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Events Calendar
| 2010 Events | |
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Dates & Locations |
Annual Event Descriptions (Event Dates May Vary) |
| June 1 - September 30 Westport |
WESTPORT CHARTER ASSOCIATION FISHING DERBY - Compete for daily cash prizes in the Sportfishing Capital of the World. |
| September 11 Westport |
BRADY'S WORLD FAMOUS OYSTER FEED - Oysters served every way you love them! Proceeds benefit clean water and scholarships. |
| September 11 Westport |
2ND ANNUAL DOCK OF THE BAY BLUES FESTIVAL - Headliner Lee Oskar of War with 2 days of great blues performances. Starting Saturday 11-6 and a dance from 8-12 and also Sunday 11-6. At the Westport Inn at the heart of the marina. For additional information, Click Here. |
| September 15 - October 31 Westport |
BOAT BASIN SALMON DERBY - Dockside fishing for cash and other fine prizes. For derby rules, click here. |
| September 18 Grayland |
TOKELAND ART SHOW & WINE TASTING - Come to the Grayland Community Hall in Grayland for this benefit event. Art sale by local artists begins at noon, wine tasting and finger foods from 4pm - 8pm. (360) 267-1036. |
| September 18 - 19 Local Beaches |
38TH ANNUAL OPERATION SHORE PATROL - Beach cleanup sponsored by the State 4X4 Association. |
| September 18 - 19 local Area |
13TH ANNUAL 30 MILES OF JUNQUE - From Tokeland to Westport and Ocosta, Garage Sales Galore. |
| October 1 - 3 Westport-Aberdeen Hwy |
WINE FESTIVAL - 'Crush Me, Squeeze Me, Make Me Wine At The Beach Festival' - Have a grape stomping good time at the beach. Live music, grape stomping, food and wine tasting. There will be Lucy and Ethyl look-alike contest open to men, women, children and dogs. Westport Winery, Corner of SR105 & South Arbor Road, halfway between Westport and Aberdeen. Info: (360) 648-2224 or Click Here. |
| October 9 - 10 Grayland |
CRANBERRY HARVEST FESTIVAL - Bog tours, Cranberry cook off, and firelight parade 1-800-473-6018. |
| October 9 - 10 Tokeland |
TOKELAND QUILT SHOW - Staged at Bayshore RV Park in Tokeland. Free admission. |
| November 12 - 14 Tokeland |
TOKELAND COUNTRY SAMPLER - Crafts bazaar at the Tokeland Hotel to benefit the Children's Hospital in Seattle. Open hours: Fri 2-7, Sat 9-5, Sun 10-2. For vendor information, Click Here |
| December 3 - 4 Grayland |
GRAYLAND HOLIDAY MARKET PLACE - Handcrafted items & homemade goodies at the historic Grayland Community Hall. |
| December 4 Westport |
SANTA BY THE SEA / CHRISTMAS BY THE SEA - Santa and his elves arrive at the Westport Marina via the U.S. Coast Guard, then off to the Maritime Lecture hall for goodies and a photos. Christmas carolers, entertainers & downtown open house. For photos from previous years, Click Here. |
| December 4 Westport |
HOLIDAY SOCIAL AND AUCTION - Westport/Grayland Chamber annual event. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the food and bid on fantastic auction items. |
| 2011 Events | |
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Dates & Locations |
Annual Event Descriptions (Event Dates May Vary) |
| January 1 - February 28 Local Beaches |
STORM WATCHING - 18 miles of beachcombing at its best. |
| March 1 - May 30 Westport |
GRAY WHALE WATCHING - Boat excursions leave from the Westport Marina. Call ahead for reservations 1-800-345-6223. |
| March 19 - 20 Grayland |
BEACHCOMBERS DRIFTWOOD SHOW - Driftwood collectors exhibit and competition 1-800-473-6018. |
| April 8 - 9 Grayland |
7TH ANNUAL BLUEGRASS BY THE BOGS - Come listen to music and enjoy great food. Jar & Jug live auction, silent auction and raffle. Historic Grayland Community Hall. For more information, Click Here. |
| April 16 Local Beaches |
COAST CLEAN-UP - The crew from Olympic Coast Cleanup will take on the South Beach Area. For additional information, Click Here! |
