Out on the Coast
Festivals, markets, kite flies, and chowder feeds along the coast. Plan the trip around one — or just know what's happening while you're out here.
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November 2026
Date (soonest)- Food & Drink
Tokeland Country Sampler
The tiny Tokeland area near Westport hosts a Country Sampler full of local crafts, food, and small-town charm on the Washington coast. Browse handmade goods, meet friendly makers, and enjoy the quiet, timeless character of this scenic corne
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Chowder Cook Off & Various Happenings
Lincoln City heats up with a chowder cook-off that pits local kitchens against each other for creamy, briny bragging rights. Taste your way through the contenders, cast your vote for a favorite, and enjoy the various happenings around town
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Seafood & Wine Festival
Seabrook pairs the flavors of the sea with regional wines at its Seafood & Wine Festival. Feast on fresh coastal fare, sip and savor, and enjoy the festive atmosphere of this charming Washington coast town. It's a delicious celebration of t
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Various November Happenings
November brings a lively lineup of events to the Long Beach Peninsula, from seasonal celebrations to community gatherings on the Washington coast. Whatever the occasion, you'll find the peninsula's signature warmth and hospitality. Check th
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Thanksgiving Weekend Holiday By The Sea
Reedsport kicks off the holidays over Thanksgiving weekend with Holiday By The Sea, a festive celebration on the south Oregon coast. Enjoy tree lightings, seasonal events, and community cheer as the town welcomes the holidays. It's a cozy,
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Peninsula Arts Association Annual Art Show
The Long Beach Peninsula's creative community shines at the Peninsula Arts Association Annual Art Show in Ocean Park. Browse original paintings, photography, and craft from talented local artists, meet the makers, and celebrate the vibrant
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Nature's Coastal Holiday Light Festival
Bandon glows for the holidays at Nature's Coastal Holiday Light Festival, where thousands of lights transform the gardens into a magical winter wonderland. Stroll the illuminated displays, feel the seasonal wonder, and enjoy a dazzling fami
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Ring in the Holidays — Port Townsend
Port Townsend's holiday season kicks off on Small Business Saturday with 'Mega Merriment' — Santa visits, kids' crafts, makers markets, and the lighting of the community tree — then continues with festive shopping, art walks, and events dow
December 2026
Date (soonest)- Holiday
Depoe Bay Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony
The world's smallest navigable harbor glows for the holidays as Depoe Bay lights up its waterfront in a beloved annual ceremony. Gather along the seawall on the central Oregon coast to watch the lights come on and feel the festive spirit. I
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Fort Clatsop Living History
Step back to 1805 at Fort Clatsop near Astoria, where living-history programs bring the Lewis & Clark Expedition's winter encampment vividly to life. Watch costumed interpreters demonstrate frontier skills, explore the reconstructed fort, a
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43rd Annual Holiday Bazaar
A cherished small-town holiday tradition in Reedsport, this long-running bazaar fills the season with handmade crafts, local artisans, baked goods, and one-of-a-kind gifts you simply won't find at the mall. Wander the tables, chat with the
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"Ocian in View" Program: Lewis & Clark Event
On the Long Beach Peninsula, this program marks the moment the Lewis & Clark Expedition first reached the Pacific in the winter of 1805 — the moment Clark scrawled "Ocian in view! O! the joy." Living-history talks, guided walks, and coastal
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Santa by the Sea
Westport welcomes Santa to the Washington coast for a festive holiday celebration. Bring the little ones to meet Saint Nick, enjoy the seasonal cheer, and soak up the cozy community spirit of this classic fishing town at Christmastime. It's
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Festival of Trees
Newport ushers in the holidays with the Festival of Trees, where beautifully decorated trees glow for a good cause on the central Oregon coast. Admire the festive displays, join the seasonal events, and feel the community warmth of this che
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Seaside Christmas Caroling Parade
Seaside and Gearhart ring in the holidays with a festive Christmas Caroling Parade on the north Oregon coast. Join the community for carols, lights, and seasonal cheer as the parade brings holiday magic to the streets. It's a heartwarming t
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Annual Kris Kringle Around the World Market
Brookings gets into the holiday spirit with the Kris Kringle Around the World Market, a festive gathering of crafts, gifts, food, and seasonal cheer. Browse for unique presents, soak up the merriment, and enjoy the mild winter climate of th
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Oregon Coast Winter Whale Watch Week
Winter brings the gray whale migration south along the Oregon coast, and Whale Watch Week helps you see it. Volunteers post up at lookouts coastwide to help you spot spouts and flukes as thousands of whales pass by on their journey. Bundle
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Coos Bay Holiday Lights
