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
2
Thu
Channel Point Speaker Series with Kim Wyman, WA Secretary of State @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam - Channel Point Village
May 2 @ 1:30 pm
Channel Point Speaker Series with Kim Wyman, WA Secretary of State @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam - Channel Point Village

Please join us at Village Concepts of Hoquiam – Channel Point Village as we welcome Kim Wyman, Washington Secretary of State, who will speak about her office and the programs she oversees, including elections and Legacy Washington, which profiles extraordinary Washingtonians. Refreshments served.

Jun
7
Fri
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival
Jun 7 @ 7:00 am
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival

Grays Harbor Festival of Colors is the premier, family friendly, kite festival on the west coast.This event is made for kite fliers of all skill levels with special events for kids.
In the past we have had kite fliers coming from as far away as India, Canada,
and many from the western United States. We are located in Grays Harbor on the
Washington State central coast.

Our festival is always on the first full week-end (Fri.,Sat.and Sun) in June.
The 2019 Festival of Colors is scheduled for June 7th, 8th and 9th. Our flying
beach is famous for the consistency of the winds and mild temperatures,
usually low to mid sixties at the time of the festival.

Jun
8
Sat
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival
Jun 8 @ 7:00 am
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival

Grays Harbor Festival of Colors is the premier, family friendly, kite festival on the west coast.This event is made for kite fliers of all skill levels with special events for kids.
In the past we have had kite fliers coming from as far away as India, Canada,
and many from the western United States. We are located in Grays Harbor on the
Washington State central coast.

Our festival is always on the first full week-end (Fri.,Sat.and Sun) in June.
The 2019 Festival of Colors is scheduled for June 7th, 8th and 9th. Our flying
beach is famous for the consistency of the winds and mild temperatures,
usually low to mid sixties at the time of the festival.

Jun
9
Sun
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival
Jun 9 @ 7:00 am
Grays Harbor Festival of Colors @ Kite Festival

Grays Harbor Festival of Colors is the premier, family friendly, kite festival on the west coast.This event is made for kite fliers of all skill levels with special events for kids.
In the past we have had kite fliers coming from as far away as India, Canada,
and many from the western United States. We are located in Grays Harbor on the
Washington State central coast.

Our festival is always on the first full week-end (Fri.,Sat.and Sun) in June.
The 2019 Festival of Colors is scheduled for June 7th, 8th and 9th. Our flying
beach is famous for the consistency of the winds and mild temperatures,
usually low to mid sixties at the time of the festival.

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!

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
24
Wed
Channel Point Speaker Series – Preventing Senior Fraud @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam - Channel Point
Jul 24 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Channel Point Speaker Series - Preventing Senior Fraud @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam - Channel Point

Consumers lose billions of dollars each year to fraud. People over age 50 are especially vulnerable and account for over half of all victims, according to a study by AARP. Please join us for a presentation with Elena G. Huizar, Outreach Services Supervisor in the Consumer Protection Division of Washington to learn about the more common scams targeting seniors and how to avoid them.

Aug
24
Sat
Family Forest Field Day @ Wildcat Creek Tree Farm
Aug 24 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Family Forest Field Day @ Wildcat Creek Tree Farm

Whether you own a “home in the woods” or many acres of land, this “out in the woods” educational event is packed with practical “how-to” information that you need to know.

Stewarding land is both rewarding and challenging. Successful management is due to the decisions you make and the actions you take. Attending the Family Forest Field Day will prepare you to plan and execute sound practices, enabling you to accomplish your management objectives, reduce risks, and protect your financial investment.

Don’t own land but are still interested in learning more about forests? Maybe you’re thinking about buying some forestland but want to see what you’re getting into? All are welcome!

Sep
13
Fri
“Everyday Heroes” 10th Annual Nonprofit Leaders Conference @ Grays Harbor College
Sep 13 @ 7:30 am – 4:15 pm
"Everyday Heroes" 10th Annual Nonprofit Leaders Conference @ Grays Harbor College

Join us for a day of skill building workshops, networking, and inspiration!

Featuring Keynote Speaker Susan Howlett, nationally known nonprofit speaker, trainer and consultant.

Haiku Contest – Win $500 for your nonprofit
Free Professional Headshots
Continental Breakfast and Lunch included

Interactive workshop sessions on a wide range of topics including fundraising, working with a Board of Directors, volunteer recruitment & management, sustainability, leadership, communications and more!

Learn more and register online at www.nonprofitleaders.info Registration $30 through August 13. Scholarships are available, see www.nonprofitleaders.info for more information.

Sep
21
Sat
10th Annual Lake Sylvia State Park FALL FESTIVAL @ Lake Sylvia State Park
Sep 21 @ 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
10th Annual Lake Sylvia State Park FALL FESTIVAL @ Lake Sylvia State Park

10th Annual Lake Sylvia State Park
FALL FESTIVAL

Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 7 AM – 4 PM
Lake Sylvia State Park – 1813 Lake Sylvia Rd North Montesano, WA
https://www.facebook.com/LakeSylviaStateParkFallFestival/

Pancake Breakfast
7 am—11 pm $5
Trail Races 8:30 am
Half Marathon / 10K / 5 K
Artists Market 9 am—4 pm
Food Booths and Live Music
Historic Talk by “Doc Shores” 1 pm
Kayak Paddle 2 pm
Kids Vintage Games and Nature Crafts
Educational booths by Stream Team

Sep
25
Wed
Channel Point Speaker Series – Notable Harborites with Tom Quigg @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam
Sep 25 @ 3:00 pm
Channel Point Speaker Series - Notable Harborites with Tom Quigg @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam

Tom Quigg, proud Harborite, Port of Grays Harbor Commissioner, and Real Estate Broker, will provide an engaging presentation on notable Harborites through the years and their impact on the world. The public is welcome and refreshments will be served. This will be a fun event for newcomers to the Harbor and for long-timers alike. We hope you will join us!

Oct
5
Sat
Emergency Preparedness EXPO @ Shoppes at Riverside (formerly South Shore Mall)
Oct 5 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Public Education on emergency preparedness may be provided by DEM staff. In addition to the information contained on this website, DEM would be happy to schedule a presentation at your company or event. DEM maintains a stock of literature on many types of hazards. Please call (360) 249-3911 to schedule a presentation for your group.

Oct
26
Sat
NaNoWriMo – Come Write In, Prep Day @ Montesano Timberland Library
Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
NaNoWriMo - Come Write In, Prep Day @ Montesano Timberland Library

Writing a novel alone can be difficult, even for seasoned writers. NaNoWriMo helps you track your progress, set milestones, connect with other writers in a vast community, and participate in events that are designed to make sure you finish your novel. Oh, and best of all, it’s free!

This day is for preparing your novel’s characters, locations, plot outlines, and worldbuilding for the official start of NaNoWriMo writing on November 1st.

Oct
30
Wed
The Science of Alcohol & Marijuana w/ Dr. Jason Kilmer @ Aberdeen High School Auditorium
Oct 30 @ 6:30 pm
The Science of Alcohol & Marijuana w/ Dr. Jason Kilmer @ Aberdeen High School Auditorium

Please join us to hear from Dr. Jason Kilmer on the science behind alcohol and marijuana. All community members are welcome, teens and parents are especially encouraged to attend. Kilmer will be speaking about facts/myths, and the potential risk factors that play an important role in substance use.