Calendar of Events
JANUARY
Write On the Beach
Annual Write On the Beach Conference is proud to announce Aaron Elkins as their keynote speaker. Seminars and discussions offered at the Shilo Inn.Clam Dig
Call 1-800-76-BEACH for details.
FEBRUARY
Antique & Collectible Show
The Annual Ocean Shores Antique & Collectible Show will take place at the Ocean Shores Convention Center.
MARCH
Beachcombers Fun Fair
Annual event features exhibits, seminars, information booths, and vendors on Saturday and Sunday; a kid's science fair Saturday morning plus beach walks on Sunday morning.Razor Clam Festival
Hurray for the (tasty) Razor Clam! There will be food, vendor booths, music and even a chowder cook-off! A great family event!
APRIL
Photo and Fine Arts Show
Artists and photographers from all over the United States enter this show to win prizes and display their unique photos and works of art.
MAY
Country Music Jam
Open jam sessions and a Saturday night dinner dance hosted by North Beach's own Bob & Karen Anderson. This is an old-time jam and people of all playing levels are welcome. The goal is to provide a venue for visitors and local residents to learn about and enjoy country music and for country musicians to get a fix between their usual music-filled weekends. For more information call 1-360.289.5632.
JUNE
Kite Challenge
Sponsored by "Team Cutting Edge Kites" - 2005 & 2006 World Champions. Free kite flying lessons, stunt competitions, fun flies, displays and more.Flag Day Parade & Dance
A chance to show our patriotic spirit. The parade features more than 50 entries and a Grand Marshall. End the day with dancing and raffle drawings from 7PM to 11PM at the Convention Center. One of the only Flag Day parades in Western Washington.Sand and Sawdust Festival
Come to the beach to watch Master, Intermediate, and Novice Sand Sculpting teams compete for over $5,000.00 in cash prizes. While master woodcarvers from all over the world come to compete in this annual competition. Auctions held daily. Families & kids welcome to enter the sand sculpting competition. Free sand-sculpting lessons on Friday.
JULY
Independence Day Picnic & Fire O'er the Water
The business community of Ocean Shores is sponsoring the annual Ocean Shores Independence Day Picnic at North Bay Park. Picnic Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free!! Come celebrate the birth of our nation. Bring a blanket and your picnic basket or take advantage of the many food vendors that will be on hand. There will be something fun for all ages at this gala event.Big Weekend Triathlon & Footfest
The Big Weekend events are scheduled from 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The triathlon events include: Swimming in Duck Lake. Biking on the city streets of Ocean Shores peninsula. Running on ocean beach and city streets.Sun & Surf Run
Over 2,000 motorcycles at the Convention Center. Enjoy bonfire, fireworks, motorcycle parades, stunt riders and vendors. For more information go to www.sunandsurfevent.com.
SEPTEMBER
Arts & Crafts Festival
Annual event includes over 120 indoor and outdoor booths featuring thousands of handcrafted items by gifted artists and talented craftspeople. For more information go to www.associatedarts.org.Paddle the Shores
Paddle activities on the lakes and canals of Ocean Shores. A race, a Poker Paddle, seminars, boat try-outs, boating gear and a picnic on Sunday. For more information call 1-360-289-5632 or go to www.oceanshoresact.com.
OCTOBER
Whale of a Quilt Show
Sea-Pals Quilters show offers vendors, handmade quilts, demonstrations and quilted items. The show is judged and prizes awarded.Clam Digs Announced
October 16, 17 and 18
The North Beach is tentatively set for the first Fall dig. "Copalis Beach," which is Oregon's term for Ocean Shores, Oyehut and Ocean City, has digs October 16, 17 and 18. "Mocrocks Beach" (Iron Springs, Roosevelt Beach, Pacific Beach and Moclips) has digs October 17 and 18.
NOVEMBER
Winter Fanta-Sea Craft Show
Over 70 arts and crafts booths feature thousands of unique handmade items just in time for the holidays!
DECEMBER
North Beach Singers Christmas Cantata
The North Beach Singers present Yuletide favorites to bring in the holiday season.
