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.

Jul
26
Sat
Hog Wild @ Quinault Beach Resort & Casino
Jul 26 all-day

Hog Wild is three days of fun, excitement, music, food, vendors and beautiful northwestern scenery, as well as a chance to win a 2014 Indian Chief Custom Motorcycle.

For more information about this event, click here.

Friday, July 25

8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration Open
11:30 a.m.: Beer Garen Opens
11:30 a.m.: DJ starts
11:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
noon-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Men’s small piece tattoo competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Ladies’ small piece tattoo competition
2:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ competition
3:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m.: Slow Bikes Races
4 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Spirit Ride Prime Rib Buffet
4:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
5 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Swimsuit Competition
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Bike Stereo Competition
8 p.m.-9 p.m.: Bikes on parade
9 p.m.-10:30 p.m.: Skynnyn Lynnyrd Concert

Saturday, July 26th
8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration is open
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
10 a.m.: DJ Starts
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Ride in bike show
10:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
11 a.m.: Beer Garden Opens
11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Poker Run
11:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Mr. Hog Wild
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ Competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Miss Hog Wild Competition
2:15 p.m.-3:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Races
3:15 p.m.-4:45 p.m.: Entertainment/Band (TBD)
4:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Bikes on Parade
5 p.m.-9 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Hog Wild Barbecue Feast
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Men’s Large Piece Tattoo Competition
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
8 p.m.-8:15 p.m.: Ladies’ Large Piece Tattoo Competition
8:45 p.m.-9:30 p.m.: Bike Competition
9:30 p.m.-11 p.m.: Hell’s Belles
Sunday, July 27th
9 a.m.-2 p.m.: Hog Wild Hangover Breakfast Buffet ($19.95)
10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Vendors Open
Entertainment TBA
2 p.m.: Spirit Ride Grand Finale Bike Giveaway
Jul
27
Sun
Hog Wild @ Quinault Beach Resort & Casino
Jul 27 all-day

Hog Wild is three days of fun, excitement, music, food, vendors and beautiful northwestern scenery, as well as a chance to win a 2014 Indian Chief Custom Motorcycle.

For more information about this event, click here.

Friday, July 25

8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration Open
11:30 a.m.: Beer Garen Opens
11:30 a.m.: DJ starts
11:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
noon-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Men’s small piece tattoo competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Ladies’ small piece tattoo competition
2:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ competition
3:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m.: Slow Bikes Races
4 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Spirit Ride Prime Rib Buffet
4:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
5 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Swimsuit Competition
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Bike Stereo Competition
8 p.m.-9 p.m.: Bikes on parade
9 p.m.-10:30 p.m.: Skynnyn Lynnyrd Concert

Saturday, July 26th
8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration is open
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
10 a.m.: DJ Starts
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Ride in bike show
10:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
11 a.m.: Beer Garden Opens
11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Poker Run
11:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Mr. Hog Wild
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ Competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Miss Hog Wild Competition
2:15 p.m.-3:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Races
3:15 p.m.-4:45 p.m.: Entertainment/Band (TBD)
4:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Bikes on Parade
5 p.m.-9 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Hog Wild Barbecue Feast
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Men’s Large Piece Tattoo Competition
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
8 p.m.-8:15 p.m.: Ladies’ Large Piece Tattoo Competition
8:45 p.m.-9:30 p.m.: Bike Competition
9:30 p.m.-11 p.m.: Hell’s Belles
Sunday, July 27th
9 a.m.-2 p.m.: Hog Wild Hangover Breakfast Buffet ($19.95)
10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Vendors Open
Entertainment TBA
2 p.m.: Spirit Ride Grand Finale Bike Giveaway
Jul
31
Thu
Healthy Lifestyle: Tai Chi @ Oakville Methodist Church
Jul 31 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyle: Tai Chi @ Oakville Methodist Church | Oakville | Washington | United States

Join Lauren Jessop in an introduction to the health benefits of Tai Chi and Qi Gong (breathing and energy) focusing on Yang style of Tai Chi. Register online here or by calling the library at 360-273-5305.

Aug
5
Tue
Bella Blood Drive @ Westport Winery
Aug 5 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Bella Blood Drive @ Westport Winery | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Blood donors are invited to make reservations for Westport Winery’s next Bella Blood Drive and join the Roberts family as they give the gift of life. The winery will accept reservations for up to three donors every 15 minutes during this timeframe. Free refreshments will be provided to donors. Basic donor criteria is available here or by calling 1-866-236-3276. Blood donors can donate every 56 days. For more information, visit Westport Winery’s website here.

 

Aug
6
Wed
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ McCLeary Timberland Library
Aug 6 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ McCLeary Timberland Library | McCleary | Washington | United States

Lewis County native Beth Peterson will talk about her new book,“Life After Lightning,” at the McCleary, Elma and Aberdeen Timberland Libraries this August.

The book chronicles Peterson’s near-death experiences, having been twice struck by lightning. The result has been extensive physical and emotional damage, multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery.

In her book and her public talks, Peterson reveals how she persevered through the pain, grief and loss. She encourages people to live in balance with others and offers insights on topics such as family, spiritual recovery and discovering one’s true direction in life.

 

Thomas Rhett @ Grays Harbor Fair and Event Center
Aug 6 @ 8:00 pm
Thomas Rhett @ Grays Harbor Fair and Event Center | Elma | Washington | United States

Country music’s rising star, Thomas Rhett will take to the Pepsi Stage during the Grays Harbor County Fair. He’s charted four singles from his debut album “It Goes Like This”.

