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Holiday Edition 2025 Family Owned Businesses

Shopping Local & Events

• Candy Cane Express, pg 4

• Santa coming to Wheeler, pg 5

• Gingerbread Party, pg 6

• Bay City, pg 8

• Festival of Trees, pg 9

• Tillamook County Special Events, pg 10-12

• Rockaway Beach events, pg 13

• Bay Ocean Community Chorus, pg 13

• Tillamook Air Museum Santa and The Grinch, pg 13

• Monday Musical Concert, pg 13

• Cannon Beach events, pg 14-15

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Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day Weekend Pages 10-12

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From the editor

‘Tis the season for joy, merriness and family. We are here to help you prepare.

At this time of year, more than ever, it is important to support our family-owned, local businesses, where you can find a wide variety of gifts, including north coast products, candy, toys, cards, games and much more.

Peruse this guide to find those businesses, get great gift ideas and plan holiday activities with your family using the included event calendar.

Will Chappell Editor

HOLIDAY EDITION FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS 2025

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1906 Second St., Tillamook, OR 97141

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Hope Chest Thrift Shops

Visit our two retail store locations in Nehalem and Rockaway Beach, where you’ll find a wide variety of personal and household items. We are proud to be 100% volunteer-run, with 100% of our proceeds benefitting local charitable organizations throughout Tillamook County.

OVER $2,250,000 have been given back to the community since 1998.

If you’d like to donate items for resale in our shops, contact us during business hours at 36345 HWY 101 North Nehalem, OR 97131 503-368-4461

26 HWY 101 South Rockaway Beach, OR 97136 503-355-3333

End your year with a financial donation to Hope Chest Thrift Stores Call 503-355-3333 for information or send a check to PO Box 204, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136

Hours: Wed.-Sat. 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Donations Accepted: 12:00pm - 3:30pm

Hours: Wed. - Sat. 10:00am - 4:00pm Sunday 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Donations Accepted: During store hours as space allows. To find out more about the kinds of donations we can accept and to learn more about our organization, go to hopechestthriftshop.org

Thank you for supporting our mission and helping us give back to the Tillamook County community!

The Spot in Garibaldi Family owned, featuring locally sourced seafood

Spot-On homestyle canned fish are caught by Garibaldi fishers including myself on our boat the Bentus. All fish are filleted by me in Garibaldi and we only sell our cans from our store located on the docks in the Port of Garibaldi. This year we are proudly offering coho salmon, smoked albacore, albacore tuna, albacore with garlic, albacore with jalapeno and salt free albacore. Cans are 8 ounces and cases are 24 cans, coho salmon price is $7.50 per can or $180 a case, and albacore tuna is $9.50 per can and $220 per case. We ship cases by USPS to anywhere in USA for $20. As a thank you for our customers for a great 12 years we are offering free shipping on full cases through the rest of 2025.

We are a mom-and-pop seafood market started in 2013 when my wife Lisa and I transformed our dock into your seafood destination. I catch most of the fish that we sell and we buy from Garibaldi boats to supplement our stock.  We specialize in live seafood offering live crabs, live shellfish as

well as live lingcod, cabezon and rockfishes. Since 2019 we have smoked our own fish, oysters and scallops right here on the dock. We also cater to sports fisherman offering custom filleting and crab cooking.

- Kelly Barnett

The Spot Garilbaldi, Oregon

THE SPOT

We are a fishing family business and we are offering free USPS shipping anywhere in USA on full cases of tuna or coho salmon through rest of 2025. Coho salmon cases are $180.00 for 24 8 ounce cans or $7.50 per can. Albacore tuna cases are $220.00 for 24 8 ounce cans or $9.50 per can.

Available flavors are albacore tuna, smoked albacore, jalapeno albacore, garlic albacore, no salt albacore and coho salmon

We take orders over the phone Store: 503-322-0080 Dock: 503-812-1602

304 Mooring Basin Garibaldi, OR

Hop aboard the Candy Cane Express this holiday season

As the holiday season gets under way, the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad is once again offering its festive Candy Cane Express starting November 28.

Offering one-hour, nonstop roundtrips departing and arriving at Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad’s (OCSR) Garibaldi depot, the trains feature decorations indoors and out, and tickets include hot cocoa and cookies.

Established in 2003, OCSR offers scenic rides along the Port of Tillamook Bay’s rail line, usually between the cities of Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach, with occasional trips extending to Wheeler.

