Sugar Skull: A Dia des Muertos Musical AdventureNovember 14, 7pmEnjoy this touring bilingual/bicultural musical for young audiences and families alike. Traditional regional music and dance from Mexico tell the story of twelve-year-old Vita Flores who thinks her family has gone loco planning a celebration for deceased loved ones.Washington Center for the Performing Arts Main Stage512 […]

Jake Shimabukuro’s:  Christmas in HawaiiNovember 15, 8pmUkulele master and jolly ambassador of aloha, Jake Shimabukuro, will bring joy to the world this upcoming 2023 Holiday Season by delivering a special gift for all with the debut of his highly anticipated holiday show.Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Wayfwpaec.org

2023 Governor’s Arts & Heritage Awards CeremonyNovember 15, noonStreaming online at TVWCelebrate the 2023 honorees and recognize their outstanding achievements.2023 Governor’s Arts & Heritage Awards – TVW 

Turkey GiveawayNovember 15, noon – 3pm (or while supplies last)The Tacoma Venues & Events team have partnered with Tacoma Police Department and generous Tacoma Dome-sponsor Commencement Bank tonprovide 500 Thanksgiving turkeys for area residents in need.Tacoma Dome Parking Lot G2727 E D St, TacomaHillary BrennernTacoma Venues & Events – Tacoma Domenhbrenner@tacomavenues.orgTacoma Police Department PIOnTPD-PIO@cityoftacoma.orgnShelbie Boyd […]

Concert in the Cone:  Key to ChangeNovember 16, 6 – 7pmDoors open 5:45pmPart of the Museum of Glass’s free third ThursdayJoin Museum of Glass on November 16 for a concert in the Hot Shop featuring student musicians from Key to Change alongside live glassblowing demonstrations led by the Museum of Glass Hot Shop Team and students from Hilltop […]

Seattle International Comedy CompetitionNovember 16, 7:30pmUp to 10 comedians will face-off in the semi-final round of the popular Seattle International Comedy Competition! The judges decide who moves on based off audience response. Recommended for mature audiences.Washington Center for the Performing Arts Main Stage512 Washington St SE, Olympia360.753.8585 | washingtonceneter.org

Natural Remedy: The Civilian Conservation Corps in Washington & Oregon:  Reception & Panel DiscussionNovember 16, 5:30 – 8pmFreeImmerse yourself in the new exhibition Natural Remedy: The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in Washington & Oregon. Learn more about the CCC and its lasting legacy. Exhibition curator Zachary Stocks will offer remarks on the development of the […]

AndelanaOctober 27 – November 19, Fri & Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pmOn a fateful night in 1899, a ship mysteriously sunk in the Tacoma harbor. Could the rumors ofna curse on the ship be true?Tacoma maritime history meets spine-tingling ghost story! The Andelana, a 4-masted barque,nsank in the Tacoma harbor and remains at the bottom of […]

Behind The Scenes at Lakewold GardensNovember 18, 11amMonthly Behind the Scenes Tours are casual walks hosted by Lakewold staff and explore specific topics related to the plant collection, design elements and garden practices. Space is limited to 12 participants.$25November 18: Rock Garden Renovation Progress ReportnAssociate Horticulturist Brianna Ybarra will take guests to Lakewold’s service area […]

Capriccio GalaNovember 18, 5 – 9pmJoin us for Tacoma Opera’s annual Capriccio gala and auction.  “Music, moonlight, and magic — featuring an elegant dinner and fine wine, wonderful music, and a live, exciting auction.”Tacoma Allenmore Elks2013 S Cedar St, Tacoma253.627.7789, www.tacomaopera.org

Classics II:  American FusionNovember 18, 7:30pmTacoma Symphony performances:Bernstein: Candide OverturenWynton Marsalis: Violin ConcertonCopland: Symphony No. 3Conducted by Sara IoannidesPantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacomasymphonytacoma.org

Fiddle FairNovember 18All Stringed instruments on sale.Ted Brown Music6228 Tacoma Mall Blvd, Tacomatedbrownmusic.com