Olympia Lakefair Races: Half Marathon, 8K, and 3KJuly 15, 7am Half Marathon, 8am 8K, 8:05am 3KOpen to all ages and experience levels. Kids 14 and under race 3K for free.Online registration:  Oylmpialakefairraces.org.Heritage Park5th Ave SW & Sylvester St SW, Olympia

Running with Bigfoot 8K Trail RunJuly 15th, Check in 8:45am, Run starts at 9:30amModerately challenging 5 mile trail run in the woods surrounding the dam.Mud Mountain Dam30525 SE Mud Mountain Rd. off Hwy. 410, Enumclaw//raceroster.com/events/2023/71327/running-with-bigfoot-8kallthingsfunsports@gmail.com, 253.592.9061

Shakespeare in the ParkJuly 15Grab a picnic, bring your family and join us for a free, live Shakespearean performance.Wright Park1501 S I St, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org

SummerFESTJuly 15, 11am – 10pmEnjoy endless entertainment, delightful flavors, and live music at Lakewood’s famous SummerFEST at Fort Steilacoom Park.Held in July each year, thousands visit Lakewood to enjoy this summer spectacle. Be dazzled by classic cars, amazed by international performances, and delighted by unique flavors. You won’t want to miss it!Fort Steilacoom Park8714 87th […]

Joint Base Lewis McChord Airshow & Warrior ExpoJuly 14 & 15Open to the general public, the event is a way to invite people from the Puget Sound on base and enjoy The Thunderbirds as well as various on base activities. This year’s theme is “Warriors Wanted:  Explore Your Destiny”, celebrating 50 years of women in […]

Peninsula Art League Summer Art FestivalJuly 15 & 16, 10am – 5pmBringing community to the artist and art to the community for 37 years in downtown Gig Harbor.  Shop and browse more than 100 art and craft vendors, a literary corner, food trucks and kids’ activities and enjoy the return of live music!Judson St, Gig […]

8th Annual Teddy Bear PicnicPresented by Dance Theatre NorthwestJuly 16, 1 – 4pmBring your picnic lunch, blanket, and your favorite teddy bear (or other favorite animal) to the orchard to meet the bears,  pay tribute to our military families, listen to music, watch the teddy bears frolic, and get your face painted.Curran Apple Orchard Park3920 […]

Story Time for Little Spark PlugsJuly 18, 10 – 11amToddlers and their caregivers are invited to attend a brand new, in-person Storytime for Little Spark Plugs! Join us to meet new friends, enjoy interactive stories and action songs, and play in ACM’s hands-on Family Zone.LeMay America’s Car Museum2702 E D St, Tacoma253.779.8490, americascarmuseum.org

Home Selling ClassJuly 18, 6 – 7pmFree·Learn how to sell your home fast and for top dollar!The class will be online and in-person.Federal Way Keller Williams.33434 8th Ave S, Ste 103, Federal Wayhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/home-selling-class-tickets-608807107447?aff=odcleoeventsincollection253-449-8088

Summer Nights at the Pavillion ConcertsJuly 18, 6:30 – 8pm“I-5” (part of America’s First Corps Band)Set up lawn chairs or throw down a blanket and enjoy live music at Fort Steilacoom Park! Our outdoor concerts follow the Lakewood Farmers Markets on Tuesdays this summer. Bring a snack from the market, claim your spot, enjoy a […]

Summer Sounds at The ParkCasey & CompanyJuly 18 – August 29, Tuesdays 6 – 8pmJoin us by land or sea for the 2023 Summer Sounds Concert Series.Skansie Brothers ParkHarborview Dr, Gig Harborgigharborchamber.net/events

Drive with Pride: Clay Day at LeMayJuly 20, 5pmArtist in residency at Olympia’s Artbutus Folk School, Liz Mauro (they/ them) will be teaching a one-night clay sculpting event for participants to design and sculpt their very own car. Guests aged 21+ are invited to arrive early and enjoy happy hour beverages and snacks from 4 pm […]