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Warm Up In Wilsonville

Winter in Wilsonville can be chilly despite the mild climate of the Pacific Northwest. There’s no better time to bundle up, stay inside and enjoy your favorite cold-weather comforts. Inspired by the Danish concept of hygge (pronounced hue-guh), this list was designed to bring you comfort, togetherness and warmth to power through winter’s long, dark nights.

Highlights:

  • Home goods and house plants
  • Freshly baked bread
  • Local craft brews
  • Axe throwing
  • Community and connection

3 Days

7 Stops

Dutch Bros. Coffee

There’s a reason the drive-thru line is typically wrapped around the parking lot at Dutch Bros. With a rotating roster of sweet espresso drinks, flavored energy drinks and frozen treats (yes, even in the winter!), you can satisfy your caffeine craving and your sweet tooth with just one stop.

McMenamins Old Church & Pub

Plan for a hearty lunch at McMenamins after a morning of exploring Wilsonville. Grab a winter ale to counter a warm plate of comfort food. For a chilly afternoon, the Brewmaster’s Sausage Plate with an Edgefield Hard Cider hits the spot. Go back later in the evening for the Bourbon Furnace, crafted with McMenamins spirits.

Cedar and Stone Mercantile (Sherwood)

Home goods and houseplants–need we say more? Treat yourself to a shopping excursion at Cedar & Stone Mercantile and admire the beauty all around. There are unique gifts, treasures and meaningful trinkets around every corner.

Couple eating and drinking beer at McMenamins
Bagels in a wooden basket next to glass mason jars

Wild Grains Glutenfree Bakery

Fresh bagels, bespoke sourdough bread and fresh pastries from scratch—nothing says ‘cozy winter’ like the smell of freshly baked bread. For a quick morning bite, make your way to Wild Grains Glutenfree Bakery on any day of your visit to Wilsonville–they’re open seven days a week.

Celtic Axe Throwing at Stickmen Brewing (Tualatin)

With three throwing lanes available for parties, gatherings and get togethers, Celtic Axe Throwers have teamed up with Stickmen Brewing in nearby Tualatin to up the ante for your next happy hour. Discover your new winter hangout with craft beer, wood-fired pizza and pub food in a family-friendly setting.

Ordnance Brewing

As soon as you walk into the taproom at Ordnance Brewing, one thing is clear–you’ve got lots of options. Located just a few miles from the original homestead of the brewery’s founders, this neighborhood taproom features dozens of brews and an approachable environment with light bar snacks on the menu. Ages 21+.

Wilsonville Community Center

Offering an abundance of drop-in activities, events and social services for all, the Wilsonville Community Center is a hub of connection and belonging for locals and visitors alike. Continuing education, seasonal events, sports leagues and more means there’s always something happening at the Community Center, no matter the season.

Man holding a beer tap at Ordnance Brewing

Trip Tips

It doesn’t often snow, but when it does, ensure you’re prepared for an impromptu snow day. Play it safe and stay the night (or two) in Wilsonville, just in case of inclement weather. Check the events calendar for seasonal fun like Clackamas County Winter Fair and Aurora Wine and Chocolate Walk to extend your trip!