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Tidewater

The local rhythm in Tidewater, OR is set by the river and the coast, where events and things to do center on community and the outdoors. While daily life is relaxed and focused on fishing or beachcombing, the social calendar is marked by several major annual festivals that draw crowds to the area. For a wider variety of cultural programming, the nearby coastal towns of Newport and Yachats offer performing arts centers and galleries.

• Explore Newport's Nye Beach neighborhood for a concentration of arts and culture, including performances at the Newport Performing Arts Center and exhibits at the Newport Visual Arts Center.
• Pick up local produce and artisan goods at Newport's year-round farmers' market or Waldport's seasonal market.
• Plan an outing around one of the region's signature annual events, like Waldport's Beachcomber Days Festival or Newport's Seafood & Wine Festival.