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.

Oct
27
Fri
Haunted Weekend @ Navy Getaways Pacific Beach
Oct 27 all-day

Free activities include a spooky scavenger hunt, Halloween crafts, late night ghost hunt, and a local haunted house. Other activities include bewitched bowling Friday and Saturday and adult karaoke in the bar on Saturday night.

**Open to all active duty, reservists, retired military, DoD employees, and sponsored guests**

Galway Bay Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 27 @ 12:00 pm

2017 will herald the 14th year of the Galway Bay Celtic Music Festival, celebrating Irish songs, ballads, players and bands. 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.

Minors are allowed at the Convention Center, but not at Galway Bay or 8th Street. Children under 12 Are Free.

Adult Costume Party @ Seabrook Town Hall
Oct 27 @ 8:00 pm – 11:45 pm

Get dressed up and head to the Town Hall for dancing, drinks, games, and a costume contest for prizes!

Oct
28
Sat
Haunted Weekend @ Navy Getaways Pacific Beach
Oct 28 all-day

Free activities include a spooky scavenger hunt, Halloween crafts, late night ghost hunt, and a local haunted house. Other activities include bewitched bowling Friday and Saturday and adult karaoke in the bar on Saturday night.

**Open to all active duty, reservists, retired military, DoD employees, and sponsored guests**

Galway Bay Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 28 @ 10:45 am

2017 will herald the 14th year of the Galway Bay Celtic Music Festival, celebrating Irish songs, ballads, players and bands. 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.

Minors are allowed at the Convention Center, but not at Galway Bay or 8th Street. Children under 12 Are Free.

NaNoWriMo at the Library: Prep Party @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Oct 28 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Write the novel you’ve always wanted to write – now. National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a fun and exciting way to challenge yourself to write 50,000 words (approximately 175 pages) during the month of November! In this 1-hour session learn how to sign up for NaNoWriMo, get information about available resources and library write-ins, and receive a writing packet full of tips, ideas, and other essentials.

Spooktacular Speak Easy @ Loft Martini and Wine Bar
Oct 28 @ 8:00 pm

Join The Loft Martini and Wine Bar for a Spooktacular Speak-Easy Halloween Party

Celebrate the prohibition era with drink specials, fun decor and $50 gift certificate for the winning couple costume that fits our theme.  No cover charge.

Oct
29
Sun
Galway Bay Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 29 @ 10:45 am

2017 will herald the 14th year of the Galway Bay Celtic Music Festival, celebrating Irish songs, ballads, players and bands. 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.

Minors are allowed at the Convention Center, but not at Galway Bay or 8th Street. Children under 12 Are Free.

Nov
1
Wed
Nonprofit Small Grants Deadline @ Grays Harbor Community Foundation
Nov 1 @ 5:00 pm

All Grays Harbor area nonprofits and school districts that fit within our Giving Priorities are eligible to apply for a small grant. Grants are available for requests of $5,000 and below.  Small Grant requests might include small scale technology needs, items for shelters or housing programs, food purchases for feeding programs, educational supplies for early learning or schools, small renovation or improvement projects, capacity building, etc. Organizations that are awarded small grants are still eligible to apply for our twice annual Community Building Grants program. Contact Jessica with any questions

Nov
8
Wed
PageTurners Book Discussion @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Nov 8 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
PageTurners Book Discussion @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Everyone is welcome to attend this monthly event. Visit the Aberdeen Timberland Library’s website here for current reading list information and additional event details.

Nov
10
Fri
Toast to Vets Party @ Seabrook Town Hall
Nov 10 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Mill 109 Restaurant and Pub partners with Wishkah River Distillery for this social gathering celebrating the heroes in our community, the Veterans.

4 specialty cocktails made with Wishkah River Distillery Spirits will be paired with 4 mouth-watering small plates created by Mill 109 chefs. +21 Party for Adults

Nov
17
Fri
Elma Bazaar Weekend/Craft Fair @ Elma Grange
Nov 17 @ 10:00 am

Crafts, gifts and food at the Elma Grange and locations in downtown Elma. You don’t want to miss Elma’s Christmas and Holiday Bazaar Weekend. Start early and pick up the map of bazaars, in the drop box, at Elma Visitors Station, corner of Main and 3rd Streets.

There are 8 bazaars that have published information. After the bazaars, browse the quaint shops located in downtown Elma and have lunch at one of the many restaurants or groups offering lunch.

