Celebrating the Holidays in Lake Oswego

celebrate the holidays in lake oswegoIt is the holiday season; twinkling lights, peppermint candy canes, trees all aglow, and holiday shopping! These are the things that make celebrating the holidays in Lake Oswego merry and bright. 

Twinkling Lights

It is just not the holidays without twinkling lights! Brighten your holidays by visiting these spectacular light displays near your Oswego apartment.

Lake Oswego Neighborhood Displays

Are you looking for a way to brighten your holidays this year? Why not explore the festive displays at these Lake Oswego neighborhoods. Village Drive, Westlake Drive and Cardinal Drive are some of the most popular neighborhoods to see holiday light displays.

Oregon Zoolights

The Oregon Zoo, located just 20 minutes from your Lake Oswego apartment, will be celebrating the holiday with a bigger and brighter light display. You will find over 1.5 million lights, moving displays and your favorite animals. The Oregon Zoo is offering both a drive through and a walk-through experience.

Get more information and purchase tickets on their website.

White Stag Red Nose Display

Be sure to check out the holiday lights in downtown Portland the famous Red Nose on the White Stag Building, a holiday tradition since 1959, while you are visiting.

Millennium Park

While the annual Festival of Lights was moved to a virtual experience, there are still plenty of lights and holiday displays to enjoy. So, bundle and mask up, then head to the park to take in the glory of holiday lights.

Shop Safe and Local

Shopping locally for the holidays is a great way to support local businesses and find some unique holiday gifts. Here are just a few ideas for holiday shopping in Lake Oswego.

The Arts Council of Lake Oswego Marketplace is open for in-person, online, and curbside pickup shopping through December 30th. 

 

More than 30 local artists including fine art, wood, ceramics, jewelry, handmade gifts, ornaments, textiles, candy, accessories, and more will be selling unique holiday gifts. Support local artists and purchase the best holiday gifts! A win/win and the perfect way to celebrate the holidays in Lake Oswego.

Lake View Village is an open mall located in the heart of downtown Lake Oswego. Shop and dine this holiday season at Lake View Village, located just minutes from your Westlake Meadows apartment.

With so much uncertainty these days, we hope that these ideas for celebrating the holidays in Lake Oswego get you in the holiday spirit.

 

A Holiday Performance for the Entire Family

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Snowflake Man Holiday Performance

After the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, everyone needs a chance to sit back and relax. Get back to spending quality time with your families when Christmas is over. One of the most charming ways to do just that is to head to the Lake Oswego Public Library for their annual performance of “The Snowflake Man.” 

 

“The Snowflake Man” is a family-friendly performance inspired by Wilson Bentley, a farmer and scientist who was the first person to capture the image of a snowflake! It doesn’t get cooler than that! Watch as this unique trunk show comes to life with marionettes, props, and more. A pop-up book of watercolor paintings helps bring the show to life. Combining art, science, history, and more, “The Snowflake Man” is a great way to top off your holiday festivities.

 

If you think this sounds like a great time with your loved ones, then mark your calendar. You can catch the show on December 27 at 1 pm. Be sure to check out the full calendar of events for even more fun! The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 4th Street in Lake Oswego.  When you live in beautiful Lake Oswego, there’s always a ton of fun around every corner!