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We understand if your plans call for no plans at all. That’s fine, but if you really want to taste this place, join us year-round when we come alive with a calendar full of festivals, feasts, and artful fun. Relive our history. Take in a show. Catch the latest exhibit. Whatever your passion, there’s something waiting to entertain and invigorate you in Astoria, Oregon. Events are just one reason to come. As if you needed another excuse to visit.

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March37 Events

Kick off Women's History Month with Abigail Scott Duniway, Oregon's Mother of Equal Suffrage. LaRee Johnson will perform Duniway, sharing her story from a young girl crossing the Oregon Trail to a champion of voting rights for women. Light refreshments will be served.

Location: Astoria Public Library 450 10th St.

Hours: 3/4/2026 5:30 PM

Admission: Free

Trivia Night
21+ only
Sign ups at 6:30 and play starts at 7 p.m.
$2 per person to play
groups of up to six people
winning teams win cash
Always lots of fun and a great crowd.

The Merry Time has a full bar and its menu features awesome burgers, tacos, nachos and sandwiches along with a vegetarian selection and bar snacks. Be sure to check out the pinball room for Astoria's finest pinball experience! Outside seating, pool, and live music through the summer. The Merry Time is low-key, and comfortable: all are welcome here.

Locally owned and operated.

Hours: March 4, 2026, 6:30 pm - March 4, 2026, 8:30 pm

Since 2016, the Barbey Maritime Center's Sam Johnson Woodworking Shop has hosted a casual, weekly meeting of carving enthusiasts. Carvers work on current projects, as well as trade tips, techniques and design ideas. Each participant should bring their own tools and materials. The carving group is a great way to maintain skills and develop new ones. Please note that Carving Club capacity is limited to 12 carvers max.

Hours: March 5, 2026, 9:00 am - March 5, 2026, 12:00 pm

Plan your visit to the museum on a Friday and enjoy chatting with a Gallery Docent or engaging with the EDU Cart. - Gallery Docents specialize in a specific gallery, so ask at the front desk for their location and dive deep into the nitty gritty. This month we share our Canneries Gallery Docent, Lynne! - EDU Carts showcase touchable items related to the gallery they set up in. These are great for learners of all ages who want to get hands on with maritime history. One of these offerings are available in the museum on Fridays from 10:30 AM – 12 noon.

Location: Columbia River Maritime Museum, 1792 Marine Dr, Astoria OR

Hours: Fridays in March, 10:30AM - 12:00 noon

Admission: Standard admission fees

Trivia team sign-up closes at 3:30 PM, team size 1-6 people

Bid on silent auction items from: Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa, Astoria Co-Op, Sleeper Coffee, Gaetano's, Pat's Pantry, Bowline Hotel, Watershed Wellness, Buoy Beer, Finn Ware, Element 26, Bridgewater Bistro, Fedé, Josephson's Smokehouse, Pet Works, Akres on the Pier, T. Paul's Supper Club, Lower Columbia Bowl, The Inn at 515, Maritime Museum, Green Door Café, Frite and Scoop, Mo's, Pizza Harbor, Fulio's, and more!

Location: Patriot Hall, 1650 Lexington Avenue, Astoria, OR 97103

Hours: 3/7/2026 from 3-6 PM

Admission: $10/person, admission includes food, a chance to win prizes, and drinks

The Trail’s End Art Association Gallery will open a new show in March featuring paintings and other art forms by Suzanne Ebert and Kitty Paino. There will be a reception for the artists on March 7th, during the Gearhart Art Walk, 2-5 pm. This show will be open Fridays–Sundays, 11am–3 pm from March 7th to March 28th.

Location: Trail's End Art Gallery 656 A Street Gearhart, OR

Hours: March 7, 2026 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Admission: free

Join one of our educators for a guided tour through the exhibits. Pre-register for tours online or see if there is space upon arrival. Tours are in spoken English unless otherwise noted.

Location: Columbia River Maritime Museum, 1792 Marine Dr, Astoria OR

Hours: Sundays, March 8th & 22nd. Tours start at 11 AM and run for 45 minutes.

Admission: Standard admission fees

Join one of our educators for a guided tour through the exhibits. Pre-register for tours online or see if there is space upon arrival. Tours are in spoken English unless otherwise noted.

Hours: March 8, 2026, 11:00 am - March 8, 2026, 11:00 am

Traditional rug hooking has a rich history of using simple materials to create beautiful rugs and hangings. Apply this tradition to our maritime heritage twice a month in a casual, supportive setting. An initial introductory kit will be available for purchase $40 for incoming rug hookers looking to explore the craft. Each participant should bring their own tools and materials for other projects. Please note that Rug Hooking Club capacity is limited to 12 people max.

Location: Barbey Maritime Center, 2042 Marine Dr Astoria

Hours: Rug Hooking dates - January 14 and 28; February 11 and 25; March 11 and 25 9:00am - 12:00pm

Admission: Free with own supplies; a $40 introductory kit is available for purchase for beginner rug hookers

Trivia Night
21+ only
Sign ups at 6:30 and play starts at 7 p.m.
$2 per person to play
groups of up to six people
winning teams win cash
Always lots of fun and a great crowd.

The Merry Time has a full bar and its menu features awesome burgers, tacos, nachos and sandwiches along with a vegetarian selection and bar snacks. Be sure to check out the pinball room for Astoria's finest pinball experience! Outside seating, pool, and live music through the summer. The Merry Time is low-key, and comfortable: all are welcome here.

Locally owned and operated.

Hours: March 11, 2026, 6:30 pm - March 11, 2026, 8:30 pm

Join us for the 2026 Wild Coast Film Festival! A four day celebration of nature and our relationship to all that is wild, the festival features an incredible lineup of independent films, guided nature walks, pop-up discussion panels, and more.

Location: Columbian Theater with pop-up events and nature walks around the area

Hours: See Schedule for Details

Admission: Tickets and passes range from $15 for single film blocks to $75 for All-Access Weekend Passes.

Since 2016, the Barbey Maritime Center's Sam Johnson Woodworking Shop has hosted a casual, weekly meeting of carving enthusiasts. Carvers work on current projects, as well as trade tips, techniques and design ideas. Each participant should bring their own tools and materials. The carving group is a great way to maintain skills and develop new ones. Please note that Carving Club capacity is limited to 12 carvers max.

Hours: March 12, 2026, 9:00 am - March 12, 2026, 12:00 pm

Papa presents Open Auditions for "Anastasia" the musical:
Thursday, March 12th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Saturday, March 14th - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Monday, March 16th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Auditions will be held at the Fort Columbia Theater in Chinook, WA. (No Discover Pass needed). Come prepared to sing a 1 min song and cold read a monologue.

For more information, call (360) 836-4448 or email info@papatheater.org

Location: Fort Columbia Theater---475 US-101 N, Chinook, WA 98614

Hours: Thursday, March 12th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Saturday, March 14th - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Monday, March 16th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Admission: FREE

Plan your visit to the museum on a Friday and enjoy chatting with a Gallery Docent or engaging with the EDU Cart. - Gallery Docents specialize in a specific gallery, so ask at the front desk for their location and dive deep into the nitty gritty. This month we share our Canneries Gallery Docent, Lynne! - EDU Carts showcase touchable items related to the gallery they set up in. These are great for learners of all ages who want to get hands on with maritime history. One of these offerings are available in the museum on Fridays from 10:30 AM – 12 noon.

Hours: March 13, 2026, 10:30 am - March 13, 2026, 12:00 pm

Join us for the 2026 Wild Coast Film Festival! A four day celebration of nature and our relationship to all that is wild, the festival features an incredible lineup of independent films, guided nature walks, pop-up discussion panels, and more.

Hours: March 13, 2026, 12:00 am - March 13, 2026, 11:59 pm

Papa presents Open Auditions for "Anastasia" the musical:
Thursday, March 12th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Saturday, March 14th - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Monday, March 16th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Auditions will be held at the Fort Columbia Theater in Chinook, WA. (No Discover Pass needed). Come prepared to sing a 1 min song and cold read a monologue.

For more information, call (360) 836-4448 or email info@papatheater.org

Location: Fort Columbia Theater---475 US-101 N, Chinook, WA 98614

Hours: Thursday, March 12th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Saturday, March 14th - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Monday, March 16th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Admission: FREE

In the era of wooden boats, "chafing mats" were woven out of repurposed fishing line and placed on the deck in high traffic areas to reduce wear and tear on the wooden surface. It was regarded as a boat "accessory" and many sailors who had pride in their craft learned how to weave them. Register for CRMM's Maritime Weaving Club to try your hand at these historic patterns!

