Pierce County Events Calendar

Pierce County Events Calendar

This calendar is the place to find fun events happening throughout Pierce County, including Tacoma, Puyallup, Lakewood and beyond.

Have an event that isn’t listed? Please email events@SouthSoundTalk.com with the following information:

  • Name of Event
  • Date, time and location (name of business if applicable and complete address)
  • Organizer(s) name
  • Cost
  • URL to purchase tickets
  • Website URL
  • SHORT description of the event
  • Photo

Our editors will review and post within a few business days.

Nov
7
Thu
American Institute of Architects Southwest Washington Winter Gala @ Museum of Glass
Nov 7 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
American Institute of Architects Southwest Washington Winter Gala @ Museum of Glass

Guest Speaker – Terry Rishel

Terry’s photography began in 1980, shooting abstracts in nature and soon progressed to medium and large format cameras, photographing commercial, architecture, nature, weddings, etc. He then opened a photo studio with friends in Tacoma, WA. Over the years, Terry has received multiple photographic awards with noted companies, such as Nikon, Polaroid, Hasselblad, Illford, etc. From 1991-2009, Terry became Dale Chihuly’s head photographer, as well as studio manager for Chihuly Studio One (TS-1). Traveling with Chihuly for many years, he photographed over fifty fine art books, as well as hundreds of thousands of photos from around the world. Terry and his crew mocked up and built many installations and complex lighting scenarios. With the onset of digital photography and an intense interest in florals, the work continues.

Nov
9
Sat
Bazaar @ Trinity Lutheran Church
Nov 9 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Nov
12
Tue
The Hip Hop Nutcracker @ The Washington Center for the Performing Arts
Nov 12 @ 7:30 pm
The Hip Hop Nutcracker @ The Washington Center for the Performing Arts

A holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker returns for another spectacular tour. Directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier Award-nominated Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, smashing hip hop dance and Tchaikovsky’s timeless music together into a heart-stirring and inspirational holiday event.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker is brought to life by a powerhouse cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow, one of hip hop’s founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set. Grab your family and friends and let the dynamic performers of The Hip Hop Nutcracker take you on a journey that celebrates love, community, and the magic of the holiday season.

Nov
21
Thu
Seattle International Comedy Competition’s @ The Washington Center for the Performing Arts
Nov 21 @ 7:30 pm
Seattle International Comedy Competition’s @ The Washington Center for the Performing Arts

The Washington Center is hosting Seattle International Comedy Competition’s semi-final round again this year! You never know who will make it to our stage, but you know it will be funny! Up to 10 comedians will face off as they compete to win the Seattle International Comedy Competition 2024! Recommended for ages 18+.

Nov
30
Sat
Festival of Trees – Public Days @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion
Nov 30 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Festival of Trees - Public Days @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion

Join the kickoff to the South Sound’s happiest holiday celebration in support of MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. This year’s Festival of Trees theme, Magic Lives Here, will ring in 38 years of championing world-class pediatric health care. Set against a backdrop of over 25 beautifully decorated trees, the whole family will enjoy a festive wonderland complete with kids’ activities, a gift shop and visits with Santa. Donation of new stuffed animals, Play-Doh or Matchbox cars for Mary Bridge Children’s patients encouraged.

Questions for Festival staff may be sent to events@multicare.org.

Dec
1
Sun
Festival of Trees – Public Days @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Festival of Trees - Public Days @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion

Join the kickoff to the South Sound’s happiest holiday celebration in support of MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. This year’s Festival of Trees theme, Magic Lives Here, will ring in 38 years of championing world-class pediatric health care. Set against a backdrop of over 25 beautifully decorated trees, the whole family will enjoy a festive wonderland complete with kids’ activities, a gift shop and visits with Santa. Donation of new stuffed animals, Play-Doh or Matchbox cars for Mary Bridge Children’s patients encouraged.

Questions for Festival staff may be sent to events@multicare.org.

Dec
3
Tue
Festival of Trees – Public Days (Retirement Communities & Special Needs) @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion
Dec 3 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Festival of Trees - Public Days (Retirement Communities & Special Needs) @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion

Join the kickoff to the South Sound’s happiest holiday celebration in support of MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. This year’s Festival of Trees theme, Magic Lives Here, will ring in 38 years of championing world-class pediatric health care. Set against a backdrop of over 25 beautifully decorated trees. Retirement communities and those with special needs are invited to enjoy a festive wonderland complete with kids’ activities, a gift shop and visits with Santa. Donation of new stuffed animals, Play-Doh or Matchbox cars for Mary Bridge Children’s patients encouraged.

Questions for Festival staff may be sent to events@multicare.org

Dec
6
Fri
Festival of Trees Tinsel on the Town @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm
Festival of Trees Tinsel on the Town @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion

Every year, Mary Bridge Children’s Festival of Trees raises funds for critical programs and services, improving the health and well-being of children throughout Washington state. This year’s Festival of Trees theme, Magic Lives Here, will ring in 38 years of championing world-class pediatric health care. Tinsel on the Town includes pre-event live entertainment and raffle, auction, and an after-party with the Northwest’s favorite party band. Tickets include valet parking, hosted bar, dinner and dancing and are available to those 21 or older. Proceeds raised during Festival of Trees will help build the new MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital campus.

God is a Scottish Drag Queen: A Christmas Special @ The Washington Center for the Performing Arts
Dec 6 @ 7:30 pm
God is a Scottish Drag Queen: A Christmas Special @ The Washington Center for the Performing Arts

Back by popular demand! God is a Scottish Drag Queen: A Christmas Special returns this December! God, dressed in an all new holiday power suit, is returning by popular demand to set the record straight and expound on everything from the beginnings of Christmas with Yule, Saturnalia and Winter Solstice, to holiday foods, Christmas carols, Star Wars, the true story of the Nativity, and even Tiny Tim! This show blends together the nostalgia of holidays gone by, a hilarious and laugh-out-loud look at the holidays of today and a heartwarming and perfectly sweet peek at holidays yet to come! The Christmas Special has become the most popular show of the entire series and is an absolute must see! You will never look at Egg Nog the same way again!

Dec
7
Sat
Festival of Trees Gala @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion
Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm
Festival of Trees Gala @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion

Every year, Mary Bridge Children’s Festival of Trees raises funds for critical programs and services, improving the health and well-being of children throughout Washington state. This year’s Festival of Trees theme, Magic Lives Here, will ring in 38 years of championing world-class pediatric health care. The gala includes pre-event live entertainment and a raffles; Fund-A-Need and a live auction featuring 25 beautiful themed trees with unique experiences and items; and an after-party with with one of Western Washington’s premier Funk, R&B and Soul bands. Tickets include valet parking, hosted bar, dinner and dancing and are available to those 21 or older. Proceeds raised during Festival of Trees will help build the new MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital campus.