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Summer events return
from Fjord | Summer 2021
by Imagination
As restrictions loosen, we look forward to welcoming more traditional events back to our annual schedules. The list is changing daily so visit explorehoodcanal.com/events for updates and additions.
MAY
Shelton Farmer's Market
May – September 11 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Evergreen Square, Downtown Shelton
Vegetables , plants, fruits, fresh seafood presented by local farmers as well as bakery goods, arts and crafts and even bunnies are found at the weekly summer Shelton Farmer's Market. As COVID restrictions lift the market will be adding back chef demonstrations, kids activities, and live music. The market is located in Evergreen Square in the town center just off Railroad Avenue. sheltonfarmersmarket.org
Belfair Farmers Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Hwy 3, Belfair
Fresh produce, crafts and local artisans
Shelton Valley Two-Day Family Fun Run
May 29- 30, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM 21 W Sanderson Way, Shelton
Puget Sound Enduro Riders present a family event for riders of all abilities. psermc.org
Memorial Day Weekend Caboose Hop
May 29 – May 31, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 10138 W Shelton Matlock Rd (approx mile post 10) Stillwater Industrial Park, Shelton Ride in the cab of a locomotive and experience logging history on the Simpson Railroad. This 2.25 mile loop is aboard historic 40-year old caboose 201. $10/person aged 2 and up, no reservations needed. A limited number of tickets are available to ride in the cab along with the engineer.
JUNE
photo:Hood Canal Adventures
Bald Eagle Viewing Kayak Tour
June 4 - 5, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Yelvik's Beach, 251 Hjelvicks Rd, Brinnon
Two hour kayaking tour to view the yearly eagle convocation in a nearby cove as they feast on the bounties of low tides and spawning fish.$85/person hoodcanaladventures.com
Timber Days: Presented by Mason County Forest Festival
June 4 - 5, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (movies after) Railroad Avenue, Shelton For 77 years, this festival has honored the traditions of an industry which is at its very core – forestry. Live music: Salzer Creek Band and DNA Duo (FRI); Jonathan Harris and Leah Justine (SAT), movies, Cornhole Championship (FRI), craft activities, food and family fun. The Princess Bride movie. masoncountyforestfestival.com.
Run the Ridge presented by Forest Festival
June 5, 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Ridge Motorsports Park, 1060 W Eells Hill Rd, Shelton
This event, sponsored by the MGHF Centennial Guild, is traditionally part of Mason County Forest Festival and was previously named the Goldsborough Creek Run/Walk/Jog. This 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run are intended for all age groups. There are two elevation changes within the course. Junior Jog is for children ages 3 to 8. masoncountyforestfestival.com.
Hoodsport Farmers Market
June 5 - September 4, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1st and 3rd Saturday each month) 24341 Hwy 101, Hoodsport, WA
Locally crafted items, bakery goods, fresh farm goods at this expanded open market. (Columbia Bank parking lot). Details (360) 970-0213
Unleashing of Sekhmet Red Ale
June 5, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Bent Bine Brew Co. 23297 WA-3, Belfair
Raffle baskets, hourly prizes and delicious food and craft brews with proceeds towards Trap-Neuter-Return programs. Kids & friendly leashed dogs welcome. Bent Bine Brew Co has both an indoor and covered outdoor seating areas.
Iron, Fire + Brine Seafood Cooking Workshop
June 12, 2:00 PM 5:00 PM
35846 N. US HWY 101, Lilliwaup
Chefs Jaret, Mona and the Tournant team will be demonstrating their signature cooking techniques in a hands-on workshop around a series of open fires at Hama Hama Oyster Co. tournantpdx.com
Little Women, the Broadway Musical
Saturday and Sunday, 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM June 12-13, 19-20, 26-27 July 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 August 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 Kitsap Forest Theater, 3000 Seabeck Hwy NW, Bremerton
Enjoy live theater in a safe and beautiful outdoor setting. Little Women guarantees an afternoon that feeds your soul with a captivating story, stunning voices and a refreshing time out of doors! The powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache, hope and even some melodrama and is perfect for all ages. foresttheater.com
Tour De Mason Lake
June 12, 8:30 AM 2:00 PM 2503 Olympic Hwy N, Shelton
Raising funds for the Karen Hilburn Cancer Fund, the 32 mile cycle course will begin and end in Shelton, traveling past Lake Limerick, circling Mason Lake, and returning to El Puerto de Angeles Restaurant. The 20 mile ride will go to Mason Lake and return. The 44 mile ride will circle Mason Lake twice. explorehoodcanal.com/events
Unity Custom Car Show
June 12, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 91 West State Route 108, Kamilche
Free to attend. Register car for $25 per vehicle + $10 for lowrider, bike or pedal car. (253) 389-2234
MOTE: Music on the Estuary (VIRTUAL)
June 12, 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Online event to benefit the Salmon Center The Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group’s (HCSEG) Music on the Estuary is going virtual again this year! Tune into the live, ½ day music concert through pnwsalmoncenter.org.
Ladies Wine & 9: Hitting in the Wind/Other conditions
June 14, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
91 West State Route 108, Kamilche
Start with a glass of wine, then whisk over to the practice facility for a clinic from a PGA professional. After the clinic, head out for nine holes to test your new skills. $39/person, salish-cliffs.com
WA State Parks Free Day
June 20, all day/all WA State Parks Free days apply only to day use (not overnight stays or rented facilities), A Discover Pass will still be required on these days to access lands managed by the Washington DNR and the WDFW.
Ladies Wine & 9: Bunker Shots
June 28, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM 91 West State Route 108, Kamilche
Wine, clinic, and nine holes to test new skills. $39/ person, salish-cliffs.com
MotoAmerica Superbikes
June 25-27 Ridge Motorsporrts Park, Shelton
JULY
St. Andrew's Dinner & Fireworks
July 3, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
7550 E State Route 106, Union Enjoy Alderbrook Resort & Spa's annual fireworks with a premium view, private seating, beverages, and locally-sourced, chef prepared meal! Details TBA, saintandrewshouse.org.
Wild Edible Plant & Mushroom Tour
July 3, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Every first Saturday of the month) 306146 Hwy 101 N, Brinnon Educational edible and medicinal plant and mushroom tours at the Duckabush Oxbow Nature Preserve. To reserve visit hoodcanaladventures.com.
Ladies Wine & 9: Chipping
July 5, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM 91 West State Route 108, Kamilche Wine, a clinic, and 9 holes of golf. $39/person, salish-cliffs.com
Music in the Park 2021
July 8, 7:00 PM Kneeland Park, Shelton Free family concerts presented by Skookum Rotary Club. Music TBA, visit explorehoodcanal.com/events.
Music in the Park 2021
July 15, 7:00 PM Kneeland Park, Shelton
Free family concerts presented by Skookum Rotary Club. Music TBA, visit explorehoodcanal.com/events.
Check out the Hunter dahalia farm in Kamilche | Opening August for U-Pick
Expo and Bite of Mason County
July 16, 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM Raiload Ave, Shelton
Celebrate community and meet local businesses at this street fair downtown Shelton hosted by the Shelton Mason County Chamber of Commerce.
Allyn Day | Revised One Day Event
July 17, 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Allyn Waterfront Park, Allyn
Join the folks in Allyn for a Fun Run, food court, vendor area for shopping, beer garden, live music, and a kids zone including a petting zoo! To meet state requirements for 2021 Allyn Days volunteers are providing a general admission ticket.
Ladies Wine & 9: Hitting out of the Rough
July 19, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM 91 West State Route 108, Kamilche
Wine, clinic, and nine holes to test new skills. $39/person, salish-cliffs.
Music in the Park 2021
July 22, 7:00 PM Kneeland Park, Shelton
Free family concerts presented by Skookum Rotary Club. Music TBA, visit explorehoodcanal.com/events.
71st Annual Pancakes in the Park
July 25, 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Kneeland Park, Shelton
All-you-can-eat breakfast, proceeds support youth programs with Shelton Kiwanis. For information please contact sheltonkiwanis@gmail.com.
Ladies Wine & 9: Punch Shots
July 26, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM 91 West State Route 108, Kamilche
Wine, clinic, and nine holes to test new skills. $39/person, salish-cliffs.com
Music in the Park 2021
July 29, 7:00 PM Kneeland Park, Shelton
Free family concerts presented by Skookum Rotary Club. Music TBA, visit explorehoodcanal.com/events.
Timber Days Drive-In Night
July 29, 9:00 PM - 11:30 PM Skyline Drive-In, US Hwy 101, Shelton Celebrate our rich timber heritage with a classic forestry flick on the big screen. masoncountyforestfestival.com
Timber Days: Christmas in July
July 30-31, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Railroad Avenue, Shelton
Forest Festival invites families to celebrate local Christmas tree heritage at Christmastown (AKA Shelton). Enjoy games, live music, crafts and holiday inspired event as well as dancing in the streets! Full details see page 25.
