March 30 – April 5, 2025

📅 March 30 – April 5, 2025

Spring is in full swing! Here’s everything happening in and around Westport this week—events, local happenings, fishing updates, and more!

🎣 Fishing Derby Update

The Westport Charterboat Association Derby continues! Over $60,000 in prizes, including:​

• 🎣 $10,000 for the Largest Chinook Salmon​

• 🏆 $1,500 Largest Coho Salmon​

• 🐟 $1,000 Largest Halibut​

• 🎣 $1,500 Largest Ling Cod​

• Daily & Weekly prizes!​

👉 Special Offer: Use code FISH20 to get 20% off stays at Chateau Westport. (Some restrictions apply.)

Seasoned 14 year old fisherman Bentley Tiland, from Marysville, Wa, has certainly taken over the lead with his 22.50 lb lingcod in this week's Westport Fishing Derby

Westport Weighmaster

🧜‍♀️ Mermaid Festival at the International Mermaid Museum

Dive into the magic of the sea at the Mermaid Festival, held every weekend in April at the International Mermaid Museum, located within the Westport Winery Garden Resort. This free, family-friendly event features:

• Dates: April 5–6, 12–13, 19–20, 26–27 ​

• Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM​

• Location: International Mermaid Museum, Westport Winery Garden Resort​

Enjoy world-class entertainers, local artisans, delicious treats, and meet mermaids from around the region. Don't miss Una the Mermaid's underwater performances and the Pacific Northwest Unicorns!​

For more details, visit the Mermaid Festival page. Or their Facebook page

Stay & Save! Use coupon code MERMAID25 for 25% off your Chateau Westport stay during festival weekends. (Some restrictions apply.)

🦪 Razor Clam Digging Schedule

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has approved the following razor clam digs during morning low tides:​

• Saturday, March 29:

  • Time: 6:58 AM; -0.1 feet

  • Beaches: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis​

• Sunday, March 30:

  • Time: 7:43 AM; -0.8 feet​

  • Beaches: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks​

• Monday, March 31:

  • Time: 8:28 AM; -1.2 feet​

  • Beaches: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks​

• Tuesday, April 1:

  • Time: 9:17 AM; -1.3 feet​

  • Beaches: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis​

• Wednesday, April 2:

  • Time: 10:09 AM; -1.0 feet

  • Beaches: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis​

• Thursday, April 3:

  • Time: 11:07 AM; -0.5 feet

  • Beaches: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks​

Please verify dates and beach openings before heading out, as conditions can change. For the most current information, visit the WDFW website.

👉 Special Offer: Clam diggers can use code CLAM20 for a 20% discount on accommodations at Chateau Westport. (Some restrictions apply.)

🎭 Local Events & Activities

• April 4–6 (Fri–Sun):
  🎨 Spring Arts & Crafts Festival
  📍 Ocean Shores Convention Center
  🕒 Fri & Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
  Explore handcrafted items from local artists and enjoy food vendors.​

• April 5 (Saturday):
  🌱 Garden and Home Expo
  📍 Grays Harbor Fairgrounds, Elma
  🕒 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
  Featuring workshops, gardening tips, home improvement ideas, and local vendors.​

• April 5 (Saturday):
  🎶 Live Music Night at Steam Donkey Brewing
  📍 Aberdeen
  🕒 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
  Enjoy craft brews and live entertainment.​

• April 5–6 (Sat–Sun):
  🐶 Woof-a-Thon Dog Walk & Festival
  📍 North Bay Park, Ocean Shores
  🕒 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
  Celebrate your furry friends with a walk, contests, and vendors!​

🌷 Spring is in Full Bloom! 🌷

Here’s to brighter days, fresh beginnings, and fields of flowers that fill our hearts with joy. Welcome, Spring! 🌼✨

🎤 Open Mic Nights

• Tuesday (April 1):
  🎤 Messy Jessy’s Bar & Grill, Aberdeen
  🕒 6:00 PM–9:00 PM (All Ages)​

• Wednesday (April 2):
  🎤 Gepetto’s Italian Restaurant, Montesano
  🕒 6:00 PM–10:00 PM​

• Thursday (April 3):
  🎤 Hot Mama’s Nite Club, Ocean Shores
  🕒 7:00 PM–11:00 PM

🌦️ Weekly Weather Forecast

• Sun (Mar 30): 🌧️ Rain; High 59°F, Low 44°F

• Mon (Mar 31): 🌦️ Showers; High 51°F, Low 44°F

• Tue (Apr 1): 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy; High 54°F, Low 46°F

• Wed (Apr 2): 🌧️ Windy, Rain; High 50°F, Low 44°F

• Thu (Apr 3): 🌦️ AM Showers; High 53°F, Low 34°F

• Fri (Apr 4): ☀️ Sunny; High 59°F, Low 36°F

• Sat (Apr 5): ☀️ Sunny; High 65°F, Low 42°F

📷: Garnell Hale

📸 Guest Photo of the Week

Share your favorite Westport memories! Email your best photos to jennzandes@chateauwestport.com for a chance to be featured here next week.

🌟 Local Business Spotlight: Westport Pizza Company

🍕 This week we're thrilled to feature Westport Pizza Company, a local favorite serving delicious, hand-tossed pizzas made with fresh ingredients. Whether you're craving a classic pepperoni pie or something gourmet, they've got you covered.

🚗 Special Highlight: Enjoy the convenience of FREE DELIVERY anywhere within Westport city limits!

📍 Check them out: WestportPizzaCo.com
👍 Follow them on Facebook: facebook.com/westportpizzacompany

Craving pizza? Westport Pizza Company has your dinner plans covered!

spicy firecracker point pizza on a delicious gluten free crust!

Westport Pizza Company

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