41st Annual Tree Lighting
A joyful community sing-along led by Thomas Lauderdale of Pink Martini with local artists and chorale singers, culminating in Santa lighting nearly 10,000 colorful holiday lights downtown.
⚲ The Square
11th Annual Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition
Hosted by KGW’s Drew Carney, this free competition brings hundreds of carolers downtown, with performances outside shops and a lively “carol-off” finale at The Square.
Las Posadas
Celebrate the joy of the season at Posadas Navideñas, a traditional Mexican holiday celebration filled with festive music, delicious food, singing, and children’s activities!
In partnership with Lara Media, the organizers behind Portland’s beloved El Grito, this vibrant gathering honors community, culture, and connection. Experience the warmth of shared traditions, the beauty of ancestral heritage, and the spirit of togetherness that makes the holidays shine in the heart of downtown.
⚲ Director Park
34th Annual Tuba Christmas Concert
Nearly 300 tubas from cross Oregon fill the Square with festive brass and sing-along cheer in one of the nation’s largest (and free!) holiday performances.
⚲ The Square
Portland’s Public Menorah at The Square
Celebrate Hanukkah with Chabad of Oregon at the annual Public Menorah lighting, featuring live music, traditional foods, dignitaries, and family festivities.
Sunday, December 14 – Sunday, December 21, 2025.
For more information about Hanukkah and a local schedule of events, visit Chabad.org.
Chabad of Oregon offers Jewish education, outreach, and social service programming for families and individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and affiliations.
⚲ The Square

