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Long Beach Peninsula
Ocean Park
Jun 21-Jun 22Northwest Garlic Festival - Arts, crafts & food booths. The return of the Clove Brothers. Garlic peeling games. Live music and old-fashioned family fun. www.funbeach.com800-451-2542
Jul 04Independence Day Grand Parade www.funbeach.com888-751-9354
Long Beach
May 24-Sep 01SummerFest - Clowns, bubbles, face painting, musicians, pets, contests, fun & games, a dunk tank and more! SummerFest events are FREE and family-friendly. www.funbeach.com800-451-2542
Jun 215K and 10K Beach-to-Chowder Run/Walk - Walk or run a 5K or run a 10K on hard packed sand. Nine age divisions for the runners and chowder at the end of the event! www.funbeach.com/events/beachrun800-451-2542
Jun 21Doggie Olympic Games - The Mission of the Doggie Olympic Games is to provide an environment where owners and dogs can bond, play and laugh together while providing important funding for our community’s “No Kill” shelter. www.funbeach.com800-451-2542
Jul 04Independence Day Fireworks on the Beach www.funbeach.com800-451-2542
Ilwaco
May 03-Sep 27Saturday Market at the Port - weekly Saturday Market with vendors selling arts, crafts, housewares, plants, foods, hand-sewn items, beauty makeovers, weekly entertainment & more! www.portofilwaco.com/saturdaymarket.html800-451-2542
May 14-May 19Tall Ships - The Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain sail into port and offer public dockside tours and 3 hour adventure sails. www.funbeach.com360-642-3143
Jun 06-Jun 08Tall Ships - The Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain sail into port and offer public dockside tours and 3 hour adventure sails. www.funbeach.com360-642-3143
Jun 13-Jun 17Tall Ships - The tall ships Lynx and Bounty sail into port and offer public dockside tours and re-enactors portraying the Royal British Navy. Free educational booths on June 14 only. www.funbeach.com360-642-3143
Jun 14-Aug 23Waikiki Beach Concert Series - June 14: Casey Neil Trio, June 28: Celilo, July 12: Don Hottell's Ragtime Jazz Band, July 26: The Oceanfloor Orchestra, August 9: Beerman Creek Stringband, August 23: Hank Cramer and Constellation's Crew www.funbeach.com360-642-3029
Jun 27-Jun 28Relay For Life - Relay For Life is a fun-filled overnight event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money to help the American Cancer Society. During the event, teams of people gather at the Ilwaco High School track and take turns walking or running laps. www.relayforlife.org800-ACS-2345
Jul 05Independence Day Fireworks at the Port www.funbeach.com360-642-3143
Peninsula
Jun 28Water Music Festival - A garden tour of many unique gardens throughout the Peninsula with recordings of the music. www.watermusicfestival.com800-451-2542

Northern California
Crescent City
May 17Ruby Van Denventer Flower Show - Held at the Crescent City fairgrounds. www.northerncalifornia.ne707-457-3485
Jun 07Crescent City Motorcycle Poker Run - Ride starts at Elk Valley Casino at 9:00am. Cost: $25.00 Indiv / $35.00 Couple Price includes a Tri-Tip BBQ at the end of the run, Ride Pin for the first 200 participants, and Raffle Ticket. Ride goes to Cave Junction and back to Crescent City.707-464-4861
Jul 25-Jul 26Relay For Life - The 9th Annual American Cancer Society Relay for life will be held from 6pm-6am at the Del Norte High School Track. www.northerncalifornia.net800-343-8300
Jul 31-Aug 03Del Norte County Fair www.dnfairgrounds.com707-464-9556

Oregon Coast
Astoria
May 09-Nov 15Victorian Vogue www.cumtux.org503-325-2203
May 11-Oct 05Astoria Sunday Market - Astoria Sunday market combines fresh produce, local arts & crafts, food, music and more in a lively atmosphere. The market covers four city blocks with over 200 vendors. www.astoriasundaymarket.net503-325-1010
Jun 14Father’s Day Classic Car & Truck Show www.astoriakoa.com800-562-8506
Jun 20-Jun 29Astoria Festival of Music - This year's theme is "Forever Young, Leonard Bernstein 90th Birthday Celebration." www.liberty-theater.org800-875-6807
