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OREGON COAST HEADQUARTERS
2015 NW 39th Street
Lincoln City, OR 97367
CENTRAL OREGON HEADQUARTERS
57100 Beaver Dr Bldg 5, STE 150
 Sunriver, OR 97707
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Experience the Best of December in Oregon’s Top Getaway Destinations

Experience the Best of December in Oregon’s Top Getaway Destinations

As December arrives, Oregon’s beaches and mountains turn into cozy holiday wonderlands. For those dreaming of Oregon Coast December getaways, a quiet beachfront cabin with a crackling fire can feel like a festive paradise. Holiday stays in Central Oregon mean snow-capped peaks, towering pines, and inviting mountain lodges. Wrap yourself in a warm blanket, sip hot cocoa by a roaring fireplace, or sink into a bubbling hot tub under the stars – our winter vacation rentals in Oregon are ready for you. Read on for local event highlights on the Coast and in the Cascades, and start planning your perfect December escape.

Explore Oregon in December: Warm Retreats, Holiday Happenings & Winter Activities

Oregon Coast December Events & Activities

Holiday Lights at Shore Acres

November 27–December 31, 2025
Coos Bay, OR
Holiday Lights at Shore Acres

The Holiday Lights event by Angels Anonymous and Chinook Winds Casino Resort transforms a lodge with beautifully decorated Christmas trees. Free and family-friendly, it features glowing displays, live music, a Friday visit from Santa, stories with Mrs. Claus, and complimentary hot cocoa in a warm, festive setting.

Downtown North Bend Ice Skating Rink

December 01-Jan 31, 2026
North Bend, OR
Downtown North Bend Ice Skating Rink

Lace up your skates and enjoy winter fun at the only ice rink on the Oregon Coast. In downtown North Bend, this open-air rink welcomes all ages for just $5, including skate rentals. Twinkle lights, holiday music, and ocean air set a festive mood, and you can warm up afterward with cocoa or a stroll through nearby shops.

Festival of Trees Holiday Showcase

December 02-04, 2025
Coos Bay, OR
Festival of Trees Holiday Showcase

The Holiday Lights event by Angels Anonymous and Chinook Winds Casino Resort fills a lodge with beautifully decorated trees and glowing displays. This free, family-friendly tradition offers live music, a Friday visit from Santa, stories with Mrs. Claus, and complimentary hot cocoa in a warm holiday atmosphere.

Angels Fantasy of Trees

December 03-06, 2025
Lincoln City, OR
Angels Fantasy of Trees

Presented by Angels Anonymous and Chinook Winds Casino, this 5 p.m. boat parade sends dozens of lighted vessels gliding along Yaquina Bay. Watch from the docks or a bayfront restaurant while enjoying cocoa and carols, then stay for the pier tree-lighting – a crisp, joyful night of coastal community spirit.

December King Tides

December 04-06, 2025
Lincoln City, OR
December King Tides

Experience the Pacific’s power during Lincoln City’s King Tides, the year’s highest and most dramatic waves. Watch safely from the Sea Gypsy Cafe or a bayfront balcony as surging water crashes against the shore. Ocean spray fills the air, and afterward you can warm up with cocoa by the fire.

Yaquina Bay Lighted Boat Parade

December 06, 2025
Newport, OR
Yaquina Bay Lighted Boat Parade

Kick off the holidays in Newport as dozens of festive, lighted boats glide along Yaquina Bay in a heartwarming 5 p.m. parade. Watch from the docks or a bayfront restaurant with hot chocolate, enjoy carolers, and stay for the pier tree-lighting – a crisp, glowing night filled with coastal community cheer.

Sea of Lights

Every Friday-Sat, December, 2025
Newport, OR
Sea of Lights

Each weekend, the Oregon Coast Aquarium becomes a glowing holiday wonderland, with thousands of twinkling lights inside the galleries and along the boardwalk. Wander past illuminated sea life, sip warm cider, meet Santa under a giant octopus, and end the night with hot chocolate by the harbor for a perfect festive finish.

Big Band Christmas Dance Concert

December 12, 2025
Coos Bay, OR
Big Band Christmas Dance Concert

Enjoy a swingin’ holiday dance night in Coos Bay as the “Swingin’ in the Rain” big band and the Salvation Army present a free Christmas concert. Savor jazzy holiday classics, dance under festive lights, sip cocoa with a cookie, and support local toy drives through the evening’s cheerful donation kettle.

Bandon Holiday Light Parade

December 13, 2025
Bandon, OR
Bandon Holiday Light Parade

Old Town Bandon glows during its annual Holiday Light Parade, where decorated floats, marching bands, and sparkling fire engines roll through the streets. Kids collect candy canes, vendors serve cocoa and kettle corn, and the whole scene feels like a small-town Christmas movie – cozy, festive, and perfect for kicking off the season.

