Christmas on Main - North Bend

North Bend’s Christmas on Main

Get ready for a magical holiday experience in Downtown North Bend! Join us for a series of festivities to kick off the season:

Waffles with Santa

9:00am-11:00am @ North Bend Fire Department
Enjoy a delicious breakfast with the jolly man himself! Load up on toppings with the Miss Flame Court and visit with Volunteer Firefighters. Load up on strawberries, whipped cream, chocolate and more!!! Pre-registration Required. Free to attend. Register for Waffles with Santa (opens in new tab).

Story Time with Mrs. Claus

10:00am & 11:00am @ North Bend Public Library
Cozy up for enchanting holiday tales read by Mrs. Claus herself! Get ready to move around with holiday sign along with the North Bend Library staff.

Free Ice Skating

11 am–3 pm @ North Bend Ice Rink
Glide across the ice with family and friends during Free Skating for all ages. Enjoy festive Christmas music and choose to share the joy of giving by donating a toy to Toys for Tots! FREE Skating is sponsored by Ziply Fiber (opens in new tab).

Hot Cocoa Crawl

11:00am-1:00pm @ Downtown North Bend Businesses
Stroll Downtown North Bend for a festive Hot Cocoa Crawl! Enjoy complimentary cocoa & fun toppings at various locations. Suggested $5.00 donation for a glass mug or we have complimentary paper cups as well. The Hot Cocoa Crawl starts at the North Bend Visitor Information Center. Event is sponsored by NW Natural.

Elf of the Shelf

All Day
@ North Bend Main Street Businesses
Head downtown and be on the lookout for mischievous Elves hiding inside Main Street businesses! Spot one, and you could win an Elf on the Shelf giveaway basket. While you’re there, be sure to do some Christmas shopping and enjoy the local eateries and pubs. Elf on the Shelf runs from December 1-12, 2026.

Holiday Block Party

3:00pm-5:00pm @ Visitor Information Center Parking Lot
Enjoy festive fun with face painting, crafting, a holiday photo booth, and more! Enjoy free books and reindeer-food making. Sing along with holiday music and take in a lively dance performance by North Bend Middle and High School students. Food trucks and restrooms will also be on site.

Annual Tree Lighting

5:00pm - 6:00 @ Grant Circle / City Hall
Watch the magical moment as the Mayor and Santa light the tree illuminating the night. Tree lighting will be around 5:10, immediately following everyone is welcomed to gather in the festival tent for holiday fun. Complementary Cider will be offered in the Visitor Information Center next to the festival tent. Food trucks will be on site nearby.

Lighted Christmas Parade

6:00pm-6:30pm
The parade passes through the nearby neighborhood passing by the Fire Station, Library, and City Hall. Marvel at the twinkling lights and festive vehicles as they parade through the streets in a dazzling display of holiday cheer. Want to be in the parade? Sign up to join the parade (opens in new tab).

Christmas Opry

7:00pm-9:00pm
Celebrate the season with a spectacular mix of traditional carols and contemporary holiday hits! This family favorite features an incredible band, singers, and dancers that will bring the holiday spirit to life. This is a wonderful way to end out a day long Christmas celebration and is a perfect way to support arts and culture in our community. At the Liberty Theatre (opens in new tab), 2100 Sherman Ave. Get Christmas Opry Tickets (opens in new tab)

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable holiday experience!