Local Events in Mason County
Whether you’re here for the day, night or a local looking for a new adventure, there’s usually something to do every night of the week in Mason County. Save the date for our big events in Mason County, invite your friends and family, and come all that Mason County offers.
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PNW Herbal Workshop
Sparky Mountain Wellness and Arts is hosting a 2.5-hour Ayurvedic & PNW herbal workshop at 221 W. Railroad Ave., Ste. 13. Learn about infusions, decoctions, ethical foraging, and herbs that support digestion, heart health, skin, and more.
Best Friends Fridays – “Lucky & Charming”
Shop antiques, vintage finds, décor, treats, and more at participating stores all within five blocks. Wear green, grab a friend, and enjoy extended evening shopping.
Ribbon Cutting | Powers Music & Recording – New Location
Powers Music & Recording has a new home in Shelton! Stop by the ribbon cutting and be among the first to explore the expanded space on Cota St.
Casey Freedom Live | El Sarape Cantina
Lake Stevens Americana singer-songwriter Casey Freedom brings an evening of honest lyrics and traditional folk sound to El Sarape Cantina in Shelton. No cover, just great live music.
First Kitten Rescue Garage Sale of 2026 | Kitten Rescue of Mason County
Score some great deals and support a great cause. Kitten Rescue of Mason County's first garage sale of the year is back with something for everyone — and almost everything just $2.
St. Paddles Day at Alderbrook (Copy)
Celebrate the beginning of the spring paddling season at the annual St. Paddle's Day! Join Alderbrook for non-sanctioned races, clinics, vendor booths and demonstrations.
Irish Blessings High Tea with Tamarack Tea Co.
☘️ Irish Blessings High Tea in Belfair!
Join Tamarack Tea Co. on March 14 at 23710 NE State Hwy 3 for a themed high tea featuring Irish Breakfast tea, catered treats, and dress-up hats encouraged.
Only 32 seats available — reserve yours today!
Forest Festival Coronation Night
The 2026 Forest Festival launches with Legends of the Timber at Shelton High School. Meet scholarship contestants, see this year’s winning button design, and celebrate the crowning of the 2026 Royalty Court.
The Brothers Doobie
A high-energy tribute to the Doobie Brothers and Michael McDonald, featuring all the classics—from “What a Fool Believes” to “Black Water.” A relaxed afternoon concert with a familiar sound fans know and love.
Celtic Spoons St. Patrick's Day Celebration | Bent Bine Brew Co.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Belfair with live Celtic spoon music, great craft beer, and a special food menu at Bent Bine Brew Co.
Comedy Open Mic
Ever wanted to try stand-up or share a great story? Now’s your chance at El Sarape Cantina’s Open Mic Night! 🎙️ Sign-ups at 6 PM, show starts at 7 PM. A fun, supportive crowd and a night full of laughs await!
Empty Bowls 2026 – Glaze a Bowl
Get creative for a good cause. Join the Shelton Arts Commission to hand-build your very own ceramic bowl — and help fight hunger in Mason County.
Kayaking & Oyster Shucking Tour
Kayaking & Oyster Shucking Tour with Hood Canal Adventures — paddle Hood Canal, spot wildlife, learn to shuck oysters, and harvest fresh oysters right off the beach. A 4-hour guided adventure launching from Yelvik’s Beach in Brinnon.
Tide Pool Exploring Kayaking Tour
Tide Pool Exploring Kayaking Tour with Hood Canal Adventures — a 2.5-hour guided paddle focused on intertidal marine life, wildlife viewing, and hands-on learning along Hood Canal’s shoreline in Brinnon.
Darkwood Nights LARPing Weekend
Join a three-day LARP adventure in 10th century Brinnon, where supernatural creatures walk among us and legends come to life. Costumes, lore, and immersive storytelling in a dark forest setting—Darkwood Nights awaits.
Tarot & Tea at The Bouchard Boutique
Enjoy a personal tarot reading, curated tea by Tahuya Tea & Herbals, sweet treats, swag bags, and 10% off boutique shopping.
