Ongoing Exhibits: Shows Vary. Find glimpses into the past of Newport and Lincoln County at its history museum. Tuesday through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Burrows House Museum. Newport, Oregon. 541-265-7509. www.oregoncoasthistory.org
Ongoing: Whale Watch Center, Depoe Bay. Join state officials just about daily at the Depoe Bay seawall for help spotting whales that saunter past this part of the central Oregon coast. Hwy 101, Depoe Bay, Oregon. www.whalespoken.org.
Ongoing Events Oregon Coast Aquarium. A variety of semi-daily events take place at the famed attraction. Periodic exhibit changes, other events also happen. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 S.E. Ferry Slip Road. Newport, Oregon. 541-867-3474. www.aquarium.org.
Every Saturday. Newport Farmers Market. An incredible variety of nature’s bounty, even in the winter months: meats, honey, fruits, vegetable, salsa, more. 9 a.m. Lincoln County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. 3rd St. Newport, Oregon.
EVENTS EVERY YEAR IN NEWPORT, DEPOE BAY
Newport Performing Arts Center in Nye Beach has a vast array of performances throughout the year, including theater, live music and operas simulcast into the theater from sometimes rather exotic locations. Among the highlights are shows by the Newport Symphony Orchestra.
April. Hatfield Marine Science Day - Annual science fair and open house featuring marine science programs and scientists based at the Hatfield Marine Science Center. The event is free, family-friendly, and ideal for lifelong learners. Throughout the day, you can visit marine science exhibits from research programs based on the Hatfield campus, interact with researchers, and enjoy The Kids Zone: a hands-on space for learning about marine science. Behind-the-Scene Tours at the Hatfield Visitor Center are also included. Newport, Oregon. https://hmsc.oregonstate.edu/
May - Coast Hills Classic Mountain Bike Race - A thrilling mountain bike race through rugged central Oregon coast terrain. https://coasthillsclassic.com. Newport, Oregon.
August - Ride the Dirt Wave - Rugged mountain biking at Wilder Trails and Big Creek Trails. Newport, Oregon.
August. Toledo Wooden Boat Show - A free, family-friendly festival celebrating the boat-building heritage of Toledo. Visitors can marvel at a diverse array of boats, including steamboats, classic vessels, and unique owner-built creations. (https://www.portoftoledo.org/). Toledo, Oregon.
September - Agate Beach Surf Classic - This two-day competition at Agate Beach features surfing divisions for adults and youth. Proceeds go towards the youth scholarship fund at the Newport Recreation Center, supporting economically disadvantaged children from Lincoln County. Online registration. Newport, Oregon.
October - Oregon Coast Jazz Party - A decades-long tradition returns to Newport. The Oregon Coast Jazz Party, organized by the Oregon Coast Council for the Arts (OCCA), will take place at the Newport Performing Arts Center. Newport, Oregon.
Each December. Depoe Bay features a tree lighting ceremony. In Newport, there is the Lighted Boat Parade along Newport's waterfront.
Every Friday, Saturday in December. Sea of Lights. Enormous holiday display on the central Oregon coast. Prepare to be immersed in over half a million colorful lights, music and holiday decorations while exploring the aquarium after-hours. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 S.E. Ferry Slip Road. Newport, Oregon. 541-867-3474. www.aquarium.org.
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