October brings music, mushrooms, art, and a little Halloween fun to the Oregon Coast. If you’re visiting Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast this fall, here are a few local events worth adding to your plans.

Yachats Big Band

October 1 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Yachats Commons, Yachats, Oregon
Yachats City Website

Enjoy an evening of live big band music at Yachats Commons. The Yachats Big Band brings the sounds of classic jazz and swing to the coast, making this a fun way to spend an October evening in the village of Yachats.

Ghoul from the Tide Pool

Saturday, October 10 | 2:00–4:00 PM
Yachats Commons, Yachats, Oregon
Yachats City Website

Get into the Halloween spirit with Ghoul from the Tide Pool, a fun coastal-themed event at Yachats Commons. It’s a great family-friendly way to celebrate the spooky side of the Oregon Coast.

Yachats Mushroom Festival

October 16–18
Yachats Commons, Yachats, Oregon
Yachats Mushroom Festival

The annual Yachats Mushroom Festival celebrates one of the Oregon Coast’s most fascinating natural treasures. The weekend features mushroom-focused activities, presentations, food, and opportunities to learn more about the incredible fungi found throughout our coastal forests.

Mushroom Festival Brunch at Heceta Lighthouse

Sunday, October 18 | 11:45 AM–2:15 PM
Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast, Florence, Oregon
Mushroom Festival Brunch at Heceta Head

Join us at Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast for a special Mushroom Festival Brunch celebrating the flavors of the season. Enjoy a memorable meal in the historic Lightkeeper’s Home with the beautiful Heceta Head coastline as your backdrop. Advance reservations are required, so call Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast to reserve your seat.

Circles in the Sand

October 24–25
Heceta Beach, Florence, Oregon
Circles in the Sand – Florence Chamber of Commerce

Watch as intricate labyrinth designs are created in the sand at Heceta Beach. Circles in the Sand is a unique Oregon Coast experience, combining art, nature, and the ever-changing landscape of the beach.

Scary Tales Haunted Maze

October 28–31 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Florence Event Center, Florence, Oregon
Scary Tales Haunted Maze

Ready for some Halloween thrills? The Scary Tales Haunted Maze at the Florence Event Center offers an evening of spooky fun and fright. It’s a perfect October activity for those looking to add a little extra Halloween excitement to their coastal getaway.