

April Swenson

Managing Broker at
Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers
Real Estate
2026 Ocean Shores Events Calendar
** NOTE: I am a Real Estate Broker. Info below is provided only as a courtesy. All events are subject to change. Please contact the corresponding numbers and/or websites. **
*** Also, visit the Visitors Information Center's Calendar. ***
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United Way Black & White Gala
January 31
A formal event to benefit the United Way Grays Harbor. Dinner and Auction. Tickets can be purchased at UnitedWayGraysHarbor.org/blackandwhitegala. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail oseventplanner@gmail.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.​
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Renewed Antique Show #1
February 13-15
21st Annual Show. Vendors offer a wide variety of antiques. Admission is $3. Advanced ticket sales at the Visitor Center. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail oseventplanner@gmail.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
Top Tastes of WA State #1
February 21-22
Culinary tastes of the Pacific Northwest with competitions. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail toptastesofwashingtonstate@gmail.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
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Beachcombers & Glass Float Expo
March 7-8
37th Annual event features exhibits, seminars, information booths and vendors. Children's activities held on Saturday morning with a kids' science fair. Plus beach walks on Sunday morning. Fun for the whole family. Admission is $3. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, call 360-580-7840 or 360-532-9614, or e-mail beachcombersheritage@gmail.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
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Razor Clam & Seafood Extravaganza
March 20-22
18th Annual. Come and celebrate all things seafood. This event features an artisan marketplace, live entertainment, cultural exhibits, and the highly anticipated Clam Chowder Cook-off. Come and cast your vote for the best professional and non-professional chowder in the North Beach! Participate in the Clam Gun Decorating Contest. Free Admission. Buy tickets to the Crab Dinner. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, call 360-289-4411, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
Dugan's Run
March 22
Join fellow runners in a variety of racing activities. Individual or team participants. Starts at 10am. Free Admission. Starts at 10am. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/DugansFunRun/.
Youth Fishing Derby
May 9
16th annual Ocean Shores Youth Fishing Derby will be held on Saturday at North Bay Park. Kids' registration starts at 7am. The derby is in need of equipment and boat owners who are willing to volunteer their time and equipment to take kids out on boats (there are City and State requirements to volunteer for this event). Donations should be forwarded to the Ocean Shores Elks Lodge. Contact the Ocean Shores Elks Lodge at 360-289-2581 for more information.
Jeeps Go Topless for Ocean Shores
May 15-17
We invite all Jeepers and 4x4's out to Ocean Shores for a fun filled weekend and of course a Beach Clean Up to celebrate National Go Topless Day with many family-friendly events throughout the weekend. For more information, visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
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Top Tastes of WA State #2
May 16-17
Culinary tastes of the Pacific Northwest with competitions. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail toptastesofwashingtonstate@gmail.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
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North Beach Realty City-wide Garage Sale
May 22-24
Tons of Garage Sales during Memorial Day Weekend. Map provided by North Beach Realty. For more information, call 360-289-2222.
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Rock & Blues Flea Market Festival
May 23-24
3rd Annual. Flea Market, Vendors, Casino Games, Hot Mama’s Beach Party. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail johnny@vegas-nites.com, or call 206-276-7592.
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Grays Harbor County Festival of Colors (Kite Flying)
June 5-7
What a great family event for novice to professional kite flyers! Come fly a kite or enjoy the antics of colorful kites filling the skies. There will be a Lighted Kite Flying on Friday Night. Held on the Beach off of Damon Rd. For more information, call 360-660-7904, or visit www.GraysHarborFestivalOfColors.com.
Flag Day Parade
June 13
27th Annual. Honor our Nation's "Old Glory" with an old-fashioned parade. Over 60 entrants parade through the streets of downtown Ocean Shores. Held on a Saturday at 11am in downtown Ocean Shores. For more information, call 360-289-2581.
