The Pacific Northwest is a prime spot if you love living that ocean life. While I was growing up in the '80s and '90s Portland area, trips to the Northern Oregon Coast were mandatory. I got to know Seaside and its touristy charms like the back of my little...
Have you ever seen sand art so extravagant? Denny Dyke created magic in the sand in Bandon Oregon in the form of sand labyrinths, and you're welcome to come and explore that magic for yourself. Peace and tranquility is the goal as you walk the labyrinth, each one...
The brothers Mike and Brian McMenamin are personal local heroes of mine. I had visited many of their properties and brewpubs in the Portland area but never realized their impact until my first time at the Kennedy School while living in NE PDX circa the early 2000s. I...
The Chinese New Year celebration is almost here! An awesome way to broaden your cultural understanding of the Chinese New Year is attending one these fun Oregon events! This Chinese New Year will be celebrating the year of the rat. Events At The Lan Su Chinese Garden...
In January 2020 the Florence Winter Music Festival will feature nine bands over three days. Visitors will hear Bluegrass, Americana, and Folk music and will have a weekend that won't soon be forgotten. The Best Winter Music Festival In Oregon From January 24th - 26th,...
‘Tis the season for twinkling lights, snowball fights and reruns of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. It's also the season for spending time with friends and family, and what better way to do that than a weekend at the Oregon coast. This weekend the Oregon Coast...
Scenic views along the coast while enjoying a cup of hot chocolate and cookies with Santa, and a ride on a wildly awesome steam engine? Yes please! The Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad is ready to take you on a Christmas adventure this year and it's going to be amazing!...
Looking for the perfect thing to do with friends and family for the 4th of July 2019? Look no further. From berry festivals, to live music and over the top firework shows, these are some of the coolest Independence Day events in Oregon. Northern Oregon 4th of July...
Imagine sitting on the grass on a cool summer evening with friends and family in a relaxing atmosphere as the sweet sounds of jazz roll through the air around you. Maybe jazz isn't your thing and you prefer rock, blues, classical music, bluegrass, pop, folk or country...
Most of us in Oregon are familiar with Portland's popular Saturday Market, but did you know Astoria has its own vibrant market every Sunday? The Astoria Sunday Market is an annual event that began in 2000 and was formed to revitalize Historic downtown Astoria and...
If you are looking for something fun to do this year, mark your calendars now as you don’t want to miss this event happening in Newport! These “Tall Ships” will be docking at the Oregon Coast in April, and will be returning in July. Whether you are a photographer...
UPDATE: We have revised this article to reflect on the latest schedule for 2017. Tickets for the 2017 Holiday Express are available as of Sunday, Oct 15. Are you looking for something fun to do to get into the holiday spirit this year? Well, the Holiday Express train...