Though it is most busy in the summer as tourists flock to the coast, in recent years the railroad has been focusing on expanding its offerings into the fall and winter.

Since Labor Day this year, the railroad has already run its Moonlight Express, a nighttime ride

geared at adults, Halloween Coast Train, Oktoberfest Excursion Train and Fall Splendor excursions taking in the beauty of changing foliage.

After the end of Fall Splendor Excursions in mid-November, the railroad will take a one-week break for Thanksgiving before launching the Candy Cane Express on November 28. Trains will run Friday through Sunday that week and the first three weeks of December, as well as Monday, December 22, and Tuesday, December 23. Departure times vary depending on the day and a full schedule is available on the railroad’s website.

For the Candy Cane Express, steam engines will pull three enclosed cars and one open-air, with Santa Claus visiting on each trip.

Check out oregoncoastscenic.org for more details, a full schedule for the Candy Cane Express and to purchase tickets.

Santa Claus is Coming to Wheeler

The Old Wheeler Hotel presents a festive weekend celebration on December 20th and 21st, 2025. This annual holiday event combines local artisan shopping with a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

On Saturday and Sunday, browse an indoor artisans fair featuring local vendors perfect for last-minute holiday shopping. The market showcases handcrafted gifts and unique finds from the region’s talented makers, all within the historic charm of the Old Wheeler Hotel.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive on Sunday, December 21st from noon to 4 p.m.

to meet with children and families. Complimentary hot chocolate and cookies will be served throughout the afternoon, adding to the cozy, festive atmosphere. It’s an ideal opportunity for holiday photos and making special memories with the little ones.

The weekend events are free and open to all ages. Whether you’re finishing up your gift list or simply enjoying the coastal community spirit, this celebration captures the magic of a small-town Christmas on the Oregon coast. For more information, contact the Old Wheeler Hotel.

A Holiday Meet and Greet with Santa Claus Himself! SATURDAY DEC. 13TH 11AM-2PM AT PACIFIC RESTAURANT

Make wreaths, decorate cookies and gingerbread houses, enjoy special musical performances, and get photos with the big man himself!

Run, Run as fast as you can…

Twin Rocks Friends Camp hosts 2nd Annual Gingerbread Party

Provided by Twin Rocks Friends Camp

For the second year in a row, a fun-filled, family Christmas event with holiday themed activities, food, and music will be hosted at Twin Rocks Friends Camp on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The Gingerbread House Party is an open invitation to the

community to come partake in the merriment and visit the Twin Rocks campus.

“Last year we had 400 guests, it was a really great event that brought the community together. So, we wanted to recreate and grow on it,” Twin Rocks Development Director Liz Seume said.

“This year we’ve expanded our stained-glass painting activity, added ornament making, are hosting a modern-day nativity play, and have a snow globe photo opportunity.”

Entry to the event is free with happenings located inside many of the camp’s buildings.

“This is a great time for the community to visit the campus and get to know our organization a bit better,” Seume said.

Guests can participate in several no-cost activities such as the stained-glass art project, ornament making, cocoa and popcorn snacks, and story

time with Mrs. Claus. Santa will also be available for photos with a professional portrait photographer. Families will receive their free photos via a digital link. Admission to the event is free, but an RSVP at twinrocks.org/camp/gingerbread-house-party is politely requested.

“We’re providing families with a joyful Christmas event where they can spend time together in an interactive environment,” Seume said.

Guests can also reserve slots to participate in fee-based activities including: a wreath making class, gingerbread house decorating, and overnight stay accommodations.

“The gingerbread houses are real food with real ingredients: molasses, ginger, and all the spices. You’ll actually want to eat these when you’re done,” Seume said.

Each gingerbread house is

$15 and the cost of the wreath making class is $20. All supplies and clean up are included. To reserve your spot, visit: twinrocks.org/camp/gingerbread-house-party/. Payment will be collected at the event.

The Undertow (on campus coffee shop) will be open at the event with espresso drinks available for purchase. In the dining hall, German themed

concessions like bratwurst and pretzels will also be on sale.

“This is a chance for families to interact together and focus on the joy of the season,” Seume said.

Parking is free and staff will be onsite to direct guests.

Twin Rocks Friends Camp & Conference Center is located at 18705 US 101, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136.

Let Us Brighten Up Your Holidays!

