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Discover Events in Mason County!
Mason County is a diverse and vibrant community with a wide range of exciting events happening throughout the year. From community and music festivals to oyster extravaganzas, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Join us in Mason County and experience the unique culture and creativity this region has to offe.
Whether you're a local resident or a visitor, the events in Mason County offer an enriching and unforgettable experience. Mark your calendar, gather your friends and family, and come be a part of the vibrant events that make Mason County a truly special place.
David Shannon Ireland’s Greatest Showman
Often referred to as Ireland's Greatest Showman, David Shannon has been singing professionally for more than 25 years and is renowned for his engaging performance style and charming personality.
Spring Farm Swap Meet
Early Day Gas Engine & Tractor Association Branch 245 presents the Annual Spring Swap Meet featuring farm machinery, antiques, collectibles, household, hand made and more! Great food, good time on a great setting with free admission.
Magic & Madness
An enchanting evening at the ACA’s 2024 MadHatter Spring Fundraiser, where magic and generosity merge in a breathtaking ambiance.
Shelton Farmers Market
Visit the market in its new location on Coata Street and support small local growers and others to make their fresh, local, and seasonal produce and handicrafts available to the community, and to support farming efforts in Mason County and adjoining counties.
Matlock Old Timers Historical Fair
The fair celebrates Matlock heritage in timber industry, draft horses, early day machines and motors, blacksmithing, antique booths, kids activities, handcraft items, historical events, agricultural events, food, fire wood raffle, prizes, and live music.
Chili Cook Off & Auction
The Martha Reed Foundation presents their annual Chili Cook Off at Bob’s Tavern.,
Opening Day at Vance Creek Railriders
Enjoy the unique experience of pedaling the historic Simpson Timber Railway in Washington’s beautiful Olympic Peninsula. Nature enthusiasts, birders, cyclists, and rail fans are sure to relish the peace and tranquility of our trip. OPEN – May 20 through October.
Hoodsport Arts and Crafts Vendor Fair
Head to the Lake Cushman Golf Course clubhouse to enjoy Local vendors and artists. Lean about your community and meet your neighbors!
Mosquito Fleet's Spring Fling Event
Mosquito Fleet will celebrate this annual event with wines for tasting and food pairings along with a sneak peek taste of their Griffersen Dessert Wine served in dark chocolate cups. Great music, fantastic food and loads of fun!
FjordFest (formerly Shrimpfest)
The Hood Canal ShrimpFest festival in Brinnon is back! Hosted Memorial Day weekend (May 28- 29) from 10 AM - 6 PM, the festival offers a fun-filled weekend of Hood Canal Spotted Shrimp, food, games, and entertainment.
Mason County Forest Festival
For 80 years Mason County Forest Festival has been proud to host a celebration to welcome friends, families, neighbors and visitors from all over that celebrates our rich forest traditions. Forest Festival includes the entire community in it’s annual celebration. Mason County’s Forest Festival 2024 theme for is “Bunyan & Babe.”
Goldsborough Creek Run
Lace up your sneakers because on June 1, during Mason County Forest Festival, the MGHF Centennial Guild Goldsborough Creek Run will take place once again!
Tour de Mason Lake Bike Race
A 20, 32 or 44 mile circuit with medium and rolling hills past beautiful scenery. Ride through rural Mason County, Washington around serene Mason Lake. Past riders have seen deer, eagles, coyotes, and other wildlife. Snacks and water served around the 20 mile point. A swag bag is provided at registration and a cold beer and/or Olympic Mountain Ice Cream at the finish line for all participants.
Fjordin Crossin & paddle the canal
Fjordin Crossin is a fun family event that celebrates an Aquavit tradition of sending a barrel of Aquavit in a ship from Norway across the Equator and back again. The Fjordin Crossin Aquavit crosses the Hood Canal, the largest Fjord in the lower 48.
MotoAmerica SuperBike Races at the Ridge
MotoAmerica is coming to Shelton! Enjoy three days of racing and fast bikes! The weekend also includes Grand Prix go karts, a mini GP race on the kart track, food vendors and surprise entertainment throughout the weekend. Tickets start at $25.
