Celebrate the holiday season at Troutdale's Windy Wonderland and Tree Lighting in our historic downtown on December 6 & 7, 2025. This festive event, which benefits Snow Cap Community Charities, runs on both days from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The City’s traditional tree lighting ceremony in Mayors Square is set for 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 7.
The event centers around a holiday market set inside The Troutdale House at 411 E Historic Columbia River Hwy. This market will feature dozens of local vendors selling handcrafted gifts, plus holiday music and seasonal treats and beverages. Stay tuned for more information and a schedule of daily activities! The hours for the Holiday Market are Saturday, Dec. 6: 12:00 - 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7: 12:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Don't forget that our downtown shops, businesses, and restaurants will also be participating in the fun during the event so be sure to check them out!
Note for potential Windy Wonderland vendors: Please visit our Event Vendor Information page to find out how you can apply to become a vendor a Windy Wonderland. Fees vary for locations and number of tables. Please be aware that space is limited and completing your application does not guarantee you a spot, you will be contacted if you are selected to be a vendor.
All vendors must commit to vending all day Saturday and Sunday. Single day vendors will not be accommodated. If you are only able to vend one day and want to participate, cityevents [at] troutdaleoregon.gov (please email us) and we will share your information with other businesses who may want to host pop up vendors, however there is no guarantee that there will be space.
During Windy Wonderland, you will be able to visit Santa at his North Pole headquarters near the holiday market for a magical holiday experience! On Saturday and Sunday, Santa will be available for photos from 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. and again from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Please note that we are not able to print photos on site.
Don’t miss this chance to capture special memories with the jolliest man of the season!
Please note that times are subject to change.
The weekend culminates with the City’s traditional tree lighting ceremony in Mayors Square just after 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 7. It's sure to be packed so arrive early to find a spot, get a free cup of hot cocoa, and enjoy some live holiday music before we illuminate our live blue spruce. You won’t want to miss this community event!
We hope to see you there! Stay tuned for more updates.
Many downtown businesses will be participating in a scavenger hunt throughout the weekend. Pick up your scavenger hunt passport at the Holiday Market and collect stamps from participating stores to earn a free gift! There will be a different gift on each day, and we encourage you to collect them all!
More details to come!
We're expecting a big turnout, so here's the scoop on parking: Parking spots are available in the lots above Mayors Square, on Kibling Street, and behind the north side of downtown. You can also park in legal spots along Historic Columbia River Highway and the side streets in our downtown.
We'll have more details as the event draws closer.