2nd Annual Car Show – If it rolls you can show itJuly 30, noon – 5pmMusic, trophies and a beer & wine garden. Donations will go to the Olympia Food Bank.Medicine Creek Winery947 Old Pacific Hwy., Olympiamedicinecreekwinery.com/news-events/

Summer Garden Party:  A Midsummer Day’s DreamJuly 30 pmRevel in the magic of the gardens in summer’s full bloom! Daydream, enjoy the company of friends, and perhaps get into a little mischief? Live music, delicious local wines, hors d’eouvres, and an enchanting atmosphere foretell an amusing evening for all.$250 per personLakewold Gardens12317 Gravelly Lake Dr, […]

Explore the Shore at Owen BeachJuly 31, 9:30 – 11:30amJoin naturalists from Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and stroll along the beach at low tide to learn about the animals that call it home during some of the lowest tides of the year. Explore the Shore is a fun and exciting opportunity to learn about […]

Arts Night Out Block PartyAugust 1, 4 – 7pmJoin Hilltop Artists and Imagine Justice for an evening of free fun, food, music and artmaking and glass demos.Hilltop ArtistsHilltop Heritage Middle School602 N Sprague Ave, Tacomahilltopartists.org

An Evening with Amelia EarhartAugust 1, 6pmEnjoy a display of Earhart artifacts by historian Glen Spieth plus a presentation by Board member Phil Raschke on key events and people in her life to include her navigator Fred Noonan, Olympian Gene Vidal, (father of author Gore Vidal), Captain Harry Manning, and more.Featured event will be the […]

National Night OutAugust 1, 3 – 8pmEnjoy hot dogs and hamburgers, indoor and outdoor family activities, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, Museum of Glass Mobile Hot Shop, vendors, community partner booths and much more at this free community event.Peoples Community Center1602 M.L.K. Way, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org 

Summer Sounds at The ParkThe Ante Up BandAug 1 – August 29, Tuesdays 6 – 8pmJoin us by land or sea for the 2023 Summer Sounds Concert Series.Skansie Brothers ParkHarborview Dr, Gig Harborgigharborchamber.net/events

Tiptoe through the TidepoolsAug 1,10am – 1pmEnjoy a low tide beach walk with MetroParks Tacoma naturalists. Explore the beach, learn about tidal life and have lots of family fun during the lowest tides of the year.Titlow Park Beach8425 6th Ave, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org

Cars & Cigars at LeMay Americas Car MuseumAug 4, 6 – 10pmEnjoy live music and entertainment on the plaza. Light bites, drinks, cigars and dancing.LeMay Americas Car Museum2702 E D St, Tacoma253.779.8490, americascarmuseum.org  

A Midsummer Night’s DreamAugust 4, 7pmThis abridged, outdoor version of Shakespeare’s popular play is adapted by Pacific Lutheran University Professor Tom Smith and directed by John Serembe. The production will feature actors playing multiple roles and youth fairy dancers, accompanied by a live piano adaptation of selections from Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream performed by Lark Powers […]

ALL.IN. Pacific NorthwestAugust 5, 11am – 2pmJoin Metro Parks Tacoma and Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound for a fun community event with local organizations who are committed to being ALL IN for our community.Backpacks & schools supplies giveaways, food trucks, games & prizes, free beverages, family support resources.Eastside Community Center1721 E 56th […]

Cruise the Narrows Car ShowAugust 5, 8am – 3pmMotor on over to the 25th Annual Cruise the Narrows Car Show.  Enjoy hundreds of vintage and special interest cars to delight car enthusiasts of all ages and tastes.Uptown Gig Harbor MultiCare lower lotPt. Fosdick, Gig Harbor.gigharborcruisers.com/car-show.html