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
15
Sat
QMA Dirt Grands National Event @ Grays Harbor Raceway
Jul 15 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Four fun days of racing with QMA! QMA is a family oriented sport that involves racing in special prepared cars. The cars, rules and safety procedures are designed specifically for kids. They race on oval tracks approximately 1/20 of a mile. A child who is 5 to 16 years of age can race.

Mighty Alliance and Grays Harbor Youth Football Camp and Golf Tournament Fundraiser @ Quinault Beach Resort & Casino
Jul 15 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Here’s a great opportunity to play golf, mingle with and dine with some amazing NFL and Collegiate celebrities at the Quinault Beach Resort and Casino.

Guests include: Dick Vermeil, Dana LeDuc, Charlie McShane, Howard Mudd. Over 16 Super Bowl Titles in all.  Proceeds will benefit the Grays Harbor Youth Football Camp.

Jul
22
Sat
Aberdeen Art Walk @ Downtown Aberdeen
Jul 22 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Aberdeen Art Walk @ Downtown Aberdeen | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

In the heart of Historic Downtown Aberdeen the Aberdeen Art Walk is going to be exploding on the streets with artists and vendors from all over Western Washington. Art Walk is a way for us to give back to the community by showing off our Downtown and Western WA talents to the public. This event is a Non-Profit event and is FREE for the public to attend. There is something for all to enjoy.

Aug
10
Thu
Open Jet Ski Competition @ Grayland Beach
Aug 10 @ 10:30 am

Some of the top riders in the world will be in Grayland Washington throwing down some amazing aerial maneuvers. Back flips, barrel rolls, precision surf riding and moto surf racing are just some of what you can expect to see all weekend.

There will be food to feast on. Music will be playing and if you buy a few raffle tickets, you might just get some goodies to take home with you. Bring your family a lawn chair and a camera and enjoy some free entertainment at the beach.

Paddle the Shores
Aug 10 @ 2:56 pm – 3:56 pm
Paddle the Shores

Attention paddling, rowing, SUP and water sports enthusiasts. All human-powered water craft are invited to a fun-filled day on the beautiful canals of Ocean Shores Washington.

In addition to the popular Poker Paddle, activities will include 2 or 6-mile human-powered boat races, rubber duck pond and race for the kids, a cardboard boat race, Quinault Paddle Exhibition, speakers, vendors, skills demonstrations and a Music Festival just across the way in our beautiful new grassy Amphitheater.  For more information, go here.

Aug
11
Fri
Open Jet Ski Competition @ Grayland Beach
Aug 11 @ 10:30 am

Some of the top riders in the world will be in Grayland Washington throwing down some amazing aerial maneuvers. Back flips, barrel rolls, precision surf riding and moto surf racing are just some of what you can expect to see all weekend.

There will be food to feast on. Music will be playing and if you buy a few raffle tickets, you might just get some goodies to take home with you. Bring your family a lawn chair and a camera and enjoy some free entertainment at the beach.

Aug
12
Sat
Open Jet Ski Competition @ Grayland Beach
Aug 12 @ 10:30 am

Some of the top riders in the world will be in Grayland Washington throwing down some amazing aerial maneuvers. Back flips, barrel rolls, precision surf riding and moto surf racing are just some of what you can expect to see all weekend.

There will be food to feast on. Music will be playing and if you buy a few raffle tickets, you might just get some goodies to take home with you. Bring your family a lawn chair and a camera and enjoy some free entertainment at the beach.

Aug
13
Sun
Open Jet Ski Competition @ Grayland Beach
Aug 13 @ 10:30 am

Some of the top riders in the world will be in Grayland Washington throwing down some amazing aerial maneuvers. Back flips, barrel rolls, precision surf riding and moto surf racing are just some of what you can expect to see all weekend.

There will be food to feast on. Music will be playing and if you buy a few raffle tickets, you might just get some goodies to take home with you. Bring your family a lawn chair and a camera and enjoy some free entertainment at the beach.

Aug
19
Sat
Westport Art Festival @ Westport Marina Promenade and Maritime Museum grounds
Aug 19 – Aug 20 all-day
Westport Art Festival @ Westport Marina Promenade and Maritime Museum grounds | Westport | Washington | United States

Make THIS your “Weekend At The Coast”! Visit the Westport Art Festival’s 20th Anniversary Celebration. Premiere 2-day outdoor festival of Art and Fine Crafts, with Music, Food, Beer Garden. Also, special celebration events such as Saturday night’s comedy show with Seattle comic David Crowe. All kinds of music – Blues, Country, Indie Rock and the newly popular Hang Drum. All set against the lovely Westport Marina, with the beautiful Olympics as the backdrop. Make it a 4 -day weekend and spend some time exploring 18 miles of unspoiled beaches, do some charter fishing, and then catch the 2017 Solar Eclipse on Monday morning! This will be a terrific weekend to come and spend some time at the coast!

Westport Art Festival @ Westport
Aug 19 @ 10:00 am

017 marks the 20th Anniversary of the Westport Art Festival, and we’re celebrating! With great things planned for the entire 4 day weekend, including the solar eclipse. 2 full days of discovering fine works from more than 80 artists. Enjoy great food and lively music while strolling along the beautiful Westport Marina and the Maritime Museum grounds. Take a break with a local microbrew at the Blackbeard’s Brewery Beer Garden.

