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
May – July 2023 May – Jul 2023
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May
7
Sun
Mini Maestros: Peter and the Wolf @ University of Puget Sound Schneebeck Concert Hall
Tickets
May 7 @ 2:30 pm

Sergei Prokofiev‘s Peter and the Wolf tells the story of a young boy living with his grandfather in a forest clearing, and the adventure he and his animal friends have when a wolf comes through the garden gate. Written as a child’s introduction to the orchestra, each character is represented by a different instrument or group of instruments and features the full orchestra and a narrator to bring to life this classic tale.

Mini Maestros is designed especially for children ages 2-8 and their families.

Come early for the instrument petting zoo at 1:30 pm!

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Categories: Family Events Kids Music Concerts
May
20
Sat
Lacey Spring Fun Fair @ Saint Martin's University
Tickets
May 20 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

The Lacey Spring Fun Fair has provided FREE activities and entertainment for thousands since 1988! Join us this year for wild rides, live performances, vendors, and delicious food concessions! Saturday May 20, 10am – 6pm and Sunday May 21, 11am – 5pm.

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Food & Beverage Kids Music Concerts Outdoor Recreation
Craftopia: Free Family Craft Night! @ Craftopia
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May 20 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join us the third Saturday of each month in 2023 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 3pm-6pm and see what you can create!
Light refreshments will be available. This event is free of cost, though donations to help cover supplies are always appreciated.  RSVP’s not required but are appreciated so we can ensure we have adequate supplies on hand for everyone.
A huge thank you to the Tacoma Arts Commission for their generous Community Arts Grant which is helping support our craft night!
www.craftopiawa.com

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Categories: Family Events Kids Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: arts and crafts family activities kid friendly
May
21
Sun
Lacey Spring Fun Fair @ Saint Martin's University
Tickets
May 21 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

The Lacey Spring Fun Fair has provided FREE activities and entertainment for thousands since 1988! Join us this year for wild rides, live performances, vendors, and delicious food concessions! Saturday May 20, 10am – 6pm and Sunday May 21, 11am – 5pm.

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Food & Beverage Kids Music Concerts Outdoor Recreation
Jun
3
Sat
Build A Boat @ Job Carr Cabin Museum
Tickets
Jun 3 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Build a toy boat and test if it floats with the supplies from this Craft Saturday event. Craft Saturday take-home kits include all the materials and instructions needed for a fun at-home activity.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Kids
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
Tickets
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
Jul
4
Tue
34th Annual Four on the Fourth @ Steilacoom Town Hall
Tickets
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
Tickets
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
May – July 2023 May – Jul 2023