STATUS OF SEASIDE, ASTORIA, CANNON BEACH EVENTS. There is good news in that many are beginning to pop up again, but it is sometimes sparse. Keep an eye on the changing news stories below where others may be added.

Astoria Dining Pass Gives Exclusive Menu Items for April on N. Oregon Coast
From April 1 through April 30, use your cellphone to check in.

ONGOING: North Coast Food Trail Expands to Edge of NW Oregon Some 100 or more miles of foodstuffs, drinks and culinary-themed adventures in Pacific City, Tillamook, Rockaway Beach, Manzanita, Cannon Beach, Seaside, Astoria

Every Day: Seaside Aquarium. Open every day of the week. Feed seals, see all manner of sea life. Seaside Aquarium. Seaside, Oregon. www.seasideaquarium.com 503-738-6211.

Every First Saturday. Seaside’s Treasure the Beach Cleanup. This volunteer effort, coordinated by multiple agencies in the area, offers visitors the chance to give back to Seaside’s greatest attraction, its beautiful beach. Starting at 9 a.m. Meet at Seaside Turnaround. Register at solve.org.

Every Third Sunday, September through May. In Their Footsteps Speaker Series. 1 p.m. Visitor Center Netul River Room. Lewis and Clark National Historical Park. Fort Clatsop. 92343 Fort Clatsop Road. Astoria, Oregon. www.nps.gov/lewi

Every Wednesday Starting June 15. Seaside Farmers Market. With vendors offering a wide variety of fresh produce, pasture-raised meat, organic cheeses and hand-crafted artisan food and products. Bring your family, friends and appetite. Featuring live music weekly. 2 p.m. The market will take place in the parking lot at the Sunset Recreation Center (1120 Broadway), formerly Broadway Middle School. Seaside, Oregon. (503) 738-3311.

Every First Saturday. First Saturday Art Walk. A free event that takes place between Holladay Drive and Broadway Street in the Historic Gilbert District of downtown Seaside. 5 – 7 p.m. Seaside, Oregon. https://fairweatherhouseandgallery.com/

Every Second Saturday. 2nd Saturday Art Walk. Check out downtown Astoria for this monthly tour of art, festivities, refreshments, entertainment and more. 5 p.m. Astoria, Oregon. http://astoriadowntown.com/

Every Friday, Saturday and Monday. Menagerie Gift Shop Spring Maker's Market. 22 vendors from the Pacific Northwest celebrating spring and showing their creations. Take your photo with a gnome, plant seeds in egg cartons, make a paper plate mushroom at the activity table and hear the ukulele strolling through the market. Free. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pier 39 at 100 39th Street. Astoria, Oregon. https://menagerieonpier39.com/.

See here for Seaside live music listings (some Astoria and Cannon Beach as well)

April 13. World of Haystack Rock Library Lecture Series 2022: “Tackling Marine Debris with Citizen Science: NOAA’s Marine Debris Monitoring and Assessment Project in Oregon.” Virtual event. Hillary Burgess, Monitoring Coordinator for NOAA’s Marine Debris Program, and Jesse Jones, volunteer coordinator for CoastWatch. This program will describe how shoreline marine debris monitoring can be used to address the shoreline pollution problem. Learn how to get involved in NOAA’s Marine Debris Monitoring and Assessment Project through CoastWatch. View this discussion on Facebook Live, https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfHaystackRock. For alternate viewing options, contact fohrap@gmail.com. Cannon Beach, Oregon.

April 16. Seaside Annual Egg Hunt. Fun event for kids 0-6 on Broadway Field. The Easter Bunny will be available throughout the event for photo opportunities. 10 a.m. Broadway Park. 1300 Broadway St. Seaside, Oregon. http://www.sunsetempire.com/.

April 16. NW Authors Series Presents: Omar El Akkad (Virtual Program). Award-winning author and journalist Omar El Akkad. Join us as he discusses his writing craft and provides insights into his bestselling novels “American War” and most recently “What Strange Paradise.” His works have been hailed as riveting and impassioned. He has also been praised for his compelling character development and thought-provoking story lines. 2 p.m. Canon Beach, Oregon. www.facebook.com/cannonbeachlibrary/.

April 22 to 24. Astoria Warrenton Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival. A massive celebration of coastal cuisine, arts and crafts, wine tasting and more. It has returned in-person. Friday 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Astoria, Oregon. See http://www.astoriacrabfest.com for current ticket prices.

April 23. SOLVE Beach Clean Up. Various spots in Warrenton, Seaside, Cannon Beach and north Oregon coast. This beach cleanup is family-friendly, and volunteers of all ages will find the event fun and rewarding. Remember ocean shores can be dangerous. Avoid logs in the water. Keep your distance from marine mammals, and never turn your back on the ocean! If you find any hazardous material, please alert your Beach Captain. And remember, it’s more fun to work as part of a team. Bring a buddy, stay safe and have fun. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. See solveoregon.org for exact locations.

