The Port of Ilwaco will welcome one of the Long Beach Peninsula’s most entertaining automotive traditions when the 24th Annual Ilwaco Slow Drag returns Friday, September 11, 2026. Unlike a traditional drag race, the goal of a slow drag is … Continue reading 24th Annual Ilwaco Slow Drag Rolls Onto the Waterfront September 11
The roar of classic engines will be joined by guitars, vocals and danceable rhythms during Rod Run weekend, with live performances scheduled Friday and Saturday at North Beach Tavern, Siren’s Cove Pizzeria and Ilwaco Cider Company. From vintage swing and … Continue reading Rod Run Weekend Brings Live Music Across the Long Beach Peninsula
The roar of vintage engines will return to the Long Beach Peninsula when the Beach Barons Car Club presents the 42nd Annual Rod Run to the End of the World, September 11–13, 2026. One of the Peninsula’s largest and most … Continue reading 42nd Annual Rod Run Brings Classic Cars and Coastal Excitement to Ocean Park (Schedule of Events)
The allure of classic cars lies in their timeless design, nostalgic charm, and the artistry of an era gone by. These vintage vehicles, with their polished chrome, sleek lines, and powerful engines, evoke a sense of history and craftsmanship that … Continue reading Rod Run 2023 Gallery revisited: Celebrating Classic Cars cruising from Ilwaco to Ocean Park
Blues fans from across the Pacific Northwest will gather in Ocean Park on August 14–15, 2026, as the Peninsula Blues Festival returns with two days of outstanding live music, camping, vendors, and a beer garden. Presented by North Coast Productions, … Continue reading Peninsula Blues Festival running today at 1245
The 44th NW Garlic Festival returns to Sheldon Park in Ocean Park, Washington, with a full day of live music on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Hosted by the Ocean Park Area Chamber of Commerce, the longtime community celebration combines garlic-inspired … Continue reading Music Takes Center Stage at the 44th NW Garlic Festival
Electric bicycles and electric scooters have transformed short-distance transportation. They make it easier to get around without a car, provide mobility for people who may no longer be comfortable riding a conventional bicycle, and can help older adults remain active … Continue reading E-Bikes and Electric Scooters Are Growing in Popularity — But Falls Can Be Far More Serious for Seniors
Wildfire smoke doesn’t have to be nearby to affect your health. Smoke from fires hundreds of miles away can travel across the Pacific Northwest, bringing dangerous fine particle pollution (PM2.5) that can worsen breathing problems, heart disease, and other health … Continue reading Protecting Your Health During Wildfire Smoke: Practical Steps for Everyone, Especially Older Adults
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 … Continue reading Jazz & Oysters Returns to Nahcotta for 40th Anniversary Celebration
The Peninsula Saddle Club is inviting families, rodeo fans, and visitors from across the Pacific Northwest to celebrate one of the Long Beach Peninsula’s longest-running traditions as the 78th Annual Long Beach Rodeo rides into town for a weekend packed … Continue reading 78th Annual Long Beach Rodeo Returns with Family Fun, Tradition, and Western Excitement
