Hop on over to Gresham Station on March 23, 2024 to meet the Easter Bunny and snap a keepsake photo!

Gresham Station Shopping Center will be hosting a FREE, family-friendly Easter event on Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 4-8pm. Join us to take a free photo with the Easter Bunny, enjoy an interactive meet n’ greet with reptiles, and snuggle with baby goats. As a gesture of goodwill, we encourage guests to bring a canned good to donate to the SnowCap Community Charities “Fill A Bag” campaign.

4:00-8:00pm Reptile Meet N’ Greet:
Join The Oregon Reptile Man to learn all about reptiles with live animal demonstrations with a giant tortoise, an alligator, an 8′ python, and more!

4:00-8:00pm Visit with Baby Goats:
Visit and snuggle with baby goats from Portland Goat Parties. Spending some time with these sweet little babies will melt away your stress and take your mind off of all the craziness of day to day life!

This event is by registration only. Please register for a time slot below or click here to be redirected to the ticket page.

FAQ:

Santa is coming to town and bringing his reindeer for their annual holiday visit to Gresham Station Shopping Center! We’ll be hosting complimentary photos with Santa on December 4, 11, 16, and 17 by reservation only. The free Reindeer Meet & Greet event will be on December 16 and 17 from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm in the fenced area at 1064 Norman Ave., giving you an opportunity to take photos, ask questions, and have some fun! No registration is necessary to see the reindeer. Visitors are welcome to complimentary hot cider or hot cocoa, selfie stations, crafts, letters to Santa, and so much more!

Photos with Santa are by registration only. Please register for your preferred day and time slot by clicking on the Event Registration button below or click here to be redirected to the ticket page. Only one reservation is required per group.

Three days after your event, a high-resolution, digital download of your image will be available to download from the photographer’s website free of charge. By accessing your photos via the photographer’s website, your images will be delivered to you at the highest quality. Additionally, you have the option to order and pay for photo prints directly, if desired—but as always, the digital download is free.

In the spirit of giving, we ask that you bring a canned food item to donate to SnowCap Community Charities’ “Fill A Bag” campaign. Fill-A-Bag is the largest annual food drive to benefit SnowCap Community Charities. Kicking off on in early November and spearheaded by Riverview Community Bank and Gresham Ford, individuals and local businesses in our community join forces to undertake this outstanding effort for the needy in East Multnomah County. Click here to read more about SnowCap’s “Fill A Bag” and see their most needed items.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Due to this year’s cold and flu season, we have incorporated safety protocols into the operation of the event – but our goal is still to provide your family with a wonderful experience!

Q: Are there any limitations to our in-person experience?
A: Children cannot by held by Santa. Parents should be prepared to hold babies and young children (in general, this would include 2 years and younger) who can’t sit by themselves, while photo is being taken. Santa and photographers will not be able to assist with holding and positioning your child. If your child needs something in their hands, please bring it with you and have it be something you won’t mind having in a photo. Parents, we ask that you please have this discussion with your children prior to arrival so that everyone knows exactly what to expect.

Q: Is my family required to wear a mask?
A: No, masks are not required at this time.

Q: How will the photos look?
A: We will be using a set similar to last year, feel free to look at the photos from previous years on our Facebook page.

Q: When will my photos be ready?
A: Photos will be ready 2-3 days from the date of your event. A digital download of your photo will be available to download from the photographer’s website free of charge.

Q: Where is Santa located at Gresham Station Shopping Center?
A: Santa will be located at 1064 Norman Ave, Gresham, OR 97030.

Q: Why are visits with Santa by appointment only?
A: Appointments are truly the best way to offer a stress-free experience for all visitors. In addition, appointments also decrease the amount of time your family will spend waiting in line.

Q: What do I do when I arrive for my appointment?
A: Check in at the front door, proceed to the photo area and wait in line. The host will ensure your family gets through the line and gets a photo with Santa and then you can explore our other activities and offerings.

Q: Can I just show up and wait in line to see Santa?
A: No. Reservations must be made in advance through the online booking system. We expect this to be a popular event and reservation booking will be based on availability.

