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New Year Celebrations in Manzanita and the North Oregon Coast

The Best Way to Celebrate New Year's in Manzanita and the Oregon Coast


There's lots to do on the Oregon coast during the holiday season between Christmas and the New Year. Besides the incredible storm watching that brings countless visitors to the coast, you'll find wonderful activities all up and down the Oregon coastline.


While the Coronavirus has dampened some of the activities, there is still a lot of fund to be on had New Years eve Oregon Coast style! However, call these Oregon Coast businesses and activities to find out any last minute changes.


Follow along, and we'll give you the same insider's guide we offer to our guests at our Manzanita Vacation Rentals.


If you're simply looking for a list of restaurants open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, skip on down below to our definitive list of north Oregon Coast and Manzanita spots to eat during New Year's Eve and Day.



Top New Year's Activities on the North Oregon Coast and Manzanita Areas


For regular updated things to do, check out our list of northern Oregon Coast events.


December - January: Storm Watching. Behold the power of nature! It’s free, it's fun, and it's amazing. Check out these favorite places for watching the Pacific's fury. Or stay warm and dry from the comfort of one of our beachfront Manzanita vacation rentals for a front row seat to the fun.



Seaside Holiday Gift Fair. Find the perfect gift at this annual favorite, the Seaside Holiday Gift Fair. It will feature handcrafted and original gifts among scores of vendors in a festive, holiday gathering. Enjoy Santa art using an iconic Seaside image by David Poole and an award for the best costume among the festival attendees. 415 1st Ave., Seaside 503-738-6391


Whale Watch Week. Visit trained “Whale Watching Spoken Here” volunteers at one of the 24 designated sites to learn more about migrating Gray whales.


History & Hops.  Take a trip back in time on the north Oregon coast – all the way back to the days of Lewis & Clark. Retired Park Service ranger Tom Wilson will lead us through the fascinating importance of salt for the Lewis and Clark Expedition. He will recount which Corps members made salt, and describe how they made the salt needed for the Expedition. Wilson will share the history of the current Salt Works site which is a memorial to the expedition’s salt making endeavors.  6:00 pm  at Seaside Brewing Co. 851 Broadway


Free Fishing Weekend! The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife wants to make it easy for anglers to kick off the new year with a free fishing weekend, December 31 - January 1. Fishing, crabbing and clamming in Oregon will be free. What this means is there will be no licenses, tags or endorsements needed on those two days. All other fishing regulations apply.


What's happening this time of year, fishing-wise, on the Oregon Coast? Crabbing on the coast is open, winter steelhead season is ongoing, and you'll find some lower elevation ponds and lakes stocked with trout late this month. So go forth and fish!


Oregon Coast Restaurants Open New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Skip down below to our list of Restaurants Open New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.


New Year’s Eve Celebration at McMenamins. Each year, McMenamins Sand Trap Pub offers a fabulous New Year’s Eve Party. Enjoy dinner and drinks, a toast at midnight, and awesome live music from 9:00 pm - 12:30 am. Live music by Chris Merill in the Livingstone Room. 21 and over. Free admission. Gearhart, Oregon


New Years Parties on the North Oregon Coast. You'll find parties all up and down the coast. Beach connection.net suggests Rick’s Roadhouse Bar & Grill in Rockaway, the San Dune Pub in Manzanita, and Pudgy’s in Seaside.


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Manzanita's Wacko New Year's Eve Midnight Parade. According to beach connection.com, "A little known secret about Manzanita’s New Year’s celebrations is its New Year Parade at midnight, which has been a surreal little local tradition that’s been happening for at least a few years. Generally, people just come out of the local businesses and perform an oddball parade of sorts – proof again of the kooky and creative side to the fun-loving locals. Now, only the San Dune exists in Manzanita, but some may be coming from nearby The Bay Way in Nehalem or Sea Shack in Wheeler. In the past, there was, among other things, a large dragon costume. It’s quite a spectacle. In recent years, the city grudgingly gave it’s okay for the parade, partially on the basis it would happen with or without the permit."


We don't know about the bar crowd, but we've participated, and weather permitting, it's fun!



