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A whale tail emerging from the dark blue water near Inn at Cape Kiwanda

Winter Whale Watching at Cape Kiwanda

Each winter, more than 20,000 gray whales pass by the Oregon Coast on their annual migration south from Alaska to Baja Mexico. You can see them while standing on Pacific City Beach or atop Cape Kiwanda Dune. Oregon State Parks hosts whale watching week during prime winter migration, December 27-31, 2025.

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  • A whale tail emerging from the water near Inn at Cape Kiwanda
  • Water being blown out a whales blowhole
  • A whale tail emerging from the dark blue water near Inn at Cape Kiwanda

Calendar of Events

  • Mike Coykendall
    Mar11

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Mike Coykendall

    Veteran indie-folk songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mike Coykendall performs rich, roots-infused originals with his signature solo style.

    Time: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Audience members are clapping in a dimly lit theater, conveying appreciation and excitement. The focus is on their hands, with a blurred background.
    Mar13

    Barbecuing Hamlet

    A small-town theater’s attempt at Hamlet goes gloriously off the rails in this laugh-out-loud comedy performance just a half hour from Pacific City.

    Dates: March 13 - 19, 2026

    Time: 1:00 pm - 11:59 pm

    Location: The Barn Community Playhouse

  • Gayle Ritt
    Mar18

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Gayle Ritt 

    Beloved Pacific Northwest singer-songwriter Gayle Ritt blends folk, rock, jazz and pop with expressive vocals.

    Time: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • A whale tail emerging from the water near Inn at Cape Kiwanda
    Mar21

    Whale Watching at Cape Kiwanda

    Each spring, thousands of gray whales migrate past the Oregon Coast, visible from Pacific City Beach and Cape Kiwanda.

    Time: March 21-29, 2026 | All Day

    Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

  • Meridian Restaurant By The Ocean In Oregon
    Mar25

    Coastal Chords & Corks: AG Donnaloia

    Settle in for an evening with A.G. Donnaloia, whose smooth guitar stylings bring laid-back elegance to the night.

    Time: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Pianist At Meridian
    Apr01

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Dave Fleschner

    Enjoy live music with Dave Fleschner, whose blend of blues, gospel, soul and jazz creates the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening.

    Time: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Haystack Rock In Oregon
    Apr04

    Community Beach Cleanup

    Lend a hand at a Headlands-hosted beach cleanup to reduce litter, protect marine life and care for our coast.

    Time: Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Location: Pacific City Beach

  • Meridian Bar And Dining
    Apr08

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Kris Stuart

    Experience an evening with Kris Stuart, a singer and traveling troubadour whose west-wandering guitar work brings an easy warmth to the night.

    Time: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Salmon Dinner
    Apr15

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Lynn Conover

    Savor an evening with Lynn Conover, a singer and songwriter whose heartfelt vocals and guitar work bring an intimate warmth to the night.

    Time: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Pati Rojas In A Field
    Apr22

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Pati Rojas

    Soulful Americana from Pati Rojas blends blues, country, folk, gospel and rock with powerful, heartfelt vocals.

    Time: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar