| Calendar of Events |
Submit an Event |
Long Beach Peninsula |
| Ocean Park |
| Jun 16-Jun 17 | Northwest Garlic Festival www.opwa.com | 888-751-9354 |
| Jul 04 | Old Fashioned 4th of July Parade - A family fun event. All are welcome to bring their own floats and join in; children are welcome to ride their bicycles in the parade. www.opwa.com | 888-751-9354 |
| Jul 07 | Peninsula Arts Association Starving Artists Sale - Free Admission. Best bargains in town. This is the time of year when members clear out their art studios. Art, art supplies, frames, paper, canvas, books and more at rock-bottom prices. www.beachartist.org | 360-665-6041 |
| Aug 19 | Jazz and Oysters - Live jazz event. Delectable food, including grilled oysters, desserts and more from peninsula restaurants. No pets or outside food or beverages. $15 all day ticket or buy a three-day pass for Blues & Seafood in Ilwaco and Jazz & Oysters for $40. www.jazzandoysters.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Sep 08-Sep 09 | Rod Run to the End of the World - Annual classic car show features thousands of automobiles, from Model As to the muscle cars of the 60s and 70s. Main events are held at Wilson Field in Ocean Park, but the cars will be seen all over the peninsula. www.beachbarons.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Long Beach |
| May 04-Sep 28 | Columbia-Pacific Farmers Market - The market is dedicated to supporting local working food producers. Produce, plants, eggs, locally made goods & packaged foods are available. Fridays, 3-6pm. www.longbeachwa.gov/farmersmarket/ | 360-642-4421 |
| May 19 | Annual Surf Perch Derby - Long Beach, Washington's 11th annual Surf Perch Derby!Start with the world famous Kiwanis breakfast,meals for non-fisherpeople are available.Both individuals and three-man teams can join the fun. webmaster@surfperchderby.com | (360) 642-8322 |
| May 25-May 28 | World's Longest Garage Sale - 28-miles of garage sales! Grab a copy of the local paper or just follow the signs. There are so many sales, you can practically walk from one to the next up and down the Peninsula | |
| May 26-Sep 03 | SummerFest - Free family friendly entertainment and activities every weekend. Music in the gazebo, face painting, horse and wagon rides, balloon artistry, art in the park, make & take crafts, and more. Noon–5 pm www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Jun 15-Jun 16 | Doggie Olympic Games - Fun for dogs of all ages, sizes, shapes and abilities. Let your pup compete in ‘Dunking for Dogs,’ ‘Peanut Butter Lick,’ Shedding Contest and more. www.doggieolympicgames.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Jun 16-Jun 17 | 30th Annual Northwest Garlic Festival - In the land of clams, crab and oysters what are folks looking forward to in June? Garlic, and plenty of it!Celebrate the passion for this exalted bulb with the faithful throngs who make their annual pilgrimage to the NW Garlic Festival | 888-751-9354 |
| Jul 04 | Independence Day Fireworks on the Beach - Fireworks explode over the ocean in front of the Long Beach boardwalk. With thousands of vacationers enjoying personal fireworks along 28-miles of public beach, the displays go on for hours before and after the official show at dusk. www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Jul 25-Jul 29 | Sandsations and City Sandsations - Professional sand sculptors build in downtown Long Beach for 3 days, followed by the traditional contest on the beach on Saturday. Free lessons Friday and Saturday. Free hot dogs and Sand Flea Pet Parade Saturday. www.sandsationslongbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Jul 27-Jul 29 | 67th Annual NPRA Sanctioned Rodeo - Events include: Bareback riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Barrel Racing, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Stick Horse Race. Enjoy the Drill Team, Cowboy Breakfast, Vendors & Concessions. www.peninsulasaddleclub.com/rodeo.html | 800-451-2542 |
| Aug 03-Aug 04 | Jake the Alligator Man's Bachelor and Birthday Parties - Family fun featuring games, cake & party hats & children’s entertainment, along with a Rat Rod car show during the day. Grown-up entertainment with sideshow performers, burlesque dancers & live music in the evening. www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Aug 20-Aug 26 | Annual Washington State International Kite Festival - Voted ‘Best Kite Festival in the World’ by Kite Trade Assoc. Int’l. The week includes competitions by professional and amateur kite flyers, choreographed kite flies, mass ascensions, fireworks, lighted night kite flies, vendors & more. www.kitefestival.com | 360-642-4020 |
| Sep 15 | Discovery Trail Half Marathon - Run or walk a certified half marathon on the lovely Discovery Trail
located in Long Beach. The course is on a beautiful paved trail which
scrolls through the dunes. Catch sensational views of the powerful
Pacific Ocean during your run. www.beachtochowder.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Oct 05-Oct 08 | Peninsula Arts Association Fall Show - Fall show presents the work of over 60 local artists and will have works available for purchasing. Raffle proceeds benefit local high school scholarship. www.beachartist.org | 800-451-2542 |
| Oct 13-Oct 14 | One Sky, One World Kite Festival - The World Kite Museum joins people across the globe to promote international friendship and peace. Bring a kite or make one at the Museum. On Skype, watch kites flying in Singapore, Columbia, Minnesota and more. www.worldkitemuseum.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Nov 02-Nov 04 | Cribbage Tournament - Sanctioned by the American Cribbage Congress (ACC).Starting Fri. night with doubles & singles play. Saturday is the 22-game main tournament. Play- offs on Sunday. www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Nov 23-Nov 25 | Holidays at the Beach - 3-day weekend of free fun for the family! Friday: The Polar Express with Mrs. Claus. Saturday: magic and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Sunday: Frostys Birthday Party & kick off of Decembers Peninsula Presents raffle! www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Dec 10-Dec 11 | Bed & Breakfast Holiday Home Tour - Tour beautiful homes and feed the hungry! A donation of a non- perishable food item is requested for each B&B visited. Many have freshly baked gingerbread houses on display. Monday’s tour also benefits the Boys and Girls Club | |
| Dec 31 | Fireworks at Midnight over the Ocean - 10 minutes of fireworks over the Pacific Ocean in front of the boardwalk in Long Beach. www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Naselle |
| Jul 27-Jul 29 | Finnish American Folk Festival - Scandinavian costumes, musicians, cultural & historical presentations. Boot Toss, Wife Carry, May Pole. Food, craft, photo, flower & dance demonstrations. Dance lessons, dancing until midnight, pulla & coffee, squeaky cheese, rieska www.finnam.naselle.net/Finnam/Tervetuloa | 800-451-2542 |
| Ilwaco |
| Apr 28-Sep 22 | Saturday Market - Shop for farm fresh produce, handmade crafts, fine art, plants, cut flowers, baked goods and mouthwatering prepared food. Watch the boats go by & the catch-of-the-day come in. Uniquely situated on the waterfront, open 10 am–4 pm every Saturday. www.portofilwaco.org | 800-451-2542 |
| Jun 09 | Waikiki Beach Concert Series: BattleMe - Free concerts at the Confluence Project amphitheater overlooking Waikiki Beach in Cape Disappointment State Park. One hour performances start at
7:00 pm.
www.funbeach.com | 360-642-3029 |
| Jun 23 | Waikiki Beach Concert Series: Dana and Susan Robinson - Free concerts at the Confluence Project amphitheater overlooking Waikiki Beach in Cape Disappointment State Park. One hour performances start at 7:00 pm.
| 360-642-3029 |
| Jul 07 | Fireworks at the Port of Ilwaco - Seating for fireworks over the marina at the Port of Ilwaco is on the lawn in front of the harbor, next to port restaurants and shops. Fireworks at dusk. www.funbeach.com | |
| Jul 14 | Waikiki Beach Concert Series: The Winterlings - Free concerts at the Confluence Project amphitheater overlooking Waikiki Beach in Cape Disappointment State Park. One hour performances start at 7:00 pm.
www.funbeach.com | 360-642-3029 |
| Jul 14-Jul 15 | Clamshell Railroad Days - Celebrate the history of the only railroad that ran with the tides, the IR&N, which served the peninsula from 1889-1930. Visitors can enjoy model railroad layouts from regional train clubs, historical presentations, vendors and bus tour. www.columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org | 360-642-3446 |
| Jul 28 | Waikiki Beach Concert Series: The Holiday Friends - Free concerts at the Confluence Project amphitheater overlooking Waikiki Beach in Cape Disappointment State Park. One hour performances start at 7:00 pm. www.funbeach.com | 360-642-3029 |
| Jul 28 | Tuna Classic - A series of tournaments are sponsored along the OR/WA coast with teams of up to 6 anglers competing to bring in the 5 biggest tuna in aggregate weight. The catch is donated to area food banks. Prizes are offered for top three teams www.oregontunaclassic.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Aug 11 | Waikiki Beach Concert Series: The Bost Family Traditions - Free concerts at the Confluence Project amphitheater overlooking Waikiki Beach in Cape Disappointment State Park. One hour performances start at 7:00 pm. www.funbeach.com | 360-642-3029 |
| Aug 17-Aug 18 | Blues and Seafood in Ilwaco - Hot bands and a food court with local seafood specials, regional beer & wine make the weekend. Both Friday and Saturday venues are along the marina at the port of Ilwaco. Single ticket or Combo with Jazz & Oysters are available www.bluesandseafood.com | 360-783-1143 |
| Aug 25 | Waikiki Beach Concert Series: The Ian McFeron Band - Free concerts at the Confluence Project amphitheater overlooking Waikiki Beach in Cape Disappointment State Park. One hour performances start at 7:00 pm. www.funbeach.com | 360-642-3029 |
| Sep 07 | Slow Drag at the Port - Hot Rods line up to compete in a coasting competition. Cars have approximately 15 feet in which to accelerate and then coast for 200 yards. To win, a car must cross the finish line and stop closest to the line www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Oct 13-Oct 14 | 92nd Annual Cranberrian Fair - During the local cranberry harvest, the Fair celebrates cranberry foods and traditions with craft demonstrations, vendors, the Cranberry Trolley to bog tours and more. www.columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org | 360-642-3446 |
| Nov 09-Nov 10 | "Ocian in View" Cultural Weekend - When the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery exclaimed ‘Ocian in View,’ they had reached their westward destination. Speakers, bus and walking tours, Chinook tribal seafood dinner and book signings fill this weekend www.columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org | 360-642-3446 |
| Dec 01 | Lighted Boat Parade & Crab Pot Christmas Tree - Boat parade from Port of Ilwaco to Cape Disappointment and back. Open to all boats. Parade starts at 6 pm following the lighting of the Crab Pot Christmas Tree, weather permitting. www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Chinook |
| Sep 01-Sep 03 | Chinook Art Festival - Juried arts & crafts featuring blown glass, stained glass, photography, jewelry, oil & watercolors, pottery & more! www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Peninsula |
| May 25-May 28 | World’s Longest Garage Sale - Garage sales dot the Peninsula’s main and residential streets, offering 4-days ofbargain specials.
