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Oregon Coast New Year's Eve Celebrations: from Classy to Quirky |
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Covering 180 miles of Oregon coast travel: Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem, Wheeler, Rockaway, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Waldport, Yachats & Florence.
12/16/07
Secrets of the Season |
Oregon Coast New Year's Eve Celebrations: from Classy to Quirky
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| Holiday frivolity on the coast |
(Oregon Coast) – It’s the pinnacle of holiday frivolity on the coast, and a holiday that rivals that of any other around the entire world. In this country, it eclipses even Halloween and comes close to bumping the Fourth of July in its bid for rager of the year.
On the Oregon coast, however, New Year’s Eve means a special kind of spirit of fun, one that’s joyfully skewed in some instances. It’s a time when the more colorful locals erupt in wacky celebration, and out-of-towners fly their freak flag a bit more boldly when they mix booze with getting out of their usual environment.
Whatever you’re looking for: kooky and off-kilter fun or a cozy, warm send-off to 2007 via a classy dinner, the Oregon coast provides it somewhere.
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Here’s are highlights from some of the bigger celebrations, including a list of fine dining experiences and suggestions for fun coastal wateringholes to visit. Click here for New Year's Eve Lodging Availability
Yachats
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| Yachats River House |
Landmark Lounge. Kevin Selfe and the Tornadoes. It’s a blue New Year’s with this Muddy Award-winning band. Kevin is a recent transplant from the East Coast and has taken Portland by storm. In his former life based in Virginia he was a mainstay for the Virginia, D.C., Maryland and New York clubs playing 1500 shows in a 10 year period. Since his arrival in Portland he’s demonstrated the skill and enthusiasm necessary to crack into the tough Northwest blues scene. He was recently nominated for two Muddy Awards by the Cascade Blues Association for best electric guitar player and best new act. Free. 9 p.m. Hwy 101, Yachats. (541) 547-5459.
Yachats River House. New Year’s Eve Black & White Ball. Two seatings: one at 5 p.m. and the other at 7:30 p.m. It’s $75 per person and includes a five-course meal. The menu is completely different and a little more decadent. Band starts at 10 p.m. Black & White attire is encouraged but not required. Then dance and party in the bar until the new year. 131 Hwy 101 North. Yachats, Oregon. 541.547.4100
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| Tide Pool |
Lincoln City Vacation Homes Something for everyone: smaller homes with a view to a large house that sleeps 15. All are either oceanfront or just a few steps away – all with a low bank access and fantastic views. Most are in the Nelscott area; one is close to the casino. You’ll find a variety of goodies: fireplaces, multiple bedrooms, dishwashers, Jacuzzis, washer/dryers, hot tubs, cable TV, VCR, barbecues; there’s a loft in one, and another sprawling home has two apartments. Pets allowed in some homes – ask first. Each comes with complete kitchens. Most have seventh night free. Prices range from winter $85 to summer $230 per night. www.getaway2thecoast.com. 541-994-8778. |
Newport
Sand Bar & Grill. Fun local hangout. 722 NW Beach Dr. Newport, Oregon. (541) 265-6032.
Depoe Bay
Tide Pool Pub. Wondrous little local hangout with loads of flavor, featuring two sides. One is a bit more rustic, the other retro-loungy and so cool it hurts. 502 NE Hwy. 101. Depoe Bay, Oregon. (541) 765-4346.
Lincoln City
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| Karaoke nuttiness at Maxwell's |
Snug Harbor. Fun-tastic bar on the wacky side. 5001 SW Hwy 101. Lincoln City, Oregon. (541) 996-4976
Maxwell’s Restaurant & Bar. Karaoke madness all night, complete with party favors and the usual NYE accoutrements. Free. 1643 NW Highway 101 Lincoln City, Oregon. (541) 994-8100.
Roadhouse
101. Live music with Water Brothers. 4649 SW Highway 101. Lincoln
City, Oregon. (541) 994-7729.
Theatre
West of Lincoln City. New Years’ Eve Gala. Featuring the
play “Moonlight and Magnolias,” a dramatic comedy. $45, including
the show, champagne, Hors D’ouerves and hot buffet, dessert and
party favors at midnight. Reservations are now being taken for pre-paid
tickets. Call early as this event usually sells out. 3536 SE Highway 101.
Lincoln City, Oregon. (541) 994-5663. www.theatrewest.com.
