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Ocean Shores Events
2010 Ocean
Shores Event Calendar
- Photo
and Fine Arts Show
Friday,
April 16 - Sunday, April 18, 2010
Artists and photographers from all over the United States
enter this show to win prizes and display their unique
photos and works of art.
- Grays
Harbor County Expo
Thursday,
May 27 - Monday, May 31, 2010
We are pleased to announce the third annual Expo
sponsored by Windermere Real Estate and Levee Lumber.
Featuring Oceans of Fine Arts - Arts & Crafts Show,
Cruisin the Shores - RV Show, Chainsaw Carving, Hotrod
& Classic Car Show and a Home Show! SOMETHING FOR
EVERYONE! Free and Easy Parking - Memorial Day Weekend
2010 plan on joining us!
120 W. Chance A La Mer Ave. Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Tel:
866.HOME.411
- Kite
Challenge
Saturday, June 5 - Sunday, June 6, 2010
Sponsored by "Team Cutting Edge Kites" - 2005 & 2006
World Champions. Free kite flying lessons, stunt
competitions, fun flies, displays and more. Come to the
beach and watch the sky come to life with hundreds of
colorful kites!
- Flag
Day Parade & Dance
Saturday,
June 12 , 2010
A chance to show our patriotic spirit. The parade
features more than 75 entries and a Grand Marshall. End
the day with dancing and raffle drawings. One of the only
Flag Day parades in Western Washington.
120 West Chance A La Mer Ave. NW Ocean Shores, WA 98569
- Sand
and Sawdust Festival
Friday,
June 25 - Sunday, June 27, 2010
Five Star Dealerships Sand and Sawdust Festival welcomes
you to the beach! Master, Intermediate, & Novice
Sand-Sculpting teams compete for over $5,000.00 in cash
prizes. At the Convention Center master woodcarvers from
all over the world compete in this amazing annual
competition. There are vendors, food sales & the live
auctions are held daily on carvings! Families &
children are invited to enter the sand-sculpting
competition or learn sand-sculpting skills at the free
lesson offered Friday AM the Ocean Shoes Convention
Center 120 W. Chance A La Mer Ocean Shores, WA 98569
- Big
Weekend Triathlon & Footfest
Saturday,
July 10 , 2010
The Big Weekend events are scheduled for July 10, 2010
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. Tel: 425.766.8787
- Sun
& Surf Run
Wednesday,
July 21 - Sunday, July 25, 2010
ALL NEW! Wait till you see the great changes we are
making! We understand during these tough economic times
we need a little relief & FUN, so for all who ride,
love motorcycles, or just like to party, we want you to
join us at the beach for a big PARTY! Great fireworks,
bonfire, drumming, concerts, bike show, parade, games,
bike wash, shuttle bus to casino, and even more! Don't
miss this one.... 120 W. Chance A LA Mer Ave. Ocean
Shores, WA 98569
- Ocean
Shores Body & Soul Festival
Saturday,
August 7 - Sunday, August 8, 2010
Explore options for creating a healthier life. Holistic
Lifestyle event offers free seminars with vendors
providing an array of products, books, candles, readings,
teas, jewelry and art!
707 Ocean Shores Blvd. NW Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Tel:
360.289.4098
- Gospel
Music FEST
Saturday, August 14 , 2010
5th Annual Gospel Music Festival presented by Higher
Ground Ministries. "Catch the Wind of the Spirit
and join us as everyone is welcome. Quartet, talent
showcase, endless live performances, door prizes, food
both, talented musicians, lots of music and good ol'
fashioned FUN! Bring the entire family and sing along!
120 W. Chance A La Mer Ave. Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Tel:
360.289.4044 email
- A.A.O.S.
Arts and Crafts Festival
Friday,
September 10 - Sunday, September 12, 2010
An end of summer annual event. Visit one of Western
Washington's largest indoor & outdoor handmade arts
and crafts fair. 1,000's of unique items are showcased by
gifted artists and talented craftspeople. Admission is
free Tel: 360.289.9586
- Paddle
the Shores
Saturday,
September 18 - Sunday, September 19, 2010
North Bay Park, lakes & canals. Attention kayak,
canoe, and rowing enthusiasts. All Skill levels are
welcome! Human-powered boat activities on the lakes and
canals of Ocean Shores. Race, Poker Paddle, picnic,
seminars and the latest in paddling gear at end-of-season
prices. Tel: 360.289.5632 email
- Whale
of a Quilt Show
Friday,
October 1 - Sunday, October 3, 2010
The Sea-Pal Quilters of Ocean Shores, "Whale of a Quilt
Show" offers boutique vendors, handmade quilts,
demonstrations, and quilted items. The show is judged and
prizes are awarded. Free admission, donations welcome.
