Whale Watching at Cape Kiwanda

Each spring, more than 20,000 gray whales pass by the Oregon Coast on their annual migration north from Baja Mexico to Alaska. With your binoculars, you can see them from Pacific City Beach or atop Cape Kiwanda Dune. Oregon State Parks hosts whale watching week during prime spring migration in March.

Time

March 21-29, 2026 | All Day

Location

Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking, 33180 Cape Kiwanda Dr, Pacific City, OR 97135

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Calendar of Events

Feb25
Coastal Chords & Corks: Ben Rice
Fearless, soulful blues and roots grooves by Ben Rice ignite an energetic evening of live music.

Time: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

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Feb28
Three Capes Marathon Relay
Take on the Oregon Coast with a breathtaking 26.2-mile marathon relay from Tillamook to Pacific City.

Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Cape Meares Lake

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Mar04
Coastal Chords & Corks: Tevis Hodge Jr.
Settle in for coastal flavors and the music of Tevis Hodge Jr., whose blend of blues, jazz, folk and old-time tunes creates the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening.

Time: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Apr25
Hart's Camp Spring Festival
A free, family-friendly coastal weekend featuring live music curated by ZuhG Life Presents, local food trucks, craft beer and a local artisan marketplace.

Time: Saturday, April 25, 2026 – Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 10:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Hart's Camp

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Jun06
Blessing of the Dory Fleet
A meaningful Pacific City tradition honoring dorymen and blessing the fleet for the coming season.

Time: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

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Jun06
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, June 6, 2026 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Pacific City Beach

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