Blue Poppy DayMay 18, 10am – 4pmThe mystical Himalayan blue poppy, Meconopsis, will grace us with its ethereal beauty once again at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden. Come celebrate these fabulous flowers and enjoy a feast for your eyes. Walk through a meadow glowing with blooming blue poppies or stroll along the ADA accessible path […]

ABBAFab the #1 ABBA TributeMay 18, 7:30pmHaving played to sold-out crowds across the U.S. and abroad, ABBAFAB is a stunning tribute to the music of ABBA, featuring the sensational talents of some of TAD’s most talented and loved artists and musicians! This multimedia production is a tribute to some of the greatest music produced in […]

Gig Harbor Beer FestivalMay 18, noon – 5pmAward-winning brewers from the Puget Sound area will be pouring their finest brews at the Annual Gig Harbor Beer Festival. Get ready for a day filled with fantastic brews, cideries, Heritage Distilling Co., and live Music. Sip, savor, and discover new flavors as you mingle with fellow enthusiasts!Uptown […]

 Corks & CrushMay 18, 6pmMark your calendar for Corks & Crush, MultiCare Good Samaritan Foundation’s premier gala featuring fine wines, gourmet dining, a lively auction and after-party. Proceeds will expand access to compassionate care in East Pierce County.Washington State Fair & Event Center110 9th Ave SW, Puyallupcorksandcrush.org, 253-403-3038

Springfest Car ShowMay 18, 8am – 2pmEnjoy this car show fundraiser benefiting Seeds of Hope in partnership with the Pacific Northwest Novas.  All makes and models will be on display. Seeds of Hope focuses on families with children (18 and under) diagnosed with acute life-threatening illnesses in Pierce County.Sunrise Village Parking Lot behind LA Fitness10507 […]

Queen Victoria’s BirthdayMay 18, 11am – 5pmAdvance Tickets RecommendedJoin us at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum for a day of revelry in honor of Queen Victoria’s birthday! Celebrate Her Majesty’s 36th birthday by stepping back into 1855 with cannon fire and Victorian finery. Guest arriving early will be treated to a parade of bagpipes to […]

Tacoma Youth Symphony Concert:  A Legendary LegacyMay 18, 7pmFor the last twenty-seven years, Dr. Paul-Elliott Cobbs has been the Music Director of the Tacoma Youth Symphony Association and conductor of the Tacoma Youth Symphony. The beloved maestro is retiring at the end of the 2023-2024 season. On Saturday, May 18, TYSA will celebrate Dr. Cobbs […]

Capitol City Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K & Kids RunMay 18 – 19one of the best marathons in the Northwest, the course features rolling hills, enthusiastic volunteers, a festive post-race event with food, music, massage and swag.  We are a Boston Marathon qualifier with a loyal following of marathon veterans, newcomers and everyone in between.Sylvester Park615 […]

 Lacey Spring Fun FairMay 18, 10 am – 6pm & May 19, 11am – 5pmSince 1988, the Lacey Spring Fun Fair has provided FREE activities and entertainment for thousands. Enjoy rides, games, live entertainment, and Kids’ World activities, plus plenty of food, artisan & commercial vendors, and more!Saint Martin’s University5000 Abbey Way, Lacey360.742.9957, ·   […]

Cocoa with the BirdsMay 19, 10am – noonFree.  Pre-registration required.All ages.Come grab a hot cocoa and join us for a family-friendly birding event! Jump into a Park Guide-led bird walk, play a game of bird bingo, make your own bird feeder, and check out all sorts of other fun activities for kids. Binoculars are available […]

Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia Spring ConcertMay 19, 4pmhe Spring Concert highlights several soloists. Sky Lin, cello, performs Élégie by Fauré, and the Concerto for Trombones by Leyden shows off the entire section. Music Director Cameron May leads the Conservatory Orchestra, rounding out the season with music from Tower of Power and John Willams.The 18-member […]