Events
March
Garden Isle Artisan Fair
Over 40 Artisans from Kauai showcasing as array of handcrafted products from Kauai & Polynesia!
Address: Poipu Beach Phone: 808-245-9021 Website: KauaiFestivals.com
Beachcombing
Many treasures drift up on the beaches for beachcombers to collect. Items fall from cargo ships during storms at sea. If you are really lucky, glass floats still occasionally drift over from Japan.
Address: Beachs, Westport, WA Website: WestportWA.com
Storm Watching
The costal beaches are regularly pounded by winter storms, with waves reaching over 15 feet tall. Heavy surf is dangerous, do not go near the surf in storm conditions.
Address: Beaches, Westport, Washington
April
Beachcombing
Many treasures drift up on the beaches for beachcombers to collect. Items fall from cargo ships during storms at sea. If you are really lucky, glass floats still occasionally drift over from Japan.
Address: Beachs, Westport, WA Website: WestportWA.com
World Class Crab Races
This annual event is held inside a giant tent in the marina area. Participants race live crabs to the finish line for prizes. A crab feed compliments the day's activities.
Address: Large Tent at the Marina, Wespot, Washington Phone: 360 268 9422 Website: WestportWA.com
Dates: April 18th and 19th
Grays Harbor Shorebird Festival
Each spring millions of shorebirds stop to rest in Grays Harbor on their way from Argentina to Alaska. This concentration of birds offers people a great chance to view a number of shorebird species.
Address: P.O. Box 470 Montesano, WA 98563 Phone: 800 303 8498 Website: ShorebirdFestival.com
Dates: April 24th to 26th
Merrie Monarch Hula Festival Every April
It is the Oympics of Hula. The Big Island's Merrie Monarch Festival happens every April with attendees and contestants from around the world. Hula is big everywhere but this is the mother giant.
Address: 101 Aupuni Street, Suite 1014-A1 Hilo, HI 96720 Phone: (808) 935-9168 Fax: (808) 969-3058. Email: Website: MerrieMonarch.org
May
Beachcombing
Many treasures drift up on the beaches for beachcombers to collect. Items fall from cargo ships during storms at sea. If you are really lucky, glass floats still occasionally drift over from Japan.
Address: Beachs, Westport, WA Website: WestportWA.com
Clean Water Classic
A major fundraising event for local chapters of the Surfrider Foundation that spans from Oregon to Canada, this surf contest attracts over 150 riders and is the only Pro/Am contest held in the region.
Address: Westhaven State Park Westport, Washington Phone: 503 805 9668 Email: Website: CleanWaterClassic.com
Westport Blessing of the Fleet
This longstanding annual event includes a parade, blessing and Coast Guard rescue demonstration. Sponsored by the Westport Chamber of Commerce.
Phone: 360 268 9422
Dates: May 24th
Price: Free
Kauai Polynesian Festival
Tahitian, Maoir, samoan and Hawaiian Entertainment, arts anc crafts, solo and group dance competitions, food booths all day. Attendance fees vary.
Address: soccer field next to Vidinha Stadium on Kapule Highway (Lihu`e). Phone: (808) 335-6466 Website: KauaiPolynesianFestival.org
June
Beachcombing
Many treasures drift up on the beaches for beachcombers to collect. Items fall from cargo ships during storms at sea. If you are really lucky, glass floats still occasionally drift over from Japan.
Address: Beachs, Westport, WA Website: WestportWA.com
July
Beachcombing
Many treasures drift up on the beaches for beachcombers to collect. Items fall from cargo ships during storms at sea. If you are really lucky, glass floats still occasionally drift over from Japan.
Address: Beachs, Westport, WA Website: WestportWA.com
Fourth of July Booming Bay Fireworks
Magnificent fireworks display over the bay to celebrate our country's independence. The show starts at dusk and gets bigger and better every year. Sponsored by the Westport Fire Department.
Address: the Marina at Westport Washington Phone: 360 268 9422
North Cove Sandcastle Contest
Contest begins early after Independence Day but the artwork certainly makes up for it. Different categories for kids, adults, amateurs and professionals. The first few winners even get cash prizes!
Address: Warrenton Cannery Road Beach Tokeland, Washington Phone: 360 267 7111
Windriders Kite Festival
Kite flying competition, demonstrations, games and auction. A sanctioned international event draws hundreds of participants.
Phone: 360 267 2003
Eastside Street Rods Show & Shine
This car lover’s cruise features Street Rods before 1949. The weekend includes the Poker Run to Raymond, the Show and Shine slated at the Westport Maritime Museum.
Address: 2201 Westhaven Drive Wesport, Washington Phone: 206 747 1071 Website: WestportWA.com
Dates: July 17th and 18th
Kauai Music Festival
Best songwriters network with producers and publishers, in forums, workshops, panel discussions and entertainment. At the Hyatt Regency Kauai.
Address: Kauai Hyatt Regency Website: kauaimusicfestival.com
August
Beachcombing
Many treasures drift up on the beaches for beachcombers to collect. Items fall from cargo ships during storms at sea. If you are really lucky, glass floats still occasionally drift over from Japan.
Address: Beachs, Westport, WA Website: WestportWA.com
Run 4 the Light
The Washington Lighthouse Association is host for this 5-mile Fun Run/Walk in the beautiful coastal town of Westport. The USATF-certified, scenic course is flat and fast.
Address: 2201 Westhaven Drive Westport, WA 98595-1074 Phone: 253 982 4874 Email: Website: Run4theLight.com
Dates: August 8th
Hours: Starts at 8:30am
