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.

Agenda
Agenda
June – July 2023 Jun – Jul 2023
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Jun
9
Fri
Tacoma Streetcars @ Tacoma Historical Society
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Jun 9 @ 6:30 pm

Join Tacoma Historical Society for our June monthly program presented by the President of the National Railway Historical Society’s Tacoma Chapter, Mike Bergman. Mike will share the history of Tacoma’s streetcar system, from its inception as horse drawn trolleys to electric streetcars.

Refreshments will be provided. Doors open at 6pm for exhibit viewing, talk begins at 6:30pm. This event is FREE or by donation. Donations can be made through Eventbrite or at the door.

This event is generously sponsored by Tacoma Creates, the Port of Tacoma, Tacoma Public Utilities and Amtrak.

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Categories: Education Local History Tags: #localhistory #tacoma #Tacoma Historical Society free History lecture lightrail museum presentation streetcars talk trains trolley
Jun
10
Sat
Sound to Narrows @ Vassault Park
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Jun 10 @ 6:30 am

Tacoma’s beloved Sound to Narrows event returns for its 51st year. Sound to Narrows offers something for everyone, from the state’s oldest 12K run for all ages to a 20-yard diaper dash for kids.

Early bird registration for the month of January starts at $35 for adults and $10 for children participating in the 12K or 5K; includes a collectible T-shirt and runner’s bib. Entry for students participating in the Fit for Sound to Narrows 2K is $5.

Proceeds from Sound to Narrows will benefit MultiCare Academy for Students in Healthcare (M.A.S.H.) Camp, a free, five-day camp that introduces local high school students to careers in health care.

Sound to Narrows has a long history in Tacoma dating back to 1973. Since 2003, MultiCare has put on the race as a way to provide a fun, healthy event that focuses on our community. For more information and to register, visit soundtonarrows.org.

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Categories: Family Events Health and Wellness Kids Outdoor Recreation Sports Tags: #12K 5k Run
Kidz Kraze @ Chambers Creek Regional Park
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Jun 10 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Explore Chambers Creek Regional Park and enjoy a variety of activities, food, information booths, and more! Kidz Kraze is an opportunity for kids and their families to learn more about the resources offered in their community! Featured activities will include arts and crafts, field games, giant yard games, bounce houses, food trucks, and local vendors. $10 parking pre-purchased or day of the event.

Participating Vendors:

Bricks 4 Kidz
Emerald Kingdom Parties
Fort Nisqually Living Museum
Girl Scouts of Western Washington
Hope Skip Drive
Pierce County Department of Emergency Management
Pierce County Human Services – University Place ECEAP
Pierce County Library – University Place
Pierce County Parks Natural Lands
Pierce County Parks Specialized Recreation
Pierce County Planning & Public Works – Long Range Planning Division
Puyallup Tribe
Sensory Fitness
Steel Soccer
Stemp Family Chiropractic
Target
The Function LCC – face painter
The Tacoma Twister

Food Vendors & Trucks:

Dawg Eat Dog
Franks Burgers
Lopez Cocinita Labb
Mauka Hawaiian Shaved Ice
Mimi’s ice Cream
The Popcorn Shop
Uncle Mikes Filipino Comfort Food

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Kids Tags: #familyevent #PierceCounty #tacoma #tacomaevent Chambers Creek chambersbay kid friend
Jun
15
Thu
Juneteenth Commemoration @ Washington State History Museum
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Jun 15 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Juneteenth Commemoration
Thursday, June 15, 5:30–8:00 PM
FREE

Commemorate Juneteenth at the Washington State History Museum, presenting members of the African American Writers Alliance.

Writers will compose and read original works reflecting on items from the WSHS collection and the historical significance of the holiday. In partnership with Write253, guests will also hear local youth writers read original reflections on the significance of Juneteenth, and have the opportunity to participate in letterpress printing.

