

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.
Calendar of Events
May13Coastal Chords & Corks: Mike Coykendall
Veteran indie-folk songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mike Coykendall performs rich, roots-infused originals with his signature solo style.
Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar
May20Coastal 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, May 20, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar
May27Coastal Chords & Corks: John Nilsen
Immerse yourself in an evening with John Nilsen, whose expressive melodic piano brings a refined uplifting energy to the night.
Date: Wednesday, May 27
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar
May29The Miracle Worker
The unforgettable true story of Helen Keller and the teacher who helped her discover the world through language. Live performance just a half hour from Pacific City.
Date: May 29 - June 14, 2026
Time: All Day
Location: The Barn Community Playhouse
Jun06Community Beach Cleanup
Lend a hand at a Headlands-hosted beach cleanup to reduce litter, protect marine life and care for our coast.
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Pacific City Beach
Jun06Blessing of the Dory Fleet
A meaningful Pacific City tradition honoring dorymen and blessing the fleet for the coming season.
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking
Jul04Clover's Day Celebration
An annual community celebration with a parade featuring Clover the Cow, local vendors and family fun, just a few minutes from Pacific City.
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Time: All Day
Location: Cloverdale
Jul04Neskowin Fireworks
Enjoy a community-run fireworks celebration on the beach, just a 20-minute drive from Pacific City.
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Time: 10:00 pm - 10:20 pm
Location: Neskowin Beach State Recreation Site
Jul17Dory Days
An annual celebration of the dory fishing tradition unique to Pacific City, Oregon.
Date: July 17-19, 2026
Time: All Day
Location: Kiawanda Community Center
Aug01Community Beach Cleanup
Lend a hand at a Headlands-hosted beach cleanup to reduce litter, protect marine life and care for our coast.
Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

