April Swenson, Managing Broker at
Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers

Cell / Text: 360-589-2777       aswenson25@juno.com
          Fax: 360-289-3941                                 www.OceanShoresInfo.com
Ocean Shores, WA Real Estate


Ocean Shores Events for 2013


Antique & Collectibles Show

February 9-10

11th Annual Show offers seminars, expert evaluations, and over 80 booths of collectibles and antiques. Call 360-289-3887 for more info.

Beachcombers' Fun Fair

March 2-3

26th Annual event features exhibits, seminars, information booths and vendors. Children's activities held on Saturday morning. Plus beach walks and the Dash for Trash or Treasure on Sunday morning. Fun for the whole family. Call 360-289-2451 for more info.

Razor Clam Festival & Seafood Extravaganza

March 23-24

7th Annual. This event is being expanded to 2 days and has a new name. Top chefs from the area restaurants bring their best clam chowder and entrees for a chance at "The Best on the North Beach." Vendor and food booths, music and more. A great family event!

Photo, Fine Arts &
Electronic Media Show

April 19-21

44th Annual. Artists and photographers from all over the United States enter this show to win prizes and show their unique photos and works of art. Arts using electronics will be showcased as well. For more information, visit www.associatedarts.org.

Spring Fling Arts & Crafts Show

April 26-28

New to the list of events, this show will features all sorts of arts and crafts. For more information, please call 360-289-2451.

Grays Harbor County Expo

May 24-26

Kick off the Summer at the 6th Annual GHC Expo, featuring the Grays Harbor Home Show, the Oceans of Fine Arts Expo, Roadside Chain Saw Carving, Hot Rod and Classic Car Expo, and more. See you Memorial Day Weekend! For more information, visit www.graysharborexpo.com.

Wearable Art Show

June 1

Art displays through clothing...fashion show. This year's theme is the Twilight Zone. Held at the Convention Center. Call 360-289-2451 or visit www.beachfairyevents.com/.

Ocean Shores Festival of Colors
(Kite Flying)

June 1-2

What a great family event for novice to professional kite flyers! Come fly a kite or enjoy the antics of colorful kites filling the skies. Call 360-289-4103 or visit www.oceanshoreskites.com.

Flag Day Parade

June 8

Honor our Nation's flag with an old-fashioned parade. Over 60 entrants parade through the streets of downtown Ocean Shores. For more information, visit www.oceanshoresact.com.

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Sand & Sawdust Festival

June 21-23

Master woodcarvers from all over the world come to compete in this annual competition. Auctions held daily. Visit the Beach where artists compete for the best sand sculpture on Saturday. Free sand-sculpting lessons given on Friday and Sunday. For more information, visit www.oceanshoresact.com.

Fire O'er the Water

July 4

Enjoy the best fireworks show on the Washington Coast. For more information, visit www.tourismoceanshores.com.

Ocean Shores Big Weekend
Tri & Foot Fest

July 13-14

All "Trifreaks" welcome to participate in this 2nd annual event! Activities feature Sprint, Olympic, Half Iron Distances, Olympic & Half Iron Duathlon, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon & Kids Tri. For more information, visit www.trifreaks.com.

Sun & Surf Run

July 26-28

Listen to the roar as Ocean Shores welcomes over 2,000 motorcycles for the weekend. Enjoy stunt riders, mortorcycle parades, bonfire & fireworks on the beach, and vendors. For more information, visit www.sunandsurfevent.com.

Body & Soul Festival

August 17-18

The Festival provides an opportunity for individuals to explore their options in creating healthier and more conscious lifestyles. Held at the Ocean Shores Lions Club. Hours: 10-6 Saturday and 10-5 Sunday, admission is $3/day or $5 weekend. Classes all day are included in admission. For more information, visit www.oceanshoresfestival.com.

Fun Fly in Ocean Shores

August 17-18

Come fly a kite! It's fun for everyone, from novice to professionals. Viewers can watch colorful kites soaring the skies. Call 360-289-4103 or visit www.oceanshoreskites.com.

Old Fashioned Labor Day Picnic
& Paddle-a-thon

August 31

Celebrate with this community-sponsored picnic and water activities on Saturday at North Bay Park. For more information, visit www.oceanshoresact.com.

AAOS Arts & Crafts Festival

September 6-8

45th Annual event includes over 120 indoor and outdoor booths featuring thousands of handcrafted items by gifted artists and talented craftspeople. For more information, visit www.associatedarts.org.

Whale of a Quilt Show

September 27-29

Sea-Gals Quilters show offers vendors, handmade quilts, demonstrations and quilted items. The show is judged (attendees get to vote) and prizes awarded. Free admission. Call 360-289-3136 for more information.

Celtic Music Festival

October 25-27

10th Annual. Over 20 bands converge on the Convention Center and 3 other venues for the largest Irish music festival on the West Coast. For more information, visit www.galwaybayirishpub.com

Winter Fanta-Sea Craft Show

Nov 29-Dec 1

Kick off your holiday shopping. The Convention Center is filled with over 70 arts and crafts booths featuring handmade arts and crafts just in time for Christmas. Admission is free. Call 360-289-9586 for more information.



For more information and listings of other events, call

1-800-76-BEACH or visit www.tourismoceanshores.com



April Swenson, Managing Broker & CRS
Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers ~ Ocean Shores, WA

Cell / Text:   360-589-2777
Fax: 360-289-3941
aswenson25@juno.com              www.OceanShoresInfo.com