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Long Beach Peninsula |
| Ocean Park |
| Sep 11-Sep 12 | Rod Run to the End of the World - This annual classic car show features thousands of automobiles, from Model As to the muscle cars of the 60s and 70s. The main events are
held at Wilson Field in Ocean Park, but the cars will be seen all over
the peninsula.
www.beachbarons.com | 360-665-3565 |
| Long Beach |
| May 28-Sep 06 | SummerFest! - Free family-friendly entertainment and activitie. Music in the gazebo, face painting, horse and wagon rides, balloons, Art in the Park, Make & Take crafts, Mother Goose and Friends and much more. www.funbeach.com | 800-451-2542 |
| Oct 08-Oct 11 | Peninsula Arts Association Fall Show - The 40th Annual PAA Fall Show will be showing over 60 local artists and
their unique works are available for viewing and purchasing. Raffle held with the proceeds benefiting a local high school scholarship.
www.beachartist.org | 360-665-6041 |
| Oct 09-Oct 10 | One Sky, One World Kite Carnival - The World Kite Museum joins people all over the globe to promote international friendship and peace.Participants can bring homemade kites or purchased ones; those who wish can make a kite at event headquarters.
www.worldkitemuseum.com | 360-642-4020 |
| Ilwaco |
| May 01-Sep 25 | Saturday Market at the Port - Shop for farm fresh produce, handmade crafts, fine art, plants, cut flowers, baked goods and mouthwatering prepared food. Watch the boats go by & catch of the day come in. Uniquely situated on the waterfront, open 10 am – 4pm. www.portofilwaco.com | 360-642-3143 |
| Sep 10 | Slow Drag at the Port - Hot Rods line up on Howerton Way at the port of Ilwaco 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.portofilwaco.org | 360-642-3143 |
| Oct 09-Oct 10 | 89th Cranberrian Fair - From cranberries to oysters, this area has long been heralded for its harvest.The Cranberry Festival includes local foods and traditions of local history with craft demonstrations, vendors, the Cranberry Trolley and more.
www.columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org | 360-642-3446 |
| Oct 24 | Graveyard of the Pacific - Columbia Pacific shipwreck heritage is commemorated annually with special events and exhibits. www.funbeach.com | 360-642-3029 |
| Chinook |
| Sep 04-Sep 06 | Chinook Art Festival - Juried arts & crafts featuring blown glass, stained glass, photography, jewelry, oil & watercolors, pottery & more! www.funbeach.com | 360-777-8715 |
| Peninsula |
| Oct 08-Nov 14 | Wild Mushroom Celebration - The Long Beach Peninsula is home to a variety of delectable wild mushrooms.In the fall,local restaurateurs and B&B owners delight patrons and guests with a number of special events celebrating the harvest of local wild mushrooms.
www.funbeach.com | 360-642-2442 |
| Oct 15-Oct 17 | Water Music Festival XXVI - A series of Chamber Music Performances featuring top-rated professional musicians playing Baroque, light Classical music and jazz. The festival consists of 5 concerts, includes a free concert on Saturday.
www.watermusicfestival.com | 360-642-2593 |
Northern California |
| Crescent City |
| Jul 03-Oct 30 | Farmers Market - Saturdays at the Del Norte County Fairgrounds. | 707-464-7441 |
| Jul 07-Oct 27 | BID Farmers Market - Takes place every Wednesday in the Tsunami Plaza from 11 am to 3pm. | 707-465-3877 |
| Sep 14 | Del Norte-Curry Community Concert Association: Dallas Brass - Classical to Dixieland, swing to Broadway, and Hollywood to patriotic. Concert begins at 7:30pm at Crescent Elk Auditorium, 994 G Street. Tickets may be purchased for $15 at the door. www.delnorte.org | 707-465-6572 |
| Sep 15 | Bike Tour | 707-464-2277 |
| Sep 17-Sep 18 | North Coast Redwood Writers Conference - Attendees have the opportunity to learn from an agent, a publisher, and published authors versed in fiction and nonfiction, including in writing essays, children's books, poetry, mysteries, science fiction and so on. www.ncrwc.org | 707-465-2300 |
| Oct 01-Oct 03 | Noll Longboard Classic - All are welcome to compete regardless of their level of experience, from first time surfer to life long surfer. www.noll.net | 707-465-4400 |
| Oct 02 | Habitat for Humanity Dinner and Auction - This annual fundraiser provides funds for Habitat for Humanity's work in our community. The dinner will be at the Cultural Center, starting at 5:30pm. | 707-464-4262 |
| Oct 08-Oct 09 | Sea Cruise - Car show held at Beachfront Park. Events include show and shine and car show. | 707-464-3174 |
| Oct 22 | Del Norte-Curry Community Concert Association: Quartetto Gelato - Concert features clarinet, cello, violin/vocals and a World Accordian Champion. It begins at 7:30pm at Crescent Elk Auditorium, 994 G Street. Tickets may be purchased for $15 at the door. | 707-465-6572 |
Oregon Coast |
| Oregon Coast |
| Sep 12-Sep 17 | The People's Coast Classic - Starting at the Columbia River and snaking down the Oregon Coast to
Brookings, this 363-mile ride combines cycling and adventure. Each day's route can be done at your own pace, with stops and activities along the way. Benefits the Arthritis Foundation.
