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Things to do in seaside Oregon with friends

What's on in seaside Oregon this week — the spots locals are packing, buzzy restaurants, and weekend plans worth texting the group chat about.

Updated: Sat, May 30, 2026

🌊 Happening Today

Events and things to do tonight

Saturday Night Bingo

Sat, May 30, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Seaside Elks Lodge · $ · Best for Everyone

Join the local community for a classic coastal Saturday night event. It's a great way to stay dry and connect with locals indoors.

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☕ Eat & Drink

Local flavors and cozy spots

Bridgewater Bistro

Astoria, OR (25 min from Seaside) · $$ · Best for Couples

Warm up with their famous Dungeness crab cakes while overlooking the river. The floor-to-ceiling windows make the gray weather feel part of the experience.

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Seaside Coffee House

Seaside, OR · $ · Best for Everyone

A quintessential spot for a rainy morning. Grab a house-roasted pour-over and a pastry before heading out for a coastal drive.

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🌤️ This Weekend in seaside Oregon

Coastal experiences for the weekend

Low Tide Exploration at Ecola State Park

Sun, May 31, 2026 · 9:00 AM · Ecola State Park · $ · Best for Everyone

With the spring tide cycles, this is the prime window to see sea stars and anemones. Wear waterproof boots and a rain shell for the misty coastal air.

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Seaside Farmers Market

Sat, May 30, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Broadway Middle School Parking Lot · $ · Best for Everyone

Browse seasonal produce and local artisan goods under the shelter of the market stalls—a perfect Saturday morning ritual.

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✨ New & Notable

Seasonal highlights and local updates

Spring Gray Whale Migration

Oregon Coast · $ · Best for Families

The tail end of the northern migration is still visible. Head to the high points like Ecola State Park with binoculars to spot spouts in the distance.

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🚗 Quick Escape

Mini-trips within 3 hours

Cannon Beach Art & Coastline

Cannon Beach, OR · $$$ · Best for Couples

Drive just south for a weekend of gallery hopping and storm watching at Haystack Rock. It’s the perfect shift in pace for a rainy coastal weekend.

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Astoria Maritime History

Astoria, OR · $$ · Best for History Buffs

Explore the Columbia River Maritime Museum and walk the historic downtown. The industrial, moody vibe of Astoria is best experienced in the spring mist.

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Frequently asked

What are the best things to do in seaside Oregon with friends?

Group-friendly highlights in seaside Oregon right now include Saturday Night Bingo, Low Tide Exploration at Ecola State Park, and Seaside Farmers Market. WonderKit updates this guide daily so plans stay current.

Where do locals go out in seaside Oregon?

The "Eat & Drink" section above lists buzzy restaurants and bars in seaside Oregon — the spots locals are actually packing this week.

Where's the best nightlife in seaside Oregon?

Check the sections above for current events, buzzy bars, and weekend plans in seaside Oregon worth texting the group chat about.

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