Federal Way Symphony Series Premiere “Strings and…”October 16, 2:30pmMusic Director Adam Stern leads the orchestra in works for strings and . . . harpsichord . . . oboe . . . harp & vibraphone and . . . timpani. Featuring Seattle Symphony principal oboist Mary Lynch VanderKolk.Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center31510 Pete von […]

Tacoma Arts Live presentsCirque Mechanics Zephyr—A Whirlwind of a CircusOctober 16, 7:30pmnPantages Theater, Tacomatacomaartslive.orgnAn exhilarating tale inspired by the power of wind in the name of progress. See the new theatrical circus show that harnesses human power, instead of wind, to generate an energetic and breathtaking acrobatic experience! Perfect for the entire family.

Inside The Walk Home PodcastTuesday, October 18, 2022, 7:00pmThe Walk Home PodcastnKNKX’s Special Projects Team and The Seattle Times investigative team have created The Walk Home, a multi-part podcast chronicling the life and death of Manuel Ellis — and the revelations that came to light afterward.Theater on the Square915 Broadway, TacomaTickets: FREE Community Event with RegistrationRegister at tacomaartslive.org

Choral ConcertChoral Concert featuring the Choir of the West, University Chorale, University Singers, and Knights Chorus.October 18 7:30-9pm Lagerquist Concert Hall – Mary Baker Russell Music CentePacific Lutheran University, 2180 Park Ave S, Parklandcalendare.plu.edu

Opens at 10 daily – 7pm except Sunday, October 23 closes at 6pmTacoma Dome2727 E D St., Tacoma800.521.7469. holidaygiftshows. comTickets available through Ticketmaster

October 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 | 7:30 pmnOctober 15, 16, 22 | 2:00 pmAuburn Community Players: You’re A Good Man Charlie BrownGreen River College – Cascade Hall, 12401 SE 320th St.nPre-Sale: Adult: $20; Student/Senior: $17nDoor Sale: Adult: $25; Student/Senior: $22Charles Schulz’s beloved comic comes to life in Clark Gesner’s classic musical, You’re a Good Man, Charlie […]

Healthy Family ShowOctober 22, 11am-4pmnMacy’s Court, Capital Mall, Olympiashowcasemedialive.comnThe New Neighbors Guide, MultiCare’s Capital Medical and Capital Mall present a complimentary day of learning about camps, classes and fun habits to keep your family healthy and happy. This one-day event is an opportunity for families to check out the hottest trends from Capital Mall and […]

Pierce College GalaSave the Date fornA Legacy of Excellence: Supporting Student Success Gala!Oct. 22, 2022n5:30 to 9:30 p.m.nPierce College Fort Steilacoom

NORTHWEST GLASS PUMPKIN PATCHOctober 22, 9 – 3pmThe Northwest Glass Pumpkin Patches are sponsored by Tacoma Glassblowing Studio. Featuring over 2,000 hand blown glass pumpkins crafted by local glass artisans. Wander through a dazzling array of one-of-a kind glass pumpkins in a variety of colors, shapes, sizes and price rangesPioneer Park Pavilion, 330 S Meridian, […]

Over the Rainbow Performed by the Tacoma Concert BandOctober 22, 7:30pmPantages Theatre, Tacoma,Music that embraces life’s many journeys. Featuring a World Premiere by composer Elise WinklerThe award-winning Tacoma Concert Band is thrilled to kick off its season with, “Over the Rainbow,” a beautiful concert featuring musical themes that embraces life’s many journeys. Join conductor and artistic director Gerard Morris […]

Indy folk band Darlingside to open Kent Spotlight Series October 22, 7:30pm Darlingside, a four-person, indie folk band from Massachusetts, will kick off Kent’s 2022-2023 Spotlight Series. Darlingside is praised for their harmonies and intelligent songwriting, and their dynamic stage presence has made them a live-performance favorite. NPR describes the group as “exquisitely-arranged, literary-minded, baroque folk-pop,” Tickets […]