4th of July in Pacific City: A Complete Guide 🇺🇸

Whether this is your first or 50th year celebrating the 4th of July in Pacific City, this is a complete guide to the busy, beautiful weekend ahead.

Here’s everything you need to know for the best 4th of July weekend in Pacific City!

4th of July Dining in Pacific City

4th of July weekend in Pacific City is one of the busiest times of year here – especially when the weather holds up. So pretty much every restaurant and shop is open for you to enjoy.

Breakfast / Brunch / Coffee

Grateful Bread: Come visit me during my shifts this weekend at The Grateful Bread. I’ll be working Thursday, Friday, and Sunday all day! Call in advance to reserve a table, and you can skip the wait. Hours are 8am-2pm Thursday through Monday. Breakfast and lunch are served all day.

Village Coffee Shop: Another breakfast spot in town is the Village Coffee Shop. Hours are 7am-2pm daily.

Cold Water & Coffee: Located in the Village Shops shopping mall on Brooten Road, stop by for a grab-and-go breakfast, or just coffee and a treat. Hours are 7am-4pm daily, and 6am-4pm on Saturdays.

Riverhouse Nestucca: Have you tried brunch at Riverhouse? They’re serving breakfast 10am-2pm on Saturdays and Sundays, then reopen for dinner from 4-9pm.
Beachwood: On Saturdays and Sundays, Beachwood opens early at 9am to serve breakfast (with a full bar). This spot is family friendly. Hours are Thursdays 11am to midnight, Friday they are open noon to 2am.

Lunch & Dinner

Grateful Bread: Come for breakfast and espresso, then come back for lunch! Lunch is available all day –– 8am-2pm Thursday through Monday.

Sportsman’s Pub & Grub: Always check the board for some delicious specials. My menu favorites include the jalapeno burger, oyster shooters, gumbo, steak fries, and Ceasar salad. Open 11am to 12am, 7 days a week.

Beach Walk: Another one of my faves, if you haven’t tried it yet, you’re missing out. Hands down my favorite meal here is the Simple Rice Bowl with general sauce, pineapple, shrimp, and cabbage. Closed for the 4th, but open 11am to 8pm Friday through Tuesday!

Beachwood: Kids are welcome until 9pm, then 21+ only. They are open until midnight on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and 2am on Fridays.

Riverhouse Nestucca: The Riverhouse is guaranteed to be packed this weekend. I recommend calling in advance to make a reservation. Dinner is served 4-9pm Wednesday through Sunday.

Oar House: The Oar House is going to be open Friday 7/5 and Saturday 7/6 from 12-8pm. Try their specialty cocktails. My personal favorite dish is the steak salad.

Wine Tastings & Small Bites

Twist Wine Co.: Great spot to enjoy a bottle of wine, and purchase a few to take home. This is also a great spot to gift shop and grab craft beers you won’t find anywhere else in town. And, they have snacks! Hours are noon to 7pm daily, and noon to 8pm on Friday and Saturday.

PC Pour: PC Pour is going to be full of surprises all weekend! Check out the event section of this blog for a list of all the weekend festivities. Hours are 2-7pm daily.

4th of July Shopping in Pacific City

Here’s are some small businesses to visit and support this 4th of July weekend in Pacific City.

The Village Shops on Brooten Road, (across from the Sportsman’s)

Lucky Beach Boutique: Clothing, accessories, home goods, and gifts. Open 10-5 daily.
Fiddlesticks: Toys for kids, and games and other activities for adults. Open 10-5 daily.
Ritual 97135: Soaps, lotions, accessories, and more. Open 10-5, Thursday – Tuesday.
Pacific Coast Candy: Candy, ice cream, kites. Open 10am-6pm daily, 10-5 on Sundays.

More shops on Brooten Road:

West Fish Co.: Fresh, dory-caught fish sold by the pound, open 11-5 daily.
Library Thrift Shop: Thrift store finds, open 11-4 Thursday through Saturday.
Brandalyn and Blooms: Gift shop and florist, open 10-3 Thursday through Monday.
Twist Wine Co.: Glassware, gourmet snacks, wine, craft beer and cocktails, and more. Open noon to 7pm daily, and noon-8pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

Across the River:

Moment Surf Co.: Clothing, accessories, gifts, surf gear, surf lessons, rentals and more. Open 10-5 daily.
PC Pour: Wine, beer, and gifts with a Jewelry pop up on Saturday (more info below). Open 2-7pm daily.

4th of July Events in Pacific City

4th of July weekend in Pacific City is full of fun events. Here are some to check out.

Thursday & Friday: Live Music with Jori & Friends at PC Pour

On Thursday 7/4 and Friday 7/5, stop into PC Pour for a glass of wine, a beer, or a soft drink and live music by Jori and Friends. RSVP here.

Thursday, Friday, & Saturday: Karaoke at Beachwood

Sing your heart out starting at 8pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at Beachwood. Kids are welcome until 9pm, then 21+ only. Open until Midnight, open later on Fridays.