www.thepeoplescoastclassic.org | |
| Sep 25 | Great Oregon Fall Beach Clean-Up www.solv.org | 800-333-SOLV |
| Dec 26-Jan 01 | Whale Watch Week www.whalespokenhere.org | 541-765-3407 |
| Astoria |
| Mar 20-Mar 05 | Crossing the Bar: Perilous Passage Exhibit - The Columbia River Maritime Museum hosts the new exhibit that takes a look at the legendary Columbia River entrance, where the forces of the mighty Columbia River and the Pacific Ocean meet, creating one of the most dangerous crossings on the planet. www.crmm.org | 503-325-2323 |
| May 09-Oct 10 | Astoria Sunday Market - 200 vendors each week offering locally-made products that have been hand-crafted, grown, created or gathered by the farmers, craftspeople www.astoriasundaymarket.com | 503-325-1010 |
| Sep 11-Sep 12 | Victorian Fun & Games - At the Flavel House Museum. www.cumtux.org | 503-325-2203 |
| Sep 16-Sep 18 | Blues By the Sea - Blues Music at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds. www.bluesbythesea.com | 503-325-4600 |
| Sep 18-Sep 19 | Pacific Commercial Fisherman’s Festival - Festival celebrates the commercial fishermen of the Pacific Northwest. www.astoriasundaymarket.com/cff | 503-325-1010 |
| Sep 24-Sep 26 | Pacific NW Brew Cup - Beer tasting and live music. www.bakedak.com | 503-325-6311 |
| Oct 03 | Great Columbia Crossing 10K Walk/Run - Experienced athletes and amateurs alike enjoy this opportunity to cross the mighty Columbia River on foot during the 10K Walk/Run. Participants start the race in Washington, cross the 4.1 mile-long Astoria-Megler Bridge and finish in Oregon. www.greatcolumbiacrossing.com | |
| Oct 15-Oct 17 | Astoria International Film Festival - Showcases the work of independent film and video artists and writers, with workshops and seminars for students of film and the public. Also features regional filmmakers who will highlight indigenous and regional cultures and a children’s film festival.
www.goaiff.com | 503-484-5122 |
| Oct 30 | Haunted Astoria - Tour several historic buildings in Astoria, Oregon. Hear tales of unexplained happenings along with history of the locations. Movie showing at the Historic Liberty theater and open mic to share your own ghostly experiences. www.oldoregon.com | 800-875-6807 |
| Oct 31 | Monster Bash - Halloween activities for the kids at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds, 5-7 PM. www.clatsopfairgrounds.com | 503-325-7275 |
| Oct 31 | Talking Tombstones - Tour the graveyard along the way you will meet colorful characters in costume talking about their character’s role in history. www.cumtux.org | 503-325-2203 |
| Warrenton |
| Sep 04-Sep 06 | Civil War Reenactment - This event is well known throughout the region for its realistic battle reenactments and Civil War era encampments. Much attention is given to details. Battles take place each day. Admission charged. www.visitftstevens.com | 503-861–1470 |
| Seaside |
| Jan 02-Dec 04 | 1st Saturday Art Walk www.seasidechamber.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Sep 09-Sep 12 | Wheels 'N' Waves Car Show www.seasidedowntown.com | 503-717-1914 |
| Sep 25 | Oktoberfest - Location: Seaside Elks Lodge, 324 Avenue A. | 503-738-6651 |
| Sep 25 | Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off www.seasidedowntown.com | 503-717-1914 |
| Oct 31 | Halloween Happenin's - On Halloween, the streets are filled with ghosts, cowboys, princesses, super heroes vampires and more as the downtown merchants provide goodies for trick-or-treaters. www.seasidedowntown.com | 503-717-1914 |
| Nov 06 | First Saturday Art Walk www.seasidechamber.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Nov 26 | Pacific Power Parade of Lights www.seasidechamber.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Nov 26-Nov 28 | Holiday Gift Fair www.seasidechamber.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Nov 26-Nov 28 | Holiday Gift Fair www.seasidechamber.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Nov 27-Dec 18 | Gingerbread Tea at the Butterfield Cottage - The Seaside Museum & Historical Society presents their annual Gingerbread Tea on the first Saturday after Thanksgiving and on the first three Saturdays in December. Tea times are from 1-4 p.m. www.seasidemuseum.org | 503-738-7065 |
| Dec 04 | First Saturday Art Walk www.seasidechamber.com | 503-738-6391 |
| Cannon Beach |
| Jul 01-Sep 26 | Haystack Rock Awareness Program - HRAP offers an extensive interpretive program on the beach at Haystack Rock during the spring and summer months. Our trained staff can answer questions on topics ranging from the simple to the complex. www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us | 503-436-8060 |
| Sep 11 | Cottage Tour - Tour highlights nearly 10 vintage beach cottages. A luncheon and lecture, beginning at noon, will be hosted at the Tolovana Inn. A reception at the History Center from 4:30-5:30 p.m. features wine tasting, door prizes, and a raffle. www.cbhistory.org | 503-436-9301 |
| Sep 25 | Acoustic Folk! Music Series: Steve Cheseborough Concert - Blues artist Cheseborough performs at the Cannon Beach History Center and Museum from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 per adult and $2 per child.
www.cbhistory.org | 503-436-9301 |
| Oct 06 | Harvest Fest Dinner www.thelumberyardgrill.com | 503-436-1197 |
| Oct 16 | 13th Annual Dog Show on the Beach - In celebration of our pets, Surfsand Resort created and is home of the dog show– a benefit for the local Clatsop County Animal Shelter. Every year this event gets bigger and crazier. It’s more like a dog festival with dogs of every shape, size, and mix. www.surfsand.com/pets | 800-547-6100 |
| Oct 30 | Acoustic Folk! Music Series: Robert Richter and Jessica Hitchborn Concert - Original songster Richter and violinist Hitchborn perform at the Cannon Beach History Center and Museum from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 per adult and $2 per child.
