2024 Gig Harbor Garden Tour – a tour for literacyJune 29, 10am – 5pm, June 30, 11am – 3pmThe Gig Harbor Garden Tour is a self-guided tour of 6 gardens in the Greater Gig Harbor Area. Each garden has a unique story to tell that reflects the gardener’s heart and style. The variety, artistry, design. […]

The Treaty of Medicine CreekFebruary 10 – July 8From February 10 to July 8, 2024, the History Museum will display the original, hand-written Article III of the 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty that guaranteed fishing rights to Tribal Treaty signers.This historic document, on loan from the National Archives and Records Administration, remains a powerful reminder of […]

Shoestring CircusJune 28 – July 7Shoestring Circus is owned by four circus artists turned circus owners that are based in Bellingham and work full time as traveling performers. This season’s show will feature world class circus acts and a fantastical tale all ages can enjoy! The Shoestring Circus tent has a rich history having toured […]

(G)I-DLESeptember 6, 7:30pmToday, dynamic K-Pop girl group (G)I-DLE announced the U.S. leg of their world tour “2024 (G)I-DLE WORLD TOUR IN THE U.S.” This marks the group’s first performance back in the States since their lights-out headlining performance at Head In The Clouds New York 2024.Tacoma Dome2727 E D Street, TacomaTickets:  ticketmaster.com, Heritage Bank Ticket […]

Lacey Fireworks SpectacularJuly 3, 4 – 11pmCelebrate a day early with live entertainment, a free KidZone & circus, plus food trucks and Fireworks.Vista Community Park5475 45th Ave SE, Laceylaceyparks.org/event, 360.491.0857

Centralia Fourth of July SummerfestJuly 4, 8am – 10:30pmEnjoy a full day of fun and entertainment including a parade and food vendors.Downtown Centraliadowntowncentralia.org

Tacoma Summer BlastJuly 4, noon – 10:30pmFreeThis annual event takes place on Dune Peninsula and Cummings Park on Ruston Way and features two distinct event footprints, over 150 vendors, 2 stages and a 20-minute firework display. This event is the largest free community event in the South Sound.The Emerald Queen Casino fireworks show is presented by the City of Tacoma.Metro […]

$1 First Friday Night at HOCMJuly 5, 4 – 8pmEnjoy monthly themed activities and museum exhibits all for $1.Hands on Children’s Museum414 Jefferson St NE, Olympiahocm.org, 360.956.0818

Hot Shop Seconds SaleJuly 6This is an opportunity to take home one-of-a-kind Made at the Museum pieces for highly discounted prices.Glass is a difficult medium to master; because of this, sometimes the pieces that come out of the annealer aren’t quite as perfect as the artists intend (even if those imperfections are so slight that […]

Blast & Dash 5K RunJuly 6, 8amThis summer run includes the biggest squirt gun fight you’ll ever experience.Yaeger Park3100 Capitol Mall Dr SW, Olympiafivestarntp.com

Music From Home:  American Focus 3:  Native American Composers TodayJuly 7, 3 – 5pmMusic From Home is Lakewold’s monthly series of intimate chamber music concerts held in the historic Wagner House.  Tickets include complimentary desserts.Lakewold Gardens12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood253.584.4106, lakewoldgardens.org 

Coffee with the Birds:  EaglesJuly 7, 9 – 11amFree.16+Join Metro Parks Naturalists for Dancing Goats coffee as we discuss a special topic about birds found in Point Defiance, followed by a bird walk through the park. Sharpen your birdwatching skills and socialize with other birders.Meet at the Fort Nisqually Picnic ShelterPoint Defiance Park5400 N Pearl […]