Cars & CigarsAugust 3, 6 – 11pm21+Enjoy cars, cigars, live entertainment and cocktails.LeMay America’s Car Museum2702 E D St, TacomaCars & Cigars – LeMay – America’s Car Museum (americascarmuseum.org)   

Wild Cat WeekendAugust 3 & 4Learn about the wild cats at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and watch tigers and clouded leopards receive enrichment treats.Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium5400 N Pearl St, Tacomapdza.org 

Coffee with the Birds: HummingbirdsAugust 4, 9 – 11amJoin Metro Parks Naturalists for Dancing Goats coffee as we discuss a special topic about birds found in Titlow Park, followed by a bird walk through the park. Sharpen your birdwatching skills and socialize with other birders.Meet at the Lodge at Titlow Park8425 6th Ave, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org 

Downtown Tacoma Block PartyAugust 4, noon – 8pmCelebrate the vibrant culture and diversity of downtown Tacoma at this 2nd annual event. Enjoy live music, street fair, entertainment, food, beer garden, Snday market and more.915 Broadway, TacomaDowntown Tacoma Block Party | Facebook

An Evening with Kristen ChenowethOctober 5, 7:30pmExperience an unforgettable evening with Tony & Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth LIVE, accompanied by Symphony Tacoma.Known for her iconic performances in Wicked, Glee, and You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Kristin has captivated audiences with her stunning vocals and charming stage presence.Join us as the Broadway legend takes you on […]

Arts Night Out Annual Block PartyAugust 6, 4 – 7pmMark your calendars—the Hilltop Artists annual Arts Night Out Block Party returns this August! Join Hilltop Artists and Imagine Justice for a night of free fun, food, music, and artmaking. In honor of our 30th anniversary, we are hosting a very special Alumni & Instructors Art […]

National Night OutAugust 6, 4pm – duskMeet your neighbors and celebrate with us. Enjoy live music from Michael Powers, dance performances, food, video games, bouncy houses. a 3×3 basketball tournament, birds of flight and more.People’s Community Center1602 M.L.K. Jr Way, TacomaNational Night Out – Metro Parks Tacoma

Waterfront Farmers MarketThursdays through August, 1 – 6pmThe Waterfront Farmers Market, located in downtown Gig Harbor, provides the community with fresh, locally grown farm products and specialty foods.  At the same time, local area growers benefit with a community-supported venue for their crops and products.​Skansie Brothers Park3211 Harborview Dr, Gig HarborWATERFRONT FARMERS MARKET   

Motors & Movies:  Kung Fu Panda 4August 9, 6 – 11pm, Movie start time is SunsetFree, First come, First servedDrive-In, park and enjoy food trucks and more.LeMay America’s Car Museum2702 E D St, Tacomaamericascarmuseum.org/event 

National Night OutAugust 9, 3 – 8pmEnjoy hot dogs and hamburgers, indoor and outdoor family activities, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, vendors, community partner booths and much more at this free community event.People’s Community Center1602 Martin Luther King Jr Way, TacomaNational Night Out – Metro Parks Tacoma 

ShowCase Magazine’s Best of 2024 Awards CelebrationAugust 9, 5:30 – 8:30pmShowCase Magazine hosts our annual dinner and awards celebration. During the event, nominees and finalists are announced and everyone is celebrated. Come ready to mingle and nosh, while taking in the amazing Japanese classic car collections on display.LeMay America’s Car Museum2702 E D St, TacomaShowCase […]

School Supplies & Cash DriveAugust 9, 6am – 6pmIn partnership with The Little Red Schoolhouse, Mix 96.1 is hosting a school supplies and cash drive to equip students with the supplies they need to kick-off the new school year.Drop off school supplies such as calculators, smaller backpacks, or cash to buy school supplies in bulk to […]