Almost MaineApril 26 – May 12, Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays 2pmPay what you can performance, May 9ASL performance May 12Welcome to Almost, Maine, a town that’s so far north, it’s almost not in the United States—it’s almost in Canada. And it almost doesn’t exist. Because its residents never got around to getting organized. So, […]

MayFestMay 10 – 12, 10am – 5pmCelebrate the arrival of spring and Mother’s Day with family-friendly activities.Lakewold Gardens12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewoodlakewoldgardens.org253.584.4106 

PortraitsMay 11, 7:30pmColeridge-Taylor: Ballade in A minornBrahms: Violin Concerto in D MajornElgar: Enigma VariationsTacoma Symphony’s final performance of the season with Sara Ioannides, Conductor and violinist Kristin Lee.Over the last 10 years, under Music Director Sarah Ioannides’ baton, the orchestra has grown musically and artistically, reaching new heights of excellence. With each performance, Symphony Tacoma continues to inspire, […]

Asian, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander American Heritage CelebrationMay 11, 11am – 4pmThe Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with the City of Olympia and South Puget Sound Community College, invites everyone to celebrate Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American heritage and cultures. Enjoy food vendors, performances, and activities for […]

Storybook Ballet TheaterMay 11, Fairy Tale Tea Party 1PM, – Pantages Theater Lobby, Performance 2PM – Theater on the SquareEnjoy the stunning dance of Tacoma City Ballet in this magical production.  With Tacoma City Ballet Chamber Orchestra.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, TacomaTheatre on the Square915 Broadway, Tacomatacomacityballet.comtickets:  Tacoma City Theaters Box Office 253.591.5894 

SIP Puyallup Spring EditionMay 11, noon – 5pm21+Enjoy delicious wine, bubbles, local beers and ciders! You can sip your way through downtown and shop local. Grab a friend for an afternoon of entertainment, exclusive specials for SIP attendees, selfie stations, and fun!Register at 109 N Meridian to receive your wristband, tasting cup, 10 wine taste […]

Tacoma Youth Symphony Season FinaleMay 11, 3pmEnjoy the season finale of the Tacoma Youth Symphony with the Tacoma Youth Brass Ensemble Spring Concert.Rialto Theater310 S 9th St, Tacomatacomacitytheaters.org 

Tomorrow X Together, Act: PromiseMay 14, 7pmSouth Korea’s and Gen Z’s leading band US Tour lands in Tacoma.The K-pop concerts are recognized for their cohesive narrative, seamlessly weaving together captivating music, performances, VCRs, and set designs. The quintet’s previous world tour ‘ACT : SWEET MIRAGE’ enthralled audiences with majestic sets featuring carousels, ships, waterfalls, and […]

Career & Transfer Fair at South Puget Sound Community CollegeMay 15, 10am – 3pmThe Career & Transfer Fair is a unique opportunity for job seekers, students, and the community to explore a variety of career and transfer options. With over 90 participating employers, universities, and resource tables, attendees will have access to valuable information and […]

7th Annual Japanese American Remembrance DayMay 16, 3:30 – 8pmCommemorate the 82nd anniversary of the forced removal of Tacoma’s Japanese Americans during World War II. This year’s event will feature a resource fair with over a dozen organizations providing educational resources to attendees, clock hours, panel discussion, live music, art-making opportunities, and a chance to view […]

The Aunties, Women of the Salish SeaMay 16, 7:30pmThe Aunties is an invitation to come together to honor the women that shape, heal, and uphold Indigenous communities—the aunties—through an evening of contemporary storytelling, shared stories live from the stage alongside familial and archival photographs, and works of legacy. This second installment in the world premiere, […]

Lil Wayne Live in ConcertMay 17, 8pmFive-time GRAMMY Award-winning, multi-platinum rap icon, Lil Wayne, will be performing live in concert. Joining the YoungnMoney Entertainment founder is Kennewick, Washington’s own hip-hop duo, Kash and KingTickets available at the Heritage Bank Ticket Office or at ticketmaster.com.Tacoma Dome2727 E D St, Tacomatacomadome.org