• 1940s Radio Christmas Carol – A Musical

    Metropolitan Performing Arts presents “1940s Radio Christmas Carol”

    Metropolitan Performing Arts 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States

    Metropolitan Performing Arts presents the musical "1940s Radio Christmas Carol," Dec. 1-17, at 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Performances are 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Family Day with discounted tickets is 2 p.m. Dec. 3. Pride Night is 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9. Meet Santa Day is 2 p.m. […]

    $11 – $20
    Next Fall by: Geoffrey Nauffts

    Clark College presents “Next Fall”

    Clark College Decker Theatre 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA, United States

    Clark College presents Geoffry Nauffts' "Next Fall," a witty and provocative look at faith, commitment and unconditional love. The play’s central story focuses on the five-year relationship between Adam and Luke, examining what it means to "believe." Adult tickets are $12. Seniors age 60 and older are $10. Tickets are free for Clark College students, […]

    $10 – $12
    The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley at Magenta Theater

    Magenta Theater presents “The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley”

    Magenta Theater 1108 Main Street, Vancouver, WA, United States

    Magenta Theater presents the Jane Austen-inspired “The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley,” showing from Dec. 1-17 at 1108 Main St., Vancouver. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets are $23 at magentatheater.com or $25 at the door. Tickets can also be purchased over the phone at 360-949-3098. […]

    $23 – $25
    Fall Birding Hikes

    Fall Birding Hikes

    Carty Unit, Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge 28908 NW Main Street, Ridgefield, WA, United States

    Walks start at 8 a.m. at the Carty Unit of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge in Ridgefield. These last two to three hours but participants are welcome to join for as long or as short a time as suits them. Walks are free with $3 refuge admission fee. To register for the walks, email ridgefieldvolunteer@fws.gov. Walks […]

    $3
    Winter Birding Hikes

    Winter Birding Hikes

    Carty Unit, Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge 28908 NW Main Street, Ridgefield, WA, United States

    Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge will host Winter Birding Hikes at 8 a.m. Dec. 2, Dec. 9 and Jan. 13 at the Carty Unit of the Refuge. Registration is required at ridgefieldfriends.org. While walks generally last two to three hours, attendees are welcome to leave earlier. Walks are free but the $3 refuge […]

    $3

    Tree Planting at South Ridge Elementary School

    South Ridge Elementary School 502 NW 199th St, Ridgefield, United States

    The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington invites volunteers to plant native plants at South Ridge Elementary School, 502 N.W. 199th St., Ridgefield, from 9 a.m. to noon on Dec. 2. Volunteers should wear long pants, sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Bring snacks and water.

    free

    Walk and Knock Food Drive

    The 39th annual Walk and Knock Food Drive is 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 2 all over Clark County. Place non-perishable food or toiletries on your porch or beside your front door by 9 a.m. Bags will be mailed to homes throughout Clark County. If the volunteer walkers miss your house, check walkandknock.org for […]

    Sons of Norway Christmas Market and Bakery Sale – Live Music (10-12) and Santa Claus after 12

    Sons of Norway Lodge 2400 Grant Street, Vancouver, WA, United States

    Sons of Norway Lodge, 2400 Grant St., Vancouver, will host a Christmas Market and Bakery Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 2. Music from 10 to Noon and a Surprise visit from Santa after 12 Find woodworking products such as cutting boards, coat racks and charcuterie boards, hand-painted and upcyled items, recycled art […]

    Ridgefield Hometown Celebration

    Downtown Ridgefield N. Main Avenue, Ridgefield, WA, United States

    Enjoy the hometown holiday spirit of downtown Ridgefield from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 2 with a tree lighting, twinkling lights, decorated businesses, gifts, food and holiday sales. Have breakfast with Santa from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center. Browse the vendors at the Chickadee Bazaar from 9 a.m. […]

    free
    Christmas Train

    Christmas Train

    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad 207 Railroad Ave., Yacolt, WA, United States