Q: What if my child gets sick?
A: PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR CHILD OR ANY FAMILY MEMBER THAT IS SHOWING SYMPTOMS OF ILLNESS OF ANY KIND. If your child or any member of your party is sick or has been exposed to COVID-19, please reschedule your appointment. If all appointments are sold out, there may not be an opportunity to reschedule sick children.

Q: Can pets visit Santa?
A: Unfortunately, pets are not allowed to visit with Santa this year.

Q: Are there restrooms at the photo area?
A: Restrooms will not be available to the public during visits with Santa.

Q: Can we use our personal camera or video recorder when we visit Santa?
A: You are welcome to take pictures with your cell phone and personal photo/video devices.

Q: How do I reschedule/cancel my appointment?
A: You can reschedule/cancel your appointment via our online booking on Eventbrite. Please reach out to our team at marketing@schnitzerproperties.com for assistance/special accommodations.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We are doing everything we can to make your Santa photo experience magical and safe.

1. Click the link to access the photographer photo gallery.
2. Enter your email address (this will be kept private and never shared).
3. In the bottom right corner, click the link ‘view gallery’ or scroll down.
4. Click on the image you want to download.
5. Click the download button that looks like a ‘down’ arrow in the top right corner.
6. Select where you would like to save the photo.

1. Click the link to access the photographer photo gallery.
2. Enter your email address (this will be kept private and never shared).
3. Click ‘view gallery’ or swipe down.
4. Click on the image you want to download.
5. Click on the ‘down’ arrow in the top right corner.
6. Select where you would like to save the photo.
7. A new window with the photo will open. Press and hold the photo to see the option to save.

Photos will be uploaded on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.

Santa is coming to town and bringing his reindeer for their annual holiday visit to Gresham Station Shopping Center! We’ll be hosting complimentary photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus on December 5, 12, 17, and 18 by reservation only. The free Reindeer Meet & Greet event will be on December 17 and 18 from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm in the fenced area at 1064 Norman Ave., giving you an opportunity to take photos, ask questions, and have some fun! No registration is necessary to see the reindeer. Visitors are welcome to complimentary hot cider or hot cocoa, selfie stations, crafts, letters to Santa, and so much more!

We ask that you bring a canned food item to donate to SnowCap Community Charities’ “Fill A Bag” campaign. Fill-A-Bag is the largest annual food drive to benefit SnowCap Community Charities. Kicking off on in early November and spearheaded by Riverview Community Bank and Gresham Ford, individuals and local businesses in our community join forces to undertake this outstanding effort for the needy in East Multnomah County. Click here to read more about SnowCap’s “Fill A Bag” and see their most needed items.

For the safety of our community and staff, we will continue to practice social distancing at this year’s event. Santa is committed to spreading cheer, not germs, so the beloved tradition of sitting on Santa’s knee will be put on hold this year. With a few photography tricks and creative alternatives, our professional photographer can still capture special memories chatting with Santa. Masks are not required this year, but are recommended. Please arrive at the event space 5 minutes before your appointment start time.

Your family photo will be available to download on the Gresham Station Facebook page a few days after your visit.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Due to Covid, there have been several changes to the way this event operates to incorporate safety protocols – but our goal is still to provide your family with a wonderful experience!

Q: What exactly is a contact-free in person experience?
A: Children will have no physical contact with Santa. Santa will still be in the photos and will still be able to chat with the children and hear their wishes, but there will be no physical contact. This includes sitting on Santa’s lap, hugging Santa, etc. Parents should be prepared to hold babies and young children (in general, this would include 2 years and younger) who can’t sit by themselves, while photo is being taken. Santa and photographers will not be able to assist with holding and positioning your child due to social distancing. If your child needs something in their hands, please bring it with you and have it be something you won’t mind having in a photo. Parents, we ask that you please have this discussion with your children prior to arrival so that everyone knows exactly what to expect.

Q: Is my family required to wear a mask?
A: No, masks are not required at this time, however this could change with local regulations. We recommend wearing a mask for your own safety and the safety of others.

