We have made every effort to give you everything you could want here at the Ocean Crest Resort, but we also encourage you to explore our area and discover all there is to do on the Olympic Peninsula - from fishing and cycling to hiking and water sports. We can help make arrangements or offer suggestions to make your visit as memorable as it can be.

Here are a just a few suggestions of what to do in our area:

• You can enjoy razor clam digging directly in front of the resort, when annnounced open by Fish & Wildlife

• It’s a short drive to Lake Quinault, the rain forest and Olympic National Park

• Take one of the Voyages of the Lady Washington, Grays Harbor’s own Tall Ship, Aberdeen and see the new Chieftain in Westport

Take advantage of the many upcoming events scheduled near the Resort:

September

Kelper's Festival and Shake Rat Rendezvous

Date:	September 1-3, 2007
Contact:	Washington Coast Chamber of Commerce, 1 800 286 4552
Location:	North Beach/Moclips and Pacific Beach
Description:	Back in 1972 a group of summer residents in Moclips decided to end their vacation on a wacky note. On the Sunday before Labor Day, they draped seaweed on their cars and paraded from Moclips to Pacific Beach. Thus began the tradition of the "Kelpers Parade", the wackiest parade this side of Humptulips. The parade kicks off a series of special events in September. The festivities begin on Saturday, with the Kiddie parade at noon. Candy and prizes will be awarded to all participants. Saturday night features a street dance with live music at 2nd and Main in Pacific Beach. Sunday's parade begins at noon on the beach in Moclips. Residents and visitors are encouraged to enter their own floats. The parade proceeds south on State Route 109 from Moclips, then south on First Street past the navy base and down Main Street in Pacific Beach. Following the parade will be the "Shake Rat Olympics" where local shake cutters show off their unique skills. This is the only event of its kind anywhere. Everyone is welcome to put on a costume and join the parade.

Up Your Wind Kite Festival

Date:	September 9-11, 2007
Contact:	Washington Coast Chamber of Commerce, 1 800 286 4552/1 360 276-8377
Admission & Parking:	free parking
Location:	Pacific Beach State Park
Website:	www.washingtoncoastchamber.org
Description:	Come fly a kite or watch kite contests, choreographed kite flying and more. This event takes place in Pacific Beach. Competition of all kinds, Jr. Precision, Power Pull, Mystery Ballet, Lighted Night Flight and more! Prizes! Fun for all ages.

  

October

Haunted House

Date:	October 31st
Contact:	Pacific Beach Resort & Conference Center
Location:	Pacific Beach
Description:	Haunted house free to the public.  Ghouls, goblins and lots of goodies!  6-9pm.  Come if you dare!  All ages welcome

 

Or nearby in Ocean Shores:

 

June

Flag Day Parade and Dance

Date:	June 16, 2007
Location:	Ocean Shores
Contact:	Bobbee Boyd (360) 289-4392
Description:	Salute the stars and stripes with this parade and dance!

Five Star Sand & Sawdust Festival

Date:	June 22-24, 2007
Admission & Parking:	Free
Location:	Ocean Shores Convention Center
Website:	www.oceanshoresact.com
Description:	Master and amateur sand and chainsaw competitions.  Auctions held daily.  Saturday families and artists compete on the beach for the best sand sculpture.  Free sand sculpting lessons given on Friday.

 

July

Fire O'er the Water and Picnic

Date:	July 3-4, 2007
Admission & Parking:	Free
Location:	Ocean Shores/Ocean City
Website:	www.oceanshoresact.com
Description:	Celebrate Independence Day on July 3rd at our community picnic.  Enjoy games, prizes, food and fun!  Stay over for the best fireworks show on the coast at Ocean City.

Big Weekend Triathlon & Footfest

Date:	July 8-9, 2007
Location:	Ocean Shores
Contact:	Ocean Shores Visitors Information Center (360) 289-9586
Description:	Triathlon, runs and walks for all ages and abilities.

Sun & Surf Run

Date:	July 27-29, 2007
Admission & Parking:	Free
Location:	Ocean Shores Convention Center
Website:	www.sunandsurfevent.com
Description:	Over 2,000 motorcycles at the Convention Center.  Enjoy bonfire, fireworks, motorcycle parades, stunt riders and vendors.

 

September

PT Cruisers Sea Cruise

Date:	TBA - September
Contact:	Dan Smith 360-268-6228
Location:	Ocean Shores
Website:	www.oceanshores.org
Description:	"Sea Cruise" - the biggest and best PT Cruiser event ever held in Washington. Don't miss it! Car show and cars will be displayed at the Ocean Shores Convention Center parking lot.

Arts and Crafts Bazaar

Date:	September 7-9, 2007
Contact:	Helen Lord 1 800 76BEACH
Admission & Parking:	Free Admission
Location:	Convention Center and surrounding grounds
Website:	www.associatedarts.org
Description:	The largest arts and crafts festival in Southwest Washington fills the Convention Center and surrounding grounds. Free to the public and open all weekend.

October

Whale of a Quilt Show

Date:	October 12-14, 2007
Contact:	Ocean Shores Chamber of Commerce 1-800-76BEACH
Admission & Parking:	Friday and Saturday - 10am - 5pm, Sunday 11am - 3pm.  Free admission.
Location:	Ocean Shores
Website:	www.oceanshores.org
Description:	Sea-Gals Quilters show offers vendors, handmade quilts, demonstrations and quilted items.  The show is judged and prizes awarded.

 

November

Dixieland Jazz Festival

Date:	November 2-4, 2007
Contact:	Ocean Shores Chamber of Commerce 1-800-76BEACH
Location:	Different venues throughout Ocean Shores
Description:	Dixieland jazz bands from around the U.S. and Canada provide 100 hours of fantastic jazz at several venues throughout Ocean Shores. Admission is charged.

Winter Fanta-Sea Arts and Craft Show

Date:	November 23-25, 2007
Contact:	Julie Palmer 800-874-6737
Event Times:	Friday 12-5, Saturday 10-5, Sunday 11-4
Location:	Ocean Shores
Description:	The annual Winter Fanta Sea Show. The show features handmade arts & crafts by over 70 local and regional craftsmen and women. Items include clothing, jewelry, dolls, soaps, lotions, toys, and many other unique items. Enjoy listening to holiday music while you shop. Support the local PAWS by bringing your kids and pets for pictures with Santa!

December

Cantata

Date:	December 7-8, 2007
Admission & Parking:	Free
Location:	Ocean Shores Convention Center
Website:	www.oceanshores.org
EMail:	jpalmer@osgov.com
Description:	The Cantata is back! Come out and watch this local group as they bring in the holiday season with a concert of Yuletide favorites. Admission is free, but you can help support those in need this holiday season by bringing in canned food for donation.