www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Jul 21 | Music in the Gardens - Tour a variety of Peninsula gardens. Garden styles may include formal, cottage, vegetable, herb & vintage. Some will feature live performances and recorded music by Water Musical Festival performers www.watermusicfestival.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Oct 01-Nov 15 | Wild Mushroom Celebration - The Long Beach Peninsula is host to a variety of delectable wild mushrooms. Each Fall, local restaurateurs and Bed and Breakfast owners delight patrons and guests with dinners/classes celebrating the harvest. www.wildmushroomcelebration.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Oct 12-Oct 14 | Water Music Festival XXVIII - A series of chamber music performances featuring top-rated professional musicians playing Baroque, Classical, Light Classical & a little Jazz. Includes a free concert Sunday afternoon. www.watermusicfestival.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Oct 27-Oct 28 | Graveyard of the Pacific Shipwreck Events - The shipwreck heritage of the Columbia Pacific region is commemorated with special events and exhibits. Participants include Columbia River Maritime Museum, Fort Stevens, Cape Disappointment, and Fort Columbia State Parks. www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
Northern California |
| Smith River |
| Aug 18 | Smith River Days - A free fun filled family day for children of all ages with a fireman’s pancake breakfast, parade, fireman’s waterball competition, food, arts and crafts, live entertainment, children’s booths, shopping cart races, lawnmower races, and petting zoo. www.delnorte.org | 707-951-3372 |
| Crescent City |
| May 20 | Pure Prairie League – Country Rock Legends - One of country-rock’s pioneering forces, this quartet has its roots in Ohio, America’s heartland. Presented by DNACA, they will be performing at Crescent Elk Auditorium | 707-464-1336 |
| Jun 02 | 11th Annual Crescent City Poker Run www.crescentcitypokerrun.com | 707-954-2467 |
| Jun 02-Oct 22 | Saturday Farmers Market - Held in the Del Norte County Fairgrounds parking lot every Saturday from 9:00am – 1:00pm. | 707-464-7441 |
| Jun 06-Oct 31 | Wednesday Farmers Market | 707-616-1632 |
| Jul 04 | Annual 4th of July Event - This is a huge town celebration with a parade through downtown starting at 10:00am. There will be food, merchandise, and game booths at Beachfront Park all day following the parade. One of the biggest fireworks show on the north coast. | 707-464-3174 |
| Jul 14 | 43rd Annual Gasquet Raft Races | 707-954-1836 |
| Aug 02-Aug 05 | Del Norte County Fair - This annual event runs from August 2nd through 5th at the Del Norte County Fairgrounds. | 707-464-9556 |
| Aug 12 | 28th Annual Crescent City Triathlon and Duathlon www.crescentcitytriathlon.com | |
| Aug 18-Aug 19 | Lighthouse Quilt Guild 2012 Quilt Show - Del Norte County Fairgrounds. This judged quilt show will have vendors, a snack bar, door prizes, a country store and a viewers’ choice award; opportunity and challenge quilt winning tickets will be drawn Sunday afternoon. www.lighthousequiltguild.org | 707-464-3538 |
| Aug 25 | Praise Teams Battle of the Bands www.delnorte.org/event/praise-teams-batt | 707-464-7771 |
| Klamath Area |
| Aug 18 | Klamath Salmon Festival - Great opportunity to learn more about the Yurok Tribe with a traditional salmon dinner, legendary Hupa-fronted Merv George Band, Stick Game Tournament, heavy equipment rodeo, cultural demonstrations, and array of kids’ activities and vendors. www.yuroktribe.org/salmonfestival | |
Oregon Coast |
| Oregon Coast |
| Jun 02 | Oregon State Parks Day - Free admission and free camping Saturday night in all Oregon State Parks. www.oregonstateparks.org | 800-551-6949 |
| Sep 22 | SOLV Beach and Riverside Cleanup - Thousands of volunteers clean up the beaches from the California border to the Columbia River–and work on shores of rivers, creeks, lakes and other waterways throughout Oregon to improve the quality of water. www.solv.org | 800-333-SOLV |
| Astoria |
| May 13-Oct 14 | Astoria Sunday Market - Locals and tourists alike enjoy the bustling, colorful and lively weekly Market. Taste, shop and explore! www.AstoriaSundayMarket.com | 503-325-1010 |
| Jun 07 | Goonies Day - Celebrate this classic cult film in true Goonies fashion! www.oldoregon.com | 800-875-6807 |
| Jun 22-Jul 01 | Astoria Music Festival - An event not to be missed with 10 days of classic music, opera, and more. www.astoriamusicfestival.org | 503-325-9896 |
| Jun 22-Jun 24 | Scandinavian Midsummer Festival - 45th Annual Event celebrating the music, food, dancing, and crafts of the Scandinavian culture. www.astoriascanfest.com | 800-875-6807 |
| Jul 03-Jul 04 | Fourth of July Fireworks - Fireworks explode behind the East Basin on July 4 at dusk, approximately, 9:30pm www.oldoregon.com | 800-875-6807 |
| Jul 11 | Seaman's Day - More than 200 years ago, the 33 people of the Lewis and Clark Expedition wintered at Fort Clatsop. The 34th member of this expedition was not a human-he was a dog. Learn about Meriwether Lewis' Newfoundland dog, Seaman, and meet modern Newfoundland dogs. www.nps.gov/lewi | 503-861-2471 |
| Jul 28-Jul 29 | Open Studio Tour - Visit the studios of Astoria’s favorite artists! Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm both days. Free. www.oldoregon.com | 503-325-1895 |
| Jul 31-Aug 04 | Clatsop County Fair - Whether it's pigs or poultry, jams or jewelry, local entertainment, or just plain fun - the Clatsop County Fair has it all and more! www.clatsopfairgrounds.com/fair.htm | 503-325-4600 |
| Aug 08-Aug 12 | Astoria Regatta - Celebrate Regatta's 118th year. Boat races, parades, dances, music, trolley rides, and more fun for the entire family. www.astoriaregatta.org | 503-861-2288 |
| Aug 25 | National Park Service Founders Day www.nps.gov/lewi | 503-861-2471 |
| Sep 08-Sep 09 | Victorian Games at Flavel House www.cumtux.org | 503-325-2203 |
| Sep 08-Sep 09 | Commercial Fishermen’s Festival - Appearances from captains made famous in their roles on TV’s Deadliest Catch, competitions, cooking demos and more. www.commercialfishermensfestival.com | 503-791-8703 |
| Warrenton |
| May 26-May 27 | Memorial Day at Fort Stevens - Memorial Day events celebrating freedom and our Veterans, great family activity. www.visitftstevens.com | 583-861-1470 |
| Jun 21 | 70th Anniversary of the Japanese Attack - At Battery Russell at Fort Stevens. www.visitftstevens.com | 503-861-1470 |
| Jul 04 | 4th of July in Warrenton - BBQ at the Fire Station, parade along Main Ave. at 3 pm. | 503-861-7447 |
| Jul 21-Jul 22 | World War II Living History Event - Reenactors display authentic weapons, wear correct WWII uniforms, and set up realistic camps at Fort Stevens State Park. Tickets can be purchased to fire blank cartridges through allied and German rifles. www.visitfortstevens.com | 503-861-1470 |
| Sep 01-Sep 03 | Fort Stevens Battle Reenactment and Living History - The Northwest Civil War Council and the Friends of Old Fort Stevens host the annual Battle Reenactment event. The public can view the battles from the top of the west battery near the park museum. It is a crowd pleaser and a great camera viewpoint. www.nwcwc.org/fortstevens.html | 503-861-1470 |
| Seaside |
| Jan 07-Dec 01 | 1st Saturday Art Walk :www.seasidechamber.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Jun 09-Jun 10 | Seaside Beach Soccer Tournament www.seasidebeachsoccer.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Jun 12 | Oregon State Grange Invites Veterans to Events - 139th OR State Grange Convention invites Vets to Events. Tuesday June 12, 2012 8:30-9:30 am – John Gretz of the Oregon Military Assistance Helpline is the featured speaker for the Veterans Conference in the Seahorse rooms of the Seaside Convention Center. www.orgrange.org | 503-430-8582 |
| Jun 15-Jun 16 | Muscle 'N' Chrome - Show & Shine, Builders' Showcase, and of course the Downtown Cruise-along with a Vendors Alley and entertainment. www.seasidedowntown.com | 503-717-1914 |
| Jul 04 | Seaside Celebrates the 4th of July - Food, including ice cream social, games, silent auction, concert, and entertainment at noon at the Seaside Historical Society Museum.
www.seasidemuseum.org | 503-738-7065 |
| Jul 04 | 4th of July Parade & Fireworks - Parade kicks off at 11am in downtown. www.seasidechamber.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Jul 05 | Beach Clean-Up - The Beach Drive Buccaneers and SOLV invite you to help Clean up the Beach post Fireworks www.seasideor.com | |
| Jul 13-Jul 14 | Seaside Motorcycle Festival - Come join us for a weekend of great fun at the Beach!!This is a family friendly event, so the whole family can have a great time. There will be lots of motorcycles to see and lots of accessories to purchase. www.seasidedowntown.com | 503-298-3470 |
| Jul 14-Jul 15 | Ultimate Frisbee Tournament www.oregonbeachultimate.com | |
| Jul 21 | Seaside Beach Run - The Seaside Beach Run began back in 1966 by two lifeguards - Ralph and Betty Davis. The Beach Run is now a 10K/5K event including the 5K Prom Walk -- timed and untimed. www.SeasideBeachRun.org | 503-738-8304 |
| Aug 05 | SDDA Annual Garden Tour & Breakfast - Start at Holiday Inn Express with Breakfast for $5 and a colorful preview slide show and door-prize drawing. Starting at 9am Pam Fleming, Seaside's Downtown Gardener will lead a walking tour of the downtown themed gardens. www.seasidedowntown.com | 503-717-1914 |
| Aug 10-Aug 12 | Seaside Beach Volleyball Tournament - The 31st annual event kicks off August 10th with over 800 teams competing in the World's Largest Amateur Beach Volleyball tournament. www.seasidechamber.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Aug 17-Aug 19 | Gem, Mineral, Jewelry & Fossil Show - Gem, mineral, jewelry, and fossil show with free admission at the Seaside Civic & Convention Center. www.ogmshows.com | |
| Aug 17-Aug 19 | Lewis and Clark Salt Works Re-enactment - Actors in original costume boil seawater to make salt to preserve their meat for the trip home. Actors have trade beads for goods brought
by spectators/tourist to trade. South end of the Prom and Ave U. Friday 4pm thru Sunday 3pm. Souvenirs available. www.seasidemuseum.org | 503-738-7065 |
| Aug 25 | Hood-To-Coast Relay - Since 1989, Seaside has served as the finish line for the Hood to Coast Relay Race. Watch the finishers, and enjoy fireworks at 9pm. www.hoodtocoast.com | |
| Sep 06-Sep 09 | Wheels 'N' Waves Car Show - Spectators can expect unique builder and street cars. Show & Shine on Friday thru Sunday, Downtown Cruise on Saturday.
