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.

Apr
26
Sat
Shorebird Festival Run for the Birds @ Hoquiam City Hall
Apr 26 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Shorebird Festival Run for the Birds @ Hoquiam City Hall | Hoquiam | Washington | United States
Seldom does a celebration, holiday, or event happen in our healthy community that there is not cause to put on your running shorts, lace up the old Nikes and head on down to city center for another fun run. Families, friends, people of all ages love to get in on these city sponsored events. It is truly fun for everybody!
Click here for more information about this race.
Salty Saturday Project Party @ Historic Seaport
Apr 26 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

 

Come one come all.  Seaport Landing, Aberdeen’s new public waterfront and home port for the tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain, is asking members of the Grays Harbor community to volunteer their time to prepare Lady Washington’s home for her 25th birthday celebration.

The Historical Seaport “Salty Saturday” Project Parties are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday from now through May in preparation for our ships return on June 5th.  Salty Saturday projects are flexible and can accommodate individuals, groups or organizations.  Minors over 12 are welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Our first Salty Saturday is scheduled for Saturday, March 1.

Inside and outside projects are available.  A Seaport Landing staff member will help volunteers find an appropriate project. Volunteers should dress warmly, even for indoor projects.  Volunteers interested in helping with gardening and landscaping should bring their own garden tools.

Apr
27
Sun
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach
Apr 27 @ 5:30 am
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach | Washington | United States

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced eight consecutive days of razor clam digging for the end of April/first week of May.

Diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2014-15 fishing license to harvest razor clams on state beaches. Fishing licenses of various kinds are available on the department’s website here and from license vendors around the state.

For more information on razor clam digging at Washington state beaches and to check for schedule changes, click here.

 

 

Pinhole Photography Class @ Westport Winery
Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Pinhole Photography Class @ Westport Winery | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

If you’re already a pinhole photographer, or someone who’s interested in learning more about pinhole, please join the class. Professional Tokeland photographer, Marcy Merrill, will have her 10’x10′ traveling Camera Obscura set up on the winery grounds. An informal pinhole workshop will be available as well. Pintoid cameras will be available for purchase at an amazingly affordable price!

 

Apr
28
Mon
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach
Apr 28 @ 6:30 am
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach | Washington | United States

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced eight consecutive days of razor clam digging for the end of April/first week of May.

Diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2014-15 fishing license to harvest razor clams on state beaches. Fishing licenses of various kinds are available on the department’s website here and from license vendors around the state.

For more information on razor clam digging at Washington state beaches and to check for schedule changes, click here.

 

 

Apr
29
Tue
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach
Apr 29 @ 7:20 am
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach | Washington | United States

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced eight consecutive days of razor clam digging for the end of April/first week of May.

Diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2014-15 fishing license to harvest razor clams on state beaches. Fishing licenses of various kinds are available on the department’s website here and from license vendors around the state.

For more information on razor clam digging at Washington state beaches and to check for schedule changes, click here.

 

 

 

Apr
30
Wed
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach
Apr 30 @ 8:00 am
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach | Washington | United States

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced eight consecutive days of razor clam digging for the end of April/first week of May.

Diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2014-15 fishing license to harvest razor clams on state beaches. Fishing licenses of various kinds are available on the department’s website here and from license vendors around the state.

For more information on razor clam digging at Washington state beaches and to check for schedule changes, click here.

 

 

May
1
Thu
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach
May 1 @ 8:40 am
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors and Long Beach | Washington | United States

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced eight consecutive days of razor clam digging for the end of April/first week of May.

Diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2014-15 fishing license to harvest razor clams on state beaches. Fishing licenses of various kinds are available on the department’s website here and from license vendors around the state.

For more information on razor clam digging at Washington state beaches and to check for schedule changes, click here.

 

Basic Mediation Training @ Grays Harbor College Room 2315
May 1 @ 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm

 

This 40 hour training is the first step in becoming a Certified Mediation Specialist.

The concepts and skills taught in the training are easily transferable and designed to improve communication and enhance relationships in all settings.

Space for this training is still available. Training starts Thursday, May 1 and continues through Sunday, May 4. If you cannot make it to this training, another training is available May 8-10. Click here for more information.

May
2
Fri
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors, Long Beach and Mocrocks
May 2 @ 9:20 am
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors, Long Beach and Mocrocks | Washington | United States

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced eight consecutive days of razor clam digging for the end of April/first week of May.

Diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2014-15 fishing license to harvest razor clams on state beaches. Fishing licenses of various kinds are available on the department’s website here and from license vendors around the state.

For more information on razor clam digging at Washington state beaches and to check for schedule changes, click here.

 

Basic Mediation Training @ Grays Harbor College Room 2315
May 2 @ 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm

 

This 40 hour training is the first step in becoming a Certified Mediation Specialist.

The concepts and skills taught in the training are easily transferable and designed to improve communication and enhance relationships in all settings.

Space for this training is still available. Training starts Thursday, May 1 and continues through Sunday, May 4. If you cannot make it to this training, another training is available May 8-10. Click here for more information.

May
3
Sat
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors, Long Beach and Mocrocks
May 3 @ 10:00 am
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors, Long Beach and Mocrocks | Washington | United States

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced eight consecutive days of razor clam digging for the end of April/first week of May.

Diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2014-15 fishing license to harvest razor clams on state beaches. Fishing licenses of various kinds are available on the department’s website here and from license vendors around the state.

For more information on razor clam digging at Washington state beaches and to check for schedule changes, click here.

 

 

Salty Saturday Project Party @ Historic Seaport
May 3 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

 

Come one come all.  Seaport Landing, Aberdeen’s new public waterfront and home port for the tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain, is asking members of the Grays Harbor community to volunteer their time to prepare Lady Washington’s home for her 25th birthday celebration.

The Historical Seaport “Salty Saturday” Project Parties are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday from now through May in preparation for our ships return on June 5th.  Salty Saturday projects are flexible and can accommodate individuals, groups or organizations.  Minors over 12 are welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Our first Salty Saturday is scheduled for Saturday, March 1.

Inside and outside projects are available.  A Seaport Landing staff member will help volunteers find an appropriate project. Volunteers should dress warmly, even for indoor projects.  Volunteers interested in helping with gardening and landscaping should bring their own garden tools.

Basic Mediation Training @ Grays Harbor College Room 2315
May 3 @ 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm

 

This 40 hour training is the first step in becoming a Certified Mediation Specialist.

The concepts and skills taught in the training are easily transferable and designed to improve communication and enhance relationships in all settings.

Space for this training is still available. Training starts Thursday, May 1 and continues through Sunday, May 4. If you cannot make it to this training, another training is available May 8-10. Click here for more information.

May
4
Sun
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors, Long Beach and Mocrocks
May 4 @ 10:45 am
Razor Clam Dig @ Twin Harbors, Long Beach and Mocrocks | Washington | United States

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced eight consecutive days of razor clam digging for the end of April/first week of May.

Diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2014-15 fishing license to harvest razor clams on state beaches. Fishing licenses of various kinds are available on the department’s website here and from license vendors around the state.

For more information on razor clam digging at Washington state beaches and to check for schedule changes, click here.

 

 

 

Basic Mediation Training @ Grays Harbor College Room 2315
May 4 @ 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm

 

This 40 hour training is the first step in becoming a Certified Mediation Specialist.

The concepts and skills taught in the training are easily transferable and designed to improve communication and enhance relationships in all settings.

Space for this training is still available. Training starts Thursday, May 1 and continues through Sunday, May 4. If you cannot make it to this training, another training is available May 8-10. Click here for more information.

May
8
Thu
Basic Mediation Training @ Grays Harbor College Room 2315
May 8 @ 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm

 

This 40 hour training is the first step in becoming a Certified Mediation Specialist.

The concepts and skills taught in the training are easily transferable and designed to improve communication and enhance relationships in all settings.

Space for this training is still available. Training starts Thursday, May 1 and continues through Sunday, May 4. If you cannot make it to this training, another training is available May 8-10. Click here for more information.

May
9
Fri
Basic Mediation Training @ Grays Harbor College Room 2315
May 9 @ 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm

 

This 40 hour training is the first step in becoming a Certified Mediation Specialist.

The concepts and skills taught in the training are easily transferable and designed to improve communication and enhance relationships in all settings.

Space for this training is still available. Training starts Thursday, May 1 and continues through Sunday, May 4. If you cannot make it to this training, another training is available May 8-10. Click here for more information.

