Festivals & Events

VICTORIA, BC

Be a Tourist in Your Own Hometown (February 28th - March 3rd) Experience many of Victoria's top tourist attractions at great discounted rates - some are even free!  Black Ball Ferry Line will be participating as well with tours of the MV Coho being offered on February 28th.

OLYMPIC PENINSULA, WA

Driftwood Art Show (March 23rd - March 24th) The Olympic Driftwood Sculptors will be having their 5th Annual Winter Show in the Audubon Center in Sequim. The exhibit of numerous sculptures will also include the "Aquarium" - a separate display of marine related pieces. Demonstrations of works-in-progress will be on-going throughout the show & driftwood artists will be available to answer questions & explain the process used in creating these beautiful art pieces.  Admission is free.

SEATTLE, WA

Best of the Northwest Spring Art Show (March 23rd - March 24th) A kaleidoscope of art, music, performance and wine on the Seattle waterfront.  A local favorite and national award winner, the show sets up at Smith Cove Cruise Terminal on Pier 91. Shop from more than 130 Northwest artists, designers and craftspeople providing handcrafted jewelry, designer clothing, paintings, works out of glass, wood, metal, clay and more. Enjoy continuous live music with groups from across the musical spectrum including bluegrass, cajun and folk.

PORTLAND, OR

Spring Beer and Wine Festival (March 29th - March 30th) Celebrate Artisan Food and Drink at Portland’s 19th Spring Beer & Wine Festival.  Festival-goers will enjoy samples of more than 80 craft beers, 30 regional wineries and many local artisan spirits, plus delectable tastes of specialty cheese and handcrafted chocolate, all while mingling with brewers, winemakers and other craftspeople. In addition, the festival will also offer a global shopping marketplace, cooking demonstrations and educational seminars on the Chef’s Stage, and live music featuring Northwest bands.

last updated: February 28, 2013