www.seasidedowntown.com | 503-717-1914 |
| Cannon Beach |
| May 19 | Beach Walk/Run - 5th annual Cannon Beach Elementary School Walk/Run. Sand is hard packed flat and fast at low tide. Run amid beautiful local scenery including Haystack Rock on this popular out and back course. | 503-436-2294 |
| May 25 | Acoustic Folk! Music Series: Beth Willis - Willis and Todd Chatalas will perform both rock, acoustic and blues music. Willis, who has played in Cannon Beach before, is well known for her smoky voice and an amazing stage presence.
www.cbhistory.org | 503-436-9301 |
| Jun 09 | 48th Annual Sand Castle Contest - Fun for the whole family. It's hard to tell whether the participants or spectators enjoy this event more. It all begins just after the morning high tide, and ends about 12 hours later as the next high tide reclaims the beach. www.cannonbeach.org | 503-436-2623 |
| Jun 12-Sep 25 | Cannon Beach Farmers Market - The CBFM offers cut flowers in addition to a wide variety of fresh produce, pasture-raised meat, organic cheeses, wild-caught seafood, and hand-crafted artisan food products in the lively midtown area every Tuesday from 1-5 pm. www.cannonbeachmarket.org | |
| Jun 22-Jun 24 | Plein Air and More - Artists will demonstrate how to paint, sculpt and photograph Cannon Beach, showing the town and coastline through their eyes www.cbgallerygroup.com | 503-436-2623 |
| Jul 04 | Independence Day Parade - A fun, small-town, everybody-get-in-on-the-act parade celebrating America. | 436-2973 or Nancy Teagle 436-0424 |
| Sep 08-Sep 09 | 9th Annual Tour of Homes & Gardens - Tour attendees will get an inside peek at true coastal living during the 9th Annual Cannon Beach Tour of Homes & Gardens Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 8th and 9th.
www.cbhistory.org | 503.436.9301 |
| Nov 02-Nov 04 | Stormy Weather Arts Festival, - Cannon Beach's fall celebration of the arts | 502-436-1242 or 503-436-2623 |
| Nov 09-Nov 11 | Women Only Weekend - A fabulous pre-holiday shopping event. Cannon Beach rolls out the red carpet for women. A weekend getaway of pampering, shopping and camaraderie | 888-777-4047 |
| Dec 24 | Christmas Eve Candlelight Services - Christmas Eve Candlelight Services of Lessons and Carols, at 6PM and 10PM, Dec. 24, 2011, at Cannon Beach Community Church. Free and open to the public. Services close with candlelight singing of | 503-436-1222 |
| Manzanita |
| May 18-May 20 | Manzanita Open Golf Tournament - The Manzanita Open Golf Tournament will be held on May 18 to May 20. For more information contact the Nehalem Bay Area Chamber www.nehalembaychamber.com | 503-368-5744 |
| Jun 15-Sep 21 | Manzanita Farmers Market - Fresh produce and local products from the abundant fields, orchards, rivers and pastures of the area, along with live music every Friday - 5-8 PM. www.manzanitafarmersmarket.com | 503-368-3688 |
| Jul 04 | Manzanita's July 4th Celebration - Begin with a Pancake breakfast at 8:30 am to 11:00 am at the Fire Hall, then enjoy the Parade at 1:00pm and then end your day with fireworks on the beach beginning at 10:00 pm. | 877-368-5100 |
| Jul 06-Jul 08 | Trash Art Show www.cartm.org | 503-368-3846 |
| Aug 18 | Manzanita's Very Own "Muttzanita Dog Event" - This day has gone to the Dogs. Dress up your furry companion and let them strut his stuff at the Annual "Muttzanita Dog Event" For more information contact the Nehalem Bay Area Chamber | 888-368-5100 |
| Nehalem Bay |
| May 26 | Nehalem Bay Winery Blues Festival - Live Music/Norman Sylvester. BBQ $ 5 admission. Starts 6 pm, Nehalem Bay Winery. www.nehalenbaywinery.com | 888-368-9463 |
| Jun 16 | Juneteenth Reggaae Festival - Live Band-(TBA), BBQ - Cover Charge $5,at Nehalem Bay Winery. www.nehalenbaywinery.com | 888-368-9463 |
| Jun 21-Jun 22 | Nehalem's Annual Celebration of Crafts - Nehalem's Annual Celebration of Crafts is for the whole family to attend & enjoy. There will be many vendors to see. Downtown Nehalem | 503-368-5822 |
| Jul 04 | Nehalem Bay Winery Independence Day Celebration - Nehalem Bay Winery will have live music, free hot dogs and free admission. Join in on all the fun on July 4. www.nehalembaywinery.com | 503-368-9463 |
| Jul 28 | Live Treasure Auction www.cartm.org | 503-368-3846 |
| Aug 18 | En Plein Air Writing Workshop with Matt Love www.nehalemtrust.org | 503-368-3203 |
| Aug 18 | Nehalem Bay Winery Bluegrass and BBQ - Live Bands (TBA). $5 admission
www.nehalembaywinery.com | 503-368-9463 |
| Sep 01-Sep 02 | Nehalem Bay Winery Labor Day Picnic - Nehalem Bay Winery will be hosting a Labor Day Picnic, please bring a picnic and join in on all the fun. There will be live music and free admission. For more information contact Melissa www.nehalenbaywinery.com | 503-368-9463 |
| Wheeler |
| Jul 21-Jul 22 | Wheeler Summerfest - Join in on the fun. | 888-368-5100 |
| Rockaway Beach |
| May 26-Sep 30 | Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Excursions - Explore the Oregon Coast on a train pulled by a vintage locomotive. Hour-and-a-half trip runs between Rockaway Beach and Garibaldi. www.ocsr.net | 503-842-7972 |
| Jun 22-Jun 24 | Rockaway Beach Pirate Festival - Rockaway Beach Pirate Festival is for all lads & lasses! Join in on the fun. www.rockawaybeach.net | 503-355-8108 |
| Jul 04 | Rockaway Beach July 4th Celebration - Rockaway's parade will begin at 11:00 am with an auction at the Wayside to follow. There will be kids activities and fun on the beach. Fireworks will begin at dusk down on the beach. | 503-355-2291 |
| Jul 14 | Rockaway's Fire Festival & Concert - The Rockaway Fire Department will be hosting the Fire Festival & Concert on July 14th at the Rockaway Wayside. For more information contact Rockaway Fire Department | 503-355-2978 |
| Jul 21 | Rockaway Beach Street Dance - Rockaway Beach Street Dance will be held on July 21, at the Wayside. For more information contact Rockaway Recreation Dept. | 503-355-2291 |
| Aug 18-Aug 19 | Arts & Crafts Fair - Held at the Rockaway Wayside. www.rockawaybeach.net | 503-355-8108 |
| Sep 02 | Rockaway Beach Carnival in the Park - Rockaway Beach will have their Carnival in the Park on September 2nd. For more information contact Rockaway Recreation Dept | 503-355-2291 |
| Sep 15-Sep 16 | Rockaway Beach Rocktoberfest - Rockaway Beach Rocktoberfest will run from September 15 to 16. For more information contact the Rockaway Chamber | 503-355-8108 |
| Oct 17-Oct 21 | Ocean Waves Quilt Camp - Ocean Waves Quilt Camp will run from October 17-21 in Rockaway. For more information contact Jane | 503-9392 |
| Oct 27 | Rockaway's Oktoberfest - Join all the fun in Rockaway on October 27th for Oktoberfest. For more information contact the Rockaway Chamber | 503-355-8108 |
| Garibaldi |
| Apr 01-Nov 30 | Garibaldi Museum Open for the Season - The museum displays the 18th century sailing world by telling the story of Captain Robert Gray and the trade with native Americans of the Pacific Northwest. www.garibaldimuseum.com | 503-322-8411 |
| May 26-Sep 30 | Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Excursions - Explore the Oregon Coast on a train pulled by a vintage locomotive. Hour-and-a-half trip runs between Rockaway Beach and Garibaldi. Special dinner trains also available on select dates. www.ocsr.net | 503-842-7972 |
| May 27 | Lion's Fish Fry - Fry beginning at noon and going until 5 pm. Adults are $10 and kids 10 yrs and younger are $5. www.oldmill.us | 503-322-0322 |
| Jun 01-Jun 02 | Bounty on the Bay - Fundraiser with fishing, kayaking and a dinner. www.tbnep.org/events/bounty-on-the-bay | 503-322-2222 |
| Jun 23 | Garibaldi Museum Lecture: Matt Love www.garibaldimuseum.com | 503-322-8411 |
| Jun 29-Jun 30 | Old Mill Summer Bazaar - Come and enjoy all the craft booths at the Old Mill, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Admission is free. www.oldmill.us | 503-322-0322 |
| Jul 27-Jul 29 | Garibaldi Days - Parade, fireworks, dance, talent show, vendors, and more. | 503-322-0322 |
| Jul 28-Jul 29 | Garibaldi Museum Silent Auction & Wine & Cheese Tasting www.garibaldimuseum.com | 503-322-8411 |
| Jul 28 | Reenactment of 18th Century Sailors & Rope Making at Garibaldi Museum www.garibaldimuseum.com | 503-322-8411 |
| Aug 24-Aug 26 | Oregon Tuna Classic - A series of tournaments are sponsored along the OR/WA coast with teams of up to 6 anglers competing to bring in the 5 biggest tuna in aggregate weight. The catch is donated to area food banks. Prizes are offered for top three teams | |
| Sep 08 | Reenactment of 18th Century Sailors & Rope Making at Garibaldi Museum www.garibaldimuseum.com | 503-322-8411 |
| Bay City |
| Jul 06-Jul 08 | Discovery in Stone - Stone Sculpture Workshop - hand tools. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily. $200 for new workshop participants. Lunch provided each day. Tools and stones provided. Community Soup & Bread Supper on Sunday at 4 p.m. - sculptures will be on display for public to view. baycityartscenter.org | 503 377-9620 |
| Jul 28 | Outdoor Discovery Day at Kilchis Point - Tillamook County Pioneer Museum is sponsoring a family day at their 200
acre property at Kilchis Point. Opportunity to learn about Native American history, Pioneer settlement, and the local flora and fauna. Guided hikes at 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 PM. Free. www.tcpm.org | 503-842-4553 |
| Aug 03-Aug 05 | North American Jews Harp Festival - Learn the history and variations of the Jews Harp and some other unusual instruments. Activities for children and adults. Open to the public, no fee for activities.