The Bakery Next Door

Celebrating 3 years in operation!

Donuts and pies are our specialties. Let us do the baking this year!

Order your Thanksgiving and Christmas pies by calling (503) 354-2520 by November 25 and Dec 21

The Fern has been a staple of Tillamook county since the 1930’s.

Our family has owned The Fern for 12 years. We are a family-style restaurant serving breakfast all day.

The Fern is open 7 days a week 7 a.m.-8 p.m. closing at 2 p.m. on Tuesdays. (503) 842-4133

Thanksgiving

Pies

Order by 11/25

Pick up by 3pm, 11/27

Christmas Pies

Order by 12/21

Pick up by 3pm, 12/23

Cream pies ($28) Banana Peanut butter coconut chocolate Fruit pies ($24) Pumpkin apple peach strawberry rhubarb marionberry cherry

Marionberry Cobbler also Bakery hours 6am-3pm

Bay City

Liane Welch & David McCall

Mayor & City Manager City of Bay

City, Oregon

It’s a wonderful time to be in Bay City. As we prepare for winter storms, more and more houses showcase their holiday cheer through the lighting on their houses and in their yards.

LASAGNATHON

There are also some great community events that bring cheer into our hearts and joy into our lives. Some things I’m looking forward to this year:

The Bay City Arts Center’s annual Lasagnathon takes place December 6th at 5:30 pm. No where else can you feast on many types of lasagna while supporting a good cause!

December 13th our Fire Department will lead festively decorated vehicles throughout town on the Porch Parade. Cars gather at 5 p.m. in front of Fire Station 41 and depart at 5:30 p.m.

KOIN and CW featured Bay City Kitchen on their Oregon Harvest documentary this November, in which viewers met not just owners Kathy and Derek, but also several local family suppliers. This incredible team will put on the Feast of 7 Fishes on December 21st and a New Year’s Eve Celebration on December 28th.

I cannot exaggerate the pride felt the past few weeks seeing our community come together to support

those in need as SNAP benefits were suspended. Some provided nourishment at our Trunk or Treat event, while others filled barrels with food for the Oregon Food Bank. Bay City Kitchen decided to contribute their proceeds from Thursday dinners to the Oregon Food Bank, which was then matched by a charity to double the impact.

It is such an honor to serve this community!

A festival you’ll never fir-get

By Chelsea Yarnell Guest Contributor Tillamook Headlight Herald

While many still have turkey dinners on the mind, the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum is gearing up for a tree-mendous time that you won’t want to miss.

The 21st annual Festival of Trees fundraiser returns this December with an expanded schedule to allow for even more people to enjoy the magic of the season. Festival of Trees includes four events: three, free community celebrations and the traditional Festival Fundraiser Gala and Silent Auction.

“We’re delighted to expand beyond our usual one-night event to create a month-long Christmas celebration to bring together our community and supporters,” Tillamook County Pioneer Museum Director Peyton Tracy said.

To harness the festivity of the most wonderful time of the year, the Museum will be decked and trimmed with Christmas décor including 12 Christmas trees graciously sponsored by Museum supporters.

“One big change coming this year is that we will still have our forest of Christmas trees, but they will not be for auction,” Tracy said. “Instead, we hope you will help us to sponsor and decorate full-sized and tabletop trees that will be displayed with your name and logo the entire month of December.”

A Fireside Chat will kick of the month on Friday, December 5 at noon. During this time, guests are invited to visit with Museum staff and board members, as well as some of the Museum’s valued community partner organizations. Visitors can get a sneak preview of upcoming exhibits and projects, as

well as learn more about the important work the Museum does to preserve and interpret Tillamook County’s cultural and natural heritage. A second Fireside Chat will be hosted on Wednesday, December 10 at 4 p.m. Fireside Chats are free and open to the public. Then, come marvel at the festive forest during the Twinkling Trees Family Night on Saturday, December 6, from 3-7 p.m. The evening will correspond with the City of Tillamook’s Christmas Tree lighting ceremony and light parade festivities. The Museum’s doors will be open and admission is free for visitors to enjoy the decorated trees, snap family photos, and participate in a kids’ holiday scavenger hunt.