Jun 20-Jun 22Scandinavian Midsummer Festival - Three days of Scandanavian traditions. Dancing, music, food, trolls and colorful costumes that will bring the old country heritage to life. www.astoriascanfest.com800-875-6807
Jul 03North Coast Symphonic Band Fourth of July Concert www.liberty-theater.org800-875-6807
Jul 04Fireworks, Parade, and Activities www.oldoregon.com800-875-6807
Warrenton
May 01-Sep 30Mishler Underground Bunker and Truck Tours, Fort Stevens State Park www.visitfortstevens.com503-861-2000
May 17Armed Forces Day - Fort Stevens State Park www.visitfortstevens.com503-861-2000
May 24-May 25Memorial Weekend “Celebrating Veterans and Freedom” - Fort Stevens State Park www.visitfortstevens.com503-861-2000
Jun 14Flag Day Activities and Celebration - Fort Stevens State Park www.visitfortstevens.com503-861-2000
Jun 21-Jun 22Attack on Battery Russell - Fort Stevens State Park www.visitfortstevens.com503-861-2000
Jul 19-Jul 20World War II Reenactment - Fort Stevens State Park www.visitfortstevens.com503-861–1470
Aug 30-Sep 01Civil War Reenactment - Fort Stevens State Park www.visitfortstevens.com503-861–1470
Gearhart
May 24Firemen’s Ball - Annual Gearhart Volunteer Fire Department Firemen’s Ball is casual, fun and affordable! It starts at 8pm, is open to the public, and is only $10 per person. Beer & wine, music & dancing and scrip gambling. Fundraiser for the Volunteer Fire Department.
Jul 04Old Time July 4th Parade - The Parade beings at noon between the Pacific Ocean and the historic Gearhart Golf Links, winds its way to Pacific Way where it ends at the Gearhart Fire Hall. It is filled with children on decorated bikes, fire trucks, and a kazoo band.
Jul 26-Jul 27"Colored Pencil on Toned Surfaces" - Author Kristy Kutch's colored pencil/watersoluble colored pencil workshop, sponsored by Trails End Art Association. Fee includes samples of art supplies. www.artshow.com/kutch/workshops.html503-458-5541
Seaside
May 17Downtown Wine Walk www.seasideor.com503-717-1914
Jun 14Muscle Beach Cruz Car Show www.flashbackinseaside.com503-717-8530
Jun 26-Jun 28Miss Oregon Scholarship Program www.seasidechamber.com503-738-8585
Jul 04Parade, Old Fashion Social, Street Fair, Fireworks www.seasidechamber.com503-738-6391
Jul 11-Jul 12BikeFest www.flashbackinseaside.com503-717-8530
Cannon Beach
Jan 01-Dec 31Haystack Rock Awareness Program - Weather and tide permitting HRAP staffers are on the beach on most low-tide mornings. The program features: Bird Stations with Spotting Scopes, Display tanks and microscopes,Interpretative signs and informative brochure, Trained Naturalists. www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us503-436-1581 ext 108
May 30-Jun 01Cannon Beach Film Festival503-436-1242
Jun 07Sandcastle Day - Each year on Sandcastle Day, the beach is transformed into a temporary gallery of imaginative sand sculptures. Sandcastle Day has been a tradition in Cannon Beach since 1964.It has grown into one of the largest sand building contests on the West Coast. www.cannonbeach.org503-436-2623 ext 3
Jul 04Parade and North Coast Symphonic Band www.cannonbeach.org503-436-2623
Manzanita
Jun 14Kids Kite & Craft Fair www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org503-368-3846
Nehalem Bay
May 24Memorial Weekend Blues Festival - Featuring Norman Sylvester and Bond St. Blues Band at the Nehalem Bay Winery. www.nehalembaywinery.com888-368-9463
Jun 14Juneteenth Celebration - Featuring Rhythm Culture at the Nehalem Bay Winery. www.nehalembaywinery.com888-368-9463
Jul 04Independence Day Celebration - Free BBQ & live band at the Nehalem Bay Winery. www.nehalembaywinery.com888-368-9463
Wheeler
Jun 14-Jun 15Crab Festival www.nehalembaychamber.com877-368-5100
Rockaway Beach
May 17-May 18Kite Festival www.rockawaybeach.net503-355-8108
May 24-Sep 28Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Tours - Enjoy the beautiful Oregon Coast line by riding the rail behind a 1910 Heisler Steam Locomotive. This scenic trip chugs along Tillamook Bay and gives passengers views of the ocean. Great for all ages, this trip will give you a glimpse into history. www.ocsr.net503-842-7972
