a large well-lit Christmas tree next to a stage surrounded by a large crowd

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Southwest
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When
Friday, Nov. 28, 2025
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Free
Where
Pioneer Courthouse Square
Pioneer Courthouse Square, 701 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
Portland, OR, 97204
Website

A joyful community sing-along led by Portland’s own Thomas Lauderdale of Pink Martini, with many of Portland’s finest musical artists and chorale singers. Portland’s Tree Lighting Ceremony is the highlight of the holiday season in downtown. Join in this holiday tradition as Santa Claus ‘flips the switch’ to illuminate nearly 10,000 colorful lights on the City’s Tree that will shine bright throughout the holiday season.

Outdoors, Winter Holidays