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Oregon Coast Events

Oregon coast events often involve outdoor activities. Enjoy free family fishing days at coastal lakes, whale watching from ocean viewpoints, kite flying celebrations and sand castle exhibitions. The sand dunes are also host to sandboarding and ATV competitions, nature walks and much more! In Florence find community fairs, performing arts and golf tournaments. Below is a calendar of upcoming events.

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Always...Patsy Cline
August 17, 2012 - August 19, 2012
  • Event Times: Friday & Saturday 7 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $10, $25 season tickets
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  • Location: Florence Playhouse
  • Address: 208 Laurel St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1675

Always...Patsy Cline is more than a tribute to the legendary country singer who died tragically at age 30 in a plane crash in 1963. The musical play, complete with down home country humor, true emotion, and even some audience participation, includes many of Patsy's unforgettable hits such as Crazy, I Fall to Pieces, Sweet Dreams and Walking After Midnight.

Annual Coin Show
August 18, 2012 - August 19, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1994

Close to 50 vendors from Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California and as far away as Connecticut will participate. Exhibitors will display coins from the U.S. and around the world, including Greek and Roman coins, territorial gold coins and hundreds more.

Xwest Huck Fest
August 18, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 2 - 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Sand Master Park
  • Address: 5351 Hwy 101, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.6006

Huge and exciting sandboarding competition. This event determines the pro and amateur national sandboard champions in Big Air competition. All jumps and nothing but jumps!

Coastal Community Classic
August 25, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 10 a.m.
  • Event Admission: $75
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  • Location: Ocean Dunes Golf Links
  • Address: 3345 Munsel Lake Rd, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.3441

Gather your friends for a great day on the course. Entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, carts, and beverages on the course, a chance for prizes and a great barbecue to follow. Limited space available.

Murder Mystery and Light Dinner Night
August 25, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday
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  • Location: Siuslaw Pioneer Museum
  • Address: 278 Maple St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.7884

Figure out a murder mystery and enjoy a light dinner at the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum.

Summer Belly Dance Festival
August 25, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439

The Florence Dance Guild presents this family-friendly event, which includes dance workshops, daytime and evening performances, contests, prizes, vendors and more.

2nd Annual Siuslaw Open
September 06, 2012
  • Event Times: Thursday, 10 a.m. registration, 11 a.m. shotgun start
  • Event Admission: $95, $350 foursome
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  • Location: Sandpines Golf Links
  • Address: 1201 35th St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.2816

The major fundraising event of the year for Siuslaw Outreach Services. Lots of prizes and a Ducks vs. Beavers chipping contest. Entry fee includes golf, cart and BBQ dinner.

First Friday in Florence
September 07, 2012 - October 05, 2012
  • Recurring monthly on the 1st Friday
  • Event Times: Friday, 4 - 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Old Town Florence
  • Address: Bay Street, Florence, OR 97439

Old Town Florence merchants will stay open late for visitors to shop, explore and enjoy the summer evenings.

Rods N' Rhodies Invitational Car Show
September 07, 2012 - September 09, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday - Sunday
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  • Location: Old Town
  • Address: Bay St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.3128

Annual car show with over 150 top custom cars from around the western United States. Vendors, raffles, street cruise, street dance.

GALA Art Walk Bus Tour in Florence
September 08, 2012 - April 13, 2013
  • Recurring monthly on the 2nd Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday, 3 - 5 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439

Enjoy a free bus tour of five to six Florence art galleries. Meet artists, enjoy art and refreshments along the way.

Florence Indoor Yard Sale
September 15, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1994

Is it trash or is it treasure? You decide with bargains galore at this popular event.

17th Annual Chowder, Blues & Brews Festival
September 21, 2012 - September 23, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday - Sunday
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.3128

Annual festival mixing the sounds of blues and the taste of chowder. Then wash it all down with suds from some of the best area microbreweries.

Eugene Ballet Company presents All You Need Is Love
September 28, 2012
  • Event Times: Friday, 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $10 - $25
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1994

Eugene Ballet Company has grown to be one of the largest touring companies in the Western United States.

Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show
September 28, 2012 - September 29, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday, 8 p.m. & Saturday, 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $22.99, $18.99
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439

Marking a half century since the original Rat Pack's legendary Las Vegas performances at the Sands Hotel, Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show takes audiences on a journey back to the days of highballs, hi-jinks and happy hour with Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Joey Bishop and Dean Martin.

Second Annual Florence Festival of Books
September 29, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1994

This is an opportunity for book lovers, writers and publishers to meet and interact. It hosts about 60 authors, who will have their books for sale, and several publishers who want to meet prospective writers. Celebrate amazing reads with this annual event.

Pink Eye: A Pirate's Parrot in Peril
October 05, 2012 - October 06, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday & Saturday, 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $45
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.7529

Enjoy this comedy murder mystery show and movie.

The Barrel Jumpers
October 09, 2012
  • Event Times: Tuesday, 7 p.m.
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1994

Nashville's hottest new Bluegrass group is coming to FEC for a night of fun and music.

Halloween Party
October 27, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439

Three Rivers Casino & Hotel is having a Halloween Party! Come join in the fun, there will be music by Michael Tracey. The party will be hosted by Amy Clawson, with cash prizes.

Rich Little
November 09, 2012 - November 10, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $19.99, $24.99
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.7529

Come to Three Rivers Casino & Hotel and experience Rich Little - everyone of him!

Veterans' Day Parade
November 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Sunday, 1 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439

The 7th annual parade to celebrate all of America's Veterans. Experience a moving moment as the sound of 'Rolling Taps' echoes up Bay Street, accompanied by the silence of the crowd.

Many Hands
November 16, 2012 - November 17, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1997

Three Rivers Casino & Hotel is hosting an Artisian Fair on November 16th & 17th. Come shop for holiday decor of all sorts, enjoy refreshments & music!

Thanksgiving Dinner
November 22, 2012
  • Event Times: Thursday, Noon to 9 p.m.
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1997

Come to Three River Casino & Hotel this year for Thanksgiving dinner. With 3 great options you can't go wrong. You'll be Thankful no matter which you choose.

Civil War Tail Gate Party
November 24, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, TBA
  • Event Admission: $15
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1997

Watch the Civil War football game between Oregon State University and the Oregon Ducks. Open buffet, cash drawings & free gift included in admission.

Tom Cherones Book Signing
November 29, 2012
  • Event Times: Thursday, 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Florence Playhouse
  • Address: 208 Laurel St. (in Old Town), Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.902.9091

Tom Cherones, Emmy Award winning director of Seinfeld, will read/sign his first novel, a spoof on the old Hardy Boys classics. Sponsored by Port Hole Publications.

Art Fest
November 30, 2012 - December 01, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday, 4 - 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439

Art Fest features a number of artisans from up and down the coast showing off their newest and best creations in pottery, intarsia woodworking, fractal art, scarves of hand printed silk and velvet, fine woodturning, original paintings and pyrography, creative jewelry, sea glass earrings, bead weaving, purses and pouches.

Florence Holiday Festival
December 01, 2012 - December 15, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Saturday
  • Event Times: Dec 1 - Santa arrives; Dec 8 - cookie contest; Dec 15 Candy Cane Treasure Hunt!
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Historic Old Town Florence
  • Address: Bay Street area, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.3128

Enjoy holiday festivities in Historic Old Town Florence by lighting the Christmas Tree, Santa's arrival, a cookie contest, wreath contest and candy cane treasure hunt! December 1 - Santa arrives; December 8 - cookie contest; December 15 - Candy Cane Treasure Hunt! Watch website for details.

Popovich Pet Comedy Theater
December 07, 2012
  • Event Times: Friday, 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $12 - $19
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439

Straight from Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, this family-oriented blends unique comedy, juggling, and the extraordinary talents of everything from rats to ducks. Each of the show's 15 cats and 10 dogs were once strays, rescued from animal shelters.

