Nehalem Bay Crab Derby
2026-06-06 09:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kelly’s Brighton Marina, 29200 N Hwy 101, Rockaway Beach, OR, 97136, United States
Come out to Kelly’s Brighton Marina for the annual Crab Derby on Saturday, June 6th! Kelly’s Marina will release 26 tagged crabs into the Nehalem Bay on Saturday, June 6th. A $10 per ticket entry fee is required to participate in the Derby, with proceeds from ticket sales going to two sponsored charities — the MuddNick Foundation of Manzanita, OR and the Animal Haven By The Sea Rescue in Nehalem, OR.
All captured tagged crabs must be returned to the Marina by 5:00pm and a drawing will be held to determine the top prize of $1,000 cash. Live music, games, crafts, many great vendors, raffles, and a wide array of prizes round out an exciting event that becomes an annual tradition for many who attend.