Dinner for purchase Saturday evening. Musical entertainment in the evenings. baycityartscenter.org | 503 377-9620 |
| Tillamook |
| May 06-Nov 04 | Open Music Jam - Country-folk jam at Tillamook Forest Center is a celebration of the settlers that lived in the hills and mountains and composed music about their experiences. Bring your instruments or come sing-a-long and join in the fun. First Sunday of month, 1 pm. www.tillamookforestcenter.org | 503-815-6800 |
| May 18-May 19 | North Oregon Coast Law Enforcement & Tilla-Wheels Club Show & Shine - The North Oregon Coast Law Enforcement & Tilla-Wheels Club Show & Shine will begin at 8:00 am in the parking lot in front of the Tillamook Area Chamber of Commerce.This event is in support of the Special Olympics & Law Enforcement Torch Run. | 503-842-7591 or 503-842-8320 |
| May 26-May 27 | 2012 Tillamook County Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival - Quilts and other fiber arts will be displayed. Demonstration by area textile groups. Check out our vendors & food. Featured speaker Bill Volckening. Design quilt blocks for injured veterans. 10-4 each day $5 admission. latimerquiltandtextile.com | 503-842-8622 |
| May 26 | Tillamook County Pioneer Museum's Great Speaker Series and Oregon Humanities Conversation Project: "Uniquely Oregon: Native American Art of Oregon" with Tracy Prince -
www.tcpm.org | 503-842-4553 |
| Jun 15-Jun 16 | St. Alban's Rummage Sale - June 15th, 9 am to 3 pm and June 16th it will be 9 am to noon. | 503-842-6192 |
| Jun 16-Sep 29 | Tillamook Farmers Market - Local produce and products, entertainment, and plenty of fun and good food. www.tillamookfarmersmarket.com | 503-812-9326 |
| Jun 23 | Butter, Steamer, and Gaper Clam Dig - Join wild food expert John Kallas in a hands-on adventure to learn how to find, dig, transport, clean, & prepare butter, steamer & gaper clams. Learn regulations, limits, & how Native Americans harvested. Info & registration at wildfoodadventures.com http://www.wildfoodadventures.com | 503-775-3828 |
| Jun 23 | Tillamook June Dairy Festival - Tillamook June Dairy will be held on June 23rd, this year's theme is "Just Milk It". The children's parade will begin at 10:30 am with the Grand Parade following at 11:00 am. | 503-812-0591 or 503-842-7525 |
| Jun 23-Jun 24 | Tillamook County Rodeo - Join all the cowboys out at the Tillamook County Rodeo. Enjoy BBQ's, dancing and of course an awesome Rodeo. Tillamook County Fairgrounds, 4603 Third Street, Tillamook | 503-930-7656 |
| Jun 24 | Old Aurora colony Strawberry Social - Aurora Colony Historical Society’s 42nd annual Strawberry Social. Sunday June 24th, noon to 4 pm. Strawberry shortcake dessert. Quilting and spinning demonstrations. Live music. Admission (includes museum): Adults$6.50,Seniors $5.50,Child (under 12) $3.00 www.auroracolony.org | 503-678-5754 |
| Jun 30 | Tillamook County Pioneer Museum's Great Speaker Series and Oregon Humanities: A Basket-making workshop with Stephanie Wood - Stephanie Wood is a 5th generation
Grand Ronde basket weaver.Pre-registration necessary.
www.tcpm.org | 503-842-4553 |
| Jul 07-Jul 08 | American Cancer Society Relay for Life - The annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life will begin at 10:00 am on July 7th and will continue through to 10:00 am on July 8th. For more information contact Robin | 503-801-2971 |
| Jul 14 | Tillamook County Pioneer Museum's Great Speaker Series: "Gardening with Heathers" by Ella May Wulff - Author Ella May Wulff will show us how to garden with heathers on the Oregon
Coast. Free and open to the public. 1 pm.
www.tcpm.org | 503-842-4553 |
| Jul 21 | Habitat for Humanity Seafood Festival & Artisans Fair - Habitat for Humanity's First Annual Seafood Festival & Artisans Fair will be held at the Blue Heron French Cheese Company, 11 am to 7 pm. This is a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity homes. | 503-842-7472 |
| Jul 21 | Pacific Coast Clam Dig - Join wild food expert John Kallas in a hands-on adventure to learn how to find, dig, transport, clean, & prepare cockle clams. Learn regulations, limits, & how Native Americans harvested. Info & registration at wildfoodadventures.com http://www.wildfoodadventures.com | 503-775-3828 |
| Aug 04 | 11th Annual YMCA Foundation Golf Tournament - If you enjoy golf then this is the place you need to be. The YMCA is holding their 11th Annual Golf Tournament. Starting time is 8:00 am at the Bay Breeze Golf Course. There is a 4 person scramble. | 503-842-9622 |
| Aug 04 | Tillamook Naval Air Museum's "Northwest Classics" - Join in on all the fun at the Tillamook Air Museum for a day of classic cars and planes, 7am – 5pm. www.tillamookair.com | 503-842-1130 |
| Aug 08-Aug 11 | The Tillamook County Fair - The Tillamook County Fair will be August 8-11. The theme for this year's event is "Party 'til the Cows go home". For more information contact Andy or Eileen | 503-842-2272 |
| Aug 11-Aug 12 | Return from the Burn - Join us for this free event with special activities and fun for the entire family. www.tillamookforestcenter.org | 503-815-6800 |
| Aug 18 | Tillamook County Pioneer Museum's Great Speaker Series: Blacksmith Gary Lewis - Blacksmith Gary Lewis returns to the East Lawn of the Tillamook County
Pioneer Museum to set up his blacksmith shop and demonstrate his art, 9am-2pm. Free and open to the public. www.tcpm.org | 503-842-4553 |
| Aug 24-Aug 26 | Old Iron Show - Come and enjoy antique tractors and meet wonderful people at the Blue Heron French Cheese Co. www.blueheronoregon.com | 503-842-3130 |
| Sep 08 | Fishing Day for Kids w/Disabilities - A family day event for Kids with Disabilities to go and enjoy a day of fishing. | 503-842-6519 |
| Oct 06-Oct 07 | North Coast Seafood Festival - North Coast Seafood Festival offers a wide arrangement of seafood and live entertainment. For more information contact Kim | 503-392-4581 |
| Oct 14 | Mysterious Mushrooms of the Tillamook State Forest - Join State Park Ranger Dane Osis for a program on wild forest mushrooms. View freshly picked fungi, learn to identify edible and poisonous varieties, discover the important role fungi play in forest health, and take a short hike to search for mushrooms. www.tillamookforestcenter.org | 503-815-6800 |
| Nov 02-Nov 03 | TFC Holiday Bazaar - TFC Holiday Bazaar is open to the public, free parking and free admission. On Friday the hours are noon to 6:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information on having a booth at this event contact Andy or Eileen | 503-842-2272. |
| Hebo Lake |
| Jul 28 | Route 101 Cruise-In www.route101cruisein.com | 503-392-3757 |
| Cloverdale |
| Jun 30 | Clover's Day Festival - A parade through downtown Cloverdale, led by the most famous cow in town. www.pcnvchamber.org | 503-392-4340 |
| Pacific City |
| May 19 | Reach the Beach - A major fundraiser for the Lung Association of Oregon, it widely acknowledged as the official start of the Oregon cycling season and finishes right here in Pacific City, next to the soaring dunes of Cape Kiwanda where a finish line beach party awaits. www.action.lung.org | |
| Jun 30 | Fireworks Display - Expect a sensational fireworks display brought to you by the Pacific City-Nestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce and many local sponsors. www.pcnvchamber.org | 503-392-4340 |
| Jul 20-Jul 22 | 53rd Annual Dory Days Festival - Come out and watch the Dory Fleet, enjoy some entertainment and wonderful food during the 53rd Annual Dory Days Festival. www.pcnvchamber.org | 503-965-7779 |
| Sep 07-Sep 09 | Blowsion Surf Slam - Brings over 40 riders from around the world competing for a cash and points towards the IFWA World title. Watercraft riders display high speed turns through a grueling buoy course all while being challenged by the unpredictable waves. www.BlowsionSurfSlam.com | |
| Neskowin |
| Jul 04 | 4th of July Festival and Parade www.pcnvchamber.org | 503-392-4340 |
| Lincoln City |
| Oct 16-May 28 | Finders Keepers on the Beach - Weather and ocean conditions permitting, every day hand-blown glass floats are placed on the beach. If you find a float, bring it to the Visitors Center to receive your certificate of authenticity and a biography of the artist who made the float. www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| May 06-Oct 14 | Lincoln City Sunday Farmers Market - Fruits, flowers, vegtables, eggs, nursery plants, baked goods, hot food, jewelry, clothing, artisan crafts, and more. All items hand made or home grown by the seller. Located on the lawn of the Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy 101, Sundays 9am to 3pm. lincolncityfarmersmarket.org | 541-867-6293 |
| May 19 | Mutt Masters Dog Show & Olympics | 800-452-2151 |
| Jun 09 | Pixieland Birding Field Trip - An exciting chance to view the birds in action on the Salmon River estuary. Binoculars and guidebooks provided. From Lincoln City drive north on 101 just past the junction of hwy 18. Turn left onto N. Frazier Rd, park along the road, starting at 9am. www.lincolncityaudubon.com | |
| Jun 13-Jun 24 | Siletz Bay Music Festival - Festival audiences can look forward to the return of Dick Hyman together with musicians such as Erika Teraoka, a gifted cellist and protégé of Yo-Yo Ma. www.siletzbaymusic.org | |
| Jun 16 | All-American Soap Box Derby - For 7- to 17-year-olds on 22nd Street by Oceanlake School from 9AM – 5PM. Cost: $25 per driver, free for spectators. | 541-921-8406 |
| Jun 17 | Rods and Races Car Show - At the Lincoln City Community Center from 10AM – 2PM. | 541-994-2131 |
| Jun 23-Jun 24 | Chinook Winds Casino Resort Anniversary Weekend Celebration www.chinookwindscasino.com | 888-CHINOOK |
| Jun 23-Jun 24 | Summer Kite Festival - Kite-flying demonstrations, kid’s events, kite-making workshops, running of the Bols and more at D-River State Wayside. www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Jun 24 | Sea Vegetables, Mussels and Other Seashore Edibles - Join wild food expert John Kallas in a hands-on adventure to learn about, identify, & gather wild sea vegetables including nori, kombu, sea lettuce, as well as mussels & barnacles. Info & registration at wildfoodadventures.com http://www.wildfoodadventures.com/ | 503-775-3828 |
