November Things To Do

Florence

November 1st and 2nd — Ladies of Elks Holiday Bazaar & Bake Sale

Holiday shopping, delicious baked goods, pies, desserts, jewelry, gift items, crafting supplies, and more! Plus, don’t miss out on Homemade Soup, Chili & Cornbread on Saturday from 11:30 AM-1:30 PM.

November 9th and 10th from 10 AM to 5 PM — Fall Fest – All Things Oregon

Looking for the perfect way to enjoy autumn in Oregon?  It’s Fall Fest! All Things Oregon at Driftwood Shores Resort & Conference Center! This two-day celebration of local artistry, food, and adventure is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in everything Oregon has to offer.

November 11th at 1 PM — Florence Veterans Day Parade

Florence Veterans Parade is an annual event that celebrates and recognizes the brave men and women who have served our country in uniform. Come together to honor their sacrifice and dedication.

November 12th from 12 PM to 6 PM — Exploding Whale Memorial Celebration

The 54th Annual Exploding Whale Memorial Celebration is a commemoration for the 1970 event where a beached sperm whale was blown up with dynamite, causing a mess and setting a lesson to not do so again. Join the quirky fun at Homegrown Brewery and Public House!

November 29th and 30th from 10 AM to 4 PM — Florence Festival of Trees

The Oregon Coast Military Museum is hosting their annual Florence Festival of Trees with a free open house on Friday and a ticketed gala on Saturday evening. On Friday, which is “family day”, Santa will visit from 1 – 3 p.m. Children’s activities include a scavenger hunt, face painting and more. Walk through a winter wonderland with festively decorated holiday trees and wreaths sponsored by local businesses.

Yachats

November 8th through 10th from 10 AM to 8:30 PM — Yachats Celtic Music Festival

The festival is continuing the popular daytime “pub style” format at the Commons. The doors open Friday at noon with free entertainment in the Commons. Enjoy three days of free, and ticket required concerts, workshops, jamming, dancing, vendors and whisky tasting. Celtic inspired food and beverages will be available in the Commons during the festivities. Five concerts will take place in the beautiful Yachats Community Presbyterian Church.

November 9th from 12 PM to 3:30 PM — ONA Wine Tasting and Pop-Up Market

Indulge in a sensory journey and immerse yourself in the world of boutique Oregon wineries, where every sip tells a story and every bottle holds a unique experience. Meet passionate wine makers and discover the artistry behind each pour. Enjoy tastings from 8 featured wineries and take advantage of exclusive discounts on your favorite bottles at the pop-up wine market. Relax on the heated and enclosed patio for an afternoon you won’t want to miss! Tickets on sale now for $35, or $40 at the door. Featured wineries: ANCHOR VALLEY WINES, PETER WILLIAM, CROFT, NORTHBAR CELLARS, VALCAN CELLARS, DWELL, ROBULOUS WINES, CIRCADIAN CELLARS

Newport

November 2nd and 3rd at 7:30 PM or 2:00 PM — Utterly Transported – Newport Symphony Orchestra

Let your spirit soar and be transported to divine and majestic heights! Maestro Adam Flatt has created a vibrant season with diverse and inspiring music from Finland, France, Germany, Poland, Russia, and the United States.

November 9th from 10 AM to 4 PM – Coastal Creations Artisan Market

Need a head start on holiday shopping and want to support our amazing local artists? Come check out the Coastal Creations Artisan Market! Going strong since 2017, this market is one of their biggest events and vendor space sells out in days. This market has a great variety of treasures to explore, from paintings to fiber arts, wood working, metal arts, prints and cards, crochet, quilted items, soaps and body care products, and the ever popular cheesecake guy will be back! Admission is free.