May
10
Sat
Salty Saturday Project Party @ Historic Seaport
May 10 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

 

Come one come all.  Seaport Landing, Aberdeen’s new public waterfront and home port for the tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain, is asking members of the Grays Harbor community to volunteer their time to prepare Lady Washington’s home for her 25th birthday celebration.

The Historical Seaport “Salty Saturday” Project Parties are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday from now through May in preparation for our ships return on June 5th.  Salty Saturday projects are flexible and can accommodate individuals, groups or organizations.  Minors over 12 are welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Our first Salty Saturday is scheduled for Saturday, March 1.

Inside and outside projects are available.  A Seaport Landing staff member will help volunteers find an appropriate project. Volunteers should dress warmly, even for indoor projects.  Volunteers interested in helping with gardening and landscaping should bring their own garden tools.

Basic Mediation Training @ Grays Harbor College Room 2315
May 10 @ 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm

 

This 40 hour training is the first step in becoming a Certified Mediation Specialist.

The concepts and skills taught in the training are easily transferable and designed to improve communication and enhance relationships in all settings.

Space for this training is still available. Training starts Thursday, May 1 and continues through Sunday, May 4. If you cannot make it to this training, another training is available May 8-10. Click here for more information.

May
11
Sun
Mother’s Day Winemaker’s Dinner @ Westport Winery
May 11 @ 6:00 pm
Mother's Day Winemaker's Dinner @ Westport Winery | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Westport Winery has announced the menu for its Inaugural Mother’s Day Winemaker Dinner with Director of Winemaking, Dana Roberts. This five-course meal is limited to 18 guests and reservations are recommended.

 This special evening begins with Strawberry Brie en Croute with Basil, Red Onion, Balsamic Reduction and Hint of Vanilla paired with Going Coastal and Fresh Orange Juice Mimosa. The second course is Fresh Broccoli Bisque with Brown Butter Croutons and Grated Parmesan paired with Mercy Hard Apple Cider. The third course is a Baby Spinach Salad with Crispy Bacon, Sliced Almonds, Hard-Boiled Egg and Warm Balsamic Vinaigrette paired with Bordello Blonde. The main course is Westport’s signature Surf and Turf with primeCertified Angus Beef Filet Mignon and Mermaids on Horseback (bacon-wrapped prawns with pineapple-horseradish glaze), Baked Yukon Gold Potato with Herbed Butter, and Sesame Seared Garden Vegetables paired with Nirvana. The evening will conclude with Fresh Berry Trifle with Vanilla Bean Pound Cake and Galliano Custard paired with Red Sky at Night.

May
13
Tue
Razor Clam Dig @ Grays Harbor Beaches
May 13 @ 6:30 am – 12:00 pm
Razor Clam Dig @ Grays Harbor Beaches | Washington | United States

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved eight days of digging, beginning May 13. WDFW gave the okay for the series of digs after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat. No digging will be allowed on any beach after noon.

The agency also announced a list of proposed digs, which would run May 27 through June 1. Final approval of these digs will depend on marine toxin tests that will be conducted closer to the start date, said Dan Ayres, WDFW shellfish manager. The agency will announce final approval based on the results of the tests.

The following are approved and proposed dig dates, time and locations.

Fore more information, click here.

The upcoming digs are scheduled on the following dates, beaches and low tides:

  • May 13, Tuesday, 6:21 a.m., -0.6 feet, Twin Harbors
  • May 14, Wednesday, 7:02 a.m., -1.2 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
  • May 15, Thursday, 7:44 a.m., -1.5 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
  • May 16, Friday, 8:27 a.m., -1.7 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis
  • May 17, Saturday, 9:12 a.m., -1.7 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • May 18, Sunday, 9:59 a.m., -1.5 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • May 19, Monday, 10:50 a.m., -1.1 feet, Twin Harbors
  • May 20, Tuesday, 11:44 a.m., -0.6 feet, Twin Harbors

Digs that have been proposed but not yet approved are tentatively scheduled on the following dates, beaches and low tides:

  • May 27, Tuesday, 6:24 a.m., -1.0 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
  • May 28, Wednesday, 7:06  a.m., -1.3 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach
  • May 29, Thursday, 7:45 a.m., -1.4 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • May 30, Friday, 8:23 a.m., -1.2 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • May 31, Saturday, 9:00 a.m., -1.0 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
  • June 1, Sunday, 9:37 a.m., -0.7 feet, Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks