Pride Celebration at the ZooJune 22 & 23, 9am – 5pmFree with admission.Celebrate Pride and the LGBTQ+ community and watch the animals interact with rainbow treats.Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium5400 N Pearl St, Tacomapdza.orgPride Celebration | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium (metroparkstacoma.org)Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, 10am – 4pm11610 Trek Dr E, EatonvillePride Celebration | Puget […]

Rhubarb DaysJune 22 – 23, Saturday 10am – 5pm, Sunday 10a – 4pmJoin us for the fastest growing festival in the Pacific Northwest! A full weekend of live music, a beer garden, crafts, and local vendors! Sumner is the place for family fun! Come celebrate Rhubarb in the Rhubarb Pie Capitol of the World.As you […]

Point Defiance Bird WalkJune 23, 7:30 – 9″30amFree. Register online.Join in a Park Guide-led bird walk through Point Defiance and see what species can be found in the forest. The walk is held the 4th Sunday of every month.Please bring your own binoculars, but extras are available to borrow upon request.Participants must be able to […]

An Acoustic Evening with John HiattOctober 27Enjoy an unforgettable evening as John Hiatt invites you to rediscover the essence of storytelling through song, where every chord strikes a chord in the depths of your soul. Secure your tickets now for an experience that promises to captivate, inspire, and leave you longing for moreFederal Way Performing […]

Kristen Chenoweth LIVE with Symphony TacomaOctober 5, 7:30pmExperience an unforgettable evening with Tony® and Emmy® Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth LIVE accompanied by the magnificent Symphony Tacoma. Renowned for her iconic performances in “Wicked,” “Glee,” and “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown,” Chenoweth has captivated audiences worldwide with her stunning vocals and charming stage […]

Tacoma’s 38th Annual City of Destiny AwardsJune 26Community Showcase & Refreshments 5pmCeremony 6pmFreeThe event will include award presentations made by Tacoma City Council Members, with performances by Tacoma MusicalnPlayhouse and the Tacoma Refugee Choir.This year’s celebration includes the inaugural Inspire Tacoma award, recognizing individuals or organizations that make a positive impact on the city’s continued […]

Community Open MicJune 27, 6 – 8pmAll ages welcome.We welcome any and all family-friendly music, dance, comedy, poetry, spoken word, or other talents. Performing is not required- audience members are encouraged to attend to support the performers! Refreshments supplied by the Friends of the Olympia Library.Timberland Library313 8th Ave SE, Olympia

Homespun Happy HourJune 27, 6 – 9pm21+Take the maker movement back in time! Enjoy this first of a series of evenings to “make and take” 19th century crafts. Try your hand at tin-smithing, tatting (lacemaking), embroidery, leatherwork, games and more! There will be a cash bar, food sampling, and live music from the Fort Nisqually […]

ContemporariesJune 27, 6 – 8pmExperience fascinating art and programming, all located in an anchor of Tacoma’s downtown, Tacoma Art Museum. Contemporaries is an outstanding way to network with other professionals and to connect through thoughtful exhibitions, exciting events and enriching programs.Tacoma Art Museum1701 Pacific Ave, Tacomatacomaartmuseum.orgContemporaries – Tacoma Art Museum

Tall Tales from Tacoma’s Old TownJune 27, 7pmFree.Join Old Town Tacoma in hearing tales of Tacoma’s first neighborhood. Presented by Tacoma Historian Michael Sullivan.A series on the 4th Thursdays.Slavonian Hall2306 N 30th St, TacomaClassical Tuesdays in Old Town, Old Town Business & Professional Association 

WACT Summer SocialJune 27, 6 – 8pmCelebrating the innovation and entrepreneurship of the Puyallup Tribe with Tribal Chairman Bill Sterud. Enjoy a dinner and conversation about the economic development initiatives of the Puyallup Tribe.  Co-sponsored by the World Affairs Council and the Asia Pacific Cultural Center.Tickets at:  wactacoma.comMuseum of Glass1801 Dock St, Tacoma

Immersive Weekends at Fort Nisqually Living History MuseumJune 28 – DoJuly 12 – 14 & 27 – 28August 2 – 4 & 16 – 18August 30 – September 1Advance Registration Required.Immerse yourself in 1855 with friends or family at Fort Nisqually. Dress in period clothing, cook outdoors, work in the garden, sew a garment, chop […]