American Portraits with the SPSCC OrchestraDecember 2, 7:30pmThis concert will feature American music from a variety of viewpoints, including works by Louis Gottschalk, Richard Meyer, Austin Schlichting, and William Grant Still. The orchestra will also share the stage with the North Thurston High School Symphonic Orchestra under the direction of Rebecca Gage.South Puget Sound Community […]

Federal Way Symphony Holiday ConcertDecember 2, 2:30pmFederal Way Tree Lighting following concert.A festive holiday program of symphonic favorites, and rare performances of two great British chorale works.Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way253.835.7010 | fwpaec.org

Christmas RegaleDecember 2, 11am – 4pmTake a break from the hustle and bustle of modern holidays and experience a real old-fashioned Christmas at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum.Everyone can join in greeting the arrival of the yule log with toasts and Christmas Carols. Guests will have a chance to take home a piece of the […]

Gig Harbor Annual Tree LightingDecember 2, 5pmEnjoy complimentary cookies & cocoa at Skansie Netshed during the Gig Harbor waterfront’s annual tree lighting.Skansie Brother’s ParkHarborview Drive, Gig Harborghdwa.org

O Christmas Tea: A British ComedyDecember 2, 3pmCombining British propriety with an unabashed love for the unexpected, London’s 3-time Impresario Award-winning duo steep an outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive show reminiscent of classic British pantos.Theatre on the Square915 Broadway253.591.5894, tacomacitytheaters.org/events/

Santa Visits the ConservatoryDecember 2, 10am – 1pmFree.  $5 donation suggested.Visit with Santa and memorialize your time with a free professional photograph. Enjoy treats, warm beverages, and quirky holiday crafts.Pre-registration required.W.W. Seymour Conservatory316 S G St, TacomaSanta Visits the Conservatory – Metro Parks Tacoma

Hilltop Artists Winter Glass SaleDecember 2, 10am – 1pmFind festive favorites like signature ornaments and adorable snow-people as well as thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list.Complimentary tickets online or timed tickets at the door beginning at 9am.Hilltop Artists School in Hilltop Heritage Middle School602 N Sprague Ave, Tacoma253.571.7670, hilltopartists.org

Parade of Lighted ShipsDecember 2, 6pm, Santa arrives at 5:30Olympia Yacht Club’s (OYC) Annual Parade of Lighted Ships is a festive tradition that has been lighting up Olympia since the 1960s.Gliding from OYC at Percival Landing, past the parade judge’s boat at Port Plaza Dock, then along the east side of Budd Inlet to Boston […]

Seafood Fest at Waterfront Market at RustonDecember 2, noon – 6pmGet your teste buds ready to dive into an ocean of flavor at the fin-tasitc Seafood Fest 2023.Waterfront Market at Ruston5101 Ruston Way, Rustonwaterfrontmarketatruston.com

Winter WonderlandDecember 3, 2:30pmGeoffrey Boers, conductor, with Symphony Tacoma Voices and Tacoma Youth ChorusEnjoy the annual collage of seasonal delights for the whole family featuring a cornucopia of songs from cherished traditions.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacomasymphonytacoma.org

Music From Home: UnknownDecember 3, 3 – 5pmOriginally written for three singers and chamber ensemble to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Solider in 2021, Shawn Okpebholo’s song cycle Unknown explores ideas of war, honor, and memory through the eyes of soldiers, family members, and Tomb Guards who are connected to each […]

Lacey Lighted ParadeDecember 4, 6:30 – 7:30pmDon’t miss the Lacey Lighted Parade of Vehicles as it travels down Sleater Kinney, 7th Ave, and past Huntamer Park! Follow the parade to the park and join us for the tree lighting ceremony where Santa is the guest of honor!Huntamer Park618 Woodland Square Lp SE, Lacey360.491.0957, laceyparks.org