Silverton Christmas Market 2026: Lights in the Garden

The Silverton Christmas Market is less a traditional market and more an immersive light experience built into the grounds of the Oregon Garden Resort. With 1.5 million lights lining a one-way walking path, a German-inspired vendor market, a Krampus display, and a snowless tubing hill, this Willamette Valley event has grown from a modest garden light show into the largest German Christmas Market in Oregon.

Silverton Christmas Market 2026

Dates

Status: Confirmed
Silverton dates: 20th November to 31st December 2026
Last checked: July 2026

Update: Dates were announced in January. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified of changes.

Source: Verified by Ultimate Christmas Markets via Silverton.

Plan Your Visit

Location and Times

Location: Oregon Garden Resort, 895 West Main Street.
Opening times: 5pm to 9pm.
24th and 25th November: Closed.
Thanksgiving: Closed.
1st and 2nd December: Closed.
8th and 9th December: Closed.
Christmas Eve: Closed.
Christmas Day: Closed.

Travel and Accommodation

Free parking and shuttle bus:
Downtown Silverton, 1st @ Lewis Bus Stop.
Robert Frost Elementary, 201 Westfield Street.
Silverton High School, 1456 Pine Street (Kromminga Drive at the parking lot).
Shuttle times: Regularly from 4:45pm.
Last shuttle: From the Resort at 9pm.
Parking: VIP parking at the event is $20 and must be booked in advance. Book parking tickets here.
General parking: $12 and includes the free shuttle bus.
Where to stay: Rooms are available at Oregon Garden Resort, the location of the event. Alternatives are listed below.

Amenities and Attractions

Admission: Tickets must be purchased online in advance. No tickets at the door. Book here in advance.
Payment: Please note, this is a cashless event.
Christmas lights: Access to the lights is included in the admission price.
Santa: Yes, until 23rd December.
Ice skating: No.
Snowless tubing: Yes.
Reason to visit: Snowless tubing, Biergarten, carolers, music, Santa and the mountain view location.

Dietary Options

Vegetarian: Plenty of options.
Vegan: Some options.
Gluten-free: Limited. Ask individual vendors, but beware of cross-contamination.
Food specialities: German sausages, soft pretzels, schnitzel sandwiches, plus alcoholic (hot cocoa with a shot, craft beer, and gluhwein) and non-alcoholic drinks.

Accessibility

Accessible: Yes. Pathways have course gravel but are suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.
Shuttle buses: An ADA-accessible shuttle is available. Text for more info: 503-749-7940.
Pet-friendly: Yes. Dogs are allowed on a lead. However, they are not allowed on the shuttle buses.

Convenient Hotels

Silverton is a small city east of Salem, Oregon, popular as a gateway to Silver Falls State Park. If you’re visiting for the market, staying locally means you can walk back to your room after the event without dealing with parking or shuttles.

I suggest staying at the Oregon Garden Resort, unless it’s fully booked; in that case, I recommend the Silverton Inn in the city centre.

In Salem

If you’re visiting the region more broadly, you’d be better off staying in Salem, where you’ll have access to a broader range of restaurants and attractions. Home2 Suites is an affordable option in Salem.

Visitor Feedback

What Visitors Loved

• The light displays are consistently praised as spectacular, with many visitors saying they’re among the best they’ve seen in Oregon. The one-way path keeps foot traffic flowing smoothly.
• Fire pits dotted throughout the grounds are a favourite, giving visitors a place to warm up and linger on cold evenings.
• Staying overnight at the Oregon Garden Resort is highly recommended by repeat visitors.
• The Krampus display is a fun and unexpected touch.

Common Complaints

• Prices have increased noticeably since the event moved from the Oregon Garden to the Resort grounds. Between admission, parking, and food, costs can add up quickly for families.
• Weekend evenings draw large crowds, and food lines can stretch to 20 minutes or more during peak times. Weeknight visits are noticeably quieter.
• The vendor market, while growing each year, is still relatively small.

The Bottom Line

This event is best approached as an immersive light experience with German market elements rather than a traditional holiday market. Visit on a weeknight to avoid the biggest crowds, and, if the budget allows, book an overnight stay at the Resort for the most relaxed experience.

Event Location

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What to Expect

Silverton is located near the Cascade Mountains, about an hour’s drive from Portland. The event runs along a one-way walking path lined with over 1.5 million lights, with themed sections including storybook displays, a candy cane tunnel, and a Krampus corner (with warning signs posted for younger visitors).

The German-inspired holiday market sells handcrafted gifts, imported German nutcrackers, Räuchermännchen (traditional wooden smoker figurines), and ornaments. Pick up a collectible market mug while you’re there.

Market Stalls

• Pacific Northwest Smoked Salmon: A regional specialty worth trying. Oregon’s smoked salmon reflects the state’s seafood heritage and makes a great gift or snack with crackers.
• Oregon Hazelnuts and Artisan Chocolate: Oregon produces 99% of the US hazelnut crop, and local chocolatiers use them generously. Look for chocolate-hazelnut bark and truffles made with Oregon berries.
• Glühwein and Whiskey Cocoa: The market serves traditional glühwein alongside a popular spiked hot cocoa. Both come in collectible mugs.
• Oregon Cheeses: The Willamette Valley is home to several artisan creameries. Look for aged cheddars and flavoured cheese curds at the market stalls.
• Craft Beer: Oregon’s craft brewery scene is one of the best in the US, and the Biergarten pours seasonal brews from local breweries alongside live music.
• Lebkuchen: Traditional German gingerbread hearts (Lebkuchenherzen).