Winter Break is on the nigh and we have a few events that may be able to break you of your early-onset cabin fever this weekend!

Fri

The Nutcracker Presented by Columbia Dance

This season marks the 21st year Columbia Dance performs the Nutcracker under Artistic Director Jan Hurst. Tiny mice, toy dolls and tin soldiers will dance to life for audiences of all ages! Head to Vancouver and enjoy opening night! Royal Durst Theatre, Vancouver School of Arts & Academics, 7pm. $10-$20, nwkidsmagazine.com/events

Sat

Grandparent’s Day at The Craft Factory

Crafting is more fun when it’s two-for-one! Head to Multnomah Village to celebrate that special bond between the generations, with two-for-one craft specials for grandparents joining in with their grandchildren. (If you have grandparent/grandchildren-like people in your life, they are welcome, too.) The Craft Factory, 9am-1pm. Prices vary depending upon craft, nwkidsmagazine.com/events

Sun

The Wizard of Oz performed by The Panto

The Wizard of Oz-The Panto is a boisterous, family-friendly holiday event filled with slapstick, witty dialogue, great music, and a few wink-wink jokes for the adults. Every Panto is based on a well known story and is adapted to include popular songs and funny and outrageous characters who will get both kids and adults shouting, laughing, and having a wonderful time. Siren Theater, 12pm-1:30pm. $12-$18, nwkidsmagazine.com/events