The Square

November Special Election
2019-10-16 - 2019-11-05 | OR
Turn in your ballot in person at Pioneer Courthouse Square by 8:00 pm on November 5, 2019.

Stimson Lumber Tree Arrival
2019-11-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pioneer Courthouse Square, 701 SW 6th Ave., Portland, OR, 97204, United States
Celebrate the kick-off of the holiday season in Downtown as Portland’s 75ft tall Douglas-fir is welcomed into Portland’s Living Room! Enjoy live entertainment from The Beat Goes On, say hello to Santa and join in the fun of this annual tradition.

The Giant Poo
2019-11-17 10:00 - 22:00 | OR
The Giant Poo and Poo-Pourri are traveling the country helping people let their crap go!

Mondays on the Mall
2019-11-18 11:30 - 12:30 | OR
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Portland Mall Management, Inc. on November 18th from 11:30-12:30! Stop by 5th and Main, near the Standard Building, to grab a FREE mini pumpkin pie from Lauretta Jean’s and a mini gratitude journal
from Pockitudes! Head to portlandmall.org for more information!

35th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony presented by SmartPark
2019-11-29 17:30 - 18:30 | OR
The day after Thanksgiving a crowd of more than 25,000 Portlanders will unite in a joyful sing-a-long led by Thomas Lauderdale, members of Pink Martini and a diverse array of our city’s talented musicians and chorale singers. The evening’s program will feature Mayor Wheeler, city dignitaries and Santa Claus as they ‘flip the switch’ to illuminate 14,000 colorful lights on our city’s centerpiece to the holiday season- the spectacular 75′ Douglas-fir generously provided by Stimson Lumber Company.
Strobe lights will be used during this event.

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Holidays on the Mall- Fireside Carolers
2019-11-30 12:00 - 13:00 | OR
Enjoy all of your favorite holiday songs with a jazz twist as these professional carolers stroll along SW Yamhill & Morrison!

Holidays on the Mall- Rose City Trombones
2019-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 | OR
Join this group of passionate musicians at the Sixth&Main building as they perform exciting holiday classics on the majestic trombone!

Holiday Ale Festival
2019-12-04 11:00 - 21:00, 2019-12-08 11:00 - 17:00 | OR
Join us for the 24th annual Holiday Ale Festival, which features 50+ breweries that share beers made exclusively for the Fest and 16+ special taps, with cheese and food pairings. The Fest -which is tented and heated- will also have a photo booth and coat check for charity.

Holidays on the Mall- The Dickens Carolers
2019-12-06 17:00 - 18:00 | OR
Enjoy caroling classics performance by A Cappella singers clad in traditional Old English costumes as they stroll along SW Yamhill & SW Morrison!

IKEA Toy Shop
2019-12-10 11:00 - 2019-12-12 18:00, 2019-12-13 11:00 - 20:00, 2019-12-14 10:00 - 21:00, 2019-12-15 10:00 - 18:00, 2019-12-16 11:00 - 18:00 | OR
IKEA Portland brings its Toy Shop to Pioneer Courthouse Square! Explore a winter wonderland with a selection of wooden and soft toys for your holiday shopping convenience. The toy shop accepts credit/debit cards only. To learn more about the IKEA toy range, visit IKEA-USA.com

Holidays on the Mall- Sarah's Cookies Giveaway
2019-12-10 11:30 - 12:30 | OR
Follow the B-Line Trikes along the transit mall as they giveaway delicious and festive shortbread cookies! While supplies last.

Laurelhurst Choir
2019-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 | OR
Enjoy a festive performance by the Laurelhurst Elementary School Choir in the Square!

Holidays on the Mall- The Beat Goes On
2019-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 | OR
Join The Beat Goes On Marching Band with their high-energy, brassy, rock-and-roll style as they perform at the US Bancorp Tower Plaza on SW 6th & Oak!

Holidays on the Mall- Poinsettia Giveaway
2019-12-12 11:30 - 12:30 | OR
Follow the B-Line trikes along the transit mall and pick up a free, festive, mini poinsettia plant for the holidays! While supplies last.

Mac Balladeers
2019-12-12 17:00 - 18:00 | OR
Mac Balladeers will perform as a part of the Square’s seasonal event series!

The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition
2019-12-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Pioneer Courthouse Square, 701 SW 6th Ave., Portland, OR, 97204, United States
Together, Pioneer Courthouse Square and Portland Mall Management, Inc. are hosting the 6th Annual Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition that was originally held throughout Downtown in the early 90s. The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition is a fun and festive competition that will bring caroling groups of all ages to the heart of downtown. The top three caroling groups will hold a “carol-off” at the Square and the grand prize winner will be selected by crowd applause and awarded $1,000. Second and third place prizes, as well as the coveted People’s Choice designation, will also be awarded. This FREE caroling competition will be held rain or shine from 5:30-7:30 pm. To register to carol click here.

29th Annual Tuba Christmas Concert presented by SmartPark
2019-12-14 13:30 - 15:00 | Pioneer Courthouse Square, 701 SW 6th Ave., Portland, OR, 97204, United States
Downtown will pulse with the melodic sounds of big brass as nearly 300 tubas play in unison for the 29th Annual Tuba Christmas Concert in the heart of downtown. This seasonal performance is FREE for the public. You can register to play here.

Holidays on the Mall- Happenstance
2019-12-15 15:00 - 16:00 | OR
Join Happenstance outside of Pioneer Place Mall for a fun and festive holiday performance in the heart of downtown!

Holidays on the Mall- NW Nuts Giveaway
2019-12-16 11:30 - 12:30 | OR
Follow the B-Line trikes as they pass out delicious roasted NW Nuts for the holidays! While supplies last.

Wilson Jazz Band
2019-12-16 12:00 - 13:00 | OR
The Wilson High School Jazz Band will perform as a part of the Square’s seasonal program!

Coro Con Brio
2019-12-16 17:00 - 18:00 | OR
Enjoy a festive performance from Coro Con Brio as they sing a wide variety of Renaissance-era selections, hymns, madrigals, seasonal music, and traditional Christmas Carols!

Vestal Choir
2019-12-17 12:00 - 13:00 | OR
Enjoy a festive performance from the Vestal K-5 choir!

Holidays on the Mall- Happenstance
2019-12-17 18:00 - 19:00 | OR
Join the Happenstance Quartet at The Nines for a fun holiday performance!

Alameda Choir
2019-12-18 17:00 - 18:00 | OR
The Square welcomes the Alameda Choir for a festive holiday performance!

Get A Life Marching Band
2019-12-19 17:00 - 18:00 | OR
Join Get A Life Marching Band for a high-energy holiday performance in the Square!
