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A tail fluke of a Gray Whale in the Monterey Bay.

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.

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  • A whale tail emerging from the pacific ocean
  • A whale in the ocean with water blowing out of its spout
  • A tail fluke of a Gray Whale in the Monterey Bay.

Calendar of Events

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Jul04

    Clover'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.

    Time: Saturday, July 4, 2026

    Location: Cloverdale