Out on the Coast
Festivals, markets, kite flies, and chowder feeds along the Oregon Coast. Plan the trip around one — or just know what's happening while you're out here.
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October 2026
Date (soonest)Annual Jazz at Newport
Jazz at Newport brings smooth sounds and serious talent to the Oregon coast, filling Newport venues with live performances from accomplished musicians. Whether you're a longtime jazz lover or just along for the vibe, it's a stylish, soulful
Chowder, Blues, and Brews
Florence blends three coastal favorites — hearty chowder, live blues, and craft brews — into one irresistible festival. Sip, savor, and sway along the historic Oregon coast waterfront in a laid-back celebration of good food, good music, and
Annual Yachats Village Mushroom Fest
Fall on the central Oregon coast means mushrooms, and Yachats celebrates the fungal bounty with its Village Mushroom Fest. Join guided forays, tastings, expert talks, and mushroom-themed fun in a town surrounded by lush coastal forest. It's
Annual Halloween Dance
Yachats knows how to throw a party, and the annual Halloween Dance is a local favorite. Put on your best costume and join the community for a spirited night of music, dancing, and good-natured coastal fun in one of Oregon's most tight-knit
Annual Fall Kite Festival & Various Happenings
Lincoln City is famous for its skies, and the Fall Kite Festival fills them with color as giant show kites twist and soar above the beach. Expect expert flyers, family-friendly fun, and plenty of happenings around town throughout the weeken
Oregon Coast Aquarium~ "Creatures of the Day" & "Creatures of the Night"
The Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport invites you to explore the fascinating rhythms of marine life with its Creatures of the Day and Creatures of the Night programs. Discover how sea animals behave from dawn to dusk, enjoy hands-on learning
Oregon Coast Aquarium~ "Creatures of the Day" & "Creatures of the Night"
The Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport invites you to explore the fascinating rhythms of marine life with its Creatures of the Day and Creatures of the Night programs. Discover how sea animals behave from dawn to dusk, enjoy hands-on learning
Great Fall Beach Cleanup
Volunteers up and down the Oregon coast join the Great Fall Beach Cleanup, combing the sand to keep these treasured beaches pristine. Grab a bag, do your part, and connect with a community that loves and protects its shoreline. It's a simpl
North Bend Boo Bash
North Bend and Coos Bay get spooky with the Boo Bash, a family-friendly Halloween celebration on the south-central Oregon coast. Bring the kids in costume for trick-or-treating, games, and festive fun in a safe, welcoming community setting.
North Bend Boo Bash
North Bend and Coos Bay get spooky with the Boo Bash, a family-friendly Halloween celebration on the south-central Oregon coast. Bring the kids in costume for trick-or-treating, games, and festive fun in a safe, welcoming community setting.
Annual Fall Kite Festival & Various Happenings
Lincoln City is famous for its skies, and the Fall Kite Festival fills them with color as giant show kites twist and soar above the beach. Expect expert flyers, family-friendly fun, and plenty of happenings around town throughout the weeken
Annual Jazz at Newport
Jazz at Newport brings smooth sounds and serious talent to the Oregon coast, filling Newport venues with live performances from accomplished musicians. Whether you're a longtime jazz lover or just along for the vibe, it's a stylish, soulful
Great Fall Beach Cleanup
Volunteers up and down the Oregon coast join the Great Fall Beach Cleanup, combing the sand to keep these treasured beaches pristine. Grab a bag, do your part, and connect with a community that loves and protects its shoreline. It's a simpl
Annual Halloween Dance
Yachats knows how to throw a party, and the annual Halloween Dance is a local favorite. Put on your best costume and join the community for a spirited night of music, dancing, and good-natured coastal fun in one of Oregon's most tight-knit
Chowder, Blues, and Brews
Florence blends three coastal favorites — hearty chowder, live blues, and craft brews — into one irresistible festival. Sip, savor, and sway along the historic Oregon coast waterfront in a laid-back celebration of good food, good music, and
Annual Yachats Village Mushroom Fest
Fall on the central Oregon coast means mushrooms, and Yachats celebrates the fungal bounty with its Village Mushroom Fest. Join guided forays, tastings, expert talks, and mushroom-themed fun in a town surrounded by lush coastal forest. It's
November 2026
Date (soonest)Stormy Weather Arts Festival
Cannon Beach embraces the drama of the season at the Stormy Weather Arts Festival, celebrating art, music, and coastal creativity on the north Oregon coast. Browse galleries, enjoy live performances, and soak up the artistic spirit of one o
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
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,
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
Seaside Downtown Wine Walk
Sip and stroll through historic downtown Seaside at the Downtown Wine Walk, a relaxed celebration of regional wines on the north Oregon coast. Sample great pours, browse the shops, and enjoy an easygoing afternoon in this beloved resort tow
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,
Seaside Downtown Wine Walk
Sip and stroll through historic downtown Seaside at the Downtown Wine Walk, a relaxed celebration of regional wines on the north Oregon coast. Sample great pours, browse the shops, and enjoy an easygoing afternoon in this beloved resort tow
Stormy Weather Arts Festival
Cannon Beach embraces the drama of the season at the Stormy Weather Arts Festival, celebrating art, music, and coastal creativity on the north Oregon coast. Browse galleries, enjoy live performances, and soak up the artistic spirit of one o
December 2026
Date (soonest)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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
