

Neskowin Ghost Forest
Just a 20-minute drive south of Pacific City lies one of the Oregon Coast’s most mysterious natural wonders: the Neskowin Ghost Forest. Here, ancient Sitka spruce stumps, believed to be nearly 2,000 years old, stand rooted in the sand, remnants of a massive earthquake or tsunami that buried the forest centuries ago. Revealed after a winter storm in the late 1990s, the eerie stumps emerge at low tide and offer a fascinating, otherworldly glimpse into the region’s geologic past.
Calendar of Events
Aug16Siletz Bay Music Festival
A vibrant celebration of classical, jazz and contemporary music, about a half hour from Pacific City.
Date: August 13-23, 2026
Time: All Day
Location: Lincoln City Cultural Center
Aug16Nestucca Valley Artisans Art Fest
Featuring handcrafted goods, original artwork and local artisans from throughout the region.
Date: August 15-16, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Kiawanda Community Center
Aug19Coastal Chords & Corks: Ramsey Embick
Soulful piano and timeless R&B create the perfect backdrop for an evening at Meridian.
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar
Aug26Coastal Chords & Corks: Acoustic Minds
Soulful vocals and bass-driven, genre-blending live music by Acoustic Minds set the tone for an unforgettable evening.
Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar
Sep02Coastal Chords & Corks: Johnny Franco and His Real Brother Dom
A Portland-based Brazilian duo brings playful energy, vintage rock and indie charm to an evening of coastal dining and thoughtful pours.
Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar
Sep09Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play
A suspense-filled theatrical experience that channels classic Hitchcock thrills through a 1940s-style live radio broadcast. Live performance just a half hour from Pacific City.
Date: September 9-20, 2026
Time: All Day
Location: The Barn Community Playhouse
Sep09Coastal Chords & Corks: AG Donnaloia
Settle in for an evening with A.G. Donnaloia, whose smooth guitar stylings bring laid-back elegance to the night.
Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar
Sep16Coastal Chords & Corks: Pati Rojas
Soulful Americana from Pati Rojas blends blues, country, folk, gospel and rock with powerful, heartfelt vocals.
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar
Sep18Cape Kiwanda Longboard Classic
The Pacific Northwest’s most iconic longboard surf contest. Catch the waves and coastal vibes.
Date: September 18-20, 2026
Time: All Day
Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking
Sep18Lincoln City Fall Kite Festival
A vibrant autumn spectacle as giant, colorful kites soar above the beach a half hour south of Pacific City.
Date: September 18-20, 2026
Time: All Day
Location: D-River Wayside State Park