| Jul 04 | Fireworks on Siletz Bay www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Jul 14-Jul 15 | The Magic of Koi Workshop - Unleash the creative artist within in this workshop. Keith Sluder teaches techniques in watercolor such as pouring paint, masking in layers, and how to see yourdesigns come to life with semi-abstract applications. Fee: $150 [+$10 supply fee]. www.keithsluder.com | 541-388-7858 |
| Jul 22 | Sea Vegetables, Mussels and Other Seashore Edibles - Join wild food expert John Kallas in a hands-on adventure to learn about, identify, & gather wild sea vegetables including nori, kombu, sea lettuce, as well as mussels & barnacles. Info & registration at wildfoodadventures.com http://www.wildfoodadventures.com/ | 503-775-3828 |
| Jul 28 | Orphan Plant Sale - At the Connie Hansen Garden from 10AM – 2PM. www.conniehansengarden.com | 541-994-6338 |
| Aug 10-Aug 12 | Nesika Illahee Pow Wow ctsi.nsn.us/chinook-indian-tribe-siletz- | 888-CHINOOK |
| Aug 11 | Sandcastle Building Contest - In the Historic Taft District. www.taftbeach.com | 541-614-0771 |
| Aug 11-Aug 12 | Oregon Coast Soap Box Derby Rally Race - held on NE 22nd near the Elk’s Lodge. 8AM-5PM. | 541-921-8406 |
| Aug 25-Aug 26 | Surf City Classic Car Show - At Chinook Winds Casino Resort. | 888-CHINOOK |
| Sep 06-Sep 09 | Pride Festival - Join in on this fabulous Pride weekend with amazingly fun entertainment, music, dancing, food, wine and beer garden, Flamingo Bingo, drag shows, camel rides on the beach, vendors and kids activities. www.oregoncoastpride.com | |
| Sep 08 | Fall Plant Sale - At the Connie Hansen Garden from 10AM – 3PM. www.conniehansengarden.com | 541-994-6338 |
| Oct 06 | Wild Mushroom Cook-off - Admission is free, with tasting-sized portions available for a small fee. Enjoy a live cooking competition, wild mushroom identification, food vendors, wild mushroom books, wild mushrooms for sale, mushroom foraging tours, and more. www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Oct 13-Oct 14 | Fall Kite Festival - Held on the beach, in the center of Lincoln City, at the D-River Wayside from 10am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday. www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Gleneden Beach |
| Jun 08-Jun 10 | 3-Day Grief Ritual Workshop at Gleneden Beach June 8-10 with Sobonfu Somé - Spiritual teacher Sobonfu Somé leads Grief Ritual for those who’ve lost friends, family, pets, divorce or other causes of grief. June 8, 6pm to June 10, 2pm. Fee $195 by May 1, $250 after. More info call 541-764-2117 or email grief@nancyludwig.com. www.sobonfu.com | 541-764-2117 |
| Jul 04 | 4th of July Parade and Craft Fair www.glenedenbeach.org | |
| Aug 12 | Charity Golf Scramble - Held at Salishan Spa and Golf Resort. Proceeds benefit North Lincoln Hospital Foundation. | 541-996-7102 |
| Depoe Bay |
| May 15-Jul 29 | The Lookout Obervatory & Gift Shop 75th Anniversary Countdown www.lookoutgiftshop.com | 541-765-2270 |
| May 28 | 66th Fleet of Flowers Memorial Day Ceremonies - Feel inspired while attending the nationally acclaimed Memorial Day event. Pay tribute to those lost at sea while watching the flower bedecked fishing fleet sail to sea. Reception immediately following. Location: Depoe Bay Harbor, 11 am. www.depoebaychamber.org | 541-765-2889 |
| Jul 03 | Boiler Bay Fireworks Display - Fireworks will bring "oohs" and "awes" from young and young at heart! Location: Boiler Bay at dusk. Free. www.depoebaychamber.org | 541-765-2889 |
| Aug 18 | Pirate Treasure Hunt - Ahoy Mateys! A bountiful clue for all who will hunt for the buried treasure. Understand the points N.E.S & W, how maps work and how letters combined make words and words make clues. Arrrr and listen for the cannons and listen to the Pirates. www.treasuredepoebay.org | 541-765-2889 |
| Sep 15 | Indian Style Salmon Bake - Enjoy a succulent salmon meal, great performances and music. Over 2,000 pounds of salmon is slow roasted to perfection on alder stakes, just as the native Americans did 2,000 years ago. Watch as native Americans perform their traditional dance and song. www.depoebaychamber.org | 541-765-2889 |
| Oct 31 | Halloween Festivities - Fun games and food for children 0–12. Sponsored by the teens. Location: Depoe Bay Community Center. Cost: Free www.depoebaychamber.org | 541-765-2889 |
| Dec 01 | A Whale of a Christmas - Amidst festive decorations and carolers, the Depoe Bay Christmas tree is lit. Join us for this truly magical event. Location: Whale Center. Cost: Free www.depoebaychamber.org | 541-765-2889 |
| Otter Rock |
| May 15-Jul 29 | The Lookout Observatory & Gift Shop 75th Anniversary Countdown - July 29 is a raffle and birthday extravaganza, but every day leading up to it has a new event,such as Whale Walk,$1.95 grab bags,roll back prices,tour for photographs never allowed before,free penny smashing day, and more.
We are open 9-6 364 days a ye www.lookoutgiftshop.com | 541-765-2270 |
| Newport |
| May 12-Oct 27 | Farmers Market - Local organic growers, market gardeners and green thumbs bring their fresh produce to the market along with arts and crafts and entertainment every Saturday. www.newportfarmersmarket.org | 541-961-8236 |
| May 16-May 28 | Tall Ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain - Tall, rigged ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain visit the Port of Newport with tours and sails. www.historicalseaport.org | |
| May 18-May 20 | Brewers Memorial Ale Fest - The dog-friendly brew festival is held inside the Rogue Ales Brewery and includes 50+ Microbrews, Live Music, Doggy Musical Chairs, Dog Wash, Dog Dancing and Celebrity dog look-alikes. www.brewersalefest.com | 503-241-3800 |
| May 19 | Writers on the Edge: Elizabeth Eslami www.writersontheedge.org | 541-563-6263 |
| May 26-Dec 31 | Oregon Coast Aquarium Exhibit: Sea & Me - A children’s interactive exhibit that is fun, playful and imaginative. Based on the model used by children’s museums, this exhibit will offer play experiences that are developmentally appropriate for kids ages 4 to 10 years old. www.aquarium.org | 541-867-3474 |
| May 27-May 28 | Memorial Day Weekend: Family Combination Sleepover - Travel through our exhibits on a scavenger hunt, participate in hands-on activities, and experience early morning behind-the-scenes at the Aquarium! Then be lulled to sleep by the soothing sights of our Passages of the Deep tunnels. www.aquarium.org | 541-867-3474 |
| Jun 08-Jun 10 | Celtic Festival & Highland Games - Enjoy live performances of Celtic music, dance, athletics, food, drink and cultural history at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. www.newportcelticfestival.com | 541-574-6530 |
| Jun 16 | Writers on the Edge: Molly Gloss www.writersontheedge.org | 541-563-6263 |
| Jul 04 | Yaquina Bay Fireworks www.newportchamber.org | |
| Jul 06-Aug 31 | Friday Artisans Market at Nye Cottage Beads | 541-265-6262 |
| Jul 07 | Clambake & Seafood BBQ - Festival begins with a Pet Parade, making its way to the turnaround to be greeted by live music, seafood and other delectables, local art vendors, a beer garden, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a free art activity. www.discovernewport.com | 541-270-2234 |
| Jul 13-Jul 15 | Lincoln County Fair & Rodeo - Food & fun for the whole family. www.townandcountryfair.com | 541-351-1160 |
| Jul 14 | Barrel To Keg Relay www.barreltokeg.com | |
| Jul 14 | Nye Beach Writers' Series: Sid Miller www.writersontheedge.org | 541-563-6263 |
| Jul 20 | Pathfinder 100th Anniversary www.oregoncoasthistory.org | 541-265-7509 |
| Jul 20-Jul 21 | 100th Anniversary of Car Trip from Abbey Hotel on the Bayfront to Siletz Bay | 541-265-7509 |
| Jul 28-Jul 29 | Nye Beach Bead Festival - Visitors will fine off loom beaded items, lampwork beads, dichroic glass, fused glass, contemporary beads, vintage beads, semi precious beads, beaded jewelry, handmade silver jewelry, stone lapidary pieces, locally found agates, rocks, and more. www.nyebeach.org | 541-265-6262 |
| Jul 30-Aug 05 | Oregon Coast Aquarium: Shark Conservation Week - Become a "Shark Steward," by attending presentations by shark experts, a children's booksigning, daycamp for kids, shark-related art classes, Sleeping with the Sharks program and behind-the-scenes tours. www.aquarium.org | 541-867-3474 |
| Aug 03-Aug 04 | Quilts by the Sea 22nd Annual Show - OCQG featured quilter: Toni Brodie,Bed turning by Latimer Textile Museum. At Newport Recreation Center, 225 SE Avery Street. Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am - 5pm. Admission $5. www.oregoncoastalquilters.org | |
| Aug 18 | Nye Beach Writers' Series: Steven Sander and Leanne Grabel www.writersontheedge.org | 541-563-6263 |
| Sep 08-Sep 09 | Wild Seafood Weekend - Great food and good times. www.newportfishermenswives.com | |
| Sep 22 | Jellyfish Jubilee - An elegant evening of food and wine benefiting the Oregon Coast Aquarium's animals and exhibits. Savor scrumptious food and tantalizing Northwest wines all provided in the enchanting after-hours atmosphere of the Aquarium. www.aquarium.org | 541-867-3474 |
| Toledo |
| Jul 27-Jul 29 | Summer Festival - Includes events for all ages, with a kid's parade, sidewalk chalk art, carnival rides, vendors, 5K walk, Main Parade, Logging Show and Fireworks Show. www.toledosummerfestival.com | 541-336-3183 |
| Aug 05 | Classic Car Show - Bring your Classic Car, Truck, Corvette, Muscle Car, Hot rod or Motorcycle. Trophies, Dash Plaques to the first 100 entrants, Raffle Prizes, 50/50 Drawing and Poker Walk. DJ playing "Golden Oldies," vendors, food, antique railroad exhibits. www.visittoledooregon.com | 541-336-3183 |
| Aug 05 | Antique Street Fair www.visittoledooregon.com | 541-336-3183 |
| Aug 18-Aug 19 | Wooden Boat Show - Wooden Boats of all sizes & shapes on display in the water and on land along with Kids Boat Building, Games, Potato Cannons, Safety & Maritime demonstrations, Silent Auction, Arts & Crafts vendor booths, Live Music, Food Boat Rides, and lots more. www.portoftoledo.org | 541-336-5207 |
| Sep 01-Sep 03 | Toledo Art Walk - The many artists who live and work in Toledo, Oregon open their doors to the public for the annual Toledo Art Walk. Several galleries and studios hold special receptions and events throughout the weekend. www.toledoarts.info | |
| Waldport |
| May 19 | Kids Fishing Derby - At Eckman Lake on Hwy 34. The children are provided with poles, bait and people to help. Carnival games for the kids with a bounce house, Community booths. At noon also there will be free hot dogs along with chips and soda pop.
