Ridgefield First Saturdays

11/25/2025

Santa’s Mailbox is now OPEN!

Placed just outside of Ridgefield City Hall (230 Pioneer Street), letters to Santa can be dropped off at any time! We kindly ask letters to be submitted by Sunday, December 14 in order to receive a response from Santa.

Please make sure to include a name and return address on your letter.

11/24/2025

We're less than 2 weeks away from our Hometown Celebration!

Join us for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at 4:30 PM on December 6 at Overlook Park. Enjoy a Killa Bites treat, watch Dance Fusion NW perform on the main stage, and gather around for some festive holiday caroling.

Bring the whole family for a day of fun in Ridgefield! Check out the line-up on our website to plan your day: RidgefieldWA.us/Hometown

11/21/2025

Santa Claus is coming to Ridgefield!

Sponsored by Ridgefield Mini Storage with the support of Ridgefield Young Life as Santa's elves, Visits with Santa is back at Old Liberty Theater on Saturday, December 6 from 10 AM - 2 PM.

Grab the family and bring your phone or camera to snap your own special moments with Santa. Whether it’s a cozy family photo, a cute candid shot, or a fun selfie with jolly ol’ Saint Nick!

Check out the schedule of events for more things to do after your visit with Santa: https://ridgefieldwa.us/356/December-First-Saturday

11/19/2025

The Celebration Station sponsored by iQ Credit Union is returning to the Ridgefield Administrative & Civic Center! Start your day off with crafts, activities and the Ridgefield Art Association Chickadee Bazaar!

Don't feel like making the walk around Ridgefield? Hop on the Holiday Hayride, sponsored by Columbia Credit Union, and hitch a ride to Union Ridge Elementary, Overlook Park, and the Ridgefield Waterfront!

Want to know what else is happening at the Hometown Celebration? Visit https://ridgefieldwa.us/356/December-First-Saturday

11/18/2025

Make a Difference Month presents the perfect opportunity to highlight our individual Make a Difference Award winner, Bill Baumann. It's community members like Mr. Baumann that help build the foundation of community service that Ridgefield is proudly known for. Nominations for the 2026 Make a Difference Award will open in January 2026.

Looking for more ways to make a difference in our community? Check out bit.ly/RIDGEFIELDCARES

11/17/2025

Join us at our Hometown Celebration on December 6 for a festive day filled with music and community spirit! Enjoy a lineup of talented local performers taking the main stage throughout the day at Overlook Park.

Bring your family, meet up with friends, and celebrate the amazing talent that makes Ridgefield proud!

For more information on the Hometown Celebration, visit https://ridgefieldwa.us/356/December-First-Saturday

11/17/2025

Make a Difference Month presents an opportunity for us to come together to support local organizations that directly benefit our community. In addition to our food drive, Copper Bell Bookshop is partnering with the Ridgefield Family Resource Center for a holiday book drive!

We’re so excited to be partnering with the Ridgefield Family Resource Center for a holiday book drive!📖❄️ Purchase a book from Copper Bell Bookshop to donate this holiday season!

11/13/2025

We are still accepting applications for the Circle of Trees Decorating Contest! Apply now at https://lf.ridgefieldwa.us/Forms/Tree-Decorating-2025

We are now accepting applications for the Circle of Trees Decorating Contest! Ridgefield businesses and organizations are invited to participate. Limited trees are available. Make sure to read the application details before applying. Application Link: https://lf.ridgefieldwa.us/Forms/Tree-Decorating-2025

11/13/2025

Happy World Kindness Day!

You can celebrate World Kindness Day by performing random acts of kindness, such as holding the door for someone, giving a genuine compliment, or paying for the coffee of the person behind you. You can also participate by showing appreciation for the kindness of others, donating to charity, volunteering your time, or spreading positivity online through uplifting messages and stories.

Share a thoughtful gesture and inspire others to do the same!

11/07/2025

YMCA of Columbia-Willamette is returning to our Hometown Celebration on Saturday, December 6 for Breakfast with Santa!

Join the YMCA for breakfast catered by Burgerville and get your pictures taken with Santa from 9 AM - 11 AM on December 6 at the Ridgefield Administrative & Civic Center Commons. Registration is only $5 per person, and all proceeds support YMCA’s Afterschool Youth Enrichment Programs. We also encourage you to bring a new, unwrapped toy for the Angel Tree, or choose a tag to provide a specific gift for a child in need.

Spaces fill up quickly! Be sure to register now: https://ridgefieldwa.us/356/December-First-Saturday

11/06/2025

The Hometown Celebration is only a month away!

The Holiday Food & Gift Vendor Marketplace is the perfect place to shop for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, enjoy delicious treats, and support local businesses and nonprofits making a difference. With over 60 vendors in the heart of downtown, we’re sure you’ll find something for everyone.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable holiday event – it’s the perfect way to kick off the season!

For more information on The Hometown Celebration, visit https://ridgefieldwa.us/356/December-First-Saturday

If you’re interested in being a vendor at the market, visit https://ridgefieldwa.us/307/First-Saturdays-Vendor