www.cbhistory.org | 503-436-9301 |
| Nov 05-Nov 07 | Stormy Weather Arts - Three days of art, music, and literary events including an art walk, art gallery receptions, "So you think you can paint," photography exhibits, and much more. Cannon Beach shops,restaurants and galleries will be hosting events throughout the weekend.
www.cannonbeach.org | 503-436-2623 |
| Mohler |
| Sep 04-Sep 05 | Nehalem Bay Winery Labor Day Weekend BBQ - Live music and bbq both days. www.nehalembaywinery.com | 503-368-9463 |
| Rockaway Beach |
| Sep 05 | Carnival in the Park - An old-fashioned afternoon full of family fun with local entertainment, food, carnival-type games, a dunk tank, raffles for kids and adults, and the "Goodie Walk". From noon-5pm in Seaview City Park. Admission is free. www.OregonsBestBeach.com | 503-355-8108 |
| Sep 18-Sep 19 | RocktoberFest/ Autumn Festival - Music all day, beer garden, vendor booths, and food booths. Come join the fun. Families welcome. Dance, eat and be merry. Celebrate the coming of Autumn. www.oregonsbestbeach.com | 503-355-8108 |
| Oct 30 | Oktoberfest - Sponsored by St. Mary's by the Sea. www.oregonsbestbeach.com | 503-355-8108 |
| Garibaldi |
| May 29-Sep 26 | Steam Train Season - 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.net | 800-685-1719 |
| Jun 01-Sep 30 | Old Mill Outdoor Market - Food, crafts, tools, plants, resale items and more. www.oldmill.us | 503-322-0322 |
| Sep 05 | Port of Garibaldi Film Showing - Documentary about 100 years of the Garibaldi port shows at 2 pm at the Garibaldi Maritime Museum. www.garibaldimuseum.com | 503-322-8411 |
| Sep 11 | Big Easy Express - The train trip includes a scenic ride from Garibaldi to Wheeler behind a 1910 steam engine and a Louisiana Po'Boy sandwich box lunch served onboard- and of course, the 'Big Easy Beat' will entertain you throughout the day, featuring live N'awlins musi www.railsnw.com | 503-292-5055 |
| Oct 10 | Port of Garibaldi Film Showing - Documentary about 100 years of the Garibaldi port shows at 2 pm at the Garibaldi Maritime Museum. Free www.garibaldimuseum.com | 503-322-8411 |
| Oct 31 | Halloween Celebration - Free admission to the Garibaldi Maritime Museum for all costume-wearers. Time: 10 am to 4 pm. www.garibaldimuseum.com | 503-322-8411 |
| Nov 12-Nov 13 | Old Mill Holiday Bazaar www.oldmill.us | 503-322-0322 |
| Tillamook |
| Jun 12-Sep 25 | Tillamook Farmer’s Market - Local artisans bring you the freshest produce, the best crafts, wonderful displays of fresh flowers and lots of entertainment to make your Saturday special. Takes place 9am-2pm every Saturday at 2nd and Laurel Avenue. www.tillamookfarmersmarket.com | 503-842-2146 |
| Sep 11 | Fishing Day for Kids with Disabilities - At the Whiskey Creek Hatchery from 10am-3pm. | 503-842-6519 |
| Sep 18 | "Moral Integrity and Self-Deception" with Lani Roberts - An Oregon Humanities Conversation Project, Tillamook County Main Library. www.tcpm.org | 503-842-4553 |
| Oct 02-Oct 03 | North Coast Seafood Festival - Music and dance from around the world,International food court featuring seafood,Oregon wines and microbrews, marketplace with Oregon Coast artists. Proceeds fund grade school art literacy programs. Admission: adults $8, seniors $5, students age 6-17 $5. www.northcoastseafoodfestival.com | 503-398-5223 |
| Oct 29 | Halloween Downtown | 503-842-7940 |
| Nov 03-Nov 05 | North Coast Salmon Rendezvous - Two full days of fishing with professional guides (or highly qualified anglers), outstanding food, friendly competition, fund raising auction, and lots of comraderie. Generate funds for fishery enhancement projects along the north Oregon coast. www.salmonrendezvous.com | 503-842-6313 |
| Nov 05-Nov 06 | TFC Holiday Bazaar - At the Tillamook County Fairgrounds. | 503-842-2272 |
| Netarts |
| Oct 22-Oct 23 | Netarts Community Club Fall Rummage Sale - Friday 8 am-6 pm, Saturday 8 am-2 pm at the Netarts Fire Hall on 5th St. Loop. | 503-842-2153 |
| Neskowin |
| Oct 09 | Harvest Festival - Annual celebration and fundraising event planned by the parents and staff of the Neskowin School. Includes auctions, raffle, arts and crafts vendors, music, entertainment, and food. www.neskowinvalleyschool.com | 503-392-3124 |
| Lincoln City |
| May 30-Oct 31 | Lincoln City Farmers Market - Experience the tastes and talents of The Central Coast. Fresh produce, meat, eggs, cheese, fruit, honey, flowers, plants, crafts, & live music at the Lincoln City Cultural Center . www.lincolncityfarmersmarket.org | 541-867-6293 |
| Sep 04 | Wings and Waves Birding Festival - Includes birding trips, silent auctions and lectures from world-renowned nature experts. At the Lincoln City Cultural Center. www.lincolncityaudubon.com | 541-996-1274 |
| Sep 11 | "Muscle Beach" Weight Lifting Event - Event at the Lincoln City Community Center begins with registration at 11AM and dead lift competition at 12PM. Open to women and men age 16 or older. www.oregoncoast.org | 541-994-2131 |
| Sep 11 | Summer SunSet Beachside Concert - Concert at Taft Waterfront Park features multiple Grammy Nominated Artist Geoff Byrd. www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Sep 12 | 20th Annual Lincoln City Sprint Triathlon - Starts at Regatta Park at 8:30AM. Register online or at the Lincoln City Community Center. Cost: $40-$75, includes T-shirt, swim cap, and refreshments. www.active.com | 541-994-2131 |
| Sep 17-Sep 19 | Iris Pride Festival - Lincoln City's annual Gay pride event - in the historic Taft District of Lincoln City. www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Sep 18 | Connie Hansen Garden Fall Plant Sale - Fall is a great time to add permanent plantings to your garden, and this sale is a good place to find a variety of interesting plants. Open 10am to 2 pm. www.conniehansengarden.com | 541-994-6338 |
| Sep 22-Sep 26 | Celebration of Honor - Community-wide celebration to honor veterans of the armed forces, active duty personnel and their families. Opening ceremony held on Friday at 1PM. Includes free concert featuring 4 Troops on Sept 25.