| 541-563-3696 |
| Jun 15-Jun 17 | Beachcomber Days www.beachcomberdays2012.com | 541-270-0230 |
| Jul 03 | Clam-A-Rama www.waldport-chamber.com | 541-563-2133 |
| Jul 03 | July 3 Fireworks - Enjoy a fabulous display of fireworks over Alsea Bay beginning at dusk. You'll find plenty of sandy beach to enjoy the view. Park at Patterson State Park or park in Waldport to view the festivities from the Historic Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive Center. www.waldport-chamber.com | 541-563-2133 |
| Jul 14 | Waldport's Annual Golf Tournament www.waldport-chamber.com | 541-563-2133 |
| Sep 22 | Cruzin' for Crab www.waldport-chamber.com | 541-563-2133 |
| Yachats |
| May 13-Oct 14 | Farmers Market - Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 & W 5th St, offering locally grown organic produce and plants and locally made natural crafts. www.yachats.org | 800-929-0477 |
| May 25-May 28 | Memorial Weekend in Yachats - Ladies Club pie and ice cream social, Lions Club pancake breakfast, crafts fair, music and more. www.yachats.org | 800-929-0477 |
| May 26-May 27 | Spring Arts & Crafts Festival - Features nearly 70 exhibitors of
exceptional, gallery-quality crafts, fine arts and gourmet food products
from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Take place in the Yachats Commons.
| 541-547-4664 |
| Jul 04 | la de da Parade, Ducky Derby, & Ice Cream Social www.yachats.org | 800-929-0477 |
| Jul 13-Jul 15 | Yachats Music Festival - This magnificent music festival includes 3 days of cameo performances by 20 to 25 major classical artists. www.fsarts.org | 510-845-4444 |
| Jul 14 | Yachats Lion's Fish Fry - Dinner includes deep fried fish with baked beans, coleslaw, garlic bread and drink. $10 for persons 12 and older. $6 under 12. Home made pie $3 per slice. www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/yachats | |
| Aug 04-Aug 05 | Pathways To Transformation Holistic Health, Psychic & Crafts Fair - Event features over 60 booths offering the largest array of holistic health practitioners, psychic readers, health & wellness products and visionary arts & crafts under one roof on the Oregon Coast. www.chucklingcherubs.com | 541-547-4664 |
| Aug 18 | Yachats River Valley Tour - Meet "up the river folks" who are using their land to raise anything from llamas to edible flowers. Visit up to seven farms, survey the operations and purchase locally produced products, including honey, vegetables, herbs and more! www.yachats.org | 800-929-0477 |
| Sep 01 | Sky Candy-Yachats Kite Festival - Takes place above the beach at Yachats Ocean Road State Park on the south side of the Yachats River. There will be kite demonstrations, kite-making classes, contests, public kite flying....and more. www.yachats.org | 541-547-3530 |
| Sep 01 | Yachats Ladies Club Labor Day Pie & Ice Cream Social - Yachats Ladies Club will wow you with an incredible variety of delicious pies. A variety of beverages will also be sold. Come early for the best selection and before the pie is gone. Saturday 11 am - 3 pm, W 3rd & Pontiac. www.yachats.org | 541-547-3205 |
| Sep 07-Sep 09 | Fall Blues Car Show & Shine - Show and shine, dinner, and live entertainment at the Yachats Inn. www.fallbluessns.com | |
| Florence |
| May 18-May 20 | 105th Rhododendron Festival - This year's theme is
Nothing Short of Wild
and we are excited to have the Sea Lion Caves as our Grand Marshal!
Sea Lion Caves is celebrating their 80th anniversary this year. www.florencechamber.com | 541.997.3128 |
| May 19-May 20 | Rhododendron Festival Flower Show - Flower Show hours, open to the public, and no charge. Saturday 1 to 5 pm and Sunday 10 to 5 pm. Plant Sale Hours Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm. Both events at the Events Center. www.siuslawars.org | 541-997-1994 |
| May 19 | Sandboard Season Kick-Off - With summer coming, sandboarding is again popular in Florence. www.sandmasterpark.com | 541-997-6006 |
| Jun 01 | Sweet Creek Youth Ballet - Florence Events Center
Dance Performance 7-8 | |
| Jun 02 | Fore Kids Golf Classic - Please join us for the 15th Annual Fore Kids Golf Classic benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Lane County. Sandpines Golf Links www.bgcwlc.org | 541-590-9093 |
| Jun 16-Jun 17 | Sand Sculpting - Annual sand sculpting workshop and competition - free to all. www.sandmasterpark.com | 541-997-6006 |
| Jun 30 | 4th Annual Wings N' Wheels Fly In & Car Show - Featuring static airplane displays, vintage vehicles, British Car Club, Rhody Cruisers, military vehicles, emergency vehicles, USCG display, RC club display, Ham radio club display, food vendors.
Hours 10 a.m. to 3 P.m. http://www.florencechamber.com/chamber/4 | 541-997-3128 |
| Jul 04 | Independence Day Celebration - In Florence, Independence Day Celebrations include live outdoor music in Old Town, and a spectacular fireworks display over the Siuslaw River.Shops and restaurants stay open late to accommodate locals and visitors. www.florencechamber.com | 5419973128 |
| Jul 06-Jul 28 | Beat the Heat: Three Rivers Casino Free Summer Concert Series www.threeriverscasino.com | 877-3-RIVERS |
| Jul 21 | Sand Master Jam - 15th annual sandboard competition - all categories. www.sandmasterpark.com | 541-997-6006 |
| Jul 22 | 234th Army Band Concert www.eventcenter.org | 541-997-1994 |
| Aug 11 | Cascade Chorus Concert www.eventcenter.org | 541-997-1994 |
| Aug 18 | Xwest Huck Fest - All sandboard jumps competition Pro/Am. www.sandmasterpark.com | 541-997-6006 |
| Aug 18-Aug 19 | Coin and Stamp Show www.eventcenter.org | 541-997-1994 |
| Aug 25 | Belly Dance Festival www.eventcenter.org | 541-997-1994 |
| Sep 07-Sep 09 | Rods N' Rhodies Invitational Car Show - Annual car show with over 150 top custom cars from around the western United States. www.florencechamber.com | 541-997-3128 |
| Sep 21-Sep 23 | Chowder, Blues & Brews Festival - Annual festival features the sounds of blues and the taste of chowder. Then wash it all down with suds from some of the best area microbreweries. www.florencechamber.com | 541-997-3128 |
| Sep 28 | SEA Concert: Eugene Ballet - "All You Need is Love" http://www.seacoastea.org/ | 541-997-1994 |
| Oct 06 | Wine & Chocolate Gala - Benefit for the Florence Area Humane Society. Area’s restaurateurs provide delicious tapas along with wine and chocolate. $20 admission includes a glass of wine and a free raffle ticket. Area award-winning artists donate works to be sold at live auction. www.ci.florence.or.us/eventscenter/wine- | 541-997-1994 |
| Oct 12-Oct 14 | 30th Lane County Home Improvement Show - Lane Events Center: 796 W 13th Ave, Eugene.
Gnome Place Like Home! Shop 250 exhibits of experts, products & services for homes & yards. FREE admission/parking.
Fri: 5pm-9pm, Sat: 10am-9pm, Sun: 10am-5pm.
http://www.EugeneHomeShow.com | 541-484-9247 |
| Oct 13 | SEA Concert: Gonzalo Bergara Quartet | 541-997-1994 |
| florence |
| Nov 11 | Veterans Day Parade www.florenceveteransdayparade.com | |
| Florence |
| Dec 02-Dec 04 | Nativity Festival - See a wonderful display of Nativity scenes at the Festival from 11:00
a.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints building at 2705 Munsel Lake Road. Admission is FREE. | 541-997-7404 |
| Jan 18-Jan 20 | 8th Good Earth Home, Garden & Living Show - America’s 1st Sustainable Home & Garden Show Celebrates 8 Years in Eugene!
