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.

Jan
8
Fri
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange
Jan 8 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange | Elma | Washington | United States

There will be food for sale. Money from food sales supports scholarship fund. New year new menu. Most of the food is home made.

Jan
9
Sat
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange
Jan 9 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange | Elma | Washington | United States

There will be food for sale. Money from food sales supports scholarship fund. New year new menu. Most of the food is home made.

Jan
24
Sun
Presentation: Beachcombing for All Ages @ Westport Winery Garden Resort
Jan 24 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Presentation: Beachcombing for All Ages @ Westport Winery Garden Resort | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Beachcombing For All Ages will be presented by marine biologist Alan Rammer. This class is open to all ages and is free to attend. Those attending are encouraged to bring their best beach finds for analysis and conversation with Rammer.

Rammer is co-author of the book Glass Fishing Floats of the World. He is retired from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and is a graduate from the University of Washington with a degree in Shellfish Biology and Invertebrate Zoology. Alan’s enthusiasm for the beach is only eclipsed by his gift as an educator. Rammer was the recipient of the 2012 National Marine Educator of the Year award.

The resort’s tasting room, gift shop, restaurant, bakery, nursery and gardens are open daily from 11 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (With the last dinner seating at 6:30 p.m. daily.) Guests are welcome to enjoy lunch during this lecture.

Feb
12
Fri
Valentine’s Photos with Sadie Mae @ Off the Walls Gallery
Feb 12 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Valentine's Photos with Sadie Mae @ Off the Walls Gallery | Shelton | Washington | United States

Two inventive businesses, and a very large dog, are hosting fundraisers for the Adopt-A-Pet dog shelter.

Off the Walls Gallery and Sadie Mae Hawkins have teamed up to create a crazy Valentine’s weekend event. Shop owner, Shelly Barnett, is setting up a Valentine-themed photo shoot area in her eclectic art store. Bring your own camera or cell phone and our volunteer photographers will take shots of you and Sadie Mae together. Participation is by donation of cash or bags of dog food.

Who is Sadie Mae Hawkins? Just the most famous dog in Shelton! A gigantic working Cane Corso service dog that just wants to spread love and happiness! Visit her Fan Club Facebook page and come to the gallery for a dog hug and photo.

When you are done there, head around the corner to Smoking Mo’s for their Pints for Pups program and some delicious food. Rent a 24-ounce beer mug for $5 and Mo’s will pass that $5 on to Adopt-A-Pet. Plus, you get an extra 8 ounces of beer with your normal pint purchase – so you get to drink like a Pirate for a good cause. And don’t miss their Tap Takeover with Lagunitas on Feb 24th with a dog food drive. Bring a bag of your favorite dog food and Mo’s will make sure it’s put to good use at Adopt-A-Pet. Smoking Mo’s is at 203 W Railroad Avenue.

Adopt-a-Pet is your local, non-profit dog shelter. In 2015, the team found loving homes for over 300 unwanted, abandoned and abused dogs. If you are interested in volunteering or donating, please visit their website at www.adoptapet-wa.org.

Feb
13
Sat
Valentine’s Photos with Sadie Mae @ Off the Walls Gallery
Feb 13 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Valentine's Photos with Sadie Mae @ Off the Walls Gallery | Shelton | Washington | United States

Two inventive businesses, and a very large dog, are hosting fundraisers for the Adopt-A-Pet dog shelter.

Off the Walls Gallery and Sadie Mae Hawkins have teamed up to create a crazy Valentine’s weekend event. Shop owner, Shelly Barnett, is setting up a Valentine-themed photo shoot area in her eclectic art store. Bring your own camera or cell phone and our volunteer photographers will take shots of you and Sadie Mae together. Participation is by donation of cash or bags of dog food.

Who is Sadie Mae Hawkins? Just the most famous dog in Shelton! A gigantic working Cane Corso service dog that just wants to spread love and happiness! Visit her Fan Club Facebook page and come to the gallery for a dog hug and photo.