New Year's Day Polar Plunge. You're find many Polar Plunges up and down the Oregon Coast with the most popular one taking place on Manzanita Beach. We're just crazy enough to jump into bone chilling water to start the New Year off right! Manzanita Polar Plunge. 10:30 am gathering, 11:00 am Plunge Time. Look for the big fire on Neahkahnie Beach just north of the intersection of Reed Road and Nehalem Road.



Also look for a Polar Plunge in nearby Arch Cape - they claim to have doing this for the last 50 years, at the forefront of this movement!


First Day Hikes. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) joins together with America's State Parks in sponsoring First Day Hikes. Start the New Year off right and join an Oregon State Park Ranger or Naturalist on January 1, 2019. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is offering these hikes in eight Oregon State Parks along the coast on New Year's Day. Park rangers or volunteers will lead most of the hikes. Take in the sites and sounds as you walk through coastal habitats, exploring native wildlife and history. Day-use parking fees are waived for all visitors at participating parks on January 1.


First Day Hikes aims to encourage healthy lifestyles by getting families outside to enjoy state parks. Participants should dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes and bring water as well as a camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing. In case of inclement weather, contact the park directly to find out about cancellations. The free Oregon Coast First Day Hikes are from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm unless otherwise noted.


If you're in the Manzanita Beach area, try the Oswald West State Park First Day Hike and help celebrate the Cape Falcon Marien Reserve's Birthday!


Fort Stevens State Park North Coffenbury Lake Parking Lot 503-861-1671

Oswald West State Park, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the north parking lot.

Nehalem Bay State Park, Meeting Hall Parking Lot 503-368-5154


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New Years Eve Oregon Coast

North Oregon Coast Restaurants Open New Year's Eve and New Year's Day


Manzanita Beach Life Note: We regularly check with these restaurants, but sometimes hours are changed. Be sure to call ahead so you're not disappointed.


Manzanita, Nehalem and Wheeler Restaurants Open for New Year's

In Manzanita, Nehalem and Wheeler you’ll find the following Manzanita restaurants open for dining or take out for your Manzanita New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:

  • A Mighty Thai call for availability 503-368-8424

  • Big Wave Cafe: New Year's Eve and Day until 8:00 pm 503-368-9283 - CLOSED

  • El Trio Loco: New Year's Eve until 9:00 pm 503-368-8746

  • MacGregor's Whisky Bar call for details 503-386-2447

  • Manzanita Lighthouse various offerings 503-368-4990

  • Marzano's Pizza Pie take out only 503-368-3663

  • Left Coast Siesta 503-368-7997

  • Neah-kah-nie Bistro is reporting they still have a few openings for New Year's Eve dinner. Visit their website for reservations, or call 503-368-2722

  • Rising Star CafeNew Year's Eve - two seatings 5 and 7 pm. Reservations required. 503-368-3990 - CLOSED

  • San Dune Tavern: New Year's Eve until 2:00 am 503-368-5080

Pacific City Restaurants Open for New Year's


In Pacific City, restaurants are not plentiful but there are following Pacific City restaurants open New Year's Eve:

  • Pelican Pub and Brewing: New Year's Eve and Day- open until 10:00 pm.  503-965-7007

cannon beach fireworks
cannon beach fireworks

Tillamook Restaurants Open for New Year's


With Tillamook restaurants you’ll find the following open New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:

  • Dennys: 24/7, they’re always open! 503-815-8061

  • Chinese Garden: New Year's Eve, depending on business. Call for hours. 503-815-8382

  • Rodeo Steakhouse and Grill: New Year's Eve, closing around 1:00 am. Call for hours. 503-842-8288

Cannon Beach Restaurants Open for New Year's


The following Cannon Beach restaurants are open New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:

  • Bill’s Tavern: New Year's Eve and Day 11:30 am to 10:00 pm. 503-436-2202

  • Cannon Beach Cafe at Cannon Beach Hotel: New Year's Eve 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm. 503-436-1392

  • Castaway'sNew Year's Eve 5:00 to 9:00. Reservations Only. 503-436-4444

  • Ecola Seafoods Restaurant & Market: New Year's Eve 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. 503-436-9130