WEAVING CLUB DATES for 2026:
Saturdays, January 3, 17 and 31, 2026 - Kringle Knot
Saturdays, February 14 and 28, 2026 - Ocean Knot
Saturdays, March 14 and 28, 2026 - Bight Turks Knot

Capacity in the Sam Johnson Woodworking Shop is limited to 8 weavers at a time. Registration will open the Monday prior to the weaving club date. Can't make it after you register? Please email education@crmm.org to let us know, as this club is in high demand.

Hours: March 14, 2026, 10:00 am - March 14, 2026, 12:00 pm

Get your green on and hit the ground running! Our Leprechaun Dash 5K is a fun, festive run/walk for all ages and abilities! Whether you’re chasing a personal best, jogging with friends, or strolling in your favorite green gear, this event is all about community, movement, and a little luck. Information • Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 • Time: Race begins at 9am • Check In: 8am-8:45am • Location: Barbey Maritime Center (2042 Marine Dr, Astoria) • Ages: All ages (see below for information relating to wheelchairs and strollers) • Cost: $25.00 per adult, $10.00 per youth (ages 6-17)* • *Children 5 and younger with an accompanying adult can participate for free • Time Record: A race clock will be provided; participants will be responsible for recognizing and recording their own race time • Prizes & Giveaways: All runners participating in the race will receive a small participation token; top finishers from each age group will win a prize basket; 4 gold coins will be placed along the route to be redeemed for a prize at the finish line • Shirts: The first 100 runners will receive themed race shirts and bonus festive gear Rules & Regulations • Participants will receive a race bag at check-in prior to race start, including a bib to be worn on the front of the participant’s running attire. • Persons wishing to participate in a wheelchair or with a child in a stroller are responsible for assessing the feasibility and safety of the race course on their own. Wheelchairs and strollers may not be recommended for some events. • Participants may not bring any weapons, or replica weapons, as part of their costume. • Participants accept full responsibility for any damage or loss to costumes that may occur during the race. • Participants must stay within the course boundaries and are responsible for recognizing and understanding event signage and symbols relating to maps, facilities, and directions. • Dogs are welcome but must abide by the following: must be up to date on their rabies vaccination; must be on a 6ft leash or shorter, must not be a female in heat. Owners are responsible for picking up and discarding of waste. Owners are not to let their dog approach another dog without permission from the owner. • Failure to follow policies as outlined may result in immediate disqualification from the event, loss of prizes, and/or ban from future events.

Location: 20th Street & the Riverwalk (Barbey Maritime Center)

Hours: 03/14/2026 at 9:00AM

Admission: $25.00 per adult, $10.00 per youth (ages 6-17)* *Children 5 and younger with an accompanying adult can participate for free

Join us for the 2026 Wild Coast Film Festival! A four day celebration of nature and our relationship to all that is wild, the festival features an incredible lineup of independent films, guided nature walks, pop-up discussion panels, and more.

Hours: March 14, 2026, 12:00 am - March 14, 2026, 11:59 pm

Join us for the 2026 Wild Coast Film Festival! A four day celebration of nature and our relationship to all that is wild, the festival features an incredible lineup of independent films, guided nature walks, pop-up discussion panels, and more.

Hours: March 15, 2026, 12:00 am - March 15, 2026, 11:59 pm

Papa presents Open Auditions for "Anastasia" the musical:
Thursday, March 12th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Saturday, March 14th - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Monday, March 16th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Auditions will be held at the Fort Columbia Theater in Chinook, WA. (No Discover Pass needed). Come prepared to sing a 1 min song and cold read a monologue.

For more information, call (360) 836-4448 or email info@papatheater.org

Hours: March 16, 2026, 5:30 pm - March 16, 2026, 7:30 pm

Learn how to use HeritageQuest by Ancestry, a database with billions of records to trace your family tree.

Location: Astoria Public Library 450 10th St.

Hours: 3/18/26 5:30 PM

Admission: Free

Trivia Night
21+ only
Sign ups at 6:30 and play starts at 7 p.m.
$2 per person to play
groups of up to six people
winning teams win cash
Always lots of fun and a great crowd.

