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
2
Sat
The Feral Folk with Abi Grace @ Oyhut Bay
Jul 2 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Feral Folk with Abi Grace @ Oyhut Bay | Ocean Shores | Washington | United States

Free! Fun for the whole family! Live music with The Feral Folk and Abi Grace in the Big Tent at Oyhut Bay. All are welcome – homeowners, rental guests and visitors from town.

Oyhut Bay is located 5 miles south of Downtown Ocean Shores. Come visit and enjoy some live music!

Jul
3
Sun
The Bruce Hughes Band @ Oyhut Bay
Jul 3 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Free! Fun for the whole family! Classic rock from The Bruce Hughes Band. Live music and dancing in the Big Tent at Oyhut Bay (5 miles south of Downtown Ocean Shores).

Plus Gigi’s Food Truck is coming down with pulled pork, burgers, fries and more tasty treats. They’ll be here 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for your late lunch/early dinner.

All are welcome for this free event at Oyhut Bay!

Jul
16
Sat
Garden Tour with WSU Master Gardeners @ Behind the Garden Gate
Jul 16 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Garden Tour with WSU Master Gardeners @ Behind the Garden Gate | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Tour eight special gardens in Aberdeen and Cosmopolis. Sponsored by the WSU Master Gardeners of Grays Harbor and Pacific County, this is the 18th annual tour in the area.
A self-directed tour with addresses in the ticket book.

Purchase tickets at
Marshall’s Garden and Pet, Aberdeen; Harbor Drug and Gifts, Hoquiam; Valu Drug, Montesano; Elma Variety Store; Everybody’s Video and More, Raymond; Rose Cottage, Grayland; Galway Bay Celtic Imports, and Mermaid Cove, both in Ocean Shores.

Jul
23
Sat
Aberdeen Art Walk & Rod Fest @ Downtown Aberdeen
Jul 23 @ 10:00 am
Aberdeen Art Walk & Rod Fest @ Downtown Aberdeen | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

100 Artist and Craft Vendors surround the Downtiwn core. Kids cornet, live entertainment all day and 4 block of classic cars. Evening concert at the D&R Theater featuring KANSAS. All day family fun.

Aug
5
Fri
Banjo Train and BBQ @ Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum
Aug 5 @ 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Banjo Train and BBQ @ Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum | Elbe | Washington | United States

Get ready a toe tapping, knee slapping performance by the Tacoma Banjo Band. This two and half hour special event includes a steam train ride to the museum for the concert and catered BBQ by the experts at Longhorn BBQ. Seating on the train is limited and this is a catered event so please place advance reservations.

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

Oct
1
Sat
Big Foot Brew Fest @ Seabrook
Oct 1 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Big Foot Brew Fest @ Seabrook | Moclips | Washington | United States

For complete event information, click here.

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
15
Sat
Jeremy Kittel Trio @ Bishop Center
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Jeremy Kittel Trio @ Bishop Center

Jeremy Kittel is an American fiddler, violinist, and composer. Fluent in multiple genres, his original music draws from traditional roots, jazz, Celtic, classical, eletronic, and more. He has composed and arranged for artists Jars of Clay, Yo-Yo Ma, and the Silk Road Ensemble. The Trio appeared in “Prairie Home Companion,” in addition to their frequent tours. Adults $15, Seniors $12, $10 Students, 12 & under one free w/paying adult.

 

Oct
18
Tue
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 18 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Oct
19
Wed
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 19 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Oct
20
Thu
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 20 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Oct
21
Fri
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 21 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Oct
22
Sat
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 22 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Oct
23
Sun
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 23 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Oct
29
Sat
Nightmare Ball @ Quinault Beach Resort and Casino
Oct 29 @ 9:00 pm
Nightmare Ball @ Quinault Beach Resort and Casino | Hoquiam | Washington | United States

Live entertainment by Kiss Army, giveaway items at the door and free drink ticket, finger food, costume contests with prizes and drawings for free play. VIPs receive free admission. All others required to pay $20 for entry.  Learn more about the Nightmare Ball and the full weekend of Halloween fun in this ThurstonTalk article.

Oct
31
Mon
18th Annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat @ Downtown Elma
Oct 31 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
18th Annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat @ Downtown Elma

The Elma Chamber of Commerce, along with Elma Businesses invite families to the 18th annual Elma Downtown Trick or Treat on Monday, October 31st.  Bring your trick or treaters from 3:00 – 6:00 PM to the Elma Chamber and participating businesses.  Enjoy a wagon ride on the Elma Feed Store shuttle, which will be loading and unloading at the Elma Chamber.

For questions email:  elmachamber@gmail.com or call: 360-482-3055

Harvest Fair Carnival @ Elma Middle School
Oct 31 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Harvest Fair Carnival @ Elma Middle School | Elma | Washington | United States

The Harvest Fair Carnival at the Elma Middle School will be on Monday, October 31, sponsored by the Churches of Elma.  The Harvest Fair Carnival is from 5:00 – 7:30 PM and all the “FUN” is free!

Great Pumpkin Social Media Costume Contest @ Quinault Beach Resort and Casino
Oct 31 @ 7:00 pm
Great Pumpkin Social Media Costume Contest @ Quinault Beach Resort and Casino | Hoquiam | Washington | United States
Beginning Thursday, participants are invited to post their costumes online and through social media platforms, such as Facebook and Twitter. All “Likes” will count as votes. Then at 7 p.m. on Monday, the results of the contest will be announced at the casino. Nominees and participants must be here to claim their prizes. Categories will include the same as Saturday’s event: scariest costume, most original costume, sexiest female costume, sexiest male costume, best couples costume and best group costumes. See Facebook page for complete details and rules.
Nov
5
Sat
Toast the Harbor Food & Wine Festival @ Quinault Beach Resort & Casino
Nov 5 @ 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Toast the Harbor Food & Wine Festival  @ Quinault Beach Resort & Casino | Hoquiam | Washington | United States

The Aberdeen Lions Club presents its 12th annual Toast the Harbor Food and Wine Festival.
Patrons will be able to taste wines from a dozen different wineries, beer from two breweries andspirits from a local distiller, plus shop at many different food and retail vendors. We will have bottles of your favorite wines available for purchase.

You will be able to browse and participate in the silent auction items throughout the open hours. We will have an abundance of wonderful items from our local businesses:  fine jewelry, vacation stays, fishing charters, many unique gift baskets, fine art, home decor, gift certificates and so much more to choose from. Bring your generous hearts and your fun loving competitive spirit.

Nov
12
Sat
3rd Annual Wishkah Holiday Bazaar @ Wishkah Valley School
Nov 12 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
3rd Annual Wishkah Holiday Bazaar @ Wishkah Valley School | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Wishkah Booster Club/PTO is putting on their 3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar! Come start your Holiday shopping here! Lots of vendors and amazing stuff! Concessions are going to be open for breakfast and lunch! Hope to see you all there!

Nov
25
Fri
Coffee with the Community @ South Bay Coffee Company
Nov 25 @ 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
Coffee with the Community @ South Bay Coffee Company | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Join is for Coffee with the Community! Black Friday at South Bay Coffee Company, our little Elf Barista’s will get you going for your shopping adventures!

Don’t forget to check out our Facebook page for more details.