48th. Annual Sand Castle Contest - Saturday, June 9, 2012. Fun for the whole family. It's hard to tell whether the participants or spectators enjoy this event more. It all begins just after the morning high tide, and ends about 12 hours later as the next high tide reclaims the beach. The emphasis is on fun. Make your lodging reservations now and plan to be on the beach early to join in the excitement. The layout crew begins at daybreak. Sculpting begins around 730 am with judging around noon. Low tide is at 11 am and high at 6 pm. All cars must be off the beach by 4 pm. Volunteers are always welcome. Click for more info and photos of past events. Anyone can participate.

Plein Air and More - June 22-24, 2012. Artists will demonstrate how to paint, sculpt and photograph Cannon Beach, showing the town and coastline through their eyes. Artists will be at work throughout town from 11am to 4pm. Once completed, the artists take their work to the gallery representing them where it is available for purchase. See 2010 Event photos at Plein Air and More

Summer is an event in nature's air-conditioned Cannon Beach. It's a hubbub of people-watching espresso-drinking vacationers strolling down lushly landscaped Hemlock Street in and out of people, shops and galleries in search of nothing, but usually finding something just the same. Meeting and greeting old and new friends, they pause for lunch - taking in a slice of gourmet pizza, a croissant deli sandwich, a salad, or bowl of chowder with fish & chips. Then down to the beach before a mid afternoon visit to the ice cream and candy store, capped off with a fine dining experience and a sunset stroll - and all the while the shutters are clicking in hopes of capturing the perfect vacation forever. Welcome to Cannon Beach .. George Vetter

Book Sale - July 3-5, 2011, 2-6 p.m. at Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock 503-436-1391. FOURTH OF JULY BOOK SALE - 7000 used books on sale, most priced at 5 cents to $5, at the Cannon Beach Library, between Mariner Market and US Bank. Sponsored by the nonprofit, volunteer-staffed library to help cover library operations. Books are sorted by topics, displays will be restocked as needed, bargain bags on last day.

Independence Day Parade - Monday July 4, 2011, 11 am. A fun, small-town, everybody-get-in-on-the-act parade celebrating America. Weather permitting, this years parade will include a flyover by two F-15's of the Oregon Air National Guard. Pre-register on the day of the parade at the Legion Hall (1216 S Hemlock) from 9am to 11am. Sorry, no political entries. This year's parade marshall is still to be announced. At 11am the parade forms at Spruce and Monroe Streets and travels north on Spruce to 3rd (Duane Johnson Real Estate corner), then south on Hemlock back to the Legion Hall where there will be an open house for veterans. Call the Legion at 436-2973 or Nancy Teagle 436-0424 for more info. Photos

Summer Concerts in the Park
Summer Sundays thru Labor Day, 4-6pm. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy a music-filled Sunday afternoon in the park. Downtown City Park, 2nd and Spruce. Tolovana Arts Colony presents these summer, free concerts on behalf of the City of Cannon Beach and many local business sponsors. The 2011 season has concluded. Each season traditionally starts on the 4th of July. The North Coast Symphonic Band, conducted by Larry Johnson, performs. Concerts continue each Sunday through Labor Day weekend from 4-6 PM. The 2011 season consisted of the following:
Smoke & Mirrors.
Abbey Road Live - Beatles Tribute Band.
Cherry Cherry - Neil Diamond Tribute Band.
Mariachi Band.
Chris Parker Band.
David Valdez Brazilian Jazz.
Everyday People.
Small Town Bluegrass.
Linda Hornbuckle.

Choral Conductors Workshop and Concert 2012 dates still TBD. Choral conductors of choirs at all levels are invited to a workshop with Rod Eichenberger, a choral conductor with more than 50 years of experience. Eichenberger, who has taught choral conducting throughout the world as a member of three universities and as a guest artist at workshops and seminars, will headline a workshop coordinated by George Fox University at Cannon Beach Elementary School. Sessions will begin at 9 a.m. daily and include morning and afternoon sessions, with the week culminating with a concert on Friday night. [more]

For years, Cannon Beach has been host to Portland State University's Haystack Summer Program in Music and the Arts. For info, contact Heather Smith - director. Phone: 503-725-3175 or visit the website

Cottage Tour, Saturday September 2012 (date TBD). (9th Annual) Presented by the Cannon Beach Historical Society. The 2011 tour began at 10 a.m. and ended at 4 p.m. The wine reception, which was included in the cost of the walking tour was held at the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum began at 4:30 p.m. The Luncheon and Lecture was held from noon to 1 p.m. on Saturday at the Tolovana Inn. The lecture offered attendees an opportunity to learn the unique history of each home on the tour, while enjoying tasty treats provided by a local caterer. The lecturer was by local historian Mark Beach. Contact the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum Elaine Murdy, Operations Coordinator 503-436-9301 for ticket information and details.