The Merry Time has a full bar and its menu features awesome burgers, tacos, nachos and sandwiches along with a vegetarian selection and bar snacks. Be sure to check out the pinball room for Astoria's finest pinball experience! Outside seating, pool, and live music through the summer. The Merry Time is low-key, and comfortable: all are welcome here.

Locally owned and operated.

Hours: March 18, 2026, 6:30 pm - March 18, 2026, 8:30 pm

Since 2016, the Barbey Maritime Center's Sam Johnson Woodworking Shop has hosted a casual, weekly meeting of carving enthusiasts. Carvers work on current projects, as well as trade tips, techniques and design ideas. Each participant should bring their own tools and materials. The carving group is a great way to maintain skills and develop new ones. Please note that Carving Club capacity is limited to 12 carvers max.

Hours: March 19, 2026, 9:00 am - March 19, 2026, 12:00 pm

Taste three Whiskeys that were aged at sea while learning about the vessels who took them out! Columbia River Maritime Museum is partnering with Pilothouse Distilling to bring this sip and learn offering. Must be 21+ to participate.

Location: Pilot House Distilling, 1343 Duane St Astoria

Hours: Friday, March 20 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Plan your visit to the museum on a Friday and enjoy chatting with a Gallery Docent or engaging with the EDU Cart. - Gallery Docents specialize in a specific gallery, so ask at the front desk for their location and dive deep into the nitty gritty. This month we share our Canneries Gallery Docent, Lynne! - EDU Carts showcase touchable items related to the gallery they set up in. These are great for learners of all ages who want to get hands on with maritime history. One of these offerings are available in the museum on Fridays from 10:30 AM – 12 noon.

Hours: March 20, 2026, 10:30 am - March 20, 2026, 12:00 pm

Come out to show some love to the Charlene Larsen Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday March 21 from noon to 6 pm! There will be music, hi jinks, food and drink! You will hear performances from the musicians who call the Larsen Center home, who love to rehearse and perform there!

Location: Larsen Center 588 16th St Astoria, OR 97103

Hours: March 21, 2026, 12:00 pm - March 21, 2026, 6:00 pm

Admission: Free with suggested donation $10

Join one of our educators for a guided tour through the exhibits including tactile stops to learn through feel. Pre-register for tours online or see if there is space upon arrival. Tours start at 11 AM and run for 45 minutes. Tours are in spoken English unless otherwise noted.

Location: Columbia River Maritime Museum, 1792 Marine Dr, Astoria OR

Hours: Sunday March 22, 2026, 11:00AM

Admission: Standard admission fees

Traditional rug hooking has a rich history of using simple materials to create beautiful rugs and hangings. Apply this tradition to our maritime heritage twice a month in a casual, supportive setting. An initial introductory kit will be available for purchase $40 for incoming rug hookers looking to explore the craft. Each participant should bring their own tools and materials for other projects. Please note that Rug Hooking Club capacity is limited to 12 people max.

Location: Barbey Maritime Center, 2042 Marine Dr Astoria

Hours: Rug Hooking dates - January 14 and 28; February 11 and 25; March 11 and 25 9:00am - 12:00pm

Admission: Free with own supplies; a $40 introductory kit is available for purchase for beginner rug hookers

Trivia Night
21+ only
Sign ups at 6:30 and play starts at 7 p.m.
$2 per person to play
groups of up to six people
winning teams win cash
Always lots of fun and a great crowd.

The Merry Time has a full bar and its menu features awesome burgers, tacos, nachos and sandwiches along with a vegetarian selection and bar snacks. Be sure to check out the pinball room for Astoria's finest pinball experience! Outside seating, pool, and live music through the summer. The Merry Time is low-key, and comfortable: all are welcome here.

Locally owned and operated.

Hours: March 25, 2026, 6:30 pm - March 25, 2026, 8:30 pm

Paint and Sip at The Vineside Wine Bar on Pier 39! Enjoy a fun boutique paint class instructed by an Oregonian local artist who is invested in student success and wellbeing. All skill levels are welcome. Step-by-step instruction, all materials provided, and a glass of wine included.