Cruisin’ Throug Time Car Show
Join the Mason County Historical Society & the Shelton Downtown Merchants in a new version of an old tradition. Plan to shop, eat and grab a coffee or cocktail at our many downtown eateries, bars, and retailers.
Bluegrass from the Forest
Head to Shelton for an invigorating three day music festival featuring national Bluegrass artists and bands, jam sessions and workshops for kids and adults.
Saltwater Songwriters Festival
A gathering of great songwriters at a magical waterfront venue. On-site lodging packages available! (21+)
Expo & Bite of Mason County Street Fair
Expo offers residents and visitors a chance to check out local services, retailers, and restaurants in a fun, casual atmosphere.
2024 Allyn Days | Salmon Bake & Geoduck Festival
Adventurers and Seafood fans gather to enjoy salmon bake (SAT) low tide mud run, oyster shucking competition, a vendor area for shopping, a beer garden, live music and dancing.
Grapeview Art & Water FestivaL
This waterfront festival offers inspiring arts & crafts, music, booths, and fun activities for the whole family.
Hoodstock Music Festival
Bring a boat and good company to listen and soak in the great music from local artists in a great atmosphere and scenic location at the “hood” of Hood Canal.
8th Annual Yesteryear Car Show
Head over to the Lucky Dog Casino for the 8th annual Yesteryear Car Show!
Hunter Farms Pumpkin Patch Open thru October
Celebrate all things fall at the Hunter Farms! Fall is a great time to visit the farm as they celebrate with a giant pumpkin patch, corn maze, as well as weekend entertainment and events.
West Coast Oyster Shucking Championship and Washington State Seafood Festival
OysterFest is hosted by the Shelton Skookum Rotary Club in Shelton, WA. Entering its 41st year, this two (and a half) day event attracts over 16,000 seafood enthusiasts and their families each year with activities, entertainment and delicious foods provided by local non-profits and volunteers.
Candy land Youth Festival
Armstrong Community Outreach presents a family fun event focused on youth! Enjoy the annual egg dash, youth crafters, artists and talent show —along with great activities, prizes and raffles!
National Parks Day - Free Admission
National Park Week is happening April 20 to April 28 this year. Entrance fees will be waived on April 20, 2024, to kick off the celebration and to encourage everyone to enjoy their national parks in person.
Denim & Diamonds Dinner Auction
Live, silent and dessert auction, dinner, wine and beer and lots of fun! Established in 2004, the mission of the Karen Hilburn Cancer Fund (KHCF) is to help Mason County residents.
2nd Annual Family Trout Pond Day at Verle's
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Trout Pond will be at Verle's LLC on April 13th for the 2nd Annual Trout Pond Day!!!
No license required, Verles and WDFW will provide all the gear.
The Commodores and The Spinners
Commodores and the Spinners perform LIVE at the Little Creek Casino events Center!
Union Easter Egg Hunt
Family friendly comment Easter Egg Hunt. — ages 0-12 - at Union Community Park.
Oyster Class at Hama Hama Saloon
You'll leave with the know-how to be a confident oyster consumer, however you choose to eat them... at home, in restaurants, or fresh off the beach.
Sounds Of Silence Tribute
The Sounds of Silence Tribute journeys back in time to the 1970s Greenwich Folk Village Scene, to a timeless era of music when lyrics and melody meant something more.
Youth Talent Auditions for Spring Festival
Do you know a talented youth (5-18) that would like to be in a talent show? Armstrong Community Outreach is hosting you talent show auditions for their April all ages event!
Oyster Class at Hama Hama Saloon
Come to the oyster farm for a unique and fun oyster experience. These classes include a shucking lesson followed by lots of practice as you work your way through a comparative oyster tasting of bivalves near and far.
St. Paddles Day at Alderbrook
Celebrate the beginning of the spring paddling season at the 6th annual St. Paddle's Day! Join Alderbrook for non-sanctioned races, clinics, vendor booths and demonstrations.
Forest Festival Coronation
Area students compete for the honor of joining the 2024 Forest Festival Royalty Court as part of Mason County Forest Festival. The Queen of the Forest, Princess of Hemlock, Princess of Cedar, Paul Bunyan and Timber the Axe Man will be crowned,
Oyster Class at Hama Hama Saloon
You'll leave with the know-how to be a confident oyster consumer, however you choose to eat them... at home, in restaurants, or fresh off the beach.