www.chinookwindscasino.com | 888-CHINOOK |
| Sep 25 | Summer SunSets Concert Series - Live music just off of the beach in the Historic Taft District.
www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Oct 01-Dec 31 | Nelscott Reef Tow In Classic and Big Wave Paddle In - With just a few days notice, top surfers from around the globe will make their way to the Oregon coast to compete in North America’s premier tow surfing contest, drawn by near-perfect 40 foot waves and the rugged lure of Nelscott Reef.
www.nelscottreef.com | |
| Oct 02 | Pacific NW Wild Mushroom Cook-Off - Enjoy mushroom-themed dishes from restaurants all over the state. Admission is free with tasting-sized portions available for a small fee. At the Culinary Center in Lincoln City from 11AM-2PM. www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Oct 09-Oct 10 | Fall Kite Festival - Enjoy demonstrations by expert fliers, kid's kite making, Rok Battle, raffles, kid's parade, and more fun in the sand! www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Oct 23 | Glass Float Gala - Gala kicks off the 2010-11 Finders Keepers glass float promotion. www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Nov 09-Nov 14 | Sitka Art Invitational - This year, 132 artists are offering over 500 pieces of art! Collectors and art buyers are a key factor in the success of this fundraising event at the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology. www.sitkacenter.org | 541-994-5485 |
| Nov 13 | Seafood and Chowder Cook-Off - At the Culinary Center from 11AM-2PM. Enjoy live cooking competitions, people's Choice, food vendors and more! Admission free, with tasting-sized portions available for a small fee. www.oregoncoast.org | 800-452-2151 |
| Nov 20 | Restoration Pow Wow - At Chinook Winds Casino Resort. www.chinookwindscasino.com | 888-CHINOOK |
| Nov 30-Dec 04 | Festival of Trees | 888-CHINOOK |
| Dec 01 | North Lincoln Hospital Foundation Snowflake Fashion Show | 541-996-7102 |
| Dec 04 | Holiday Open House & Craft Sale - Enjoy light refreshments while visiting with Connie Hansen Garden volunteers and friends in the cheerfully decorated Garden House. Local crafters will have unique gift items for sale. www.conniehansengarden.com | 541-994-6338 |
| Dec 19 | Gift of Music | 541-764-2371 |
| Depoe Bay |
| Sep 18 | 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 | 877-485-8348 |
| Oct 30 | Halloween Festivities - Fun games and food for children ages 0–12. Sponsored by the local teens. At Depoe Bay Community Center. Cost: Free www.depoebaychamber.org | 541-765-2889 |
| Dec 04 | A Whale of a Christmas - Amidst festive decorations and carolers, the Depoe Bay Christmas tree is lit. Join us for this truly magical event at the Whale Center. Free. www.depoebaychamber.org | 541-765-2889 |
| Newport |
| Nov 22-Dec 26 | Hatfield Marine Science Center: Back Wing Tours - Sundays, 11 am
Discover how aquarists care for our marine animal collection by
joining a free ‘behind the scenes’ 35-minute tour of the animal health wing at the HMSC Visitor Center. hmsc.oregonstate.edu/visitor | 541-867-0100 |
| May 08-Oct 30 | Saturday Farmers Market - Farm fresh produce, wild mushrooms, coffee, art and crafts, flowers, artisan bread, seafood and more! At Newport City Hall from 9am-1pm. www.newportfarmersmarket.org | |
| May 29-Sep 05 | Sea Lion Encounter - Learn about the Oregon Coast Aquarium’s pinnipeds, get a sea lion kiss and explore behind the scenes at the aquarium. Make reservations in advance. Every Saturday and Sunday. www.aquarium.org | 541-867-3474 x 2313 |
| May 29-May 05 | "Swampland" Exhibit at Oregon Coast Aquarium - Hundreds of creatures crawl, creep, and swim in the aquarium's new exhibit. Swampland shows the relationship between the flora and fauna of the world's great swamps, and why they need protection. Expect to see pythons, piranhas, and alligators. www.aquarium.org | 541- 867-3474 |
| Jul 02-Sep 17 | Nye Beach Artisan's Market www.nyecottage.com | |
| Sep 04-Sep 05 | Glass Pumpkin Patch - We will be featuring approximately 1,000 glass pumpkins in a variety of sizes, colors and prices. Each unique pumpkin will be signed by the artist. 9a.m.-5p.m. at Newport Armory North Parking Lot. discovernewport.com | |
