Out on the Coast
Festivals, markets, kite flies, and chowder feeds along the Washington 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)- Festival
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
- 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
- Food & Drink
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
- Food & Drink
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
- Holiday
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)- Festival
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
- Holiday
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
- Community
"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
- Holiday
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
- Holiday
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
- Holiday
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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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
January 2027
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Ocean Shores Sun Lovers Beach Bash
Ocean Shores throws a sunny celebration at the Sun Lovers Beach Bash, embracing the best of the Washington coast summer. Soak up the festivities, feel the sand between your toes, and enjoy easygoing beach-town fun with the whole family. It'
February 2027
Date (soonest)- Food & Drink
Ocean Shores Taste of Grays Harbor
Sample the flavors of the region at Ocean Shores' Taste of Grays Harbor, where local restaurants and vendors serve up their best. Graze your way through the offerings, discover new favorites, and enjoy a delicious celebration of Washington
- Food & Drink
Chocolate on the Beach Festival
Indulge your sweet tooth at Pacific Beach and Moclips, where the Chocolate on the Beach Festival celebrates all things cocoa on the north Washington coast. Sample chocolate treats, join tastings and events, and enjoy the cozy, indulgent fun
March 2027
Date (soonest)- Art
World Kite Museum Spring Fling Events
Long Beach's World Kite Museum welcomes spring with a lineup of high-flying events on the Washington coast. Celebrate the art and history of kites, watch colorful flyers take to the sky, and enjoy family-friendly fun on the peninsula famous
- Art
Ocean Shores Beachcombers Fun Fair
Ocean Shores celebrates the treasures of the tide at the Beachcombers Fun Fair, a Washington coast favorite. Marvel at driftwood art, glass floats, agates, and other beach finds, browse vendor tables, and connect with fellow beachcombers. I
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Spring Gray Whale Watch Begins
Spring signals the northbound gray whale migration along the Washington coast. Head to the lookouts as thousands of whales pass by on their journey to Arctic feeding grounds, and catch the thrilling sight of spouts and flukes. It's a free,
- Food & Drink
Long Beach Blue Grass Festival
Toe-tapping tunes fill the Washington coast at the Long Beach Blue Grass Festival. Settle in for lively performances from talented bluegrass musicians, enjoy the laid-back atmosphere, and let the banjos and fiddles carry you away. It's a jo
April 2027
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Grays Harbor Shorebird Festival
Birders flock to the Grays Harbor and Westport area for one of the Pacific Flyway's great spectacles — the spring migration of hundreds of thousands of shorebirds. Join guided walks, talks, and viewing opportunities as the mudflats come ali
- Community
Beach Cleanup Day
The whole Long Beach Peninsula pitches in on Beach Cleanup Day, with volunteers combing the miles of Washington shoreline to remove debris and protect the coast. Bring gloves and good spirits, and join a community that takes real pride in c
- Food & Drink
World Class Crab Races, Derby & Feed
Westport serves up a uniquely coastal trio: racing crabs, a fishing derby, and a fresh crab feed on the Washington coast. Cheer on the scuttling competitors, savor the seafood, and enjoy a delightfully quirky celebration of the region's cra
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Annual Spring Art Show & Sale
Long Beach welcomes spring with a community art show and sale, spotlighting the painters, photographers, and makers of the Washington coast. Browse original work, meet the artists, and find a piece to take home. It all unfolds in the creati
May 2027
Date (soonest)- Art
VFW Memorial Ceremony
Westport honors those who served with a solemn VFW Memorial Ceremony on the Washington coast. Join the community in a heartfelt tribute of remembrance and gratitude in this proud fishing town. It's a moving, meaningful gathering that reflec
- Food & Drink
Worlds Longest Garage Sale
The Long Beach Peninsula hosts the World's Longest Garage Sale, a treasure-hunter's paradise stretching along the Washington coast in Ocean Park. Cruise from sale to sale, dig for one-of-a-kind finds, and enjoy the thrill of the hunt. It's
- Art
Loyalty Day Parade
Westport shows its colors with a Loyalty Day Parade, a patriotic community celebration on the Washington coast. Line the route, wave a flag, and enjoy the small-town pride and festive spirit of this classic seaside tradition. It's a heartfe
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Annual Loyalty Day Celebration & Parade
Long Beach honors Loyalty Day with a patriotic parade and community celebration on the Washington coast. Wave a flag, line the route, and enjoy the small-town pride, marching entries, and festivities that bring the whole peninsula together.
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Blessing of the Fleet
A moving maritime tradition, the Blessing of the Fleet in Newport honors the fishing families of the Oregon coast and remembers those lost at sea. Watch decorated boats gather in the harbor for a solemn, beautiful ceremony that speaks to th
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Ocean Shores Festival of Colors
Ocean Shores bursts into color at this vibrant festival, a joyful celebration of community and creativity on the Washington coast. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, lively activities, and the welcoming spirit of this popular beach town. It's a
June 2027
Date (soonest)- Music
Northwest Garlic Festival
The Long Beach Peninsula embraces the "stinking rose" at the Northwest Garlic Festival in Ocean Park. Sample garlic-infused everything (garlic ice cream, anyone?), browse vendors, enjoy live music, and celebrate this beloved bulb with fello
- Community
International Kite Challenge
Master flyers bring the skies to life at the International Kite Challenge, held around Ocean Shores and Westport on the Washington coast. Watch dazzling stunt kites and giant show pieces dance on the ocean breeze, and feel the wonder of one
- Food & Drink
Beach to Chowder Run & Walk
Work up an appetite the coastal way. Long Beach's Beach to Chowder Run & Walk sends participants along the Washington shore before rewarding them with a hot bowl of chowder at the finish. Run it, walk it, or stroll it — the reward is the sa
- Market
Sand & Sawdust Festival & Bazaar
Ocean Shores celebrates creativity in sand and wood at the Sand & Sawdust Festival & Bazaar. Marvel at sand sculptures and woodworking, browse the bazaar for handmade treasures, and enjoy a family-friendly day on the Washington coast. It's
- Art
Annual Doggie Olympic Games
Long Beach goes to the dogs — in the very best way. The Doggie Olympic Games (D.O.G.) invite pups and their people to compete in lighthearted events on the Washington coast, from races to costume contests to feats of very good-boy athletici
- Art
Westport Charter Association Fishing Derby
Westport, the fishing capital of the Washington coast, hosts the Charter Association Fishing Derby for anglers chasing the big catch. Expect serious competition, dockside camaraderie, and the thrill of the weigh-in in a town built on the se
July 2027
Date (soonest)- Art
Annual Sandsations
The Long Beach Peninsula turns its famous sand into art at Sandsations, a spectacular sand-sculpting event in Ocean Park. Watch master carvers and enthusiastic amateurs alike shape astonishing creations along the wide Washington coast beach
