September on the Oregon Coast: Festivals, Waves & Coastal Escapes

September brings a quieter kind of magic to the Oregon Coast. The busiest summer weeks begin to fade, but the beaches are still made for long walks, the sunsets turn golden, and the coastal towns come alive with festivals, local art, live music, surf culture, and community traditions.

From Cannon Beach and Seaside to Manzanita, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Newport, Depoe Bay, Waldport, and Yachats, Oregon Beach Vacations puts guests close to the best of the Coast. Spend your days exploring tide pools, watching for whales, flying kites, tasting local seafood, or simply listening to the waves from your vacation home. Oregon Beach Vacations serves coastal destinations from Yachats on the Central Coast north to Warrenton, with homes in popular towns.

Plan a family trip, romantic weekend, pet-friendly escape, or one last beach vacation before fall, with plenty of September events offering great ways to enjoy the Oregon Coast.

September Events Near You

September on the Oregon Coast: Festivals, Waves & Coastal Escapes

Plan a family trip, romantic weekend, pet-friendly escape, or one last beach vacation before fall, with plenty of September events offering great ways to enjoy the Oregon Coast.

September Events Near You

Cannon Beach Cottage & Garden Tour

September 11–13, 2026
Cannon Beach, OR

Spend a beautiful September weekend discovering the character and history of Cannon Beach during the annual Cottage & Garden Tour. This beloved fundraiser opens select historic cottages and gardens to visitors, with a self-guided tour on Saturday and additional weekend events including an opening-night benefit, a wine tasting, a luncheon lecture, concerts, and an English-style garden tea. It is a wonderful outing for architecture lovers, garden enthusiasts, and guests looking to experience Cannon Beach beyond the shoreline.

DachSand 2026

September 11–13, 2026
Seaside Beach, Seaside, OR

Plan a playful beach weekend in Seaside during DachSand, a gathering created for Dachshunds and the people who love them. The event brings together four-legged visitors and their families for fun on the sand, making it a natural fit for guests booking one of Oregon Beach Vacations’ pet-friendly coastal homes. Enjoy the beach, explore Seaside’s promenade, and make your pup part of the September getaway. It’s a fun way to make lasting coastal memories with your pup.

Muttzanita 2026

September 12, 2026
Manzanita, OR

Celebrate dogs, community, and coastal small-town charm at Muttzanita in Manzanita. This pet-friendly event is a fun reason to plan a weekend near Manzanita, Nehalem, or Cannon Beach, where scenic beach walks, local shops, and forested coastal trails make every day feel like an adventure. Bring your four-legged companion along and enjoy a relaxed coastal getaway filled with fresh ocean air, outdoor fun, and plenty of memorable moments.

Cape Kiwanda Longboard Classic

September 18–20, 2026
Cape Kiwanda, Pacific City, OR

Head to Pacific City for one of the Pacific Northwest’s signature surf events. The Cape Kiwanda Longboard Classic brings talented surfers to the waves below Cape Kiwanda for a full weekend of competition, coastal energy, food, drinks, music, and beachside fun. It is an ideal event for guests staying in Pacific City, Neskowin, Oceanside, or nearby coastal communities.

Lincoln City Fall Kite Festival

September 18–20, 2026
Lincoln City, OR

Watch the skies over Lincoln City fill with color during the annual Fall Kite Festival. This family-friendly beach event features giant display kites, kite-flying demonstrations, kid-friendly activities, and plenty of photo-worthy moments along the Pacific. It is a classic September experience for families staying in Lincoln City, Gleneden Beach, Lincoln Beach, Depoe Bay, or Newport.

Finders Keepers Glass Floats

All September Long
Lincoln City, OR

Turn an ordinary beach walk into a coastal treasure hunt. Lincoln City’s Finders Keepers program hides hand-blown glass floats along the town’s seven miles of public beach, giving visitors a chance to find and register a one-of-a-kind keepsake made by Pacific Northwest glass artists. Take your time, watch the tide, and keep your eyes open near the high tide line, as you may just find a little piece of the coast to take home.

September is made for easy mornings, scenic drives, and spontaneous beach days. Start with coffee on the deck, head out for a festival or a hike, and return to a vacation home that gives everyone room to relax. Oregon Beach Vacations has served the Central and Northern Oregon Coast for more than 15 years, with hundreds of homes ranging from cozy beach cottages to larger oceanfront retreats.