Silverdale Whaling DaysJuly 28 – 30Since 1974, thousands of people have enjoyed the events and entertainment of Whaling Days, a family-oriented, nonprofit and volunteer-run community festival held in “Old Town” Silverdale. Come see all that Whaling Days has to offer!Silverdale Waterfront Park, Silverdalewhalingdays.com

Grit City Litter CleanupJuly 29, 10am – noonJoin community volunteers to clean up litter in and around Swan Creek Park.Swan Creek Park3997 E Roosevelt, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org

Illuminate Pride:  A Celebration of Diversity and CommunityJuly 29, 10:30am – 4pmEnjoy DJ’s, dancing, food, speaker’s and kids’ zone.Armory Creative Campus515 Eastside St SE, Olympia 

Motors & Movies July 29Gates open 6:30pm, movies at sunsetMovies series out on the grass of Haub Family Field at LeMay Americas Car Museum2702 D St, Tacoma253.779.8490, americascarmuseum.org

Ohana Luau, A Night in the GardensJuly 29, 5 – 8:30pmGarden members and volunteers are invited to step into a world of tropical delights and island tunes as we celebrate Ohana (family) and togetherness this summer at the garden. Come dressed in your favorite island attire and treat yourself to a fun evening you won’t […]

Summer Music Series with Switch BackJuly 29, 7pmEnjoy a night of classic rock and country music classics.Medicine Creek Winery947 Old Pacific Hwy., Olympiamedicinecreekwinery.com/news-events/

Mosaic FestivalJuly 29 – 30, noon – 7pmEnjoy arts and craft vendors, food booths and stage performances all showcasing the great people, cultures and traditions that make Tacoma the City of Destiny.Free.Wright Park501 S I St, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org 

World Tiger WeekendJuly 28 & 29In honor of World Tiger Weekend, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is celebrating with special enrichment treats and toys for the three tigers that call the zoo home. In addition, each day we’ll have fun tiger activities to do around the Asian Forest Sanctuary!Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium5400 N Pearl St, […]

Music in the Park Concert Series,July 2 – 30, Sundays, 1-2pmEnjoy the outdoor concert series that showcases local and regional musicians, bringing some of the best northwest musical talent to downtown Olympia.July 2 – Down North, Port Plaza701 Columbia St NW, OlympiaJuly 9, – Groove Lab, Sylvester Park for remaining concertsJuly 16, Show BrazilJuly 23, […]

2nd Annual Car Show – If it rolls you can show itJuly 30, noon – 5pmMusic, trophies and a beer & wine garden. Donations will go to the Olympia Food Bank.Medicine Creek Winery947 Old Pacific Hwy., Olympiamedicinecreekwinery.com/news-events/

Summer Garden Party:  A Midsummer Day’s DreamJuly 30 pmRevel in the magic of the gardens in summer’s full bloom! Daydream, enjoy the company of friends, and perhaps get into a little mischief? Live music, delicious local wines, hors d’eouvres, and an enchanting atmosphere foretell an amusing evening for all.$250 per personLakewold Gardens12317 Gravelly Lake Dr, […]

Explore the Shore at Owen BeachJuly 31, 9:30 – 11:30amJoin naturalists from Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and stroll along the beach at low tide to learn about the animals that call it home during some of the lowest tides of the year. Explore the Shore is a fun and exciting opportunity to learn about […]