Bridgeport Village Holiday Parade Kicks Off November 28

Santa Claus is trading his traditional sleigh for a parade route to kick off the holiday season at Bridgeport Village on Saturday, November 28.

The morning celebration runs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., bringing festive entertainment, characters, and family activities to the area.

Attendees are advised to bundle up and find the perfect spot along the parade route between 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Leading the way for the procession is a cheery red BMW Isetta. Following closely behind are Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a merry band of friends from the North Pole, including a parade of costumed holiday characters such as Toy Soldiers, Holiday Bear, Reindeer, Village Elves, and Ballerinas.

The morning procession also features marching band music, cheer squads, vintage cars, a fire truck, and Portland’s own Unipiper. Adding even more fun along the route are a juggling elf and hula hoopers.

The parade winds its way along Bridgeport Village roads from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., ultimately ending near California Pizza Kitchen. After the procession concludes, Santa heads home to his Gingerbread Cottage to welcome guests who have made photo reservations.

Following the parade, visitors can join performers along Regal Road from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for meet-and-greets and holiday fun.

The celebration then continues in the Village Green from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. During this hour, guests can meet Mrs. Claus, the elves, toy soldiers, the Holiday Bear, and the costumed Reindeer for photos. Families can also stop by the Elf Workshop, which offers festive kids’ crafts to round out the morning festivities.