Jun 14Wine, Cheese & All That Jazz - A full slate of jazz artists perform for this Portland Rose Festival-sanctioned event. Event includes food, wine tasting, music and dancing. www.rockawaybeach.net503-355-8108
Jul 044th of July Celebration - Celebrate 4th of July with good old-fashioned fun! Parade, Kids Fun Day at the Beach, Auction, and Grand Fireworks. www.rockawaybeach.net503-355-8108
Aug 16-Aug 17Arts & Crafts Fair - Fair is over 25 years old. All items sold are completely handmade by the vendor. Items vary from tie dye to bird houses, exquisitely woven baskets to jewelry, dog beds to hand-tooled leather belts and much more. Event includes food booths and music. www.rockawaybeach.net503-355-8108
Sep 20-Sep 21Autumn Festival www.rockawaybeach.net503-355-8108
Dec 13Christmas & Sing-A-Long www.rockawaybeach.net503-355-8108
Garibaldi
May 01-Oct 31Garibaldi Museum - Maritime Museum Open to Public - Open Thurs - Monday, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM $3.00 admission, seniors and children under 18 is $2.50, children 5 and under are free. www.GaribaldiMuseum.com503-322-8411
May 16-May 17Bounty on the Bay www.tbnep.org503-322-2222
May 17Oregon Coast Steam Adventure - Full day vintage rail adventure from Garibaldi to Wheeler, along the Nehalem River, and into Salmonberry using a 1910 steam locomotive. Includes picnic lunch at Nehalem Bay Winery and stops for photography. Limited seats available! www.railsnw.com800-717-0108
May 24-Sep 28Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Tours - Enjoy the beautiful Oregon Coast line by riding the rail behind a 1910 Heisler Steam Locomotive. This scenic trip chugs along Tillamook Bay and gives passengers views of the ocean. Great for all ages, this trip will give you a glimpse into history. www.ocsr.net503-842-7972
Oct 04Oregon Coast Steam Adventure - Full day vintage rail adventure from Garibaldi to Wheeler, along the Nehalem River, and into Salmonberry using a 1910 steam locomotive. Includes picnic lunch at Nehalem Bay Winery and stops for photography. Limited seats available! www.railsnw.com503-292-5055
Tillamook
May 06-Jul 06Ginger Christmas - The Many Moods of Me - Latimer Quilt & Textile Center - Crossstitch, dolls, needlepoint. Open House May 11 Mothers Day503-842-8622
May 16-May 17North Oregon Coast Law Enforcement and TLC Mustangs & Fords Club Cruise-In and Show & Shine - In support of Special Olympics and the Law Enforcement Torch Run. Cruise is in downtown Tillamook 6 to 10 pm on Friday, the car show starts on Saturday at 8 am at the Tillamook Cheese Visitor Center parking lot. www.tillamookchamber.org503-842-2522
Jun 07Tillamook County Fair Open Horse Show www.tillamookchamber.org503-398-5119
Jun 07Free Fishing Day - Trask River Hatchery: 8 am to Noon -8 yrs and younger, noon to 3 pm - 9 yrs and older.Contact Jim Skaar 503-842-4090. Free Fishing Derby at Hebo Lake has a 8 am registration. Contact Hebo Forestry Dept 503-392-3161. www.tillamookchamber.org
Jun 14-Sep 27Tillamook Farmer’s Market - Market is located at Second and Laurel Avenue in downtown Tillamook. www.tillamookfarmersmarket.com503-842-5800
Jun 19-Sep 25Farmer’s Market on Thursdays - Market is in the 600 block of N. Main Ave. (Hwy. 101) across from the old Safeway building. www.tillamookfarmersmarket.com503-842-5800
Jun 21-Jun 22Quilt Show - At the Tillamook County Fairgrounds. www.tillamookfair.com503-965-6774
Jun 28-Jun 29Tillamook County Rodeo - The Northwest's finest cowboys & cowgirls compete in Bareback Riding, Steer Wrestling, Bull Riding, Wild Cow Milking, Saddle Bronc Riding, Barrel Racing, Calf Roping, and Breakaway Roping. Activities include a western dance and barbecue. www.tillamookrodeo.com503-842-7525
Jun 28June Dairy Festival - The 2008 June Dairy Parade, with the theme “Hooked on Tillamook” is scheduled for Saturday in downtown Tillamook. This year marks the 51st Anniversary of the Parade which is considered to the second largest parade in Oregon, averaging about 150 entries. www.gotillamook.com/junedairy.htm503-842-7525