| Sep 04 | Orchid Show - The Central Coast Orchid Society teaches how to live with your orchid, keep it healthy and alive, and bring it to bloom status. First Presbyterian Church, 10am-4 pm. Free. www.newportchamber.org | |
| Sep 05 | Oregon Coast Aquarium: Family Sleepover - Families spend the night in Passages of the Deep. Eat pizza, go on a scavenger hunt, participate in activities, then sleep with the sharks. Wake to breakfast & tour! Register in advance. www.aquarium.org | 541-867-3474 x 5301 |
| Sep 11-Sep 12 | Wild Seafood Weekend and Cook-off - Admission is $20 and includes seafood. Teams battle for the honorary title of "Best at the Bay." Sunday's events include a Wild Seafood Auction. A public market both days features vendors selling art, clothing, food, and fresh, wild-caught fish. www.newportfishermenswives.com | 541-574-5555 |
| Sep 11-Sep 12 | The Gathering: 8th Annual Longboard Classic - Rogue Ales renowned surfing event will be held September 11th and 12th, 2010 at the South Beach State Park in Newport, Oregon, right next to the Rogue World Headquarters! Competitive longboarders of all ages compete in 11 categories of surfing expertise. www.rogue.com | 503-803-6857 |
| Sep 11-Sep 12 | The Gathering: Longboard Surfing Classic - Rogue will be on the beach serving refreshments during the contest both days—sun, suds and surf—along with games and activities for all. During the contest raffle tickets on sale for a custom made Longboard to be raffled on Sunday. www.rogue.com | 541-961-0142 |
| Sep 18 | Nye Beach Writers Series: Willy Vlautin www.writersontheedge.org | 541-574-7708 |
| Sep 25 | Jellyfish Jubilee - An elegant celebration of food and wine benefiting the Oregon Coast Aquarium's exhibits and programs. The evening is enhanced by music, a silent auction, and one of a kind encounters with Aquarium residents. www.aquarium.org | 503-222-6433 |
| Oct 01-Oct 03 | Jazz at Newport - Nearly 20 jazz artists are on tap for this weekend filled with music on the coast! www.jazzatnewport.org | 888-701-7123 |
| Oct 16 | Nye Beach Writers Series: Pamela Steele & Penelope Scamply Schott www.writersontheedge.org | 541-574-7708 |
| Oct 30 | Creatures of the Day/Night - Halloween fun and food fund raiser. Creatures of the Day, 10am-4pm, for little kids includes spooky divers, face painting, maze, bean bag games, and candy. Creatures of the Night, 6:30-8:30 pm, welcomes the older kids to follow the “paths of scare." www.aquarium.org | 541-867-3474 |
| Nov 01-Jan 31 | 2010 Glass Treasures www.newportchamber.org | 541-265-8801 |
| Nov 06 | Oyster Cloyster - An elegant evening of fine food surrounded by musicians and merriment throughout the Oregon Coast Aquarium's exhibits. Funds raised are primarily
dedicated to the OCCC Aquarium Science program. www.occc.cc.or.us/oystercloyster | |
| Nov 18 | Lincoln Pops Orchestra Big Band | 541-272-9597 |
| Nov 20 | Writers on the Edge: Naseem Rakha & Kazim Ali www.writersontheedge.org | 541-574-7708 |
| Dec 03-Dec 05 | Holiday House Christmas Craft Show - Holiday House has items that are homemade and juried. Friday and Saturday 9-6, Sunday 10-3 at the site of the Yaquina Bay Yacht Club 750 SE Bay Blvd. | 541-336-5769 |
| Dec 03-Dec 04 | Oregon Coast Aquarium's Sea of Lights www.aquarium.org | 541-867-3474 |
| Dec 04 | Lighted Boat Parade www.newportchamber.org | 541-265-8801 |
| Dec 04 | Lincoln County Historical Society's Holiday Festival & Open House www.oregoncoasthistory.org | 541-265-7509 |
| Dec 08-Dec 12 | Festival of Trees | 541-574-1810 |
| Dec 16 | Lincoln Pops Orchestra Big Band | 541-272-9597 |
| Jan 16 | Lincoln County Historical Society's Crab Krack www.oregoncoasthistory.org | 541-265-7509 |
| Toledo |
| Jun 16-Sep 29 | Wednesday Street Market - We invite you to browse vendors, visit, have lunch at one of our local restaurants, and enjoy a free
noon concert outdoors on the North Main Street Deck. www.visittoledooregon.com | 541-336-2247 x 215 |
| Sep 04-Sep 06 | Art Walk Weekend - Meet two Nationally awarded "en plein air" artists Michael Gibbons and Ivan Kelly. Art Talks and live music, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. www.toledoarts.info | 541-336-2797 |
| Waldport |
| Sep 25 | Cruzin' for Crab - Car show with all cars 1979 and older welcome.