Concluding the month is the Festive Fundraiser slated for Wednesday,

December 17. This year, the Museum has added a Christmas Tea which will be hosted from 2-4 p.m. with light hors d’oeuvres and beverages, Christmas music, and special silent auction items exclusively for afternoon guests. Then at 5 p.m., the Gala and additional silent auction will begin and go until 8 p.m. with light dinner items, complimentary drinks, and social time; all while surrounded by history and Christmas delights.

“There will be good food, good music, and good friends brought together to support the museum during the holiday season,” Tracy said. “This event wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible community, far and wide. We are so grateful to be a part of a community that supports each other.”

Tickets to the Festive Fundraiser are $40 a person and include admission to both the Christmas Tea and Gala events. Tickets can be purchased online beginning November 1 at tcpm.org or in person at the Tillamook County Pioneer Museum.

“With your help, we’re one step closer to meeting our mission of preserving and presenting Tillamook County history for all,” Tracy said.

Silent auction contributions, sponsorships, and monetary donations are accepted to support the Museum’s biggest fundraiser of the year. If you wish to support the Museum’s Festival of Trees event, email Community Engagement Coordinator Chelsea Yarnell at chelsea@tcpm.org or visit the Museum at 2106 Second Street in Tillamook.

Seaside

• Day After Thanksgiving Sale

Seaside Outlets

December 28

Mall stores open early for Black Friday sales. Biggest sale of the year! Free donuts, hot chocolate and donuts while supplies last. Enter to win the free “Pick A Duck For a Prize” promotion. Gift wrapping booth.

• Kiwanis Christmas Tree Stand

Seaside Outlets

December 1

Fresh evergreen trees for sale.

Celebrate the Holidays 2025

Special Event Highlights Thanksgiving Weekend through New Year’s Day Weekend

• Pictures with Santa Seaside Outlets

December 13 & 14, Noon4 p.m.

Holiday pictures with Santa Claus Cannon Beach

• A Carol for Tiny Tim Coaster Theatre Shows through December 21

A Carol for Tiny Tim is a warm and wonderful play takes place 15 years after Scrooge’s miraculous transformation as he continues to honor Christmas in his heart. Tickets starting at $30.

WEATHER READY EXTERIORS

• Mimosa Madness Weekend

Various Cannon Beach businesses

November 28-30

Enjoy the charm of downtown Cannon Beach, with many shops offering extended hours, storewide sales, and festive beverages.

• Christmas Cookie

Decorating

Cannon Beach Bakery

November 29, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

A free community Christmas cookie decorating event

• Wreath making workshop

Cannon Beach Chamber Community Hall

November 29, December 4, and December 6

Enjoy festive holiday music, cookies, and a warm beverage as you create a beautiful holiday wreath. $25 per wreath.

• ‘Name That Tune’ Window Display Contest

Cannon Beach

December 1-20

Obtain a playing card from the Cannon Beach Chamber. Visit businesses around town to determine which holiday tune matches their window

display. Submit your completed card to the Chamber for a chance to win a gift basket of local products.

• Cannon Beach In Lights

Cannon Beach

December 1-31

Wander downtown Cannon Beach and take in the magic of Cannon Beach in lights! Vote for your favorite at cannonbeach.org.

• Cannon Beach Library Holiday Tea

Cannon Beach Library

December 6, 1-4 p.m.

Cozy up at the library, enjoy home-baked cookies, tea, and cider, and enter the annual Quilt Drawing!

• Lamp Lighting Ceremony

Sandpiper Square

December 6, 4 p.m.

This beloved Cannon Beach holiday tradition! Kick off the season with performances, songs, a visit from Santa, lamp lighting, and more! Free to the public.

• Tolovana Arts Colony Holiday Bazaar

Cannon Beach local shops

December 6-7, December 13-14

Shop locally-made arts, crafts, and gifts.

• Operation Candy Cane

Downtown Cannon Beach

Nightly at 6 p.m.,

December 11, 12 and 13

Santa will be traveling the streets of Cannon Beach on a decorated fire engine with local firefighters handing out candy canes to those who come out with cans of food or items for the warming center and local food bank.

• A Frosted Holiday Celebration at the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum

The Cannon Beach History Center & Museum December 20, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

This festive event is free and open to all ages, offering a day filled with warmth, creativity, and holiday cheer! Join in a festive coloring contest and face painting for the kids. Decorate cookies, enjoy the hot cocoa bar and special surprises throughout the day. Sponsored by Cannon Beach Chocolate Café.

