Cruizin Chelan Car ShowJune 2 & 3The 17th Annual Car Show kicks off the summer season with a showcase of sedans, coupes, trucks and street rods.http://cruizinchelan.com/

Tartuffe, or The ImposterMay 19 – June 11Tartuffe;or The Imposter is written by Molière and translated by Curtis Hidden Page. Liar! Hypocrite! Nope, you’re not watching the nightly news – it’s Moliere’s satirical comedy Tartuffe.  Tartuffe skillfully masters whatever persona he feels those around him want most while gaining access to whoever, and whatever, he […]

Lakewood Street FestivalJune 3, 4 – 8pmEnjoy the summer night with dancing in the streets and activities for the entire family including music, dancing, culture, cars, and delightful foods.6114 Motor Ave, Lakewoodcityoflakewood.us/street-festivals/253. 983.7887

Tiptoe through the TidepoolsJune 6,10am – 1pmEnjoy 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

Tacoma Trails ChallengeJune 3 – 18Connect, explore, and discover your local Tacoma parks and trails and win prizes.This year’s kickoff event will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at the Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival at Point Defiance Park.Visit the Challenge booth at the event or register at metroparkstacoa.org.

Sawsdee Thailand FestivalJune 3The Annual Sawasdee Thailand Festival (meaning “Hello, Thailand”) showcases many aspects of Thailand’s traditional culture. This includes graceful dances, stunning costumes, fashion show of traditional Thai clothing, Thai music, unique musical instruments, amazing Muay Thai (the famous Thai martial art) and of course plenty of mouth-watering Thai food.Asia Pacific Cultural Center4851 S […]

Point Defiance Flower & Garden FestivalJune 3 & 4, Sat 11am – 4pm, Sun 10am – 3pmThe Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival will be held June 3-4. Enjoy a showcase of gardening in the PNW with hands-on programming, garden tours, food trucks, shopping, lectures, live music, a beer and wine tasting garden and more. […]

Olympia Farmers Market Summer SeasonSaturdays & Sundays Year Round, 10am – 3pmEnjoy food, crafts, events, plants and more.Olympia Farmers Market700 Capitol Way N, Olympia360.352.9096 | olympiafarmersmarket.com

Maritime Gig Festival photo courtesy of Steve EssigJune 3 & 4US Bank Family Fun Run June 3, Kids Dash 8:30am, Fun Run 8:45Parade June 3, 10am – Rock The BoatWheels on the Water Car Show June 4, 11 am – 4:30pmBlessing of the Fleet June 4Celebrate Gig Harbor with music, entertainment, food and other vendors.gigharborchamber.net/maritime-gig-festival  

CACHET Fundraiser Supporting Spaceworks and Tacoma’s Creative CommunityJune 3, 6 – 9pmFor 13 years, Spaceworks has been a pillar of support for artists and creative entrepreneurs in Tacoma.CACHET is a vibrant fundraiser, 21+, cocktail attire…gold, black and white encouraged.1322 Fawcett Ave, Tacomaspaceworkstacoma.com

Arts Explosion at PAECJune 3 – 4, 10 am – 6pm – Saturday, 10am – 4pm SundayEnjoy local artwork from around the region in all types of mediums. This is a free family-friendly event with food trucks, a kid’s art activity, musical performances, and 2D and 3D artwork to admire.Free and open to the publicFederal […]

6 Dally Alley Car ShowJune 3, 9am – 2pmHelp support Good Samaritan Hospital’s Oncology UnitKick off the summer with a fun car show.Sunrise Village10507 156th St, Puyallupmysunrisevillage.com

 Utopian Garden Presented by Flora&Fauna Visions & Tacoma Arts LiveMay 12 – June 20, Wednesdays through Sundays, Wed, Thur & Sun, 10am – 7pm, Fri & Sat 10am – 9pmUtopian Garden – A Place to Become a Better You!From Berlin to Tacoma comes a dynamic project by the world-renowned, visionary design studio flora&faunavisions. Utopian Garden […]

South Puget Sound Community College Music Department ConcertsJune 9, 7:30pmJune 13, 7:30pmOn June 9 at 7:30 p.m., the SPSCC Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Singers, and Percival Choirs join forces for A Brazilian Requiem. On June 13, the SPCC Jazz Band performs Jazzed up for Summer featuring both large and small group ensembles performing selections that showcase songs to get you jazzed […]

Gig Harbor Plant SwapJune 10, 10 – 11amBring seedlings, plants, seeds or garden supplies to trade.Uptown Home Goods parking lotUptown Gig HarborPt Fosdick St NW, Gig Harboruptowngigharbor.com

Kids Kraze Children’s FestivalJune 10, 10am – 2pmField games, bounce houses, face painting and more.Chambers Creek Regional Park6320 Grandview Dr W, University Placepiercecountywa.gov/5770/Kidz-Kraze-Festival

Sound to Narrows 2 K, 5K & 12KJune 10, 6:30amRunning the Streets of Tacoma since 1973.Vassault ParkN Vassault & 37th St, Tacomasoundtonarrows.org

StoryWalk at Alderwood Park OpensJune 10, 1 – 2:30pmExplore the new StoryWalk at Alderwood Park! Celebrate with Tacoma Public Library, Metro Parks Tacoma, and the Northeast Tacoma Neighborhood Council as you embark on a reading adventure on the trail. The featured picture book for June is “Julian at the Wedding” by Jessica Love.Tacoma Public Library will feature a new […]

