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Jazz & Oysters Returns to Nahcotta for 40th Anniversary Celebration

Seafood lovers and jazz fans have a special event to look forward to this summer as Duneside Trading Co. celebrates the 40th anniversary of Jazz & Oysters on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 10:00 am. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of Peninsula in Nahcotta, Washington.

Music Schedule


11:00 – 12:00 High School Jazz Band
12:30 – 2:00 Midnight Serenaders
2:45 – 4:15 Mel Brown B3 Quartet
5:00 – 6:30 Davina & the Vagabonds

  • Doors Open: 10:00 AM

Presented by the Water Music Society, the annual gathering combines fresh local oysters, live jazz music, and artisan food in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most scenic waterfront communities.

Guests can enjoy a menu featuring:

  • Cranberry Bogs Rolls – Sourdough brioche cinnamon rolls with a cranberry reduction made using Adrift cranberry liqueur, orange zest, and cream cheese frosting.
  • Blueberry Shortcakes – House-made cakes topped with locally grown blueberries and fresh whipped topping.
  • Tide Rolls – Savory sourdough brioche rolls flavored with local rosemary, cracked black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Sourdough Shortbread Pearls – Buttery shortbread bites made with organic flour, grass-fed butter, and minimal sugar.

The event celebrates four decades of bringing together local food, music, and community on Willapa Bay. Whether you’re sampling fresh oysters, enjoying handcrafted baked goods, or relaxing to live jazz performances, the festival offers a quintessential Pacific Northwest experience.

Event Details

  • Event: Jazz & Oysters – 40th Anniversary
  • Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
  • Time: 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: Port of Peninsula, Nahcotta, Washington
  • Highlights: Live jazz, fresh oysters, artisan baked goods, and community festivities.

If you’re visiting the Long Beach Peninsula this August, Jazz & Oysters is an excellent opportunity to experience local flavors, waterfront scenery, and live music in historic Nahcotta.

Tickets:
General Admission – $35
Youth (ages 6-18) – $15
Children 5 & under – FREE

  • Famed Willapa Bay oysters hot off the grill and raw and other yummy food.
  • Great wines, local beer on tap, and other beverages are available.
  • No outside food or beverages permitted.

Buy tickets

https://www.tickettomato.com/event/9879/jazz-amp-oysters-2026