www.waldport-chamber.com | 541-563-2133 |
| Yachats |
| Nov 05-Dec 02 | YACHATS BIG BAND - Dance to the music of this 17-piece band on the FIRST THURSDAY of each month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Suggested Donation Adults $5; free for children under 12. Held at the Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 and W 4th St. | 541-265-2514 |
| Sep 04 | Ladies Club Labor Day Pie & Ice Cream Social - Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. www.yachats.org | 541-547-3205 |
| Sep 10-Sep 12 | Fall Blues Show & Shine americanstreetmasters.com | |
| Oct 15-Oct 17 | Yachats Village Mushroom Fest - Enjoy wild forest mushroom cuisine, expert led mushroom walks, talks and exhibits, culinary and fungi arts workshops, mushroom markets, wine tasting, and live entertainment. Guided mushroom walks, talks and exhibits are FREE. www.yachats.org | 800-929-0477 |
| Oct 22-Oct 23 | Guitar Fest - Come to Yachats for a fantastic evening of acoustic guitar music.Tickets available at Raindogs and Green Salmon in Yachats and Oceana and the Performing Arts Center in Newport. www.toeknee.org/calendar.html | |
| Oct 30 | Ghoul from the Tide Pool - A production of the Yachats International Film Festival. A cantankerous librarian joins forces with an All-American boy and his bodacious grandmother to lead their coastal village into a ruthless scuffle with the "Ghoul from the Tidal Pool"! Free. www.ci.yachats.or.us | 541-547-3565 |
| Nov 06-Nov 07 | Harvest & Holidays Arts & Crafts Festival - Show features a variety of unique hand-crafted products using wood, metal,glass, paper, photographic, fabric, literary, music, clay and needle arts; fine art in oil, acrylic, pastel, pen & ink, gel pen and watercolor; gourmet food products, and jewelry. | 541-547-4664 |
| Nov 12-Nov 13 | Coastal Celtic Music Festival - Once a year, the very best and brightest of the Celtic music world descend on Yachats for a weekend of incredible music, dance, art and craic. Now in it's tenth year, the festival features world renowned acts. www.coastalceltic.com | 503-459-8386 |
| Nov 26-Nov 28 | Yachats Arts Guild Winter Showcase - 10am-5pm Fri/Sat, 10am-3pm Sun. Members of the guild show a variety of artwork in Room 8 of the Yachats Commons. www.yachats.org | 800-929-0477 |
| Nov 26 | Village Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Open House www.yachats.org | 800-929-0477 |
| Dec 04 | Holiday Fashion Show - At The Drift Inn Historic Café & Pub featuring local and regional designers. FMI and tickets, please call The Drift Inn. | 541-547-4477 |
| Florence |
| May 22-Oct 31 | Florence Old Town Market ~ Outdoor Vendors Fair - Open air market on the Siuslaw River along the Board Walk. Every Sat 10am-6pm & Sun 11am-5pm. Arts, Crafts, Farmers produce. www.FlorenceOldTownMarket.com | 541-935-6600 |
| Sep 10-Sep 12 | Rods 'n Rhodies - Florence’s historic Old Town comes alive with the sights and sounds of some of America’s best rods and custom cruisers. www.florencechamber.com | 541-997-3128 |
| Sep 18 | Hobby Fair - Displays on sports cards, salt shakers, bonsai, model trains, ham radio,RC aircraft and more from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Florence Events Center. www.eventcenter.org | 541-997-1994 |
| Sep 18 | Horizon Folk Concert - Horizon’s music is primarily of the folk genre, but many styles and genres are tastefully blended into its repertoire. Tickets are $15. www.eventcenter.org | 541-997-1994 |
| Oct 02 | Wine and Chocolate Gala - Night of decadent delights includes tasty treats, sumptuous wines, and auction, all to benefit the Florence Humane Society. www.florencehumane.org | 541-997-4277 |
| Oct 08-Oct 10 | American Rhododendron Society Western Regional Conference - Demonstrations, plant sales, and seminars at Three Rivers Casino. www.siuslawars.org | |
| Oct 08-Oct 09 | Chowder, Blues & Brews - The annual festival offers food booths plus microbrews from some of the best breweries in the Northwest. The Oregon Coast Professional
Chowder Cook-off People's Choice tasting starts at 1 p.m. on Saturday. Live blues music.
www.florencechamber.com | 541-997-3128 |
| Oct 29-Oct 30 | Heceta Head Coastal Conference - Speakers, lectures, and panels that promote good ocean policy. www.hecetaheadconference.org | 541-997-1994 |
| Reedsport |
| Sep 21-Sep 23 | Tsalila Education Days - Tsalila stimulates an appreciation for salmon, the watersheds in which we live, and our cultural heritage. www.tsalila.com | 541-271-3495 |
| Winchester Bay |
| Sep 04-Oct 01 | Crab Bounty Hunt - CATCH A $1,000 TAGGED CRAB! www.winchesterbay.org | 541-271-4471 |
| Sep 04-Sep 05 | Art by the Bay - Arts and crafts fair, music and entertainment and more along the waterfront. | |
| Lakeside |
| Sep 11 | Open House at the Fire Hall - Tour the Fire Station on 9th and North Lake roads, free hot dogs, cookies, & pop. 5:30 PM-8 PM. | 541-759-3931 |
| Oct 31 | Community Halloween Party - Sponsered by the Lakeside R.F.D. Fire Fighters Association. Hot dogs & popcorn, lots of cookies, soda. Games for the kids, costume contest for all ages, Haunted House, and lots of candy. 5:30PM-9PM at fire hall on 9th and North Lake road. | 541-759-3981 |
| North Bend |
| Sep 04-Sep 05 | Mill-Luck Salmon Celebration - Featuring canoe races, a traditional salmon bake dinner, cultural exhibits and demonstrations, a Native American market place, children's activities and a concert, this free event is an entertaining educational experience for the whole family. www.themillcasino.com | 800-953-4800 |
| Sep 24 | Colgate Country Showdown: State Finals - America's Largest country music talent search. Tickets $7. Featuring Taylors Crossing. www.themillcasino.com | 541-756-8800 |
| Oct 23 | Colgate Country Showdown: Western Regional Finals - America's Largest country music talent search. Tickets $7. Featuring Taylors Crossing. www.themillcasino.com | 541-756-8800 |
| Oct 29-Oct 31 | Haunted House - Who better to "act" like vampires, ghosts and ghouls than community actors? Costumes pulled from Little Theatre on the Bay's own costume room, lighting specials and wicked music effects and mazes that would fool a rat. www.ltob.net | 877-756-4336 |
| Oct 31 | Olde Mill Scream Dance Party - Monster Mash dance party and costume contest. Contests & prizes. Fun for ages 21+. Open to the public. No cover charge. 8pm-midnight, Warehouse 101, Mill Casino Hotel. www.themillcasino.com | 541-756-8800 |
| Coos Bay |
| Feb 05-Dec 03 | Downtown Coos Bay Wine Walk - The Wine Walk is held on the first Friday of every month with occasional exceptions. The Wine Walk starts at varying locations each month with proceeds benefiting local non-profit organizations.
