Holiday cheer has arrived in Grants Pass! Use our guide to find all the best festive fun. For Grants Pass residents and newcomers, this guide highlights the top festive activities.
Popular Events: One delightful option is the Hermiston Festival of Lights, where dazzling illuminations transform the town into a winter wonderland. Featuring creative displays and family-friendly activities, it's a highlight of the season. And definitely don't forget Christmas at the Coast, offering a unique blend of coastal charm and festive spirit. Lastly, the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop is something you definitely don't want to miss, marking the season's end with excitement and community celebration. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Grants Pass
- Christmas at the Coast (North Bend)
- Hermiston Festival of Lights (Hermiston)
- New Year’s Eve Ball Drop (La Grande)
- Holiday Parades (Eugene)
- Christmas Light Tour (Eugene)
- Covered Bridge Lighting (Eugene)
- Ice Skating (Eugene)
- Artisan Markets (Eugene)
- Choir Concerts (Eugene)
- Winter Waterfalls (Eugene)
See these and even more events listed below!
Grants Pass Holiday Light Displays
Hermiston Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Drive-through holiday light display with optional walk-through nights.
Description:
The Hermiston Festival of Lights at Eastern Oregon Trade & Event Center features a drive-through holiday light display running Thursday-Sunday, 6 to 9 p.m., with walk-through nights announced later. There is no cost to enter, but recommended donations of $5 per car will be accepted for the festival and Hermiston Rotary Club projects.
Where: Hermiston | More Info: Hermiston Festival of Lights
Christmas at the Coast
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday light display showcasing local decorations.
Description:
Residents and businesses in Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston are invited to participate in the First Christmas on the Coast by decorating their homes and businesses. The event encourages community members to showcase their holiday spirit by displaying beautiful lights, creating a vibrant and colorful display throughout the Bay Area.
Where: North Bend | More Info: Christmas at the Coast
Christmas Light Tour
What to Expect:
Guided tour showcasing Eugene's brightest holiday lights.
Description:
Explore Eugene's best Christmas light displays with a guided tour by experienced chauffeurs. Enjoy the sights in a luxurious vehicle, creating lasting family memories.
Where: Eugene | More Info: Christmas Light Tour
Covered Bridge Lighting
What to Expect:
Historic bridges adorned with thousands of twinkling lights.
Description:
The Covered Bridge Lighting is a special event where historic covered bridges are illuminated with thousands of twinkling lights, creating a beautiful and memorable holiday scene.
Where: Eugene | More Info: Covered Bridge Lighting
Grants Pass Holiday Markets and Shopping
Artisan Markets
What to Expect:
Weekly live music performances by local musicians.
Description:
The Eugene Saturday Market is an open-air crafts market featuring locally handmade goods, live music, and an international food court. It is held every Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Park Blocks in downtown Eugene.
Where: Eugene | More Info: Artisan Markets
Grants Pass Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Holiday Parades
What to Expect:
Community-driven celebration with colorful floats and marching bands.
Description:
Holiday parades in Eugene, Cascades & Oregon Coast feature colorful floats, marching bands, and community participation, celebrating the winter season with festive spirit.
Where: Eugene | More Info: Holiday Parades
Choir Concerts
What to Expect:
Celebratory choral performances marking the choir's 50th anniversary.
Description:
The Eugene Concert Choir presents vibrant performances of iconic choral masterworks, including Handel's Messiah and Mozart's Requiem, as part of their Golden 50th Anniversary Season. The season also features a retrospective of their greatest hits and special tributes to their artistic director, Dr. Diane Retallack.
Where: Eugene | More Info: Choir Concerts
Grants Pass Other Holiday Activities
New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
What to Expect:
Community-driven New Year's Eve celebration with burn barrels and a warming tent.
Description:
Join us in downtown La Grande for a New Year's Eve celebration featuring burn barrels, a warming tent, and activities hosted by our partners.
Where: La Grande | More Info: New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
Ice Skating
What to Expect:
Variety of hockey and skating programs for all ages.
Description:
The Rink Exchange offers ice skating and hockey programs for all ages, including the Eugene Jr. Generals Youth Hockey Program and the Eugene Figure Skating Club. Participants can enjoy various activities such as drop-in hockey, stick time sessions, and adult leagues.
Where: Eugene | More Info: Ice Skating
Winter Waterfalls
What to Expect:
Breathtaking winter waterfall scenery.
Description:
Silver Falls State Park offers breathtaking winter landscapes with its numerous waterfalls, including the famous South Falls, where visitors can walk behind a 177-foot curtain of water. The park's Trail of Ten Falls is a spectacular, nationally recognized hiking trail that weaves through a dense forested landscape, featuring a series of breathtaking waterfalls along a rocky canyon.