A Frosted Holiday Celebration

December 20, 2025
Cannon Beach, OR
A Frosted Holiday Celebration

Cannon Beach gets extra cozy with a family-friendly holiday event at the History Center featuring cocoa, cookie decorating, and live music. Downtown offers festive concerts, wine tastings, and late-night shopping, creating an intimate, artsy atmosphere where families and couples can savor local flavors and enjoy a relaxed coastal celebration before the New Year.

Holiday Lights at Historic Railway Museum

Dec 25, 2025 – January 1, 2026
Coos Bay, OR
Holiday Lights at Historic Railway Museum

Step into a vintage holiday scene at the Oregon Coast Historic Railway Museum, where engines and cabooses shine with over 100,000 lights. Stroll or drive along Highway 101 to enjoy the free, family-friendly display. Kids love spotting stuffed animals in the windows, making this nostalgic stop glow with seasonal cheer.

Beachcrest Brewing New Year’s Bash

December 31, 2025
Gleneden Beach, OR
Beachcrest Brewing New Year’s Bash

Ring in 2026 at Beachcrest Brewing Company with a full day of live music, street food, and small-batch craft beer. From 2 p.m. to midnight, enjoy rotating bands, new seasonal releases, and cozy fire pits – a relaxed, coastal way to celebrate with friends and family just south of Lincoln City.

Central Oregon December Events

Bend Christmas Parade

December 06, 2025
Downtown Bend, OR
Bend Christmas Parade

Downtown Bend comes alive at noon for the annual Christmas Parade, featuring high school bands, decorated floats, equestrians, and a jolly Santa. Families bundle up with cocoa as candy canes are tossed from the route. With crisp air, mountain views, and festive lights, it’s a heartwarming kickoff to the Central Oregon holiday season.

North Bend’s Christmas on Main

December 06, 2025
Downtown Bend, OR
North Bend’s Christmas on Main

Downtown North Bend packs a full day of holiday fun on Dec. 6, from Waffles with Santa and story time to a Hot Cocoa Crawl through local shops. Kids enjoy free ice skating and crafts, followed by an afternoon block party. The day ends with a tree lighting and Lighted Christmas Parade at 6 p.m.

Jurassic Quest

December 19-21, 2025
Redmond, OR
Jurassic Quest

Roar into the holiday break at Jurassic Quest in Redmond, where more than 20 animatronic dinosaurs stomp and snort inside the Deschutes County Expo Center. Kids can dig for fossils, ride a gentle Apatosaurus, and meet a baby T-Rex, while families enjoy a warm, indoor prehistoric adventure perfect for winter fun.

Dirksen Derby

December 19-21, 2025
Mt. Bachelor, OR
Dirksen Derby

The Dirksen Derby at Mt. Bachelor brings sit-skiers and snowboarders from around the world together for an iconic adaptive relay race. Watch racers carve the slopes by day, then enjoy live music and the torchlight parade at night as hundreds of skiers descend with glowing torches – a vibrant, inspiring winter celebration for all.

Christmas Dinner at Sunriver Resort

December 25, 2025
Sunriver, OR
Christmas Dinner & Buffet at Sunriver Resort

Spend Christmas Day at Sunriver Resort’s Great Hall, where garlands, candles, and twinkling lights set the scene for a festive buffet. Enjoy roasted meats, Northwest dishes, seafood, and plenty of desserts while kids visit the cocoa station. Afterward, stroll the Great Lawn or capture family photos for a relaxed holiday celebration.

New Year’s Eve Party at Hoodoo

December 31, 2025
Sisters, OR
New Year’s Eve Party

Celebrate New Year’s Eve on the slopes at Hoodoo Ski Area, where daytime skiing leads into an evening of live music, a special lodge dinner, and cozy fireside fun. As night falls, step outside for the summit fireworks show – snowy trees glowing with color, creating a festive, mountain-bright welcome to 2026.

December in Oregon: Cozy Rentals & Festive Magic Await

December is the perfect month to settle into a cozy Meredith Lodging getaway. Whether you crave salt spray and sea stacks or snowy trees and ski trails, we’ve got your holiday-ready home waiting. From crackling fireplaces and ocean views to cabin kitchens perfect for baking, our vacation homes are built for comfort and connection. Choose from storm-watching retreats on the Oregon Coast or snow-dusted escapes in Central Oregon.

