Local Attractions

Ocean Shores located on Washington’s Central Coast, is full of activities to entertain you and your family. Visit the shops, rent mopeds to ride around town or on the beach, fly kites, play miniature golf or enjoy the indoor water park. The Polynesian Resort is also close to golf, nature hikes, historical and cultural centers and much more. There are miles of beaches for romantic walks or building sand castles. Clamming is a favorite activity among many who visit Ocean Shores and stay at The Polynesian Resort.

You can go Whale Watching March through May. The Westport Ferry, North Jetty or whale watching cruises are great spots to catch a glimpse of the Gray Whales as they are migrating along the Pacific coastline.

Go beachcombing for Russian bottles containing messages, Japanese glass floats from Fall through Spring, or search for shells, sand dollars and agates year round on our pristine beach.

Damon Point State Park is a great place to see migratory species and other birdlife

Calendar of Events

Clam Dig
January
Call 1-800-76-BEACH for details.

Antique & Collectible Show
February
The Annual Ocean Shores Antique & Collectible Show will take place at the Ocean Shores Convention Center.

Beachcombers Fun Fair
March
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.

Razor Clam Festival
March
Hurray for the (tasty) Razor Clam! There will be food, vendor booths, music and even a chowder cook-off! A great family event!

Photo and Fine Arts Show
April
Artists and photographers from all over the United States enter this show to win prizes and display their unique photos and works of art.

Country Music Jam
May
Open jam sessions and a Saturday night dinner dance hosted by North Beach's own Bob & Karen Anderson. This is an old-time jam and people of all playing levels are welcome. The goal is to provide a venue for visitors and local residents to learn about and enjoy country music and for country musicians to get a fix between their usual music-filled weekends. For more information call 1-360.289.5632.

Kite Challenge
June
Sponsored by "Team Cutting Edge Kites" - 2005 & 2006 World Champions. Free kite flying lessons, stunt competitions, fun flies, displays and more.

Flag Day Parade & Dance
June
A chance to show our patriotic spirit. The parade features more than 50 entries and a Grand Marshall. End the day with dancing and raffle drawings from 7PM to 11PM at the Convention Center. One of the only Flag Day parades in Western Washington.

Sand and Sawdust Festival
June
Come to the beach to watch Master, Intermediate, and Novice Sand Sculpting teams compete for over $5,000.00 in cash prizes. While master woodcarvers from all over the world come to compete in this annual competition. Auctions held daily. Families & kids welcome to enter the sand sculpting competition. Free sand-sculpting lessons on Friday.

Independence Day Picnic & Fire O'er the Water
July
The business community of Ocean Shores is sponsoring the annual Ocean Shores Independence Day Picnic at North Bay Park. Picnic Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free!! Come celebrate the birth of our nation. Bring a blanket and your picnic basket or take advantage of the many food vendors that will be on hand. There will be something fun for all ages at this gala event.

Big Weekend Triathlon & Footfest
July
The Big Weekend events are scheduled 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.

Sun & Surf Run
July
Over 2,000 motorcycles at the Convention Center. Enjoy bonfire, fireworks, motorcycle parades, stunt riders and vendors. For more information go to www.sunandsurfevent.com .

Arts & Crafts Festival
September
Annual event includes over 120 indoor and outdoor booths featuring thousands of handcrafted items by gifted artists and talented craftspeople. For more information go to www.associatedarts.org.

Paddle the Shores
September
Paddle activities on the lakes and canals of Ocean Shores. A race, a Poker Paddle, seminars, boat try-outs, boating gear and a picnic on Sunday. For more information call 1-360-289-5632 or go to www.oceanshoresact.com.

Whale of a Quilt Show
October
Sea-Pals Quilters show offers vendors, handmade quilts, demonstrations and quilted items. The show is judged and prizes awarded.

Winter Fanta-Sea Craft Show
November
Over 70 arts and crafts booths feature thousands of unique handmade items just in time for the holidays!

North Beach Singers Christmas Cantata
December
The North Beach Singers present Yuletide favorites to bring in the holiday season.

Write On the Beach
January 2009
Annual Write On the Beach Conference is proud to announce Aaron Elkins as their keynote speaker. Seminars and discussions offered at the Shilo Inn.