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December 19, 2018
Arts &
ENTERTAINMENT
From Our Family to Yours
Happy Hollidays
-Wayne Cannon
The Grotto’s scenic pathways sparkle with colorful lights for the annual Christmas Festival of Lights,
a northeast Portland tradition that runs nightly through Dec. 30 (except Christmas Day).
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Christmas at the Grotto
Enjoy the festive lights
and choral groups
The Grotto’s annual Christmas Festival of Lights
and the world’s largest choral festival runs nightly
through Dec. 30 (except Christmas Day).
Guests stroll among 1.5 million colorful lights,
which line the scenic pathways of the religious
shrine and botanical garden. New this year, is a
spectacular 150-foot living Christmas tree at the en-
trance at Northeast 85th and Sandy Boulevard.
The festival features indoor holiday concerts
performed by many of the region’s finest school,
church and civic choirs. Five concerts are scheduled
each night and will perform in the 600-seat chapel,
known for its cathedral-like acoustics. There’s also
a petting zoo, nightly puppet shows, and a chance to
sing along with The Grotto Carolers. Holiday foods
and beverages are also available, as is seasonal
shopping in The Grotto Gift Shop.
The festival is open from 5-9:30 p.m. nightly,
with the grounds closing at 10 p.m. Tickets are sold
at the gate. All proceeds support The Grotto, helping
maintain its beautiful grounds throughout the year.
For more information, visit thegrotto.org.