Jul 08-Sep 07Caroline Burton, Walking Forward - Latimer Quilt & Textile Center - Open house July 13 www.latimerquiltandtextile.com503-842-8622
Aug 01Moonlight Madness www.tillamookchamber.org503-842-3493
Aug 06-Aug 09Tillamook County Fair “Looking Great in ‘08” - There's plenty to do and see at the fair, including horseracing, a carnival,Brad's WORLD REPTILES,the Clown of Many Faces, Karen Quest - Cowgirl Tricks,Jeff Martin, the Blond Curly Haired Magician, and more. www.tillamookfair.com503-842-2272
Aug 16Tillamook Bay Run - Competitive 5 mile Trail Run or a 10 mile Trail Run. For Walkers there is a 5 mile Walking Course. The Bay Run is held at the Bayocean Spit, 3 miles West of Tillamook, Oregon between Tillamook Bay and the Pacific Ocean. www.gotillamook.com/tbr.htm503-842-7525
Aug 16-Aug 17Old Iron Show - The EDGE&TA Branch 159 Early Day Gas Engine & Tractor Association presents the show on Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 9am-3pm at the Blue Heron French Cheese Co. www.gotillamook.com503-842-3130
Aug 23-Aug 24Return from the Burn Celebration - At the Tillamook Forest Center from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. www.tillamookforestcenter.org503-815-6803
Aug 23The Great American Coastal Duck Race - All day family event with a duck race, kids events, and vendors at the Blue Heron French Cheese Co. www.gotillamook.com503-842-DUCK
Aug 29-Aug 31Moograss Bluegrass Festival - Pickin', jammin', food, friends, and fun in the cool of the Oregon Coast. www.moograss.com503-842-2566 ext. 2030
Sep 09-Nov 08Lynn Yale’s People of Cloth - Latimer Quilt & Textile Center - One of a kind figurative sculpture. Open house Sept 14. www.latimerquiltandtextile.com503-842-8622
Nov 11-Jan 04Latimer Collection Coverlets - Latimer Quilt & Textile Center www.latimerquiltandtextile.com503-842-8622
Cloverdale
Jul 05Clover's Day - Breakfast, Parade, Bazaar, Music www.pcnvchamber.org503-392-4340
Pacific City
May 17Reach the Beach - 18th Annual Clean Air Bicycle Challenge Benefit for the American Lung Association of Oregon. Starts from Portland, Salem, Grand Ronde, or Amity to the beach at Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City. www.rtb.kintera.org503-459-4508
Jun 21Brewer’s Summer Games www.pelicanbrewery.com503-965-7007
Jul 05Fireworks Display www.pcnvchamber.org888-KIWANDA
Jul 18-Jul 20Dory Days - The 49th annual festivals includes parade, bazaar, fish fry, dory boat demos celebrating the dory fleet and dory fishermen. www.pcnvchamber.org888-KIWANDA
Aug 02-Aug 03Cape Kiwanda Surf Contest www.capekiwandalongboardcontest.com503-965-SURF
Aug 23-Aug 24Nestucca Valley Artisans Art Fair503-392-3333
Lincoln City
Jan 01-May 26“Finders Keepers” Glass Floats on the Beach - More than 2,000 glass floats are placed on the beach, and are free to keep for those who find them. www.oregoncoast.org800-452-2151
May 17Mid-May Plant Exchange - An opportunity for gardeners to bring plants to share and take home new plants free of charge. Visit with other local gardeners and learn about the plants that thrive in the coastal climate. www.conniehansengarden.com541-994-6338
May 17Mutt Masters Dog Show and Olympics - Does your dog have what it takes to go for the "gold"? Categories range from sweetest kisser to longest ears and much more! www.oregoncoast.org/mutts800-452-2151
May 23-Jun 30Colville Foundation Art Show - At the Lincoln City Cultural Center.541-994-9994
May 24Cause 4 Paws - At the Lincoln City Cultural Center. This outdoor festival and auction benefits the Lincoln County Animal Shelter. Bring a 10+ pound bag of dog or cat food and receive a $5 coupon good to use at vending booths at the festival. Admission is free.541-921-2045
May 25-Sep 28Farmers Market - Open from 9AM-2PM on Sundays. Enjoy the chance to revive your kitchen and home! Take the Green Leap by shopping at the Lincoln City Cultural Center for fresh deals on a variety of local goods and produce.541-867-6293
