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2008 Events |
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Dates &
Locations |
Annual Event
Descriptions
(Event Dates May Vary) |
June thru September
Westport
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WESTPORT CHARTER
ASSOCIATION FISHING DERBY - Compete for daily cash prizes in the Sportfishing Capital of the World. |
August 30
Westport
|
62nd ANNUAL SEAFOOD
FESTIVAL & CRAFT SHOW - A family feast with fresh fish, oysters
and more. Live music and local crafts. |
September 5-7
Westport
|
WESTPORT SAW 'N SURF INVITATIONAL
CHAINSAW COMPETITION
** CANCELLED **- Saw n Surf 2008 a three day all pro chainsaw
carving event featuring some of the most talented carvers in the country.
Thirty five carvers will be competing for carving cash and prizes as well as
being named "best" among the best. For additional information,
Click Here! |
September 13
Westport
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BRADY'S WORLD FAMOUS
OYSTER FEED - Oysters served every way you love them! Proceeds
benefit clean water and scholarships.
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September 15 - October 31
Westport
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BOAT BASIN SALMON DERBY - Dockside fishing for cash and other fine prizes. |
September 20 & 21
Local Beaches |
36th ANNUAL OPERATION
SHORE PATROL- Beach cleanup sponsored by the State 4X4 Association. |
September 20 & 21
Local Area
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30 MILES OF JUNQUE - From Tokeland to Westport and Ocosta,
Garage Sales Galore. |
September 20
Tokeland |
TOKELAND ART SHOW & WINE TASTING - Come to the Tradewinds Resort Conference Center in Tokeland for this benefit
event. Art sale by local artists begins at noon, wine tasting and
finger foods from 4pm - 8pm. (360) 267-1036. |
October 11 & 12
Grayland
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CRANBERRY HARVEST FESTIVAL
- Bog tours, Cranberry cook off, and firelight parade 1-800-473-6018.
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October 11 & 12
Tokeland |
TOKELAND QUILT SHOW
- Staged at Bayshore RV Park in Tokeland. Free
admission.
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November 7 & 8
Tokeland
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TOKELAND COUNTRY SAMPLER -
Crafts bazaar at the Tokeland
Hotel to benefit the Children's Hospital in Seattle. For vendor
information, Click Here! |
December 5 - 6
Grayland
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GRAYLAND HOLIDAY MARKET PLACE -
Handcrafted items & homemade goodies at the historic Grayland Community
Hall.
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December 6
Westport
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SANTA BY THE SEA / CHRISTMAS BY THE
SEA - Santa and his elves arrive at the Westport Marina via the U.S.
Coast Guard, then off to the Maritime Lecture hall for goodies and a photos.
Christmas carolers, entertainers & downtown open house. |
December 6
Westport
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HOLIDAY SOCIAL AND AUCTION -
Westport/Grayland Chamber annual event. Everyone is welcome to enjoy
the food and bid on fantastic auction items.
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2009 Events |
|
Dates &
Locations |
Annual Event
Descriptions
(Event Dates May Vary) |
January thru February
Local Beaches |
STORM WATCHING
- 18 miles of beachcombing at its best.
|
March thru May
Westport
|
GRAY WHALE WATCHING - Boat excursions leave from the Westport Marina. Call ahead for reservations
1-800-345-6223.
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March 21 & 22
Grayland
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BEACHCOMBERS DRIFTWOOD
SHOW - Driftwood collectors exhibit and competition 1-800-473-6018.