Limited to 12 guests — advance tickets required.
Ethan Tucker @ El Sarape Cantina
Ethan Tucker Live! Fri, Oct 17 | 7–9 PM | El Sarape Cantina
Reggae, blues, rock & soul. Full bar & Mexican food | No cover • 21+
Steeped in Strength | Women's History Month Networking Tea Party
Celebrate Women's History Month over tea, light bites, and meaningful conversation. The Youth Connection invites women across Mason County to connect, unwind, and inspire.
Kayaking & Oyster Shucking Tour
Kayaking & Oyster Shucking Tour with Hood Canal Adventures — paddle Hood Canal, spot wildlife, learn to shuck oysters, and harvest fresh oysters right off the beach. A 4-hour guided adventure launching from Yelvik’s Beach in Brinnon.
Tide Pool Exploring Kayaking Tour
Tide Pool Exploring Kayaking Tour with Hood Canal Adventures — a 2.5-hour guided paddle focused on intertidal marine life, wildlife viewing, and hands-on learning along Hood Canal’s shoreline in Brinnon.
Kayaking & Oyster Shucking Tour
Kayaking & Oyster Shucking Tour with Hood Canal Adventures — paddle Hood Canal, spot wildlife, learn to shuck oysters, and harvest fresh oysters right off the beach. A 4-hour guided adventure launching from Yelvik’s Beach in Brinnon.
Tide Pool Exploring Kayaking Tour
Tide Pool Exploring Kayaking Tour with Hood Canal Adventures — a 2.5-hour guided paddle focused on intertidal marine life, wildlife viewing, and hands-on learning along Hood Canal’s shoreline in Brinnon.
Empty Bowls 2026 – Soup & Bread Dinner
Get creative for a good cause. Join the Shelton Arts Commission to hand-build your very own ceramic bowl — and help fight hunger in Mason County.
Easter Bunny Photos Benefitting Adopt-A-Pet | Rain Or Shine Pets
Bring the whole family — pets included — for springtime photos with the Easter Bunny, all benefitting Adopt-A-Pet of Shelton Washington.
Kaitie Wade Live | El Sarape Cantina
A night of live country vibes at El Sarape Cantina in Shelton. Grab your friends and come enjoy Kaitie Wade performing live — no cover charge.
Free Easter Bunny Photos | Shelton Outfitters
Skip the mall and bring the whole family — kids and pets welcome — for free Easter Bunny photos at Shelton Outfitters. No appointment needed, just hop in line!
Vintage Fire Engines @ Station 21
Meet your local firefighters and explore vintage fire trucks at this free community open house at NMRFA Station 21 in Belfair.
Southside Booster Club Fundraiser
The Southside Booster Club Fundraiser Auction is coming to The Pavilion in Shelton. Food, drinks, auctions, and a 50/50 raffle — all supporting Southside students.
Kayaking & Oyster Shucking Tour
Kayaking & Oyster Shucking Tour with Hood Canal Adventures — paddle Hood Canal, spot wildlife, learn to shuck oysters, and harvest fresh oysters right off the beach. A 4-hour guided adventure launching from Yelvik’s Beach in Brinnon.
2026 Legislative Wrap-Up
🏛️ 2026 Legislative Wrap-Up in Shelton
Hear directly from Sen. Drew MacEwen, Rep. Dan Griffey, and Rep. Travis Couture about key decisions from this year’s legislative session.
📍 Shelton Civic Center
🥐 Breakfast at 7:45 AM | Program at 8:00 AM
RSVP required by March 25 at 5 PM by calling (360) 426-2276 or emailing Karin@choosemason.com.
The Lady Drinks Whiskey @ Lake Nahwatzel
Join The Lady Drinks Whiskey at Lake Nahwatzel Resort! No cover, all ages welcome—call ahead to reserve your table!
Kyle James @ El Sarape Cantina
🎸 Live Music at El Sarape Cantina
Friday, April 3 | 6–9 PM
Kyle James performs live
No cover | 21+
Start your weekend with music, drinks, and good vibes in Shelton.
