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4786 SE Hwy 101
 Lincoln City, OR 97367
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948 N Roosevelt Dr
 Seaside, OR 97138
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December Newsletter 2025

Find Your Festive Winter Retreat on the Oregon Coast

Winter on the Oregon Coast: Festivals, Parades, and Cozy Rentals

December brings a special kind of magic to the Oregon Coast, where winter waves crash along quiet beaches and twinkling lights brighten up every small town. It’s the perfect time to escape the crowds, breathe in that crisp sea air, and soak up the charm of holiday parades, cozy festivals, and stormy seascapes. Picture yourself in a warm, oceanfront vacation rental with a steaming mug in hand, watching the Pacific put on a dramatic show, then heading out to explore festive markets, lighted boat parades, and family-friendly events in places like Lincoln City, Newport, Cannon Beach, and Rockaway Beach. Whether you’re planning a romantic weekend or a multi-generational holiday gathering, Oregon Beach Vacations has the perfect coastal home base for your December retreat.

December Events Along the Oregon Coast

Oregon Coast December Events & Activities

Festival of Trees Holiday Showcase

Dec 2–4 – Coos Bay
Festival of Trees Holiday Showcase

Explore the Ko-Kwel Casino Resort’s forest of decorated Christmas trees and wreaths, each crafted by local businesses with its own festive theme. This free event includes a Dec. 4 silent auction benefiting local charities. Bring the family for a cozy holiday stroll, then enjoy hot cider and nearby seasonal vendors.

Angels Fantasy of Trees

Dec 3–6 – Lincoln City
Angels Fantasy of Trees

Chinook Winds Casino transforms its lobby into a glowing forest of decorated Christmas trees sponsored by local businesses and nonprofits. This free, family-friendly event includes a Friday visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and a final-day silent auction. It’s a heartwarming, whimsical way to kick off the season in Lincoln City.

December King Tides

Dec 4–6 – Lincoln City
December King Tides

Winter’s highest tides turn Lincoln City into a storm-watcher’s playground, with huge waves crashing at Roads End and Devils Lake under dramatic skies. Bring a camera and stay safe on low-tide sandbars. Though float drops pause, the wave action is incredible—then warm up afterward in a beachfront café or cozy rental.

Yaquina Bay Lighted Boat Parade

Dec 6 – Newport
Yaquina Bay Lighted Boat Parade

Newport’s harbor lights up on the first Saturday in December as decorated boats, from sailboats to kayaks – cruise Yaquina Bay at 5 p.m. Watch from the Embarcadero or a waterfront patio with hot cocoa while the twinkling flotilla drifts by. It’s a magical kickoff to the holidays, followed by a 7 p.m. tree lighting.

Yachats Winter Festival

Dec 6–7 – Yachats
Yachats Winter Festival

Celebrate the holidays in Yachats with a festive weekend featuring a Holiday Vendor Fair at Yachats Commons, wreath-making workshops, and a Hot Cocoa Trail that ends with a Saturday tree lighting. Enjoy sing-alongs, kids’ activities, and a laid-back coastal vibe, all set against the Pacific and the town’s warm community spirit.

Big Band Christmas Dance Concert

Dec 12 – Coos Bay

Kick off the weekend in Coos Bay with a free Friday-night swing concert at the Salvation Army gym, featuring the “Swingin’ in the Rain” Big Band’s jazzy holiday tunes. Donations support the holiday drive, and guests can dance or relax—an upbeat, family-friendly community party with classic dance-hall charm.

Bandon Holiday Light Parade

Dec 13 – Bandon
Bandon Holiday Light Parade

Old Town Bandon glows on Dec. 13 as marching bands, illuminated floats, firetrucks, and Santa parade through downtown from 5–7 p.m. Families bundle up with warm drinks to watch the festive lineup, then browse pop-up shops and food stands—an irresistibly cozy small-town celebration that feels straight out of a holiday movie.

Astoria Holiday Market

Dec 14 – Astoria
Astoria Holiday Market

Shop for unique gifts at Astoria’s big holiday market on Dec. 14, where more than 60 artisan booths fill the Astoria Armory. Browse glasswork, jewelry, jams, and woolens while enjoying live music and local treats. With free admission and a kids’ craft table, it’s a festive, easy way to support regional makers.

Frosted Holiday Celebration at the Museum

Dec 20 – Cannon Beach
Frosted Holiday Celebration at the Museum

Enjoy a fairy-tale afternoon at the free Cannon Beach History Center & Museum open house, featuring cookie decorating, a coloring contest, face painting, and cozy story time with a surprise guest. The museum is decked in lights for perfect photos, and kids will love the new festive “Lucky Locks” glitter station.

