Oh hey, it snowed! Whether you never want to venture out again or have cabin fever, it’ll be a welcome weekend – and the start of Winter Break!

*Please call ahead or check event websites/Facebook pages in case of weather cancellation before heading out, and be safe!

All Weekend

Beauty and the Beast

The holiday season is all about enchantment and wonder, so a little Disney magic only makes sense this time of year. Get your little princes and princesses together and head to the Newmark Theatre to catch this Broadway adaptation of Disney’s Academy Award-winning classic, Beauty and the Beast. Sing along to all the favorite, familiar tunes, and enjoy some new additions to the soundtrack that you’re sure to love. $25-55, pixiedustshows.com

Dec 16

Cider Fest

We all know about farm-to-table fare, but what about orchard-to-glass cider?? This weekend, EastBurn is hosting Cider Fest, where you can start your holiday celebration a little early (and get some ideas on what to stock your fridge with!). Cider seems to be a specialty of the Pacific Northwest, and at Cider Fest you’ll have the privilege of tasting ciders from the 15 best cider houses in the region. Entry is free, but if you want the full experience, you might consider purchasing a custom Cider Fest glass for $10, which includes 5 tasting tickets. Cider Fest is also a benefit for Toys for Tots, so please bring an unwrapped toy to donate. Event is all-ages until 9 pm. Free, $10 for glass/5 tickets, eastburn.pagecloud.com

Dec 17

Winter Solstice Celebration & Christmas Ships Viewing

Wondering where the best spot is to watch the Christmas ships float by in style? It’s in Milwaukie! The Lewelling Neighborhood District Association is hosting this awesome fund raising event to support their community projects. Come show your support and enjoy a fantastic winter evening courtesy of the NDA and Milwaukie Bay Riverfront Park. There will be multiple bonfires, delicious food, hot cocoa, coffee, craft beers provided by Beer Store Milwaukie and holiday music to sing along with. Not to mention an excellent view of the Christmas Ships Parade. Bring the whole family out for this cozy, community event. Heads up: cash only for goodies! Free, milwaukieoregon.gov

Dec 17-18

Christmas Ship Parade Captains Meet & Greet

Do you know a little kiddo who just goes nuts for anything nautical? Are they totally dazzled by the majestic ships all lit up on parade? Then you’ll get to see them really light up when they get a chance to meet the captains of these ships face-to-face and see their watercraft up close. Saturday and Sunday, the entire fleet will dock at the public dock near RiverPlace Marina (entrance to the dock is in front of Three Degrees Restaurant). The ships will gather on Saturday from 8-10 pm following their parade to Lake Oswego, and Sunday from 2-5 pm before they embark on their final parade toward the St. John’s Bridge. Chat about the parade, and don’t hesitate to ask if you’re interested in joining! Free, christmasships.org

Dec 17-18

Superhero Old Folks’ Home

Welcome to New Olympia in the year 2020! In this Echo Theater Company production, the last members of the first generation of Super Citizens are now living in a retirement home for superheroes. Join these multi-generational characters in a fun, action-packed and strikingly poignant story about familial bonds and the importance of elders in our community—all wrapped up in true comic book-style entertainment! The holidays are a great time to remind ourselves, and our little ones, of the importance of valuing all members of our community, young and old. Ideal for ages 8 and up. $18-25, echotheaterpdx.org