October 3 · 9–11am · Volunteer event

Treasure the Beach: Community Beach Cleanup

Meet in front of the Seaside Aquarium · Seaside Promenade

Start the month by giving the beach a little care. Check in at 9am outside the aquarium, where volunteers provide bags and gloves and explain how to take part. The cleanup happens on the first Saturday of each month and welcomes visitors as well as locals.

Participants can receive Beach Cleanup Coins redeemable at participating coffee shops and attractions. Wear layers and shoes suited to sand.

October 3 · Noon–3pm · Free

North Coast Land Conservancy’s 40th Anniversary Party

Circle Creek Conservation Center · 32825 Rippet Road, Seaside

Celebrate four decades of coastal conservation with food, drinks from Public Coast Brewing, dessert, music, and activities for all ages. A guided, approximately 0.7-mile South Trail Loop walk starts at 12:15pm. At 1:15pm, hear about the conservancy’s history and plans for the years ahead.

Bring a camp chair and dress for fall weather. Questions: 503-738-9126.

October 3 · 5–7pm · Free

First Saturday Art Walk

Historic Gilbert District · Broadway and Holladay, downtown Seaside

Make an evening of Seaside’s galleries and independent shops. This monthly walk brings art to the historic downtown district and celebrates its 22nd year in 2026. Browse at your own pace, then leave time for dinner nearby.

October 3 · 8–10pm · $5 cover · Ages 21+

Lucid Fusion Live at The Lyons Den

The Lyons Den · 600 Broadway Street, Suite 9, Seaside

Finish Saturday with a small-venue performance by Portland trio Lucid Fusion. Piano, guitar, and bass weave together classical, jazz, and world influences, with improvisation and original arrangements. The lineup features Kellyjoy Kanaley, Rory Kenner, and Alik Berg.

Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20 & 27 · 9am–5pm · Free while supplies last

Beach Towel Tuesdays

Seaside Welcome Center · 7 N. Roosevelt Drive, at Broadway

Turn a favorite vacation moment into a Seaside souvenir. Share a fun photo or short video of your visit publicly on social media using #SeasideOregon and #SeasideIsForFun, then bring your group to the Welcome Center and show staff your post.

The first five qualifying visitor groups each Tuesday can receive a limited-edition beach towel while supplies last. The 9am–5pm window is the Welcome Center’s Tuesday opening hours; towels may run out earlier.

Wednesday, October 7 · 5–7pm

Silent Reading Evening

Seaside Coffee House · 5 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside

Bring a book, magazine, or newspaper and spend a relaxed evening reading alongside the community. There’s no assigned title: choose whatever you’re enjoying and settle in for a quieter kind of outing.

The listing does not specify an admission charge; contact the coffee house for purchase requirements or other updates.

Friday, October 9 · 9:30–10:30am · Hike free; parking fees apply

Let’s Go Birding: Trestle Bay

Fort Stevens State Park · Meet at Parking Lot D

Join a park ranger to look for migrating shorebirds, waterfowl, and terns around Trestle Bay near the Columbia River. Beginners are welcome, and experienced birders are invited to share what they know.

Bring binoculars if you have them; a small number are available to borrow. Contact Ranger Dane Osis at 971-338-8030 or dane.osis@oprd.oregon.gov.

Fridays, October 9, 16, 23 & 30 · 1–3pm · Hike free; parking fees apply

Wild Mushroom Hike

Fort Stevens State Park · Meet at Battery Russell

Look closely at the forest floor on a ranger-led outing focused on finding and identifying wild mushrooms. No registration is required. Participants may bring mushrooms for identification.

Wear shoes suitable for damp trails and bring a rain layer. For event questions, email dane.osis@oprd.oregon.gov or strand.sheldahl@oprd.oregon.gov.

Friday, October 16 · 9:30–10:30am · Hike free; parking fees apply

Let’s Go Birding: Coffenbury Lake

Fort Stevens State Park · South Coffenbury Lake parking lot

Explore the lake with a ranger and look for the area’s resident forest and water birds. This outing welcomes every experience level. Bring binoculars if possible; a few loaner pairs are available.

Questions: Ranger Dane Osis, 971-338-8030. The afternoon mushroom hike also runs this day, from 1–3pm at Battery Russell.

Saturday, October 17 · 10am–noon

Salmon Celebration

Broadway Park · 1300 Broadway Street, Seaside

Celebrate salmon, local river ecology, and community culture at this family-friendly gathering. Activities include storytelling, a drum-painting demonstration, and a weaving table with the Chinook Indian Nation, alongside live music, fish printmaking, educational fishing games, and casting practice.

The program also lists raffle items, Fish Man, Coffee for Coho, and complimentary water and nonalcoholic drinks. Admission pricing is not specified in the listing. Event information: 503-717-1458.

Thursday, October 22 · 4–7pm · $10 per person / $30 per family

Spaghetti Feed

Camp Kiwanilong · Warrenton, Oregon

Join Seaside Kiwanis Club and Camp Kiwanilong for a community dinner that supports youth programs, camper scholarships, and improvements at camp. It’s a chance to share a meal while helping local children experience the outdoors.

A hand-built wooden canoe and two matching paddles will be on display for a separate fundraiser raffle. Raffle tickets are $100 each, limited to 100; the drawing occurs after all tickets sell. Dinner admission and raffle tickets are separate.

Sunday, October 25 · 5:30–7pm · Listed admission: $60

10th Annual Founder’s Night

Seaside Civic & Convention Center · 415 First Avenue, Seaside

The Wildlife Center of the North Coast presents its Seabird Soirée, an evening supporting wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation education. The program includes a seasonal multi-course dinner by Oregon Fine Foods, live and silent auctions, and stories about the center’s work.

Check the event’s ticket link for availability and final admission details before making plans.

Wednesday, October 28 · 4–7pm · Free

Haunted Hotel: If These Walls Could Talk

Best Western Plus Ocean View Resort · 414 N. Prom, Seaside

Put on a costume for a family-friendly evening of haunted halls, a glowing maze, and a Glow Party with a live DJ. Children can trick-or-treat through the hotel, with food and drinks available at Ocean Café & Bar.

Admission is free. For questions, call 503-738-3334.

Friday, October 30 · Day 1 of 3 · Free event

Halloween Happenin’s: Opening Night

Downtown Seaside · Check the organizer for parade meeting details

The Seaside Visitors Bureau lists the weekend kickoff on Friday with a 6pm Surrey Parade. Decorate a surrey in Halloween style and join the festivities.

The festival spans multiple days; “all day” on the calendar describes the festival dates, not continuous activities. Use the specific activity times below to plan your visit.

Saturday, October 31 · Day 2 of 3 · Free event

Halloween Happenin’s: Halloween Day

Quatat Park & downtown Seaside

Saturday’s program brings costumes to the water and treats to downtown. The Visitors Bureau lists:

• 10am — Witches & Warlocks Paddle: launch a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard at Quatat Park, behind the Civic & Convention Center. Costumes are welcome; the paddle is listed as rain or shine.
• Noon–2pm — Halloween Activity Zone: local businesses host children’s games at Quatat Park.
• Throughout the day — Downtown trick-or-treating: visit participating businesses during their available hours.

Sunday, November 1 · The weekend continues

Stay for the giant pumpkin drop

The published Visitors Bureau schedule continues with a 10am Pet Parade, noon–2pm Trunk or Treat, and the 3pm Giant Pumpkin Drop near the Turnaround at the end of Broadway. It’s a fun reason to extend your October getaway into Sunday.