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.

Dec
1
Wed
Art Gift Fundraiser for Aberdeen Art Center @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop
Dec 1 all-day
Art Gift Fundraiser for Aberdeen Art Center @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop

Hoquiam artist Mark Vincent is sponsoring Aberdeen Art Center to introduce his new online store. From Dec. 1 to 3, Harborites will be able to purchase a large selection of gifts online at Studio Mark Vincent, with all proceeds going to Aberdeen Art Center.

The Studio Mark Vincent shop offers original art by Mark Vincent, as well as archival-quality prints, greeting cards, apparel, home décor, and more. Current popular items are tree ornaments, notebooks, and tote bags. All items feature art by Vincent. Mark Vincent’s current work features Grays Harbor Landscapes and still lives in oil pastel. Some of his original paintings are currently on exhibit at Alder Grove Gallery, Aberdeen, and in the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Shoppers can also view his work on his website markvincent.pb.studio, his Facebook page, M.VincentArt, and on his YouTube Channel, Studio Mark Vincent.

Shoppers can access the shop online at markvincent.pb.studio or scan the barcode on the flyer. Art gift items can be customized according to size, model, color, and image placement. Shoppers can personalize greeting cards with their own text.

Studio Mark Vincent will conduct three separate fundraisers from Dec. 1 to 12.
Shop to support:
• Aberdeen Art Center: Dec. 1- 3
• ART HQx in Hoquiam: Dec. 4-6
• South Beach Arts Association, Westport: Dec. 10-12

100 percent of the proceeds from items purchased on the designated days will go to the respective organization.

Dec
2
Thu
Art Gift Fundraiser for Aberdeen Art Center @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop
Dec 2 all-day
Art Gift Fundraiser for Aberdeen Art Center @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop

Hoquiam artist Mark Vincent is sponsoring Aberdeen Art Center to introduce his new online store. From Dec. 1 to 3, Harborites will be able to purchase a large selection of gifts online at Studio Mark Vincent, with all proceeds going to Aberdeen Art Center.

The Studio Mark Vincent shop offers original art by Mark Vincent, as well as archival-quality prints, greeting cards, apparel, home décor, and more. Current popular items are tree ornaments, notebooks, and tote bags. All items feature art by Vincent. Mark Vincent’s current work features Grays Harbor Landscapes and still lives in oil pastel. Some of his original paintings are currently on exhibit at Alder Grove Gallery, Aberdeen, and in the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Shoppers can also view his work on his website markvincent.pb.studio, his Facebook page, M.VincentArt, and on his YouTube Channel, Studio Mark Vincent.

Shoppers can access the shop online at markvincent.pb.studio or scan the barcode on the flyer. Art gift items can be customized according to size, model, color, and image placement. Shoppers can personalize greeting cards with their own text.

Studio Mark Vincent will conduct three separate fundraisers from Dec. 1 to 12.
Shop to support:
• Aberdeen Art Center: Dec. 1- 3
• ART HQx in Hoquiam: Dec. 4-6
• South Beach Arts Association, Westport: Dec. 10-12

100 percent of the proceeds from items purchased on the designated days will go to the respective organization.

Dec
3
Fri
Art Gift Fundraiser for Aberdeen Art Center @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop
Dec 3 all-day
Art Gift Fundraiser for Aberdeen Art Center @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop

Hoquiam artist Mark Vincent is sponsoring Aberdeen Art Center to introduce his new online store. From Dec. 1 to 3, Harborites will be able to purchase a large selection of gifts online at Studio Mark Vincent, with all proceeds going to Aberdeen Art Center.

The Studio Mark Vincent shop offers original art by Mark Vincent, as well as archival-quality prints, greeting cards, apparel, home décor, and more. Current popular items are tree ornaments, notebooks, and tote bags. All items feature art by Vincent. Mark Vincent’s current work features Grays Harbor Landscapes and still lives in oil pastel. Some of his original paintings are currently on exhibit at Alder Grove Gallery, Aberdeen, and in the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Shoppers can also view his work on his website markvincent.pb.studio, his Facebook page, M.VincentArt, and on his YouTube Channel, Studio Mark Vincent.

