I Survived the Blastoff at the Beach + 25th Annual SandSations Event

Join us for Ocean Park's Old Fashioned 4th of July Parade followed by an evening of spectacular display by locals, tourists and the city of Long Beach.

Quite honestly, if you've never been to the Long Beach Peninsula on the 4th of July then you may not completely understand why I'm saying I survived.

I'm always amazed at how many people flock to the beach to watch the big event. There are 1000's of people on the beach celebrating and it's like nothing you've ever seen.

You'll have to experience it to know what I'm talking about. It'll be an adventure of a lifetime!

Plus, you'll want to catch the spectacular array of fireworks displayed down in Long Beach and Ilwaco. We put on one of the best shows around!


Another great attraction is an event called SandSations. Join us for the 25th Annual SandSations event in Long Beach on July 17th - 18th. You'll be amazed at the talent displayed!

Color the Skies with Kite Flying

The Washington State International Kite Festival
is a week packed full of kite competition and celebration!

This event is held annually during the third week
of August.

The Washington Kite Festival draws the attention of thousands
of spectators as kite fliers from around the world strut their
stuff while setting the skies ablaze with the beauty of colorful
kites, high flying action and choreographed movement.

End of the World Rod Run

Our local Beach Barons have sponsored the
'Rod Run to the End of the World'.

Hot rods and vintage vehicles flood the streets
the weekend after Labor Day weekend.

Reservations are made for the following year upon departure so
it's best to contact us as soon as possible if you want to make
reservations for the following year.

88th Annual Cranberrian Fair

The Long Beach Peninsula is famous for its cranberry bogs.

In fact, cranberries attract tourists from all around!

Join us October 10th - 11th for our 88th Annual Cranberrian Fair located in Ilwaco, WA. Bog tour, food sampling, live entertainment, crafters and more will showcase the areas cranberry growing heritage.

Where: Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum
Admission: Cranberrian Fair buttons are $5.00 and cover the cost for admission
to the festival activities, the Cranberry Trolley and all events and the
Cranberry Museum

Vendors at the Cranberrian Fair include those offering handmade items such as pottery, jewelry, books, paintings, cranberry vine baskets, peach/cranberry pies, yard art and more. Locally produced cranberry products provided by Oysterville Sea Farms will also be available.

Looking for that perfect gift for the holidays?

The Cranberrian Fair is the perfect stop for that special and unique gift!

Whatcha Got Cookin'?

Let's face it, sometimes things can get a little crazy
around the holidays.

Why not do something a little different this year?

Sunset View Resort is a great place to take your
family for Thanksgiving!

We've got studios and suites with kitchens. Combine that with a
great ocean view, a cozy open flame fireplace and the family you
love and you've got the perfect getaway!

Gobble Gobble!

Celebrate the Festivities on the Coast

While the weather may be a bit on the chilly side during the month of December, many tourists seek their refuge on the coast of Washington simply due to the sheer excitement of the winter storms.

Storm watchers agree the beach is a thrilling place to be while awaiting a big storm!

All weather observations aside, be sure to check out the infamous Lighted Boat and Crab Pot Christmas tree in Ilwaco on Saturday, December 5th, 2009. The fisherman in our community certainly know how to celebrate and have teamed up to create a tradition like no other. The third annual lighting of the WORLD'S LARGEST CRAB POT CHRISTMAS TREE will take place at the west end of the Port of Ilwaco at 5:15 pm. Everyone is welcome. There will be caroling and refreshments.

Join us New Years Eve for a spectacular display of Firework at Midnight over the Pacific Ocean!

Bring the whole family or your sweetie as you ring in the New Year!