Nov
18
Sat
Country Christmas Bazaar @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds
Nov 18 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Country Christmas Bazaar @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds | Elma | Washington | United States

Tis the season for the Country Christmas Bazaar. A hand-crafted Bazaar including; pottery, quilts, stained glass, furniture, baked goods, floral, candy, toys, decorations, jewelry & much more.. So, join us in bringing in the holiday spirit at the Grays Harbor County Fair & Events Center, Saturday and Sunday, November 18th and 19th. Saturday from 10am – 5pm and Sunday from 11 am – 4pm. We hope to see you for all things Christmas.

Elma Bazaar Weekend/Craft Fair @ Elma Grange
Nov 18 @ 10:00 am

Crafts, gifts and food at the Elma Grange and locations in downtown Elma. You don’t want to miss Elma’s Christmas and Holiday Bazaar Weekend. Start early and pick up the map of bazaars, in the drop box, at Elma Visitors Station, corner of Main and 3rd Streets.

There are 8 bazaars that have published information. After the bazaars, browse the quaint shops located in downtown Elma and have lunch at one of the many restaurants or groups offering lunch.

PageTurners Book Discussion @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Nov 18 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
PageTurners Book Discussion @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Everyone is welcome to attend this monthly event. Visit the Aberdeen Timberland Library’s website here for current reading list information and additional event details.

Nov
19
Sun
Elma Bazaar Weekend/Craft Fair @ Elma Grange
Nov 19 @ 10:00 am

Crafts, gifts and food at the Elma Grange and locations in downtown Elma. You don’t want to miss Elma’s Christmas and Holiday Bazaar Weekend. Start early and pick up the map of bazaars, in the drop box, at Elma Visitors Station, corner of Main and 3rd Streets.

There are 8 bazaars that have published information. After the bazaars, browse the quaint shops located in downtown Elma and have lunch at one of the many restaurants or groups offering lunch.

Country Christmas Bazaar @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds
Nov 19 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Country Christmas Bazaar @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds | Elma | Washington | United States

Tis the season for the Country Christmas Bazaar. A hand-crafted Bazaar including; pottery, quilts, stained glass, furniture, baked goods, floral, candy, toys, decorations, jewelry & much more.. So, join us in bringing in the holiday spirit at the Grays Harbor County Fair & Events Center, Saturday and Sunday, November 18th and 19th. Saturday from 10am – 5pm and Sunday from 11 am – 4pm. We hope to see you for all things Christmas.

Nov
21
Tue
PageTurners Book Discussion @ Elma Timberland Library
Nov 21 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join other community members in a book discussion of “Where’d You Go Bernadette” by Maria Semple. New members are always welcome! Call the library at 360-482-3737 or stop by the library to request a copy of the book.

Nov
24
Fri
Winter Fanta-Sea Craft Show @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
Nov 24 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Dale’s Lavender Valley will be at the Ocean Shores Convention Center along with 70 arts and crafts booths – just in time for the holidays! We will be featuring lots of new products.

Gift ideas ranging from wonderful stocking stuffers to great hostess gifts as well as delightful holiday gifts for everyone. We hope to see you there!

Nov
30
Thu
GHC’s Jazz Concert @ Bishop Center for Performing Arts
Nov 30 @ 7:00 pm
GHC's Jazz Concert @ Bishop Center for Performing Arts | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Enjoy this quarterly performance by GHC’s Jazz Band directed by Dr. William Dyer and Jazz Choir directed JR Lakey.

Dec
3
Sun
Holiday Bazaar @ Seabrook Town Hall
Dec 3 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Local artists and crafters join in the Town Hall selling their unique and hand made goods for the holidays! Come and find that perfect one of a kind gift for your loved ones, while supporting local talent!

GH Symphony Orchestra @ Bishop Center for Performing Arts
Dec 3 @ 7:30 pm
GH Symphony Orchestra @ Bishop Center for Performing Arts | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

The Fall Grays Harbor Symphony Concert is titled Música Latino Sinfonía. It will feature orchestral music from Latin America, including: Danzon No. 2, by Marquez; El Salón México, by Copland; Huapango, by Moncayo; and Rhumba from the Latin American Symphony, by Gould. Featured on the bassoon will be Stephanie Octave performing the Ciranda das sete notas, by Villa-Lobos.