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.

Jun
27
Fri
The Five Star Dealerships Sand and Sawdust Festival @ Ocean Shores Convention Center/Beach
Jun 27 all-day

Master chainsaw carvers from all over the world flock to this coastal beach town to compete, Daily families and artists sculpt it out for the best sand sculpture. Free sculpting lessons on Friday, Sunday and Watch Out for that rising tide! Unique Sawdust wood carvings sold at auction each day. Kids Zone, contests. Come and bring the entire family, kick off your shoes and enjoy The Five Star Dealerships Sand.

Jun
28
Sat
The Five Star Dealerships Sand and Sawdust Festival @ Ocean Shores Convention Center/Beach
Jun 28 all-day

Master chainsaw carvers from all over the world flock to this coastal beach town to compete, Daily families and artists sculpt it out for the best sand sculpture. Free sculpting lessons on Friday, Sunday and Watch Out for that rising tide! Unique Sawdust wood carvings sold at auction each day. Kids Zone, contests. Come and bring the entire family, kick off your shoes and enjoy The Five Star Dealerships Sand.

Jun
29
Sun
The Five Star Dealerships Sand and Sawdust Festival @ Ocean Shores Convention Center/Beach
Jun 29 all-day

Master chainsaw carvers from all over the world flock to this coastal beach town to compete, Daily families and artists sculpt it out for the best sand sculpture. Free sculpting lessons on Friday, Sunday and Watch Out for that rising tide! Unique Sawdust wood carvings sold at auction each day. Kids Zone, contests. Come and bring the entire family, kick off your shoes and enjoy The Five Star Dealerships Sand.

Jul
3
Thu
First Thursdays @ City of Hoquiam
Jul 3 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Hoquiam businesses are celebrating spring with the “First Thursdays” events continuing into 2014. The result of the event, now in its third year, has been increased foot traffic in downtown, a spike in sales for local businesses, join participating businesses every First Thursday from May through September and enjoy special deals, food, music and local art.

Jul
25
Fri
16th Annual Aberdeen Art Walk & Celebration: Artists Reception @ Downtown Aberdeen
Jul 25 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

2014 Aberdeen Downtown Art Walk and Celebration’s 16th annual event will take place in the heart of historical downtown Aberdeen. Organizers Aberdeen Revitalization Movement and the Midnight Cruisers have teamed up once again to provide a day of fun and entertainment for area Art lovers and Car Enthusiasts.

The popular event will include talented artists and crafts persons set up throughout Central Downtown Aberdeen. Entertainment will include outstanding performances by local talents.  Artists, Entertainers, and food vendors will guide the way to Midnight Cruisers Car Show of Outstanding Autos. Book lovers will enjoy The Annual Aberdeen Library Book Sale .

On Friday, an Artist’s Reception will be  followed by a Street Dance with the band Ready or Not.

Jul
26
Sat
16th Annual Aberdeen Art Walk & Celebration @ Downtown Aberdeen
Jul 26 all-day

2014 Aberdeen Downtown Art Walk and Celebration’s 16th annual event will take place in the heart of historical downtown Aberdeen. Organizers Aberdeen Revitalization Movement and the Midnight Cruisers have teamed up once again to provide a day of fun and entertainment for area Art lovers and Car Enthusiasts.

The popular event will include talented artists and crafts persons set up throughout Central Downtown Aberdeen. Entertainment will include outstanding performances by local talents.  Artists, Entertainers, and food vendors will guide the way to Midnight Cruisers Car Show of Outstanding Autos. Book lovers will enjoy The Annual Aberdeen Library Book Sale .

Saturday’s event will include the Car Show from 10:00 a.m.-3:oo p.m. and the anticipated Art Walk Celebration from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

The full Saturday line-up is as follows:

11:30 a.m.-noon: High Impact Dancers

12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m.: Jalen Terry

1:00 p.m.-1:45 p.m.:  Joe Ty

2:oo p.m.-2:45 p.m.: Jackie Mitchell

3:00 p.m.-3:45 p. m.: Joe Ty

Blue Tail Gallery Grand Opening @ Blue Tail Gallery
Jul 26 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

You are invited to attend the grand opening of “Blue Tail Gallery”, a new art venue in Ocean Shores. Enjoy refreshments while admiring the artworks on display of several local and international artists.