17th Anniversary of the Annual Victorian Christmas
December 08, 2012 - December 16, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday - Sunday, 4 - 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Heceta Head Lightstation
  • Address: 92072 Hwy 101 S, Yachats, OR 97498

This holiday tradition is a great way to see the Heceta Head Lighthouse and go in the Keeper's House. Parking is available at the Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic View Point, just below the Keeper’s House, and a shuttle bus will take visitors from the park right to the front door.

Let it Snow!
December 12, 2012
  • Event Times: Wednesday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Tickets $12-$28
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  • Location: Concert Hall, Florence Event Center
  • Address: 715 Quince Street, Florence, OR 97439

The Shedd’s 5th annual Christmas show.

Game Show Mania!
December 15, 2012 - December 29, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
  • Event Times: Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: No cover
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439

Come enjoy Game Show Mania!

100th Anniversary of the Depot Building
December 16, 2012
  • Event Times: Sunday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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  • Location: Waterfront Depot Restaurant & Bar
  • Address: 1252 Bay St, Florence, OR 97439

Join Marianne Brisbane and her staff to help celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Depot Building. The Open House will feature food like Brunswick stew, wine and history about the depot. In addition, Michael Baker who goes under the artist name "soulbake" will be playing classical, Spanish and contemporary guitar and vocals.

Breakfast with Santa
December 21, 2012
  • Event Times: Friday, 9 a.m.
  • Event Admission: $20 adults, $12 youth (ages 6-12), free under 5
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1994

Just the thing to put the whole family in a holiday mood! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the Events Center with surprises for everyone. Enjoy a great breakfast and tour the houses in the Gingerbread Village too.

New Years Eve 2013
December 31, 2012
  • Event Times: New Years Eve starting at 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1997

Come to Three Rivers Casino & Hotel to celebrate New Years! With Amy Clawson in Aces & "The High Street Band Show" in the events center there will be plenty of fun to be had! So come dance your way into 2013!

11th Annual Winter Folk Festival
January 26, 2013 - January 27, 2013
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Saturday, 10a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. -3:30 p.m.
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439

Enjoy two days of music, arts, crafts, pie contest and concert performances. Proceeds from the festival go towards providing a folk music curriculum in local schools, free Kids Koncerts, and to support the Events Center.

The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisom Matters in a Modern World
February 12, 2013
  • Event Times: Tuesday, 7:30 p.m
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: 182 Lillis Hall, University of Oregon
  • Address: 240 Oregon Hall, Eugene, OR 97403
  • Phone: 541.346.3934

The 2012-2013 Cressman Lecture in the Humanities presents, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence, Wade Davis. Davis will discuss his book, "The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisdom Matters in a Modern World." The lecture will be followed by a book sale and signing.

Flying Home: The Best of Benny Goodman
February 15, 2013
  • Event Times: Friday, 7:30
  • Event Admission: $26
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1994

What can one say about Benny Goodman that hasn't already been said? No one can compare in terms of the quality of his band, his versions of popular tunes of the time, and his instantly recognizable.

Building Bridges to Business
February 22, 2013
  • Event Times: Friday, 3 - 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439

Each year, Building Bridges to Business EXPO is a highly-regarded and well-attended event that allows you to showcase your unique services and products. Learn about the Eugene, Cascades & Coast GeoTour- Florence Edition launching March 9 at Driftwood Shores.

Eugene, Cascades & Coast GeoTour - Florence Edition Launch
March 09, 2013
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Driftwood Shores
  • Address: 88416 1st Ave, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.484.5307

Join us at beautiful Driftwood Shores on the Oregon Coast for the launch of the Eugene, Cascades & Coast GeoTour - Florence Edition. Pick up tour passports and the list of new caches. On the tour you will visit giant dunes, long sand beaches, hidden trails, and historic Old Town gems before heading east through the coast range.

Shamrock Run 5K Race & Fun Run
March 16, 2013
  • Event Times: Saturday, 9 a.m. (registration 7:30 a.m.)
  • Event Admission: Free - $22
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  • Location: Siuslaw High School track
  • Address: 2975 Oak St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.3518

5K run and 3K walk plus a 100 m fun dash for ages 5 and under. Celebrate St Patrick's Day and support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Lane County and Siuslaw Middle School Cross Country.