The season sparkles in North Bend and Coos Bay as the Holiday Lights transform the waterfront and downtown into a glowing wonderland. Stroll beneath the displays, feel the festive spirit, and enjoy a magical winter evening on the south-cent
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Holiday Social & Auction
Westport gathers for a festive Holiday Social & Auction, a community celebration supporting local causes on the Washington coast. Bid on treasures, enjoy the seasonal cheer, and connect with neighbors in this friendly fishing town. It's a w
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The Festival of Lights
Bandon glows for the holidays at the Festival of Lights, a dazzling display that transforms the southern Oregon coast into a winter wonderland. Stroll beneath thousands of twinkling lights, feel the seasonal magic, and enjoy a beloved famil
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Ocean Shores Winter Fanta- sea
Ocean Shores sparkles in winter at the Fanta-Sea celebration, bringing festive cheer to the Washington coast during the quiet season. Enjoy seasonal events, community warmth, and the cozy charm of a beach town in winter. It's a delightful r
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Haystack Holidays
Cannon Beach celebrates the season with Haystack Holidays, a festive gathering beneath the shadow of iconic Haystack Rock. Enjoy holiday shopping, seasonal events, and the artistic, welcoming charm that makes Cannon Beach a favorite on the
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Parade of Boats
Newport's harbor lights up as decorated boats process across the water in a festive Parade of Boats. Watch the vessels glow and shine, enjoy the community spirit, and take in the maritime magic of the central Oregon coast. It's a beautiful
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Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Long Beach Peninsula gathers in Ocean Park for a festive Tree Lighting Ceremony that kicks off the holiday season. Watch the lights come on, sip something warm, and enjoy the community cheer of this beloved Washington coast tradition. I
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Nutcracker Ballet
The holidays come to life in Astoria with a performance of the beloved Nutcracker Ballet. Enjoy the timeless music, graceful dancing, and seasonal magic in this historic river town on the north Oregon coast. It's a cherished tradition that
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Grayland Holiday Bazaar
The Grayland area near Westport gets festive with a holiday bazaar full of handmade crafts, gifts, and seasonal treats. Browse the tables, meet local makers, and check off your gift list while soaking up the cozy, community charm of the Was
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Santa Arrives on the Peninsula
The holidays officially begin on the Long Beach Peninsula when Santa arrives to greet the community. Bring the kids, join the festive welcome, and enjoy the seasonal cheer of this beloved Washington coast tradition. It's a heartwarming kick
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Winter Celebration
Yachats warms the winter season with a community celebration full of festive cheer on the central Oregon coast. Enjoy seasonal events, local hospitality, and the cozy charm of this beloved little village by the sea. It's a heartwarming reas
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Coos Bay Sounds of Christmas
North Bend and Coos Bay fill with holiday cheer at the Sounds of Christmas, a festive celebration of seasonal music and community spirit. Gather for performances, carols, and coastal warmth as the south Oregon coast rings in the holidays. I
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Oregon Coast Aquarium~ Sea of Lights
The Oregon Coast Aquarium glows for the holidays with Sea of Lights, a festive celebration in Newport. Wander among sparkling displays, meet the resident sea creatures, and enjoy seasonal magic where the ocean meets the holidays. It's a daz
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Annual Millennium Ball
Lincoln City rings in the season with the Millennium Ball, an elegant evening of music, dancing, and community celebration on the central Oregon coast. Dress up, step out, and enjoy a festive night among neighbors and visitors in a town tha
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Various Happenings
There's always something going on in Lincoln City. From festivals and markets to art walks and seasonal events, this lively central Oregon coast town keeps its calendar full year-round. Check what's on during your visit and dive into the co
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Christmas on the Bayfront & Lighted Boat Parade
Newport's Historic Bayfront lights up for the holidays with the annual Lighted Boat Parade on Yaquina Bay, starting at 5 p.m. Watch decorated boats cruise the bay, join the Abbey Street Pier watch party for hot cocoa and cookies, and stay f
January 2027
Date (soonest)- Music
20th Anniversary Season: Newport Symphony Orchestra
The Newport Symphony brings full orchestral performances to the central Oregon coast, trading a big-city concert hall for the seaside charm of Newport. Marking a milestone anniversary season, the orchestra pairs beloved classical works with
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Yachats Lions Annual Crab Feed
There are few better ways to experience the central Oregon coast than over a plate of fresh Dungeness crab in the tiny town of Yachats. Hosted by the local Lions Club, this beloved community feed pairs just-caught crab with all the fixings,
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Mardi Gras Jambalaya Cook-off
Lincoln City brings a taste of the bayou to the Oregon coast with the Mardi Gras Jambalaya Cook-off. Sample spicy, simmering jambalaya from competing cooks, enjoy the festive Mardi Gras spirit, and warm up a coastal day with bold Cajun flav
