Don't Miss the Annual BBQ, Blues & Brews on the Bay, a popular “finger-lickin' good” food festival, May 27-28, 2023!

Book your stay and pack your bags, because you’ll want to head to Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston this Memorial Day Weekend! We can tell you why - BBQ, Blues & Brews on the Bay will be back at The Mill Casino • Hotel & RV Park on May 27-28, 2023! For two days, enjoy non-stop fun, music, craft brews, and of course, delicious BBQ - all sanctioned by the KCBS.

Now in its 10th year, BBQ, Blues & Brews on the Bay, has become one of the most popular annual food festivals on the Oregon Coast. Competitors from all around the Pacific Northwest, and other regions of the US and Canada, will be vying to be crowned Grand Champion. Plus, there will be 20+ breweries in the beer sample garden.

We can't wait to devour all the delicious barbecue & Mac ‘N Cheese samples, sip on come savory craft beers and stomp our feet to some smokin' hot tunes from a few of our favorite local bands! Click here to see the schedule of events and list of competitors.


While you are here, take some time to explore Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston! Follow our “Greatest Hits” Itinerary to experience the best of Oregon's Adventure Coast, or consider some of these fun adventures:

• Eat Like a Local on Oregon’s Adventure Coast.
• Go Crabbing, Clamming or Fishing! For the most current regulations and harvest notices, check with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and read their instructional flier “How to Crab” for important details.
• Combine the Cape Arago Highway Loop & Charleston to Bandon Tour Route for the ultimate Oregon Coast road trip.
• Hike the Golden and Silver Falls State Natural Area.
• Unplug & Reconnect With Nature at the South Slough NERR.
• Hunt for treasures in our eclectic retail and antique shops
• Explore the trifecta of glorious Oregon State Parks.

Be sure to request a visitor’s packet or check out our Adventures page and Trip Ideas page to see more adventures you can have on Oregon's Adventure Coast. You can also contact the Coos Bay - North Bend Visitor & Convention Bureau. You can also follow Oregon's Adventure Coast Facebook, @travelcoosbay on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok to find inspiration on the best spots to visit, eat, stay and explore any time of the year.