    Visit Santa aboard the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad's Christmas Special Trains, weekend excursions featuring three diesel runs each Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 25 through Dec. 10. The 1941, ALCO S2 departs at 9:30 a.m., noon, and 2:30 pm. each day from the station in Yacolt. See views of the Lewis River atop a hill-side vantage point […]

    $16 – $22
    “Orcas: Our Shared Future” at OMSI

    “Orcas: Our Shared Future” at OMSI

    OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry) 1945 Southeast Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214, Portland, OR, United States

    The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry presents the U.S. premiere of Orcas: Our Shared Future, an exhibit that offers a deep dive into the stories and science that surround the orca, spirit of the Pacific Northwest’s wild coast and apex predator of all oceans. OMSI is the first museum in the United States to […]

    $13 – $18
    Overeaters Anonymous

    Overeaters Anonymous

    St. Andrew Lutheran Church 5607 NE Gher Rd, Vancouver, WA, United States

    Overeaters Anonymous meets Saturdays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 5607 N.E. Gher Road. The program is a 12-step literature study. Held in Room 7. Use Preschool entrance. For more information, call (360) 213-8902.

    2nd Annual Ridgefield Winter Market

    Ridgefield Winter Market

    Ridgefield Church of the Nazarene 747 Pioneer Street, Ridgefield, WA, United States

    The second annual Ridgefield Winter Market is 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 1 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 2 with vendors, food carts, a photo booth, raffles and Christmas shopping at Ridgefield Church of the Nazarene, 747 Pioneer St., Ridgefield.

    free

    Holiday Market at Cascade Inn

    Cascade Inn Assisted Living 11613 SE 7th St, Vancouver, United States

    Cascade Inn, 11613 S.E. Seventh St., Vancouver, is hosting a holiday market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 2 featuring artisan and food vendors.

    free

    Leach Botanical Gardens Winterfest and Wreath Sale

    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave., Portland, OR, United States

    Pick out your holiday wreath and enjoy hot beverages and activities in the winter garden at Leach Botanical Gardens, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave., Portland, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 2. Choose from a huge variety of wreaths ($40 to $50),  either traditionally or botanically decorated. Keep an eye out for woodland animal shapes […]

    $5

    Holly Jolly Pop-up Book Sale

    Battle Ground Community Library 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground, WA, United States

    The Friends of the Battle Ground Community Library will hold a one-day book sale featuring holiday-themed used books on cooking, crafts, children's books, novels, puzzles and other media from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 2. Profits augment library activities and programs not covered by property taxes.

    Free

    North Clark Historical Museum Garage and Craft Sale

    North Clark Historical Museum 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, WA, United States

    North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399 St., Amboy, will host a garage and craft sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 2 in the Wise Shop near the museum. Find kitchen wares, household items, home décor, craft and sewing items, Christmas decorations, a refrigerator, a range and hood, small roll-top desk and a […]

    Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House

    Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House

    Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club House 2505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland, OR, United States

    The Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club is celebrating 76 years of model railroading with its annual Holiday Open House shows from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 and Dec. 2-3 at 2505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland. The show is a holiday tradition for local families. Ticket prices are $12 for adults age […]

    $12
    Gather Arts Studio – Christmas Time Open House

    Gather Arts Studio Christmas Open House

    Gather Arts Studio Shop 16523 N.E. 170th Ave., Brush Prairie, WA, United States

    Gather Arts Studio, 16523 N.E. 170th Ave., Brush Prairie, is hosting a Christmas Open House from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 2 and 3. Browse the wares of 20 makers with many gifts under $10. Enjoy treats and snacks, enter the gift basket raffle, get permanent jewelry or buy a kid's cookie kit. Sign […]

    free
    Oregon Rail Heritage Center Holiday Express

    Oregon Rail Heritage Center Holiday Express

    Oregon Rail Heritage Center 2250 S.E. Water Ave., Portland, OR, United States

    The Oregon Rail Heritage Center is offering Holiday Express train rides along the Willamette River with Santa Claus as a guest. Trains, pulled by the Polson No. 2 steam locomotive, run every 90 minutes from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 24 through Dec. 17. Visit www.orhf.org/train-rides/holiday-express for tickets and […]

    $25 – $99