Holiday Lights at Historic Railway Museum

Dec 25, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026 – Coos Bay
Holiday Lights at Historic Railway Museum

Old Town Bandon glows on Dec. 13 as marching bands, illuminated floats, firetrucks, and Santa parade through downtown from 5–7 p.m. Families bundle up with warm drinks to watch the festive lineup, then browse pop-up shops and food stands—an irresistibly cozy small-town celebration that feels straight out of a holiday movie.

Beachcrest Brewing’s New Year’s Bash

December 31 – Gleneden Beach, OR
Beachcrest Brewing Company New Year’s Bash

Shop for unique gifts at Astoria’s big holiday market on Dec. 14, where more than 60 artisan booths fill the Astoria Armory. Browse glasswork, jewelry, jams, and woolens while enjoying live music and local treats. With free admission and a kids’ craft table, it’s a festive, easy way to support regional makers.

Cozy Coastal Rentals for Your December Getaway

OregonBeachVacations.com has the perfect holiday rentals and Oregon Coast vacation homes for cozy winter vacations. Imagine waking to roaring waves in a warm, wood-lined cabin in Cannon Beach, or spending the holidays in a spacious family home just steps from Lincoln City’s stormy shore. Find oceanfront stays and snug cabins in Newport, beach bungalows in Yachats, charming cottages in Pacific City, fun group homes in Rockaway Beach, and plenty more. It’s all about crisp beach walks in the morning and quiet evenings by the fire.

Searching for a romantic ocean-view escape or a big holiday home to gather with loved ones? Your perfect December stay is waiting – book now with us and make the coast part of your holiday tradition.

Oregon Coast in December: Lights, Celebrations & Coastal Charm

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Main Floor Living Area
Average $390 per night includes all fees
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390
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Sep 06 – Sep 08
Depoe Bay, OR
House
4Bedrooms
3Baths
8Guests
Living Room
Average $332 per night includes all fees
$
332
/night (includes fees)
Sep 06 – Sep 08
Cozy Hot Tub
Average $446 per night includes all fees
$
446
/night (includes fees)
Sep 19 – Sep 21
living room
Average $157 per night includes all fees
$
157
/night (includes fees)
Oct 24 – Oct 31
Charming two-story vacation home featuring classic siding, private entrance, and convenient parking in a quiet residential neighborhood.
Pet Friendly
Rockaway Beach, OR
House
3Bedrooms
2.5Baths
8Guests
Lincoln City, OR
House
4Bedrooms
3.5Baths
10Guests
Pet Friendly
Depoe Bay, OR
Condo
2Bedrooms
2Baths
6Guests
Average $183 per night includes all fees
$
183
/night (includes fees)
Sep 02 – Sep 04
Pet Friendly
Lincoln City, OR
House
3Bedrooms
1.5Baths
7Guests
Hot Tub
Average $363 per night includes all fees
$
363
/night (includes fees)
Sep 07 – Sep 08
Pet Friendly
Newport, OR
House
2Bedrooms
2Baths
4Guests
Average $288 per night includes all fees
$
288
/night (includes fees)
Sep 08 – Sep 10
Lincoln City, OR
House
3Bedrooms
2Baths
10Guests
Santosha
Average $656 per night includes all fees
$
656
/night (includes fees)
Sep 02 – Sep 04
Pacific City, OR
House
5Bedrooms
3.5Baths
12Guests
Aerial
Average $179 per night includes all fees
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179
/night (includes fees)
Sep 29 – Oct 01
Rockaway Beach, OR
House
3Bedrooms
1Bath
8Guests
Porch
Average $284 per night includes all fees
$
284
/night (includes fees)
Sep 13 – Sep 15
Seaside, OR
House
3Bedrooms
2Baths
6Guests
Average $251 per night includes all fees
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251
/night (includes fees)
Oct 01 – Oct 03
Lincoln City, OR
House
3Bedrooms
3Baths
6Guests
NEW
Average $281 per night includes all fees
$
281
/night (includes fees)
Sep 02 – Sep 04
Newport, OR
House
3Bedrooms
1Bath
6Guests
Charming green cottage with wraparound porch and spacious lawn offers peaceful retreat under blue skies.
Charming coastal property featuring multi-level balconies and shingled exterior in a peaceful residential neighborhood.
Aerial view of a charming coastal property situated in a peaceful beach neighborhood, with the ocean just moments away beyond the residential streets.