Dufur Hometown Christmas Returns Dec. 14

Dec 6

Written By Columbia Community Connection

From Blach Hotel:

By Courtney Christenson

Dufur, Oregon, December 3, 2024 – Escape the holiday crowds and experience the warmth and charm of small-town Oregon at Dufur Hometown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. Nestled in the foothills of Mt. Hood on the eastern edge of the Columbia Gorge, Dufur offers a festive day filled with creativity, community, and celebration.

This cherished annual tradition transforms the town into a holiday retreat where visitors can browse locally-made gifts, enjoy live music, take part in hands-on workshops, and savor festive food and wine. From cookie decorating and visits with Santa for families to wine tastings and unique crafting workshops for adults, Dufur Hometown Christmas has a little something for everyone.

As evening falls, the magic continues with Dufur’s famous Lighted Tractor Parade, where farm vehicles and vintage cars, adorned with twinkling lights and imaginative displays, roll through Main Street in a spirited competition. The night is capped with cozy dinners, including a locally sourced menu at Bistro 1907 inside the historic Balch Hotel, or a traditional roast beef dinner at Dufur Market, both accompanied by live music.

Whether you’re coming to shop, dine, create, or simply soak in the holiday atmosphere, Dufur Hometown Christmas is a celebration of the season’s best traditions. Organized by local volunteers with the support of community businesses and charities, the event embodies the unique charm of Dufur—a town known for its welcoming motto, "What can we Dufur you?"

Plan your visit

Dufur Hometown Christmas is free to attend. Workshops and dining experiences may be ticketed or require reservations or advance purchase—see webpage for details. Come for the day or make it a weekend getaway with a cozy stay at the historic Balch Hotel. For more information, visit dufur.org/christmas or balchhotel.com/christmas.

Full Schedule of Events:

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Craft bazaar at the Catholic Hall
11 a.m. – 1p.m.: Santa & holiday treats at We3 Coffee & Deli
1 – 6 p.m.: Festive food & drink specials at Bistro 1907 in the Balch Hotel
1 – 4 p.m.: Live nativity scene presented by Dufur Christian Church at the Dufur Living History Museum
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.: Wreath-making workshop with the Gorge Flower Forager at the Balch
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.: Express spa treatments with Spa Sanctuary at the Balch
2 - 4 p.m.: Santa & holiday treats at Dufur Market
2 p.m. into the evening: Wine tasting at the ShadowBuck Tasting Room in Dufur Market
2 – 6 p.m.: Wine tasting with guest winemaker Syncline Winery at the Balch Hotel
2:30 – 4 p.m.: Cookie decorating at Dufur School with the Ranger Pride Foundation
3:30 – 5:30.p.m.: Custom jewelry workshop with designer Tiffany Anne at the Balch
4 – 7 p.m.: Live music with Victor Johnson & Kerry Williams at the Balch (holiday classics, bluegrass, Americana)
After sundown ~ approx 5 p.m.: Main Street Lighted Tractor Parade
Following parade: Roast beef dinner & live music at Dufur Market
6 - 8 p.m.: Dinner service at Bistro 1907 at the Balch