Join us as we celebrate the official release of Black Washington, the first app to connect us with the inspiring stories, influential icons, and historic landmarks that have shaped Washington’s Black history.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Local History Tags: #Juneteenth
Jun
17
Sat
Dine We Must @ Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
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Jun 17 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

An evening at Fort Nisqually filled with Northwest cuisine, drinks, and Victorian entertainment.

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Categories: Food & Beverage Local History Tags: Fort Nisqually
Jun
25
Sun
Suffrage Special Afternoon Tea @ Point Defiance Pagoda
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Jun 25 @ 1:00 pm

Join Tacoma Historical Society for an outdoor tea party in celebration of the arrival of the Suffrage Special delegation to Tacoma in 1909.

Representatives of the National American Woman Suffrage Association boarded a Northern Pacific train going from Chicago to Seattle for the 41st Annual Convention. Along the way they stopped in several cities, gave speeches and picked up more passengers all in the pursuit for women’s right to vote. In June of 1909, they stopped in Tacoma where they were given a tour of Point Defiance Park, served dinner and gave speeches at the Tacoma Building.

O?ur tea party will include tea, sandwiches, scones with jam and tartlets. Following tea, THS curator Elizabeth Korsmo will give a talk about the historical events behind the Suffrage Special and Barbara Callander will give a special performance from the Washington Women’s Suffrage Centennial play. Supplies will be provided for guests to make their own suffrage sash.

Period costume is encouraged but not required.

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Categories: Food & Beverage Local History Non-Profit Fundraising Events Women Focused Events Tags: #localhistory #pointdefiance #tacoma #Tacoma Historical Society costume food History museum museum events outdoors suffrage tea tea party women's history womens events womenssuffrage
Jul
4
Tue
34th Annual Four on the Fourth @ Steilacoom Town Hall
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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

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Categories: Everyday Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Food & Beverage Health and Wellness Kids Non-Profit Fundraising Events Outdoor Recreation Seasonal and Holiday Events Sports Tags: running Walking
Jul
8
Sat
Fire Rescue Spectacular @ Hands On Children's Museum
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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.

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Categories: Education Family Events Kids Seasonal and Holiday Events Tags: #family #Olympia childrens events family event family friendly fire department hands on children's museum kid friendly summer
BBQ Festival @ Huntamer Park
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Jul 8 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Do you love slow-cooked traditional BBQ? Well here’s your chance to get your taste buds satisfied. On behalf of the Lacey South Sound Chamber and community partners, we welcome one and all to the mouthwatering world of BBQ at the South Sound BBQ Festival in Lacey, WA!

There will be live entertainment, free kids activities, chicken wing eating contest, adult-only beer & wine garden, outdoor activities, vendors, and SO MUCH MORE!

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Food & Beverage Kids Outdoor Recreation
Jul
14
Fri
Prairie Line Walk & Talk @ Tollefson Plaza
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Jul 14 @ 6:00 pm

Join Tacoma Historical Society for a historic walking tour of the Prairie Line Trail in downtown Tacoma. The tour will be lead by renowned local historian, Michael Sullivan, who will share the history of how the Northern Pacific Railroad shaped the city we know today.

The walk will begin at Tollefson Plaza and cover approximately one mile. While the trail is accessible, the first portion of the walk is uphill. Paid public parking can be found along Pacific Avenue.

RSVP at Eventbrite.com

This program is FREE or by donation. Donations can be made through Eventbrite or in-person at the event.

For questions call or email:
(?253) 472-3738
i?nfo@tacomahistory.org

For information about other events included in the Northern Pacific 150th Commemoration, visit us at www.NP150.org.

Sponsored by Tacoma Creates, Port of Tacoma, Tacoma Public Utilities, Amtrak & Puyallup Tribe of Indians

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Categories: Local History Tags: #downtowntacoma #localhistory #Northern Pacific Railroad #tacoma #Tacoma Historical Society Educational Tour free History museum Prairie Line Trail talk
June – July 2023 Jun – Jul 2023