Aberdeen Events Calendar

This calendar is the place to find fun events happening throughout Grays Harbor County including Aberdeen, Hoquiam, Westport, Ocean Shores, Elma, Montesano and beyond.

Have an event that isn’t listed? Please email events@GraysHarborTalk.com with the following information:

  • Name of Event
  • Date, time and location (name of business if applicable and complete address)
  • Organizer(s) name
  • Cost
  • URL to purchase tickets
  • Website URL
  • SHORT description of event
  • Photo

Our editors will review and post within a few business days.

Mar
19
Sat
46th Annual Aberdeen Rotary Auction @ Grays Harbor College
Mar 19 @ 5:30 pm

The annual auction is Rotary’s primary fundraising activity of the year and the proceeds fund the Aberdeen Rotary Club Foundation for scholarships, community grants and youth activities.

The evening begins with a hosted cocktail hour and silent auctions at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m. with the live auction following. This year’s auctioneers are Gary Morean and Vini Samuel. Some of the auction items include a hot air balloon ride for two over greater Seattle and Eastside area plus two nights at the famous Cottage Lake Tree House named “The Nest” designed by HG TV’s Tree House Masters host Pete Nelson; a 55″ LG 4k LED Ultra High Def Smart TV; entertainment and hotel packages including: prime seats for A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder at the Fifth Avenue Theatre; tickets to the Billy Joel concert on May 20, 2016; tickets to Motown the Musical at the Paramount.

Funds raised by the auction are distributed by the Aberdeen Rotary Club Foundation to local scholarship opportunities for students, community needs such as United Way and YMCA, sponsorship of Aberdeen Rotary Business Week at Aberdeen High School, the Aberdeen Rotary Homeless Youth Education Fund, annual distribution of dictionaries to fourth graders in all Aberdeen and Cosmopolis elementary schools. Past projects have included the A. J. West Playground, improvements to the GH Community Hospital, and the Aberdeen Rotary Log Pavilion built by Rotarians and donated to the City of Aberdeen. The club is part of Rotary International with 1.2 million members around the world.

 

Apr
29
Fri
Elma Citizen of the Year Awards Banquet @ Elma Eagles Banquet Hall
Apr 29 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us as we honor Elma’s Citizen of the Year. You won’t want to miss this evening of fun festivities! The Citizen of the Year Awards Banquet includes:

  • a prime rib and prawns dinner
  • Social hour
  • live musical entertainment
  • silent auction
  • our grand finale, the awards presentation

Help the Elma Chamber of Commerce honor these special people who contribute so much of their time, talent, and energy to help make our community great.

Tickets can be purchased at Dennis Company, Elma Variety Store, Elma HealthMart Pharmacy or the Elma Visitors Station. To charge by phone, call the Elma Chamber of Commerce at 360-482-3055.

 

May
6
Fri
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26
May 6 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26 | Elma | Washington | United States

Join your neighbors in search of treasures at the indoor community garage sale in Elam.

Proceeds from food sales will benefit local scholarships.

May
7
Sat
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26
May 7 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26 | Elma | Washington | United States

Join your neighbors in search of treasures at the indoor community garage sale in Elam.

Proceeds from food sales will benefit local scholarships.

May
21
Sat
‘Art for Health’ Gala @ Pearsall Building
May 21 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Grays Harbor County’s Public Health and Social Services Department, in partnership with local art guilds and associations, is hosting an “Art for Health” Gala to promote the positive impact art has on our community’s health. You can find more information at http://www.healthygh.org/art

May
28
Sat
Fundraiser: Adopt-A-Pet Yard Sale @ Adopt-A-Pet
May 28 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Fundraiser: Adopt-A-Pet Yard Sale @ Adopt-A-Pet | Shelton | Washington | United States

Bargain hunters won’t want to miss this huge two-day fundraiser held at the shelter on East Jensen Road, off of Brockdale. Donated items for the sale are gladly accepted during open hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

While you are there, don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets. Alderbrook Resort and Spa, our local pet-friendly gem, has kindly donated a night’s stay in a beautiful Canal View room. This is a $500 value during the summer months. Tickets are $3 each and will be available at the shelter during open hours through May 30. The winner will be announced May 31. 

