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.

Dec
3
Fri
Holiday Artisans Market @ Urban Grace
Dec 3 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Holiday Artisans Market @ Urban Grace

Support local and global artisans while finding unique and handmade treasures at our FREE MARKET. Grab a friend and browse a curated selection of handmade and fair trade home goods, lifestyle goods, jewelry and accessories, holiday décor (including fresh wreaths), and eats and treats by makers from the Tacoma community and around the world.
Friday, December 3rd, 3-7pm
Saturday, December 4th, 10am-3pm
Sunday, December 5th, 10am-3pm

Dec
4
Sat
Holiday Artisans Market @ Urban Grace
Dec 4 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Holiday Artisans Market @ Urban Grace

Support local and global artisans while finding unique and handmade treasures at our FREE MARKET. Grab a friend and browse a curated selection of handmade and fair trade home goods, lifestyle goods, jewelry and accessories, holiday décor (including fresh wreaths), and eats and treats by makers from the Tacoma community and around the world.
Friday, December 3rd, 3-7pm
Saturday, December 4th, 10am-3pm
Sunday, December 5th, 10am-3pm

Christmas Regale @ Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
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.

Dec
5
Sun
Holiday Artisans Market @ Urban Grace
Dec 5 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Holiday Artisans Market @ Urban Grace

Support local and global artisans while finding unique and handmade treasures at our FREE MARKET. Grab a friend and browse a curated selection of handmade and fair trade home goods, lifestyle goods, jewelry and accessories, holiday décor (including fresh wreaths), and eats and treats by makers from the Tacoma community and around the world.
Friday, December 3rd, 3-7pm
Saturday, December 4th, 10am-3pm
Sunday, December 5th, 10am-3pm

Dec
10
Fri
Tacoma Arts Live presents Jake Shimabukuro – Christmas in Hawaii @ Pantages Theater
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.

Dec
15
Wed
Hope for the Howlidays @ Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County
Dec 15 all-day

Every year, thousands of shelter pets spend the holidays alone, longing for a forever home. We know you can’t adopt all of them, but you can still make a profound difference for animals in need at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. While dogs, cats, and critters wait for their new families, you can let these fur babies know they haven’t been forgotten by sponsoring them during this festive time of year!

During this event, you can sponsor a shelter pet to bring comfort and joy to a homeless pet and also provide the food, safe housing, and medical care they need while they wait for their forever home.

Sponsor a shelter pet today!

Dec
16
Thu
Hope for the Howlidays @ Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County
Dec 16 all-day

Every year, thousands of shelter pets spend the holidays alone, longing for a forever home. We know you can’t adopt all of them, but you can still make a profound difference for animals in need at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. While dogs, cats, and critters wait for their new families, you can let these fur babies know they haven’t been forgotten by sponsoring them during this festive time of year!

During this event, you can sponsor a shelter pet to bring comfort and joy to a homeless pet and also provide the food, safe housing, and medical care they need while they wait for their forever home.

Sponsor a shelter pet today!

Dec
17
Fri
Hope for the Howlidays @ Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County
Dec 17 all-day

Every year, thousands of shelter pets spend the holidays alone, longing for a forever home. We know you can’t adopt all of them, but you can still make a profound difference for animals in need at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. While dogs, cats, and critters wait for their new families, you can let these fur babies know they haven’t been forgotten by sponsoring them during this festive time of year!

During this event, you can sponsor a shelter pet to bring comfort and joy to a homeless pet and also provide the food, safe housing, and medical care they need while they wait for their forever home.

Sponsor a shelter pet today!

25th Annual Model Train Festival @ Washington State History Museum
Dec 17 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Friday, December 17, 2021 through Sunday, January 2, 2022.
Note: The museum is closed Dec. 24-25, open on Jan. 1.

Remember how it feels to see their eyes light up? Take your family and friends on a magical journey through the detailed world of model trains at the Washington State History Museum! Railroad clubs from around Puget Sound share their incredible layouts and every floor of the museum comes alive with trains. Train operators will be on hand for questions, the museum’s mascot Seymour History will make appearances, and we’ll have a seasonal photo backdrop for holiday selfies.
Museum occupancy will be limited during the Model Train Festival. Visitors for Model Train Festival are encouraged to purchase timed tickets in advance to guarantee a spot.
Get all the details and book your tickets at www.ModelTrainFestival.org.

Dec
18
Sat
Hope for the Howlidays @ Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County
Dec 18 all-day

Every year, thousands of shelter pets spend the holidays alone, longing for a forever home. We know you can’t adopt all of them, but you can still make a profound difference for animals in need at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. While dogs, cats, and critters wait for their new families, you can let these fur babies know they haven’t been forgotten by sponsoring them during this festive time of year!

During this event, you can sponsor a shelter pet to bring comfort and joy to a homeless pet and also provide the food, safe housing, and medical care they need while they wait for their forever home.

Sponsor a shelter pet today!