Salishan Spa & Golf Resort. 2007 New Years Eve Celebration: Extravagant gourmet dinner. Starter: Corned Duck Terrine. A Dungeness salad. Entrée selections include Macadamia Crusted Halibut, with purple Thai rice and mango-chili coulis, a Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin with black, truffled mushroom duxelles, free-range chicken stuffed with Johnston County Ham, plus dessert. $180 per couple; $95 per person. 7760 N Hwy 101. Gleneden Beach, Oregon (five miles south of Lincoln City. 541-764-3609. www.salishan.com.
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| Rick's Roadhouse Bar and Grille |
Arch
Cape Property Services.
Dozens of homes in that dreamy,
rugged stretch between Cannon Beach and Manzanita known as Arch
Cape. Oceanfront and ocean view , or just a short walk from the
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Rockaway Beach
Rick's Roadhouse Bar and Grille. Seating capacity tops out at 60 so plan to join early and stay late. Huge dance music library, hats and noisemakers for everyone, and balloon drop at midnight. 184 Highway 101. Rockaway Beach, Oregon. 503-355-2052.
Blue Water Grill, Rockaway. Tiny but powerful little bar with an amazing view of the surf. 210 South First Rockaway Beach. (503)-355-3111.
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| Magical, mystical Manzanita will show its true colors on NYE |
Manzanita
San Dune Pub. Legendary hangout with live music and full service bar. Always loads of fun on New Year’s Eve with some large celebration or another. Laneda Ave., Manzanita, Oregon. (503) 368-5080.
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Manzanita’s Wacko Midnight Parade. A little known secret about Manzanita’s New Year’s celebrations is its New Year Parade at midnight, which has been a surreal little local tradition that’s been happening for at least a few years. Generally, people just stagger out of the local bars and perform an oddball parade of sorts – proof again of the kooky and creative side to the fun-loving locals. Now, only the San Dune exists in Manzanita, but some may be coming from nearby The Wateringhole in Nehalem or Sea Shack in Wheeler. In the past, there was, among other things, a large dragon costume. It’s quite a spectacle. In recent years, the city grudgingly gave it’s okay for the parade, partially on the basis it would happen with or without the permit.
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| Have NYE in a castle - that's right, a castle - on the Oregon coast, at Arch Cape House |
Cannon Beach
Arch Cape House New Year’s Eve Dinner Party. Taking reservations for a special dinner celebration in a castle. 7 p.m. Social Hour/Drinks. 8 p.m. Dinner. 11:15 walk to the beach to a bonfire. $95 per person (does not include lodging cost). Look for East Ocean Rd., just north of the Arch Cape Tunnel. Arch Cape, Oregon (s. of Cannon Beach and Seaside). www.archcapehouse.com. 800-436-2848.
Driftwood Inn Restaurant & Lounge. Charming, rustic little wateringhole, mostly inhabited by locals. Perfect if you want to start the new year with a serious jolt or local flavor. 179 N Hemlock St. Cannon Beach, Oregon. (503) 436-2439.
Warren House Pub. Family dining by day; lovely hangout at night, featuring microbrews from Bill's Tavern. Full service bar with extremely fun and friendly locals. 3301 South Hemlock. Cannon Beach, Oregon. (503) 436-1130.
DIVE
INTO LUXURY, HISTORY AT THE TIDES THE TIDES BY THE SEA, Seaside. For over 80 years a favorite of Seaside visitors. 51 oceanfront condos, individually owned and decorated. Suites for couples, small apartments with fireplaces and kitchenettes, one or two bed family units with fireplaces, kitchens and dining rooms. Oceanview cottages sleep anywhere from two to eight, w/ two bedrooms, some with lofts, fireplaces and kitchens. Heated outdoor pool, enormous grounds w/ picnic tables - all at quiet southern end of Seaside. 2316 Beach Drive. 800-548-2846. www.thetidesbythesea.com. |
Newman’s at 988. Open and taking reservations for dinner. Open at 5 p.m. and seating until 10 p.m. Regular menu available along with a special prix fixe. Menu and price to be determined. 988 S. Hemlock, Cannon Beach, Oregon. (503) 436-1151
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| Getting bonkers at Girtle's |
Seaside
Best Western Oceanview Resort. Prior to 9 p.m. there will be a New Years Eve special dinner (reservations highly recommended). Prime Rib and several menu items will be available. DJ starting at 9 p.m., a dance floor, party favors and champagne toast at midnight all for $10 admission. 414 North Prom. Seaside, Oregon. (503) 738-3334
Yummy Wine Bar & Bistro. New Year’s Eve dinner with two seatings; one at 6 p.m. and at 9 p.m. 831 Broadway, Seaside, Oregon. 503-738-3100. www.yummywinebarbistro.com
Girtle’s Restaurant & Lounge. Wild 'n' wacky dance lounge with live top-40 music and some karaoke. 311 Broadway. Seaside, Oregon. (503) 738-8417.
