Inspire: Pop-Up MarketSeptember 15. 5 – 6pmThe Washington Center for Women in Business (WCWB) is thrilled to unveil this exceptional event designed to empower and showcase the incredible talents of women entrepreneurs across the state. The event serves as a platform to spotlight the innovative prowess and dedication of women-owned businesses within the vibrant WCWB community. […]

Jeff FoxworthySeptember 15, 7:30pmWashington State Fair & Event Center110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup253.845.1771 | thefair.com

Gig Harbor Open Studio TourSeptember 15 – 17, 10 am – 5pmOpen Studio Tour continues the tradition established in 1993 of juried, select Gig Harbor area artists opening their working studios to the public. The artists are dedicated to providing the rare opportunity of seeing the artists in their studio environment and offering explanations and demonstrations of their materials and art process.Various […]

History Rocks! A Peek and Pick Party for the new Maritime GallerySeptember 16Come to our History Rocks open house and pick up your auction winnings, enjoy some appetizers and cocktails and take a sneak peek at our new Maritime Gallery.Harbor History Museum4121 Harborview Dr, Gig Harborharborhistorymuseum.org, 253.858.6722, ext. 4

Family STEAM Day – It is Rocket ScienceSeptember 16 and 3rd Saturday of the month, 11am – 3pmWhat drives the forces behind motion? Rockets, much like cars, rely on some form of energy to propel them into the air. Learn about Newton’s Laws of Physics while creating (and launching) some awesome rockets.Design, build, tinker and […]

Hops & Crops Music & Beer FestivalSeptember 16, 12 – 6pmFun, sun, music, and brews! This 21 and up event is a South Sound favorite with live bands, dozens of beers to taste, and the most “chill” beer festival experience in the region. Tickets go on sale in June – buy yours early for a […]

Rock the FoundationSeptember 16, 6pmPresented by MultiCare Health Foundation, Rock the Foundation is Tacoma’s premier party with a purpose. This year’s event will continue to advance MultiCare’s cancer programs and services, supporting earlier diagnosis and treatment efforts.Marriott Tacoma Downtown1538 Commerce St, Tacoma253.403.7596, rockthefoundation.org

The Seven Symphonies: A Classical Tribute to the Beach Boys MusicSeptember 16, 8pmThe concert features seven symphonies derived from 33 different Beach Boys songs.Olympia Symphony OrchestraWashington Center for the Performing Arts, Main Stage512 Washington St SE, Olympiawashingtoncenter.org 

Pentatonix with Lauren AlainaSeptember 16, 7:30pmWashington State Fair & Event Center110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup253.845.1771 | thefair.com

Tacoma Sea Scouts Open HouseSeptember 16, 1 – 4pmThe Tacoma Sea Scouts has offered boating skills and leadership lessons to youth along Tacoma’s Foss Waterway for 100 years. Celebrate this milestone with a tour of the MV Doolin-Rogers training vessel, view and buy memorabilia from the Charles N. Curtis training vessel which is being retired, […]

Tumwater Farmers MarketJune 4 – Sept 17, Sundays 11 am – 3pmShop local produce, arts & crafts and more.Tumwater Town CenterCapitol & Dennisthetumwaterfarmersmarket.com 

Auditions: Rudolph the Red-Nosed ReindeerSeptember 17 & 18, Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 N I St, TacomaSeptember 19, Star Center, 3873 S 66th St, TacomaPerformances:  December 8 – 31The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “A Holly […]