Over 250 Sustainable Exhibits for the Home, Garden & Life. Seminars, Music & Healthy Food! http://www.EugeneHomeShow.com | Terie\' Stephenson |
| Mar 07-Mar 10 | 34th Lane County Home & Garden Show - Shop 325 exhibits featuring experts, products & services for your home & yard. Plant Sales & Prize Drawings! http://www.EugeneHomeShow.com | 541-484-9247 |
| reedsport |
| May 27-May 29 | Memorial Day Celebration - Parade, booths, and fun. www.reedsportcc.org | 800-247-2155 |
| Reedsport |
| Jun 14-Jun 17 | 13th Annual Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships - The ODCSC has been held every year since 2000 on
Fathers Day weekend. Pro and Semi-Pro Carvers
come from all over the United States and the
World to compete in this competition. Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Comm | 541-271-3495 |
| Aug 01-Aug 05 | DuneFest 2012 - This five-day event is filled with exciting fun activities including adult and kid activities, Moto Cross Racing, Sand Drags, Poker Run, Treasure Hunt, Show N’ Shine, Drive-In Movie Night, Charity Auction, Freestyle Shows rdollar@reedspotcc.org | (541) 271-3495 or (800) 247-2155. |
| Winchester Bay |
| Aug 01-Aug 05 | DUNE Fest 2012 - DuneFest 2012 - This five-day event is filled with exciting fun activities including adult and kid activities, Moto Cross Racing, Sand Drags, Poker Run, Treasure Hunt, Show N’ Shine, Drive-In Movie Night, Charity Auction, Freestyle Shows | (541) 271-3495 or (800) 247-2155. |
| Aug 16-Aug 19 | Old Time Fiddlers Jamboree - The Oregon Old Time Fiddlers Association (OOTFA), District 5, will be hosting its 9th Annual Jamboree
at the Winchester Bay Community Center (formally the Grange Hall). Last years event attracted over 80 musicians. www.fiddleonthebeach.info | 800-247-2155 |
| Aug 24-Aug 25 | Kool Coastal Nights - The fun starts Friday with the Burnout and Open Header Contests-hope you like LOUD cars and LOTS of smoke! Saturday is the Show 'n Shine, Parade of Champions, and Harbor Cruise. Shake your stuff at the Street Dance and don't miss the famous seafood BBQ. www.koolcoastalnights.com | 800-247-2155 |
| Sep 01-Sep 02 | STEP Salmon Derby - Sponsored by Gardiner/Reedsport STEP (Salmon-Trout Enhancement Program) this event is timed to coincide with the fall Chinook salmon run. Daily prizes awarded for the biggest salmon. Local tackle shops have registration forms and rules. | (503) 947-6000 or (800) 720-ODFW [6339] |
| Lakeside |
| Jul 03-Jul 05 | 4th of July Street Fair & Fireworks www.lakesideoregonchambers.com | 541-759-3981 |
| Aug 11 | Cardboard Boat Races - Start at 11am at the county park. www.lakesideoregonchambers.com | 541-759-3981 |
| Aug 18-Aug 19 | Columbia Drag Boat Association Neil Donegan Classic - Fast action with racing boats competing on Tenmile Lake. www.lakesideoregonchambers.com | www.cdbaracing.com |
| North Bend |
| May 19-May 20 | Tomato-Rama & More - Many varieties of tomatoes, annuals, perennials, flowers, herbs, vegetables, vines, shrubs, houseplants, ground covers, and more. Garden Questions Answered by the Coos County Master Gardeners. Pony Village Mall. | 541-572-5263 |
| May 21 | Nightclub Gentemen: A Rat Pack Musical Comedy - Starring Richard Gray, David Koch & David Silverman
(With John Engerman & Don Dieterich)
NIGHTCLUB GENTLEMEN is a hilarious musical comedy about 3 Rat Packers and their quest for Vegas stardom full of martini music and hijinks .
http://icicle.org | 509.548.6347 |
| May 26 | Spring Serenade - $20 adults, $16 seniors & $8 students
Works to include:
Beethoven Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op.25 "Spring" for violin and piano
Brahms Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 78 for violin and piano
Jennifer Caine, violin
Oksana Ezhokina, piano http://icicle.org | 509.548.6347 |
| Jun 17-Jun 18 | The Art of Nature Journaling - Discover and nourish the life-long joy of creating an illustrated nature journal. The retreat includes: all meals, lodging, art and nature instruction, birding field trips, most art supplies, and a musical concert to top it off! http://icicle.org | 509.548.6347 |
| Jun 29-Jun 30 | Harley Davidson 12th Annual Lighthouse Run on Hwy 101 - Show & Shine, poker run, hog roast, raffle, 50/50 and live Entertainment! | 541-266-7051 |
| Jun 29-Jun 30 | Harley Davidson Lighthouse Run on Hwy 101 www.highway101hd.com | 541-266-7051 |
| Jun 30 | Concert on the Meadow - The program features beloved symphonic repertoire and toe-tapping favorites. Dan Jackson is the program director. Grilled BBQ lunch out on the meadow lawn available for purchase and plenty of parking. Bring the entire family! http://icicle.org | 509.548.6347 |
| Jul 03 | 3rd of July Fireworks - Don’t miss this spectacular fireworks show over the bay at dusk (approx 10pm). | 541-756-8800 |
| Jul 07 | North Bend Library Summer Reading: Megascience Space Party -
www.northbendlibrary.org | 541-756-0400 |
| Jul 20-Jul 21 | July Jubilee - Street Fair, Historical Home Tour, car show, Back Alley Bash, and much much more at various locations throughout this fun filled Birthday weekend for North Bend. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-756-4613 |
| Jul 21 | North Bend Library: Oregon Fantasy Puppet Theatre -
www.northbendlibrary.org | 541-756-0400 |
| Aug 04-Aug 05 | Rock & Gem Show - Farwest Lapidary & Gem Society present this annual show featuring rocks, gems, slabs, tools, findings, machinary, beads and much more. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-756-4613 |
| Aug 04 | Circle the Bay 30km Run/Walk/Relay - Ferry Road Park, North Bend. 6:30am for walkers. 30km individual run/walk; long sleeve shirts, finishers medals. 30km Run or Walk Relay; three person teams, short sleeve shirts, plaques, ribbons for both individual and relay events. | 541-294-5230 |
| Sep 08-Sep 09 | Mill-Luck Salmon Celebration - Canoe races, cultural exhibits and demonstrations, children’s activities and a Native American marketplace and traditional salmon bake dinner at the Mill Casino. www.themillcasino.com | 541-756-8800 |
| Sep 08-Sep 09 | Southern Oregon Dahlia Society Show - Don’t miss these gorgeous displays at the Pony Village Mall. www.ponyvillagemall.net | 541-267-0740 |
| Coos Bay |
| Mar 02-Dec 07 | First Friday Wine Walk - Visit various downtown businesses to wine taste and shop. Commemorative wine glasses and maps will be sold for $10 each at the Coos Bay Visitor Center. | 541-269-0215 |
| May 26 | Memorial Day Parade www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-269-0215 |
| Jun 16 | Jennifer’s Catching Slough Class & First South Coast Half Marathon - Catching Slough Road and Coos River Highway, Coos Bay, 8:00am. 1M, 5Km, 13.1 M. Flat, fast, scenic out and back. Ribbons. Registration form is available on website. www.southcoastrunningclub.com | 541-267-6329 |
| Jun 30 | Clamboree! - Join the Empire celebration of the history, the clams, the culture, and the future of our area. When the Tide is out, the table is set! | 541-888-3020 |
| Jul 04 | 4th of July in Mingus Park Family Fun Day - Fishing ponds, face painting, FREE swimming, family competitions, clowns, kids entertainment, Boy Scouts, Monkey Bridge, Photos from the Heart, Furry Friends Therapy Dogs. Crafts and goodie bags, food available, and much more. Fireworks www.CoosBay.org | |
| Jul 04 | 23rd Annual Mayor's Firecracker Run - 1M, 4km www.SouthCoastRunningClub.com | 541-269-1199 |
| Jul 11-Sep 26 | Working Forest Tours - Spend a day in the woods with a Forester! FREE Guided tour through a working forest with a professional forester. Bring your kids and your questions. Info and sign up at Coos Bay Visitor Center. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-269-0215 |
| Jul 14-Jul 28 | Oregon Coast Music Festival - Opening Day Event at Mingus Park, Noon! Come enjoy wine, food, and music to start the 34th year celebration. Music festival has multiple dates. www.oregoncoastmusic.com | 541-267-0938 |
| Aug 25 | Star of Hope’s Bluegrass Bash! - Local favorites, fantastic food, a variety of vendors, a quilt and 50/50 raffle and, best of all, another FREE Bluegrass Concert! www.bluegrass.star-of-hope.com | 541-888-8893 |
| Aug 25-Aug 26 | Blackberry Arts Festival - Arts, crafts, jewelry, photography, paintings, prints, weaving, spinning, woodworking entertainment. Blackberry treats, food, drinks and a whole lot more! www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-269-0215 |
| Sep 04-Sep 25 | Music on the Bay - Free live music concerts held every Tuesday in Mingus Park, starting at 7 p.m. www.musiconthebay.com | 541-269-0215 |
| Sep 08-Sep 09 | Coos Basin Amateur Salmon Derby - Tickets $20 per person (free for under 13) and available for purchase at boat ramp on the day of the event or Englund Marine, Bites On tackle store, Y Marina and Coos Bay Marine. All proceeds go towards fish projects in Coos, Tenmile and Eel Lake Basins. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-759-2709 |
| Sep 14-Sep 16 | Cruz the Coos - More than 400 classic cars can be seen at this fun filled 3 day event. Friday night beach party, Saturday poker run at the Mill Casino Hotel, Saturday night Cruz the Coos through downtown Coos Bay, and a Sunday show and shine at Shore Acres State Park. www.sunsetclassicchevys.com | 541-888-3863 |
| Sep 15 | 33rd Annual Prefontaine Memorial Run - A 10,000 meter road race honoring one of America’s Greatest Distance Runners. 10km, or 2M walk. Hilly, out and back. www.prefontainerun.com | 541-269-1103 |
| Sep 15-Sep 16 | Coos Sand N’ Sea – Sea of Quilts XVIII - Quilt show features over 250 quilts, hourly demonstrations, exhibits, quilt block challenge entries, as well as challenge quilted articles, a vendors mall, a boutique of handmade items, vintage quilts, and raffle quilt. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-404-7638 |
| Sep 15-Sep 16 | Bay Area Fun Festival - A festival of fun for families! Live Entertainment, the famous Cruz the Coos, parade and so much more! Variety of vendors, arts and crafts and lots of different kinds of food. Beer & wine garden. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 800-824-8486 |
| Charleston |
| Jan 06-Dec 07 | South Slough Estuarine Reserve: Fit Friday Hike - Sponsored by the South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, the hike takes place on the first Friday of every month. www.southsloughestuary.org | 541-888-5558 |
| May 18 | Estuary Explorers: Migrations www.southsloughestuary.org | 541-888-5558 |
| May 19 | Tide of the Toddlers: Fish -
www.southsloughestuary.org | 541-888-5558 |
| May 19 | Paddle the Estuary www.southsloughestuary.org | 541-888-5558 |
| May 26-Sep 03 | SEA Docents at Simpson Reef - SEA docents available with spotting scopes and wildlife brochures from 10 AM-4 PM on weekends at the parking lot about one mile south of the entrance to Shore Acres State Park on Cape Arago Highway. Important marine mammal and seabird colonies habitat. www.sea-edu.org | 541-260-7770 |
| Jun 17 | Shore Acres Rose Sunday on Father’s Day - Rose experts in the garden, refreshments; 11am-4pm. ($5 parking fee) www.shoreacrespark.com | 541-888-3732 |
| Aug 04 | 54th Annual Salmon BBQ - Join us for the annual event to celebrate the yummy salmon! Hosted by the Kiwanis Club and featuring their renowned glaze, menu will include barbecued Salmon Steaks, coleslaw, baked potatoes, rolls, coffee, ice cream. Adults $14, Children 12 & Under $7. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-756-1282 |
| Aug 11 | Bonsai Day - Shore Acres State Park Garden House will be open, displays by the Bonsai Society. Cookies, coffee and punch. This event is free, plus please note there is a $5 parking fee. www.shoreacrespark.com | 541-888-2472 |
| Aug 11-Aug 12 | Charleston Seafood Festival - his family-friendly party includes plenty of great live music — from country to jazz — as well as games and contests for kids and adult. Crab race anyone? Beer and wine, and, of course, the bounty of the sea will be the center of the event. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-269-0215 |
| Aug 24-Aug 26 | Oregon Shorebird Festival - Activities planned for birders of all skill levels, including expertly guided land based field trips to Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, New River and the Coos Bay area. There is a pelagic trip for those who want to experience birding on the water. www.fws.gov/oregoncoast/shorebirdfestiva | 541-867-4550 |
| Sep 01 | Sunset Bay Trail Run - 1M, 4M, 15km. Challenging, hilly. Shirts. awards. Starts at Sunset Bay State Park. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-290-7530 |
| Coquille |
| Jun 02 | Gay 90s Celebration & Parade www.coquillechamber.net | 541-396-3414 |
| Aug 04 | Fireman's BBQ at Sturdivant Park www.coquillechamber.net | 541-396-3414 |
| Aug 18 | Kiwanis City Wide Garage Sale at Sturdivant Park www.coquillechamber.net | 541-396-3414 |
| Bandon |
| Apr 15-May 28 | Birding at Coquille Point - SEA provides docents (wildlife interpreters) during the spring at the Coquille Point view parking lot at the west end of 11th Street in Bandon. Docents are available from 10 AM to 1 PM on weekends. www.sea-edu.org | 541-260-7770 |
| May 19 | Bandon Showcase: Harry James Orchestra - The group features show-tunes, standards, love songs, and music from the ‘Golden Age of Swing.’ The Harry James Orchestra is sustaining the music that made James and others of the era household names and heroes to every young American. www.bandonshowcase.org | 541-347-SHOW |
| May 26 | U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY COURTESY BOAT INSPECTIONS Port of Bandon | (541) 347-3206 |
| May 26 | Blessing of the Fleet/Lost at Sea Ceremony -
Donations of Flowers and Wreaths gratefully accepted. U.S.C.G. Coquille River Patrol carries wreaths/flowers out to sea. | |
| Jun 09-Jun 24 | The Bandon Playhouse - "Blithe Spirit" - The Bandon Playhouse presents this ghostly Noel Coward comedic
classic at The Sprague Community Theater. Weekends. Adults $12.
