The Long Beach Peninsula hosts a variety of exciting festivals and seasonal celebrations year-round. Below, events are organized roughly by season to help you plan your trip and experience the best of the coast’s local flavor and traditions.

Razor Clam Festival

Celebrate the peninsula’s coastal traditions at the Long Beach Razor Clam Festival. This beloved springtime event includes clam digging competitions, cooking demos, clam chowder tastings, artisan vendors, and live music — all honoring the razor clam’s role in local life.

Peninsula Blues Festival

Groove to world-class blues at the Peninsula Blues Festival, held every summer at the Port of Peninsula in Nahcotta. Featuring talented national and regional performers, this festival blends great music, local food vendors, and stunning bay views for an unforgettable experience on the Long Beach Peninsula.

Sandsations and Sandcastle Building

Show off your creativity at Sandsations, Long Beach’s annual sand sculpting festival. Marvel at massive masterpieces crafted by professional sand artists, try your hand in amateur competitions, and enjoy family-friendly activities along the Bolstad beach approach.

International Kite Festival

Colors all sorts will fill your summer with the International Kite Festival on the Long Beach Peninsula. Watch skies filled with brilliant kites of all sizes, enjoy hands-on activities, and marvel at world-class flying displays during this week-long celebration of wind and artistry.

Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks

Celebrate Independence Day with a lively Fourth of July parade in downtown Long Beach and a dazzling official fireworks show over the Pacific Ocean. In addition to the sanctioned display, community fireworks along the beach create an electrifying, unforgettable scene well into the evening.

Wild Mushroom Celebration

Explore the rich culinary traditions of the region during the autumn Wild Mushroom Celebration. Featuring foraging tours, themed restaurant menus, and educational events, this fall series highlights the diverse wild mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest.

Cranberry Festival

Try something new and discover the local cranberry harvest each fall at the Cranberry Festival in Long Beach. Enjoy bog tours, artisan crafts, food vendors, and cranberry-themed treats at the Cranberry Museum and surrounding fields.

Garlic Festival

Visitors to the Pensinsula can taste bold and surprising flavors at the Ocean Park Garlic Festival. From garlic-infused dishes to handcrafted goods, this relaxed local gathering celebrates the rich farming traditions of the Ocean Park community.

Crab Pot Christmas Tree Lighting

Ring in the holidays at Ilwaco’s charming Crab Pot Christmas Tree Lighting celebration each winter. Located at the Port of Ilwaco, this festive event features a giant Christmas tree made entirely of crab pots, twinkling with lights, alongside caroling, hot cocoa, and a warm small-town spirit.

Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center

Learn the inspiring story of the Corps of Discovery at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center overlooking the Pacific Ocean at Cape Disappointment State Park.

Local Museums

Explore local history and culture at the World Kite Museum, Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, Cranberry Museum, and Willapa Bay Interpretive Center.

Fort Columbia

Step back in time at Fort Columbia Historical State Park. Explore preserved military bunkers, restored buildings, and scenic bluff-top trails overlooking the Columbia River.

Historic Oysterville and the Oyster Industry

Wander through Historic Oysterville, a beautifully preserved 19th-century village that tells the story of the peninsula’s oyster-farming heritage.

Ilwaco Art Walk

Explore local galleries, live music, and refreshments during Ilwaco’s First Friday Art Walks, held monthly from June through September along the Port of Ilwaco waterfront.

Beachpets Treasure Hunt

Join the Beachpets Treasure Hunt, a fun, family-friendly search for hidden glass floats along the beaches, supporting local animal rescue efforts.

Expansive Dining Options

Discover a variety of dining experiences across Long Beach, Ocean Park, and Ilwaco — from fresh-caught seafood to farm-to-table restaurants and casual coastal cafes.

Downtown Long Beach Activities

Explore the quirky wonders of Marsh’s Free Museum, enjoy classic arcade games at Funland, stroll the historic Long Beach boardwalk, or browse vibrant shops for coastal treasures.