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:

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  • Date, time and location (name of business if applicable and complete address)
  • Organizer(s) name
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  • Website URL
  • SHORT description of event
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Apr
13
Sat
Elliott Slough Scotch Broom Removal @ Elliott Slough
Apr 13 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Elliott Slough Scotch Broom Removal @ Elliott Slough

Come help Grays Harbor Stream Team and Chehalis River Basin Land Trust restore Elliott Slough by ripping out the invasive Scotch broom. Nothing is more satisfying than getting your hands dirty and killing Scotch broom.

Wear appropriate gear for the weather and bring a water bottle. We will have donuts, coffee, water, and snacks. Please carpool.

Take Junction City Rd till you pass the OLD Historical Seaport and take a left on Access Rd. Drive until you see the Grays Harbor Stream Team’s blue tent.

Apr
20
Sat
Fry Creek Cleanup @ Dollar Tree Parking Lot
Apr 20 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Fry Creek Cleanup @ Dollar Tree Parking Lot

Come Join Grays Harbor Stream Team, City of Aberdeen, Grays Harbor College Fish Lab, and Clean Streams and Memes to clean Fry Creek up.

Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather and bring a water bottle. We will have coffee, donuts, snacks, and water. We also have gloves and trash pickers.

Please carpool. We will be meeting in the Dollar Tree parking lot. Look for the blue Grays Harbor Stream Team tent.

We look forward to seeing you!

Apr
25
Thu
Rural Community Vitality Forum @ Grays Harbor College
Apr 25 @ 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Rural Community Vitality Forum @ Grays Harbor College

Washington’s economy is booming
Are you experiencing the boom in your business, organization, and community?

When it comes to training existing employees and finding qualified new hires, the challenge is real in rural Washington. Education, workforce training, and other services may or may not be available where you live. If they are—then are they working for you? Effective policy for rural regions can only be informed by the “lived in” experience of people in those communities. That’s the purpose behind this Rural Community Vitality Forum in Aberdeen that asks the local community what’s working, and what’s not. Tell us your story, give us your perspective, and help shape solutions. This will be a facilitated but free-flowing discussion, so come prepared to participate.

We’re listening, and so is the U.S. Department of Labor
This rural “listening tour” is brought to you by the state’s Workforce Board, which helps convene and oversee the state’s workforce system. An economist from the Workforce Board will provide a snapshot of the local economy. Then a facilitator funded by the U.S. Department of Labor will help us capture your comments and frame next steps. Once the comments are compiled you’ll have a chance to provide input before a report is provided to state and federal policymakers. This is your chance to be heard, and make a difference where you live.

We need a firm headcount for our business breakfast (7:30 a.m.) and our community forum. So register today for these free events at:
http://www.wtb.wa.gov/RuralCommunityVitalityForums.asp

May
4
Sat
McCleary VFW Comcast Cares Day @ McCleary VFW Post 5564
May 4 @ 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
McCleary VFW Comcast Cares Day @ McCleary VFW Post 5564

On May 4, 2019, more than 150 Comcast employees from the Aberdeen area, along with their families, friends and community partners, will contribute to local volunteer projects as part of Comcast’s 18th annual Comcast Cares Day. Teams of volunteers, working alongside the local McCleary School District, will help repair the post by removing a brick fascia and a leaking exterior wall, and re-siding it with updated materials. Others will help assemble assistance kits for homeless veterans.

May
31
Fri
Grays Harbor Relay For Life @ Hoquiam High School
May 31 @ 6:00 pm – Jun 1 @ 12:00 am

Fundraising for cancer research with the American Cancer Society. Celebrating survivors/caregivers, remembering our loved ones and continuing the fight against cancer. Join us for food and fun as we Celebrate, Remember, and Fight Back!

Jun
1
Sat
Grays Harbor Relay For Life @ Hoquiam High School
Jun 1 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm

Fundraising for cancer research with the American Cancer Society. Celebrating survivors/caregivers, remembering our loved ones and continuing the fight against cancer. Join us for food and fun as we Celebrate, Remember, and Fight Back!

