Vancouver Community Tree Lighting & Rotary Festival of Trees
Through Nov 29Nov 27 – Nov 29 · 6:00 PM
Esther Short ParkW 8th St & Columbia St, Vancouver, WA 98660 · 7.7 mi approx. from PortlandDirections
All ages
FreeFree admission (Festival of trees donations support local charities)
About this adventure
Across the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington, the holiday season kicks off at historic Esther Short Park. Families gather around the community Christmas tree for the countdown lighting ceremony, accompanied by choral music, community brass bands, and Santa's festive arrival. Adjacent inside the Vancouver Hilton, the Rotary Festival of Trees showcases dozens of lavishly decorated designer trees, holiday scavenger hunts, and craft tables for kids. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved park pathways and ADA-accessible hotel convention ballroom. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Heated hotel facilities and park restrooms with baby changing counters. • Age Suitability: All ages. • Sensory Tips: Cozy community atmosphere with open grassy space and calm indoor designer tree viewing.
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