When you are done there, head around the corner to Smoking Mo’s for their Pints for Pups program and some delicious food. Rent a 24-ounce beer mug for $5 and Mo’s will pass that $5 on to Adopt-A-Pet. Plus, you get an extra 8 ounces of beer with your normal pint purchase – so you get to drink like a Pirate for a good cause. And don’t miss their Tap Takeover with Lagunitas on Feb 24th with a dog food drive. Bring a bag of your favorite dog food and Mo’s will make sure it’s put to good use at Adopt-A-Pet. Smoking Mo’s is at 203 W Railroad Avenue.

Adopt-a-Pet is your local, non-profit dog shelter. In 2015, the team found loving homes for over 300 unwanted, abandoned and abused dogs. If you are interested in volunteering or donating, please visit their website at www.adoptapet-wa.org.

Feb
20
Sat
Cupid Shuffle 5k/10k @ Elma
Feb 20 @ 9:00 am
Cupid Shuffle 5k/10k  @ Elma | Elma | Washington | United States

Walk or run during the Cupid Shuffle 5K/10K in Elma.

Feb
27
Sat
Surf & Turf Dinner/Auction @ Masonic Building
Feb 27 @ 4:00 pm

The lodge has combined its public awards and scholarship fundraiser into one event. Local firefighters and police officers will be recognized for their outstanding service. Dinner will be followed by an auction. Proceeds from the auction benefit local high school graduates.

Doors: 4:00 p.m. | Dinner: 5:00 p.m. | Auction/Awards: 6:00 p.m.

Mar
19
Sat
46th Annual Aberdeen Rotary Auction @ Grays Harbor College
Mar 19 @ 5:30 pm

The annual auction is Rotary’s primary fundraising activity of the year and the proceeds fund the Aberdeen Rotary Club Foundation for scholarships, community grants and youth activities.

The evening begins with a hosted cocktail hour and silent auctions at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m. with the live auction following. This year’s auctioneers are Gary Morean and Vini Samuel. Some of the auction items include a hot air balloon ride for two over greater Seattle and Eastside area plus two nights at the famous Cottage Lake Tree House named “The Nest” designed by HG TV’s Tree House Masters host Pete Nelson; a 55″ LG 4k LED Ultra High Def Smart TV; entertainment and hotel packages including: prime seats for A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder at the Fifth Avenue Theatre; tickets to the Billy Joel concert on May 20, 2016; tickets to Motown the Musical at the Paramount.

Funds raised by the auction are distributed by the Aberdeen Rotary Club Foundation to local scholarship opportunities for students, community needs such as United Way and YMCA, sponsorship of Aberdeen Rotary Business Week at Aberdeen High School, the Aberdeen Rotary Homeless Youth Education Fund, annual distribution of dictionaries to fourth graders in all Aberdeen and Cosmopolis elementary schools. Past projects have included the A. J. West Playground, improvements to the GH Community Hospital, and the Aberdeen Rotary Log Pavilion built by Rotarians and donated to the City of Aberdeen. The club is part of Rotary International with 1.2 million members around the world.

 

Sweet Life Dessert Comedy Theatre @ Immanuel Baptist Church
Mar 19 @ 7:00 pm
Sweet Life Dessert Comedy Theatre @ Immanuel Baptist Church | Hoquiam | Washington | United States

Enjoy a night of clean, family-friendly comedy and music… and don’t forget to save room for dessert. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Free childcare will be available.

Apr
29
Fri
Elma Citizen of the Year Awards Banquet @ Elma Eagles Banquet Hall
Apr 29 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us as we honor Elma’s Citizen of the Year. You won’t want to miss this evening of fun festivities! The Citizen of the Year Awards Banquet includes:

  • a prime rib and prawns dinner
  • Social hour
  • live musical entertainment
  • silent auction
  • our grand finale, the awards presentation

Help the Elma Chamber of Commerce honor these special people who contribute so much of their time, talent, and energy to help make our community great.

Tickets can be purchased at Dennis Company, Elma Variety Store, Elma HealthMart Pharmacy or the Elma Visitors Station. To charge by phone, call the Elma Chamber of Commerce at 360-482-3055.

 

May
6
Fri
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26
May 6 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26 | Elma | Washington | United States

Join your neighbors in search of treasures at the indoor community garage sale in Elam.

Proceeds from food sales will benefit local scholarships.