Forest Festival Royalty Tea
July 31, 3:00 PM, Colonial House, Shelton
A special family event with the Forest Festival Court. Sponsored by 2nd Street Design, Hood Canal Communicationsand The Optical Shop. $25/12.50 - tickets online. masoncountyforestfestival.com
AUGUST
Ladies Wine & 9: Uneven Lies
August 2, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM 91 West State Route 108, Kamilche
Wine, clinic, and nine holes to test new skills. $39/person, salish-cliffs.com
Music in the Park 2021
August 5, 7:00 PM Kneeland Park, Shelton
Free family concerts presented by Skookum Rotary Club. Music TBA, visit explorehoodcanal.com/events.
Ladies Wine & 9: Putting with Chalk Line
August 9, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM 91 West State Route 108, Kamilche
Wine, clinic, and nine holes to test new skills. $39/person, salish-cliffs.com
Music in the Park 2021
August 12, 7:00 PM Kneeland Park, Shelton
Free family concerts presented by Skookum Rotary Club. Music TBA.
Crosby Days Logging Festival
August 14, 10: 00 AM – 5:00 PM 2135 Christopher Rd NW, Seabeck
Parade, logging events, competitions, train ride, Kids area, exhibits, vendor, food and more. FREE.
2021 Car Show at Lucky Dog
August 14, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 19330 N SR 101, Skokomish
Vintage models, hot rods, custom cars, motorcycles, and antiques. Entry is $20 FREE to attend. yesteryearcarclub.com
Moonfest Festival
August 14, 10:00 AM 10:00 PM 322 Munn Road, Quilcene
Enjoy classic cars and classic rock bands while camping in one of the most beautiful natural settings on the Olympic Peninsula. This annual, overnight summer event is hosted on Lake Leland – six miles north of Quilcene, near Hood Canal. classicmoonfest.com
Chalk the Walk
August 17 | Shelton
Timber Days: Presented by Mason County Forest Festival
August 20 -21, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Railroad Avenue, Shelton
Forest fire prevention is the theme of this event weekend-that celebrates our forestry heritage. Details see page 25 or visit masoncountyforestfestival.com.
Hoodstock Afloat
August 21,11:00 AM - 9:30 PM Union: 47.3547° N, 123.1016° W Launch your boat, or grab a friend with a boat, and buy a flag to float the show and gather waterside for this unique live music event. hoodstock.org
Spell-e-bration
August 28, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Civic Center, 525 W Cota St, Shelton Sound Learning hosts its annual fundraiser and 30th birthday. Teams will compete to win the coveted Top Spelling Champs Award. Teams create a theme for themselves and dress to impress in costumes. soundlearning.co
Ladies Wine & 9: Open Questions
August 30, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM 91 West State Route 108, Kamilche
An evening of golf & fun! Start with a glass of wine, then whisk over to the practice facility for a clinic from a knowledgeable and friendly PGA professional. After the clinic, head out for nine holes to test your new skills. $39/person, salish-cliffs.com
SEPTEMBER
Bluegrass from the Forest
September 10 - 12 2100 E Johns Prairie Rd, Shelton
Kristmas Town Kiwanis presents a three day music festival featuring Bluegrass artists and bands, jam sessions and workshops for kids and adults.
SSTIKS 2021 - South Sound Traditional Inuit Kayaking Symposium
September 10 -12 Twanoh State Park, SR 106, Union
Event devoted to traditional kayaking skills and culture. Camping, workshops and kayaks. qajaqpnw.org
Quilcene Fair & Parade
September 18, 10 AM - 3:00 PM Quilcene, WA
Yes! The traditional fair, parade and car show are back, see page 58 for details. quilcenefair.org
Jefferson Farm & Fiber Tour
September 18-19
Various locations in Jefferson County Celebrate locally grown food, fiber, and farm-made products as the farm tour invites the community to engage with their local farmers and stimulate economic opportunity for farms in Jefferson County. Getonthefarm.org
2021 Mason County Forest Festival
September 18 Railroad Ave, Shelton
Paul Bunyan Grand Parade, Kiwanis Duck Race, Pancake breakfast, and Family and Pet Parade are just a few of the great events that will be held for this final festival celebration. See page 22 for details. masoncountyforestfestival.com
