Your Ultimate April Guide to the Pacific Northwest!

April in the Pacific Northwest is filled with vibrant festivals, cultural celebrations, and outdoor adventures. Whether you’re a music lover, a foodie, or someone who enjoys the great outdoors, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your guide to the best events and activities happening across Oregon this April 2025.

Events in Oregon Coast

Cannon Beach – Get Lit at the Beach: A Gathering for Readers

Date: April 11-13, 2025
Location: Cannon Beach, OR
A literary festival featuring author talks, book signings, and discussions in an intimate coastal setting.

Solve Oregon Spring Beach Cleanup

Date: April 19, 2025 (with related events April 12-22)
Location: Oregon Coast
A statewide initiative where volunteers help clean beaches, preserving Oregon’s natural beauty.

Astoria Warrenton Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival

Date: April 25-27, 2025
Location: Astoria, OR
A festival celebrating the region’s seafood and wine, featuring tastings, live music, and local vendors.

Events in Central Oregon

High Desert Stampede

Date: April 2-5, 2025
Location: Redmond, OR
A premier rodeo event featuring top-tier competitors, family-friendly activities, and a celebration of Western traditions.

Big Wave Challenge

Date: April 4-6, 2025
Location: Mt. Bachelor, OR
A surf-inspired snowboarding competition where riders navigate wave-like features on the slopes.

Subaru WinterFest

Your Ultimate April Guide to the Pacific Northwest!

Events in Oregon Coast

Cannon Beach – Get Lit at the Beach: A Gathering for Readers

Date: April 11-13, 2025
Location: Cannon Beach, OR
A literary festival featuring author talks, book signings, and discussions in an intimate coastal setting.

Solve Oregon Spring Beach Cleanup

Date: April 19, 2025 (with related events April 12-22)
Location: Oregon Coast
A statewide initiative where volunteers help clean beaches, preserving Oregon’s natural beauty.

Astoria Warrenton Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival

Date: April 25-27, 2025
Location: Astoria, OR
A festival celebrating the region’s seafood and wine, featuring tastings, live music, and local vendors.

Events in Central Oregon

High Desert Stampede

Date: April 2-5, 2025
Location: Redmond, OR
A premier rodeo event featuring top-tier competitors, family-friendly activities, and a celebration of Western traditions.

Big Wave Challenge

Date: April 4-6, 2025
Location: Mt. Bachelor, OR
A surf-inspired snowboarding competition where riders navigate wave-like features on the slopes.

Subaru WinterFest

Beachcombing & Tide Pooling

Explore Oregon’s rugged coastline and discover unique marine life at Cannon Beach, Yaquina Head, and Cape Perpetua.

Lighthouse Tours

Visit historic lighthouses such as Heceta Head and Yaquina Bay to learn about the rich maritime history of the Oregon Coast.

Hiking & Mountain Biking

Spring offers perfect weather for hiking and biking in areas like Smith Rock State Park and the Deschutes National Forest.

River Rafting

The Deschutes River begins to warm up, making it an exciting time to go white-water rafting or kayaking.

Brewery & Distillery Tours

Bend is home to world-class breweries and distilleries. Take a tour and sample locally crafted beer and spirits along the Bend Ale Trail.

With so many exciting events and activities happening throughout April, now is the perfect time to plan your Pacific Northwest vacation. Our rental properties across Oregon offer the perfect base for your adventures. Even if you’re attending a festival, exploring the great outdoors, or simply relaxing by the coast, we have the ideal place for you.