• Caroling downtown Cannon Beach Meet at the Cannon Beach Chamber

December 20, 4:30 p.m. After caroling, warm beverages will be offered in the Chamber Community Hall.

• Kids Ornament Making Manzanita Visitor Center

November 29

• Holiday Cookie Decorating Manzanita Visitor Center

December 20

• Holiday Scavenger Hunt Manzanita Visitor Center

December 27

• Kids Ornament Making Manzanita Visitor Center

November 29

• Holiday Cookie Decorating Manzanita Visitor Center

December 20

• Holiday Scavenger Hunt Manzanita Visitor Center

December 27

• Gallery opening reception: Daniela Molnar & Julie Moore

“Local Materials” Hoffman Center for the Arts

December 6, 3-5 p.m. Free and open to the public

• Wrapping paper patterns community art night Hoffman Center for the Arts

December 12, 5–8 p.m.

Print your own custom kraft wrapping paper with holiday-themed hand carved stamps. $15 per person.

Nehalem

• Riverbend Players presents: “The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon”

NCRD

December 5–21

A hilarious spoof of the classic holiday TV movie formula (think Hallmark and Lifetime)

Wheeler

• Old Wheeler Hotel Presents: A Festive Weekend Celebration

December 20-21

Browse an indoor artisans fair featuring local vendors with handcrafted gifts and unique finds Featuring Santa Claus is Coming to Town on December 21, 4 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will engage with children and families, a perfect picture taking opportunity. Complimentary hot chocolate and cookies. The weekend’s events will be held at the Old Wheeler Hotel.

Rockaway Beach

• Rockaway Beach Shop Small Sweepstakes www.RockawayBeach. net/shop-small November 1December 30

This holiday season when you shop at participating Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, and Wheeler

businesses keep your receipts and submit them via email (info@ RockawayBeach.net) or drop them off at the Visitor Center Caboose for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate. For full sweepstakes rules and details visit the website above.

• Rockaway Beach Tree

Lighting Ceremony

At the Wayside November 28, 6:30 p.m. Caroling, cookies, and hot cocoa all while awaiting Santa’s arrival on the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad. The Rockaway Beach Chamber of Commerce will host free family ornament decorating.

• Rockaway Beach Fire & Rescue Holiday Bazaar

Rockaway Beach City Hall & International Police Museum

November 28, 29, & 30 Two locations with over 20 vendors with unique gifts.

• Gingerbread House Party

Twin Rocks Friends Camp

December 6, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free activities: photos with Santa, stories with Mrs. Claus, kids’ ornament making, and a giant “stained glass” nativity painting. Live music, caroling and delicious food available for purchase.

Garibaldi

• Candy Cane Express Train

November 28 –December 23

Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Beautifully decorated

both inside and out, this steam-powered train ride is complete with complementary hot cocoa and cookies. Write letters to Santa while awaiting a visit from the man in the red suit himself! This round-trip excursion departs Garibaldi and runs to Rockaway Beach for a one hour round trip ride.

Bay City

• Red Tide concert Bay City Arts Center

November 28, 7 p.m. Tillamook’s alternative hard rock band since 1995. General admission tickets $15.

• Lasagnathon Bay City Arts Center

December 6, Doors open 5:30 p.m., Dinner 6 p.m. 25th anniversary fundraiser to support the Bay City Arts Center. Come celebrate with cheesy lasagna goodness (with veg, gf options), Silent Auction, Community Art Gallery and Live Music with Matt Didlake.

Tillamook

• Shop Small Sweepstakes

Tillamook Chamber of Commerce, Various locations in Tillamook Through December 31, the Chamber hosts the Shop Small Sweepstakes, coordinating weekly giveaways and a grand prize drawing to encourage shoppers to come downtown.

• Holiday Wreath Making Tillamook Forest Center

November 28, 29, & 30 Bring the beauty of the forest home this winter by creating a winter wreath.

Participants will use a variety of natural materials that were harvested from our very own state forests. $40 for wreaths and $10 for cone bird feeders.

• Tillamook United Methodist Church Annual Christmas Bazaar

3808 12 th St. Tillamook

December 5, 4-7 p.m.

December 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.:

Featuring Pick a dozen cookies, Jewelry, Attic treasures, gift baskets, ornaments, crafts.

Credit Cards accepted.

