Truly Something for Everyone: Summer is filled with fun fairs, festivals and concerts. For south sound residents, one of the biggest free events is the City of Lakewood’s SummerFEST. Held this year on Saturday, August 15th, this one-day event is scheduled from 11 am to 8:30 pm at the Fort Steilacoom Park on 87th Avenue in Lakewood. According to Sally … [Read more...] about Lakewood’s SummerFEST
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Your Guide to Summer Around the South Sound
Summer in the Pacific Northwest is a great time to get out and enjoy a concert, festival, farmers market or a community signature event. You can check out a sample of the over 240 events in the area between June and September 2026 below. Yelm Prairie Days Yelm’s signature summer celebration, Prairie Days, is one of the longest-running community festivals in Thurston … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Summer Around the South Sound
Insert Coin Olympia – Award-Winning Arcade with Food and Fun for All Ages
When you imagine an action-packed arcade with a mixture of nostalgic games adults love and a plethora of games for kids, you have a good start with Insert Coin Olympia. Owners Keli and Dan Coleman have expanded that concept to include excellent food, a full bar for the over 21-crowd, axe throwing, an ice cream parlor, family activities and party spaces. There’s even pizza and a … [Read more...] about Insert Coin Olympia – Award-Winning Arcade with Food and Fun for All Ages
Visit Gig Harbor: 5K Fools Run, Paddlers Cup and Dragon Boat Races
What are you waiting for? Fun happens in Gig Harbor. Sign Up or Spectate for the 5K Fools Run on April 4th Prepare to sprint, stroll, and be spectacularly silly in the spirit of April Fools. Get in on Gig Harbor’s Second Annual Fools Run 2026 for a day of energy, excitement, and pure downtown fun. The Fools Run 5K is an evening run through the scenic streets of … [Read more...] about Visit Gig Harbor: 5K Fools Run, Paddlers Cup and Dragon Boat Races
Washington’s Biggest Celebration of Spring is almost here!
Spring is in the Air and the Spring Fair and family fun is here! Break out of the winter chill with the Puyallup Spring Fair April 10-12 and 17th-19.. This year there is more fun, food, rides, exhibits and animals to explore at the Washington Spring Fair. Come for the fun and stay for the day. The Farm at Silly Ville: This "farmer for a day" experience … [Read more...] about Washington’s Biggest Celebration of Spring is almost here!