Start your own holiday traditions with Shawn Realty’s top five Portland events for December.
1. It’s a Wonderful Life
📅 Nov 29-Dec 22 | 💵 Cost Varies
It’s A Wonderful Life is an award-winning musical adaptation of Frank Capra’s beloved film. It tells the heartwarming story of a despairing businessman who, with the help of an angel, sees how his absence would impact the world. Enjoy this holiday favorite for all ages!
Location
Winningstad Theatre
1111 SW Bdwy, Portland, OR 97205
2. Handel’s Messiah
📅 Dec 6-8 | 💵 $38 – $89
Experience the magic of Handel’s Messiah this holiday season at the First Congregational Church. Enjoy Artistic Director Julian Perkins’ debut with PBO, featuring period instruments and the renowned choir Cappella Romana. This beloved Portland tradition sells out quickly—don’t miss it!
Location
First Congregational Church
1126 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205
3. The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley
📅 Dec 7-22 | 💵 $20 – $22
Get ready to step back into the world of Jane Austen this holiday season! From December 7–22, 2024, experience The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley, written by acclaimed playwrights Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon. Directed by the talented William Crawford, this delightful production promises an unforgettable journey to the beloved Pemberley estate.
Location
Hillsboro Artists’ Regional Theatre (HART)
185 SE Washington St, Hillsboro, OR 97123
4. The Moth MainStage
📅 Dec 10 | 💵 $25 – $90
Literary Arts and The Moth present The Mainstage in Portland—an evening of true, personal stories shared live by a lineup of storytellers and a notable host. This two-act show, featuring a musical act, will be recorded for The Moth Podcast and Moth Radio Hour.
Location
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
1037 SW Bdwy, Portland, OR 97205
5. Tuba Christmas Concert
📅 Dec 21 | 💵 Free
Celebrate the season at Portland’s 32nd Annual Tuba Christmas Concert! Enjoy the festive sounds of over 200 tubas playing in unison downtown in Portland’s Living Room. This beloved holiday tradition is free for all to attend!
Location
Pioneer Courthouse Square
701 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
Source: travelportland.com, hart-theatre.org
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