30th Annual Gig Harbor Basket BrigadeNovember 21, 4 – 7pm & November 22, 11am – 3pmFounded in 1993, the Gig Harbor Basket Brigade (GHBB) became a program of the Greater Gig HarborFoundation in 2013. In its first year, the Brigade provided full Thanksgiving meals for eight unsuspectingfamilies in need. Every year since, the Basket Brigade […]

Gobble 5K, 10K & Giblets Kids Dash Thanksgiving MorningNovember 23, 8amA gun family run/walk through the beautiful Pierce College Camps and Bradley Lake located in Puyallup’s South Hill area.https://raceroster.com/events/2023/74896/6th-annual-gobble-gobble-5k-and-10kallthingsfunsports@gmail.com 

Norpoint Classic 5K & 2 mileNovember 23, 9am – noonSponsored by Pacific Source Health PlansThe Norpoint Classic 5k and 2-mile is Tacoma’s original Thanksgiving fun run. Make it your family tradition!Join us for this exciting annual fun run at the Center at Norpoint. The course begins and ends at the center’s parking lot and winds […]

The NutcrackerNovember 24, 7 pmDive into the enchanting sugar plum kingdom with Studio West Dance Theater’s performance of The Nutcracker.Washington Center for the Performing Arts Main Stage512 Washington St NE, Olympiawashingtoncenter.org

Tree Lighting CeremonyNovember 24th 6:00pmGeorge Washington Park (the Corner of Main and Pearl, Centralia)Join us as we kick off the season with our annual tree lighting!  A free, family friendly event to come together with the community to celebrate the season.www.downtowncentralia.org360.345.1040

Small Business SaturdayNovember 25Show your love for the small businesses and restaurants that make Gig Harbor’s downtown waterfront so special.Harborview Dr, Gig HarborGig Harbor Downtown Allianceghdwa.org/events

Joy to the WorldNovember 25, 3pmEnjoy the sounds of the Tacoma Concert Band with family & friends followed by the annual Christmas Tree Lighting.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacomatacomacitytheaters.org 

Kalimba, The Spirit of Earth Wind and FireNovember 25, 7:30pmThe internationally touring show Kalimba, The Spirit of Earth Wind and Fire provides an Earth Wind & Fire experience so satisfying it transports audiences back to the excitement of the first time they heard these unforgettable songs. Reproducing the infectious grooves created by EWF’s late founder […]

O Christmas Tea:  A British ComedyNovember 25, 3 & 7pmBuckle your theatre seats, this holiday season O Christmas Tea makes its triumphant return to the west coast flooding Canada and the US with laughter on its 33-city tour. Comedy Legends James and Jamesy are poised and ready to sweep audiences away (literally) in an unforgettable […]

Mary Bridge Children’s Festival of the Trees:  Once Upon A TimeNovember 25 & 26, 9am – 4pmExperience the magic of the annual fundraiser for Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital at this unique holiday event and gift shop.University of Puget Sound Tennis Pavilion1500 N Warner St, Tacomafestivaloftrees.org 

Native Max Takes the Northwest Fashion:  A Revolutionary Fusion of Indigenous Art, Culture and FashionNovember 26Unveiling an extravagant lineup of renowned Indigenous fashion designers alongside top Indigenous models from throughout the continent, Native Max Magazine is elated to announce its fashion showcase.Tickets:  Native Max Takes the Northwest – Native Max (nativemaxmagazine.com)Tacoma Armory1001 S Yakima Ave, Tacomatacomaartslive.org 

Blippi: The Wonderful World TourNovember 26, 2 & 6pmBlippi is coming back to Tacoma for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and […]