|
April 11
Grayland
|
6th ANNUAL BLUEGRASS BY THE BOGS - Come listen
to music and enjoy great food. Jar & Jug live auction, silent auction
and raffle. Historic Grayland Community Hall. |
April 18 & 19
Westport
|
WORLD CLASS CRAB RACES, DERBY AND CRAB FEED - A unique family fun experience! Come EAT
* RACE * ENJOY! |
April 18
Local Beaches |
COAST CLEAN-UP - The crew from Olympic Coast
Cleanup will take on the South Beach Area. For additional information,
Click Here! |
April 18
Tokeland, North Cove & Grayland |
TOKELAND & NORTHCOVE ART STUDIO TOUR 2009 -
Twenty local artists will hold open studio tours and public art displays
throughout Tokeland, North Cove and Grayland. Contact Judith Altruda
360-267-2326. |
April 24 - 26
Hoquiam |
14th ANNUAL GRAYS HARBOR SHOREBIRD FESTIVAL -
Headquartered at Hoquiam High School. For information call (800)
303-8498. |
May 2
Westport
|
LOYALTY DAY PARADE - Westport's 5th Annual,
sponsored by the VFW. Starts at noon at the Maritime Museum. For
information call 360-268-7054. |
May 2
Ocosta |
27th ANNUAL OYSTER FEED - Ocosta Recreation
Hall 3-7 pm - All you can eat (Approx. 5 miles east of Westport). For
information call 360-648-2190. |
May 15 - 17
Westport
|
8th ANNUAL CLEANWATER CLASSIC - Watch or participate in this surfing contest in Westport. For
information contact Pamela Clark at (503) 805-9668 or
clark_pamela@yahoo.com. |
May TBD
Local Beaches |
ANNUAL SPRING PERCH DERBY - Fish
for perch in the surf and win cash & prizes. Info: (360) 268-1030. |
May 24
Westport
|
BLESSING OF THE FLEET - This longstanding annual event includes a procession, blessing and Coast Guard
rescue demonstration.
|
May 25
Westport |
VFW MEMORIAL CEREMONY - Memorial
Ceremony at Veterans memorial Park, begins at 11:00am. Contact 360-268-9543. |
June 26 - 28
Westport
|
RUSTY SCUPPER'S PIRATE DAZE -
Rival pirates invade Westport for a weekend of fun, food and frivolity.
Dress up in your "Pirate Finery" and shop, dance, interact and enjoy the
mystique of Rusty Scupper and his bawdy band of buccaneers! For
addition information,
Click Here. |
July 4
Westport
|
FOURTH OF JULY BOOMING BAY FIREWORKS
- Fireworks over the Bay.
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July 4
Westport
|
MARITIME MUSEUM'S OLE FASHIONED 4th - Crafts, music and food at the Maritime Museum.
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July 4
Tokeland
|
TOKELAND'S 4th OF JULY
PARADE - Join the uptown parade in one of Washington's oldest resort towns.
|
July 5
North Cove |
NORTH COVE SANDCASTLE CONTEST -
Prizes for different categories. Pre-register at North Cove Minit Market,
Warrenton Cannery Road beach approach. |
July 10 - 12
Grayland Beach
|
WINDRIDERS KITE FESTIVAL - Kite flying competition, demonstrations, games, and auction.
|
July 11
Tokeland
|
SHOALWATER BAY SOBRIETY
POW WOW - Sponsored by the Shoalwater Bay Tribe of Tokeland at the new
Shoalwater Bay Gymnasium 360-267-6766.
|
July 17 - 18
Westport |
EASTSIDE STREET RODS SHOW
& SHINE - Scenic poker run, parade and Show & Shine! |
July 25
Elk River
|
ELK RIVER BOAT CHALLENGE -
A 7 mile human-powered boat race at 1 pm on the beautiful Elk River Estuary 360-268-9712.
|
August 1
Westport
|
4th ANNUAL RUN/WALK FOR THE LIGHT - Sponsored by the Washington Lightkeepers Association. 8:30 am Registration
10:00 am Race. For additional information and registration,
Click Here. |
August 1
Tokeland
|
TOKELAND WOOD FEST -
Chainsaw carving, wood art show and sale, live music and food, location TBD. (360) 267-0394 or (360) 267-0279. |
August 8
Local Beaches |
ANNUAL SUMMER PERCH DERBY - Fish
for perch in the surf and win cash & prizes. Info: (360) 268-1030 Jim
Jackson. |
August 15 & 16
Westport
|
WESTPORT ART FESTIVAL - Juried show of fine arts and crafts. Contact the
Alaskan Motel 360-268-9133. Art/Craft
Vendor Application.
Food Vendor
Application. |