 The Shawshank RedemptionJune 2 – 18Directed by Blake R. YorkStephen King’s novella that inspired the film finally comes to the stage!Based on the novella by Stephen King, this adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption hearkens to the 1994 critically acclaimed film, bringing audiences to the edge of their seats.Tacoma Little Theatre210 NI St., Tacoma253.272.2281, tacomalittletheatre.com

Interurban:  Connecting Seniors Through Art Presented by Tacoma Arts Live and SilverKite Community ArtsVirtual WorkshopsMay 3 – June 20Tuesdays, 10:30 – noonAges 55+This amazing program offers the opportunity to be exposed to a variety of different teaching artists from around the region who will share workshops in dance, music, theater, and visual art.This fun and […]

Juneteenth Celebrations in Tacoma:Freedom CelebrationJune 15, 5 – 8pmFamily-friendly celebration with food, live music, performances and appearances from local dignitaries. Add your handprint to the Black Lives Matter Mural and enjoy free admission at the Tacoma Art Museum.Tollefson Plaza1548 Commerce St, Tacomacityoftacoma.orgJuneteenth 253June 17, 11am – 5pmEnjoy a variety of activities for all ages, including […]

Meeker DaysJune 16 – 18Enjoy live entertainment, vendors, tractors, rides and more/Downtown Puyallup and Pioneer Park330 S Meridian, Puyallup253.840.2631 | puyallupmainstreet.com

Dine We MustJune 17, pmAn evening filled with Northwest Cuisine, drinks, and Victorian entertainment!Dine We Must is a farm-to-table dinner event at Fort Nisqually. Upon entrance to the Fort, historical interpreters will welcome guests to 1855. As they visit and explore the Fort’s historic buildings, guests will share passed appetizers and a cash bar from […]

Explore the Shore at Owen BeachJune 17, 10:30am – 12:30pmJoin beach walk naturalists and stroll along the beach at low tide to learn about the animals that call it home. Explore the Shore is a fun and exciting opportunity to learn about the biological diversity of local beaches.Owen Beach at Point Defiance Park5400 N Pearl, […]

Grit City Litter CleanupJune 17, 9am – noonJoin community volunteers to clean up litter around Point Defiance Marina, Owen Beach & PromenadePoint Defiance Marina5912 N Waterfront Dr, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org 

Fairy Fest 2023Fairy Fest returns with a magical weekend of family-friendly activities! Join us for some of our best-loved festivities while exploring the gardens in what is sure to be an enchanting start to summer!Lakewold Gardens12317 Gravelly Lake Dr, SW, Lakewood253.584.4106, lakewoldgardens.org

LoveOly SummerFest 2023 June 23 – 25June 23 – afternoon activities and night vendor marketJune 24, 11am – Pet ParadeJune 25 – wrap up day, brunch and a performance by the Queens from Diva Drag BrunchThis FREE three-day event will feature live music and performances, interactive art installations from local artists, activities for kids and families, […]

Summer CelebrationSat June 24, 10am – 3pmJoin the Olympia Market and local community organizations for a Summer Celebration! Support local vendors, participate in family-friendly activities, and enjoy the first tastes of summer with fresh berries and more! Check the website for full event details!Olympia Farmers Market700 Capitol Way N, Olympiaolympiafarmersmarket.com, 360-352-9096

Gig Harbor Garden Tour:  A Tour for LiteracyJune 24 & 25A self-guided tour of gardens in the Greater Gig Harbor Area with proceeds benefitting youth and adults with literacy skills in Gig Harbor and the Key Peninsula. Each garden has a unique story to tell that reflects the gardener’s heart and style. The variety, artistry, […]

Rhubarb Days & Vintage MarketJune 24 & 25, 10am – 6pmJoin us for the fastest growing festival in the Pacific Northwest! A full weekend of live music, a beer garden, crafts, and local vendors! Ten bands on the main stage, live music daily from 10am – 3pm at Heritage Park, more than 20 food trucks […]

Glassy Garden MarketJune 24, 10am – 3pmFreeCelebrate the return of the summer gardening season.  Browse the wares of local garden glass artists and plant sellers, sample botanical teas and baked goods, and more.At 12pm, Master Gardener Judy Thierry will present Planting for Pollinators in the PNW. Attendees will learn about the pollinators of the Pacific Northwest; where, […]

Alls FaireJune 24 & 25, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun till 4pmImmerse yourself in a fun medieval fantasy world for the whole family at All’s Faire. Embrace your inner warrior while storming the castle in interactive battles or cheer on your champions. Between battles explore amazing vendors and craftsmen on Merchants Row for treasures before heading to […]

Inspired to Move Dance Academy:  Battle of the BandsJune 24, 12pm & 4:30pmMove Dance Academy’s 6th Annual Spring Recital.Kenneth J Minnaert Center Main Stage2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia360.753.8586, washingtoncenter.org

Marit Berg ExhibitNow through July 6Artist Marit Berg is a printmaker with an incredible eye for detail, and she draws inspiration from patterns seen in nature. She writes about how her art “reflects on the intricate relationship humans have with the environment and with other animal species both past and present.” Her artwork is informed […]

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

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