Tacoma City Ballet’s The NutcrackerDecember 10,11,17 & 18, 2pmTacoma City Ballet’s The Nutcracker is a glorious production filled with spectacular dancing, live music played by the Tacoma City Ballet Orchestra, grand scenery, and lavish costumes. Presented in the beautiful Pantages Theater this historical recreation of The Nutcracker, which first premiered in St. Petersburg, Russia in 1892, transports you […]

Santa at LeMay – America’s Car MuseumDecember 10, 11, 17 18, 11am – 3pmSanta returns to ACM this holiday season! Bring the whole family down and get your annual holiday photo with Santa while spending the day exploring the Museum! Santa photos are complimentary with museum admission.LeMay America’s Car Museum2702 E D St, Tacomaamericasmuseum.org 

Federal Way Youth Symphony Orchestra Christmas ConcertDecember 11, 4pmFounded in 2007 with the motto of “Excellence, Service, and World Education” FWYSO has served the community visiting single moms, the homeless, city facilities, military bases and nursing homes. Doors open at 2pmFederal Way Performing Arts and Entertainment Center31510 Pete Von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way253.835.7010, fwpaec.org

Federal Way Performing Arts Presents Voctave: The Spirit of the SeasonDecember 13th, 7pmA cappella sensation Voctave has had over 150 million social media views of their videos, and their latest album “The Spirit of the Season, Deluxe Edition” reached No. 6 on the Billboard charts.Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way […]

Wine & Song Benefit: Songs of BrazilDecember 13, 7pm Connelly LawAlways a festive evening, this year’s Wine & Song features Adriana Giordano singing Songs of Brazil with Eric Verlinde at the piano (together they are in the band EntreMundos Quarteto).The proceeds from this annual event benefit the Classical Tuesdays in Old Town series of free musical events held in […]

Festival of Trees – DreamscapesNovember 16 – December 30, Wednesdays through Sundays, noon-4pmThe White River Valley Museum has your new holiday tradition! The exhibit of dreamy trees decorated by arts and culture professionals.White River Valley MuseumLes Gove Park918 H St SE, Auburn253.288.7433, wrvmuseum.org 

Happy Holidays with Dance Theatre NorthwestDecember 16, 7pmHappy Holidays is a delightful dance showcase incorporating classical ballet, tap, jazz and musical theatre favorites. The performance will include a few excerpts from DTNW’s Nutcracker and will feature guest artist, Richard Philion, and Sophie Herrera, Phoebe Holland, Joanna Mesler, Fancy Williamson, and Emma Young. Melanie Kirk-Stauffer, Artistic […]

Tacoma Symphony Presents Handel’s MessiahDecember 16, 7:30pmPerhaps the world’s most well-known and beloved choral work, Handel’s Messiah is a holiday tradition for Symphony Tacoma. The classic oratorio will be conducted by Dr. Geoffrey Boers and performed by the talented orchestra and Symphony Tacoma Voices.St. Charles Borromeo Church7112 S 12th St, Tacomasymphonytacoma.org

MetroParks Tacoma Senior Holiday BallDecember 16, 1 – 4:30pmFREE!Come dance the day away to classic music from the 60s and 70s! The event includes a photo booth, snacks, a dance competition, prizes, swag bags and more!Ages 55 and older are invited to attend.STAR Center3873 S 66th St, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org/event/holiday-ball/

Holiday Makers MarketDecember 16, 10am – 3pmShop local owned small businesses and support the Lacey communities’ vibrant economy.The Washington Center for Women in Business and the Lacey MakerSpace have teamed up to bring the community a Holiday Makers Market! Find gifts for friends, family and yourself!Lacey MakerSpaceSaint Martin’s University CampusZaverl Hall – Building 5Baran Drive […]

Wrapping up the Holidays Toy and Fund DriveDecember 16, 6am-6pmBrighten a child’s Christmas by participating in Mix 96’s Wrapping up the Holidays toy and fund drive. Secure donations can be made online anytime at www.KXXO.com. One hundred percent of what is received in donations (minus any transaction fees) will go to Holiday Connections, a consortium […]

Centerstage Theatre Announces Holiday Panto CinderellaNovember 26 – December 18Friday & Saturday, 7pmSundays, 2pmThis magical fairy tale is filled with sparkle, glitter and chaos! It’s presented in the traditional British panto-style that’s been delighting Centerstage audiences for over 15 years. Audience participation is encouraged and works to enhance the cleverly choreographed mayhem. The Fairy Godmother, […]