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.

Jun
13
Tue
Hey Singers! 
Jun 13 @ 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

Jun
14
Wed
Free Alzheimer’s educational conference for Washington residents @ Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle
Jun 14 @ 10:00 am

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will hold a free educational conference on June 14th at 10:00 am PST that will provide Seattle-area residents with information about Alzheimer’s disease, brain health, caregiving, care planning, support services and more.
A Q&A will follow each session in which attendees can ask the experts questions. Participants will also have the opportunity to network with one other. There will also be free memory screenings conducted throughout the day.
The free educational conference is open to everyone. For more information or to register, visit www.alzfdn.org/tour.

Jun
17
Sat
Barracuda [Heart/Led Zep tribute] @ McMenamins Spanish Ballroom @ Elks Temple
Jun 17 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

The J-Fell Presents Spanish Ballroom TRibute Series welcomes Barracuda!
Barracuda is an album-accurate tribute to Rock Hall of Fame band Heart, featuring the powerhouse vocals of DL Car. Heart fans will know that their early days included many Led Zeppelin covers; Barracuda delivers world-wide hits of both bands with style and passion for audiences across North America.
www.j-fell.com/barracuda/
Saturday, June 17- Spanish Ballroom
ALL AGES | 6:00pm doors
Tickets: $20 advance, $26 day of
Buy now at https://bit.ly/BarracudaSpanish0617

Jun
20
Tue
Hey Singers! 
Jun 20 @ 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

Jun
27
Tue
Hey Singers! 
Jun 27 @ 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

Jul
4
Tue
34th Annual Four on the Fourth @ Steilacoom Town Hall
Jul 4 @ 9:00 am

Registration, course map, results, and photos can be found at https://fouronthefourth.org

4 Mile Cost – $15
1 Mile Kids Cost – $5

Online Registration closes on July 2nd at 11:59 PM
Registrations are also accepted on the day of the event for an additional charge of $5

7:30 AM – Registration/Packet Pick Up Opens
8:45 AM – Registration/Packet Pick Up Closes
9:00 AM – Start of 4 Mile
9:05 AM – Start of 1 Mile Kids
Street fair, parade, and fireworks will follow this event

Electronic Chip Timing
USATF Certified Course and Sanctioned Event
Event shirts available for purchase during online registration until June 30th at 11:59 PM
Scenic, mostly flat, road courses travel out-and-back along the waterfront
For everyone’s safety, pets are not allowed on the course
Prizes are given to the most patriotic dressed
Awards are available immediately after finishing

4 Mile Awards:
Ribbons are given to top 3 in each gender and age group
Medals are given to 1st place overall male and female

1 Mile Kids Awards:
Every kid receives a finisher ribbon and a small USA flag

For More Information:
Allen Culp
253-219-5252
aculp@fpschools.org

This event provides funds to purchase shoes and uniforms for local youth runners, as well as provides a college scholarship for a graduating senior

Hey Singers! 
Jul 4 @ 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

Jul
8
Sat
Fire Rescue Spectacular @ Hands On Children's Museum
Jul 8 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

The Fire Rescue Spectacular, July 8, is the ultimate firefighter and first-responder experience for kids! At the free street fair kids can explore a fleet of emergency vehicles, meet first responders, take the Junior Fighter Challenge, enjoy free ice cream, and so much more!

Presented by Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network in partnership with Olympia Fire Dept., and thanks to Access Partner Macy’s.

Free Street Fair Activities
• Explore Olympia’s fleet of emergency vehicles and meet first responders
• Meet Sparky the Fire Dog & Smokey the Bear
• See vintage fire trucks
• Experience the Spray Gallery
• Take the Junior Firefighter Challenge
• Enjoy special activities, festival food & free ice cream and popsicles

Inside the Museum
• See wacky Dr. Science demos
• Make an emergency candle or fire starter
• Learn how to start a campfire
• Explore first aid techniques
• Rescue toy animals from ice

All activities on the street are free to the public. Special activities in the Museum are free with admission – online reservations recommended.

Summer Sips @ Gig Harbor Uptown
Jul 8 @ 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Celebrate summer, live music & local makers at the 1-stop taste event of the season. Craft beer, cider, wine, spirits & more from the 253!

What is Summer Sips? Think wine or beer festival – but more! Summer Sips brings locally crafted sips to the masses, replete with amazing live music throughout the day.

When: Saturday, July 8th, 2023 Time: 12pm – 7pm

Where: Uptown Gig Harbor, 4701 Point Fosdick Dr, Gig Harbor

Whether you’re into cider, beer, wine, spirits, or softer options, Summer Sips is the 1-stop taste n’ shop event of the season. 1 day, 1 location, 60+ refreshing sips from the 253 and great live music. Let your senses run wild for a cause! 21+ event.

Proceeds fund environmental education, conservation, and stewardship initiatives in the KGI watershed through the Lu Winsor Memorial Environmental Grant program.

Each ticket includes event access, a Sips tasting glass, 5 drink tickets, re-entry pass, live music, and an awesome time!

Volunteer Opportunities Summer Sips Volunteer Sign Up

Jul
11
Tue
Hey Singers! 
Jul 11 @ 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