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Events & Festivals in Newport
Seafood isn’t just a meal in Newport, it’s part of daily life. Watch the fishing fleet pull in the day’s catch along the working waterfront. Every crab pot, every net, and every story shared on the docks connects you to the ocean that sustains our community.
Annual Events & Festivals
A signature winter celebration of coastal cuisine, local wines, and unforgettable flavors. This happens every February and attracts thousands of people all over the world to experience a weekend full of seafood and wine at the Port of Newport.
Smooth sounds and seaside vibes fill the city during this popular summer music event that begins in August and concludes with a weekend of Jazz in October at our Performing Arts Center.
Concerts, plays, and cultural performances light up Newport’s premier stage all year long. The PAC offers a vibrant mix of local talent and touring productions, creating opportunities to experience music, theater, dance, and art.
A festive, family-friendly holiday event where decorated boats parade across the harbor, lighting up the evening and giving visitors a magical waterfront experience. This is part of multiple holiday events in Newport including the aquarium Sea of Lights.
A showcase of creativity and craftsmanship featuring stunning textile art from across the region that happens the first Friday and Saturday of August.
Meet local makers and enjoy fresh produce, artisan goods, and coastal charm each week. It runs every Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM, typically from March through December. It’s one of Oregon’s older markets, with grassroots community involvement and strong local support.
Lace up for this community tradition that takes runners along scenic coastal routes. It is a USATF-certified course and known to be relatively flat with only gentle hills, making it a favorite for runners chasing personal bests or Boston-qualifying times. This is normally in early June.
Watch talented local surfers and coming from near and afar take on the waves in this exciting coastal competition every August.
A community feast hosted by the Lincoln County Historical Society, serving fresh Dungeness crab to support local heritage.
The Visual Arts Center’s most popular exhibition, where local artists of all levels share their work
Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesWed, Dec 10
Fri, Dec 12Dec 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMFor ArtSake Gallery, 258 NW Coast St, Newport, OR 97365, USAEnjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and an evening of creativity and connection. Plus, make your own custom holiday gift tags (with guidance from artist Khara Ledonne) — a perfect personal touch for your seasonal gifts.
Dec 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMNewport Performing Arts Center, 777 W Olive St, Newport, OR 97365, USAConcert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer is bringing his Christmas Concert, Rock the Holidays, to the Central Oregon Coast. Enjoy familiar holiday songs as well as classical pieces to audiences, with the added excitement of a virtuosic Concert Rock band.
Sat, Dec 13
Dec 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMNewport Performing Arts Center, 777 W Olive St, Newport, OR 97365, USAEnjoy a night of holiday-themed sketch comedy for all ages, musical guests, surprises, and FUN. Folks, this year’s gonna’ be merry-er, joyful-er, and family-friendly-er than ever! And, of course, there’ll be snow, a chance to meet Santa Claus himself, and ev
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