Spring and early summer are an exciting season for wildlife on the Oregon Coast, and Newport is one of the best places to experience it. Migrating birds return, marine mammals become more active, and tidepools are full of life. This time of year offers the chance to observe animals in their natural habitats.

Newport’s rocky shoreline offers a front-row view into the hidden world of tidepools - shallow, saltwater habitats filled with marine life. These temporary windows into the ocean are revealed during low tides and provide one of the best ways to observe sea creatures up close.

Newport’s working waterfront is a mix of boats, seafood, and storefronts, but it’s also home to one of the most distinctive and loudest sights (and sounds) on the Oregon Coast: sea lions. Whether sunbathing on the docks or barking in chorus, these seasonal visitors are a memorable part of the Bayfront experience.

Newport is home to world-class marine research, interactive science attractions, and unique hands-on learning experiences. Whether visiting the Oregon Coast Aquarium, Hatfield Marine Science Center, or exploring the tidepools, there's always something new to discover.

Spring on the Oregon Coast brings a fresh sense of discovery, and Newport is full of adventures of all types.

Newport’s commercial fishing industry brings some of the freshest seafood to market year-round.

Newport is a wonderful place to experience the incredible migration of gray whales along the Oregon coast.

As spring arrives on the Oregon Coast, the Newport Farmers Market comes to life with over 60 vendors.

Newport is home to a variety of locally owned small businesses that make your coastal visit memorable and convenient.

With limited parking near the festival site, the free shuttle service is the best way to get to and from the event.