Location: The Vineside Wine Bar 100 39th St, Astoria, OR., 97103

Hours: 3/26/26 6pm-8:30pm

Admission: $40/person

Since 2016, the Barbey Maritime Center's Sam Johnson Woodworking Shop has hosted a casual, weekly meeting of carving enthusiasts. Carvers work on current projects, as well as trade tips, techniques and design ideas. Each participant should bring their own tools and materials. The carving group is a great way to maintain skills and develop new ones. Please note that Carving Club capacity is limited to 12 carvers max.

Hours: March 26, 2026, 9:00 am - March 26, 2026, 12:00 pm

Slang is unofficial and unconventional, but it reflects how people really talk to one another. There’s a long list of words and turns of phrase we use today that originate from the maritime world. Explore the Brix Maritime Hall and This is Our Place, a recent collaboration with the Chinook Indian Nation, or shop the Museum Store when doors open at 5:30. Then join us for a presentation with US Navy Veteran, US Coast Guard Veteran, Merchant Mariner, and Thalassophile Jason “Boats” Linnett to dive into the maritime origins of many common phrases. This program is for guests aged 21 and up. A drink ticket option is available for purchase with lecture registration.

Location: Columbia River Maritime Museum, 1792 Marine Dr Astoria

Hours: Friday, March 27 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Plan your visit to the museum on a Friday and enjoy chatting with a Gallery Docent or engaging with the EDU Cart. - Gallery Docents specialize in a specific gallery, so ask at the front desk for their location and dive deep into the nitty gritty. This month we share our Canneries Gallery Docent, Lynne! - EDU Carts showcase touchable items related to the gallery they set up in. These are great for learners of all ages who want to get hands on with maritime history. One of these offerings are available in the museum on Fridays from 10:30 AM – 12 noon.

Hours: March 27, 2026, 10:30 am - March 27, 2026, 12:00 pm

Come join us in a night of music and dancing to honor our men and women in uniform! The Dukes of Swing will be performing on Saturday, March 28th from 3:00pm - 6:00pm at the Fort Columbia Theater in Chinook, WA. (No Discover Pass needed). A $20 suggested donation includes food, fun and music.

For more information, call (360) 836-4448 or visit www.papatheater.com

Location: PAPA Theater, Fort Columbia State Park, Chinook WA

Hours: Saturday, March 28th from 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Admission: $20 suggested donation

Friends of Suomi Hall will hold a banquet and auction to raise funds to stabilize and restore the 142-year-old Suomi Hall so it can continue to be used as lodge and community event space. The banquet will start at 5 PM on Saturday, March 28, at the Loft at the Red Building on Basin Street in Astoria. The Bridgewater Bistro will cater the dinner and the public is welcome. Nordic attire is encouraged. Details are available at www.suomihall.org.

Location: The Loft at the Red Building
20 Basin Street
Astoria Oregon

Hours: Saturday, March 28
5 - 8:30 PM

Admission: $150 per person

5 PM: Check-in, charcuterie, bar open, silent auction
6 PM: Dinner catered by Bridgewater Bistro
Finnish Karjalan Paisti meat stew, Salmon in Lemon Dill Sauce, Chickpea Cakes (gluten free, vegetarian)
Sides include mixed green salad, beet salad, pickled herring, marinated cucumbers, rye rolls, pulla (cardamon bread), whipped butter.
Dessert is a mixed berry cobbler.
6:45 PM: Live auction starts.
8:30 PM: Bar closes
9 PM: Event ends.

Cost: $150 includes two beverage tickets for beer, wine, coffee, tea, or lemonade or a Lonkero cocktail (Finnish Long Drink made with grapefruit juice and gin)

In the era of wooden boats, "chafing mats" were woven out of repurposed fishing line and placed on the deck in high traffic areas to reduce wear and tear on the wooden surface. It was regarded as a boat "accessory" and many sailors who had pride in their craft learned how to weave them. Register for CRMM's Maritime Weaving Club to try your hand at these historic patterns!

WEAVING CLUB DATES for 2026:
Saturdays, January 3, 17 and 31, 2026 - Kringle Knot
Saturdays, February 14 and 28, 2026 - Ocean Knot
Saturdays, March 14 and 28, 2026 - Bight Turks Knot

Capacity in the Sam Johnson Woodworking Shop is limited to 8 weavers at a time. Registration will open the Monday prior to the weaving club date. Can't make it after you register? Please email education@crmm.org to let us know, as this club is in high demand.

Hours: March 28, 2026, 10:00 am - March 28, 2026, 12:00 pm