A “Dome of our Own” turns 40 this April, and in celebration, Tacoma Venues & Events invites the community to join them on April 28 and 29 for T-Town: Play. Explore. Learn. This City Services Expo is a free, family-friendly community event at the Tacoma Dome. The unique, hands-on experience encourages the community to engage with City of Tacoma departments, celebrate the Tacoma Dome’s birthday, and learn about career and trade opportunities with a new Work element added to this year’s T-Town.
Departments from the City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities will provide interactive experiences, including an opportunity to Touch A Truck with vehicles from Environmental Services, Tacoma Police Department, Tacoma Fire Department, Public Works, Tacoma Water and Rail and Power. Activities will include backstage tours, live demonstrations, job opportunities, and more.
According to Adam Cook, Director at Tacoma Venues for the City of Tacoma, “Over the course of its 40-year history, the Dome has been a gathering place for our community, hosting some of the biggest moments of people’s lives. It was important to create an event that could engage everyone in our community while showcasing the diversity of opportunities and resources available in Tacoma.”
Tacoma Rainiers’ mascot Rhubarb the Reindeer will make a special appearance on Saturday at 11am. Fan favorite concession food and beverage, along with entertainment, will be provided as part of the Dome’s 40th anniversary celebration.
On Saturday, the entertainment stage will feature music from throughout the Dome’s history with bands Radio 80, Night Fever, and Sin City. Backstage tours will take guests through the history of the Dome, one decade at a time. Guests will also receive a free clear bag courtesy of Pepsi.
The Tacoma Public Schools and Korsmo Construction Trades & Hiring Fair will be featured with up to 2,000 students from TPS visiting the Trades & Hiring Fair. With over 100 booths, there is something for everyone in the family – career exploration for high school students, summer job opportunities with higher paying careers in the trades for 16–18- year-olds, and job opportunities for adults considering a new career. The Trades & Hiring Fair will have representation from various industries including maritime, transportation, logistics, and construction. Trades-related companies, local educational and apprentice-related exhibitors will also be present.
Free parking will be available at the Tacoma Dome for this event. Check out the event website page tacomadome.org/t-town and on the Facebook events page.