Shoppers can access the shop online at markvincent.pb.studio or scan the barcode on the flyer. Art gift items can be customized according to size, model, color, and image placement. Shoppers can personalize greeting cards with their own text.

Studio Mark Vincent will conduct three separate fundraisers from Dec. 1 to 12.
Shop to support:
• Aberdeen Art Center: Dec. 1- 3
• ART HQx in Hoquiam: Dec. 4-6
• South Beach Arts Association, Westport: Dec. 10-12

100 percent of the proceeds from items purchased on the designated days will go to the respective organization.

Dec
4
Sat
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting ART HQx in Hoquiam @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop
Dec 4 all-day
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting ART HQx in Hoquiam @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop

Hoquiam artist Mark Vincent is going to sponsor ART HQx in Hoquiam from December 4 to 6 to introduce his new online store. Harborites will be able to purchase a large selection of gifts online at Studio Mark Vincent, with all proceeds going to the ART HQx.

The Studio Mark Vincent shop offers original art by Mark Vincent, as well as archival-quality prints, greeting cards, apparel, home décor, and more. Current popular items are tree ornaments, notebooks, and tote bags. All items feature art by Vincent. Mark Vincent’s current work features Grays Harbor Landscapes and still lives in oil pastel. Some of his original paintings are currently on exhibit at Alder Grove Gallery, Aberdeen, and in the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Shoppers can also view his work on his website markvincent.pb.studio, his Facebook page, M.VincentArt, and on his YouTube Channel, Studio Mark Vincent.

Shoppers can access the shop online at markvincent.pb.studio or scan the barcode on the flyer. Art gift items can be customized according to size, model, color, and image placement. Shoppers can personalize greeting cards with their own text.

100 percent of the proceeds from items purchased on the designated days will go to ART HQx.

Indoor Swap Meet @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds, Elma
Dec 4 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Indoor Swap Meet @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds, Elma

Indoor Swap Meet at the Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds in Elma. Saturday, December 4 & December 5, 2021. Browse through bargains ranging from antiques to household goods. Saturday hours are 9 am – 4 pm, and Sunday 10 am – 3 pm. Please note: COVID masking and GH County COVID protocol enforced. Concession stand open! Questions? Call 360-482-2651.

Simspon Santa Special @ Simpsonrailroad
Dec 4 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Simspon Santa Special @ Simpsonrailroad

Take a ride on the historic Simpson Railroad. That ride includes a stop to see Santa, grab a cup of hot chocolate and listen to Christmas stories read by Page Ahead Children’s literacy. Go to simpsonrailroad.org for all the details.

Dec
5
Sun
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting ART HQx in Hoquiam @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop
Dec 5 all-day
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting ART HQx in Hoquiam @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop

Hoquiam artist Mark Vincent is going to sponsor ART HQx in Hoquiam from December 4 to 6 to introduce his new online store. Harborites will be able to purchase a large selection of gifts online at Studio Mark Vincent, with all proceeds going to the ART HQx.

The Studio Mark Vincent shop offers original art by Mark Vincent, as well as archival-quality prints, greeting cards, apparel, home décor, and more. Current popular items are tree ornaments, notebooks, and tote bags. All items feature art by Vincent. Mark Vincent’s current work features Grays Harbor Landscapes and still lives in oil pastel. Some of his original paintings are currently on exhibit at Alder Grove Gallery, Aberdeen, and in the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Shoppers can also view his work on his website markvincent.pb.studio, his Facebook page, M.VincentArt, and on his YouTube Channel, Studio Mark Vincent.

Shoppers can access the shop online at markvincent.pb.studio or scan the barcode on the flyer. Art gift items can be customized according to size, model, color, and image placement. Shoppers can personalize greeting cards with their own text.

100 percent of the proceeds from items purchased on the designated days will go to ART HQx.

Indoor Swap Meet @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds, Elma
Dec 5 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Indoor Swap Meet @ Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds, Elma

Indoor Swap Meet at the Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds in Elma. Saturday, December 4 & December 5, 2021. Browse through bargains ranging from antiques to household goods. Saturday hours are 9 am – 4 pm, and Sunday 10 am – 3 pm. Please note: COVID masking and GH County COVID protocol enforced. Concession stand open! Questions? Call 360-482-2651.

