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Things to do Around Manzanita Oregon Upcoming Events

Heading to the beach and wondering what’s going on around Manzanita and the Northern Coast? Don't worry - there's lots of things to do Oregon Coast style!



Manzanita Beach Life has the Insiders Tips to help make your Manzanita vacation lots of fun.



North Oregon Coast

Welcome to the north Oregon Coast!


Note: During the Coronavirus outbreak on the north coast and the Manzanita Oregon area, we are not updating this list. Check back when things return to a manageable level.


Jump below and you’ll find our regularly updated list of great upcoming Manzanita Events in our wonderful beach community and the surrounding northern Oregon Coast areas - we wouldn’t want you to miss out on the fun.



Who knew there were so many things to do in Manzanita and the rest of our northern Oregon Coast?


While we're located on Manzanita Beach, we also cover things to do in Astoria Oregon, things to do in Seaside Oregon, things to do in Cannon Beach, things to do in Rockaway Beach Oregon, things to do in Tillamook, and things to do in Pacific City Oregon.


We love to explore the northern Oregon Coast!


In the meantime, check out our other suggestions of things to do in Manzanita Oregon!


Best things to do around Manzanita

Check out the Manzanita Current Events Calendar, Below


Surfing At The Northern Oregon Coast

Manzanita Upcoming Events and Northern Oregon Coast


3/23 - 3/30 Spring Break Fun at the Museum, Garibaldi


Join the for Spring Break Fun!  There will be FREE sailor hat decorating, Hidden Object Game with prizes!!  There will be refreshments on the Weekend!  Come have fun rain or shine!  Don't stay bored at home, come visit the gals at the museum!  It does cost $4 for adults and $3 for seniors. Kids 10 years and younger are FREE!


Garibaldi Maritime Museum, 112 Garibaldi Ave.


Check here for more information.


3/27 - 3/31 Spring Whale Watch Week, Manzanita Oregon and 23 other locations 10 am - 1 pm


We love to watch our whales! Whales are visible along Oregon’s shores all year long although some months are better than others.

Whale-watching enthusiasts will head to the Oregon coast beginning next Saturday for Spring Whale Watch Week.

Whale Watching Spoken Here annual volunteers will be at 24 locations spread out on the coast during spring break week, beginning March 23.

Spring watching begins in late March as the grey whales travel north on their way towards Alaska. The first surge swims by around the end of March and we watch the north-bound whales all the way until June.

If you’re in the Manzanita area – the nearby Neahkahnie Mountain Overlooks offer some of the best seats in the house for spotting whales!

For more info on Oregon whales, visit Oregon State Parks Oregon State Parks


3/27 Spring Break Fun for the Kids at Pine Grove Community Center, Manzanita 1:00 pm


Pine Grove Community House has planned three Wednesday afternoons of painting, planting, juggling (yes, we will teach you!), drawing, face painting and making stuff with rocks and beach finds…and more! March 27, April 3 & April 10, 2019 - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM


Check here for tickets.


3/28 History and Hops: Weather Disagreeable, Seaside, 6:00 pm


Join the Seaside Museum and Historical Society for History and Hops: Weather Disagreeable with George Miller.


History & Hops is a series of local history discussions hosted by the Seaside Museum on the last Thursday of each month at Seaside Brewing Co., 861 Broadway.


3/29 - 31 Oregon Ghost Conference, Seaside


The Oregon Ghost Conference is the Northwest’s largest paranormal gathering and convention, attracting visitors from all across the west coast and beyond. You'll find a spooky weekend filled with speakers, courses, tours, parties, and so much more.

Attendees will connect with and learn from some of the top paranormal experts in our area.


Check here for more information.


3/29 Live Music: Billy D, McMenamins Gearhart Hotel, 7 - 10 pm


Check more here: McMenamins Gearhart Hotel. All ages welcome.


3/29 - 3/30 Live Music: Mojo Holler, Rockaway Beach 6 - 9 pm


Mojo Holler weaves threads from mountain ranges to the Mississippi Delta into a tapestry of indie alt-folk music. Mr. Baker channels innate genius through lap steel, slide, and dobro. Missi is a genuine Appalachian "Mountain Mama" whose vocals bring burning intensity to each song. Sand Dollar Restaurant & Lounge, Rockaway Beach.


3/30 Live Music: Redwood Son, San Dune Pub, Manzanita 9 - 12 pm


Redwood Son's "Westicana" EP is an expression of warmth and an honest connection through Song. Track 2 “Y​ou know You”​ falls lightly into familiar classic country western lyrics, but the feel-good Americana Roots sway begs a curiosity that leaves hearts wanting more.


You'll also find a fresh live sound that covers an entire spectrum of music, including; Southern Rock, Funk, Blues and even a dash of authentic Hip-Hop. "Best New Artist" 2010 Portland Music Awards


Spring Break Fun for the Kids at Pine Grove Community Center

4/3 Spring Break Fun for the Kids at Pine Grove Community Center, Manzanita 1:00 pm


Pine Grove Community House has planned three Wednesday afternoons of painting, planting, juggling (yes, we will teach you!), drawing, face painting and making stuff with rocks and beach finds…and more! March 27, April 3 & April 10, 2019 - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM


Check here for tickets.


4/3 Special Local Chefs Dinner - Street 14 Cafe, Astoria, 5:30 - 7:00 pm


Join Street 14 Cafe for their first ever dinner with local chefs Jake Martin and Chris Ross. You may know Jake from his Daphne pop-up dinners in Portland and the Cafe is excited to host a four-course dinner of local ingredients with Jake and Chris. And it's on a weeknight!


Seating is limited with openings every half hour between 5:30 and 7pm.


Menu

  • Warm tart of soft cheese, poached farm egg, spring leaves and flowers

  • Mackerel, new potatoes, buttermilk, dill, onion

  • Roasted chicken thigh, mushroom cream, pickled chard

  • Hazelnut financier, apple brown butter anglaise 

$60, service included.


Book your dinner here.


Live Music: Benny and the Bay City Rockers

4/5 Live Music: Benny and the Bay City Rockers, Bay City, 6:30 - 8:00 pm


Be sure to stop by for an important benefit concert for the Fairview Grange. Donations help directly with restoration, heating, lighting, electrical work.  Enjoy great country and rock music by Benny and the Bay City Rockers. Donations greatly appreciated. Family friendly. No alcohol.


Find out more here.


4/5 - 4/6 Live Music: North Coast Chamber Orchestra and Neah-Kah-Nie High School Choir Concert, Nehalem, Astoria and Cannon Beach


North Coast Chamber Orchestra and Neah-Kah-Nie High School Choir join forces to present two unique concerts. The programs, titled “Spring Voices”, will feature performances by the Neah-Kah-Nie choir alone and alongside the North Coast Chamber Orchestra.


First concert - 7 pm on Friday, April 5th at the NCRD Performing Arts Center, 36155 9th St, Nehalem.


Second concert - 3 pm on Saturday, April 6th at Astoria Elks Lodge Ballroom, 453 11th St. Astoria.