LOLs & Libations! Comedy Show with David Crowe @ Chateau Westport
Aug 19 @ 7:00 pm
LOLs & Libations! Comedy Show with David Crowe @ Chateau Westport | Westport | Washington | United States

Seattle comic David Crowe appears one night only at Chateau Westport! A Westport Art Festival 20th Anniversary Special Event! David Crowe is 20-year veteran of the comedy stage, a Seattle favorite, and possesses a nerdy charisma that is utterly charming! $20 admission includes refreshments and limited host bar.
Come spend the weekend exploring the Westport Art Festival, and see this show on Saturday evening!

Aug
20
Sun
Westport Art Festival @ Westport
Aug 20 @ 10:00 am

017 marks the 20th Anniversary of the Westport Art Festival, and we’re celebrating! With great things planned for the entire 4 day weekend, including the solar eclipse. 2 full days of discovering fine works from more than 80 artists. Enjoy great food and lively music while strolling along the beautiful Westport Marina and the Maritime Museum grounds. Take a break with a local microbrew at the Blackbeard’s Brewery Beer Garden.

Aug
21
Mon
Westport Art Festival @ Westport
Aug 21 @ 10:00 am

017 marks the 20th Anniversary of the Westport Art Festival, and we’re celebrating! With great things planned for the entire 4 day weekend, including the solar eclipse. 2 full days of discovering fine works from more than 80 artists. Enjoy great food and lively music while strolling along the beautiful Westport Marina and the Maritime Museum grounds. Take a break with a local microbrew at the Blackbeard’s Brewery Beer Garden.

Sep
1
Fri
A.A.O.S Arts & Crafts Festival @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
Sep 1 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

The 49th annual Arts & Crafts show is moving to Labor Day Weekend this year along with a few changes, such as live entertainment and a beer garden on Saturday. Thousands of unique, handcrafted items created by gifted artists and craft people.

Live entertainment Saturday afternoon with the Bruce Hughes Band and drum circles.

Sep
2
Sat
A.A.O.S Arts & Crafts Festival @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
Sep 2 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

The 49th annual Arts & Crafts show is moving to Labor Day Weekend this year along with a few changes, such as live entertainment and a beer garden on Saturday. Thousands of unique, handcrafted items created by gifted artists and craft people.

Live entertainment Saturday afternoon with the Bruce Hughes Band and drum circles.

Sep
3
Sun
A.A.O.S Arts & Crafts Festival @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
Sep 3 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

The 49th annual Arts & Crafts show is moving to Labor Day Weekend this year along with a few changes, such as live entertainment and a beer garden on Saturday. Thousands of unique, handcrafted items created by gifted artists and craft people.

Live entertainment Saturday afternoon with the Bruce Hughes Band and drum circles.

Sep
15
Fri
Boat Basin Derby Begins @ Westport Marina
Sep 15 all-day

Boast Basin Derby begins September 15 and continues through October 31. Must have appropriate license and regulation fishing tackle and methods. No derby ticket required. Weigh in on Float G at Seafood Connection between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Full rules can be found at the URL above.Prizes will be awarded for top 3 fish in the adult category and top 3 fish in the childrens category. One prize per angler. Additional prizes will be awarded as available.

Oct
8
Sun
Tipsy Easel Fundraiser @ Aberdeen Elks
Oct 8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Tipsy Easel Fundraiser @ Aberdeen Elks | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Paint a Seahawk During the Seahawk/Rams Game. You will walk away with an irreplaceable memory and a masterpiece. No artistic ability is needed – you will be guided through the process step-by-step. We supply everything needed to paint. We advise that you dress for the mess, and bring an apron from home. Seahawks game will be playing, Elks bar open!

Feb
16
Fri
Grays Harbor Living Photo Contest Winners Reception @ Pearsall Building
Feb 16 @ 3:30 pm

Grays Harbor County Public Health & Social Services Department has teamed up with Grays Harbor Living to bring beautiful, local artwork to the county’s Pearsall Building.

On February 16, we will honor the local photographers whose work was selected to be printed, framed, and displayed.

We will gather in the Harbor Room (after you walk through the building entrance, continue straight ahead to the Harbor Room) to hear a few words from our staff and county commissioners, then we’ll go on a tour of the building to see the photographs on display.

Mar
17
Sat
St. Patrick’s Day Art Show @ Town Hall
Mar 17 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
St. Patrick's Day Art Show @ Town Hall | Copalis Crossing | Washington | United States

Get inspired this St. Patrick’s Day by perusing original art created by the Grays Harbor community. North Coast Montessori, an elementary and middle school in Seabrook, Washington’s beach town, will host its second annual St. Patrick’s Day Art Show.

The exhibit will showcase original work in various media – including paintings, drawings, prints, photography, mixed media and sculpture – from artists of all ages who live or work in Grays Harbor County, Washington. Thirty percent of event proceeds will be donated to the North Coast Montessori Scholarship Fund, which contributes to full and partial scholarships to the school for students in grades K-8. The goal of the event is to provide scholarships for 1-2 students for the 2018-19 school year.

Guests can enjoy refreshments, green beer and champagne while appreciating local artists’ creations. After finding their next masterpiece, visitors can explore the surrounding area’s quaint shops, walking trails, parks and homes.

Grays Harbor Lacrosse vs. White River @ Stewart Field
Mar 17 @ 5:00 pm

High school boys lacrosse

Mar
24
Sat
Grays Harbor Lacrosse vs. Orting @ Stewart Field
Mar 24 @ 5:00 pm

High school boys lacrosse