Simspon Santa Special @ Simpsonrailroad
Dec 5 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Simspon Santa Special @ Simpsonrailroad

Take a ride on the historic Simpson Railroad. That ride includes a stop to see Santa, grab a cup of hot chocolate and listen to Christmas stories read by Page Ahead Children’s literacy. Go to simpsonrailroad.org for all the details.

Dec
6
Mon
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting ART HQx in Hoquiam @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop
Dec 6 all-day
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting ART HQx in Hoquiam @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop

Hoquiam artist Mark Vincent is going to sponsor ART HQx in Hoquiam from December 4 to 6 to introduce his new online store. Harborites will be able to purchase a large selection of gifts online at Studio Mark Vincent, with all proceeds going to the ART HQx.

The Studio Mark Vincent shop offers original art by Mark Vincent, as well as archival-quality prints, greeting cards, apparel, home décor, and more. Current popular items are tree ornaments, notebooks, and tote bags. All items feature art by Vincent. Mark Vincent’s current work features Grays Harbor Landscapes and still lives in oil pastel. Some of his original paintings are currently on exhibit at Alder Grove Gallery, Aberdeen, and in the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Shoppers can also view his work on his website markvincent.pb.studio, his Facebook page, M.VincentArt, and on his YouTube Channel, Studio Mark Vincent.

Shoppers can access the shop online at markvincent.pb.studio or scan the barcode on the flyer. Art gift items can be customized according to size, model, color, and image placement. Shoppers can personalize greeting cards with their own text.

100 percent of the proceeds from items purchased on the designated days will go to ART HQx.

Dec
7
Tue
Grays Harbor WorkSource Pop-up Event @ YMCA of Grays Harbor
Dec 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Grays Harbor WorkSource Pop-up Event @ YMCA of Grays Harbor

WorkSource is holding a FREE indoor Pop-Up resource and job fair at the YMCA of Grays Harbor on Tuesday, December 7th from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Come and chat in-person with WorkSource staff to learn about the resources we offer and how we can assist with your job search. Recruiters from multiple employers will also be present. Bring questions and copies of your resume if you are ready to apply!

If you are an employer located in Grays Harbor County and are interested in recruiting at this event, please email Micah Pong at mpong@thurstonchamber.com . Employer space is limited.

Facemasks must be worn by all guests at this indoor event. All guests must also scan a valid state issued identification card at the YMCA front desk.

WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.

Dec
10
Fri
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting the South Beach Arts Association @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop
Dec 10 all-day
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting the South Beach Arts Association @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop

Hoquiam artist Mark Vincent is sponsoring the South Beach Arts Association to introduce his new online store. From Dec. 10 to 12 Harborites will be able to purchase a large selection of gifts online at Studio Mark Vincent, with all proceeds going to the South Beach Arts Association.
The Studio Mark Vincent shop offers original art by Mark Vincent, as well as archival-quality prints, greeting cards, apparel, home décor, and more. Current popular items are tree ornaments, notebooks, and tote bags. All items feature art by Vincent. Mark Vincent’s current work features Grays Harbor Landscapes and still lives in oil pastel. Some of his original paintings are currently on exhibit at Alder Grove Gallery, Aberdeen, and in the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Shoppers can also view his work on his website markvincent.pb.studio, his Facebook page, M.VincentArt, and on his YouTube Channel, Studio Mark Vincent.
Shoppers can access the shop online at markvincent.pb.studio or scan the barcode on the flyer. Art gift items can be customized according to size, model, color, and image placement. Shoppers can personalize greeting cards with their own text.
100 percent of the proceeds from items purchased on the designated days will go to the South Beach Arts Association.