• 66th Annual Christmas Bazaar

St. Joseph Catholic Church (Cloverdale)

December 6, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Fresh cinnamon rolls, polish dogs, jams, jellies, household decorations and quilt raffle. Proceeds dedicated to South County Charities.

• Santa Claus & The Grinch Tillamook Air Museum

December 6, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Bring your letters and have them sent to the North Pole. Photographs with Santa and cookies.

• Tree Lighting Ceremony and Light Parade

Laurel Ave (Tillamook City Hall)

December 6, 3–7 p.m.

Pictures with Santa, coloring contest, food and drink, followed by light parade.

• Twinkling Trees Family Night

Tillamook County Pioneer Museum

December 6, 3-7 p.m.

Free admission to the Museum decorated for Christmas. Kids holiday scavenger hunt.

• 5th Annual Santa Land Pacific Restaurant, 205 Main Ave, Tillamook

December 13, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE event to all sponsored by Tillamook Revitalization Association. Photos with Santa, Cookie Decorating, Wreath Building, and Holiday Music - Fun for the whole family!

• Christmas Jamboree Tillamook United Methodist Church Sunday, December 7, 2 p.m. Presented by Monday Musical Club of Tillamook

• A Tillamook Christmas Tillamook United Methodist Church

December 13, 2 p.m. Presented by the Bay Ocean Community Chorus. Free concert.

• Winter Carnival Tillamook High School

December 13, 3–6 p.m. Fundraiser for TSD9 K-6 schools. Games, activities, prizes, and food.

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STEAL YOUR HOLIDAY CHEER

*Annual Percentage Rate effective 11/1/25 and expires 12/31/25. Loan amount dependent upon credit worthiness. Existing FFCU and TLC loans not eligible. Payment example: A $2,000 loan at 8.99% APR for 12 months has a $176 monthly payment.

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Pacific City

• Rockaway Beach Shop Small Sweepstakes www.RockawayBeach. net/shop-small

This holiday season, support your favorite Rockaway Beach, Garibaldi, and Wheeler businesses and get rewarded for shopping local! The Rockaway Beach Shop Small Sweepstakes gives you entries for every purchase you make at participating shops and restaurants. Submit your receipts via email (info@RockawayBeach. net) or drop them off at the Visitor Center Caboose. Every dollar spent increases your chances of winning from the $1,500 in gift certificates, with no purchase required for one free entry. Celebrate local, shop small, and enjoy the excitement of winning while boosting our coastal community.

• Rockaway Beach

Christmas Tree Lighting & Ornament Decorating Day After Thanksgiving, 5 p.m. Kick off the season at the Rockaway Beach Christmas Tree Lighting, where the Rockaway Beach Chamber of Commerce will host free family ornament decorating. Create a festive keepsake together and choose to hang it on the Town Christmas Tree or take it home to enjoy year after year. With sparkling lights, holiday music, and family-friendly activities, it’s the perfect way to welcome the holidays.

• Holiday Giving Boxes: Support Local Families & Pets Spread kindness this season by donating at one of our Holiday Collection Boxes, located in the Visitor Center Caboose and Dollar General in Rockaway Beach.

Rockaway Beach

We are collecting: • New, unwrapped toys for Tides of Change and House of Grace, supporting families in need.

• Pet food and supplies (not accepting dog beds at this time) for Animal Haven By The Sea, helping local animals stay warm,

A Frosted Holiday Celebration at the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum

• Mimosa Madness Weekend: November 28th-30th

Make a big impact while shopping small this Plaid Friday/Small Business Saturday weekend! Enjoy the charm of downtown Cannon Beach, with many shops offering extended hours, store-wide sales, and festive beverages. More information on participating businesses coming soon.

• Wreath Making Workshop: November 29th, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., December 4th, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. & December 6th, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

A day of sweet holiday fun for the whole family! Saturday, December 20, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free & Open to the Public

The Cannon Beach History Center & Museum invites the community to get into the holiday spirit at its Annual Frosted Holiday Celebration on Saturday, December 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This festive event is free and open to all ages, offering a day filled with warmth, creativity, and holiday cheer!

Guests can sip and savor a delicious hot cocoa bar featuring cocoa from the Cannon Beach Chocolate Café, decorate cookies, join in a festive coloring contest, and enjoy face painting for the kids. Cozy up for story time, where classic holiday tales will be brought to life with a special appearance from the beloved Christmas Puffin, and maybe even a visit from Santa Claus himself!