The “Blue Tail Gallery” is located in the North Beach Printing building. Owner Artemisa Garcia shares her new venture with the residents and visitors here in Ocean Shores by inviting you to this grand opening event.

Among the artists participating in this venture are award-wining artists, international artists, amateur artists, and some artists that have never exhibited before. So there is a lot of talent, variety and beauty to behold under one roof. The collection of original fine arts and reproductions includes: watercolors, oil, acrylics, pastels, encaustic, and photography are available for sale, including greeting cards.

Blue Tail Gallery will be open from Monday through Thursday 9am-6pm, Fridays, and Saturdays 10am-8pm, and Sundays 10am-5pm.

We hope you come and join us and share with us your love for the arts.

 

Aug
7
Thu
First Thursdays @ City of Hoquiam
Aug 7 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Hoquiam businesses are celebrating spring with the “First Thursdays” events continuing into 2014. The result of the event, now in its third year, has been increased foot traffic in downtown, a spike in sales for local businesses, join participating businesses every First Thursday from May through September and enjoy special deals, food, music and local art.

Oct
10
Fri
Schafer Meadows Fiber Fest @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds
Oct 10 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Schafer Meadows Fiber Fest @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds | Elma | Washington | United States
Find supplies, finished fiber related goods and even equipment for sale at the Schafer Meadows Fiber Fest. If that is not enough to excite you, how about just coming down and hanging out with a bunch of like minded people. Bring your spinning wheel, or other fiber related project, and a chair and come on down and hang out for a day or two (or three). If you don’t have something to work on, don’t worry. We have 16 or so free classes (you may need to purchase a small amount of supplies on hand) and demonstrations lined up for you for the weekend as well as a few vendor related “make-n-take” projects offered at a reasonable price (under $5.00.) We hope to see you this weekend!
Oct
11
Sat
Schafer Meadows Fiber Fest @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds
Oct 11 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Schafer Meadows Fiber Fest @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds | Elma | Washington | United States
Find supplies, finished fiber related goods and even equipment for sale at the Schafer Meadows Fiber Fest. If that is not enough to excite you, how about just coming down and hanging out with a bunch of like minded people. Bring your spinning wheel, or other fiber related project, and a chair and come on down and hang out for a day or two (or three). If you don’t have something to work on, don’t worry. We have 16 or so free classes (you may need to purchase a small amount of supplies on hand) and demonstrations lined up for you for the weekend as well as a few vendor related “make-n-take” projects offered at a reasonable price (under $5.00.) We hope to see you this weekend!
Oct
12
Sun
Schafer Meadows Fiber Fest @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds
Oct 12 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Schafer Meadows Fiber Fest @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds | Elma | Washington | United States
Find supplies, finished fiber related goods and even equipment for sale at the Schafer Meadows Fiber Fest. If that is not enough to excite you, how about just coming down and hanging out with a bunch of like minded people. Bring your spinning wheel, or other fiber related project, and a chair and come on down and hang out for a day or two (or three). If you don’t have something to work on, don’t worry. We have 16 or so free classes (you may need to purchase a small amount of supplies on hand) and demonstrations lined up for you for the weekend as well as a few vendor related “make-n-take” projects offered at a reasonable price (under $5.00.) We hope to see you this weekend!
Nov
7
Fri
22nd Annual Fall Gala @ Grays Harbor College, Spellman Library
Nov 7 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Participating Harbor artists include Elizabeth Bolton, Kathi Butorac, Kathryn Cotnoir, Matthew Coyle, Julie Daniels, Kathryn Decker, Kathleen Graddy, Ken Hunt, Robert Hunter, Brent Knott, Susan LaMadrid, Carrie Larson, Bev King Lufkin, Ivy Moyer, Linda K. Parisi, Cayla Quinton, Erik Sandgren, Cara Beth Stevenson and Nathan Whorton.

The exhibit may also be viewed through December 11 during regular library hours, which are Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Thursdays until 6 p.m., Fridays until 4:30 p.m.; and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Nov
15
Sat
Books at the Beach: A Celebration of Poets and Novelists @ Westport Timberland Library
Nov 15 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Author Panel – hear authors read from their books, Q&A to follow. Books will be available for sale & signing. Guest authors: Gail Huggard, Ryan Williams, Darrel White. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Westport Timberland Library.