Dec
11
Sat
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting the South Beach Arts Association @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop
Dec 11 all-day
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting the South Beach Arts Association @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop

Hoquiam artist Mark Vincent is sponsoring the South Beach Arts Association to introduce his new online store. From Dec. 10 to 12 Harborites will be able to purchase a large selection of gifts online at Studio Mark Vincent, with all proceeds going to the South Beach Arts Association.
The Studio Mark Vincent shop offers original art by Mark Vincent, as well as archival-quality prints, greeting cards, apparel, home décor, and more. Current popular items are tree ornaments, notebooks, and tote bags. All items feature art by Vincent. Mark Vincent’s current work features Grays Harbor Landscapes and still lives in oil pastel. Some of his original paintings are currently on exhibit at Alder Grove Gallery, Aberdeen, and in the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Shoppers can also view his work on his website markvincent.pb.studio, his Facebook page, M.VincentArt, and on his YouTube Channel, Studio Mark Vincent.
Shoppers can access the shop online at markvincent.pb.studio or scan the barcode on the flyer. Art gift items can be customized according to size, model, color, and image placement. Shoppers can personalize greeting cards with their own text.
100 percent of the proceeds from items purchased on the designated days will go to the South Beach Arts Association.

Simspon Santa Special @ Simpsonrailroad
Dec 11 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Simspon Santa Special @ Simpsonrailroad

Take a ride on the historic Simpson Railroad. That ride includes a stop to see Santa, grab a cup of hot chocolate and listen to Christmas stories read by Page Ahead Children’s literacy. Go to simpsonrailroad.org for all the details.

Dec
12
Sun
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting the South Beach Arts Association @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop
Dec 12 all-day
Art Gift Fundraiser Supporting the South Beach Arts Association @ Studio Mark Vincent Online Shop

Hoquiam artist Mark Vincent is sponsoring the South Beach Arts Association to introduce his new online store. From Dec. 10 to 12 Harborites will be able to purchase a large selection of gifts online at Studio Mark Vincent, with all proceeds going to the South Beach Arts Association.
The Studio Mark Vincent shop offers original art by Mark Vincent, as well as archival-quality prints, greeting cards, apparel, home décor, and more. Current popular items are tree ornaments, notebooks, and tote bags. All items feature art by Vincent. Mark Vincent’s current work features Grays Harbor Landscapes and still lives in oil pastel. Some of his original paintings are currently on exhibit at Alder Grove Gallery, Aberdeen, and in the Hoquiam Timberland Library. Shoppers can also view his work on his website markvincent.pb.studio, his Facebook page, M.VincentArt, and on his YouTube Channel, Studio Mark Vincent.
Shoppers can access the shop online at markvincent.pb.studio or scan the barcode on the flyer. Art gift items can be customized according to size, model, color, and image placement. Shoppers can personalize greeting cards with their own text.
100 percent of the proceeds from items purchased on the designated days will go to the South Beach Arts Association.

Simspon Santa Special @ Simpsonrailroad
Dec 12 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Simspon Santa Special @ Simpsonrailroad

Take a ride on the historic Simpson Railroad. That ride includes a stop to see Santa, grab a cup of hot chocolate and listen to Christmas stories read by Page Ahead Children’s literacy. Go to simpsonrailroad.org for all the details.

Dec
31
Fri
Noon Year’s Eve Countdown Party! @ Hands On Children's Museum
Dec 31 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Noon Year's Eve Countdown Party! @ Hands On Children's Museum

Dress up as your favorite fairy tale character and ring in the new year early at the Noon Year’s Eve Countdown Party, Dec. 31. Noon Year’s countdown, dance party, ball drop, and parade every hour! Meet a Celtic princess, enjoy exciting fairy tale and dragon activities, and watch inspiring Dr. Science demos. Online reservations required.

Discover dragon eggs
Design your family crest
Make a clothespin fairy friend
Defend the kingdom with arrows and catapults
Create dragon hats and crowns, fanciful fairy necklaces, and magic wands
Silkscreen a silvery souvenir t-shirt, bag, onesie, or apron
Learn spinning and weaving and braid a beaded bracelet
Investigate how dragons are part of cultures around the world
Meet a Celtic princess and see Dr. Science demos

Jan
14
Fri
Ice Adventures! @ Hands On Children's Museum
Jan 14 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Ice Adventures! @ Hands On Children's Museum

Celebrate winter at Hands On with three days of frozen fun! Meet Ice Princesses, skate in your socks, use real tools to shave ice, explore an ice cave, and see exciting Dr. Science demos, Jan 14-16.
Plus, special activities honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Jan. 17.

Online reservations required.