May 30-Jun 01Cascade Head Music Festival: Jazz Series - This weekend features the Pinot Noir Jazztet opening for The Midnight Serenaders on May 30, Whirled News on May 31 and The Steve Cannon Blow Hard Big Band on June 1. www.cascadeheadmusic.org541-994-5333
May 30-Jun 01Lincoln City Kiteboard Rodeo - Takes place on the beach near the Historic Taft District. This new community event will be held by the group who brings us the Nelscott Reef Tow-In Surf Contest. www.nelscottreef.com541-996-6122
Jun 12-Jun 15Cascade Head Music Festival: Classical Series - Takes place at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. Featured artists include DeRosa Ensemble on June 12, Florestan on the 13th and TonePoem on the 15th. www.cascadeheadmusic.org541-994-5333
Jun 13-Jun 15Glass Gallery Hop - Visit local galleries, enjoy the art and special exhibits and enter to win gift certificates toward the purchase of art.800-452-2151
Jun 14Festival of Gardens - Garden tours are planned, featuring a variety of garden styles in area. Plants are offered for sale at the Garden, along with membership information and other features of interest. Tickets $15 per person, $10 to members. www.conniehansengarden.com541-994-6338
Jun 14Soap Box Derby - The Soap Box Derby is back! The 2008 Derby will be a Green event.541-921-2306
Jun 14North Lincoln Hospital Foundation's 5th Annual Wine & Gourmet Gala and Auction541-996-7102
Jun 16-Jun 21Plein Air Art Festival & Quick Draw - Workshops during the week. Enjoy live music and art "in action" on the beach in the Historic Taft District on Saturday.541-996-2119
Jun 18Let There Be Arts June Concert Series541-994-5600
Jun 20-Jun 21Let There Be Arts June Concert Series. - Two Orchestra concerts.541-994-5600
Jun 2013th Anniversary Celebration at Chinook Winds Casino - Enjoy fireworks, a symphony and cake!888-CHINOOK
Jun 21Kyllo's Ocean's Edge 5k/2 Mile Fun Run - This annual event is held on the beach at low tide, starts at Kyllo's Restaurant at 8:30am. www.active.com
Jun 22Let There Be Arts June Concert Series - Fundraising concert.
Jun 28-Jun 29Summer Kite Festival - The theme for the 2008 kite season is Oodles of Octopi. Come and watch us attempt to break the world record of most Octopi in the sky. www.oregoncoast.org800-452-2151
Jul 04Fireworks on Siletz Bay800-452-2151
Jul 11-Jul 13Smokin' at the Ocean & Brewfest888-CHINOOK
Jul 17-Jul 20Lincoln County Fair www.co.lincoln.or.us/fair541-265-6237
Jul 18-Jul 20Battle at the Beach Amateur Boxing www.chinookwindscasino.com888-CHINOOK
Jul 26Orphan Plant Sale - For bargain hunters, the Orphan Plant Sale is our way of finding new homes for excess plants we have propagated. Find interesting specimens for modest prices, beginning at $1, "to a good home". www.conniehansengarden.com541-994-6338
Aug 02Sand Castle Contest - Takes place in the Historic Taft District.541-996-3800
Aug 30-Aug 31Art at the Beach - Takes place at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. Art, music, food and fun!541-921-2045
Sep 13Fall Plant Sale - Just in time for fall planting--a sale with lots of unusual varieties to add interest to any garden. Plenty of old favorites available, too. Great for collectors who enjoy finding something special! www.conniehansengarden.com541-994-6338
Dec 06Open House and Craft Sale - Visit with friends and Garden Volunteers, enjoy light refreshments, and shop among crafts created by local garden enthusiasts, to celebrate the holidays. www.conniehansengarden.com541-994-6338
Gleneden Beach
Jul 044th of July Celebration - Visit Gleneded Beach for a full day of activities including a pancake breakfast, craft fair and parade. www.glenedenbeach.org
Depoe Bay
May 2663rd 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. www.depoebaychamber.org541-765-2889
Jul 03Fireworks at Boiler Bay www.depoebaychamber.org541-765-2889
Jul 12Cruise In to Drive Out Hunger - Have fun, bring some canned food, drive out hunger, see some outstanding cars, listen to some great music and be a part of the voting for your favorite car. www.depoebaychamber.org541-765-2889
Newport
