There is a chill in the air when we get up now, letting us know that fall is coming. And while it’s sad to see that sunshine and warm weather go, Grays Harbor has many fun fall activities to keep you in high spirits. From bog tours to trick-or-treating, there are activities for the whole family in Ocean Shores, Westport, Grayland and Seabrook. Check out these fall activities in Grays Harbor and set your reminders now!
Fall Events in September
Furvana
September 5-7
Ocean Shores Convention Center
120 W Chance A La Mer NW, Ocean Shores
Step into the friendly, colorful world of a furring convention! There will be special guests, vendors, workshops and more, all catered to this year’s pirate theme of “High Seas.” While pre-registration is closed, you can still sign up on Friday, while badges last. Check out the Furvana website for more information.
Annual 9/11 Walk to Remember
September 11, 11 a.m.
Grays Harbor Lighthouse
1020 W Ocean Avenue, Westport
Remember those we lost during the 9/11 attacks with a walk at the Grays Harbor Lighthouse. Organized by the American Legion.
Boat Basin Salmon Derby
September 15- October 31
Westport
Love to fish? Enter the Westport Boat Basin Salmon Derby for a chance to win prizes! The event is free to enter and is for dockside fishermen, no boat is required. Find complete Boat Basin Derby rules here.
30 Miles of Junque
September 19-21
various
If you love antiques, good deals and live by the mantra, “one man’s junk is another man’s treasure,” than you won’t want to miss the 28th annual 30 Miles of Junque! From Tokeland to Westport to Ocosts – you will see more sales than you ever have before at more than 40 locations. Check here for the map as the event draws near.
Freaks at the Beach and Boutiques at the Beach
September 20-21, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ocean Shores Convention Center
120 W Chance A La Mer NW, Ocean Shores
Nothing will get you in the mood for the upcoming spooky season like a shopping trip to Freaks at the Beach and Boutiques at the Beach. Put on by Urban Unglued, you are sure to find weird, strange and beautiful things at this freak-show-themed haunted market! The event is family-friendly and has free admission. Learn more by visiting the Urban Unglued Facebook page.
Reach the Beach
September 27-28
Support the American Lung Association with a scenic bike ride during Reach the Beach – now a two-day event! On Saturday, choose from a 45- or 68-mile loop in Thurston County. On Sunday, their traditional, 100-mile ride from Lacey to Westport will take place! You can choose to do the entire 100 miles, or shorter options of 24, 44 or 78 miles. Visit the American Lung Association website to sign up.
Fall Events in October
Jog The Bog
TBA
Job the Bog is a 3k walk and a 5k and 10k run. Information is still in the works and they need volunteers. Call 360.268.9422 for more information.
Bigfoot Brewfest
October 4, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Growler’s Alley, Seabrook
Head to Seabrook for the Bigfoot Brewfest in October this year! It’s one of the biggest craft beer festivals on the Washington Coast! There will be craft beer, food, games, live music and more! Purchase tickets and learn more on the Seabrook website.
Cranberry Harvest Festival
October 11, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
October 12, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Grayland Community Hall
2071 Cranberry Road, Grayland
Do you love cranberries? They are fall and winter staple in many homes and Grayland is the place to go to celebrate the tart fruit! The 32nd annual Cranberry Harvest Festival will include bog tours, a cranberry cook off, vendors, a pancake breakfast and more. You can join the Firefly Parade too! For festival information, call 360.268.0991.
Celtic Music Feis
October 13-19
Ocean Shores
You will not want to miss the biggest Celtic music festival in Grays Harbor! This multi-day event has all your favorite live bands performing and all the Irish food you can eat thanks to Galway Irish Pub. The Celtic Music Feis features 20 bands on 10 stages, so get your lodging secured early so you don’t miss a note!
Halloweekend
October 25- 26
Seabrook
Ready for Halloween? Head to Seabrook for Halloweekend! This fun weekend before All Hallow’s Eve is full of everything you could want: family-friendly trick-or-treating, a pumpkin promenade, a hay maze, costume parade and more. Find the full schedule at the Seabrook website.
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