Children's Easter Egg Hunt at Florence Events Center
March 31, 2013
  • Event Times: Sunday, 10 a.m.
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439

Easter egg hunt for children up to grade 5 held in conjunction with the Florence Christian Church. Easter services at 9 and 11 a.m. Additional children's activities scheduled.

Annual U.S. Open Arm Wrestling Championships
April 12, 2013 - April 13, 2013
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday - Saturday
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
  • Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439

Professional and amateur arm wrestling athletes compete for over $10,000 in cash and prizes.

Second Saturday Gallery Tour
April 26, 2013 - November 26, 2013
  • Event Times: Saturday, 3 - 5 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Various Locations
  • Address: Florence, OR
  • Phone: 541.902.8575

Each second Saturday, liven up your day with the fantastic art from local Florence Artists. Backstreet Gallery, The Vardanian Gallery, The River Gallery, Old Town Coffee and Gallery, The Gallery Above the Silver Lining, & The Siuslaw Library. Refreshments will be served along the way.

Founders' Day at Sea Lion Caves
April 27, 2013
  • Event Times: Saturday, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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  • Location: Sea Lion Caves  (Regional Activities)
  • Address: 91560 Hwy 101 N, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.547.3545

Sea Lion Caves is celebrating 80 years of protecting and preserving tis natural resource. You're invited to enjoy 25 cent tickets all day, cake, wine tasting, finger foods and visits from special guests.

Sandpines Summer Amateur Series
May 05, 2013
  • Event Times: Sunday, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $85
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  • Location: Sandpines Golf Links
  • Address: 1201 35th St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1940

This is a 6 event series that will go from May 5th until October 6th. Players will earn points and Pro Shop credit depending on the place they finish in the events. Each event played the player will recieve a raffle ticket for the chance to win a 1 year membership to Sandpines Golf Links. The winner of the series will win additional Pro Shop credit and be named the Summer Amateur Series Champion.

Emerald City Jazz Kings: You Made Me Love You- The Life & Music of Judy Garland
May 10, 2013
  • Event Times: Friday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $26
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  • Location: Florence Events Center
  • Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.1994

Every generation deserves to get to know the great Judy Garland. From an early age, she had a vocal maturity and charisma that the camera couldn’t help but love.

Oregon Dunes Triathlon & Duathlon presented by US Bank
May 11, 2013
  • Event Times: Saturday, 6 a.m. - noon
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  • Location: Jessie M. Honeyman State Park
  • Address: 84505 Hwy 101 S, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.388.1860

Are you ready to Du or Tri your endurance Oregon Coastal style? Swim Woahink Lake, cycle through agricultural county, run through Jessie M. Honeyman Park paths & finish on the dunes at Cleawox Lake.

Mother's Day Brunch
May 12, 2013
  • Event Times: Sunday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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  • Location: Driftwood Shores
  • Address: 88416 1st Ave, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 800.422.5091

Celebrate Mother's Day with a delicious buffet at beautiful Driftwood Shores.

Mother's Day Dinner Buffet
May 12, 2013
  • Event Times: Sunday, 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
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  • Location: Driftwood Shores
  • Address: 88416 1st Ave, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 800.422.5091

Chef Doug is honoring Mom with a delicious dinner buffet featuring braised beef tenderloin tips, sesame ginger glazed Coho salmon, chardonnay chicken rosemary, roasted prime rib,salads, fresh fruit, shrimp cocktail, crab croquettes and desserts.

Rhododendron Festival
May 17, 2013 - May 19, 2013
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Thursday - Sunday
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Maple Street.
  • Address: 290 Hwy 101, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.902.6609

Enjoy live music, a free motorcycle show, fireworks, monster truck rides and more at the Casino all weekend long to celebrate the Rhododendron Festival. 

International Sandboard Day
May 18, 2013
  • Event Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Sand Master Park
  • Address: 5351 Hwy 101, Florence, OR 97439
  • Phone: 541.997.6006

Sand Master Park will offer FREE SANDBOARD RENTALS for the first 20 people to say 'International Sandboard Day' on Saturday May 18th during normal hours of operation. Drawing giveaway for a sandboard!

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