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Dory Days

Dory Days is an annual celebration of the dory fishing tradition unique to Pacific City, Oregon. In 2026, the festival honors the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with the theme Long May She Wave. A designated Oregon Traditional Heritage Event, the weekend features the Dory Days Parade, live music, family activities, a classic fish fry and dory boat displays, bringing the community together by the sea.

Time

July 17-19, 2026

Location

Kiawanda Community Center 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr, Pacific City, OR 97135

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Calendar of Events

  • 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

  • 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.

    Date: March 13 - 19, 2026

    Time: 1:00 pm - 12:00 am

    Location: The Barn Community Playhouse

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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