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
8
Sat
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival
Jun 8 @ 7:00 am
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival

Grays Harbor Festival of Colors is the premier, family friendly, kite festival on the west coast.This event is made for kite fliers of all skill levels with special events for kids.
In the past we have had kite fliers coming from as far away as India, Canada,
and many from the western United States. We are located in Grays Harbor on the
Washington State central coast.

Our festival is always on the first full week-end (Fri.,Sat.and Sun) in June.
The 2019 Festival of Colors is scheduled for June 7th, 8th and 9th. Our flying
beach is famous for the consistency of the winds and mild temperatures,
usually low to mid sixties at the time of the festival.

Jun
9
Sun
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival
Jun 9 @ 7:00 am
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival

Grays Harbor Festival of Colors is the premier, family friendly, kite festival on the west coast.This event is made for kite fliers of all skill levels with special events for kids.
In the past we have had kite fliers coming from as far away as India, Canada,
and many from the western United States. We are located in Grays Harbor on the
Washington State central coast.

Our festival is always on the first full week-end (Fri.,Sat.and Sun) in June.
The 2019 Festival of Colors is scheduled for June 7th, 8th and 9th. Our flying
beach is famous for the consistency of the winds and mild temperatures,
usually low to mid sixties at the time of the festival.

Jul
11
Thu
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

Jul
12
Fri
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 12 @ 1:00 pm
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

• Food Vendors ………………………………………1pm-7pm

• Craft Vendors ………………………………………3pm-7pm

• Games in the park ……………….……………….. 3pm-5pm

• Coronation ………………………………5:30pm (VFW Hall)

• Magician ..……………………..………6:30pm (Friday only)

• Guns & Hoses Annual Softball Tournament …….6:30pm

• Teen Dance ….………………………..……8pm(Parking Lot)

Jul
13
Sat
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 13 @ 8:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

• Softball Tournament ………………………….8am

• Food & Craft Vendors ………………………..9am-7pm

• Fun Run ……………………………….………..9am (Register at VFW)

• Kiddie Parade ……………………………………11:45am

• 60th Annual Grand Parade ….………….12pm

• Kid Zone ..……………………………….……..12:30pm-5pm

• World Famous Bear Festival Stew ..…1pm (Saturday only, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!)

• Elma Youth Cheer …………………………..1pm(Main Stage)

• Music in the Park …..……………….…..……1:30pm -The Fabulous Murphtones

• High Impact Dance Academy…………..3:30pm(Main Stage)

• Music in the Park ……………………………….5pm -The Olson’s

Run from the Bears Fun Run 1K, 5K, 10K
Jul 13 @ 8:00 am
Run from the Bears Fun Run 1K, 5K, 10K

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

60th Annual Grand Parade
Jul 13 @ 12:00 pm
60th Annual Grand Parade

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

60th Annual Bear Stew
Jul 13 @ 1:00 pm
60th Annual Bear Stew

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

Jul
14
Sun
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 14 @ 8:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

• Softball Tournament …………….…………………….8am

• Food & Craft Vendors …………….…………………..10am-4pm

• Car Show …………………….……………………………..10am (Simpson Ave. Next to OCCU)

• Petting Zoo (Kid Zone) …..……..………………….11am-4pm

• Kid Zone ………………………………………………..….11am-4pm

• Music in the Park………..………………………..……12pm -Monica Drake & Dewayne Brady

• Hay Toss ………………………………………………..….1pm

• Music in the Park…………….…………………………1pm -Kynan Shane

• Music in the Park…………….…………….……..……2pm -Humor & Heart

60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival-Royals Rumble Car Show
Jul 14 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival-Royals Rumble Car Show

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

Aberdeen Sunday Market
Jul 14 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Aberdeen Sunday Market

Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.

Jul
16
Tue
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

Aug
24
Sat
Family Forest Field Day @ Wildcat Creek Tree Farm
Aug 24 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Family Forest Field Day @ Wildcat Creek Tree Farm

Whether you own a “home in the woods” or many acres of land, this “out in the woods” educational event is packed with practical “how-to” information that you need to know.

Stewarding land is both rewarding and challenging. Successful management is due to the decisions you make and the actions you take. Attending the Family Forest Field Day will prepare you to plan and execute sound practices, enabling you to accomplish your management objectives, reduce risks, and protect your financial investment.

