Classical Tuesdays Wine & Song BenefitDecember 5, 7pm       Help keep Classical Tuesdays free concert series vibrant with a songs & wine reception.$30 donation. All ages welcome.Connelly Law Offices     2301 N 30th St, Tacoma http://classicaltuesdays.blogspot.com         

Canadian Brass: Making Spirits BrightDecember 6, 7:30pmThe Kings of Brass are ready to make the holiday season merry and bright with Making Spirits Bright. This quintet never fails to delight with their winning combination of fabulous sound, engaging wit, popular programming, and top-notch showmanship. Making Spirits Bright includes original arrangements and signature takes on beloved […]

History After Hours: End of the LineDecember 7, 7 – 9pmTravel back in time to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Northern Pacific Railroad in Tacoma. Embark with Washington State History Museum to explore why the City of Destiny was named as the terminus for the Northern Pacific Railroad and consider the legacy of this […]

St Lucia FestivalDecember 8, 5:30-7:30 pmCelebrate Gig Harbor’s Scandinavian heritage at Harbor History Museum’s 8th Annual Light Up the Night: St. Lucia Festival. Crafts, games, and traditional Scandinavian snacks are the star at this family-friendly event. $5 admission per child aged 3 years and up. Harbor History Museum members and their families get in FREE. […]

Lighted Tractor ParadeDecember 9, 6pmDowntown CentraliaJoin us for our 14th annual Lighted Tractor Parade.  An award-winning event that you and your loved ones won’t want to miss!www.downtowncentralia.org360.345.1040

Davina and the VagabondsDecember 9, 7:30pmCelebrate the season with a sassy holiday concert that blends blues, swing, and New Orleans Jazz. With a new spin on an old sound, Davina and The Vagabonds have created quite a stir on the international music scene with their high-energy live shows.Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center31510 Pete […]

 Brass Choir Ho Ho:  Student Orchestras of Greater OlympiaDecember 9, 2pmEnjoy a fun show of traditional and not-so-traditional holiday brass music great for the whole family, including stories, guest soloists, and an audience sing-along.Westminster Presbyterian Church1925 Boulevard Rd SE, Olympia360.352.1438, studentorchestras.org 

City of Lakewood Holiday Parade of Lights & Tree LightingDecember 9, 4 – 5:30pm Line Gravelly Lake Drive and Main Street in Lakewood Towne Center to cheer on your friends, family, neighbors and local businesses in the annual Holiday Parade of Lights. Enjoy holiday music, visit with Santa and help the City of Lakewood countdown to […]

A Very Merry MarketDecember 9, 2 – 8pmTacoma Arts Live and Black Night Market present A Very Merry Market. This event is free and open to the public and features festive performances, shopping with 80 BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color)-owned businesses, and photos with Black Santa.Tacoma Armory1001 S Yakima Ave, Tacomatacomaartslive.org

Turn of the TidesDecember 9, 11 am – 4pmThe Estuarium invite you to enjoy this free, family-friendly event that features arts & crafts, Estuarium touch tank station, warm drinks, environmental and community organizations info tables as well as eco-inspried artist vendors.The Olympia Center222 Columbia St NW, OlympiaPuget Sound Estuariumpugetsoundestuarium.org

Swan Creek Salmon SaturdaysDecember 2 & 9, noon – 2pmFreeCelebrate the return of salmon to our creeks and waterways. Learn about salmon habitat and conservation. Meet at the Pioneer Way entrance to Swan Creek Park, 2820 Pioneer Way E. (Map It)Swan Creek ParkSalmon Saturdays 2023 – Metro Parks Tacoma  

Santa’s BoatShopDecember 9 & 13, 9am – 4pmThe historic Eddon Boatyard will be transformed into Santa’s BoatShop for Children to build and paint model boats at this festive holiday event.Please plan approximately one hour to build and paint your boat. Ages 3 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Fee Per Child: $20 includes […]