What weâre about
đ Welcome to the Gen-X Singles Holiday Events Crew!
Tired of watching everyone else have fun while you debate whether to go out or stay home in your comfiest socks? Great. Youâve found your people.
This group is for Gen-X singles (1965â1980 babies!) who want a fun, no-pressure way to enjoy holiday happeningsâeverything from tree lightings to cocktails to goofy seasonal outingsâwithout having to plan it all alone.
And the best part? Everyone here is an organizer. Yep⌠adult freedom at its finest.
đ How We Roll
âď¸ Anyone can post events!
Saw something festive or fun? Add it! Markets, lights, concerts, cocoa crawlsâdo your thing.
âď¸ âNo-Hostâ events welcomed
You donât need to lead anything or be in charge. Just post the details and show up if you feel like it.
âď¸ Event Chat = Our coordination headquarters
Want to share your ETA? Ask what everyoneâs wearing? Coordinate meeting spots?
Boomâevent chat.
âď¸ Low pressure, high fun
Come when you want. Skip when you want. No explanations needed.
đ Who Weâre For
Gen-X singles looking to meet new friends
People who want to do fun holiday stuff with other humans
Anyone who enjoys a good laugh, good vibes, and good company
Those who remember life before smartphones â and miss it just a tiny bit
đ What to Expect
A smorgasbord of member-posted outings like:
⨠Holiday light walks
⨠Markets & craft fairs
⨠Coffee meetups & cozy cocktails
⨠Music, shows, trivia nights
⨠Volunteer events
⨠Goofy holiday adventures weâll pretend werenât our idea
And of course, anything fun you add to the calendar.
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Group Vibe
Friendly. Inclusive. No drama.
Show up as you areâholiday sweater optional, but highly encouraged.
đ Ready to Add Some Sparkle to the Season?
Join in, post an outing, jump into a chat, or just roll into an event and say hi.
Weâre here to make the holidays more social, more fun, and a lot more Gen-X.
Upcoming events
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No-Host SantaCon Meetup (Portland)
Location not specified yetGet ready to suit up in your festive bestâit's time for Portland SantaCon! This is a no-host, casual Meetup gathering for anyone who wants to join fellow Santas and holiday characters for a fun, spirited day in downtown Portland.
This Meetup is not an official SantaCon organizer. Weâre simply a group attending the citywide event together. All event details, route information, participating venues, and official updates can be found directly at:
đ https://www.portlandsantacon.com/
### How Our Meetup Works
- This is a no-host event. There is no group tab, no tickets, and no paid organizer.
- Attendees are responsible for their own transportation, food, drinks, and purchases.
- We use the Meetup event chat to coordinate in real time:
- Meetup location & time
- Live updates
- Whoâs where
- Meet-up points along the SantaCon route
Be sure to turn on notifications so you donât miss updates!
### What to Expect
- Thousands of Santas, elves, reindeer, and festive characters
- Bar stops, dancing, music, and holiday chaos
- A lively, social atmosphere with lots of walking and exploring
- Freedom to join for as long or as little as youâd like
### Tips for a Great Experience
- Wear a Santa suit (or any holiday costume!)
- Bring ID if you plan to enter bars
- Dress warmly & comfortablyâthis is Portland in winter
- Stay hydrated (both festively and responsibly)
- Make sure your phone is charged for chat coordination
### Important Notes
- This is not an officially guided group route. We will follow the general SantaCon flow, but movement is flexible.
- Everyone attends at their own discretion and is responsible for their own safety and belongings.
- Please respect the city, businesses, and other attendeesâSanta is watching. đ
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