Area Events
October
Cranberry Harvest Festival
Celebrating the harvest of Cranberries is a tradition going back almost 100 years. You can enjoy bog tours, the cranberry cook off contest, food, drink entertainment and the Annual Firefly Parade. Contact Person: Chuck Wallace Address: Grayland, WA Phone: 360-580-2281 Website: http://ExperienceWestport.com
November
Winter Fanta-Sea
Over 70 arts and crafts booths feature thousands of unique homemade items just in time for the holidays! There is something for everyone! Price: Free Address: Ocean Shores Phone: 369-289-9586 Website: NWCoast.com/WinterFanta-Sea
January
Beachcombing
Many treasures drift up on the beaches for beachcombers to collect. Items fall from cargo ships during storms at sea. If you are really lucky, glass floats still occasionally drift over from Japan. Address: Beachs, Westport, WA Website: WestportGrayland-Chamber.org
Storm Watching
The costal beaches are regularly pounded by winter storms, with waves reaching over 15 feet tall. Heavy surf is dangerous, do not go near the surf in storm conditions. Address: Beaches, Westport, Washington
February
Chocolate on the Beach Festival
Price: Adult Admission $5, Teen Admission $1, Kids are Free Address: Pacific Beach Elementary School, Pacific Beach, WA 98571 Website: Click Here for More Info
Storm Watching
The costal beaches are regularly pounded by winter storms, with waves reaching over 15 feet tall. Heavy surf is dangerous, do not go near the surf in storm conditions. Address: Beaches, Westport, Washington
Beachcombing
Many treasures drift up on the beaches for beachcombers to collect. Items fall from cargo ships during storms at sea. If you are really lucky, glass floats still occasionally drift over from Japan. Address: Beachs, Westport, WA Website: WestportGrayland-Chamber.org
March
Beachcombing
Many treasures drift up on the beaches for beachcombers to collect. Items fall from cargo ships during storms at sea. If you are really lucky, glass floats still occasionally drift over from Japan. Address: Beachs, Westport, WA Website: WestportGrayland-Chamber.org
Storm Watching
The costal beaches are regularly pounded by winter storms, with waves reaching over 15 feet tall. Heavy surf is dangerous, do not go near the surf in storm conditions. Address: Beaches, Westport, Washington
May
Westport Blessing of the Fleet
This longstanding annual event includes a parade, blessing and Coast Guard rescue demonstration. Sponsored by the Westport Chamber of Commerce. Phone: 360 268 9422
June
Flag Day Parade
Honor our nation's flag with an old fashioned parade. Over 80 entrants parade through the streets of downtown Ocean Shores. Address: Ocean Shores Convention Center, 120 West Chance A La Mer Ave. NW Ocean Shores, WA 98569 ocean shores Email: Website: OceanShoresAct.com
Sand and Sawdust Festival
Teams of master sand sculptors, amateurs, and families compete on the beach. Contact Person: Scott Nagel Address: Ocean Shores Convention Center, 120 W. Chance A La Mer Ave., Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Phone: 360-289-2451 Email: Website: OceanShores.org
July
Windriders Kite Festival
Kite flying competition, demonstrations, games and auction. A sanctioned international event draws hundreds of participants. Contact Person: Windriders Kite Festival Address: Grayland Beach Approach on State Route 105 Phone: (360) 267-2003 / (800) 473-6018 Website: http://www.westportgrayland-chamber.org/photos_windriders.php
North Cove Sandcastle Contest
Contest begins early after Independence Day but the artwork certainly makes up for it. Different categories for kids, adults, amateurs and professionals. The first few winners even get cash prizes! Address: Warrenton Cannery Road Beach Tokeland, Washington Phone: 360 267 7111
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Kite flying competition, demonstrations, games and auction. A sanctioned international event draws hundreds of participants. Phone: 360 267 2003
Eastside Street Rods Show & Shine
This car lover’s cruise features Street Rods before 1949. The weekend includes the Poker Run to Raymond, the Show and Shine slated at the Westport Maritime Museum. Address: 2201 Westhaven Drive Westport, Washington Phone: 206 747 1071 Website: WestportWA.com
Booming Bay Fireworks Fourth of July
Magnificent fireworks display over the bay to celebrate our country's independence. The show starts at dusk and gets bigger and better every year. Sponsored by the Westport Fire Department. Address: the Marina at Westport Washington Phone: 360 268 9422
September
Arts & Crafts Festival
One of the largest arts and crafts festival in Southwest Washington fills the Convention Center and surrounding grounds with handcrafted items. Free admission. Address: Ocean Shores, WA Website: AssociatedArts.org/Festival