Click here for New Year's Eve Lodging Availability
A1 Beach Rentals, Lincoln City. Perfect for large family vacations all the way down to a getaway lodging for two - with over 25 vacation rental homes to choose from. A breathtaking collection of craftsman or traditional beachfront homes, or oceanview houses – from one to seven bedrooms. In various areas of Lincoln City and overlooking the beach, with some in Depoe Bay. All kinds of amenities are available, like hot tubs, decks, BBQ, rock fireplaces, beamed ceilings and more. Some are new, some are historic charmers. Lincoln City, Oregon. 1-(503)-232-5984. www.a1beachrentals.com. |
D Sands Condominium Motel, Lincoln City. Free, fresh baked cookie upon check-in is just the start. All rooms beachfront and up against Lincoln City's most famous stretch of beach: the D River. Each room comes as a suite or mini-suite, and has a kitchen and balcony or patio. Some w/ gas fireplaces, while all have a DVD Players; movies to rent come with free popcorn. Heated indoor pool, a spa, and this fabulous beach is lit at night. Rooms sleep from two, four to six - including a deluxe fireplace suite. Gift certificates orspecial occasion packages. www.dsandsmotel.com. 171 S.W. Highway 101. 800-527-3925. |
Weiss' Paradise Suites & Vacation Rentals - Seaside
Unique Luxury Accommodations in Seaside. 1BR Suites,
1BR & 2BR Duplex Units and 3BR Houses, units for 2-8 people.
Rent entire property for 20-26. Close to beach, river and Broadway
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STARFISH
POINT Newport - Offers only the finest in luxury condominium
lodging. Every unit is focused on the beauty of the sea and the
beach. |
Tradewinds Motel, Rockaway Beach. All rooms are immaculate and have TV’s, VCR’s and in-room phones w/ data ports. Oceanfronts have queen bed, a double hide-a-bed, kitchen, cozy firelog fireplace and private deck. Both types sleep up to four people. Others are appointed for a two-person romantic getaway, yet still perfect for those on a budget. Elaborate oceanfront Jacuzzi suite has two bedrooms, kitchen, double hide-a-bed, fireplace and private deck, sleeping as many as six. For family reunions or large gatherings such as weddings, some rooms can connect to create two-room and three-room suites. Some rooms pet friendly. 523 N. Pacific St., Rockaway Beach. (503) 355-2112 - 1-800-824-0938. www.tradewinds-motel.com |
Inn At Spanish Head, Lincoln City. Lincoln City’s only resort hotel built right on the beach with all oceanfront rooms - nestled against a rugged cliffside overlooking a soft, sandy beach. Dine in penthouse restaurant and bar, for casual meal or candlelight dinner. An array of seafood specialties, juicy steaks and other Northwest favorites, including decadent Sunday buffet. Rooms range from bedrooms to studios to 1-bedroom suites with microwaves and refrigerators to full kitchens. Also, wi-fi, spa, saunas, exercise room and year-round heated swimming pool. Kids will love the game room and easy beach access. Full-service conference/meeting rooms for that inspirational retreat; extensive wedding possibilities. 4009 SW Highway 101, Lincoln City. 1-800-452-8127 or 541-996-2161. www.spanishhead.com |
 Inn
at Cannon Beach. Beautifully wooded natural setting at quiet south
end of Cannon Beach. Great during winter storms with a new book by
the fireplace – or when the sun is out for family fun and beach
strolling. Handsome beach cottage-style architecture. Lush flowering
gardens and naturalized courtyard pond. Warm, inviting guest rooms.
Continental buffet breakfast. Warm Cookies. Family and Pet Friendly.
Welcome gifts. Smoke-free. Complimentary Wireless Connectivity. Wine
and book signing events. 800-321-6304 or 503-436-9085. Hemlock At
Surfcrest, Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.atcannonbeach.com. |
The Ocean Lodge. There will not be another property built like this in Cannon Beach in our lifetimes. Rare, premiere ocean front location; handsome, dramatic architecture and tasteful, fun (nostalgic) beach interiors. Overlooks Haystack Rock. 100 percent smoke free. Imaginative special occasion packages. Massive wood burning lobby fireplace. Library w/ fireplace, stocked with impressive book collection. Pet and family friendly. Lavish continental buffet breakfast. In-room fireplaces, mini-kitchens. Jacuzzi tubs in select rooms. DVD players, complimentary movies. Morning paper. Warm cookies. 888-777-4047. 503-436-2241. 2864 Pacific Street. Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.theoceanlodge.com |
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