space. Don’t miss this fun-filled evening of community and celebration!
• Orenco Christmas Parade
  7pm-8pm, Danbury Park, Orenco Woods & Old Orenco, Hillsboro
  See Dec 13 for description.
• Annie
  7:30pm, various showtimes through Dec 22, Theatre in the Grove, Forest Grove
  The performance runs approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission.

Sunday, December 15

• Strolling Musical Entertainment with Plaid Tidings
  3pm-5pm, Bridgeport Village
• Orenco Christmas Parade
  7pm-8pm, Orenco Gardens and Old Orenco, Hillsboro
  See Dec 13 for description.