Olympia’s Pride MonthIgnite your pride and celebrate love in all its vibrant forms at our three-day LGBTQIA2S+ Festival, the annual Pride extravaganza of Olympia, WA! Get ready to immerse yourself in a whirlwind of inclusivity, acceptance, and sheer joy as we come together to honor diversity and embrace unity. From electrifying performances to thought-provoking discussions.June […]

The Taste NWJune 28 – 30Free.The Taste NW is more than just a celebration of food – it’s a melting pot of local and international cuisine, showcasing the best of what the South Sound has to offer. This event features 150+ food and marketplace vendors, five stages with live entertainment and comedy, local chef cook-off […]

Asahel Curis Collection Documentary Premiere with Cascade PBSJune 29, 5:30pmEnjoy Refreshments, artifacts and conversing prior to the screening.Free with registration. Washington State Historical Society (blackbaudhosting.com)Enjoy the premiere of the Asahel Curtis Collection documentary, a collaboration between the Washington State Historical Society and Cascade PBS. This screening offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into the […]

LeMay Motorcycle DayJune 29, 9am – 4pmMotorcycle and Vehicle Show and Shine, Seattle Cossack Stunt and Drill Team Performance and Puget Sound Trailers are a few of the activities happening at the end of the month! Come spend the day with us to enjoy the show and museum.LeMay Collection at Marymount325 152nd St E, TacomaMarymount […]

2024 Gig Harbor Garden Tour – a tour for literacyJune 29, 10am – 5pm, June 30, 11am – 3pmThe Gig Harbor Garden Tour is a self-guided tour of 6 gardens in the Greater Gig Harbor Area. Each garden has a unique story to tell that reflects the gardener’s heart and style. The variety, artistry, design. […]

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow PartyJune 29 & 30, 1pmFans of all ages will experience the thrill of watching their favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in the dark.The Glow Party production features spectacular lasers, dance parties, and Hot Wheels toy giveaways. Fans can also witness a special appearance from a transforming robot, plus the […]

Lacey Fireworks SpectacularJuly 3, 4 – 11pmCelebrate a day early with live entertainment, a free KidZone & circus, plus food trucks and Fireworks.Vista Community Park5475 45th Ave SE, Laceylaceyparks.org/event, 360.491.0857

Centralia Fourth of July SummerfestJuly 4, 8am – 10:30pmEnjoy a full day of fun and entertainment including a parade and food vendors.Downtown Centraliadowntowncentralia.org

Tacoma Summer BlastJuly 4, noon – 10:30pmFreeThis annual event takes place on Dune Peninsula and Cummings Park on Ruston Way and features two distinct event footprints, over 150 vendors, 2 stages and a 20-minute firework display. This event is the largest free community event in the South Sound.The Emerald Queen Casino fireworks show is presented by the City of Tacoma.Metro […]

$1 First Friday Night at HOCMJuly 5, 4 – 8pmEnjoy monthly themed activities and museum exhibits all for $1.Hands on Children’s Museum414 Jefferson St NE, Olympiahocm.org, 360.956.0818

Hot Shop Seconds SaleJuly 6This is an opportunity to take home one-of-a-kind Made at the Museum pieces for highly discounted prices.Glass is a difficult medium to master; because of this, sometimes the pieces that come out of the annealer aren’t quite as perfect as the artists intend (even if those imperfections are so slight that […]

Blast & Dash 5K RunJuly 6, 8amThis summer run includes the biggest squirt gun fight you’ll ever experience.Yaeger Park3100 Capitol Mall Dr SW, Olympiafivestarntp.com