Upcoming Events
If you want to be in the know about what is happening, this is the place to look.
May
Clam Digger Rod Run
7th Annual Huge car display -- rain or shine. Dash plaques to the first 100 cars registered. Breakfast at 8am-10:30am; Lunch at 11:30am-1pm; Awards at 2pm; 50/50 Drawing. Staging is done at 8am. Address: Ocean Shores North Beach Elks Lodge 2581, 199 Draconis Street Southeast, Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Phone: (360) 289-2581 Email: Website: clamdiggerrodrun.org
WA State Vacation Rental Managers Meeting
Top Vacation Rental Managers meet to share ideas and foster the industry. Guest speakers, news and information. Plus the only state website that features Vacation Rentals in the Evergreen State. Contact Person: Josh Dettweiller Phone: 206-701-9142 Extension 906 Fax: 888-628-0839 Email: Website: WAVRMA.org
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
Sand and Sawdust Festival
Join us for the Five Star Dealerships Ocean Shores Sand and Sawdust Festival, in downtown Ocean Shores, just a few blocks from one of the most beautiful beaches on our coast. The festival features one of Washington’s largest chainsaw carving contests and auction with crafts, food and beverages, music, sand castle building and and more at the Convention Center.
Dates: June 26 - 28, 2020
Festival of Colors
Come fly a kite or enjoy the antics of colorful kites filling the skies. On the beach. Contact Person: Rick Beverage Address: On the Beach at the Damon Street approach Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Email: Website: Click Here for More Info
2020 Festival of Colors
The Grays Harbor Festival of Colors is always the first fully weekend in June and this is where kite fans want to be. Did you know you can fly a kite in Ocean Shores 365 days per year? The wind here is ideal for kite flyers and there will be all sizes and shapes of them in the sky for viewers and flyers to enjoy.
Dates: June 05 - 07, 2020
Address: State Route 115 Beach Access Road, 599 Damon Road Ocean Shores, WA 98569
Price: Free
August
Woof-a Thon
Dogs and their parents are invited to this festival celebrating the talents and uniqueness of our special loved ones. Games and sporting events and an auction all Fido friendly. Price: Free Contact Person: Wilma Spike Address: North Bay Park, Albatross and Chance a la Mer Avenue, Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Phone: 360-289-2553 Email: Website: oceanshoreswoofathon.org
Body and Soul Festival
The Festival provides an opportunity for individuals to explore their options in creating healthier and more conscious lifestyles. Price: $3-5 Address: Ocean Shores Lions Club, 833 Anchor Ave NW, Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Phone: 360-289-3005 Website: OceanShoresFestival.com
September
Old Fashioned Labor Day Picnic and Paddle-a-Thon
Human-Powered Boat Races, Poker Paddle, and Wacky Boat Races held at North Bay Park from 9am-3:30pm. Rubber Duckie Races held at 3:30pm to support local charities. Website: oceanshoresact.com
A.A.O.S. Arts and Crafts Festival
Visit one of Western Washington's largest indoor & outdoor handmade arts and crafts fair. 1,000's of unique items are showcased by gifted artists and talented craftspeople. Price: Free Address: Ocean Shores Convention Center, 120 W. Chance A La Mer Ave., Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Phone: 360-289-9586 Email: Website: associatedarts.org
30 Miles of Junque Garage Sale
30 miles of garage sales along South Beach area roads. Address: Westport, Grayland & Tokeland, WA Phone: 800-854-2834 Email: Website: 30milesofjunque.com
Whale of a Quilt Show
The Sea-Pal Quilters of Ocean Shores, "Whale of a Quilt Show" offers boutique vendors, handmade quilts, demonstrations, and quilted items. The show is judged and prizes are awarded Price: Free Address: Ocean Shores Convention Center, 120 W. Chance A La Mer Ave., Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Phone: 253-381-0034 Website: tourismoceanshores.com
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
Furvana
It is a gathering of fans, artists, costumers, and friends with a shared interest in animals and creatures with anthropomorphic traits, more commonly known as "furs" or "furries". Address: Ocean Shores Convention Center 120 W Chance a la Mer Ave Ocean Shores WA 98569 Phone: 630-297-5538 Email: Website: Furvana.org
October
Coastal Interpretive Center Upcoming Events
Phone: 360-289-3005 Website: Lecture Series Details
WA State Vacation Rental Managers Meeting
Top Vacation Rental Managers meet to share ideas and foster the industry. Guest speakers, news and information. Plus the only state website that features Vacation Rentals in the Evergreen State. Contact Person: Josh Dettweiller Phone: 206-701-9142 Extension 906 Fax: 888-628-0839 Email: Website: WAVRMA.org
Irish Music Festival
Largest Irish music celebration on the West Coast! Price: $5-50 Address: Ocean Shores Convention Center, 120 W. Chance A La Mer Ave., Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Phone: 360-289-9586 Email: Website: galwaybayevents.com
WA Razor Clam Digging Seasons
Razor Clams are a delicacy in the Pacific Northwest. But they are hard to dig, seasons are short and often in cold winter months. (All dates & locations can be cancelled at the last minute.) Address: Coast of Washington Website: WDFW.wa.gov
November
WA Razor Clam Digging Seasons
Razor Clams are a delicacy in the Pacific Northwest. But they are hard to dig, seasons are short and often in cold winter months. (All dates & locations can be cancelled at the last minute.) Address: Coast of Washington Website: WDFW.wa.gov
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
December
Market for Mission Open House at the Chapel by the Sea
Phone: 360-289-3005