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For more than three decades, Michael Allen Harrison’s Christmas At The Old Church has become one of Portland’s most cherished holiday traditions. Set within the intimate and historic setting of The Old Church Concert Hall, the concert series blends beautiful Christmas arrangements, inspiring guest artists, community talent, and heartfelt storytelling to create an unforgettable celebration of hope, joy, and togetherness.
For over 30 years, Michael Allen Harrison’s Christmas At The Old Church has captured the spirit of the season and become one of Portland’s most beloved holiday traditions. Held each December inside the historic and intimate setting of The Old Church Concert Hall, the annual concert series welcomes thousands of audience members seeking an experience that goes beyond entertainment and into connection, reflection, and celebration.
Known for Michael Allen Harrison’s innovative and emotional arrangements of holiday classics, the performances feature acclaimed guest artists, emerging young performers, gifted children from the community, and longtime collaborators, including celebrated vocalist Julianne Johnson. Together, they create an atmosphere that blends artistry, nostalgia, and inspiration.
More than a concert series, Christmas At The Old Church has become a gathering place—a shared holiday experience where music brings people together through hope, fellowship, and love. Year after year, audiences return to experience the warmth, intimacy, and emotional connection that have made these performances a defining part of the holiday season in the Pacific Northwest.