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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.

Date

December 27-31, 2025

Time

Location

Pacific City Beach

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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

  • Live band performing at the Inn at Cape Kiwanda on the Oregon Coast, with two musicians playing guitar and singing during an evening concert in Pacific City
    Nov04

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Johnny Franco and His Real Brother Dom

    A Portland-based Brazilian duo brings playful energy, vintage rock and indie charm to an evening of coastal dining and thoughtful pours.

    Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • AG Donnaloia
    Nov11

    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.

    Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Brooklyn Del & the Revelators pose with guitars and a bass drum, playing live near the Inn at Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, OR
    Nov18

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Brooklyn Del

    This Oregon-based singer-songwriter blends Americana, classic country and desert rock with evocative lyrics and a distinctive, roots-inspired sound.

    Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • King tide waves crashing against sandstone cliffs at Cape Kiwanda near the Inn at Cape Kiwanda, Pacific City, Oregon Coast
    Nov23

    Oregon's King Tides

    Plan your trip to Pacific City to coincide with the magnificent King Tides, the highest tides of the season

    Date: November 23-27, 2026 December 22-26, 2026 January 20-24, 2027

    Time: All Day

    Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

  • Lady Playing Guitar At Meridian
    Nov25

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Acoustic Minds

    Soulful vocals and bass-driven, genre-blending live music by Acoustic Minds set the tone for an unforgettable evening.

    Date: Wednesday, November 25, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Dining At Meridian
    Nov26

    Thanksgiving Dinner at Meridian Restaurant & Bar

    Savor a Thanksgiving menu with seasonal flavors and ocean views.

    Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026

    Time: 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Pelican Brewing glows at sunset beside Cape Kiwanda’s Haystack Rock, steps from the Inn at Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, OR
    Nov26

    Thanksgiving Dinner at Pelican Brewing

    Enjoy a coastal Thanksgiving at Pelican Brewing featuring a special Sea N’ Red brined smoked turkey, classic sides and pumpkin spice cake.

    Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026

    Time: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Pelican Brewing Company

  • Oregon Beach
    Dec05

    Community Beach Cleanup

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

    Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

  • A whale tail emerging from the water near Inn at Cape Kiwanda
    Mar20

    Whale Watching at Cape Kiwanda

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

    Date: March 20-28, 2027

    Time: All Day

    Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking