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The Christmas Light Display At The Grotto In Oregon Is Pure Holiday Magic

The Grotto in Oregon offers a magical Festival of Lights with twinkle lights and holiday concerts from November 24th to December 30th, 2023.

Updated Oct 30, 2023

Written by 

Catherine Armstrong

The excitement of the Christmas season is all around us, and our two favorite things about the holidays are the twinkle lights and the festive music. The Grotto in Oregon has plenty of both, and you're going to want to plan your visit. This year's event is scheduled for November 24th - December 30th, 2023.

Welcome to the Grotto! This beautiful 62-acre sanctuary is a wonderful place to visit year-round for peace and reflection, but during the holiday season, it's downright enchanting.

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Take a stroll through the gardens to see vibrant twinkle lights in every color of the rainbow during the Grotto's Festival of Lights.

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You'll find plenty of opportunities for reflection here...both inner reflection, and the kind that makes for pretty photographs!

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A visit to the Grotto is a holiday tradition for many Oregonians, and it's a wonderful opportunity to spend time with loved ones.

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If you really want to get a glimpse of the enchanting spirit of Christmas, bring a child with you and watch his or her little face light up in wonder at the pretty holiday lights all around.

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While you're at the Grotto, light a candle...

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...and hear a concert. In addition to the stunning light displays all throughout the garden, the Festival hosts more than 160 indoor holiday concerts with performances from local school, churches, and civic organizations.

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The path through the Grotto is about a quarter mile long. Dress warmly and plan on spending about an hour outdoors. The Festival of Lights is open from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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The Festival of Lights is open from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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The Grotto Portland / Facebook

Learn more about the Grotto in Oregon, and visit its Christmas Festival of Lights page for all the details about this beautiful display. While you're in Oregon for the holidays, enjoy a Victorian Christmas Festival. What you your favorite things about spending the holidays in Oregon? Let us know in the comments!

Looking for more holiday inspiration? Check out our ultimate gift-giving guide!

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The Christmas Village in Oregon That Becomes Even More Magical Year After Year

The Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights in Roseburg, Oregon, features a magical holiday village, a dazzling light show, and the world’s tallest nutcracker.

Updated Oct 28, 2024

Written by 

Mikayla

The holiday season is officially in full swing here in Oregon. And if you're like most Oregonians, you're probably wanting to enjoy some fun holiday outings. This year, one destination that deserves to be at the top of your list is the Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights in Roseburg. This enchanting annual event features a magical holiday village, a dazzling light show with 500,000 Christmas lights, and the world's tallest nutcracker.

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Take a look:

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Highlighted are large multi colored light decorations with a sales booth on the far left side. This is at “Christmas in the Garden” in The Oregon Garden in Silverton, Oregon. This event is located in the Rediscovery Forest area of the garden. This is a traditional German Christmas Market and light display. Included in the event are Booths selling gifts, food and beverages. Located not far from Salem, Oregon the State Capitol. Photo taken with a Nikon D4 and NIKKOR lens. Edited in Photoshop. I am a Photographer level member of The Oregon Garden as required by the Garden for Commercial use of photos.

For more than 25 years, the Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights has been a magical holiday tradition in the Beaver State. 2024 marks the festival's 32nd year, and we couldn't be more excited!

One of the most breathtaking parts of the festival is the holiday lights drive-through. It contains 90 light displays with 500,000 glittering lights.

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Beautiful Christmas light displays at a holiday light show in a garden

This Christmas village in Oregon is open from November 24, 2024 until January 1, 2025. Get tickets to the Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights on their website. One ticket allows one car visit to the festival plus one visit to the Holiday Village. 

Hours for the drive-through light display:

  • 5:30-9 pm Sunday — Thursday
  • 5:30- 10 pm Friday and Saturday

Holiday Village hours:

  • 5:30 - 9 pm Thursdays and Sundays
  • 5:30 - 10 pm Fridays and Saturdays

The Holiday Village is closed Monday — Wednesday.

Santa Claus will be at the Holiday Village every evening until Christmas Eve (he’s very busy on Christmas Eve, obviously). Photos with Santa are free!

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Guests will also be able to write a letter to the North Pole, too! You won't want to miss checking out the epic model train set. There are also cookies, candies, and warm cider available for purchase in the village.

And of course, no visit to the Festival of Lights is complete without meeting Herr Winterguard, the world's tallest nutcracker. He measures in at 41 feet tall!

There will be special nights planned, and you'll want to follow Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights on Facebook to stay up to date on any upcoming events.

The Umpqua Valley Festival of Lights is located at 380 River Forks Park Rd., Roseburg, OR 97471. Have you been here before? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

For more festive holiday fun in the Beaver State, check out our previous article: It's Not Christmas In Oregon Until You Do These 10 Enchanting Things.

Read on to discover some of the most enchanting Christmas towns in Oregon. Don't forget to pack your winter essentials!

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This Upcoming Sunflower Festival In Oregon Will Make Your Summer Complete

Lee Farms is hosting its first annual Sunflower Festival from August 17th to 25th, 2019, featuring sunflower fields, live music, craft beer, and family activities.

Updated Jun 27, 2024

Written by 

Catherine Armstrong

Sunflower Festival in Oregon offers the cheerful sight of an entire field full of bright, yellow sunflowers. Can you think of anything more pleasant? We think not! A one-day Sunflower Festival at Lee Farms is coming Aug. 2-18, 2024, and we simply can't wait. Let's check it out!

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Clear your calendar now to attend the annual Sunflower Festival at Lee Farms where parking is free.

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The beautiful sunflower fields await, and your ticket to the event includes many exciting activities!

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During the festival, you can wander these fields to your heart's content and pick one blossom to take home.

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The choice is yours among more than 30 varieties of sunflowers to explore. Bring your camera, because these fields are definitely picturesque.

You'll get access to the 120 beautiful farm acres at one of the best summer festivals in Oregon.

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A general admission ticket also includes a scenic hayride to the Sunflower MAZE, going down the Big Fun Slide, and bouncing on the Jump Pad and Bounce Pillow.

You can also meet the loving farm animals.

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Enjoy live music, adult beverages, and plenty of other activities while you're here.

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You'll want to pop into the bakery and farm market for a homemade treat.

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Feast on donuts, cookies, pies, and fudge, and check out the festival options for lunch or dinner.

While you're browsing through the farm market, make sure to pick up some fresh produce.

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The Sunflower Festival is open from Fridays through Sundays.

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Ticket add-ons include Sunrise Yoga, the Picnic Package, the Butterfly Release, and a Dinner in the Field.

Sunflower Festival in Oregon offers more information on its web page. Follow updates on the Lee Farms Facebook page to see all the latest news there. Have you attended this pretty event? Please let us know how it went in the comments below.

For a colorful road trip in the area, drive through the Quilt Barn Trail in Oregon. And while you're traveling, this road atlas might come in handy.

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https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/oregon/quilt-barn-trail-tualatin-valley-or/

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