All Day Activities

Starting 8am

Join us for the Spirit of Christmas on December 7th, starting at 8 AM! This is a wonderful way to come together as a community, the holiday season, and create lasting memories.

We invite everyone to participate in the festivities, enjoy the cheerful atmosphere, and spread the joy of the season. Don’t miss out on the fun—let’s make this Christmas unforgettable together!

Holiday Breakfast

8am

Little Theater

333 N Main Ave

North Pole Village

10am - 4pm

Discover fun things all throughout Downtown Gresham.

Parade of lights

5pm

Presented by Gresham Ford

See the Colorful cars as Santa makes his way to the Plaza!

Tree Lighting

6pm

Join us at the Arts Plaza as we kick off the Season of Joy!

Photos with Santa

7pm - 9pm

Hosted by the Sdf Collective

Capture the magic of the day with a Free Photo!

Dec 7th
Timeline

Holiday Breakfast

8am

Join us for the Spirit of Christmas Day kickoff event on December 7th at the Little Theatre, 333 N Main Ave! Enjoy a delightful holiday breakfast featuring pancakes, fruit, sausage and hot cocoa. Tickets are just $8 for adults and $4 for kids. Don't miss out on this festive gathering to celebrate the season!

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Shopping & activities

10-4pm

Join us in celebrating the holiday by shopping small and local! Discover the best of our community on Main Ave in Historic Gresham on December 7th from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Enjoy great deals, unique crafts, and the chance to make meaningful connections with local vendors. Let’s come together to support our community and make this holiday season truly special!

Parade of Lights

5-6pm

Join us for an exciting Parade of Lights around historic downtown Gresham from 5 to 6 PM, presented by Gresham Ford - The Dealer with a Heart! Bring your family and friends to witness the magic as Santa makes his way to the tree lighting ceremony. Don’t miss this festive celebration that brings our community together!

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Tree Lighting

5:30-6:30pm

Join us for a magical evening as we light up our local Tree at the Gresham Arts Plaza, transforming it with as many lights as Pioneer Square! Experience the joy of the season with Santa and his elves, creating unforgettable memories with your community. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration filled with laughter, cheer, and the spirit of togetherness! Mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic night!

Photos with Santa

7 pm

Join us at the SDF Collective for a magical experience this holiday season! Bring your family and friends for FREE photos with Santa and his cheerful elves. Don’t miss this chance to create unforgettable memories and capture the spirit of the season We can’t wait to see you there!