| April 16 Tokeland, North Cove & Grayland |
TOKELAND & NORTH COVE ART STUDIO TOUR - Twenty local artists will hold open studio tours and public art displays throughout Tokeland, North Cove and Grayland. Contact Judith Altruda 360-267-2326. |
| April 16 - 17 Westport |
WORLD CLASS CRAB RACES AND CRAB FEED - A unique family fun experience! Come EAT * RACE * ENJOY! For additional information, Click Here. For photos from previous years, Click Here. |
| April 29 - May 1 Hoquiam |
16TH ANNUAL GRAYS HARBOR SHOREBIRD FESTIVAL - Headquartered at Hoquiam High School. For information call (800) 303-8498. |
| May TBD Westport |
ANNUAL SPRING PERCH DERBY - Fish for perch in the surf and win cash & prizes. Info: (360) 268-1030. |
| May 7 Westport |
LOYALTY DAY PARADE - Sponsored by the VFW. Starts at noon at the Maritime Museum. For information call 360-268-7054. |
| May 7 Ocosta |
29TH ANNUAL OYSTER FEED - Ocosta Recreation Hall 3-7 pm - All you can eat (Approx. 5 miles east of Westport). For information call 360-648-2190. |
| May 13 - 15 Westport |
10TH ANNUAL CLEANWATER CLASSIC - Watch or participate in this surfing contest in Westport. For information contact Eran Afner at (206) 551-2881 or eranafner@hotmail.com. For photos from previous years, Click Here. |
| May 29 Westport |
BLESSING OF THE FLEET - This longstanding annual event includes a procession, blessing and Coast Guard rescue demonstration. |
| May 30 Westport |
VFW MEMORIAL CEREMONY - Memorial Ceremony at Veterans memorial Park, begins at 11:00am. Contact 360-268-9543. |
| June 24 - 26 Westport |
RUSTY SCUPPER'S PIRATE DAZE - Rival pirates invade Westport for a weekend of fun, food and frivolity. Dress up in your "Pirate Finery" and shop, dance, interact and enjoy the mystique of Rusty Scupper and his bawdy band of buccaneers! For photos from previous years, Click Here. |
| July 3 Tokeland |
TOKELAND'S 4TH OF JULY PARADE - Join the uptown parade in one of Washington's oldest resort towns. |
| July 4 Westport |
MARITIME MUSEUM'S OLE FASHIONED 4TH - Crafts, music and food at the Maritime Museum. |
| July 8 - 10 Grayland Beach |
WINDRIDERS KITE FESTIVAL - Kite flying competition, demonstrations, games, and auction. For photos from previous years, Click Here. |
| July 10 Tokeland |
SHOALWATER BAY SOBRIETY POW WOW - Sponsored by the Shoalwater Bay Tribe of Tokeland at the new Shoalwater Bay Gymnasium 360-267-6766. |
| July 15 - 16 Westport |
EASTSIDE STREET RODS SHOW & SHINE - Scenic poker run, parade and Show & Shine! For photos from previous years, Click Here. |
| July 31 Elk River |
ELK RIVER BOAT CHALLENGE - A 7 mile human-powered boat race at 1 pm on the beautiful Elk River Estuary 360-268-9712. |
| July 31 - August 1 Tokeland |
TOKELAND WOOD FEST - Chainsaw carving, wood art show and sale, live music and food. At the Tokeland Marina. (360) 267-6418 or (360) 267-6418. |
| August TBD Local Beaches |
ANNUAL SUMMER PERCH DERBY - Fish for perch in the surf and win cash & prizes. Info: (360) 268-1030 Jim Jackson. |
| August 7 Westport |
3RD ANNUAL WASHINGTON TUNA CLASSIC - Charitable tuna derby. Proceeds benefit Northwest Harvest, Wounded Warrior Project and Disabled American Veterans. For info call (206) 218-6785 or Click Here. |
| August 14 Westport |
6TH ANNUAL RUN/WALK FOR THE LIGHT - Sponsored by the Washington Lightkeepers Association. 8:30 am Registration 10:00 am Race. For additional information and registration, Click Here. |
| August 20 - 21 Westport |
WESTPORT ART FESTIVAL - Juried show of fine arts and crafts. Contact the Alaskan Motel 360-268-9133. For Art/Craft Vendor Application, click here. For Food Vendor Application, click here. For photos from previous years, Click Here. |
| September 3 Westport |
65TH ANNUAL SEAFOOD FESTIVAL & CRAFT SHOW - A family feast with fresh fish, oysters and more. Live music and local crafts. For photos from previous years, Click Here. |
