What's on
Festivals, live music, markets, classes, restaurant nights, theater and the gatherings that only happen here. Narrow it by when you are free, or by what costs nothing.
November 2026
Basketball at Mapleton schools, listed on the school calendar. Tip-off time, which gym and admission can change, so confirm on game day.
A two-day festival celebrating all things Oregon, held at Driftwood Shores.
A holiday bazaar of handmade gifts, crafts and food at the Florence Events Center. The venue lists a single day, November 7, though some regional listings show it running two days.
A seasonal brunch in the keeper’s house at Heceta Head Lightstation. Seating is by reservation; call 541-547-3696 for times, booking and price.
A community breakfast hosted by the Mapleton Lions Club. The date comes from the school calendar, so confirm the venue and admission with the club.
A moment of silence marking the 1970 exploding whale, with gathering points still being set. The companion Whale Tail Trail also opens November 9; participating venues and its end date are pending.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.
A Veterans Day observance in Mapleton with speakers and a moment of remembrance. The building, and whether the public can attend, are still being confirmed.
A Veterans Day parade through Old Town along Bay Street, listed for 1 pm. The route is worth checking with organizers on the day.
Basketball at Mapleton schools, listed on the school calendar. Tip-off time, which gym and admission can change, so confirm on game day.
A fundraiser basketball game played on donkeys between local teams. Venue, admission and spectator access are still being confirmed.
A free talk on king tides and marine debris from an invited speaker. One listing gives 11 am to 1 pm while the city’s own listing still leaves time and venue to be announced, so confirm before you go.
A dinner-and-showcase fundraiser for the Florence Dance Academy at the Elks Lodge, with performances at 5:45 and 6:30 pm. Tickets have been listed at $15 at the door.
The annual celebration of the 1970 exploding whale at Bridgeport Market and the port boardwalk, with awards at 2:30 pm and a commemorative toast at 3:45 pm.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.
Basketball at Mapleton schools, listed on the school calendar. Tip-off time, which gym and admission can change, so confirm on game day.
Basketball at Mapleton schools, listed on the school calendar. Tip-off time, which gym and admission can change, so confirm on game day.
A multi-day middle school basketball tournament at Mapleton. The calendar span runs from noon on December 3 to 1 pm on December 5; games are not continuous through those hours.
A holiday musical staged by C.R.O.W. at the Florence Events Center. Military and student discounts need ID at the box office, and youth pricing applies to age 12 and under.
A seasonal brunch in the keeper’s house at Heceta Head Lightstation. Seating is by reservation; call 541-547-3696 for times, booking and price.
A holiday musical staged by C.R.O.W. at the Florence Events Center. Military and student discounts need ID at the box office, and youth pricing applies to age 12 and under.
An afternoon holiday festival in Old Town that closes with the community tree lighting. The 2026 festival is listed for December 5 with hours of 3 to 5 pm; last year’s 5 pm lighting time is not confirmed for this year.
A holiday musical staged by C.R.O.W. at the Florence Events Center. Military and student discounts need ID at the box office, and youth pricing applies to age 12 and under.
A seasonal brunch in the keeper’s house at Heceta Head Lightstation. Seating is by reservation; call 541-547-3696 for times, booking and price.
A holiday musical staged by C.R.O.W. at the Florence Events Center. Military and student discounts need ID at the box office, and youth pricing applies to age 12 and under.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.
Basketball at Mapleton schools, listed on the school calendar. Tip-off time, which gym and admission can change, so confirm on game day.
Basketball at Mapleton schools, listed on the school calendar. Tip-off time, which gym and admission can change, so confirm on game day.
Basketball at Mapleton schools, listed on the school calendar. Tip-off time, which gym and admission can change, so confirm on game day.
The keeper’s house at Heceta Head opens for its 30th Victorian Christmas, decorated for the season and open to visitors. Parking fees may apply.
The keeper’s house at Heceta Head opens for its 30th Victorian Christmas, decorated for the season and open to visitors. Parking fees may apply.
The keeper’s house at Heceta Head opens for its 30th Victorian Christmas, decorated for the season and open to visitors. Parking fees may apply.
The keeper’s house at Heceta Head opens for its 30th Victorian Christmas, decorated for the season and open to visitors. Parking fees may apply.
A lantern walk marking the longest night, meeting at SASS and open to all ages. Organizers advertise it as accessible and rain or shine.
Volunteers staff coastal viewpoints to help visitors spot migrating gray whales. It is a coastwide program, so confirm which nearby sites are staffed on the day; site parking fees may apply.
A New Year’s Eve gathering at the Heceta Lighthouse B&B, listed among the host’s 2026 events. Booking details are still to be announced.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.
The ticketed centrepiece of Florence’s winter music festival at the Florence Events Center, with the free open mic and community concert running alongside it.
A free open mic afternoon inside the winter music festival, with community performers on the Events Center stage. All ages.
A free community concert by Fog Holler, part of the winter music festival but held off-site at Oregon Pacific Bank.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.
A tasting trail of local wine and chowder through participating Florence businesses, run alongside the hunt for hand-blown glass floats. Check where passports are sold and which stops are taking part.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.
Trail races over the dunes from Honeyman State Park in 50K, 20-mile and 12K distances. The organizer’s date is February 27; a March date in one directory is an estimate, not the race date.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.
Volunteers staff coastal viewpoints to help visitors spot migrating gray whales. It is a coastwide program, so confirm which Florence-area sites are staffed on the day; site parking fees may apply.
Order from the winter market online, then collect your box at the covered picnic area in Miller Park. Ordering generally runs Wednesday noon to Sunday night before each pickup; there is no market on December 22.