Name: Sensory-Friendly Fort Vancouver Nutcracker presented by Columbia Dance
Start: 2026-12-18
End: 2026-12-18

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA, with critically acclaimed Music Director and Conductor Salvador Brotons, is Southwest Washington’s very own symphony. Musical performances run September through May — as well as during special events such as the [Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/event/vancouver-usa-arts-and-music-festival/27154/) in midsummer.

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra

Tire out the kids at the largest indoor Jungle Playland in the Northwest, complete with six slides, a giant ball room, suspension bridge, roller tube, ball swings, roller squeezes, tree house, and more. Check out the Ballocity arena and interactive game floor.

Kids Club Fun & Fitness

Pine Crest Golf Course is a beautiful, long par 3 that will challenge the experienced golfer, but is perfect for the beginner to learn the game. Pine Crest has been family owned for over 40 years with careful attention to providing the golfers of Clark County an affordable round of golf on a beautifully maintained course.

Pine Crest Golf Course

This property is owned by the H.B. Fuller Company, and was developed using a grant from the Seattle Mariners. The site features a variety of sports fields including three baseball fields and two soccer fields.

H.B. Fuller Company Park

Salmon Creek Indoor Sports Arena is a family-owned company located in SW Washington. This indoor sports arena offers adult and youth leagues, open play, youth developmental programs, special events such as tournaments and camps, and arena rentals.

Salmon Creek Indoor Sports Arena

Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, Ei8ht Noodles is a remodeled, family-friendly space that welcomes diners into a modern and comfortable environment. Choose from a light selection of Thai favorites that include both mean and vegetarian dishes.

Ei8ht Noodles

Cougar Creek Trail is a 6-foot-wide crushed gravel pathway that parallels the creek and connects NW 119 Street with the Salmon Creek Trail. Cougar Creek is the first major tributary upstream from the mouth of Salmon Creek and is the main watershed for the urbanized Hazel Dell area of Clark County.

Cougar Creek Trail

Much More Than a Play Place! At Play Street Museum, we take fun and learning to a whole new level! Whether your little one is joining us for our daily play sessions or you're seeking the ideal spot for an unforgettable birthday party with family and friends, our interactive exhibits are brimming with opportunities for education, play, and immersive entertainment. Fuel your child's imagination as they explore our diverse range of exhibits, each offering its own unique collection of items and scenarios. You'll want to return time and again to delve into our ever-changing Discovery Rug exhibit and engage in our Monthly Featured Activities, thoughtfully designed to align with your child's interests and spark their curiosity. Join us and let your child thrive in an environment that seamlessly blends learning and fun.

Play Street Museum Vancouver

Quality meats smoked fresh daily over Pacific Northwest Oak logs. Homemade sides and desserts, ice-cold local beers, and sports. Stop by for dine-in, take-out, or skip the line and order online!

Creekside BBQ

Bakery and cafe chain with roots in Taiwan, offering coffee & tea plus international desserts & breads.

85°C Bakery Cafe-Portland

Crispy Cones (From Shark Tank) now at Salmon Creek's Skyview Station

Crispy Cones

The Salmon Creek Sports Association Complex is home of the Vancouver Girls’ Softball Association. VGSA has been serving the youth of SW Washington since 1963. Since its inception, VGSA has been dedicated to providing a place for young women to develop self-confidence and a sense of team effort through the game of fast pitch softball. This sports complex features four softball fields.

Salmon Creek Sports Association Complex

Vancouver WA provides the perfect blend of [outdoor adventure](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/ "outdoor recreation"), [urban activities](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/trip-planning/neighborhoods/downtown/ "Downtown Vancouver WA"), and [accessibility](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/trip-planning/community-profile/accessible-travel-vancouver/ "Accessible Travel"). Conveniently located between the picturesque Cascade Mountains and the mighty Columbia River, Vancouver is a sports lover's playground.

Whether it’s indoor or outdoor sports, Vancouver WA has the advantage! Your athletes will compete with pride at our amazing natural [venues](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/sports/venues/ "Sports Venues") and diverse sporting facilities. Vancouver offers boundless options for teams of all sports and sizes, which is why past events run the gauntlet from the NAIA Cross Country National Championships at [Fort Vancouver National Historic Site](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/historic-sites-and-museums/fort-vancouver/ "Fort Vancouver") and the Lucas Oil National Motocross Series at [Washougal MX Park](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/listing/washougal-motocross-park/2139/ "Washougal Motocross Park") to the US Rowing Northwest Junior District Championships at [Vancouver Lake](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/vancouver-lake-park/ "Vancouver Lake").

We also work with local sports leagues to grow their programming, raise awareness for events, and assist with securing venues and hotel rooms. Some of our many sports partners include Columbia Premier, Ridgefield Raptors, HoopSource Basketball and the Vancouver Lake Rowing Club.

Visit Vancouver Washington

Columbia Dance presents a sensory-friendly performance of its original Fort Vancouver Nutcracker on Friday, December 18, at Skyview Concert Hall in Vancouver, Washington.  
Designed for audiences who benefit from a more relaxed theater environment, this is a “no-shush” performance featuring lower music volume, modified lighting, house lights remaining on, and relaxed audience expectations. Audience members are welcome to move around, make noise, leave the theater, and return as needed.  
The Fort Vancouver Nutcracker is a large-scale community production featuring more than 100 student dancers and guest artists. Set in 1840s Fort Vancouver, it combines classical ballet with the history and imagination of the Pacific Northwest.  
Columbia Dance is a nonprofit arts organization founded in 1989, with a mission to enrich lives in the community through dance and create opportunities for more people to experience live performance.  
December 18–20, 2026  
Skyview Concert Hall | Vancouver, Washington  
Performances:  
December 18th 6pm \*Sensory-friendly\*  
December 19th 1pm and 5pm  
December 20th 1pm and 5pm  
  
Tickets go on sale October 15th and performance information: https://columbiadance.org/vancouver-nutcracker/  
Adult $29, Senior/Youth $24  
We’re thrilled to offer a holiday performance for families and individuals who may not feel comfortable attending a traditional theater production.

Sensory-Friendly Fort Vancouver Nutcracker presented by Columbia Dance

Experience the thrill of competitive tennis at USTA PNW NTRP Sectional Championships, from November 6-8, 2026, in the vibrant city of Vancouver, WA! Set against the backdrop of the stunning Pacific Northwest, this prestigious event invites tennis enthusiasts and players to showcase their skills in a spirited showdown. Hosted by the renowned USTA-PNW, this championship promises exhilarating matches, camaraderie, and an unforgettable atmosphere for players and spectators alike.

Whether you're aiming for victory or cheering from the sidelines, this is your chance to be part of something extraordinary. Don’t miss your opportunity to compete or witness top-tier tennis talent in action. Registration is now open, so secure your spot today and prepare for an unforgettable weekend of sport, community, and passion at 5300 E 18th St. Join us for an event where athletic excellence meets the scenic beauty of the Pacific Northwest!

USTA PNW NTRP Sectional Championships

Established in 1904, the USTA Pacific Northwest is one of 17 sections of the United States Tennis Association, the governing body of tennis. Based in Beaverton, Oregon, the USTA PNW is a 501c3 charitable nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote and develop the growth of tennis in the Pacific Northwest.  Operating in Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and northern Idaho USTA PNW over 25,000 individual adult and junior members and over 200 organization members and providers, such as tennis facilities and community tennis associations, who also help us to promote the sport. 

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