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June 30, 2022
Volume 28, No. 13
Happy Independence Day July 4th events in Tillamook County will include parades, fireworks and wiener dogs T
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illamook County is a destination in the summer, mostly for the outdoor activities, but over Independence Day weekend, the area is vastly becoming known for July 4th headquarters for fun on the coast. With parades, three sponsored fireworks shows, vendors in the small towns that dot the landscape of Tillamook’s coast, and even a wiener dog race, the area has something for everyone to help celebrate our nation’s birthday. Area happenings Rockaway Beach The parade starts at 11 a.m. There’s nothing little about the Rockaway Beach Independence Day Parade. You’ll have to get there early if you want to get a good spot to watch the dazzling floats go by. Afterwards, head over to Phyllis Baker Park for the always-hilarious Annual Firecracker Wiener Nationals. This is the 15th Annual wiener dog races where a national champion Dachshund will be crowned. At 1:45 p.m. the Lions Club hosts its Treasure Hunt/Race at the beach behind St. Mary’s Catholic Church. All day at the Wayside you can check in at the information booth, visit at the Fire Department/CERT booth, purchase fireworks at the chamber’s booth, check out vendor booths, or enjoy a hot dog at the Lion’s booth.
Walk around town to see patriotic decorated homes and take in the annual Porch Parade. This annual contest has Rockaway Beach residents and businesses decorating their porches and front yards and storefronts to help celebrate the holiday and make the town look like a patriotic blast of red, white and blue. When dusk comes, head over to the Wayside behind the red caboose or find a comfy spot on the beach and get ready to watch the spectacular firework show that kicks off around 10 p.m. You don’t have to travel far to see what has been dubbed one of the most magnificent Independence Day celebrations on the northern Oregon Coast by USA Today and Coastal Living Magazine – you just have to get to Rockaway Beach and see for yourself. Each year the show is put on by the Rockaway Beach Volunteer Fire Department, and we think you’ll agree with the reviews that it truly is one of the best in the entire country. Oceanside Oceanside Centennial Celebration July 3, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 4 @ 9:00 am - July 5 @ 5:00 pm Oceanside is a unique community that is beloved by local residents and our visitors. It offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, with offshore rocks, beautiful sand beaches, and lots of wildlife, as well as a
The parade in Rockaway Beach starts at 11 a.m. on July 4th. In this Citizen file photo the Tillamook County Library was out in full force supporting reading and its services. strong community. Activities: Historical exhibit; Local flora and fauna exhibit; oral histories; live music; food booths; and a tribute to the Rosenberg family and birthday party on the 5th at 1:30. Sponsors: Tillamook Coast Visitors Association; Oceanside
Protection Society; Oceanside Community Club, and members of the Oceanside Community, special instructions – Parking is limited, but a shuttle parking is available along the road to Cape Mears lighthouse. Follow the signs. Food vendorsThe Blue Agate, the Surf Shop, The Schooner, and Bayside Market. Cloverdale The Pacific City - Nestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting Clovers Day Saturday July 2. It’s the 40th Annual event. Parade is at 11 a.m. down Hwy 101 led by Clover the Cow. Live music from the Perry Gerber Band will serenade the festivities which include: a vendor’s fair, a cruisein, a petting zoo, face painting, ice cream, “and more”. Staging for the parade begins at 10 a.m. at Nestucca High School, 34660 Parkway Drive, Cloverdale. The parade begins at 11 a.m. It descends Parkway drive onto Highway 101 at the flashing yellow light northward at 11 a.m. then north to Brook Street to circle through town a second time, finishing at the high school.
This photo by area photographer Marilyn K. Elkins is fireworks over Rockaway Beach captured last year.
Pacific City The Pacific City Fireworks show
is an annual event in Pacific City to celebrate 4th of July. Are you looking for some excitement and lights in the sky? We can’t think of a better way to celebrate 4th of July, than to see the spectacular Pacific City Fireworks. The Pacific City Fireworks show is located at the Bob Straub State Park.. Neskowin Walking parade at 10 p.m. on July 4th is slated and the Neskowin Women’s Club is hosting a book sale each year. Fireworks at dusk are sponsored by the Home Owners. Cannon Beach July 4. Cannon Beach Independence Day Parade. No fireworks in town because of the puffins / bird refuges. The north Oregon coast hotspot has the parade starting at 11 a.m., starting at Spruce St. Kids, bikes, old cars, decorated entries, and walking groups are welcome to enter with a special invitation to all Veterans. Call 503-436-2623. Lincoln City July 4, Lincoln City. Fireworks at dusk over Siletz Bay, which can be seen all over town.
Get ready for the Tillamook County Fair, it will be here before you know it
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he Tillamook County Fair is planned for August 10th through 13th. With a little something for everyone, this year’s fair is not to be missed. Open 10 a.m. – 10 p.m, Wednesday the 10th through Saturday the 13th, the Tillamook County Fair’s 2022 theme is “Hay Bales & Cow Tails”. The Tillamook County
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Fair’s carnival area opens at noon each day, with a variety of rides and games for kids big and small. Back by popular demand, Rainier Amusements will be offering “All You Can Ride” bracelets for $30 if purchased by Tuesday Aug 9th. Ride bracelets will be available for $40 during the Fair. Ride tickets will go on sale after 4th of July, only on the Fair’s website: tillamookfair.com Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing will again be providing four days of racing excitement, with races starting around 1 p.m daily, Wednesday through Saturday. Brad’s World Reptiles will be a fun focal point in Fair Acres, along with some of the favorite kids’ activities like Farmer For A Day
and educational displays from local school districts. The Tillamook County Fair’s Courtyard stage will host free entertainment for fair-goers each day, with Brad’s World Reptiles demonstrations, ice cream tasting contests, Brian Bon’s Powerhouse Percussive Dance, and more. The Fair’s Concert Series kicks off the Wednesday with Stone In Love, a Journey tribute band. Thursday’s night concert showcases The Marshall Tucker Band. And rounding out the concert series Friday is headliner Ryan Hurd. All concerts are free with your Fair admission. Concerts are held in the Averill Arena Grandstands starting at 8 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Of course, you don’t
want to miss the traditional Pig-N-Ford races, happening at 5:30 p.m. each night in the Grandstands. Saturday night culminates the end of the Fair with the annual Demolition Derby at 7:30 p.m. And what would a Fair be without food?! From coffee, elephant ears, corn dogs, and burgers…to pasta, tacos, Philly cheesesteaks, and deep fried Twinkies, you’ll never be hungry. Come for the food, stay for the fun!
The Tillamook County Fair runs Aug. 10-13, 10 a.m. -0 p.m. each day. Tickets will be on sale soon – check the Fair’s Facebook
page for up to date information. Visit the Fair’s website at www.tillamookfair.com or email TillamookFair@ TillamookFair.com