November 23rd, 2024 | 2:00-7:00 pm | Tree Lighting at 6:00 pm 

Celebrate the season at the annual Hillsboro Holly Days Celebration at the Hillsboro Civic Center on the Saturday before Thanksgiving.


Artisans showcase their best handmade work at this bustling market, while carolers, live music, and activities for all ages abound.


Downtown merchants will also be open for business with a variety of in-shop activities and promotions.


Downtown will be full of holiday cheer and excitement leading up to the awe-inspiring tree lighting at 6:00 pm and sing along to some of your Holly Days favorites.



NORTH POLE AT HART

Santa will be at the North Pole at HART again this year.  Wander through Kids Village and on down the block, you will find Santa and Friends for a picture taking opportunity with the man himself.  Dress up and get your Christmas Card pics here!

Location: 2nd Avenue and Washington St.



Kid Village is back!

At their new location on 2nd Avenue between Main Street and Washington Street. 

This year's activities include:

  • Make & take Christmas tree treats
  • Activities and Games
  • Christmas forest wonderland



Hillsboro Holly Days Winter Fair and Gift Shopping

Check off those items on our list as you meander through the dozens of Downtown retailers and local artisans that have their wares on display. You will be able to find a gift to wrap up for everyone. And if you can’t, there are lots of great restaurants and personal service businesses that offer gift cards/certificates.

Visit this link to take a sneak peak at our Vendors for our 2023 Hillsboro Holly Days Celebration: coming soon...

Holly Days Entertainment

We are excited to welcome back live outdoor performances to this year’s Cultural Arts District Stage. A lineup of talented local musicians will share the warmth and goodwill of the season through a diverse lineup of live performance on the Plaza. The tree lighting (at 6pm) will be followed by a sing-along led by Hillsboro’s own Oregon Chorale.

Want to Sing-Along?


Use this link to find the lyrics!

CULTURAL ARTS DISTRICT
STAGE SCHEDULE


Gayle Ritt


Solo, Acoustic


Hula Hulau ‘Ohana Holo’oko’a


Hula and Tahitian Dance 


Trombone Christmas Northwest


Trombone, Seasonal Favorites



Laura Cunard Quartet


Jazz

The Oregon Chorale

Choral Music, Tree Lighting,
Sing-Along

6:00 pm Tree Lighting will include:

  • Visitors from the North Pole
  • Mayor Steve Callaway
  • Hillsboro Dance Center





A sea of people gathered around a large, lit Christmas tree. White canopies in the background.

Annual Tree Lighting

A tradition in the Civic Center Plaza, since it was built as our community living room almost two decades ago, a locally sourced evergreen will be lit up and decked out as our community’s holiday tree. Mayor Callaway, his family will be leading us in a countdown to switch on the lights, with a little help from Santa and friends.



2024 Hillsboro Holly Days Celebration Map

VENDOR MAP: For a more in depth view of the Winter Artisan Market and who is going to be there follow this link: https://www.tuesdaymarketplace.org/

GETTING HERE: 
If you don't plan on walking in or riding your bike Downtown, consider Tri-met. The Blue Line Max and several frequent bus lines all stop at Hillsboro Central Transit Center, just a few steps from the event. 

PARKING: There is plenty of street parking in Downtown Hillsboro. Check out this great parking map!

Volunteer for Holly Days

Hillsboro Downtown Partnership is seeking volunteers to assist with the annual Holly Days celebration. All abilities are welcome to assist. Volunteers must be 16 and older unless chaperoned by a guardian. Sign up to volunteer here!

11:30 am-2:00 pm: Set-Up Volunteers will help make sure all the tents are up, the welcome arch is decorated and assist with signage.

2:00-7:00 pm: Event volunteers are needed to monitor the event, assist at the information booth, welcome guests at all entry points and answer questions from the public.

7:00-8:00 pm: Tear-Down Volunteers will help us pack up supplies and may assist with traffic control.



HILLSBORO LEARNING CENTER

Stop by the Hillsboro Learning Center for a window selfie station picture opportunity at 3rd and Washington for a Holiday craft activity

Glimpse into what Hillsboro Holly Days Celebration looked like in years past as we eagerly look forward to this year's event! 

Thank you to our presenting sponsors! Partnering to bring you Holly Days!

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