Sharks & Rays WeekendJuly 13 & 14Sharks and rays need our help. Join us in the Tropical Reef Aquarium’s Outer Reef to learn about how important coral reefs are as habitats for sharks and rays, and for a healthy ocean ecosystem.Witness shark feedings and learn about the sharks and rays and how you can help.Point […]

Summer Block Party July 14, 1 – 4pmFree.Summer is here and the time is right to meet at Eastside Community Center in Tacoma and celebrate all that the neighborhood has to offer! Enjoy a free BBQ picnic with arts and crafts, bouncy houses, lawn games, live entertainment and more.Eastside Community Center1721 E 56th St, TacomaSummer Block […]

Summer Sounds at SkansieJuly 16 – August 20, Tuesdays, 6 – 8pmFree.This popular community event features local and regional musicians.  Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening on the waterfront.Skansie Brothers Park3211 Harborview Dr, Gig Harborgigharbornow.com

LakefairJuly 17 – 18, noon – 10pmJuly 19 – 20, noon – 11pmJuly 21, noon – midnight5-day family friendly festival with carnival, vendors, entertainment, 50+ in the Park, car show, parade, fireworks and more.Downtown Heritage Park at Capitol Lake5th Ave & Water St, OlympiaCar show at Deschutes Parkwaylakefair.org    

In Full Bloom: The Perennial Pride CelebrationJuly 18, 5:30 – 7pmCome party with us for our main event featuring art vendors, live performances, and interactive installations. Explore a diverse array of artwork created by LGBTQIA artists, enjoy captivating performances that celebrate the community’s talents, and immerse yourself in an atmosphere of joy, inclusivity, and pride.Tacoma […]

The Evolution of the Northwest Passage with past Washington State Museum director David NicandriJuly 18, 1:30 – 3:30pmAfter centuries of failure to discover the Northwest Passage from North America’s Atlantic side, in 1776, the British Admiralty commissioned Captain James Cook’s third voyage. Among other distinctions, this expedition was the first attempt at finding the passage […]

 Art Celebration & Sale @ eliseoAugust 254, 10am – 4pm eliseo campusFree.eliseo recently received a very generous donation of art that was previously being displayed at a local gallery.  The art features works from Rie Munoz as well as several other artists.  There are paintings, prints, photographs and sculptures. All proceeds benefit the Helping Hands […]

Family Fun NightJuly 19, 6 – 9pmEnjoy summer at the Fort with the whole family. Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy in the shade of the locus trees. Kids of all ages enjoy 19th century games, music, and the firing of the candy cannon!Earn prizes for competing in classic competitions like a plate and cup […]

Summer Reading Challenge TacomaSign-up starting June 22 – August 17Readers of all ages are invited to participate in Tacoma Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge 2024.This year’s theme is “Adventure Begins at Your Library!” You can use a virtual or paper activity log to track your progress. Log your reading and activities on a computer or mobile […]

Chalk the HarborJuly 20Free.Calling all artists of all ages to show off their artistic skills.  Chalk the sidewalk along Gig Harbor’s waterfront and enjoy the colorful displays.Downtown Gig HarborGig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Allianceghdwa.orgChalk the Harbor | Downtown Waterfront (ghdwa.org)

Lakewood SummerFESTJuly 20, 11am – 10pmFree and Free ParkingSummerFEST has it all: food trucks, beer garden, live music, fire dancers, a pop-up skate park, car show, balloon glow, drone show, and interactive sports and arts for all ages.City of LakewoodFort Steilacoom Park8714 87th Avenue SW, Lakewood253.983.7887, Nearcation.com/summerfest 

Community Liter CleanupJuly 20, 9am – noon, and every 3rd SaturdayVolunteers are needed clean up areas around the Point Defiance Marina, Owen Beach, Promenade, and the surrounding park.All necessary tools and supplies will be provided.Community Litter Cleanup – Metro Parks Tacoma