Family Movie Matinee @ Hoquiam Timberland Library
Nov 15 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Bring your own snacks and join us for a family-friendly movie.

Nov
22
Sat
“Out of Darkness” Exhibit Opening Reception @ Saron Lutheran Church
Nov 22 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
"Out of Darkness" Exhibit Opening Reception @ Saron Lutheran Church | Hoquiam | Washington | United States

During Advent, Saron Lutheran Church will host an exhibition of visual art and writing that responds to the quiet, anticipatory aspects of the season. This show, “Out of Darkness,” showcases art and poetry which sets a reflective mood, serving as a place of rest and deeper contemplation in the midst of the hectic and sometimes superficial rush of holiday bustle.

The exhibit will run November 22 – December 21.  The public is invited to take a break from holiday shopping and stop by during special open hours on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., and Sundays from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

An opening reception, complete with music, refreshments, and readings. Come see these creative, personal interpretations of what “Out of Darkness” can mean.

Dec
20
Sat
Family Movie Matinee @ Elma Timberland Library
Dec 20 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

At the Library, 3rd Saturday each month-a Family Movie Matinee. Popcorn and one of two (or both!) showings. Sponsored by the Friends of the Elma Timberland Library.

Jan
17
Sat
Live Art & Music @ Seabrook Town Hall
Jan 17 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Live Art & Music @ Seabrook Town Hall | Washington | United States

Abstract Seattle painter Jimmy Gersen will be creating a one of a kind masterpiece live to the music of rock band The Fiasco at Seabrook Town Hall. You don’t want to miss this unique event!  Art for sale. Cash bar and dancing.

Jan
20
Tue
Stitch ‘n Stuff Salon @ Aberdeen Timberland Regional Library
Jan 20 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Bring your current DIY arts project and network with other creative folks after hours in the library. Join us whether your thing is knitting or calligraphy, crocheting or embroidery, or anything in between. Swap stories and tips from past successes or failures. Enjoy refreshments, courtesy of the Friends of the Aberdeen Timberland Library. Plan to enter before the library closes at 7 p.m. Services will not be available after the library closes.

Apr
4
Sat
53d Beachcombers Driftwood Show @ Grayland Community Hall
Apr 4 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
53d Beachcombers Driftwood Show @ Grayland Community Hall | Grayland | Washington | United States

The 53d Beachcombers Driftwood Show and Glass Float Hunt attracts natural beach art enthusiasts and glass float collectors each year to Westport-Grayland for fun and prizes.  For more information, visit the event’s website here.

Apr
5
Sun
53d Beachcombers Driftwood Show @ Grayland Community Hall
Apr 5 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
53d Beachcombers Driftwood Show @ Grayland Community Hall | Grayland | Washington | United States

The 53d Beachcombers Driftwood Show and Glass Float Hunt attracts natural beach art enthusiasts and glass float collectors each year to Westport-Grayland for fun and prizes.  For more information, visit the event’s website here.

Jun
6
Sat
Ocean Shores Wearable Art Show @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
Jun 6 @ 7:30 pm
Ocean Shores Wearable Art Show @ Ocean Shores Convention Center | Ocean Shores | Washington | United States

Artists of all media types create functional and not-so-functional pieces of spectacular fashion in this year’s show, “Myths and Legends” that comes to life in one magical evening of music, dance and wearable art.

For more information, visit the event’s website here.

Sep
19
Sat
6th Annual Festival and Artists Market @ Lake Sylvia State Park
Sep 19 @ 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
6th Annual Festival and Artists Market @ Lake Sylvia State Park | Montesano | Washington | United States

The temperature is cooling, leaves are changing colors, pumpkin spice is in the air and it’s time to celebrate fall!

Join us for a family day of Trail Races, an Artists Market, Boy Scout cooking demonstrations, Kids Activities, a Pancake Breakfast, live music, Food Vendors, Historical Talk and more for the Discover Lake Sylvia Fall Festival at Lake Sylvia State Park in Montesano, WA.