Oregon Coast 4th of July Festivities

Hey all,

If you haven’t seen fireworks displayed at the beach, you still have time to plan your trip! The rockets red glare over the ocean breakers is a sight to behold. Last minute lodging can still be found for Oregon Coast vacation rentals in many locations. Cities up and down the coast, including Astoria, Seaside, Rockaway, Yachats, Coos Bay, Bandon and Gold Beach have festivities planned.

• Astoria’s fun starts Friday and runs through Sunday with Fireworks over the Columbia River at dusk Saturday evening.
• On the 4th of July, Seaside presents the biggest and most spectacular firework show on the Pacific Northwest coast.
• Rockaway Beach will be celebrating their 100th anniversary starting this Friday. Events are planned through Sunday culminating with a big Birthday Bash that will include Birthday Cake.
• Join Yachats fun filled Independence Day celebration, including their 15th annual, “La De Da” parade at noon on July 4th. Great food and music is planned all day with a spectacular fireworks Display at dusk over the Yachats Bay.
• The Coos Bay area has many activities planned including “Sandfest 2009” at the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area “Boxcar”.  Mingus Park will be the site of the “Family Fun Day” including the Mayor’s “Firecracker Run” at 10:00 AM. The City of Coos Bay will provide Fireworks at dusk by the waterfront.
• Bandon will hold the “Bandon by the Sea Old fashioned Independence Day of Celebration” festival on July 4th. The parade starts at 10:00 am along Hwy 101 & though Old Town. Activities will be held all day in City Park including a BBQ and Fireworks.
• Gold Beach will have their 4th of July Party at the Port & firework from 3 PM to 11 PM. Everything from live music, food & craft vendors and free carnival games for the kids can be found there.

For more information, check out the cities Chamber of Commerce web sites.

Thanks ~ Have a safe & happy 4th of July AT THE BEACH!