- Cat
Fanciers' Association Cat Show
Saturday,
October 16 - Sunday, October 17, 2010
A Cat Fanciers Association All Breed Cat Show . See an
incredible variety of cats from the ordinary to the very
unusual! Vendors selling unique pet items as well
Saturday - 10AM to 5PM & Sunday - 9AM to 4PM
120 W. Chance A La Mer Ave. Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Tel:
425.246.2983
- Jazz
at the Beach -Jazz
Festival
Friday, November 5 - Sunday, November 7, 2010
Jazz bands from around the United States and Canada join
together to offer over 65 hours of live jazz at several
venues throughout Ocean Shores. Tel: 360.289.4094
- Winter
Fanta-Sea
Friday,
November 26 - Sunday, November 28, 2010
Over 70 arts and crafts booths feature thousands of
unique handmade items just in time for the holidays!
Bring the kids, Santa will be there to listen to all of
your Christmas wishes.
- North
Beach Singers Christmas Cantata
Friday,
December 10 - Saturday, December 11, 2010
The North Beach Singers present Yuletide favorites to
warm your heart, delight your senses, and welcome the
Holiday Season. Admission is free, canned food donations
appreciated and help support the local food bank.
- Antique
& Collectible Show
Saturday,
February 12 - Sunday, February 13, 2011
The 9th Annual Ocean Shores Antique & Collectible
Show will take place February 13th and 14th, 2010 at the
Ocean Shores Convention Center. Join us along with over
60 vendors for Valentine's Weekend! A huge variety of
antiques and collectables.
Ocean Shores, WA 98569
- Beachcombers
Fun Fair
Friday,
March 4 - Sunday, March 6, 2011
24th 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.
120 West Chance A La Mer Ave. NW Ocean Shores, WA
98569
Things to Do
at Ocean Shores!
- Movie
Theater
Opened in 2000, the Ocean Shores Cinema includes three
theaters showing new films with state-of-the-art DTS
Digital sound, rocking chair seating, in very nice
surroundings. For currently running films and show times,
call 360.289.1234.
- Bumper
Boats & Go-Karts
Not only does Ocean Shores enjoy six miles of wide-open
sandy beaches, but the peninsula offers a myriad of other
activities and attractions as well.
Pacific Paradise, for instance, is home to a wild lagoon
filled with self-powered bumper boats (above) - enough to
keep you smiling for hours. BJ's Family Fun Center also
has bumper boats for your enjoyment!
Go-cart and ATV (all-terrain vehicle) tracks also provide
plenty of heart pounding thrills.
- Freshwater
Boating & Skiing
Did you know that Ocean Shores is home to more than 23
miles of fresh water lakes and canals? The canal system
meanders throughout the Ocean Shores peninsula and is
best viewed by canoe or small boat. You'll see plenty of
wildlife, beautiful canal and lank-front homes, and
scenic vistas. If you bring a boat, the city has two boat
ramps and parking available at both parks.
Duck Lake is incredibly scenic and provides a variety of
activities including some of Washington's best fishing
and water skiing or just exploration of the lake and
canal system.
- Ocean
Shores Marina
Charters are not available from the Ocean Shores marina.
All charters currently operate out of the Westport Marina
but most will pick up passengers at the Ocean Shores
Marina.
- Golfing
at Ocean Shores
The Ocean Shores municipal golf course is a PGA rated
6,152 yard championship course. The course features
multiple tees and is located only two or three minutes
from the Convention Center. Golfers will enjoy the
pro-shop and snack bar. Rental clubs and carts are
available and company tournaments are planned and
organized by resident golf pros. Annual memberships are
open to residents and visitors alike. The recently set
course record of 65 replaces the old record of 66 that
stood for more than 30 years. Can you break it? Open
every day. Call 360.289.3357 for Tee times.
