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

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Agenda
Agenda
June – August 2022 Jun – Aug 2022
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Jun
25
Sat
Fire Rescue Spectacular @ Hands On Children's Museum
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Jun 25 @ 10:00 am – 3:30 pm

Kick Off a Summer of Fun at the Fire Rescue Spectacular street fair. Explore a fleet of emergency vehicles, meet first responders, and try your hand at the water-spraying and obstacle course challenges!

Explore Olympia’s Fleet of Emergency Vehicles on the Street!
• Climb aboard giant fire trucks, a police cruiser & motorcycle, and emergency vehicles
• Meet local firefighters and first responders
• See vintage fire trucks & vote for your favorite!
• Greet Sparky the Fire Dog & Smokey the Bear
• Try your hand at the Spray Gallery
• Take the Junior Firefighter Challenge
• Enjoy festival food & free ice cream (12 p.m. & 3 p.m.)

Experience More Hands-On Fun inside the Museum!
• See Dr. Science Experiments (11:00 am., 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.)
• Learn how to safely build a fire
• Discover fire’s role in the forest life cycle
• Explore Wilderness First Aid with Olympia Mountaineers
• Climb aboard a 1921 vintage fire truck
• Silkscreen a poster for free or 2 bandanas for $12
• Make your own fire hat and badge in the Art Studio
• Go on a Firefighter Scavenger Hunt

All activities on the street are free to the public. Museum activities are free with admission and membership. Online reservations required.

Presented by Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network, in partnership with the City of Olympia Fire Department

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Categories: Education Family Events Kids Tags: #family childrens events family friendly hands on children's museum kid friendly summer
Jul
6
Wed
Craftopia: Magic Wands class @ Craftopia
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Jul 6 @ 6:00 pm

Grab the family and join us as we make magic wands. Using a large variety of materials, you can design and decorate your wand to your heart’s content. Wands are $10 a piece and constructed from wood.
$10 per person Ages 5+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Family Events Kids Tags: arts and crafts family event
Jul
16
Sat
Dune Concert-Island Empire @ Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park
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Jul 16 @ 3:00 pm
Dune Concert-Island Empire @ Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park

Island Empire Tour featuring Fiji, Sammy J, Eli Mac and Western Conference

Good news for outdoor concert fans! The Island Empire Festival featuring Fiji, Sammy J, Eli-Mac and Western Conference is coming to Tacoma’s Dune Peninsula on Saturday, July 16. Bring your chairs and blankets for seating on the lawn at this beautiful waterfront park with expansive water and mountain views.

$35 Advance, $45 Day of show
3 pm Doors
All Ages (ages 3 and older require a ticket for entry)

Beer Garden
(Ages 21+ only) Hosted by the Redefining You Foundation. All proceeds benefit this non-profit group whose mission is to empower service women, women veterans, and military spouses while completely redefining their lifestyles and perspectives following military service.

About the Venue:
Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park is a newly landscaped, 11-acre open-air venue, which features the Cambia Legacy Lawn on the breakwater peninsula, surrounding the Tacoma Yacht Club boat basin. It is a unique location with an unparalleled perspective on the bay, Mt Rainier and the sky above. Visit the website

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Food & Beverage Music Concerts Seasonal and Holiday Events
Craftopia: Family Craft Night @ Craftopia
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Jul 16 @ 4:00 pm

Join us the third Saturday of each month in 2022 for some crafty fun for the whole family! Each month we will feature several crafts for all ages and levels for you to try your hand at. Join us from 4pm-6pm and see what you can create!
Light refreshments will be provided. This event is free of cost, though donations to help cover supplies are always appreciated.

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Categories: Family Events Kids Tags: arts and crafts family activity
Jul
17
Sun
Dune Concerts-Pride @ Dune Peninula at Point Defiance
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Jul 17 @ 12:00 pm
Dune Concerts-Pride @ Dune Peninula at Point Defiance

Dune Concerts Presented by Point Ruston

Come out to dance and celebrate Pride on the Cambia Legacy Lawn at Dune Peninsula. Enjoy live music on the main stage from Vicci Martinez with performances by Jamie Von Stratton, Rachelle LaNae and more while taking in views of Puget Sound, Mount Rainier and Tacoma’s waterfront.