Friday: Dorymen’s Association 5th of July cleanup

Get up and give back Friday the 5th at the Cape Kiwanda State Park parking lot in Pacific City for the annual 5th of July cleanup. Cleanup event starts at 8am. Registration is encouraged – register here.

Friday: Watercolor for Teens at PC Library

The library is closed for Independence day, but bring your teens by on Friday from 3-5pm for watercolor painting! More info here.

Friday: Game Night at PC Pour

On Friday 7/5, PC Pour will also host its weekly game night from 2-7pm. Some games are provided, but feel free to bring your own. Enjoy drinks and complimentary popcorn.

Friday: Swing Dance Workshop at the Community Center

Fun fact – my pandemic hobby was ballroom dancing. I can’t wait for this East Coast Swing workshop with the Oregon Coast Dance Center! 7-8pm at Kiawanda Community Center. The class is $10. RSVP to the Facebook event here.

Friday & Saturday: Yoga with Dawn at the Community Center

Join Dawn Byer for the always-popular morning yoga sessions at the community center at 9am on Friday 7/5 and Saturday 7/6. For $10, you are guaranteed a strong, peaceful start to your day.

Saturday: Clover’s Day in Downtown Cloverdale

If you’ve never been to Cloverdale, Saturday will be a great day to check it out! Clover’s Day is an annual celebration of Cloverdale and all it has to offer. The main event runs from 10am-2pm and features open shops, a vendor fair, a petting zoo, face painting, a 50/50 raffle, and live music. Here is the Facebook event page.

Saturday: Neskowin Farmers Market

Take a short ride south on 101 to Neskowin on Saturday for the Farmers market. Check out Pacific City’s own Sea-Q Fish and their new food truck, which will be serving up fish dishes and selling fish by the pound. Hours are 9am to 1pm on Saturdays.

Saturday: Jewelry Pop-up at PC Pour

On Saturday 7/6, Blue Gypsea Jewelry will be at PC Pour from 2-5pm. Stop by to see her work and support a local artist! RSVP here.

Saturday: Live Music with Alan Ehrlich at PC Pour

Also on Saturday from 3-5pm, Alan Ehrlich, a singer/songwriter from the Pacific Northwest with family ties to Pacific City, will be performing at PC Pour. RSVP here.

Saturday: Trivia Night at PC Pour

Saturday is an eventful day at PC Pour –– finish up the day with Trivia night from 5:30-7pm. It’s free to play, and they have food and drinks available to purchase. RSVP here.

Sunday: Pacific City Farmer’s Market

Come by the library parking lot on Sunday for the weekly farmer’s market featuring local vendors and farmers. Hours are 10am-2pm.

4th of July Fireworks in Pacific City

There is no official fireworks show in Pacific City this year, but you can expect people will be lighting off their own throughout the weekend.

If you want to catch a real fireworks show, Neskowin is hosting its own display at 10pm on the 4th of July in front of Proposal Rock. The show will be approximately 25 minutes long.

Tips for Pet Owners

Worried about your dog? Here are some tips to help prepare them for 4th of July celebrations:

Create a Safe Space: Set up a quiet, comfortable area in your home where your pet can retreat during the fireworks.
Use Calming Aids: Consider using anxiety wraps, pheromone diffusers, or calming treats to help soothe your pet.
Distract with Background Noise: Play calming music or have the TV on to help drown out the noise of the fireworks.
Stay Indoors: Keep your pet inside with windows and doors closed to minimize the sound.

For more insight and information, this is a great resource from Outside Online about caring for pets around the 4th of July.

Fireworks Safety

Be safe! Fireworks are fun, but also dangerous. These fireworks safety tips from the National Safety Council are important to know. It could save you a trip to the emergency room this weekend.

Keep a Safe Distance: Always maintain a safe distance from fireworks to avoid injury.
Supervise Children: Never let children handle fireworks without adult supervision.
Keep Water Handy: Have a bucket of water or a hose nearby in case of fire or mishap.
Dispose of Fireworks Properly: Ensure used fireworks are soaked in water before disposing of them to prevent fires.

If you need medical attention for any reason this weekend, the closest emergency rooms are in Lincoln City (22 miles south on 101) and Tillamook (25 miles north on 101).

Legal Fireworks

Are your fireworks legal? This page from Tillamook Fire District will make sure you’re in compliance with local laws. It’s important to know which fireworks are allowed to avoid fines or legal trouble.

Environmental Responsibility

And last but not least, pick up your trash! Whether you’re having your own fireworks show or watching a display, don’t leave your garbage behind. Do your part to take care of our coast.

Bring a Trash Bag: Carry a bag with you to collect your waste.
Leave No Trace: Ensure that you leave the area cleaner than you found it.

On Friday, 7/5, the Dorymen’s Association is hosting a beach cleanup starting at 8am. Registration is encouraged. Register here. Cleanup starts at 8am!

Have a great weekend, everyone!

I hope everyone has a fun, safe weekend filled with memories.

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