Arts

Meet the Makers: Cranberries, Oysters, Seafood & Coastal Craftsmanship on Washington’s Evergreen Coast There’s something special about discovering a place through the people who shape it. Across Washington’s Evergreen Coast, generations of makers, growers, fishermen, artists, and small business owners continue traditions deeply connected to the land and water. From...

Studios, galleries, and places where creativity meets the coast Washington’s Evergreen Coast is shaped by artists who draw inspiration from wide-open landscapes, working waterfronts, and small coastal towns. Creativity here is active and visible — found in studios, galleries, coffee shops, and outdoor spaces. Visitors can take a class, attend...

March 8–16, 2026 | Seaview & Ilwaco, Washington Each spring, the creative energy of the Evergreen Coast comes alive during Sou’wester’s Arts Week—a weeklong residency and public arts celebration rooted in collaboration, experimentation, and community. Returning in 2026, Arts Week runs March 8–16 and invites visitors and locals alike to...

Winter on Washington’s Evergreen Coast is a season of comfort, creativity, and coastal charm. As the shoreline grows quieter and the waves turn more dramatic, local communities warm up with welcoming experiences that invite you to slow down, reconnect, and savor the peaceful pace of the season. From steamy saunas...

Live music, fresh ocean air, and unforgettable views—summer on Washington’s Evergreen Coast doesn’t get much better. The Waikiki Beach Concert Series returns to Cape Disappointment State Park for the 2025 season, offering an exceptional lineup of free, family-friendly concerts set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Ocean. Running from...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But, when you live in one of the ten best coastal small towns, it includes a special kind of magic that you want to bottle up and share with your friends. The good news is that our coastal towns transform into a...

Our majestic scenery is a natural canvas when you visit our neck of the woods. Emerald green forests, indigo oceans, gunmetal skies, white-capped waves, and amber sunsets paint our landscape in a kaleidoscope of colors. But did you know you can embark on a treasure hunt to discover art installations in...

When you live in a place as inspirational as our part of the world, you’re a magnet for creativity. Our small towns are simmering with talented individuals. When you’re looking for live music in Pacific County, you don’t have to go too far. You’ll find the soundtrack to our shoreline...

Long Beach, Washington sits at the end of a long stretch of highway where the forest gives way to the coast — and first-time visitors almost always say the same thing: they didn’t expect it to be this good. That’s not a knock on their expectations. It’s a testament to...

When you are along the Pacific Coast, it is a spiritual, shifting canvas of beauty that is repainted every day. Something about it calls to an artist’s soul. They can hear the ocean’s siren song, pulling them toward her shores like the tides. So, it makes perfect sense that the...

Entertainment throughout Pacific County adds to the many things to see and do while visiting our small villages. Concerts,, plays, and nightly live music can be enjoyed throughout the year. Here are some upcoming performing arts events to add to your calendar:   Dec 10 – Tuba Christmas  After a...

Enjoy live music every night on the Long Beach Peninsula. Be sure to mark your calendar for annual festivals!