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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 splashing in the ocean
  • Water being blown from a whale blow hole
  • A whales tail out of the water while whale watching near Hart's Camp

Calendar of Events

  • May27

    Coastal Chords & Corks: John Nilsen

    Immerse yourself in an evening with John Nilsen, whose expressive melodic piano brings a refined uplifting energy to the night.

    Date: Wednesday, May 27

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • May27

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Ben Rice

    Fearless, soulful blues and roots grooves by Ben Rice ignite an energetic evening of live music.

    Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • People clapping
    May29

    The Miracle Worker

    The unforgettable true story of Helen Keller and the teacher who helped her discover the world through language. Live performance just a half hour from Pacific City.

    Date: May 29 - June 14, 2026

    Time: All Day

    Location: The Barn Community Playhouse

  • Jun03

    Coastal 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, June 3, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Blessing of the Dory Fleet
    Jun06

    Blessing of the Dory Fleet

    A meaningful Pacific City tradition honoring dorymen and blessing the fleet for the coming season.

    Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 am

    Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

  • Oregon Beach
    Jun06

    Community Beach Cleanup

    Lend a hand at a Headlands-hosted beach cleanup to reduce litter, protect marine life and care for our coast.

    Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026

    Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Location: Pacific City Beach

  • Jun10

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Freddy Trujillo

    Enjoy an intimate winter evening with Freddy Trujillo’s storyteller’s lyrics, signature bass and coastal ambiance.

    Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Jun17

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Lynn Conover

    Savor an evening with Lynn Conover, a singer and songwriter whose heartfelt vocals and guitar work bring an intimate warmth to the night.

    Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Jun24

    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.

    Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

  • Kris Stuart playing guitar
    Jul01

    Coastal Chords & Corks: Kris Stuart

    Experience an evening with Kris Stuart, a singer and traveling troubadour whose west-wandering guitar work brings an easy warmth to the night.

    Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

    Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar