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.

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  • 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

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Dec
4
Sat
The Great Tacoma Book Fair @ Court House Square
Tickets
Dec 4 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

In partnership with the Washington Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts, local nonprofit Blue Forge Press presents…

The Great Tacoma Book Fair!

Join us Saturday, December 4, 10AM to 8PM in the Gallery at Court House Square, 1102 A Street, Tacoma, Washington 98402.

Discover books for all ages in more than a dozen genres from more than twenty local authors. Plus films, music and games from Washington filmmakers, musicians and game designers!

Make sure kids don’t miss a fun photo opportunity with the magical Bookicorn and a free cotton candy with the purchase of any two children’s books.

Are you an author looking for a real publisher? (Not a company that takes your rights and your money!) Purchase any book at the book fair and speak one?on?one with a publisher about the best course of action for your next book and your career.

Founded in 1989, Blue Legacy, the parent company of Blue Forge Press is a nonprofit company dedicated to supporting authors, musicians, filmmakers, and game designers achieve their goals and have their voice heard. Find out more about this a volunteer?run 501(c)3 nonprofit at www.MyBlueLegacy.org

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Author Talk Family Events Kids
Christmas Regale @ Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
Tickets
Dec 4 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of modern holidays and experience a real old-fashioned Christmas at Fort Nisqually

Everyone can join in greeting the yule log with toasts, Christmas carols, coffee roasting and ornament making. Guests will have a chance to saw off a piece of the log to take home for their own holiday fire. Father Christmas will be available for visits and photos throughout the day.

Advance ticket purchase required.

Masks are required indoors for all guests ages 5 and up. Masks are not required outdoors.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Seasonal and Holiday Events
Dec
5
Sun
Tacoma Farmers Market Winter Market at Point Ruston @ Tacoma Farmers Market Winter Market at Point Ruston
Tickets
Dec 5 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join Tacoma Farmers Market at our Winter Markets for local food and artisanal crafts! You can shop local for the holidays and support small businesses on the Grand Plaza at Point Ruston on December 5th, 12th, and 19th from 12pm-4pm.

We accept cash, credit cards, EBT/PEBT

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Categories: Family Events Food & Beverage Tags: # farmersmarket #shopsmallbusiness
Dec
7
Tue
Hey Singers! 
Tickets
Dec 7 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Hey Singers! 

Hey, Singers, be our guest to explore Tacoma’s largest a capella chorus in the barbershop style at 7 pm, every Tuesday. Join us at 602 N. Orchard. tacomavocalstandard@gmail.com or Facebook: TacomaVocalStandard

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Music Concerts
Dec
10
Fri
Tacoma Arts Live presents Jake Shimabukuro – Christmas in Hawaii @ Pantages Theater
Tickets
Dec 10 @ 7:30 pm

Ukulele master and jolly ambassador of aloha, JAKE SHIMABUKURO, will bring joy to the world this upcoming 2021 Holiday Season by delivering a special gift for all with the debut of his highly anticipated holiday show, JAKE SHIMABUKURO – CHRISTMAS IN HAWAII.

With only four strings, Jake is a humble master whose mission is to connect and inspire people. Whether one on one or in front of an audience of thousands, Jake shares a deep emotional connection with the listener that is open, magical, and transcendent. Jake’s genuine love for people, the spirit of Holidays, and his beloved home of Hawaii are at the forefront of JAKE SHIMABUKURO – CHRISTMAS IN HAWAII. It will be a warm welcome of merriment and wonder for the season.

In addition to his signature show favorites, this special show will draw on a vibrant catalog of holiday classics such as We Three Kings, Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer, O Holy Night, I’ll Be Home For Christmas, and selections from his “Jake & Friends” album to be released in November 2021 (Willie Nelson, Bette Midler, Jack Johnson, Michael McDonald, Vince Gill & Amy Grant and more).

Along with bassist Jackson Waldoff and special Guests, singer-songwriter, Thunderstorm Artis on vocals and first-call percussionist, Taku Hirano, JAKE SHIMABUKURO will spread good cheer to all with his world-renowned live show in a fun take on the holidays sure to keep spirits bright. Exceptional and spirited JAKE SHIMABUKURO’S CHRISTMAS IN HAWAII is sure to become an eagerly anticipated annual family event.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Music Concerts Seasonal and Holiday Events
Dec
12
Sun
Tacoma Farmers Market Winter Market at Point Ruston @ Tacoma Farmers Market Winter Market at Point Ruston
Tickets
Dec 12 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join Tacoma Farmers Market at our Winter Markets for local food and artisanal crafts! You can shop local for the holidays and support small businesses on the Grand Plaza at Point Ruston on December 5th, 12th, and 19th from 12pm-4pm.

We accept cash, credit cards, EBT/PEBT

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Categories: Family Events Food & Beverage Tags: # farmersmarket #shopsmallbusiness
Dec
14
Tue
Hey Singers! 
Tickets
Dec 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Hey Singers! 

Hey, Singers, be our guest to explore Tacoma’s largest a capella chorus in the barbershop style at 7 pm, every Tuesday. Join us at 602 N. Orchard. tacomavocalstandard@gmail.com or Facebook: TacomaVocalStandard

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Music Concerts
Dec
18
Sat
The Christmas Revels® @ Rialto Theater
Tickets
Dec 18 @ 2:00 pm

The Christmas Revels returns with six joyous performances at Tacoma’s Rialto Theater (December 18 – 22). This year we’re off to the wilderness of 18th century Canada for a Québécois Christmas Revels that includes storytelling, the songs of les voyageurs, high energy dancing, a flying canoe and a magical journey.

Performances:
December 18 @ 2pm and 7:30pm
December 19 @ 1pm and 5:30pm*
*5:30 performance ASL interpreted
December 21 @ 7:30pm
December 22 @ 2pm

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Tags: #rialtotheater christmas dancing singing Theater
The Christmas Revels® @ Rialto Theater
Tickets
Dec 18 @ 7:30 pm

The Christmas Revels returns with six joyous performances at Tacoma’s Rialto Theater (December 18 – 22). This year we’re off to the wilderness of 18th century Canada for a Québécois Christmas Revels that includes storytelling, the songs of les voyageurs, high energy dancing, a flying canoe and a magical journey.

Performances:
December 18 @ 2pm and 7:30pm
December 19 @ 1pm and 5:30pm*
*5:30 performance ASL interpreted
December 21 @ 7:30pm
December 22 @ 2pm

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Tags: #rialtotheater christmas dancing singing Theater
Dec
19
Sun
Tacoma Farmers Market Winter Market at Point Ruston @ Tacoma Farmers Market Winter Market at Point Ruston
Tickets
Dec 19 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join Tacoma Farmers Market at our Winter Markets for local food and artisanal crafts! You can shop local for the holidays and support small businesses on the Grand Plaza at Point Ruston on December 5th, 12th, and 19th from 12pm-4pm.

We accept cash, credit cards, EBT/PEBT

Read more
Categories: Family Events Food & Beverage Tags: # farmersmarket #shopsmallbusiness
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