May 10-Oct 25Saturday Farmers Market - Local organic growers and market gardeners bring their fresh produce to the market. Vibrant flowers (fresh and dried), color spots, perennials, herbs, and bedding plants. An assortment of items such as soaps, honey, breads, pastries, eggs, and much more www.newportfarmersmarket.org541-961-8236
May 16-May 17Brewer’s Memorial Fest - The fest is a benefit for the Oregon Humane Society and other Dog charities in Oregon. This year’s event includes 50+ microbreweries, local cuisine, live music, and dog events! www.brewersalefest.com541-867-3660
May 17Nye Beach Writers Series: Doug Thompson - author of “Whales: Touching The Mystery.” “A book that offers hope for the future of the whales and for all of us,” writes Jane Goodall. Co-sponsored with Hatfield Marine Science Center, Oregon Coast Aquarium, and Mountain Writers Series in Portland. www.writersontheedge.org541-265-2787
May 24-May 26Opening weekend for new exhibit Oddwater! at the Oregon Coast Aquarium www.aquarium.org541-867-3474
Jun 28SeaFest - SeaFest is a fun-filled day at the Hatfield Marine Science Center with hands-on learning about the natural world, cool exhibits, science learning activities, tours of labs, research vessels, seafood tasting, plus live entertainment and more! www.hmsc.oregonstate.edu/seafest541-867-0219
Jun 28Oregon Coast Gardening & Landscaping Expo - Expo includes garden oriented vendor booths with a wide variety of plants, landscape items and garden art. The expo includes a series of gardening and landscaping seminars.541-270-0892
Jul 04Fireworks over Yaquina Bay - Celebrate the 4th of July Newport style!1-800-COAST-44
Jul 05-Jul 06Oregon Coast Geezer Games www.newportseniorcenter.com541-265-9617
Jul 29-Aug 01"Colored Pencil: Delicate to Dynamic" - Kristy Kutch's colored pencil/watercolor pencil art workshop, minimum age 16. Preregistration required; welcome lunch, numerous demonstrations, and art-supply samples included. www.artshow.com/kutch/workshops.html219-874-4688
Aug 30Endless Summer - "Blast from the Past" - 50's-60's themed music and dancing featuring Johnny Limbo & the Lugnuts and the Nowhere Men 5-10 PM at Newport Armory Benefits the Lincoln County Children's Advocacy Center www.co.lincoln.us/cac541-574-0841
Toledo
Jun 18-Sep 24Wednesday Street Market - Every Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local vendors provide handcrafted items and fresh vegetables in an outdoor sidewalk sale. Enjoy summer outdoor concerts on the Main Street Deck across from City Hall each Wednesday from noon to 1pm. www.visittoledooregon.com541-336-2247 ext 215
Jul 25-Jul 27Toledo Summer Festival - Logging show, kids parade,fireworks carnival rides, craft and food vendors, bingo, a dunk tank, and beer garden. www.toledosummerfestival.com541-336-3181
Aug 03Antique Street Fair and Classic Car Show - Antique dealers from all over the state and region are on historic Main Steet for fair. In addition, classic cars, music and crafts will delight everyone! www.visittoledooregon.com541-336-3183
Aug 23-Aug 24Fourth Annual Port of Toledo Wooden Boat Show - Boat displays, maritime artists & vendors, live music, boat races, river cruises, family boat building and children's activities. Free admission. www.portoftoledo.org541-336-5207
Waldport
May 24-May 25Eclectic Arts Show541-563-7484
Jul 03Fireworks at Alsea Bay541-563-3872
Yachats
May 24Yachats Ladies Club Memorial Day Pie & Ice Cream Social - Held inside the Yachats Ladies Club House, 286 W 3rd Street. www.yachats.org541-547-3205
Jul 04Duck for Kids Race - Ducks are launched at the Yachats River Bridge. 1,000 rubber duckies are dropped from the bridge to race down the Yachats River! Watch from the beach at Yachats Ocean Road State Park. The first ducks across the finish line wins fantastic prizes. www.yachats.org541-547-3530
Jul 04Yachats Ladies Club Fourth of July Pie & Ice Cream Social541-547-3205
Jul 04Yachats la de da Parade, Festivities & Fireworks Show www.yachats.org800-929-0477
Jul 11-Jul 13Yachats Music Festival - Cameo performances by 20 to 30 major classical artists. www.yachats.org510-601-7919