Spring Bazaar
Shop local at the Spring Bazaar at the Pavilion Events Center in Shelton. Over 25 vendors, handmade gifts, baked goods from Senior Center members, plus lunch and coffee available — all supporting the Mason County Senior Activities Center.
Sammy Steel @ El Sarape Cantina
🎸 Live Music at El Sarape Cantina
Friday, April 10 | 6–9 PM
Sammy Steel performing live
No cover | 21+
Bring some friends and kick off the weekend in Shelton.
HSMC Kitten Shower | Humane Society of Mason County
It's kitten season! Help welcome the new babies at the Humane Society of Mason County's Kitten Shower — donate supplies, meet the kittens, and enter a raffle.
Canal Cookout | Brine on the Canal
Fresh Hood Canal oysters, waterfront views, and an evening worth savoring. Join Union City Market and Alderbrook Resort & Spa for a seaside feast you won't forget.
Bingo Night @ Potlatch Brewing
Join the fun at Potlatch Brewing Co. for Bingo Night—free to play, all ages welcome, and prizes for winners! Bring the crew and enjoy a great night in Hoodsport!
2026 Dahlia Tuber Sale | Lynch Creek Farm
Stock your garden with stunning dahlia varieties straight from one of the region's favorite flower farms. Lynch Creek Farm's annual Tuber Sale is a must for flower lovers.
MidAtlantic Men
Two Americans. One Brit. One fun question: who has the better music—U.S. or U.K.? Expect Broadway-level vocals, big sing-along hits (Beatles, Elvis, Queen, Madonna, Elton John + more), and plenty of humor in between.
Comedy Open Mic
Ever wanted to try stand-up or share a great story? Now’s your chance at El Sarape Cantina’s Open Mic Night! 🎙️ Sign-ups at 6 PM, show starts at 7 PM. A fun, supportive crowd and a night full of laughs await!
Joel Gibson Jr. – Solo Acoustic Performance | Casey's Bar & Grille
Award-winning Pacific Northwest country artist Joel Gibson Jr. brings his solo acoustic show to Casey's Bar & Grille in Belfair for an intimate two-hour set.
Trivia Night @ Potlatch Brewing
Join Potlatch Brewing on the 4th Friday of each month for Trivia at the Brewery! Win gift cards for 1st and 2nd place, all are welcome.
Beginning Macramé Plant Hangers Workshop | Olympic College Shelton
Learn the basics of macramé and walk away with a finished plant hanger in this beginner-friendly workshop hosted by Dream Maker Creative and Olympic College Continuing Education.
Yankee Romantics: Voices of the Second Boston School | Great Bend Center for Music
A stunning afternoon of American Romantic chamber music featuring the works of Amy Beach and George Whitefield Chadwick — two pioneering voices who shaped the nation's musical identity.
2026 Shelton FFA Plant Sale | Shelton High School
Stock up on veggie starts and flowers while supporting Shelton High School FFA students — grown right in their own greenhouse and sold fresh for spring planting season.
Adopt-A-Pet’s 20th Annual Plant Sale
🌸 Adopt-A-Pet’s 20th Annual Plant Sale is back!
Saturday, May 9 from 9 AM–3 PM at the OURCU Parking Lot, 2948 Olympic Hwy N in Shelton.
Trees, annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, veggies & more — all supporting Adopt-A-Pet.
Mother's Day Dash
🏃♀️ Celebrate Mother’s Day on the move
The Mother’s Day Dash returns Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Huff N Puff in Shelton. A family-friendly, timed 4-mile run or walk supporting the Karen Hilburn Cancer Fund.
Sign up and spend the morning with Mom in a fun and active way.
Comedy Open Mic
Ever wanted to try stand-up or share a great story? Now’s your chance at El Sarape Cantina’s Open Mic Night! 🎙️ Sign-ups at 6 PM, show starts at 7 PM. A fun, supportive crowd and a night full of laughs await!