Don’t own land but are still interested in learning more about forests? Maybe you’re thinking about buying some forestland but want to see what you’re getting into? All are welcome!

Sep
12
Thu
A Pub Talk on Freshwater Mussels @ Mount Olympus Brewing Company
Sep 12 @ 6:00 pm
A Pub Talk on Freshwater Mussels @ Mount Olympus Brewing Company

On September 12th, at 6 pm at Mount Olympus Brewing in Aberdeen, Teal Waterstrat, a US Fish & Wildlife Service Biologist, will be presenting on freshwater mussels in the Chehalis River & their ecological importance.

Sep
21
Sat
10th Annual Lake Sylvia State Park FALL FESTIVAL @ Lake Sylvia State Park
Sep 21 @ 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
10th Annual Lake Sylvia State Park FALL FESTIVAL @ Lake Sylvia State Park

10th Annual Lake Sylvia State Park
FALL FESTIVAL

Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 7 AM – 4 PM
Lake Sylvia State Park – 1813 Lake Sylvia Rd North Montesano, WA
https://www.facebook.com/LakeSylviaStateParkFallFestival/

Pancake Breakfast
7 am—11 pm $5
Trail Races 8:30 am
Half Marathon / 10K / 5 K
Artists Market 9 am—4 pm
Food Booths and Live Music
Historic Talk by “Doc Shores” 1 pm
Kayak Paddle 2 pm
Kids Vintage Games and Nature Crafts
Educational booths by Stream Team

Oct
5
Sat
Emergency Preparedness EXPO @ Shoppes at Riverside (formerly South Shore Mall)
Oct 5 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Public Education on emergency preparedness may be provided by DEM staff. In addition to the information contained on this website, DEM would be happy to schedule a presentation at your company or event. DEM maintains a stock of literature on many types of hazards. Please call (360) 249-3911 to schedule a presentation for your group.

Oct
12
Sat
Free Kids Event: Build Off Early Learning Fun Fair @ Shoppes at Riverside
Oct 12 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Free Kids Event: Build Off Early Learning Fun Fair @ Shoppes at Riverside

The Build Off Early Learning Fun Fair is a free family fun event that will challenge children’s imaginations. Participants will try to build the tallest structure out of Keva planks in hopes of winning great prizes. After testing their building expertise, they will join our fun fair for art and science projects, safety games, and kids’ activities presented by a host of community organizations dedicated to early learning.

Oct
17
Thu
Quinault Country Peak to Sea @ Shilo Inn
Oct 17 @ 6:30 pm

This presentation will briefly highlight the natural and cultural history of the Quinault Region. Most of the presentation will look at the events and activities leading up to the land and river conditions we see today, and what the Quinault Indian Nation has done and plans to do with its natural resources and economic development.

Nov
13
Wed
Channel Point Speaker Series – Chiropractic Care and Your Health @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam - Channel Point Village
Nov 13 all-day

Please join us for an informative discussion with Dr. Mark Van Hemert, Doctor of Chiropractic at Hoquiam Chiropractic. Dr. Van Hemert has been a practicing Chiropractor for many years in Grays Harbor and enjoys sharing how chiropractic care can help with a number of conditions and keep you on a path of wellness. Channel Point’s Speaker Series is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Dec
12
Thu
Health, Hope and Heritage on the Harbors @ Events of Emerson
Dec 12 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Health, Hope and Heritage on the Harbors @ Events of Emerson

Please join us for “Health, Hope and Heritage on the Harbors,” a mini-symposium on the traditional culture of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties. December 12, 2019 at Events on Emerson in Hoquiam (212 4th Street). 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Maritime practices, tribal weaving and woodwork, and drag are among the numerous traditions that are present in the Twin Harbors. This event features panel discussions that will not only explore area traditions, but also examine their impact on the social and physical health of the community. “Health, Hope and Heritage on the Harbors” caps a year-long collaboration with Window Seat Media to document traditions in the Twin Harbors as part of our “Cultural Traditions Survey” program.

Feb
8
Sat
Butterfly Wingding @ Elma Timberland Library
Feb 8 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Explore butterflies through a variety of STEAM activities. Examine real butterfly wings with microscopes, fly paper butterflies in a wind tunnel, make a butterfly garden to take home, and more!