Aug
7
Thu
Healthy Lifestyle: Labels, Leadville and Lore @ Oakville Methodist Church
Aug 7 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyle: Labels, Leadville and Lore @ Oakville Methodist Church | Oakville | Washington | United States

Douglas Rhoades, author of “Labels, Leadville and Lore” will speak on reading food labels and how labels have changed our history. The first 20 people will receive a copy of his book. Register online here or by calling the library at 360-273-5305.

“America’s Music” Series: Broadway and Tin Pan Alley @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library
Aug 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
"America’s Music" Series: Broadway and Tin Pan Alley @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library | McCleary | Washington | United States

America’s Music is a free film and discussion series highlighting popular music genres from the 20th century. The first of four sessions covers Broadway and Tin Pan Alley music and features the film “Broadway: The American Musical.”

 

Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ Elma Timberland Library
Aug 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ Elma Timberland Library | Elma | Washington | United States

Lewis County native Beth Peterson will talk about her new book,“Life After Lightning,” at the McCleary, Elma and Aberdeen Timberland Libraries this August.

The book chronicles Peterson’s near-death experiences, having been twice struck by lightning. The result has been extensive physical and emotional damage, multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery.

In her book and her public talks, Peterson reveals how she persevered through the pain, grief and loss. She encourages people to live in balance with others and offers insights on topics such as family, spiritual recovery and discovering one’s true direction in life.

 

 

Cody Beebe & the Crooks @ Grays Harbor Fair and Event Center
Aug 7 @ 8:00 pm

The expansive eleven tracks are a mixture of roots rock and modern country flavored with jazz, blues and soul, all centered around Beebe’s gravelly tenor and loose southern drawl that makes you think he may be a long lost Van Zant brother.

Aug
8
Fri
Humptulips @ Grays Harbor Fair and Event Center
Aug 8 @ 8:00 pm
Humptulips @ Grays Harbor Fair and Event Center | Elma | Washington | United States

Local country band with a twist of rock. They’re the 2014 Battle of the Bands Champions! Don’t miss this opportunity to see what our local talent can do.

Aug
9
Sat
Ocean Shores Body and Soul Festival @ Ocean Shores Lions Club
Aug 9 @ 10:00 am – Aug 10 @ 5:00 pm

Holistic Wellness and Psychic Fair. Lots of vendors and classes all day long! Click here for info. Donations for Meals on Wheels appreciated!

The Atomic Punks: Tribute to Van Halen @ Grays Harbor Fair and Event Center
Aug 9 @ 8:00 pm

Voted Best Tribute Band of the Year three years in a row. This Val Halen Tribute band will blow you away.

Aug
11
Mon
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Aug 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Lewis County native Beth Peterson will talk about her new book,“Life After Lightning,” at the McCleary, Elma and Aberdeen Timberland Libraries this August.

The book chronicles Peterson’s near-death experiences, having been twice struck by lightning. The result has been extensive physical and emotional damage, multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery.

In her book and her public talks, Peterson reveals how she persevered through the pain, grief and loss. She encourages people to live in balance with others and offers insights on topics such as family, spiritual recovery and discovering one’s true direction in life.

 

Aug
14
Thu
Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church
Aug 14 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church | Oakville | Washington | United States

Deborah Baker, Ph.D, will discuss how our beliefs, attitudes and emotions sabotage our health and offer techniques to manage them. The first 20 people will receive a copy of her book: “101 Great Ways to Improve your Life, Vol 2.” Register online here or by calling the library at 360-273-5305.

“America’s Music” Series: Rock @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library
Aug 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
"America’s Music" Series: Rock @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library | McCleary | Washington | United States

America’s Music is a free film and discussion series highlighting popular music genres from the 20th century. The second of four sessions covers Rock music and features the film “The History of Rock and Roll: Episode 6 Plugging In.”

Aug
19
Tue
Steampunk Part @ Elma Timberland Library
Aug 19 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Immerse yourself in the world of steampunk crafts, activities and music. Add metallic parts like watch gears to hats and necklaces; make temporary tattoos and play quirky Victorian parlor games, all to a background of steampunk images and rock music. This event is part of Summer Reading, a Timberland Regional Library districtwide program.

Aug
21
Thu
Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church
Aug 21 @ 5:30 pm – Aug 28 @ 7:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church | Oakville | Washington | United States

Mary Sanders will present an introduction to canning that offers quick tips and information to start preserving fresh foods. Participants will receive a sample to take home. Register online here or by calling the library at 360-273-5305.

 

Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church
Aug 21 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church | Oakville | Washington | United States

What’s the difference between “juicing” and “smoothies”? Join in a presentation and discussion with Registered Dietitian Pat Odiorne. Free screening for sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure will be available. Register online at here or by calling the library at 360-273-5305.

“America’s Music” Series: The Blues and Gospel Music @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library
Aug 21 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
"America’s Music" Series: The Blues and Gospel Music @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library | McCleary | Washington | United States

America’s Music is a free film and discussion series highlighting popular music genres from the 20th century. The third of four sessions covers Blues and Gospel music and features two films – “Martin Scorsese Presents The Blues” and “Say Amen, Somebody.”

Aug
25
Mon
North Beach Singers Winter Kick-Off @ Galilean Lutheran Church
Aug 25 @ 5:30 pm

The North Beach Singers of Ocean Shores will host a Kick-Off to begin preparing for their Winter Concerts in December. New members are welcome.

Aug
28
Thu
“America’s Music” Series: Country & Bluegrass @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library
Aug 28 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
"America’s Music" Series: Country & Bluegrass @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library | McCleary | Washington | United States

America’s Music is a free film series highlighting popular music genres from the 20th century. The final of four sessions covers Country and Bluegrass music and features the film “High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music.”