Homespun Happy Hour

Homespun Happy HourJune 29, July 27 & August 31, 6 – 9pmWe are taking the maker movement back in time! Join us for an evening of “make and take” 19th century crafts. This is a chance to try your hand at tinsmithing, tatting, leatherwork, games and more! There will be a cash bar, food sampling, […]

Marshall Charloff & Purple Xperience

Marshall Charloff & Purple XperienceThur, June 29, 7:30pmMarshall Charloff & Purple Xperience, is the world’s premier tribute to PRINCE. As seen touring globally for over a decade, starring in a Las Vegas residency, headlining Red Rocks Amphitheater, fronting the world’s finest symphonies, and featured on albums with Prince.Washington Center Main Stage512 Washington St. SE, Olympiawashingtoncenter.org, […]

The Center Stage Awards & Gala

The Center Stage Awards & GalaJune 29The Washington Center for the Performing Arts is delighted to bring back the CENTER Stage Awards & Gala live in-person for the first time since 2019. The event is a fundraiser for the Washington Center and an opportunity to celebrate how the arts enrich our lives.The evening of music, […]

Plant Swap Senior Social

Plant Swap Social, 50+Thursday, June 29; 9-11:30amShare a plant, Take a plant. This is a free event offered by the senior activities department, but open to all! Bring any seeds, starts, cuttings, bulbs, potted plants, bare root plants, and more to trade or just give away. We will also have a “Free” table for giveaway […]

South Sound Senior Center Turns 50

June 30 – 2:30pmFree and open to the community.Learn about the all the services the center provides and learn how you can benefit.Vigil Clarkson Lacey Senior Center6757 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey360.407.3967, sound seniors.org

The Taste NW

The Taste NWJune 30 – July 2, 11am – 9pmThe Taste Northwest is a culinary experience that celebrates the tastes of Tacoma and the South Sound. This FREE event features over 150 food and specialty vendors, local chef cook-off battles, outdoor beer gardens, live entertainment on three stages, a variety of games and activities and […]

Olympia Symphony Rock the Lake

Olympia Symphony “Rock the Lake” Summer ConcertJuly 1, 7pmFrom Beatles to Nirvana, the Olympia Symphony will play plenty of crowd-pleasing favorites, featuring three local Bridge Music Project and spotlighting local youth violinist Yukino Sokolik! The concert is complimentary—grab your friends, family and pets, and come as you are!Heritage Park, Olympia (Capitol Lake)olympiasymphony.org

Olympia Pride Festival

Olympia Pride FestivalJuly 1, 10:30am – 6:30pmRemember the Future, Celebrate the Past with music, booths, entertainment and food.Port Plaza606 Columbia St NW, Olympiacapitalcitypride.net/events

Music From Home: Chamber Music for Violin & Piano

Music From Home: Chamber Music for Violin & PianoJuly 2, 3 – 5pmAn intimate afternoon of chamber music amongst the lavish gardensLakewold Gardens12317 Gravelly Lake Dr, SW, Lakewood253.584.41-6, lakewoldgardens.org

4th of July Summer Blast

Tacoma’s 4th of July Summer Blast and Fireworks DisplayJuly 4 – noon-10:30pmEnjoy the largest free community event in the South Sound at Dune Peninsula and the iconic Ruston Way Waterfront. The event features over 150 vendors, 2 stages and a 20-minute firework display on Commencement Bay.MetroParks Tacoma and the City of TacomaDune Peninsula5361 Yacht Club […]

Firecracker 4 Miler & Sparkler Dash

Firecracker 4 Miler & Sparkler Dash RunsJuly 4, check-in 9am, Kids Run 9:30am, 4 Miler 9:45amThis is a fun family course that goes through the beautiful community of PuyallupPioneer Park300 S Meridian, Puyallupraceroster.com/events/2023/71326/firecracker-4-miler-and-sparkler-dashallthingsfunsports@gmail.com, 253.592.9061

Tiptoe Through the Tidepools

Tiptoe through the TidepoolsJuly 5,11:30am – 2:30pmEnjoy a low tide beach walk with MetroParks Tacoma naturalists. Explore the beach, learn about tidal life and have lots of family fun during the lowest tides of the year.Titlow Park Beach8425 6th Ave, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org