Oyster Class at Hama Hama Saloon
Classes include a shucking lesson followed by lots of practice as you work your way through a comparative oyster tasting of bivalves near and far.
Oyster Class | Hama Hama Saloon
Classes include a shucking lesson followed by lots of practice as you work your way through a comparative oyster tasting of bivalves near and far.
Oyster Class | Hama Hama Saloon
Oyster Classes are back! Come to the oyster farm for a unique and fun oyster experience. These classes include a shucking lesson followed by lots of practice as you work your way through a comparative oyster tasting of bivalves near and far. Along the way, we'll explore how oyster culture varies from region to region, delve into wine pairings, experiment with condiments and preparation techniques, and tell a few jokes. You'll leave with the know-how to be a confident oyster consumer, however you choose to eat them... at home, in restaurants, or fresh off the beach.
14th Annual Polar Bear Plunge
Take the Plunge! The Plunge is open to anyone who raises a minimum of $30 to support local emergency workers. Not into getting wet? You can still support by entering the raffles and supporting the brave jumpers!
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes
With five comedy specials currently available, and another on the way, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes is shaking up stages all across America!
The Starlets
The Starlets take you on a musical journey through the 50s & 60s. This powerhouse female vocal trio performs the sounds of pop, doo wop, R&B, and Motown, and dazzle audiences with their fabulous costumes, sizzling choreography, and audience engagement.
Hell's Belles at The Skookum Creek Event Center (21+)
Hell’s Belles, AC/DC’s GREATEST TRIBUTE BAND is coming back to Skookum Creek Event Center for a New Years Eve Show to remember! Experience it LIVE at Little Creek Casino Resort!
Must be 21+ to attend.
Midwinter Bluegrass Festival
Three Olympic Peninsula Bluegrass Bands present a festival of music DEC 29, 2023. Tickets just $20.
Santa's Lil Helper Paint Party at The Bistro at Lakeland Village
Create a cute Santa-themed painting while enjoying food and drinks from The Bistro at Lakeland Village in Allyn! Let artist Michelle Tvedt guide you step-by-step while you sip!
Buy your ticket online now!
Hoodsport Holiday Celebration
Hoodsport is celebrating the holidays with a walking caroling family parade hosted by Great Bend Music. Enjoy vendors, food, drink and fun activities hosted by businesses along the way.
Lighted Boat Parade on Hammersley Inlet
Bundle up on the shores of Hammersley Inlet to watch this year’s Shelton Yacht Club Lighted Boat Parade. Have fun at this festive and unique light display done the Mason County way — on the water!
Oly Town Artesians vs Vancouver Lightning | Men's Arena Soccer
The Oly Town Artesians are back in action at home on Saturday, December 9! See the men’s team take on the Vancouver Lightning at 6 p.m. Game tickets are available at the gate and online.
Christmas on the Simpson Railroad
Imagine if the timber industry and The Polar Express combined creative forces to host a rustic holiday event… actually, you don’t have to imagine!
Visit the historic Simpson Railroad to hitch a ride and visit Santa!
Christmas Lights Paint Party at Spencer Lake Bar & Grill (21+)
Participate in a Christmas light themed paint and sip at Spencer Lake Bar & Grill! Instructor Michelle Tvedt will guide you through painting a beautiful holiday scene step-by-step. Buy your ticket now before they run out!
Hama Hama Holiday Market
Get into the holiday spirit PNW style by visiting Hama Hama’s Holiday Market. Browse unique crafts and gifts from local artisans, enjoy menu specials at The Oyster Saloon, shop discounted Hama Hama merchandise at the Farm Store, participate in non-denominational Christmas caroling, listen to live music and hang out with Jolly Saint Nick himself!
The Holiday Market is open the first two weekends in December! Everyone is welcome— no ticket or reservation required.
Festival of the Firs
This year the local communities are extending the Christmastown welcome to include not only the maze but a treasure hunt of decorated trees throughout the County, parades, Santa Claus visits, wagon rides, cookie and wreath workshops, live music, and so much more in the 1st Annual Festival of the Firs.
Quilbilly's Two Year Anniversary Celebration
Call now to reserve a table at Quilbilly’s four course wine tasting event as they celebrate two years!