  • Morris’ Fireside Restaurant: New Year's Eve. Open until 8:00 or 9:00 pm. Call for hours. 503-436-2917

  • Pelican Pub & Brewing: New Year's Eve until 11:00 pm. 503-908-3377

  • Pig ‘n Pancake: New Year's Eve until 3:00 pm. 503-436-2851

  • Pizza al Fetta: New Year's Eve 11:00 am - 8:00 pm. 503-436-0333

  • Stephanie Inn: New Year's Eve. Two seatings, 5:00 pm and 8:30 pm (8:30 seating served "community style"). 855-977-2444

  • Wayfarer Restaurant and Lounge: New Year's Eve. Open until 8:00 pm. Call for reservations. 503-436-1108

oregon coast fireworks
Oregon Coast Fireworks

Seaside Restaurants Open for New Year's


With Seaside restaurants, you’ll find the following ropen New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:

  • Bella Ristorante: New Year's Eve until 8:00 pm. 503-738-6203

  • Dooger’s Seafood & Grill: New Year's Eve 11:00 am - 9:00 pm. 503-738-3773

  • Gray Whale BBQ and Grill: New Year's Eve - open until 9:00 pm.  503-717-5068

  • New Garden Asian Cuisine: New Year's Eve - open until 9:00 pm. 503-738-9639

  • Maggie’s on the Prom: New Year's Eve - open until 8:00 or 9:00 pm. 503-738-6403

  • McKeown’s Restaurant & Bar: New Year's Eve - open until 8:00 pm. 503-738-5232

  • Nonni's Italian Bistro, New Year's Eve and Day - 3 - 9 pm 503-738-4264

  • Pig ‘n Pancake: New Year's Eve - open until 3:00 pm. 503-738-7243

  • Yellow Curry Cozy Thai: Call regarding New Year's Eve hours. 503-739-7272

  • Tora Sushi: Might be open depending on business. Call for hours. 503-738-5226

Gearhart Restaurants Open for New Year's


Gearhart restaurants you’ll find the following open for both New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:

  • McMenamins Sand Trap Restaurant and Pub: New Year's Eve 9:00 am – 12:30 am, New Year's Day 7:00 am – 1:00 pm. At the McMenamins Gearhart location. Serving from their regular menu. 503-717-8150

Astoria New Year's Eve
Astoria New Year's Eve

Astoria Restaurants Open New Year's Eve / New Year's Day


You’ll find the following Astoria restaurants open New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:

  • Astoria Coffeehouse & Bistro: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day until 11:00 pm. 503-325-1787

  • Astoria’s Portway Tavern: New Year's Eve until 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Call for hours. 503-325-2651

  • Baked Alaska: New Year's Eve until 8:00 pm. 503-325-7414

  • Bridgewater Bistro: New Year's Eve until 9:00 pm. Call for reservations. 503-325-6777

  • Buoy 9 Restaurant, Hammond: New Year's Eve until 9:00 pm. 503-861-2962

  • Carruthers: New Year's Eve until 11:00 pm. 503-975-5305

  • Dooger’s Seafood & Grill: New Year's Eve until 3:00 pm. 503-861-2839

  • El Tapatio: New Year's Eve until 8:30 pm. 503-325-1248

  • Fulio’s Pastaria and Steakhouse: New Year's Eve until 10:00 pm. 503-325-9001

  • Pig ‘n Pancake: New Year's Eve until 3:00 pm. 503-325-3144

  • Rogue Ales Public House: New Year's Eve until 9:00 pm. 503-468-0923

  • T Paul’s Supper Club and Urban Cafe: New Year's Eve until 10:00 pm. 503-325-2545

  • Silver Salmon Grille: New Year's Eve until 8:00 pm. 503-338-6640

  • Street 14 Cafe: New Year's Eve until 4:00 pm. 503-325-5511

  • Tora Sushi: Might be open depending on business. Call for hours. 503-325-2586


Looking for more fun when visiting the Oregon Coast for New Year's celebrations?


Our favorite place to spend New Year's is the Oregon Coast


We hope our New Year's round up has helped with ideas of great spots to spend your New Year's. It's such a spectacular place to ring in the new year and start afresh!

Where's your favorite spot to spend New Year's?


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