Cannon Beach Farmer's Market - Tuesdays Mid June thru Sept from 1pm to 5pm for music and prepared food, 2-5 for the farmers. A wide variety of fresh local produce, herbs and hand crafted food products offered up in the Midtown parking lot by Haystack Rock. A Restaurant of the Week offers prepared food to eat on the spot. For more info visit CannonBeachMarket.org

Rock the Beach 5k/10k Run/Walk + BBQ - Annually in early October (check back for 2012 date) Cannon Beach Children’s Center Benefit Run. Beginning and ending downtown on the beach within view of Haystack Rock, the 5k/10k run/walk provides opportunities for all skill levels and abilities. Following the run is a BBQ. A Pre-Race Party the night before the event includes a different kind of coloring contest geared to artists and families. This takes place downtown at the Chamber Community Hall from 6-10pm. Wine, beer and tasty food accompany the contest. For info and registration see www.cbchildren.org. Updates on Facebook.

Dog Show on the Beach - Annual event in mid-October at Surfsand Resort (check back for 2012 date). A community event open to all dog lovers and guaranteed to make you smile. From the surf rider event to the barking contest, it's a fun day on the beach that benefits the Clatsop County Animal Shelter. 9a registration. Show runs 10am-4pm. 30 fun events. Hot Dog Roast. Ice Cream Social. call Surfsand 436-2274 for details.

Stormy Weather Arts Festival, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (Nov 2 - Nov 4, 2012) is Cannon Beach's fall celebration of the arts. Cannon Beach, home to many galleries and artists, comes alive with creativity. The galleries, shops, restaurants and motels all get in on the act - featuring musicians, artists, performances, and exhibits throughout the weekend. Friday night's Art event is an art lovers dream. Artists create and demonstate. Food, drink and original art created before your eyes by well known local and regional artists is an and irresistable Draw. Tickets sold only in advance. To purchase call 503-436-2623. Galleries and shops pour it on all day Saturday capped off with refreshments beginning in the late afternoon. Saturday evening at the Coaster Theatre is the Spotlight Concert Event. Call 502-436-1242 or 503-436-2623. [more info].

Women Only Weekend WOW - Nov 9-11, 2012. A fabulous pre-holiday shopping event. Cannon Beach rolls out the red carpet for women. A weekend getaway of pampering, shopping and camaraderie surrounded by the beauty and awe of the mountains, the beach and the ocean - an irresistible combination. See updates on Facebook or call 888-777-4047.

Haystack Holidays - Thanksgiving thru New Years. Experience the Holidays, Cannon Beach Style. If you are from a metropolitan area, you know how frustrating it can be going out during the holiday season - always too many people and not enough parking. Avoid the hurried, harried city pace and come to beautifully decorated Cannon Beach to enjoy relaxed, quality shops, galleries, seasonal events, live theater, and fine restaurants surrounded by the beauty and charm of Cannon Beach, the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Range. Events include Lamplighting, Library Tea and Cider, Wreath Making, Family Fun Camp and mid November to Christmas, live at the renowned Coaster Theatre - "Their special Holiday production!"

Cannon Beach Yoga Festival - 2013 date any info not yet available The 2012 event hosted an esteemed faculty of world class yoga teachers for a weekend of yoga, meditation, music, health & wellness treatments, art and local marine habitat & conservation activities and lectures. The small festival gave participants the opportunity to choose workshops with Yoga Masters: Aadil Palkhivala, Julie Gudmestad, Sarahjoy Marsh and others. As well as, enjoy the hospitality and beauty of the Oregon Coast. Weekend pass included 10 hours of classes, Morning Meditation, Welcome Gathering, Community Dance Party with Obo Addy, and Closing Ceremony for $325 / $295 early bird special by 1/15/12. Plus optional workshops like Yoga Figure Drawing. Space was limited. See the event website at www.cannonbeachyogafestival.com.

Savor Cannon Beach - Wine and Culinary Festival. March 7-10, 2013. Wine tastings, wine dinners and a wine walk. Event info at Savor Cannon Beach. This event is built around the Wine Walk - see next item in this list.

Winter Wine Walk - Saturday March 9th, 2013 from 2-5pm all over town. This is an important fundraiser for the Cannon Beach Children's Center and a very popular event for locals and visitors alike. Contact Catriona Penfield – director at Cannon Beach Children’s Center - director@cbchildren.org 503-436-1040.