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.

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
23
Fri
7th Annual Grays Harbor County Expo @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
May 23 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

The Ocean Shores Convention Center will host the 7th Annual Grays Harbor County Expo Memorial Day Weekend.

You won’t want to miss this multifaceted event which consists of the “Original” Grays Harbor Home Show, Oceans of Fine Arts, Roadside Chainsaw Carving Competition, Hotrod & Classic car show and a Special Memorial weekend Celebration.

The Home Show features businesses showcasing the latest in home decor and home improvement ideas. What a great opportunity to find them all in a central location! The Art Expo features incredible artists from all over the Northwest. You are sure to be intrigued with a variety of juried art available to grace your
home.

The Roadside Chainsaw Carvers will be active in the parking lot, creating works of art for your lawn, garden or home. An auction will be held Sunday afternoon. What will they create to intrigue you?

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will lead this years Memorial Service at 12:00 p.m., May 24th in the convention centers grass courtyard. What a great opportunity to commemorate a friend or family member. You will be able to post a note, picture or photo in their honor and to remind us all the true meaning of this holiday.

This is just the “tip of the iceberg” for this event.

You will find free parking and free admission to everything, so be sure to put this event on your “must do list”.

May
24
Sat
7th Annual Grays Harbor County Expo @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
May 24 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

The Ocean Shores Convention Center will host the 7th Annual Grays Harbor County Expo Memorial Day Weekend.

You won’t want to miss this multifaceted event which consists of the “Original” Grays Harbor Home Show, Oceans of Fine Arts, Roadside Chainsaw Carving Competition, Hotrod & Classic car show and a Special Memorial weekend Celebration.

The Home Show features businesses showcasing the latest in home decor and home improvement ideas. What a great opportunity to find them all in a central location! The Art Expo features incredible artists from all over the Northwest. You are sure to be intrigued with a variety of juried art available to grace your
home.

The Roadside Chainsaw Carvers will be active in the parking lot, creating works of art for your lawn, garden or home. An auction will be held Sunday afternoon. What will they create to intrigue you?

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will lead this years Memorial Service at 12:00 p.m., May 24th in the convention centers grass courtyard. What a great opportunity to commemorate a friend or family member. You will be able to post a note, picture or photo in their honor and to remind us all the true meaning of this holiday.

This is just the “tip of the iceberg” for this event.

You will find free parking and free admission to everything, so be sure to put this event on your “must do list”.

May
25
Sun
7th Annual Grays Harbor County Expo @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
May 25 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

The Ocean Shores Convention Center will host the 7th Annual Grays Harbor County Expo Memorial Day Weekend.

You won’t want to miss this multifaceted event which consists of the “Original” Grays Harbor Home Show, Oceans of Fine Arts, Roadside Chainsaw Carving Competition, Hotrod & Classic car show and a Special Memorial weekend Celebration.

The Home Show features businesses showcasing the latest in home decor and home improvement ideas. What a great opportunity to find them all in a central location! The Art Expo features incredible artists from all over the Northwest. You are sure to be intrigued with a variety of juried art available to grace your
home.

The Roadside Chainsaw Carvers will be active in the parking lot, creating works of art for your lawn, garden or home. An auction will be held Sunday afternoon. What will they create to intrigue you?

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will lead this years Memorial Service at 12:00 p.m., May 24th in the convention centers grass courtyard. What a great opportunity to commemorate a friend or family member. You will be able to post a note, picture or photo in their honor and to remind us all the true meaning of this holiday.

This is just the “tip of the iceberg” for this event.

You will find free parking and free admission to everything, so be sure to put this event on your “must do list”.

May
31
Sat
Bearcats vs SD Thunder @ Stewart Field at Aberdeen High School
May 31 @ 6:00 pm

Enjoy an evening of football as the Bearcats go head-to-head against the SD Thunder. Gates open at 4 p.m.

Jun
1
Sun
4,200 mile Charity Bike Ride Kick-off @ Pacific Beach
Jun 1 @ 8:00 am

GoTeam, a nationwide endurance team, will begin its bike ride in Pacific Beach and then stop in Olympia that same day as part of its 4,200-mile trip across America. The ride will conclude on July 25, 2014 in Wilmington, North Carolina. After leaving Pacific Beach, GoTeam’s second stop will be in Olympia.

Jun
7
Sat
Bearcats vs Bulldogs @ Stewart Field at Aberdeen High School
Jun 7 @ 6:00 pm

Enjoy an evening of football as the Bearcats go head-to-head against the SD Thunder. Gates open at 4 p.m.

Jun
8
Sun
6th Annual Fleur de Lis Festival @ Westport Winery
Jun 8 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Guests of all ages are invited to celebrate all things French as the farm’s 5,000 irises bloom.

This year the festival also includes a French style marketplace called Art In The Vines hosted by the Westport Art Festival serving as an exciting precursor to the annual Westport Art Festival in August.

 

Jun
12
Thu
Rural Route Northeast Meeting @ Pearsall Building
Jun 12 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join us as we discuss

Solidifying bicycle map routes (McCleary, Elma, Brady, Satsop, Montesano, Central Park, Recreational Routes, HWY12 connection).

Discuss Map Legend

Services and Tourist Attractions

Easy-Moderate-Difficult list

Rural Route Northeast Meeting @ Pearsall Building
Jun 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us as we discuss

Solidifying bicycle map routes (McCleary, Elma, Brady, Satsop, Montesano, Central Park, Recreational Routes, HWY12 connection).

Discuss Map Legend

Services and Tourist Attractions

Easy-Moderate-Difficult list

Jun
13
Fri
Summer Reading @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Jun 13 all-day
Summer Reading @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Head to the library and sign up for the summer reading program, “Fizz, Boom, Read!” for children and “Spark a Reaction” for teens. Drop by the library, sign up, and pick up your summer fun bag. This event is part of Summer Reading, a Timberland Regional Library districtwide program.

Saddlebag Meet-up @ Grays Harbor Public Market
Jun 13 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Saddlebags are backpacks for bicycles.  The idea of these meetings is:

  1. Arrive on a bike
  2. Discuss the route to be ridden
  3. Place the map, paper and writing utensils in your saddlebag
  4. Ride the route, stop and record when needed
  5. Regroup at a designated location to discuss findings

If a person does not want to ride, they are welcome to come for the discussions and either wait for the bike riders to return or walk part of the route.

Jun
20
Fri
Mountain Biking Meeting @ Beehive Restaurant
Jun 20 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join us as we discuss:

  • Trails to include in GH Tourism Map
  • Conditions of trails
  • Skill level of trails
  • Rules, permits and other helpful information

Stick around afterward for a bike ride starting at 5 p.m.

Jun
21
Sat
Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain Tours @ Westport Marina
Jun 21 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain Tours @ Westport Marina | Westport | Washington | United States

Come aboard the Lady Washington and/or Hawaiian Chieftain for a self-guided tour of each ship. Crew will be on hand in period costume to answer questions and tell stories. A ticket is not required. A $3 donation per person is appreciated.

Battle: Westport @ Westport Marina
Jun 21 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Battle: Westport @ Westport Marina | Westport | Washington | United States

Our popular three-hour Battle Sails feature booming cannons, close-quarters maneuvers, and a taste of 18th century maritime life aboard tall ships. A ticket is required for all passengers, including babes in arms. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Groups of 8 or more automatically receive a 15 percent ticket discount when they buy online.

Evening Sail on the Lady Washington @ Westport Marina
Jun 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Evening Sail on the Lady Washington @ Westport Marina | Westport | Washington | United States

Our two-hour Evening Sail on the Lady Washington features a living history experience with demonstrations of tall ship handling, sea shanty singing, and maritime storytelling. A ticket is required for all passengers, including babes in arms. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Jun
22
Sun
Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain Tours @ Westport Marina
Jun 22 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain Tours @ Westport Marina | Westport | Washington | United States

Come aboard the Lady Washington and/or Hawaiian Chieftain for a self-guided tour of each ship. Crew will be on hand in period costume to answer questions and tell stories. A ticket is not required. A $3 donation per person is appreciated.

Battle: Westport @ Westport Marina
Jun 22 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Battle: Westport @ Westport Marina | Westport | Washington | United States

Our popular three-hour Battle Sails feature booming cannons, close-quarters maneuvers, and a taste of 18th century maritime life aboard tall ships. A ticket is required for all passengers, including babes in arms. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Groups of 8 or more automatically receive a 15 percent ticket discount when they buy online.

Jun
26
Thu
Ice Cream and Books @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Jun 26 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Eat ice cream, talk about books you like, and hear about more books. Help make the second annual Ice Cream and Books zine (a handmade magazine) about a book you like. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Aberdeen Timberland Library. This event is part of Summer Reading, a Timberland Regional Library districtwide program.

Jun
27
Fri
Member Appreciation Sail Aboard the Lady Washington @ Port of Grays Harbor
Jun 27 @ 8:00 am
Member Appreciation Sail Aboard the Lady Washington @ Port of Grays Harbor | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Enjoy a scenic sail aboard the Lady Washington from Aberdeen to Westport. All Grays Harbor Historical Seaport members will receive a 60 percent discount off regular price tickets. To receive discounts, members call 800-200-5239.

 

Saddlebag Meet-up @ Grays Harbor Public Market
Jun 27 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Saddlebags are backpacks for bicycles.  The idea of these meetings is:

  1. Arrive on a bike
  2. Discuss the route to be ridden
  3. Place the map, paper and writing utensils in your saddlebag
  4. Ride the route, stop and record when needed
  5. Regroup at a designated location to discuss findings

If a person does not want to ride, they are welcome to come for the discussions and either wait for the bike riders to return or walk part of the route.

Jun
28
Sat
Lake Quinault Rainforest Cancer Fund Bike Ride @ Quinault Rainforest
Jun 28 @ 7:00 am

Join the community along with the Lake Quinault Cancer Society and pedal with purpose during the 25th Lake Quinault Rainforest Cancer Fund Bike Ride.

For more information about this family-friendly bike ride, click here.