Jun
30
Sun
Aberdeen Sunday Market
Jun 30 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Aberdeen Sunday Market

Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th. This week will feature $25 professional photo shoots by Moyer Multimedia!

Jul
7
Sun
Aberdeen Sunday Market
Jul 7 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Aberdeen Sunday Market

Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.

Jul
11
Thu
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

Jul
12
Fri
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 12 @ 1:00 pm
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

• Food Vendors ………………………………………1pm-7pm

• Craft Vendors ………………………………………3pm-7pm

• Games in the park ……………….……………….. 3pm-5pm

• Coronation ………………………………5:30pm (VFW Hall)

• Magician ..……………………..………6:30pm (Friday only)

• Guns & Hoses Annual Softball Tournament …….6:30pm

• Teen Dance ….………………………..……8pm(Parking Lot)

Jul
13
Sat
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 13 @ 8:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

• Softball Tournament ………………………….8am

• Food & Craft Vendors ………………………..9am-7pm

• Fun Run ……………………………….………..9am (Register at VFW)

• Kiddie Parade ……………………………………11:45am

• 60th Annual Grand Parade ….………….12pm

• Kid Zone ..……………………………….……..12:30pm-5pm

• World Famous Bear Festival Stew ..…1pm (Saturday only, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!)

• Elma Youth Cheer …………………………..1pm(Main Stage)

• Music in the Park …..……………….…..……1:30pm -The Fabulous Murphtones

• High Impact Dance Academy…………..3:30pm(Main Stage)

• Music in the Park ……………………………….5pm -The Olson’s

Run from the Bears Fun Run 1K, 5K, 10K
Jul 13 @ 8:00 am
Run from the Bears Fun Run 1K, 5K, 10K

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

60th Annual Grand Parade
Jul 13 @ 12:00 pm
60th Annual Grand Parade

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

60th Annual Bear Stew
Jul 13 @ 1:00 pm
60th Annual Bear Stew

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

Jul
14
Sun
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 14 @ 8:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

• Softball Tournament …………….…………………….8am

• Food & Craft Vendors …………….…………………..10am-4pm

• Car Show …………………….……………………………..10am (Simpson Ave. Next to OCCU)

• Petting Zoo (Kid Zone) …..……..………………….11am-4pm

• Kid Zone ………………………………………………..….11am-4pm

• Music in the Park………..………………………..……12pm -Monica Drake & Dewayne Brady

• Hay Toss ………………………………………………..….1pm

• Music in the Park…………….…………………………1pm -Kynan Shane

• Music in the Park…………….…………….……..……2pm -Humor & Heart

60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival-Royals Rumble Car Show
Jul 14 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival-Royals Rumble Car Show

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

Aberdeen Sunday Market
Jul 14 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Aberdeen Sunday Market

Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.

Jul
16
Tue
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
60th Annual McCleary Bear Festival

The McCleary Bear Festival is celebrating 60 years this July.

We have the following events coming up:

Friday, July 12- McCleary Bear Festival -kick off with Kids Day in the Park (games and the Pacific Science Center Planetarium), Coronation and Softball Tournament

Saturday, July 13- McCleary Bear Festival- Grand Parade, live music, Kids’ Zone and stew

Sunday, July 14 – McCleary Bear Festival Royals Rumble Car Show, music in the park and Kids’ Zone activities

There will be over 50 vendors in the park and softball all weekend!

Jul
21
Sun
Aberdeen Sunday Market
Jul 21 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Aberdeen Sunday Market

Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.

Jul
28
Sun
Aberdeen Sunday Market
Jul 28 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Aberdeen Sunday Market

Local produce, fare and makers every Sunday in Downtown Aberdeen. 10 am to 3 pm, through September 15th.

Aug
3
Sat
Wishkah Gardens Invasive Removal Work Party @ Long Swamp Boat Launch
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Wishkah Gardens Invasive Removal Work Party @ Long Swamp Boat Launch

Grays Harbor Stream team will be partnering with the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust and Forterra on August 3rd for an invasive plant removal work party from 10:00am – 1:00pm.

We will provide tools and gloves, along with coffee, donuts, snacks, and water. Please bring a reusable water bottle.