- Miniature
Golf
If miniature golf is more to your liking, you'll love
Pacific Paradise's 36 holes - probably the nicest
miniature golf course in the Northwest. You'll play over
bridges, around waterfalls and fountains and an old-time
seaport village. The grounds are planted with thousands
of beautiful flowers and the course is lit for evening
play. There is also a snack bar and 5,000 square foot
state-of-the-art arcade available as well.
- Swimming
While swimming in the surf is not recommended, there are
plenty of other options available. A Swimming Pool and
Water Slide are Adjacent to The Nautlius, and there are 3
excellent parks with swimming areas around Duck
Lake.
- Horseback
Riding
Beach activities are nearly endless! With more than
six miles of sandy public beaches, Ocean Shores is a
beach lover's dream. Among the activities, you can rent
horses on the beach or can go for trail rides in nearby
wooded areas along the bay. Experience is not necessary.
- Moped,
Bike & Surrey
Rentals
Rental shops in town provide quite the selection of
rental vehicles ranging from mopeds (you only need a
standard driver's license to rent one), to various types
of bikes and surreys. An excellent way to explore the
beach or the town! ATV's are not permitted on Washington
beaches.
- Fishing
at Ocean Shores
The variety of fishing experiences in Ocean Shores is
almost endless! There is surf fishing, jetty fishing,
charters, and excellent fishing throughout Ocean Shores'
lakes and canals.
- Interpretive
Center
The Ocean Shores Environmental Interpretive Center is
a must-see for visitors. It's located next to the marina
at the southern end of the Ocean Shores peninsula across
from the Discovery Inn Motel. The center offers exhibits
and programs focusing on the history, wildlife, and
development of the peninsula, and opens in April and runs
through Labor Day and weekends during the off season. An
enjoyable and educational experience for all ages
including slide presentations, workshops, etc. 1013
Catala Ave. SE in Ocean Shores 360.289.4617
- Sightseeing
With 70 miles of waterfront properties, miles of sandy
beaches, 23 miles of interconnecting fresh water lakes
and canals, numerous parks, Damon Point State Park, and
110 miles of scenic roads throughout the Ocean Shores
peninsula provides for countless hours of exploration and
sightseeing. Some of the most spectacular beaches are
north of Ocean Shores along Highway 109. Explore Ocean
City, Copalis Beach, Pacific Beach and the town of
Taholah on the Quinault Indian Reservation.
- Walk
The Beach
The all-time favorite activity enjoyed by both
visitors and local residents, is simply walking the
beach. Ocean Shores is home to six miles of wide open
public sandy beaches backed by pristine dunes and
environmentally sensitive dune grasses. There's nothing
as relaxing as walking along the beach to the roar of the
Pacific surf and the cry of seagulls overhead. Simply
put, Ocean Shores is the perfect place to rekindle the
spirit and soothe the soul. Enjoy.
- Kite
Flying
Kite flying is probably the most popular activity on
the beaches in Ocean Shores. Some of the state's best
kite shops are located in Ocean Shores and offer all
types of kites, windsocks, beach toys, etc. All kite
shops are open year round and kite flying is not just a
summertime activity!
- Bird
Watching
Ocean Shores is one of the Northwest's premier sites
for bird watching excursions. Damon Point State Park
(also known as Protection Island) is very popular and is
a nesting site for the Snowy Plover. You'll also see
brown pelicans, peregrine falcons, herons, and dozens of
other species.
- Biking
Ocean Shores, with 120 miles of country-like roads,
offers excellent biking with very little elevation change
and with numerous bike trails. There are marked bike
routes, and some of the best and most scenic are on the
bay side of Ocean Shores. With more roads than many large
cities, you'll want to take a map with you.
- Claming
on The Beach
A very popular pastime and a great sport for those
willing to get their arms wet. The reward is a meal of
the Northwest's finest razor clams. Digging is allowed
only during specified clam seasons which are sporadic. A
license is required. Call the Chamber of Commerce
(1-800-76 BEACH) for seasons and license
information.
- Surfing
at Ocean Shores
While surfing on the Washington coast is not for
everyone, it is still a popular activity, particularly at
the southern tip of the Ocean Shores peninsula. Surf
board rentals are available.
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