Each year, downtown's holiday festivities begin when Portland heralds the arrival of the City's most spectacular 75 foot tree. Concert rock violinist Aaron Meyer with the Brown Sisters, Portland's Mayor and Santa will lead the crowd sing-along in this annual community celebration.
Stimson Lumber Holiday Tree Arrival in Downtown Portland
Location:
Pioneer Courthouse Square
701 SW 6th St
Portland, OR 97205
Event Day(s): 11/14/08
Hours: Noon
Phone: (503) 223-1613
Admission/Tickets:
Admission is free
Each year, downtown's holiday festivities begin when Portland heralds the arrival of the City's most spectacular 75 foot tree, gifted by Stimson Lumber Company. This year’s Tree was grown on Stimson Lumber’s sustainable forestlands near Gaston, Oregon.Several thousand people participate in welcoming the tree along its parade route, complete with Santa Claus, seasonal music and local dignitaries!
On the day after Thanksgiving, Portlanders will gather at the Square to celebrate the official start of the season by lighting the spectacular 75ft Tree. this year’s Tree will illuminate with 15,000 LED lights generously donated by Globe Lighting, which will utilize 91% less energy then previous years.Well over 25,000 people are expected to attend the 24th annual Tree Lighting Event hosted by KGW NewsChannel 8 and Kink.fm with special guests including local Dignitaries. Concert rock violinist Aaron Meyer with the Brown Sisters, Portland’s Mayor and Santa will lead the crowd sing-along in this annual community celebration. Big, bright and beautiful, this event unites the community in an evening of merriment and sharing for the whole family.