May
7
Sat
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26
May 7 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26 | Elma | Washington | United States

Join your neighbors in search of treasures at the indoor community garage sale in Elam.

Proceeds from food sales will benefit local scholarships.

May
14
Sat
Home and Garden Show @ Grays Harbor Fair and Events Center
May 14 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 pm
Home and Garden Show @ Grays Harbor Fair and Events Center | Elma | Washington | United States

The annual Home and Garden Show at the Grays Harbor Fairgrounds in Elma features local home and garden experts and a delightful variety of plants of all kinds from nurseries. Shop, ask questions, compare products, and get gardening and remodeling ideas all in one convenient location. This annual two-day event is sponsored by the WSU Master Gardeners of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties, who troubleshoot problems at the plant clinic and give short presentations. There are great activities for kids, too. New this year: the monthly Indoor Swap Meet joins the show. Free admission.

May
21
Sat
‘Art for Health’ Gala @ Pearsall Building
May 21 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Grays Harbor County’s Public Health and Social Services Department, in partnership with local art guilds and associations, is hosting an “Art for Health” Gala to promote the positive impact art has on our community’s health. You can find more information at http://www.healthygh.org/art

May
28
Sat
Fundraiser: Adopt-A-Pet Yard Sale @ Adopt-A-Pet
May 28 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Fundraiser: Adopt-A-Pet Yard Sale @ Adopt-A-Pet | Shelton | Washington | United States

Bargain hunters won’t want to miss this huge two-day fundraiser held at the shelter on East Jensen Road, off of Brockdale. Donated items for the sale are gladly accepted during open hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

While you are there, don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets. Alderbrook Resort and Spa, our local pet-friendly gem, has kindly donated a night’s stay in a beautiful Canal View room. This is a $500 value during the summer months. Tickets are $3 each and will be available at the shelter during open hours through May 30. The winner will be announced May 31. 

May
29
Sun
Fundraiser: Adopt-A-Pet Yard Sale @ Adopt-A-Pet
May 29 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Fundraiser: Adopt-A-Pet Yard Sale @ Adopt-A-Pet | Shelton | Washington | United States

Bargain hunters won’t want to miss this huge two-day fundraiser held at the shelter on East Jensen Road, off of Brockdale. Donated items for the sale are gladly accepted during open hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

While you are there, don’t forget to purchase your raffle tickets. Alderbrook Resort and Spa, our local pet-friendly gem, has kindly donated a night’s stay in a beautiful Canal View room. This is a $500 value during the summer months. Tickets are $3 each and will be available at the shelter during open hours through May 30. The winner will be announced May 31. 

Jun
3
Fri
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26
Jun 3 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26 | Elma | Washington | United States

Join your neighbors in search of treasures at the indoor community garage sale in Elma. Proceeds from food sales will benefit local scholarships.

Relay For Life of Grays Harbor @ Hoquiam High School
Jun 3 @ 6:00 pm – 6:15 pm
Relay For Life of Grays Harbor @ Hoquiam High School  | Hoquiam | Washington | United States

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life movement is the world’s largest and most impactful fundraising event to end cancer. It unites communities across the globe to celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action to finish the fight once and for all. With the support of thousands of volunteers like you, the American Cancer Society is helping save more than 500 lives a day. Please join us and take action against a disease that has taken too much!

Jun
4
Sat
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26
Jun 4 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Indoor Community Garage Sale @ Elma Grange 26 | Elma | Washington | United States

Join your neighbors in search of treasures at the indoor community garage sale in Elma. Proceeds from food sales will benefit local scholarships.

Jun
16
Thu
Summer Kick-Off Celebration @ Raymond First Baptist Church
Jun 16 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Summer Kick-Off Celebration @ Raymond First Baptist Church | Raymond | Washington | United States

The Raymond First Baptist Church is teaming up with The Raymond Timberland Library to bring you the Summer Kick-Off Celebration.

Enjoy free nachos, beverages, cookies, games, prizes and two bouncy houses.

 

Jun
17
Fri
Beach Volleyball Tournament and Fun Run @ Seabrook
Jun 17 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Beach Volleyball Tournament and Fun Run @ Seabrook | Washington | United States

The Beach Volleyball Tournament is hosted by the AVA Volleyball Association and will  run from Friday morning at 9:00 a.m. through Sunday evening. This Grand Slam tournament will showcase juniors, adult, and professional volleyball players from all over the region. This will be exciting to watch as they compete for prize money equaling $10K! Come early, bring beach chairs, and spend your day on the sand!

