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 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 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 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 & 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 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 […]

Movies at the MarinaAugust 31 & September 7, 8pmAugust 31:  HookSeptember 7: GooniesFree.Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a summer outdoor movie night.Swantown Marina1022 Marine Dr NE, OlympiaAugust 31, 2024: Movies at the Marina – Port of Olympia (portolympia.com) 

Puyallup RodeoSeptember 5 – 8The top 24 contestants from the Playoff Series, presented by Pendleton Whisky, will compete at the Puyallup Rodeo, with the top four advancing to the Governor’s Cup in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.Stay for the Dancin’ in the Dirt Concerts at 9:15pm.Washington State Fair110 9th Ave SW, PuyallupPuyallup Rodeo at the Washington […]

(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 […]

Evening in Paradise Gala & FundraiserSeptember 6, 6pmCelebrate the 2024 2025 Season Announcement and help support the Tacoma Symphony. Enjoy dinner and an auction.Marriott Tacoma Downtown1538 Commerce St, Tacomasymphonytacoma.org/support/gala/  

Western Rodeo & Cattle DriveSeptember 6, 10amThe Western Rodeo Parade & Cattle Drive is a great way to get excited for Rodeo Weekend at the Washington State Fair. The annual Cattle Drive travels down Meridian Street in downtown Puyallup.It’s an hour-long event you won’t want to miss!Washington State Fair110 9th Ave SW, PuyallupWestern Rodeo Parade […]

Tacoma Little Theatre’s One Man, Two GuvnorsSeptember 6 – 22,Brighton, England. 1963. Change is in the air, and Francis Henshall is looking to make his mark. Fired from a skiffle band and in search of work, he finds himself employed by small-time gangster Roscoe Crabbe. But Roscoe is really Rachel, posing as her own dead […]