May
29
Sun
Fundraiser: Adopt-A-Pet Yard Sale @ Adopt-A-Pet
May 29 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Fundraiser: Adopt-A-Pet Yard Sale @ Adopt-A-Pet | Shelton | Washington | United States

Bargain hunters won’t want to miss this huge two-day fundraiser held at the shelter on East Jensen Road, off of Brockdale. Donated items for the sale are gladly accepted during open hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

While you are there, don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets. Alderbrook Resort and Spa, our local pet-friendly gem, has kindly donated a night’s stay in a beautiful Canal View room. This is a $500 value during the summer months. Tickets are $3 each and will be available at the shelter during open hours through May 30. The winner will be announced May 31. 

Jun
3
Fri
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26
Jun 3 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26 | Elma | Washington | United States

Join your neighbors in search of treasures at the indoor community garage sale in Elma. Proceeds from food sales will benefit local scholarships.

Relay For Life of Grays Harbor @ Hoquiam High School
Jun 3 @ 6:00 pm – 6:15 pm
Relay For Life of Grays Harbor @ Hoquiam High School  | Hoquiam | Washington | United States

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life movement is the world’s largest and most impactful fundraising event to end cancer. It unites communities across the globe to celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action to finish the fight once and for all. With the support of thousands of volunteers like you, the American Cancer Society is helping save more than 500 lives a day. Please join us and take action against a disease that has taken too much!

Jun
4
Sat
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26
Jun 4 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26 | Elma | Washington | United States

Join your neighbors in search of treasures at the indoor community garage sale in Elma. Proceeds from food sales will benefit local scholarships.

Jul
1
Fri
That Summer Gallery Opening @ South Beach Arts Association
Jul 1 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
That Summer Gallery Opening @ South Beach Arts Association | Westport | Washington | United States

South Beach Arts Association will open That Summer Gallery every Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from July 1 through Sept 25. Over 50 artists from the Harbor and surrounding communities will display and sell their artwork. Wide variety of medium including glass, pottery, hand tied knots on glass floats, jewelry, mosaics, silver jewelry, painting, photography

During the summer, there will be special weekends at the gallery.  July 1–4 will feature artwork from grade school students who participated in the Fine Arts portion of the After School Program at Ocosta School. Members of the SBAA took turns teaching an art medium each month. The following is a schedule of other special weekends to look forward to this summer at the gallery: 

  • July 9–10:  Garden art and plant sale
  • Aug. 6–7: Join us for a collaborative urban art project.
  • Aug. 27: Silk scarf painting demonstration with Kristi Beitzel
  • Sept 24–25: Fall Out with the miniature art exhibit.

For more information about the gallery, visit SBAA’s Facebook page here.

Jul
9
Sat
Timber Barons & Stately Manors Waling Tour @ Aberdeen Mansion
Jul 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Timber Barons & Stately Manors Waling Tour @ Aberdeen Mansion | Hoquiam | Washington | United States

Beginning at the beautiful 1905 Aberdeen Mansion, enjoy a guided walk around Broadway Hill passing stately homes built at the turn of the century. Marvel at the architectural excellence all while hearing stories about the luxurious lives of the past owners from your local tour guide. End the tour with an exclusive look inside the Aberdeen Mansion along with a story of the wealthy Hulbert family, refreshments to follow.
Proceeds benefit the Aberdeen Lions Club.

Jul
15
Fri
Timber Barons & Stately Manors Walking Tour @ The Aberdeen Mansion
Jul 15 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Beginning at the beautiful 1905 Aberdeen Mansion, enjoy a guided walk around Broadway Hill passing stately homes built at the turn of the century. Marvel at the architectural excellence all while hearing stories about the luxurious lives of the past owners from your local tour guide. End the tour with an exclusive look inside the Aberdeen Mansion along with a story of the wealthy Hulbert family, refreshments to follow.

Proceeds benefit the Aberdeen Lions Club!

Jul
23
Sat
Timber Barons & Stately Manors Walking Tour @ The Aberdeen Mansion
Jul 23 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Timber Barons & Stately Manors Walking Tour @ The Aberdeen Mansion | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Beginning at the beautiful 1905 Aberdeen Mansion, enjoy a guided walk around Broadway Hill passing stately homes built at the turn of the century. Marvel at the architectural excellence all while hearing stories about the luxurious lives of the past owners from your local tour guide. End the tour with an exclusive look inside the Aberdeen Mansion along with a story of the wealthy Hulbert family, refreshments to follow.

Proceeds benefit the Aberdeen Lions Club!

