Celebrate the start of a bright new year — at noon! Our annual NOON Year’s Eve party brings families together for hands-on fun, big laughs, joyful countdowns, and a whole lot of science.

Two Countdowns, Two Ways to Celebrate

At 12 PM sharp, we’ll ring in the new year with two balloon drops.

• Main Gallery Balloon Drop: A lively, music-filled countdown with plenty of energy and excitement.

• Da Vinci’s Garage Balloon Drop: A sensory-friendly countdown where we whisper the numbers and celebrate with jazz hands instead of noise.

New This Year: Skip the Line with Pre-Sale Admission

If you’ve joined us before, you know our entry line can get long — especially the closer it gets to 12 noon. To make sure no one misses the magic moment, we’re introducing pre-sale admission tickets.

• Purchase tickets at regular admission prices.

• Members can reserve free tickets by logging in.

• Present your QR code at the door for the quickest entry.

A New Twist on the Egg Drop Challenge

We’re changing things up in response to growing food insecurity in our region. Instead of using real eggs, this year’s Egg Drop Challenge will feature reusable plastic eggs filled with paint.

• They’re fun, colorful, and create less waste.

• You can take your egg-stronaut vehicle home — no raw egg cleanup required!

• And while you’re here, we invite you to bring nonperishable food items to drop in the Ashland Food Bank donation barrel near the front desk. Every contribution supports neighbors facing hunger.

Two showings at 3pm and 7pm

Rekindle the flame in the hearth with stories, dance & song from Ireland.

For over 25 years, native Irishman Tomáseen Foley has brought his unique brand of storytelling magic to packed houses throughout the U.S. to captivate Christmas theatergoers. With warmth and humor, he and a dazzling tribe of world-class performers carry audiences back in time to a wintry night in an Irish “rambling house,” where traditional song, dance, music, and stories bring a community together for one wondrous evening. You don’t have to be Irish to appreciate this moving and intimate show that reminds us all of the power and joy of the ancient art of storytelling. Get your tickets early to this holiday treasure.

FREE EVENT – Annual Gold Hill WinterFest

Bring the family for a festive day filled with fun and cheer! WinterFest is all about creating holiday memories together.

* Family Games
* Art Activities
* Snacks
* Prizes

ALL FREE!

Donations are appreciated to support this community event!

For more information, visit: www.candogoldhill.org

Brought to you by the Gold Hill Community Development Organization (Can-DO)

Every year, Sutherlin puts together a Light Parade to bring light to the community just before Christmas. It is our gift, our way of giving back, and bringing the Christmas Holiday to Sutherlin.

Come and see Santa Clause in an old time atmosphere!

Don’t miss this fun event!

Discounted Admission

Ice Skating performance 4-430pm

The Winter Festival brings hundreds of people downtown  Myrtle Creek to enjoy free chili, hot cider and coffee.  Visitors can also enjoy the City Christmas tree and live Nativity scene and can shop at businesses that stay open late during the community event.  When the parade vehicles arrive, they park along Main Street and some side streets where they can viewed up close and visitors can take photographs and chat with the drivers.  The evening ends with the award of cash prizes in six categories and for "Best of Show".Link to Myrtle Creek Chamber of Commerce

2025 Grants Pass Christmas Parade December 13th at 6pm. From “A”/6th Street to “L”/6th Street.

For Entries -  Sign-ups are open. Don’t wait to sign up as we can only take the first 100 entries, then we will close sign-ups. Last day to sign up is December 1. Will meet behind City Hall at the day of the parade at 4:00pm for line-up instructions..

Spectator Viewing - To watch the parade you can sit between 6th street and “C” street; Parade ENDS at 6th street and "L” street. View the full parade between these streets. BOTH SIDES OF ROAD are open for viewing.

Parade will happen rain or shine.
Please place your trash in the trash bin and pick up your trash when you leave

CASABLANCA WILL BE HEAD QUARTERS. SANTA & THE GRINCH WILL BE AT CASABLANCA AT 6PM. ANNOUNCERS WILL BE THERE. ALSO, 2K CUPS OF FREE HOT COCOA AND POPCORN FOR EVERYONE

For safety reasons, throwing of candy or other items are prohibited due to our insurance policy. Do know each participant may have as many walkers behind the floats handing out candy, flyers and business cards. Again, no throwing candy or other items, due to the safety of our children.

Important - Please, absolutely no selling of any items before or during the parade. Thank you!

There are Participant Sign-up forms available at The Grants Pass Downtown Welcome Center at: 198 SW 6th St, Grants Pass, OR 97526.

Join us for the Bandon Annual Holiday Light Parade, filled with music, lights, and holiday cheer.

Don't miss out on the festive floats, lighted vehicles and bikes. Celebrate the season with us....

Everyone is invited to join in. Light up your vehicle, your pet, yourself! No registration required. Line up starts at 5:00PM, Parade begins at 5:30 PM.

Our 106-year-old bridge will be dressed in greenery and lights and decked with a dozen decorated trees, with a raffle to take a very special one home.

Caroling - Free Hot Beverages - Painted Rock Hunt for Prizes - Homemade Gift and Baked Goods - Santa and Mrs. Claus - Fresh Wreaths & Centertpieces

Enjoy a delicious hot breakfast with holly old St. Nick! Participants receive photo opportunities with Santa, kids holiday craft and a yummy breakfast. Seating is very limited.

One session this year! 12 and Under Free | 13+ Resident $7 | Non-Resident $9

Light up your float, boat, car, horse, log truck, or whatever else you want to bring through the parade to light up HWY 101.

• Pictures with Santa

• Children decorate the city tree

• Caroling

• Cookies and Cocoa

This is a FREE family friendly event.

Join the City of Central Point for our annual Community Christmas on Saturday, December 6th. The parade will start at 5:00pm on Pine Street, with the tree lighting to follow. We will have fun activities for the whole family! Santa will be on site to visit with the kids and we will have Kona Ice with FREE hot cocoa!

Want to be a part of all the fun? We are looking for parade entries. The cost is $20 and all the proceeds are used to purchase Santa bags for the children. It's a fun and easy way to promote your business, support your team or just have fun with your family and friends.

We are always looking for volunteer groups or citizens to get involved and have many different volunteer duties. We would also love the support of our local business community. Becoming a sponsor for this event is easy and great advertising for your business. Looking to volunteer or become a sponsor? Email elizabeth.blodgett@centralpointoregon.gov or call 541.664.3321 x130 for more information.

Lithia 4 Kids & Medford Parks, Recreation and Facilities present the Winter Lights Festival at Pear Blossom Park! Bring the family for a night of holiday fun!

FESTIVE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE

• Holiday Tree Lighting

• Illuminated Parade

• DJ Gemini

• Photos opportunities with Santa

• Live Performances

• Food Trucks

Date: Sat., Dec 6
Time: 5pm -8PM
Cost: FREE
Place: Pear Blossom Park Blocks N. Bartlett St.

Kick off the Winter Lights Festival at the Annual Candy Cane Hunt

Annual Light Parade and Park lighting. Bring the kids to see the parade, visit Santa at the firehouse, and enjoy free hot chocolate at the park during the lighting ceremony.