What’s Happening at Dune Pride

  • Corn Hole Tournament presented by Queer City Sports: Sign Up Now
  • Vendor Village presented by the Tacoma Night Market
  • Food Trucks
  • Beer Garden
    Hosted by the Redefining You Foundation. All proceeds benefit this non-profit group whose mission is to empower service women, women veterans, and military spouses while completely redefining their lifestyles and perspectives following military service.All ages are welcome
  • Main Stage
    • Host: Ceasar Hart – Ceasar is a well-known community Drag King, he will be hosting the event from 12-6 pm with two performances.
    • Host: Irene Dubois -Irene is a super host with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater. You can find her hosting at Queer Bar and Julia’s On Broadway.
    • DJ Special K – You can find Kharen DJing on the weekends at Night Market and Drag Brunch Market, she is a favorite in the community!
    • DJ Miss M – DJ MISS M plays for the Seahawks, Seattle Storm DJ, and UW Huskies Basketball Mens/Womens DJ. Her podcast is heard all over the world in 100+ countries. She is a resident DJ for IHeartradio in Seattle, Portland and Sacramento.
    • DJ Zehno – Miami based DJ and winner of Dinah Shore DJ battle. DJ Zehno is a well-known female DJ that brings passion to the decks, her love for music keeps everyone dancing!
    • DJ Lauren Von Deadly – Spinning at the Splash Park!
    • Live Music: Rachelle LaNae – Rachelle is a local singer-songwriter. She creates original music for individuals, companies, film and tv. She also works as a lyricist, teacher, recording artist, performer, and podcaster.
    • Live Music: Vicci Martinez and band -Vicci Martinez is an American singer-songwriter and actress from Tacoma, Washington. She placed third on NBC’s singing competition series The Voice in 2011 and played a role in the series Orange is the New Black. She released her 2012 album with Republic Records, and self-released her 2015 album.
    • Additional Performances by:
      • Queen Andrew Scott- Seattle
      • Nicole Onoscopi- Portland
      • Kennedy Kolby- Seattle
      • Dutchess Drew- Seattle
      • Jamie Von Stratton- Seattle
      • Gritty City Sirens- Tacoma
      • Tacoma Cheer- Tacoma
      • And More!
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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Food & Beverage Outdoor Recreation Seasonal and Holiday Events
Jul
23
Sat
Craftopia: Princess Dance Camp @ Craftopia
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Jul 23 @ 1:00 pm

Join us for an afternoon fun of crafts, activities, dance, music and everything princess!  Your kiddo will have a ball moving and creating in this four-hour dance and craft camp.  We’ll send your kiddo home happy and tired, all while giving you the afternoon off!
Includes a variety of princess themed arts and crafts, dance and music activities with plenty of goodies to go home.  Snacks will be provided, so please let is know if your child has any allergies.

Activities geared towards kids ages 6-10.  Drop off at 1pm and pick up at 5pm.
$60 per child
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Kids Tags: arts and crafts childrens events dance
Jul
29
Fri
Craftopia: Slime Time class @ Craftopia
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Jul 29 @ 6:00 pm

Be a mad scientist in your very own slime lab! Create this wonderfully fun ooey gooey creation and add your own colors and decorations for something out-of-this-world! $5/participant. All ages and family friendly (children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult). This class only takes about 45 minutes, so start times may be staggered depending on the number of participants to make sure we can provide a safe learning environment for all.
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Family Events Kids Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts family activity sensory crafts
Jul
30
Sat
Craftopia: Princess Dance Camp @ Craftopia
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Jul 30 @ 10:00 am

Join us for an afternoon fun of crafts, activities, dance, music and everything princess!  This parent-and-me style day will have you and your kiddo  moving and creating in this three-hour dance and craft camp.  We’ll send your kiddo home happy and tired while creating memories the two of you will never forget.
Includes a variety of princess themed arts and crafts, dance and music activities with plenty of goodies to go home.  Snacks will be provided, so please let is know if your child has any allergies.

Activities geared towards kids ages 3-5. Parents are expected to remain but are not required to participate in all activities (though it is highly encouraged!)
$50 per child
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Kids Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts dance Day camp family activity
Craftopia: Magic Wands class @ Craftopia
Tickets
Jul 30 @ 12:00 pm

Grab the family and join us as we make magic wands. Using a large variety of materials, you can design and decorate your wand to your heart’s content. Wands are $10 a piece and constructed from wood. Ages 5+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Family Events Kids Tags: arts and crafts family activity
Aug
13
Sat
Brigade Encampment 2022 @ Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
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Aug 13 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Brigade Encampment 2022 @ Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Step back in time to 1855 at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum’s 36th annual Brigade Encampment.

This event recreates the bustle and excitement of the historic visit of fur traders to the Fort in 1855. Guests will witness the arrival of the brigade (the convoy that delivered a year’s worth of furs) and spirited contests between trappers and traders – from obstacle course races to cooking contests. Young and old may participate in “Engagé for the Day,” visiting with living historians at their tents and receiving hands-on lessons on period skills such as fire starting and spinning wool.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Education Family Events Home and Garden Kids Local History Outdoor Recreation
June – August 2022 Jun – Aug 2022