MetroParks Tacoma Presents the Norpoint Classic, 5K and 2 MileNovember 24, 9amThe Norpoint Classic has been bringing families together on Thanksgiving morning since 1995. Make it your family tradition!Runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs on leash are welcome. Race is chip-timed and entry fee includes a t-shirt.Center at Norpoint4818 Nassau Ave NE, TacomaRegister at:metroparkstacoma.org/event/norpoint-classic-5

20th Annual Gig Harbor Turkey Trot 5KThursday, November 24, 7-11amThe Gig Harbor Turkey Trot has continued to be an annual Gig Harbor and family tradition. We continue to collect two cans of food per participant which is still donated to F.I.S.H. and now also to BackPack for Kids. And the funds raised go towards college […]

Portrait of Aretha: CeCe Teneal celebrates The Queen of SoulFebruary 25, 7:30pmShe taught us how to “Think” and demand “Respect” … all while ridin’ on the “Freeway of Love!” In Portrait of Aretha: CeCe Teneal celebrates The Queen of Soul, award-winning vocalist CeCe Teneal honors the legacy of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, with […]

Solstice LightsNovember 25 – January 2For the second time, Lakewold Gardens will play host to the vision of multimedia artist Sam Stubblefield and his talented team as the gardens’ old-growth trees and wandering paths come to life with color, light, and sound. While many other displays will brighten up communities all over Puget Sound this […]

America’s Car Museum and Santa’s Castle benefits local JBLM FamiliesNovember 25 – December 15America’s Car Museum (ACM) is partnering with Santa’s Castle this holiday season to help support local JBLM families in need. ACM’s Toys for the Troops campaign helps bring in donations of toys, books, games, and stocking stuffers for Santa’s Castle to deliver […]

Tenino Holiday MarketNovember 25-27, 10am – 5pmThe Tenino Area Chamber of Commerce, Tenino Arts and Tenino Creative District are once again bringing artistry and holiday shopping to downtown Tenino for the 3rd Annual Tenino Holiday Market.  Thirty small business artisans are participating.  Free and open to the publicKodiak Room225 Sussex Ave SW, Teninowww.teninoarts.org

Santa PhotosNovember 26-December 23Kent Station is thrilled to be able to host Santa photos in the cozy cottage in front of the AMC Theatres once again this holiday season.This holiday season there is a third Santa joining our team. We look forward to welcoming “Seattle Black Santa”, Chukundi Salisbury, on December 3rd from 4 to […]

Small Business Saturday in Gig HarborNovember 26, 9am-9pmShow your love for downtown and shop and dine at the small businesses and restaurants along Gig Harbor’s historic downtown waterfront.Downtown Gig Harborvisitgigharborwa.com/november

77th Annual Tacoma Tree LightingNovember 27, 4pmThe 77th annual Tacoma holiday tree lighting outside the Pantages Theater ushers in the holiday season!Glowing in sparkling decorated trees, the Pantages Theater lobby will feature display tables and special entertainment hosted by local resident arts organizations, including Symphony Tacoma, Tacoma Arts Live, Northwest Sinfonietta, Tacoma Concert Band, Puget […]

Leonor R. Fuller Gallery Hosts 14th Annual Native American Art Exhibition A Weaver’s Choice – Coast Salish Wool Weavings Curated by Selena KearneyNovember 7 – December 9Opening Receptions November 11, 6 – 7:30pmThe 14th Annual Native American Art Exhibition, A Weaver’s Choice – Coast Salish Wool Weavings Curated by Selena Kearney, is coming to Leonor R. Fuller […]

34th Annual A Victorian Country ChristmasDecember 1 – 3, 10am – 9pmDecember 4, 10am – 6pmA holiday shopping tradition and experience. Christmas truly does start at A Victorian Country Christmas! Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list, see professional stage shows and concerts…The Singing Nativity is a must-see! It is all free with […]

Swan Creek Salmon ChallengeDecember 1 – 11The Swan Creek Salmon Challenge is a 2-week-long celebration of the return of salmon to Swan Creek and surrounding rivers! Complete 4 challenges from Dec 1-11 to be entered in the prize drawing. It’s FREE!Register online.Swan Creek Park3997 E Roosevelt Ave, Tacoma253.305.10000, metroparkstacoma.org/event