Seniors & Children $10 thebandonplayhouse.org | 541-347-1292 |
| Jul 04 | Family Fun Day & Fireworks www.bandon.com | 541-347-9616 |
| Jul 20-Jul 21 | Golf for Health Classic V - A charitable 4-person scramble tournament benefiting health care services in Bandon on Saturday, 8:30am at Bandon Crossings Golf Course.
Reception at Old Bandon Golf Links on Friday. www.bandongolfclassic.org | 541-329-1040 |
| Aug 04-Aug 05 | Port of Bandon's Fifth Annual "Windfest" - Bandon's 5th Annual WindFest! Vendors, Music, Wind Demonstrations, Food-Family Fun, Kite Making/Flying...Vendors wanted!
FREE Summer Fun Event Port of Bandon | 347-3206 |
| Sep 07-Sep 09 | Cranberry Festival - The Cranberry Capital of Oregon celebrates with a whole weekend of fun for the whole family. www.bandon.com | 541-347-9616 |
| Myrtle Point |
| Jul 24-Jul 28 | Coos County Fair www.co.coos.or.us/Departments/CoosCounty | 541-572-2002 |
| Powers |
| Jun 09 | Powers Townwide Garage Sale - Treasures for all tastes. Over 50 sites | 541-439-2313 |
| Jul 06-Jun 09 | White Cedar Days - Treasures for all tastes. Over 50 sites | 541-439-2313 |
| Jul 06-Jul 08 | White Cedar Days - Annual Independence celebration with baseball tournament, parade, Sat. night fireworks,vendors. Camping at County Park. | 541-439-2313 |
| Aug 05 | Alumni and Oldtimers Picnic - Annual Powers alumni and oldtimers picnic at the County Park. | 541-439-2313 |
| Port Orford |
| Apr 01-Oct 31 | Hughes House, Cape Blanco Lighthouse, & Lifeboat Station Tours www.capeblancoheritagesociety.com | |
| May 26-May 27 | Cedar Festival - Carvings, furniture, wall art, wood burnings, carving demonstrations. | 541-348-2371 |
| Jun 02 | Period crafts at Hughes House www.capeblancoheritagesociety.com | |
| Jun 09 | Cape Blanco Lighthouse Free Admission Day -
www.capeblancoheritagesociety.com | |
| Jul 04 | 4th of July - Rotary Pancake Breakfast: 7-10 AM-ALH
Jubilee Parade: 11am Highway 101
Fireworks at Dusk: Battle Rock park
Event Brochures in town on arrival. www.portorfordoregon.com | |
| Jul 28 | Mildred Hill Concert: Heartwood Duo (Celtic) | 541-332-9002 |
| Sep 01-Sep 02 | Arts, Wine and Seafood Festival - Food and wine booths, arts & crafts from the coastal region, live musical entertainment by local talent, tuna BBQ. www.portorfordartcouncil.org | |
| Gold Beach |
| May 01-Oct 15 | Jet Boat Tours - Have a trip of a lifetime up the Rogue River on a jetboat. www.roguejets.com | 800-451-3645 |
| May 19-May 20 | 25th Annual America's Wild Rivers Coast Wine, Art & Music Festival - Fair/Festival www.goldbeachchamber.com | 541-247-0923 |
| Jun 14-Jun 17 | Pistol River Wave Bash - Windsurfing, Kite Boarding & Paddle Board Competition www.americanwindsurfingtour.com | 800-525-2334 |
| Jul 04 | Fireworks Show - Firework Show at dusk at the port of Gold Beach. www.goldbeach.org | 800-525-2334 |
| Jul 06-Jul 07 | Fabulous 50's Fling - Car show, Free Movie: "American Graffiti", pancake breakfast and much more. www.sheriffjohnsclassiccars.com | 541-698-6190 |
| Jul 07-Jul 08 | Hydro Races on the Rogue http://sites.google.com/site/corra44/abo | 800-525-2334 |
| Jul 26-Jul 29 | Curry County Fair www.curryfair.com | 541-247-4541 |
| Aug 11-Aug 12 | Annual Fireman's Pancake Breakfast www.goldbeach.org | 800-525-2334 |
| Aug 24-Aug 26 | 13th Annual Hospice Rummage Market www.goldbeach.org | 800-525-2334 |
| Aug 25 | Rogue River Salmon Derby www.goldbeach.org | 800-525-2334 |
| Sep 08 | Brew and Art Fest - More than 20 different types of beer, art, and entertainment. www.goldbeachbrewfest.org | 800-525-2334 |
| Sep 08 | Bike the Rogue River www.goldbeachbiketherogue.org | 800-525-2334 |
| Sep 15-Sep 16 | Festival of Quilts - The show is being held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Event Center. www.goldbeach.org | 800-525-2334 |
| Pistol River |
| May 19 | Pistol River Concert Association: Ray Bonneville - Ray Bonneville calls his music "a gumbo of American roots stylings." A style that involves a tremendous amount of sound: laying down complex guitar grooves, rock-solid footboard percussion, intricate harmonica licks, and weathered vocals. www.pistolriver.com | 541-247-2848 |
| Jun 02 | Pistol River Concert Association: Houston Jones - Houston Jones remains one of the West Coast's most talented and entertaining bands with down-home honky-tonk, a little bit of funk, experimental middle eastern influences, and basic Texas rhythm. www.pistolriver.com | 541-247-2848 |
| Jul 07 | Pistol River Concert Association 30th Anniversary Concert - Celebrating Three Generations of Guitar Masters" featuring Jaxon Williams with special guests Grant Ruiz and Joseph Thompson. www.pistolriver.com | 541-247-2848 |
| Brookings |
| May 25-May 28 | 73rd AZALEA FESTIVAL - Community-wide Festival includes a
Parade, Car Show, Street Fair, Childrens' Carnival, Flower & Plant Shows, Quilt Show, Memorial Day Service at the Port and much, much more. Brookings-Harbor Chamber of Commerce | |
| May 26-May 27 | Azalea Festival Art Show - Located in the Azalea Middle School gymnasium on Pioneer Road, the hours are 11am-5pm. The show is judged and offers awards, includes exhibit by school students. On Saturday night, 6–9pm, there is a $5 charge for an evening of art.
entertainment.
| 541-469-1807 |
| May 26-May 27 | Party at the Port - Event features live bands, a beer garden, and a host of other May Day celebrations. www.brookingsharborchamber.com | 800-535-9469 |
| Jun 03-Sep 09 | American Music Festival - Admission-free community concert series production held in Azalea Park at 1 pm. From pop, big band, bluegrass, folk and celtic to rock, swing, jazz and zydeco, AMF has something for everyone. www.brookings.or.us | 541-469-3181 |
| Jun 04-Oct 15 | Original Brookings Harbor Saturday Farmers' Market - Fresh, local produce. Various artisans with their handcrafted items. Fresh breads and musical entertainment. Every Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on the Boardwalk, Port of Brookings Harbor www.port-brookings-harbor.com | 541-469-9522 |
| Jun 30 | Twice as Good in Concert - This Native American, Ultimate Blues duo will perform their high energy Blues, Soul, and Rock & Roll with screaming guitar and soulful vocals backed by the 2XG band in one not-to-be-missed show! Lucky 7 Casino Tolowa Event Center | |
| Jul 04 | 4th of July Fireworks www.brookingsharborchamber.com | 800-535-9469 |
| Jul 13-Jul 14 | 2012 Relay for Life Celebration - The 2012 Relay for Life Celebration is Friday July 13th, 2012 through Saturday July 14th, 2012 at the
Brookings-Harbor High School Football Field. | |
| Jul 21-Jul 22 | Southern Oregon Kite Festival - Some of the most well known kite fliers and kite makers perform and display their creations. Free kids kite making, local food, gift and craft shops, kite demonstrations, kite auction, and fun for all ages! www.southernoregonkitefestival.com | 541-234-4866 |
| Jul 27-Jul 29 | Pirates of the Pacific Festival - Re-enactors provide cannon fire and sword play, magicians, jugglers, children’s events, old salty sea dog tunes, pirate shanties, merchants, and more! www.piratesofthepacificfestival.com | 541-251-4422 |
| Aug 18-Aug 19 | Renaissance by the Sea - Artisans, medieval knights, plein air painters, lots of entertainment, arts, craft and food vendors on the Boardwalk at the Port of Brookings Harbor. www.brookingsor.com | 541-469-9522 |
| Aug 31-Sep 02 | Slam'n Salmon Ocean Derby www.slamnsalmon.com | 541-469-2218 |