The Beginner’s Fun 4s tournament will be on Saturday and Sunday. Non-pro, co-ed adult teams of 4 people. 100% of the money raised from registration fees of the Beginner’s 4s ($100 per team) will go to support Grays Harbor Community Hospital.  You will get 4 t-shirts for your team with registration fee.  Please see the AVA website for links on how to sign your team up and tournament details. REGISTER HERE.

Rusty Anchor Fitness Fun Run-Saturday June 18-proceeds go to GHCH Foundation

  •  Registration begins at 10AM  at Crescent Park
  • $30 for Adults
  • $15 for kids under 12
  • Includes a We Heart Dads T-shirt and entrance to Fun Run.

There will be a 5k for all ages (with some hills and difficulty) and a much shorter fun dash for the little runners 6 and under. Races will start around 11:00 a.m. , so try and get all registered before 11:00 a.m.  Prizes for fastest lady runner, fastest gentleman runner, and overall quickest to the finish line will be given. Everyone  will get a participation ribbon also.

Mill 109 BBQs in the Park:

  • Burgers, Veggie Burgers, Home-made Beans & Potato Salad
  • Noon (after Fun Run) and 630PM (after Volleyball Tourney ends)
  • $15 for adults & kids over 12
  • $8 for kids under 12

If running  or beach volleyball isn’t your thing, come to watch and for the BBQs which will have sack races & other family activities also! It is all for a GREAT CAUSE!

Water To Go
from Aberdeen is providing water stations at both the park and beach approach to volleyball tournament where we will be selling $5 reusable Washington CoastSavers water bottles to help minimize plastic water bottle trash on the beach.
You can fill your CoastSavers logo water bottle up all weekend for free!

Jun
18
Sat
Beach Volleyball Tournament and Fun Run @ Seabrook
Jun 18 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Beach Volleyball Tournament and Fun Run @ Seabrook | Washington | United States

The Beach Volleyball Tournament is hosted by the AVA Volleyball Association and will  run from Friday morning at 9:00 a.m. through Sunday evening. This Grand Slam tournament will showcase juniors, adult, and professional volleyball players from all over the region. This will be exciting to watch as they compete for prize money equaling $10K! Come early, bring beach chairs, and spend your day on the sand!

The Beginner’s Fun 4s tournament will be on Saturday and Sunday. Non-pro, co-ed adult teams of 4 people. 100% of the money raised from registration fees of the Beginner’s 4s ($100 per team) will go to support Grays Harbor Community Hospital.  You will get 4 t-shirts for your team with registration fee.  Please see the AVA website for links on how to sign your team up and tournament details. REGISTER HERE.

Rusty Anchor Fitness Fun Run-Saturday June 18-proceeds go to GHCH Foundation

  •  Registration begins at 10AM  at Crescent Park
  • $30 for Adults
  • $15 for kids under 12
  • Includes a We Heart Dads T-shirt and entrance to Fun Run.

There will be a 5k for all ages (with some hills and difficulty) and a much shorter fun dash for the little runners 6 and under. Races will start around 11:00 a.m. , so try and get all registered before 11:00 a.m.  Prizes for fastest lady runner, fastest gentleman runner, and overall quickest to the finish line will be given. Everyone  will get a participation ribbon also.

Mill 109 BBQs in the Park:

  • Burgers, Veggie Burgers, Home-made Beans & Potato Salad
  • Noon (after Fun Run) and 630PM (after Volleyball Tourney ends)
  • $15 for adults & kids over 12
  • $8 for kids under 12

If running  or beach volleyball isn’t your thing, come to watch and for the BBQs which will have sack races & other family activities also! It is all for a GREAT CAUSE!

Water To Go
from Aberdeen is providing water stations at both the park and beach approach to volleyball tournament where we will be selling $5 reusable Washington CoastSavers water bottles to help minimize plastic water bottle trash on the beach.
You can fill your CoastSavers logo water bottle up all weekend for free!