Special Guests & Activities:
Melt Arctic ice to see what’s inside
Use real tools to shave ice
Learn how to snowshoe with Olympia Mountaineers (Jan. 14 & 15, 11 am – 3 pm)
See Dr. Science light ice on fire and experiment with liquid nitrogen
Meet and get your photo taken with Ice Princesses (Jan. 15 & 16, 11 am – 4 pm)
Greet a giant polar bear puppet (Jan. 14 – 16, 12 pm – 2 pm)
Learn snowflake science
Skate indoors in your socks
Explore an ice cave
Craft a melted snowman
Silkscreen a print or special keepsake
Build penguin ramps
Design and play winter pegboard pinball
Create snowman catapults

Jan
15
Sat
Ice Adventures! @ Hands On Children's Museum
Jan 15 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Ice Adventures! @ Hands On Children's Museum

Celebrate winter at Hands On with three days of frozen fun! Meet Ice Princesses, skate in your socks, use real tools to shave ice, explore an ice cave, and see exciting Dr. Science demos, Jan 14-16.
Plus, special activities honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Jan. 17.

Online reservations required.

Special Guests & Activities:
Melt Arctic ice to see what’s inside
Use real tools to shave ice
Learn how to snowshoe with Olympia Mountaineers (Jan. 14 & 15, 11 am – 3 pm)
See Dr. Science light ice on fire and experiment with liquid nitrogen
Meet and get your photo taken with Ice Princesses (Jan. 15 & 16, 11 am – 4 pm)
Greet a giant polar bear puppet (Jan. 14 – 16, 12 pm – 2 pm)
Learn snowflake science
Skate indoors in your socks
Explore an ice cave
Craft a melted snowman
Silkscreen a print or special keepsake
Build penguin ramps
Design and play winter pegboard pinball
Create snowman catapults

Jan
16
Sun
Ice Adventures! @ Hands On Children's Museum
Jan 16 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Ice Adventures! @ Hands On Children's Museum

Celebrate winter at Hands On with three days of frozen fun! Meet Ice Princesses, skate in your socks, use real tools to shave ice, explore an ice cave, and see exciting Dr. Science demos, Jan 14-16.
Plus, special activities honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Jan. 17.

Online reservations required.

Special Guests & Activities:
Melt Arctic ice to see what’s inside
Use real tools to shave ice
Learn how to snowshoe with Olympia Mountaineers (Jan. 14 & 15, 11 am – 3 pm)
See Dr. Science light ice on fire and experiment with liquid nitrogen
Meet and get your photo taken with Ice Princesses (Jan. 15 & 16, 11 am – 4 pm)
Greet a giant polar bear puppet (Jan. 14 – 16, 12 pm – 2 pm)
Learn snowflake science
Skate indoors in your socks
Explore an ice cave
Craft a melted snowman
Silkscreen a print or special keepsake
Build penguin ramps
Design and play winter pegboard pinball
Create snowman catapults

Jan
27
Thu
Raymond WorkSource Pop-up Event @ Willapa Thriftway
Jan 27 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Raymond WorkSource Pop-up Event @ Willapa Thriftway

WorkSource is hosting a FREE Pop-Up Resource and Job Fair at the Willapa Thriftway to help with your job search needs. Come meet with WorkSource staff and learn about our services and resources.

Multiple Pacific County employers will be recruiting at this job fair. Bring your resume if you are ready to apply.

For more information, or if you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Micah Pong at Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054.

Feb
11
Fri
Find Work Friday Virtual Job Fair @ Virtual Event app.brazenconnect.com
Feb 11 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Find Work Friday Virtual Job Fair @ Virtual Event app.brazenconnect.com

Find Work Friday is a WorkSource virtual hiring event that connects you to recruiters across Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston Counties. Join us for this FREE hiring event and connect directly with local employers from different industries. Find Work Friday provides an opportunity to chat with recruiters instantly to see if their company is a good fit for you.

Here is a link to a video explaining the Brazen platform: https://youtu.be/h48DdeFg8Bo

Registration is a 2-step process.
1. Job seekers must complete the registration form at the following link:
https://bit.ly/3rgVyRs
2. Click a verification link which is emailed to each registrant from “Washington State PacMountain Workforce”

WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.