Jul 12Yachats Smelt Fry - All you can eat smelt, with rolls, coleslaw, pickles, chips and drink. Sausage with soft drink and all the fixings also be available, as will dessert. Lively entertainment includes Oregon's Old-Time fiddlers and a local German Umpa band. www.yachats.org541-547-5171
Jul 19-Jul 20Yachats Coastal Garden Tour www.yachatshealthclinic.org541-547-3301
Aug 02-Aug 03Pathways to Transformation - Health, Psychics, and Crafts Fair. Held inside the Yachats Commons, Hwy. 101 and W 4th Street. 541-547-4664
Florence
May 16-May 18Rhododendron Festival www.florencechamber.com541-997-3128
May 31-Jun 01U.S. Open Armwrestling Championship www.threeriverscasino.com877-3-RIVERS
Jun 21Sand Master Jam www.sandboard.com541-997-6006
Jun 21Coastal Cuisine - This 1st Annual Event features restaurants, wineries and microbrews from the Oregon Coast offering tastes of their signature products. Music and door prizes also! A benefit for Florence Food Share. www.threeriverscasino.com541-997-9110
Jul 02-Jul 054 Days of the 4th of July www.florencechamber.com541-997-3128
Mapleton
Jun 22Siuslaw River Triathlon www.eclecticedgeracing.com541-268-4289
Gardiner
Jul 04Fireworks and Celebration - Fireworks at night and activities during the day include: their annual potluck picnic, along with games for the kids, including snail races, water balloon toss, and a watermelon-eating contest. For the "older kids," there will be an egg toss.541-271-4063
Reedsport
May 25-May 27Memorial Weekend Celebration - Theme is “Honoring Veterans Past, Present, & Future”. Performances by the 29 Palms Marine Corp Marching Band. The Green Beret Paratroopers jump into the Memorial Service. Fly-by from an F-15 squadron. Parade, booths, BBQ, and live entertainment. www.reedsportcc.org800-247-2155
Jun 12-Jun 15Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships - Professional chainsaw sculpture carvers from around the world gather at Rainbow Plaza in Reedsport. Come and meet the artists and enjoy super sales on carvings. Live Band and dance on Saturday night. www.odcsc.com800-247-2155
Winchester Bay
Jul 04Fireworks Over The Bay www.reedsportcc.org541-271-4471
Jul 18-Jul 20Ocean Fest - Live music, bazaar, children's parade, Open House at the shops, jet boat rides, seafood barbecue, Coast Guard demonstrations. A summer's worth of fun packed into three days. 541- 271-1510
Jul 30-Aug 03Dunefest - Events include drag races, challenges and more. In addition to all the action on the sand, you'll find ATV vendor booths, food, music and exhibitions featuring the latest products and vehicles. www.dunefest.com800-247-2155
Lakeside
Jul 03-Jul 05Independence Day Celebration - Fireworks, Street Faire, Classic Car Show Saturday, Drawings, Bake Sale and fun, fun, fun. www.lakesideoregonchambers.com541-271-3495
Aug 09Cardboard Boat Races www.lakesideoregonchambers.com541-759-3981
Aug 16-Aug 17Columbia Drag Boat Association Lakeside Races www.cdbaracing.com541-759-3981
North Bend
May 18-Jun 30Coos Sand and Sea Quilt Show - Open 9am to 5pm daily. Come see the beautiful wall hangings and quilts made by local quilters, in a gallery atmosphere.541-756-4466
May 24-May 26Wild West Days Featuring the Bay Area Bull Bash - Get ready for a wild time! Outdoor arena, entertainment, a Cowboy Western Dance in the Salmon Room Fri & Sat night and much more! www.themillcasino.com541-756-8800
Jun 27-Jun 28Southwestern Oregon Rose Society Show - The show is at the Pony Village Mall and is open to the public and any amateur rose grower may enter the exhibits.541-756-3595
Jun 28Bay Area Lumberjack Competition - Competitors from all over the world vie for prize money totaling over $9500. Sawing, chopping, speed climbing and tree topping. Always fun and always free. www.themillcasino.com541-756-8800
Jul 03Fireworks at The Mill - Family friendly event is always popular and tons of fun with great festival food and drink, clowns, caricature artists, magicians, face painters, juggles and a spectacular fireworks show over the bay at dusk. www.themillcasino.com541-756-8800
Coos Bay