Tee It Up for Dogs Golf Fundraiser @ Lake Limerick Golf Course
Jul 23 @ 8:06 pm
Tee It Up for Dogs Golf Fundraiser @ Lake Limerick Golf Course | Shelton | Washington | United States

 

The 8th annual “Tee it up for Dogs” golf tournament takes place at the Lake Limerick Golf Course in Shelton. Come support the Adopt-a-Pet dog shelter and put your handicap to good use. The entry of $85 per person includes golf cart, 18 holes of golf, lunch, and awards. Maybe you will even win the prize for craziest golf pants! Sponsorship opportunities are also available. The registration deadline is July 5.

 

Aug
10
Wed
The First Sock Hop of the 21st Century @ Aberdeen Museum of History
Aug 10 @ 7:00 pm
The First Sock Hop of the 21st Century @ Aberdeen Museum of History | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

This is a fundraising event for the museum. Tickets will not be sold, but donations are gladly accepted.

Enjoy an evening of dancing with live performances from the Legendary Beachcombers.

 

Aug
19
Fri
Mighty Alliance Fan Fest Tailgate Party @ Oyhut Bay
Aug 19 @ 12:00 pm
Mighty Alliance Fan Fest Tailgate Party @ Oyhut Bay | Ocean Shores | Washington | United States

We’re excited to kick off the Mighty Allliance Fan Fest weekend with a Tailgate Party at Oyhut Bay!

Featuring:
– Norm Johnson, Jordan Babineaux, Joe Tafoya and other Former Seahawks Players, Family and Superfans
– Wilson the 12th Pony
– BJ the DJ – Seahawks’ theme karaoke! (noon to 4:00 p.m.)
– Gigi’s Food Truck – tasty lunch! Pulled pork, Cuban-style, hamburgers, hot dogs, fries and drinks. (12 to 5 p.m.)
– Beer Garden – with wine and beer available to purchase (21+) Benefiting Helping Heroes
– Fantastic, enthusiastic fans (that’s you!)

The Mighty Alliance Fan Fest Tailgate Party is free and fun for the whole family! All ages are welcome. Located at Oyhut Bay, just five miles south of Downtown Ocean Shores.

Sep
9
Fri
Coastal Harvest Dinner @ Seabrook
Sep 9 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join us for an evening of friends, fun, and food in Seabrook, WA.

Coastal Harvest is the lead distributor of food to food banks and feeding programs in Southwest Washington for more information about our organization check out our website www.coastalharvest.us

Sep
24
Sat
Autumn at the Sharon Grange @ Bazaar
Sep 24 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Local artists with hand crafted items for sale. Grange ladies will be serving a light lunch with soup, roll and home made apple crisp.

Oct
1
Sat
Rokfest 6 – Benefit Concert with Six Pack Pretty @ Charlie's Tavern
Oct 1 @ 8:00 pm
Rokfest 6 - Benefit Concert with Six Pack Pretty @ Charlie's Tavern | Montesano | Washington | United States

Come out to Rokfest 6, the annual music event to raise funds for the South Pacific County Humane Society! Local Harbor favorite band Six Pack Pretty will play 80’s cover tunes, with Woodland,WA-based band Stiffler opening. All proceeds go to help animals in need! Admission is free, with donations accepted.

Fantastic prizes will be raffled off throughout the evening, all for a great cause.

Come dance the night away at this fun annual community event that makes a difference. Ages 21+. Event runs from 8:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m. At Charlie’s Tavern, 313 South Main St., in Montesano.

Oct
29
Sat
Alder Creek Clean Up
Oct 29 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Alder Creek Clean Up

Aberdeen Stream Team, Clean Streams and memes, GHC fish lab, GHC natural resources club, and Grays Harbor Stream Team will be holding a Alder Creek clean up event. We will be meeting at the mouth of Alder Creek across from south side Swansons. Come out and help clean up part our watershed.

Nov
8
Tue
Winlock Timberland Library Artisan Silent Auction Begins @ Winlock Timberland Library
Nov 8 @ 10:00 am

The Friends of the Winlock Timberland Library will hold their yearly Silent Auction of locally crafted, artisan items starting Tuesday, November 8. Here is the schedule:

  • Saturday, November 5 – Last day to bring items for donation to the library
  • Tuesday, November 8 – Auction opens, silent bids accepted at the library
  • Wednesday, November 23 at 2 p.m.- Bidding closes

All proceeds support events and programs at the Winlock Timberland Library.