| 541-269-1222 x 289 |
| Feb 11-Dec 09 | Art Walk - A self guided walking tour, 2nd Thursday of each month. Featuring local Artists, tasty food and most especially fun! Maps are available. Various locations 5pm - 8pm. | 541-756-1989 |
| May 19-Oct 27 | Downtown Farmer's Market - Downtown Coos Bay, Every Wed 9am-3pm.
Farm fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants and more! www.CoosBayDowntown.org | 541-269-0215 |
| Jul 07-Sep 29 | Working Forest Tours - FREE! Spend a day in the woods with a Forester! Guided tour through a working forest with a professional forester. Bring your kids and your questions.Every Wed 1pm - 4:30pm. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-269-0215 |
| Sep 07-Sep 28 | Music on the Bay - Free Concerts in Mingus Park every Tuesday at 7pm. Dancing in designated area, food & beverages available. B.Y.O picnic, this is a non-smoking event. www.MusicOnTheBay.com | |
| Sep 15 | SC Community Garden Harvest Fundraiser - Chef Jardin of Black Market Gourmet will prepare a special lunch using the best of the garden. Lunch is $5 and dessert $1. Visitors welcome!! Lady Bug Landing Community Garden, 8th & Anderson. | 541-269-7468 |
| Sep 17-Sep 19 | Bay Area Fun Festival - A festival of fun for families! Live entertainment, the famous Cruz the Coos, the Prefontaine Memorial Run, parade and so much more! Variety of vendors, arts and crafts and lots of different kinds of food. www.oregonsadventurecoast.com | 541-269-0215 |
| Sep 17-Sep 19 | Cruz the Coos - More than 400 classic cars can be seen at this event. Friday night beach party, Saturday registration and 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 18 | Prefontaine Memorial Run - 10 a.m. 4th and Anderson, Coos Bay.
10 km, 2M walk. Hilly, out-and-back. Shirts. Trophies. www.prefontainerun.com | 541-269-1103 |
| Oct 02 | Solar Home and Green Living Tour - Spend a day learning about new earth-friendly designs to add beauty and increase value of local homes and offices. www.SolCoast.com | |
| Oct 16 | See Jane Run: All Woman Run & Walk - 1M, 5km. Paved trails in John Topits Park. Ribbons. www.SouthCoastRunningClub.com | 541-290-3243 |
| Charleston |
| May 01-Dec 04 | South Slough Birding - The first Saturday of each month,join a South Slough interpreter and venture into the Reserve in search of winged wildlife. $1 per birder. South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, 8am - 10pm. www.SouthSloughEstuary.org | 541-888-5558 |
| May 29-Sep 06 | Wildlife Watching at Simpson Reef - SEA provides wildlife interpreters at the Simpson Reef Overlook parking lot to provide info on California sea lions, harbor seals, Steller sea lions, and elephant seals and more. Docents are available from 10 AM to 4 PM on weekends. www.sea-edu.org/seminars.html | 541-260-7770 |
| Sep 11 | Paddle the Estuary - Explore South Slough on a trail that flows with the tide. Provide
your own kayak or canoe (no inflatables or pedals), paddles, PFDs,water and lunch. 3 boat min./8 boat max. ($15/boat) www.SouthSloughEstuary.org | 541-888-5558 x 21 |
| Sep 18 | Crabbing Around - Meet at the Charleston Visitor Center, 1-3pm. Hear about the amazing life cycle of crabs as we cast a ring from the dock. Learn proper crab harvesting methods and look for crabs along the shore. ($1/person) www.SouthSloughEstuary.org | 541-888-5558 |
| Sep 18 | Tide of the Toddler: Big Cedar - Bring your young ones, 1 to 5 years old, to the South Slough for play and discovery. We're going to dance & sing, read stories & make a craft and explore the natural world! ($1/toddler) 10am-11am www.SouthSloughEstuary.org | 541-888-5558 |
| Sep 25 | National Estuaries Day Celebration - Join South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve and other local organizations to learn about estuaries and what you can do to protect them. Information booths, children's activities and guest speakers (free). 10am-3pm. www.SouthSloughEstuary.org | 541-888-5558 |
| Sep 25 | Shore Acres Dahlia Day - Dahlia display and experts from the Southern Oregon Dahlia Society in the Garden House/Pavilion at Shore Acres State Park, refreshments. 11am-4pm. www.ShoreAcres.net | 541-888-3732 |
| Oct 02 | Orchid Day - Orchid display and experts in the Garden House/Pavillion at Shore Acres State Park, refreshments. 11am-4pm. www.ShoreAcres.net | 541-888-3732 |
| Oct 09 | Octoberfish - Festival from 10am-6pm at the Old Charleston School. Music, food, activities, and more!