April 28. Nature Matters. A lively conversation about the intersection of nature and culture, takes place on the fourth Thursday of each month from October through May. 6 p.m. Fort George Brewery + Public House. Astoria, Oregon. (503) 861-2471. www.nps.gov/lewi

April 29. Paint & Sip with Dawnings Art. $35 plus 2 drink minimum. 5p.m. The Vineside Wine Bar. 100 39th Street. Astoria, Oregon. http://www.thevineside.com.

May 6 - May 8. Spring Unveiling Arts Festival. galleries will welcome some of their most popular artists as guests in the galleries during the weekend or will curate special exhibitions of their latest works. During the 2022 event, visit 5 of the 10 participating galleries to be eligible to win one of five $50-100 gift certificates to be redeemed at the gallery of your choice. Cannon Beach, Oregon. cbgallerygroup.com/

May 7. Pouring at the Coast. Designed to engage the beer fan and offers a unique opportunity to talk with professionals while enjoying craft beer from across the state and beyond. This is must-attend event for beer fans and brewers alike. 3 p.m. Seaside Civic and Convention Center. 415 1st Ave. Seaside, Oregon. 503-738-8585. https://pouringatthecoast.com/

May 14. SDDA 2022 Spring Wine Walk. tastings from 20 Oregon Wineries and get acquainted with the wonderful downtown businesses as they provide complimentary appetizers for you to enjoy during the evening. For a small price, you can receive a commemorative event wine glass, an ID bracelet and a Wine Walk Map. ID, Glasses & wristbands can be picked up at any of 2 registration locations: Carousel Mall, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Seaside. $20 Cash only, no presales. Wineries will charge a nominal fee for tastings. Cash only day of event. 3 p.m. Seaside, Oregon. 503-717-1914. https://www.seasidedowntown.com/spring-wine-walk

May 19. Nature Matters. A lively conversation about the intersection of nature and culture, takes place on the fourth Thursday of each month from October through May. 6 p.m. Fort George Brewery + Public House. Astoria, Oregon. (503) 861-2471. www.nps.gov/lewi

May 20. Cannon Beach Fat Bike Festival. Includes beach bike ride, a self-guided ride on the Klootchy Creek Trails, a “Community Scavenger Hunt” around town to discover hidden treasures and tasty treats, bonfire with Fat Bike games and activities to finish off the day. 13-mile beach bike ride to Hug Point and the scenic waterfall during low tide. Registration https://cannonbeachchamber.eventsmart.com/?p=642. Cannon Beach, Oregon. (541) 270-7969.

June 7. Goonies Day. Currently unclear if any celebration will occur. But since it is not on a five-year mark of the anniversary whatever happens will not be big. Astoria, Oregon. Keep an eye on http://www.thegoondocks.org/.

June 10 . Sandcastle Weekend - Bonfire, Music & Smores. Cannon Beach, Oregon. More details at cannonbeach.org as they become known.

July 4. Fourth of July Fireworks, Astoria. They are back this year but so far no clear updates. Astoria, Oregon. Travelastoria.com.

July 4. 4th of July Fireworks Celebration. Fireworks are not allowed in the “Free Zone,” which is north and south of the Turnaround, inside the orange fencing. Only fireworks legal in Oregon will be allowed in Seaside city limits and on Seaside beaches. Beach fires are permitted 50 feet from dune grasses, with a fire and pit no more than 3 feet deep, 3 feet wide, and 3 feet high (flames). No pallets or accelerants are allowed. For the safety of emergency crews and beach-goers, please extinguish fires completely and fill pits back in. It is recommended that visitors find parking on the east side of the Necanicum river, in order to avoid a 60 to 90-minute exit time after the show. Please only park in legally designated parking areas and avoid private property. 10 p.m. Seaside, Oregon. Link to website. 503-738-6391.

July 29 – 30. Chalk Art Contest. Originally introduced in celebration of the Prom Centennial in 2021, hosted by The Sunset Empire Park & Rec on the Seaside Promenade. This event is open to artists of all ages and skill levels. Chalk Art on Friday, July 29 from 6-8pm at the Sunset Recreation Center. hen, on Saturday, July 30, artists will create art on the Seaside Promenade near Turnaround, with judging and an awards ceremony with prizes to follow. Seaside, Oregon. (503) 738-3311 http://www.sunsetempire.com/.

August 27. Hood to Coast Relay Finish Line at Seaside. Race is almost 200 miles long, ending in Seaside. Thousands pour into town over the weekend. Seaside, Oregon. https://hoodtocoast.com/htc-ptc/ 503-292-4626.

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