Joel Gibson Jr. – Solo Acoustic Performance
🎸 Live music at Alderbrook!
Award-winning country artist Joel Gibson Jr. brings his solo acoustic show to Union, WA. Authentic storytelling, big baritone vocals, and over 1,000 shows worth of experience.
📅 Friday, May 29 | 6–8 PM 📍 Alderbrook Golf Club – Union, WA 🌐 Open to the Public
#ExploreHoodCanal #LiveMusic #JoelGibsonJr #MasonCounty #HoodCanal #CountryMusic #EclecticOutlaw
I Was a Stranger | Great Bend Center for Music at Faith Shelton
The Great Bend Chorale closes their 2025–26 season with a powerful program exploring mercy, grief, and the welcome of strangers through choral music rooted in folk, classical, and multicultural traditions.
NAMIWalks 2026 | Walk for Mental Health with NAMI Thurston Mason
Join NAMI Thurston Mason for a 2-mile walk at Shelton High School in support of mental health awareness, education, and community connection. Every step makes a difference.
Hammer the Inlet @ Hammersley Inlet
Get ready to Hammer the Inlet with this 11 mile kayak race. You’ll start at slack and paddle as far as you can to the entrance at the Sound and take the swift flood current back.
Empty Bowls 2026 – Create a Bowl
Get creative for a good cause. Join the Shelton Arts Commission to hand-build your very own ceramic bowl — and help fight hunger in Mason County.
Karaoke Night with Great Bend Chorale | Wilde Irish Pub
Karaoke meets choir in Shelton's loudest, happiest sing-along. Grab a pint, grab a mic, and sing your heart out alongside the Great Bend Chorale.
A Year in Bloom: Daffodils (Narcissus) Floral Workshop
🌼 A Year in Bloom kicks off in Shelton
House Flowers presents a daffodil (Narcissus) workshop at Marmo. Learn cultivation tips, history, and create your own locally grown floral arrangement to take home.
Limited to 10 guests | 21+ | $80 tickets
Sourdough Bread Workshop
🍞 Want to bake real sourdough? This hands-on Sourdough Bread Workshop at Olympic College Shelton covers starter care, shaping, baking, and troubleshooting—plus you’ll take home starter + dough to bake the next day.
Annual Wilde Auction – Supporting Southside Alumni Educational Trip
🍀 Get Wilde for a great cause in Shelton!
Join the Annual Wilde Auction at Wilde Irish Pub to support Southside Alumni on their DC/NYC educational trip. Live and silent auction items with more being added.
A fun night out that helps local students travel and learn.
Southside Booster Club Family Event: BINGO!
Join the Southside Booster Club on Friday, March 6 at 6:30 PM in the Southside Gymnasium in Shelton. Open to families Kindergarten through 7th grade — come be part of the fun and support your school community!
Kitty Mae @ El Sarape
Kitty Mae performs live at El Sarape Cantina in Shelton on Friday, March 6, from 6–9 PM. A two-time Northwest CMA Award winner, she brings high-energy country music and honky-tonk vibes for a fun Friday night out.
The Lady Drinks Whiskey @ Union Square Deli
Join The Lady Drinks Whiskey at Lake Nahwatzel Resort! No cover, all ages welcome—call ahead to reserve your table!
The Lady Drinks Whiskey @ Lake Nahwatzel
Join The Lady Drinks Whiskey at Lake Nahwatzel Resort! No cover, all ages welcome—call ahead to reserve your table!
Paint and Sip Scuba Tank!
🐙🎨 Paint & Sip at YSS Octopus Gardens
Get creative painting a discarded scuba tank—bring your own or grab one at the shop. Materials provided. Tickets required. Bring a friend and have fun with YSS! 💜
Live Music with Cody Bartels
Cody Bartels performs live at El Sarape Cantina on Friday, February 27, from 6–9 PM. 21+, no cover, food and drinks available.