May 14-Oct 29Downtown Farmer's Market - Downtown Coos Bay, Every Wed 9am - 3pm. Farm fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants and more! 541-269-0215
May 18South Coast BBQ RIB Cook-Off - Located at Oregon Ranch Meats 723 S. 2nd Street, Coos Bay, behind: Les Schwab & Oregon Tool. All proceeds will go to benefit local charities.$5.00 per Adult, $3.00 per child under 12 $3.00 senior citizen 60+541-267-2300
May 24Memorial Day Parade - The theme of the parade will be THIS IS OUR COUNTRY, PEACE IS AMERICAS DREAM.541-267-4702
May 31NW Natural BBQ Fundraiser - Fundraiser for South Coast Food Share, 11am to 2pm at the Wal-Mart parking lot. All proceeds go to feed hungry families in our communities.541-888-7094
Jun 06-Jun 081812 PRIVATEER LYNX & HMS BOUNTY TALL SHIPS - 122-foot square topsail schooner Lynx is an interpretation of a naval schooner from the War of 1812. Climb aboard and step back in time as you relive history. Grand Arrival 3pm. Dockside tours and Adventure Sails available. www.privateerlynx.com866-446-5969
Jul 04Mingus Park Family Fun Day - Free swimming, fishing ponds, face painting, family competitions, clowns, kids entertainment, Monkey Bridge, Furry Friends Therapy Dogs. Crafts and goodie bags, food and more. Fireworks provided by the City of Coos Bay at dusk on the waterfront.800-824-8486
Charleston
Jun 07State Parks Day www.shoreacres.net541-888-3732
Jun 15Shore Acres Rose Sunday Father’s Day - Ravishing Roses and Rose Experts Answering Questions! South Coast Wood Carvers Displays & Demos. Bay Area Artists Association - Paint-Out in the Gardens Garden House Open with Cookies, Coffee and Punch. www.shoreacres.net541-756-5401
Coquille
Jun 07Gay 90s Celebration - Parade, vendors, children's activities, music and much more. www.coquillechamber.org541-396-3414
Jul 19-Jul 20Victorian Tea - Located at AJ Sherwood B & B at 2 pm. Reservations required. Cost $15.541-396-2579
Port Orford
Apr 01-Oct 31Historic Hughes House and Cape Blanco Lighthouse Tours - Tours from 10 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. Closed Mondays. www.capeblancolighthouse.org www.hugheshouse.org541-332-9002
Jul 044th of July Jubilee - Parade at mid day and a spectacular fireworks at night in addition to other activities like: Rotary breakfast,Jerry can races, knot tying contest. www.discoverportorford.com/jubilee.php541-332-8055
Gold Beach
May 01-Oct 15Rogue River Mail Boat Trips Begins Daily Excursions - Rogue River Mail Boat Hydro-Jet Trips begin daily excursions. Mail Boats kick of 113 years of delivering the U.S. Mail and good old fashion family fun! Experience the beauty and excitement of the Rogue River and visit Gold Beach! www.mailboat.com800-458-3511
May 17-May 18World Championship Jet Boat Races www.goldbeach.org541-247-6617
May 17-May 18Art, Seafood, and Wine Festival - Enjoy Wine, Art, food, crafts, and wine tasting. Since 1984, this event is a Wine Tasting Classic. www.goldbeach.org541-247-0923
Jul 04Party at the Port - Old fashioned and upbeat celebration for all ages. Live music with the Ferguson Brothers Band and Heart & Soul. Food & Beer court, stuff for kids to do including a bounce house, climbing wall, giant slide, bean bag toss, and more. www.goldbeach.org541-247-0923
Jul 05-Jul 06Mari-Time Art Fest - The best seafaring works of local artists,seafood delights,comedy skits and live music. www.oregoncoastbooks.com541-247-2495
Jul 17-Jul 20Curry County Fair - Great entertainment, talent contest, bands, grand parade, livestock and carnival. www.goldbeach.org541-247-4541
Aug 23Summer Art Roll - Catch the free bus to all 7 galleries, enjoy music and food. www.goldbeach.org541-247-7858
Sep 06-Sep 07Oregon Coast Cycling Festival - Cycling in one of the world's most beautiful locales. Five separate fully supported routes. Proceeds of the Festival benefit the Curry Health Foundation and Wildlife Images Rehabilitation and Education Center. www.oregoncoastcyclingfestival.com541-251-0063
Sep 20-Sep 21Festival of Quilts - Quilts galore, dolls, vendors, handmade boutique and classes. www.goldbeach.org800-525-2334
 

 


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