Long Table Dinner & Auction

Long Table Dinner& AuctionAugust 23Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma253.404.3651 thezoosociety.org 

South Sound Block Party

South Sound Block PartyAugust 23 – 24Enjoy this annual summer celebration with entertainment, food and more.Port of Olympia911 Washington St, Olympialoveolydowntown.com/events

Much Ado About Nothing

Much Ado About NothingAugust 23 -24, 6pmThis abridged version of one of the most revered classical comedies is not your standard Shakespeare; rather, the mood is light, fun and a bit zany! The family-friendly performance features Theater Artists Olympia, a small troupe of just nine actors who will portray the numerous roles, sometimes donning a […]

Drive Out Cancer Golf Classic

Drive Out Cancer Golf ClassicAugust 24Mark your calendar and begin putting together your team for a full day of activities, including 18 holes of golf, raffle prizes, a cocktail reception and dinner. In its first two years, the event has raised some $321,000 to support the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle in its […]

Grand Cinema Outdoor Movie Series

Grand Cinema Outdoor Movie SeriesAugust 24, 8pmIn addition to being entertained by the films, attendees will be able to enjoy The Grand Cinema’s famous buttery popcorn courtesy of TAPCO Credit Union.August 24 – Puss n’ Boots:  The Last Wish, People’s Park, 900 MLK Jr Way, TacomaOutdoor Movie Series (grandcinema.com)

Summer Splash! Gala

Summer Splash! GalaAugust 2421+, beachy-chic cocktail attireSunset Soiree! Join us under the twinkle lights for an evening of fundraising to support our free and reduced Access Programs. Enjoy dining, cocktails, music and friends.Hands On Children’s Museum414 Jefferson St, Olympia360.956.0818 | hocm.org

Summer Concerts in the Park

Summer Concerts in the ParkJuly 10 – August 28, Select Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8pmFree.Bring a chair or throw down a blanket and enjoy these outdoor concerts with family and friends.August 28 – National Park RadioSehmel Homestead Park Amphitheater10123 78th Ave NW, Gig Harborpenmetparks.org

Olympia Harbor Days

Olympia Harbor DaysAugust 30 – September 1August 30, 5 – 9pm, with Drone Show, August 31, 10am – 7pm, August 30, 10am – 6pmFree.The Olympia Harbor Days Festival is an award winning free and family friendly event that showcases many of the vintage tugboats of the Puget Sound with a walk aboard show at the […]

2024 Umpqua Bank Fair Concerts

2024 Umpqua Bank State Fair Concert SeriesAugust 30, 7:30pm – ForeignerAugust 31, 7:30pm – Lauren Daigle with Blessing OfforSeptember 1, 7:30pm Whiz Kahlifa with special guest Travis ThomasSeptember 2, 6:30pm – Happy Together TourSeptember 5, 9:15pm – Sawyer Brown Dancin’ in the Dirt PartySeptember 6, 9:15pm – Nate Smith Dancin’ in the Dirt PartySeptember 7, […]

Pride & Prejudice

Pride & PrejudiceAugust 30 – September 22, Thursday – SundayRecommended 11+Bold, surprising, boisterous, and timely, this P&P for a new era explores the absurdities and thrills of finding your perfect (or imperfect) match in life. Playwright Kate Hamill imbues hilarious new life into this classic love story with a decidedly progressive take on the trials […]

Washington State Fair

Washington State FairAugust 30 – September 22, Closed Tuesdays and September 4The Washington State Fair is the biggest party in the state! From thrilling rides to delicious Fair food, to the vibe of live music, and the excitement of the Puyallup Rodeo – there’s something for everyone during this 20-day celebration.Visit the web site for […]