School is almost out for the year, which means it’s time to start thinking about summer plans! Talk like a pirate, go fly a kite, try bear stew, build a sandcastle and watch artists do their crafts – these are just some of the fun things to do in Grays Harbor this summer. Be sure to put these summer events in Grays Harbor on your calendar so you don’t miss any of the excitement and fun.
June 2025 Events in Grays Harbor County
Grays Harbor Open Studios Tour
June 21-22, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (some studios have different hours)
Various locations
The Grays Harbor Open Studios tour is a great way to meet the local artists. Spend the weekend traveling around Grays Harbor and check out the talent. Studios will have demonstrations and the artists will be there to answer your questions. The tour is free, just print out the map on the Grays Harbor Open Studios Tour website.
Sand and Sawdust Festival
June 27-29
120 W Cance A La Mer NW, Ocean Shores
The Five Star Dealerships Sand and Sawdust Festival is a summer event in Ocean Shores that gives you a day at the beach, looking at incredible sand castles! First 300 kids on June 28 get a free kite thanks to Ocean Shores Fraternal Order of the Eagles. Events are held at the Ocean Shores Chance a la Mer NW beach access, at the Ocean Shores Convention Center and around town at Oyhut Bay Seaside Village, at Bennett’s Fish Shack and Playtime Family Fun. Follow Sand and Sawdust Festival on Facebook for more updates.
Rusty Scuppers Pirate Daze
June 27-29
Westport
Dust off your tricorn and get ready for some good ol’ pirate fun at Rusty Scuppers Pirate Daze in Westport! Talk like a pirate, watch re-enactments and entertainment, compete in costume contests, sing along to sea shanties and more! Fire dancing, mermaids, acrobatic shows—you never know what you will get to experience but one thing’s for sure, the whole family will have fun at this summer event in Grays Harbor!
Hot Rods in Hoquiam
June 27-28
Hoquiam Elks
624 K Street, Hoquiam
Love fast cars? Head to the Hoquiam Elks on June 27 & 28 for Hot Rods in Hoquiam. Friday is the free pre-event with hot dogs and root beer floats from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday is the Push Rods Car Show! Enter your car for $25 or come for free just to look at all the cool cars. There will be food and drink available for purchase as well as raffles, awards, poker walk, vendors and more!
July 2025 Events in Grays Harbor County
McCleary Bear Festival
July 11-13
100 S 3rd Street, McCleary
The McCleary Bear Festival is a summer event in Grays Harbor that celebrates the history of the area with family fun! A royal court, parade, kid’s activities, softball tournament, car show, soapbox derby and more! And of course, bear stew!
Westport Windriders Kite Festival
July 11-13
Grayland Beach
Is it really summer at the beach without kites? Not in Grays Harbor! This summer event in Grayland Beach gives you the chance to see some truly spectacular kites and the talented fliers behind them. The Westport Windriders Kite Festival features free kids kite making, a teddy bear drop and lighted kit flying (Friday, dusk).
Norwescon Camping Trip
July 18-20
Lake Sylvia State Park
1812 N Lake Sylvia Road, Montesano
Fans of science fiction and fantasy probably know of Norwescon, the fan convention that happens every April in Seattle. Well, its popular Norwescon Camping Trip is back for 2025! This fun summer event is a low-cost way to spend a weekend with other fantasy and science fiction enthusiasts while enjoying nature.
Ride the Harbor: Tour de Wellness
July 26
McCleary
Ready to enjoy the outdoors while getting some exercise this summer? The Ride the Harbor: Tour de Wellness is perfect for anyone over 10—those 10 to 15 must be accompanied by an adult—who wants to see our beautiful coastal scenery from their bike. This event is not timed, so enjoy yourself! Choose to ride to Elma or Montesano, or the whole 52 miles to Westport! To register, visit the Race Roster website.
Grays Harbor County Fair
July 30-August 2
Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds
32 Elma McCleary Road, Elma
The Grays Harbor County Fair is a summer event for the entire family. Eat fair food, see the animals, enjoy games and rides, shop the vendors and watch entertainment. You can see enter open competitions if you want!
August 2025 Events in Grays Harbor County
Discover Elks Race Day
August 9, 5 p.m.
Grays Harbor Raceway
Watch Discover Elks’ sponsored driver Brayden Brookshire on the track in Elma! There will be a night of racing fun with 360 Sprint Cars, 360 Limited Sprints, IMCA SportMods and Hornets.
