Tillamook and Three Capes Calendar
including Pacific City, Netarts, Bay City & Garibaldi
May 19
Reach the Beach
Reach the Beach is the signature fundraising event for the American Lung Association in Oregon. The ride starts from four different locations: Portland (100 mi), Newberg (80 mi), Amity (55 mi) or Grand Ronde (28 mi). The finish line is at the beach at Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City. Four Start Locations.
(503) 459-4508 [more info]
May 20
Concert: The Harry James Orchestra
Trumpet legend Harry James and his orchestra were a signature sound of the 1940s. The group, now led by trumpeter Fred Radke, will perform show tunes, standards, love songs and classics. Harry James music from the gold age of swing. 3pm Don Whitney Auditorium, 2605 12th St
(503) 842-2078
May 26-27
Tillamook County Tidal Treasures Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival
Vendors, Catering by Katie, demonstrations by local artisans.
Quilts and a many other beautiful fiber arts on display. Featured speaker – William Volckening. 10am–4pm Admission $5 Tillamook County Fairgrounds
(503) 842-8622
May 27
Garibaldi Lion's Fish Fry
Adults are $10 and kids 10 yrs and younger are $5. Noon-5pm. Old Mill Marina, 210 Third St.
(503) 322-0322
June 1-2
Bounty on the Bay
Fishing, kayaking and a dinner. Garibaldi
(503) 322-2222
June 23-24
Tillamook County Rodeo
BBQs, dancing and, of course, an awesome rodeo Tillamook County Fairgrounds
(503) 930-7656
June 23
June Dairy Parade
A celebration of the county's dairy industry and heritage, 11am. Downtown Tillamook
(503) 930-7656 [more info]
June 29-30
Old Mill Summer Bazaar
Craft booths. 10am to 5pm. Admission is free. Old Mill Marina, 210 Third St.
(503) 322-0233
July 21-22
53rd Annual Dory Days Festival
The modern Dory Fleet of today has evolved from boats that went to sea from Cape Kiwanda more than 100 years ago. There's no other marine fishery exactly like this anywhere in the world. Pacific City celebrates this rich history with a parade, marine fair and fish fry at Cape Kiwanda and an Artisan Fair in the downtown area. Pacific City and Cape Kiwanda
(503) 965-7779
July 27-29
Garibaldi Days
Enjoy all the events, vendors, beer gardens and parade at the Garibaldi Days. Downtown Garibaldi
(503) 322-0322
July 28
Garibaldi Days Dance
After the kids have enjoy the parade and their fun, come out to the Garibaldi Days Dance at the Old Mill Marina beginning at 7pm. Admission is free. Old Mill Marina, 210 Third St.
(503) 322-0322
August 3-5
21st Anniversary North American Jew's Harp Festival
An opportunity to listen and play a wide variety of music from around the world as well as be introduced to a variety of musical instruments. Bay City Arts Center
August 8-11
Tillamook County Fair
In 2012 the Tillamook County Fair was chosen by USA Today as one of the top ten Blue Ribbon Fairs in the nation. This is quite an honor and the Fair Board has made plans for this year's 2012 Tillamook county Fair to be even better. Open 10am to 10pm daily. Admission $10 per day. Tillamook County Fairgrounds
(503) 842-2272
August 11-12
Return from the Burn
Return from the Burn commemorates the recovery and largest reforestation effort ever undertaken of the Tillamook State Forest after a series of catastrophic wildfires. This free event features special guests and activities to help tell the story of the forest and there will also be special appearances by Smokey Bear. Starting at 10:30am both days.
Tillamook Forest Center
(503) 815-6800
August 18
Tillamook Bay Run
The Tillamook Bay Run offers runners a competitive 10k Trail Run or a 5K Trail Run-Walk. The Bay Run is held at the Bay ocean Spit, 3 miles West of Tillamook, Oregon on the Tillamook Bay and the beautiful Pacific Ocean. 8am Bay Ocean Spit
[more info]
August 25
Oregon Tuna Classic
Several tournaments happen along the Oregon/Washington coast with teams of 4 anglers competing to bring in the 5 biggest tuna in aggregate weight. The resulting catch is donated to the area's food banks. Prizes are offered for the top three teams. Old Mill Marina, 210 Third St.
(503) 322-0322
September 22
SOLVe Oregon Fall Beach Cleanup
Statewide volunteer beach cleanup from 10-1pm. Join Oregonians from across the state to celebrate nearly three decades of twice-yearly beach cleanups along the entire Oregon coastline. This effort benefits people and wildlife alike, supporting clean seas and healthy communities for present and future generations. Volunteer Beach Captains will be stationed at a registration site near your favorite beach with free bags, gloves and safety information. Oregon Beaches
(800) 333-7658 [more info]