www.SouthSloughEstuary.org | 541-888-5558 |
| Bandon |
| Jul 01-Sep 05 | 2010 Bandon Crab Derby - We look forward to another great derby year. Catch Dungeness crabs and win up to $1000! As always there is no entrance fee to participate in the Bandon Crab Derby. www.BandonCrabDerby.com | 541-347-4801 |
| Sep 08-Oct 30 | 2010 Salmon Derby - There will be several drawings for cash and prizes. The more Salmon you catch, bring in and record the better the chances you have to winning a great prize or some cash!Salmon can be from any local waters not just the Coquille River.No entrance fee. www.BandonSalmonDerby.com | 541-347-4801 |
| Sep 10-Sep 12 | Cranberry Festival - Come join us for our 64th annual Cranberry Festival! Live Bands, market place, fun kids area, bazaar, food fair, football game, Lions BBQ, parade and more! www.bandon.com | 541-347-9616 |
| Oct 02 | Bandon Feeds the Hungry Variety Show - The 5 food assistance programs in Bandon join together for their 3rd annual variety show. Bring a non-perishable food item and be eligible for a door prize drawing. Silent auction, 50/50 donation drawing, and a snack bar. | 541-347-1585 |
| Oct 07 | Bandon Showcase: The Lowe Family - Versatile with many instruments, the Lowes offer an amazing blend of show-stopping classical, Broadway, Irish, jazz, bluegrass, old-time favorites, spectacular dance, 6-part harmony, gospel, and more. www.bandonshowcase.org | 541-347-SHOW |
| Port Orford |
| Apr 01-Oct 31 | Tours at Cape Blanco Lighthouse and Hughes House - Cape Blanco Lighthouse and the Historic Hughes House open from 10 am to 3:30 pm, Closed on Monday. www.friendsofcapeblanco.com | 541-332-9002 |
| Sep 03-Sep 06 | Art & Music Festival www.visitcurrycounty.com | 541-332-2549 |
| Nov 13 | Bah Humbug Requiem Run & Potluck - Day use area Humbug Mountain State Park, 10am. Choose Distance from 4 - 10.5 miles or more. www.SouthCoastRunningClub.com | 541-347-3716 |
| Gold Beach |
| May 01-Oct 16 | Jet Boat Tours - Hydro-Jet boat tours, through shallow riffles, beneath sheer 400 foot cliffs and deep in the "Wild & Scenic Rogue River." www.goldbeach.org | 800-525-2334 |
| Sep 11 | Classic Car Show - Rogue Ramblers www.goldbeachbrewfest.org/classiccar | 541-247-0243 |
| Sep 11 | Bike the Rogue River - Bicycle the scenic and wild Rogue River on the Oregon Coast. 22 - 44 - 62 Mile Routes. www.goldbeachbiketherogue.org | 541-247-7246 |
| Sep 11 | Brew and Art Festival - THE place to sample micro brews of every color and flavor, eat a variety of great grub, listen to musicians playing indoors and out or dance to a band, view classic cars, check out new art and artisan wares. www.goldbeachbrewfest.com | 800-525-2334 |
| Sep 18-Sep 19 | Festival of Quilts - Featured raffle quilt to benefit the Curry County Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program. Sat 10am-5pm/Sun 10am-4pm at the Event Center On The Beach. Admission $2.50 www.goldbeach.org | 541-247-7424 |
| Pistol River |
| Sep 18 | Pistol River Concert Association: Po'Girl www.pistolriver.com | 541-247-2848 |
| Oct 09 | Pistol River Concert Association: Floating Glass Balls www.pistolriver.com | 541-247-2848 |
| Brookings |
| Jun 13-Sep 26 | American Music Festival - Free concerts every Sunday in Azalea Park at 1pm. www.visitcurrycounty.com | 541-469-3181 |
| Aug 14-Dec 11 | Second Saturday Art Walk - Held from 4-7 pm on the second Saturday of each month. Special events are scheduled at various venues and a printable program is available online. www.wildriverscoastart.com | 541-469-9522 |
| Sep 03-Sep 05 | Slam'n Salmon Ocean Derby - Register with Port of Brookings Harbor or go online. $15,000 in cash and prizes. www.slamnsalmon.com | 541-469-2218 |
| Sep 12 | American Music Festival:Tsunami Swing Band - Starts at 1 pm at Azalea Park Bandshell. Free.
www.brookings.or.us/ | 541-469-3181 |
| Sep 19 | American Music Festival: Sweet Town Little - Modern Country music starts at 1 pm at Azalea Park Bandshell. Free. www.brookings.or.us | 541-469-3181 |
| Sep 20 | Wild Rivers Ducky Derby www.visitcurrycounty.com | 541-469-7431 |
| Sep 25 | Garage Sale Saturday www.visitcurrycounty.com | 541-469-3123 |
| Oct 07-Oct 10 | Oktoberfest German Festival www.visitcurrycounty.com | 541-469-4632 |
| Oct 16 | Barnacle Ball www.brookingsor.com | 541-251-4561 |