5-Star Dealership's Sand & Sawdust Festival
June 26-28
Sand sculpting workshops. Chain saw carving at it's absolute best. Watch carving artists create masterpieces at the Convention Center. You will have the opportunity to view their work from start to finish over 3 days of competition. Live auctions, arts, crafts, food vendors. Free Admission. Held at the Convention Center and on the Beach. For more information, visit www.TourismOceanShores.com or www.Facebook.com/SandandSawdustFest.
Here Comes the Boom 4th of July
July 3-5
Enjoy vendors, food, and crafts at the Lion's Club in Downtown Ocean Shores during the 250th Fourth of July. Family friendly. For more information, please call 360-289-3005, or visit www.OSLions.club.
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Fireworks on the Beach
July 4
Enjoy fireworks on the Beach by letting off your own fireworks. Please follow the posted rules and be safe! There is a show at the Quinault Beach Resort/Casino at about 10pm.
Big Top Outdoor Expo
July 4-5
Outdoor and Gun Show. See all sorts of outdoor gear and guns. Free, $6 or $12 for Admission. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail sales@bigtoppromos.com, or visit www.GunShowTrader.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
Grays Harbor Youth Athletics Charity Event
July 11
Promoting Grays Harbor County youth athletics. Free Admission. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail dadaduke@yahoo.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com, or visit www.Facebook.com/GHYouthAthletics.
Hog Wild Ocean Shores ~ Bikers at the Beach
July 24-26
Listen to the roar as Ocean Shores welcomes motorcycles for the weekend. The largest in Western Washington. Stunt riders will be performing. Enjoy live music, vendors, bike shows, and more. For more information, visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
Renewed Antique Show #2
July 31-Aug 2
21st Annual Show. Vendors offer a wide variety of antiques. Admission is $3. Advanced ticket sales at the Visitor Center. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail oseventplanner@gmail.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
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Art Splash Studio Tour
August 8-9
Private home artists studio tours throughout Ocean Shores. For more information, visit www.ArtSplashTour.org.
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AAOS Arts & Crafts Festival
September 4-6
57th Annual event includes 1,000's of unique items are showcased by gifted artists and talented craftspeople in indoor and outdoor booths. One of Western Washington's largest indoor and outdoor arts and crafts fair. Free Admission. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, visit www.AssociatedArts.org.
America's Freedom Tribute Traveling Wall & America 250
September 10-13
Celebrating America's 250th Birthday with the Traveling Wall and a 9/11 Tribute. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, visit www.AmericasFreedomTribute.org/upcoming-tributes.
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Top Tastes of WA State #3
September 19-20
Culinary tastes of the Pacific Northwest with competitions. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail toptastesofwashingtonstate@gmail.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
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North Beach Paws Annual Dinner & Auction
September 26
Support our local North Beach Paws with this dinner and auction at the Convention Center. For more information, visit www.NorthBeachPaws.org.
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Celtic Music Festival
October 20-25
22nd Annual. The largest Irish music festival on the West Coast. Great bands. Hosted by Galway Bay Irish Pub. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, visit www.GalwayBayIrishPub.com, or call 360-289-2300.
Top Tastes of WA State #4
November 7-8
Culinary tastes of the Pacific Northwest with competitions. Held at the Convention Center. For more information, e-mail toptastesofwashingtonstate@gmail.com, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com.
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Winter Fanta-Sea Show
November 27-29
Kick off your Christmas shopping. The Convention Center is filled with over 40 arts and crafts booths and vendors featuring handmade arts and crafts just in time for Christmas. Free Admission. For more information, visit www.TourismOceanShores.com, or call 360-289-4411.
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Ace Buck Electric Tour of Lights
December 16
Tour homes featuring Christmas lights and decorations. Map provided by our local Ace Buck Electric. For more information, visit www.AceHardware.com/store-details/09310.
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New Year's Eve Bash
December 31
Enjoy ringing in the New Year with this bash at the Convention Center. Live music and food. For more information and for tickets, please e-mail NorthBeachIndependentMedia@gmail.com.​​
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** For more information about the Events, please call 360-289-4411, or visit www.TourismOceanShores.com. **
** NOTE: All events listed are subject to change. Please contact the corresponding numbers and/or websites.**