North Mason Chamber Annual Awards Gala
The North Mason Chamber of Commerce hosts a Vintage Circus Gala on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 6–10 PM at Alderbrook Resort & Spa. Circus-inspired attire encouraged, with dinner, entertainment, awards, raffles, and a silent auction. Tickets required.
Open Mic Night at Alderbrook Golf Club
A casual night of live, local talent at Alderbrook Golf Club. Open to the public, Open Mic Night welcomes performers of all kinds and those who just want to listen and enjoy. Reservations recommended.
Mason County Childcare Community Engagement Session – Belfair
Join the EDC of Mason County and Mason Matters on Thursday, February 26 from 2–3 PM at North Mason Regional Fire Authority in Belfair. Review childcare survey results and share your input on expanding access to affordable, quality childcare.
Can’t attend? Another session is March 4 in Shelton.
Karaoke Night at Alderbrook Golf Club
Sing, listen, or just enjoy the fun during Karaoke Night at Alderbrook Golf Club. Open to the public from 5–7 PM, this casual evening is perfect for friends, date night, or anyone ready to grab the mic. Reservations recommended.
National Margarita Day at El Sarape Cantina
National Margarita Day is an all-day party at El Sarape Cantina with $5 margaritas, all-you-can-eat street tacos, and drink specials. Stop by anytime and celebrate one of the best food holidays of the year.
Nate Todd @ The Geoduck
Emerald Towns Alliance hosts indie artist Nate Todd for a relaxed night of roots-forward live music at the Geoduck in Brinnon. Free, community-focused, and easygoing — just show up and enjoy.
Guided Hood Canal Ecology Hike
Join Olympic College Continuing Education for a guided 2.5-mile hike near Hoodsport. Discover how native plants shift from lush river valleys to scenic ridge views overlooking the canal.
Sara Tweed at The Cantina
Sara Tweed plays live at El Sarape Cantina on Friday, Feb. 20, from 6–9 PM. A relaxed night of live music, dinner, and drinks in downtown Shelton.
Valentine’s Dance
The Youth Connection hosts a Valentine’s Dance on Friday, February 20 from 5:00–7:30 PM for ages 12–24. Live DJ, door prizes, games, pizza, and awards make it a fun, semi-formal night for everyone.
Comedy Open Mic
Ever wanted to try stand-up or share a great story? Now’s your chance at El Sarape Cantina’s Open Mic Night! 🎙️ Sign-ups at 6 PM, show starts at 7 PM. A fun, supportive crowd and a night full of laughs await!
Wade in the Water
🎻 Wade in the Water — a moving chamber concert featuring music by William Grant Still and Florence Price at Shelton Presbyterian Church. Spirituals, folk tunes, and big American sound in an intimate setting.
Sweetheart Banquet
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Sweetheart Banquet at North Mason Bible Church on February 14. A full dinner and dessert bar are included. $50 per couple. Sign-up deadline is January 25.
Valentine’s Day Dinner Special
Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club offers a Valentine’s Day dinner from 5–8 PM with a limited menu featuring steak, chicken, seafood add-ons, and desserts. Reservations required.
Love is in the brine!
A romantic five-course, all-inclusive dinner featuring local oysters, seasonal courses, Hood Canal seafood (clams, mussels, geoduck), a choice of mains, and dessert. $75 per person. Reservations recommended.
Valentine's At Loblollly Lavendar
Loblolly Lavender Farm hosts Valentine’s Weekends February 7–8 and February 14–15 from 12–6 PM. Enjoy fire pits, Valentine’s hot cocoa, a cozy farm atmosphere, and lavender gifts in Shelton.
The Waddington Brothers Live
Authentic bluegrass and Western music from four brothers who live the sound they perform. Part of the Mason County Community Concert Association’s 2025–26 season. Adults $30 • Kids free with paying adult • Season passes available.
This Murder Was Staged – Dessert Theatre at Connection Street Theatre
Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend with dessert and a laugh at This Murder Was Staged, a humorous murder mystery at Connection Street Theatre. Three performances, $15 tickets, dessert included, and cash-only tickets at the door for same-day entry.
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