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Average $320 per night includes all fees
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320
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Sep 25 – Sep 27
Seal Rock, OR
House
2Bedrooms
2Baths
6Guests
Exterior View with beach view
Average $449 per night includes all fees
$
449
/night (includes fees)
Sep 16 – Sep 18
Lincoln City, OR
House
4Bedrooms
2.5Baths
10Guests
Outdoor Patio Seating
Average $352 per night includes all fees
$
352
/night (includes fees)
Sep 16 – Sep 18
Deck off Primary Bedroom
Average $294 per night includes all fees
$
294
/night (includes fees)
Sep 16 – Sep 18
Exterior
Average $272 per night includes all fees
$
272
/night (includes fees)
Oct 15 – Oct 17
Fire pit and Hot Tub
Average $362 per night includes all fees
$
362
/night (includes fees)
Sep 16 – Sep 18
Haystack Landing-106
Average $403 per night includes all fees
$
403
/night (includes fees)
Sep 19 – Sep 21
Cedar Creek Hideaway
Average $273 per night includes all fees
$
273
/night (includes fees)
Oct 01 – Oct 03
Living Room
Average $354 per night includes all fees
$
354
/night (includes fees)
Sep 16 – Sep 18
Hot Tub
Average $305 per night includes all fees
$
305
/night (includes fees)
Sep 20 – Sep 22
Ocean View with telescope
Average $640 per night includes all fees
$
640
/night (includes fees)
Oct 15 – Oct 17
Lincoln City, OR
Exterior View
Average $245 per night includes all fees
$
245
/night (includes fees)
Sep 20 – Sep 22
Lincoln City, OR
Outdoor Balcony with Ocean View
Average $310 per night includes all fees
$
310
/night (includes fees)
Sep 28 – Sep 30
Deschutes Dream Lodge - Evening back
Average $515 per night includes all fees
$
515
/night (includes fees)
Oct 31 – Nov 02
Exterior View
Average $285 per night includes all fees
$
285
/night (includes fees)
Sep 21 – Sep 23
A beachfront retreat frames sweeping coastal vistas, where sandy shores meet forested hills. Two chairs await your morning coffee ritual, just steps from the water's edge.
Pet Friendly
Lincoln City, OR
House
3Bedrooms
3Baths
10Guests
Pet Friendly
Depoe Bay, OR
House
3Bedrooms
3Baths
6Guests
Lincoln City, OR
House
2Bedrooms
2.5Baths
7Guests
Pet Friendly
Waldport, OR
House
4Bedrooms
3Baths
10Guests
Pacific City, OR
House
5Bedrooms
3Baths
10Guests
Pet Friendly
Welches, OR
Cabin
4Bedrooms
2.5Baths
9Guests
Pet Friendly
Lincoln City, OR
House
2Bedrooms
1Bath
4Guests
Waldport, OR
House
3Bedrooms
2Baths
6Guests
Average $172 per night includes all fees
$
172
/night (includes fees)
Sep 27 – Sep 29
Pet Friendly
Neskowin, OR
Condo
1Bedroom
2Baths
4Guests
House
3Bedrooms
3.5Baths
10Guests
House
3Bedrooms
3Baths
10Guests
Lincoln City, OR
House
4Bedrooms
2Baths
9Guests
Bend, OR
House
4Bedrooms
4Baths
8Guests
Pet Friendly
Depoe Bay, OR
House
3Bedrooms
2Baths
8Guests
Exterior Front
Average $510 per night includes all fees
$
510
/night (includes fees)
Sep 21 – Sep 23
Pet Friendly
Lincoln City, OR
House
5Bedrooms
4Baths
12Guests
Average $314 per night includes all fees
$
314
/night (includes fees)
Sep 27 – Sep 29
Nehalem, OR
House
3Bedrooms
2Baths
8Guests
Aerial View
Average $433 per night includes all fees
$
433
/night (includes fees)
Sep 21 – Sep 23
Pet Friendly
Cannon Beach, OR
House
4Bedrooms
2Baths
8Guests
Average $124 per night includes all fees
$
124
/night (includes fees)
Sep 18 – Sep 19
Pet Friendly
Newport, OR
Motorcoach Site
0Bedroom
1Bath
6Guests
Average $288 per night includes all fees
$
288
/night (includes fees)
Sep 22 – Sep 24
Bend, OR
House
3Bedrooms
2Baths
8Guests
Kiera's Cabin Black Butte Ranch-Living room with stairs and woodstove
Average $314 per night includes all fees
$
314
/night (includes fees)
Sep 16 – Sep 18
Pet Friendly
Sisters, OR
House
3Bedrooms
2Baths
10Guests
Balcony Seating
Average $290 per night includes all fees
$
290
/night (includes fees)
Sep 20 – Sep 22
Rockaway Beach, OR
Condo
2Bedrooms
3.5Baths
8Guests
Exterior View
Average $220 per night includes all fees
$
220
/night (includes fees)
Sep 29 – Oct 01
Pet Friendly
Brightwood, OR
Cabin
1Bedroom
1Bath
2Guests
Modern retreat nestled among lush evergreens, featuring a spacious wraparound deck and floor-to-ceiling windows that invite natural light and forest views throughout.
This peaceful property features spacious outdoor areas with built-in seating and BBQ facilities, surrounded by natural forest landscape—ideal for outdoor gatherings and relaxation.
Picture yourself dining al fresco as the sky turns shades of pink and blue. Your private patio offers a gas grill for cooking, a spacious table for meals, and cozy seating surrounded by towering pines.