Drive Through 250 Holiday Light Displays At Winter Wonderland In Oregon
Catherine Armstrong
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The holiday season is in full swing, and if you haven’t caught the holiday spirit yet, you definitely need some inspiration. We have just the place for you – the Portland International Raceway. Yup – this racetrack turns into a Winter Wonderland in Oregon every year, and you can drive right through it. Come experience one of the best holiday light displays in Oregon.
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Get some aerial views of this wondrous lights display:
Do you agree that Winter Wonderland in Oregon is the best light display west of the Mississippi, or do you have a different favorite? Tell us in the comments!
Learn more about Winter Wonderland and get your tickets on its website, then follow the light display’s Facebook page for even more pretty Christmas light pics. If you can’t get enough of these dazzling lights, embark on this road trip to several more holiday light displays in Oregon.
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Christmas in Oregon
What are the best Christmas light displays in Oregon?
The best Christmas light displays in Oregon include:
- Oregon Garden
- Shore Acres State Park
- Portland Christmas Ships
It goes without saying that Winter Wonderland above can't be beaten, however, there are some definitely honorable mentions that are also well worth seeing. Silverton's Oregon Garden puts on a spectacular and charming lights display including the beloved characters from Peanuts. Shore Acres State Park in Eagle Crest has over 325,000 lights on display and is simply gorgeous. Since 1954, the Portland Christmas Ships have illuminated the Willamette River with their vibrant lights reflecting in the water in a jaw-dropping display.
Find out more about the best Christmas light displays in Oregon.
What are Oregon's best Christmas towns?
Oregon’s best Christmas towns include:
- Newport
- Bend
With all the lush green trees, Oregon itself is a winter wonderland. It has towns that will make for a very memorable Christmas. Newport has a Sea of Lights at the Oregon Coast Aquarium that is absolutely magical. Local kids put on a performance called Little Nutcracker. The town has a festival of trees, a holiday bazaar, and a lighted boat parade. Bend has its own style with the Annual Christmas Paddle. Locals decorate their canoes, kayaks, and paddleboats and bring them to the river as a floating display of holiday cheer.
Discover more about Oregon’s best Christmas towns.
What are the best winter festivals in Oregon?
The best winter festivals in Oregon include:
- Oregon Winterfest
- Holiday Ale Festival
Oregonians really know how to live it up during the holidays with festivals you won't forget. Oregon WinterFest in Bend is absolutely magical day or night with fire pits, motorcycle stunts, ice sculptures, live music, and so much more. Standing around the firepits together really brings a sense of community to this event. Portland and craft beer go together like pepperoni and pizza, and the Holiday Ale Festival brings the best of the best. People from all over Oregon make their way to Portland to sample some of the best beers in the nation.
Learn more about the best winter festivals in Oregon.