Q: How will the photos look?
A: We will be using a set similar to last year, feel free to look at the photos from 2021 on our Facebook page.

Q: Where is Santa located at Gresham Station Shopping Center?
A: Santa will be located in the same suite as the Halloween festivities at 1064 Norman Ave, Gresham, OR 97030.

Q: Why are visits with Santa by appointment only?
A: Appointments are truly the best way to offer a stress-free experience for all visitors. In addition, this year appointments will help us keep families socially distanced and our guests and staff safe during the experience. Appointments also decrease the amount of time your family will spend waiting in line.

Q: What do I do when I arrive for my appointment?
A: Proceed to the photo area and wait in line. The host will ensure your family gets through the line and gets a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and then you can explore our other activities and offerings.

Q: Can I just show up and wait in line to see Santa?
A: No. Reservations must be made in advance through the online booking system. We expect this to be a popular event and reservation booking will be based on availability.

Q: What if my child gets sick?
A: PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR CHILD OR ANY FAMILY MEMBER THAT IS SHOWING SYMPTOMS OF ILLNESS OF ANY KIND. If your child or any member of your party is sick or has been exposed to COVID-19, please reschedule your appointment. If all appointments are sold out, there may not be an opportunity to reschedule sick children.

Q: Can pets visit Santa?
A: Unfortunately, pets are not allowed to visit with Santa this year.

Q: Are there restrooms at the photo area?
A: Restrooms will not be available to the public during visits with Santa.

Q: Can we use our personal camera or video recorder when we visit Santa?
A: You are welcome to take pictures with your cell phone and personal photo/video devices.

Q: How do I reschedule/cancel my appointment?
A: At this time, this feature is unavailable. Please only book a time slot that you will be able to attend or reach out to our team at marketing@schnitzerproperties.com for assistance/special accommodations.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Santa and his elves are doing everything they can to make your Santa photo experience magical and safe.

Come celebrate Halloween and join us for a free family-friendly event hosted by Schnitzer Properties at Gresham Station Shopping Center on Saturday, October 28 from 11am-2pm. Events include trick or treating at select retailers throughout the center, a meet & greet with your favorite llamas*, crafts, photo ops, and more!

*Llamas will be present from 12:00pm-1:30pm.

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Pet Costume Contest

Visit Pet Supplies Plus at 1152 NW Civic Dr with your costumed furry friend between 11am-2pm to participate in their pet costume contest! Have your pet’s picture taken in costume and post to Instagram with the hashtag #PSPGreshamHalloween23 to have a chance to win a $50 gift card. Visit their store for more details.

Santa is back from the North Pole just in time to visit Gresham Station! Join us as we offer contact-free visits and professional photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. As a gesture of goodwill, we ask that guests bring a canned good to donate to the SnowCap Community Charities “Fill A Bag” campaign in order to participate in this event. This family-friendly, free event will be held on the following days:

• Monday, December 6, 3:00-8:00 pm
• Monday, December 13, 3:00-8:00 pm
• Friday, December 17, 2:00-6:00 pm
• Monday, December 20, 3:00-8:00 pm

Advance online reservations are required. With a few photography tricks and creative alternatives, this timeless holiday event will continue to capture special memories to be treasured for years to come.

Santa is bringing his reindeer for their annual holiday visit to Gresham Station Shopping Center on Friday, December 17! We’ll be hosting the free Reindeer Meet & Greet event from 2:00 pm – 6:00 in the fenced area across from the former Bed Bath & Beyond at 719 NW 12th St giving guests an opportunity to take photos, ask questions, and have some fun!

Don’t forget to bring a canned food item to donate to SnowCap Community Charities’ “Fill A Bag” campaign. Fill A Bag is the largest annual food drive to benefit SnowCap Community Charities. Click here to read more about SnowCap’s “Fill A Bag” and see their most needed items.

For Photos From this event, please click here:

• Monday, December 6
• Monday, December 13
• Friday, December 17
• Monday, December 20