New this year! Don’t miss Lucky Locks – Silk Hair Sparkles by Christy, a pop-up

experience that adds magic and luck to your locks! This festive addition is sure to bring extra shimmer and joy to the celebration.

Visitors can also look forward to special surprises throughout the day. The museum will be beautifully decorated for the season, offering the perfect backdrop for photos, laughter, and community connection.

“We love celebrating the holidays with our community,” says Executive Director Liz Scott. “This event is one of our favorite traditions, which is all about creating joyful memories and sharing in the magic of the season together.”

The Frosted Holiday Celebration is proudly sponsored by the Cannon Beach Chocolate Café, who will be providing the hot cocoa and cookies for the event. Their support helps make this sweet community celebration possible.

Gather your friends and family, and celebrate the holidays at the Cannon Beach History

Center & Museum, located at 1387 South Spruce Street, Cannon Beach, Oregon.

For more information, visit www.cbhistory.org or call 503436-9301.

Welcome to Haystack Holidays 2025

Cannon Beach, Oregon

Get creative at the Steidel Community Hall (207 N Spruce, Cannon Beach Chamber Building) at our annual wreath-making workshop! Enjoy festive holiday music, cookies, and a warm beverage as you create a beautiful holiday wreath. $25 per wreath. Recycle last year’s ring to receive a discount. Walk-in’s welcome! Offered on two Saturday’s from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.: November 29th and December 6th, and one evening class on Thursday December 4th from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

• Christmas Cookie Decorating: November 29th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cannon Beach Bak -

ery hosting a free community Christmas cookie decorating event on Saturday Nov 29th from 11 a.m. -1 p.m.

• Cannon Beach In Lights: December 1-31  Wander downtown Cannon Beach and take in the magic of Cannon Beach in lights! The fan-favorite business will receive a prize. Vote for your favorite display of lights via a survey- link to come. in our weekly e-newsletter, at cannonbeach.org, and on our social media channels. Voting ends December 31 with winners being announced the following day.

• ‘Name That Tune’ Window Display Contest: December 1-20

Stop by the Cannon Beach Chamber, (Mon.Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.), to pick up your playing card before visiting various businesses around town to determine which holiday tune matches their window display! You can also download/print your playing beginning Dec. 1st. Submit your completed playing card to the Chamber for a chance to win a gift basket of local products. The contest ends December 20 with the winner being announced the following day.

• Tolovana Arts Colony Holiday Bazaar:  December 6-7, December 13-14

For two weekends in December, join the Tolovana Arts Colony for their seventh annual Holiday Bazaar. Shop locally-made arts, crafts, and gifts. Opening Reception: 6-8 p.m., Friday Dec. 5th. Shop noon-5 p.m. on Saturday Dec 6th & Sunday Dec 7th, and the next weekend, Saturday Dec 13th & Sunday Dec 14th. More details about this event can be found here.

• Cannon Beach Library Holiday Tea: December 6 1-4 p.m.

Cozy up at the library, enjoy home-baked cookies, tea, and cider, and enter the annual Quilt Drawing! You do not have to be present to win. For more details, visit canonbeachlibary.org or call 503-436-1391. More details about this event here.

• Lamp Lighting Ceremony: December 6th, 4 p.m. Join us in Sandpiper Square for this beloved Cannon Beach holiday tradition! Kick off the season with performances, songs, a visit from Santa, lamp lighting, and more! Free to the public. For more information,

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call the Information Center at 503-436-2623. Watch the previous year’s lamp-lighting ceremony on YouTube.

• Operation Candy Cane: Nightly at 6 p.m. December 11, 12 and 13

“T’was the nights before Christmas and all through our town, the fire siren echoes, blaring its sound!” Santa will be traveling the streets of Cannon Beach on a decorated fire engine with local firefighters handing out candy canes to those who come out with cans of food or items for the warming center and local food bank. For more information about the event, visit here.

• Caroling Downtown Cannon Beach: December 20, 4:30 p.m.

Continue the time-honored tradition of spreading yuletide cheer caroling

downtown Cannon Beach! Meet at the Cannon Beach Chamber at 4:30 p.m. Printed song sheets will be available in both English and Spanish.

After caroling, warm beverages. will be offered in the Steidel Community Hall (207 N Spruce, Cannon Beach Chamber Building).   Lamp Lighting Ceremony