After the whirlwind of festivities that is the holiday season, January is a bit of a lull in the Portland activities scene. The weather is often overcast and drizzling, which makes it a great month to check out one of Portland’s fantastic museums, like the Portland Art Museum, the Oregon Historical Society, or OMSI, or …
‘Tis the season to browse pop-up markets for presents, sip cocoa under twinkling lights, and dance the night away with a crowd of Santas. There’s plenty to keep you in a festive mood all December long in Portland. 1. Find Your Perfect Christmas Tree (mid-November to mid-December) Cost: Free to go to the farms (price …
On the far side of fall, the rainy season has officially begun and the tress have grown skeletal. The bright burst of color of October is fading like a firework. November is also a bit of a lull in the Portland events calendar, between the spooky Halloween activities of October and the lights and holiday …
Pick Out The Perfect Pumpkin at a Pumpkin Patch Whether you carve them, paint them or just leave them untouched as a cheery pop of color, pumpkins are a classic Halloween decoration. And pumpkin patches serve as a delightful way to get your gourd. Hunting for the perfect pumpkin is only part of the experience. …
Portland is full of amazing things to do (and eat and see!). But if you have at least a week in Portland, it is worth it to get out and explore, especially since one of the best parts of the Pacific Northwest is the ability to get out into nature. To me, a daytrip is …