Pierce County Events Calendar
This calendar is the place to find fun events happening throughout Pierce County, including Tacoma, Puyallup, Lakewood and beyond.
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- 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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Stop by Rebuilding Hope’s new Hilltop headquarters to enjoy celebratory refreshments, tour the building, and learn about expanding healing services for victim-survivors.
The 14th Annual Pierce County Bike Swap is a FREE family-friendly community event put on by Ride Together Pierce, where anyone can sell or buy used bicycles and bicycle parts. We encourage you to bring a helmet if you plan on test-riding bikes.
At the Bike Swap, Ride Together Pierce is planning on providing:
- ??BIKE CORRAL: Buy a bike or sell a bike at our Bike Corral. If you have 1-2 bikes to sell, this is the recommended route. There are no listing or selling fees. You do not need to sell a bike to buy, or trade. Come find your new-to-you ride!
- ?QUICK FIX: Make sure your future bike is safe to test ride by taking it through a quick safety check first by a professional bicycle mechanic. A mobile bike repair shop will also be onsite for more complex repairs.
- ??BIKE TEST RIDE AREA: Test out your potential new ride on a secure, short route through the Swap.
- ??LOW-COST HELMETS: Provided by Downtown on the Go, bicyclists can purchase affordable helmets and get a proper helmet fitting.
- ??BIKE MAP MASTERS: Discuss best biking routes with seasoned local riders at the Bike Map Masters station.
- ?BIKE SKILLS PRACTICE AREA: Folks of all ages and abilities can practice safe riding skills such as balancing, scanning, stopping, turning, and more.
- ?FOOD TRUCKS: Enjoy delicious sweet and savory food from local food trucks.
- ?BIKE INDEX AND BICYCLE BENEFITS STICKERS: With a Bike Index sticker, you can add security to your bike by registering it to the Bike Index directory. A Bicycle Benefits helmet sticker can be used to receive discounts at participating businesses in Pierce County (and nationwide).
- ??VENDORS: We are inviting local bike shops and bike-related organizations to show off their products and share the latest information with you on bicycling in Pierce County. If you have several bicycles or bike parts to sell, we recommend you register as a vendor. There are no vendor fees. Registration open now!
The Tacoma Lawn Bowling Club, a longtime community fixture since its founding in 1929, will celebrate the start of its 2025 season with a free Open Day on Saturday, April 26, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Wright Park (entry via 6th Avenue).
Lawn bowling is a strategic, social, and accessible sport played on a finely maintained grass surface known as a “green.” Tacoma’s historic green has been in the park since 1936, opening that year thanks to fundraising efforts by the local community. Today, the Club boasts a growing membership of over 50 individuals and proudly partners with Parks Tacoma to maintain the green and offers inclusive programs for people of varying ages and skill levels.
“As a local community club managed by passionate volunteers, we’re excited to invite the public to come along, meet us, and try the sport for themselves,” said Laura Moscatello, President of the Tacoma Lawn Bowling Club. “At the Open
Day, we’ll have live music, snacks, games, and a welcoming atmosphere.”
The Club’s popular learn-to-bowl program returns this year. The two-session course is designed for beginners, covering everything from technique and etiquette to teamwork and tournament play. Sessions run on the following Saturday
mornings, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.:
o May 17 & 24
o June 7 & 14
o July 12 & 19
“Whether you’ve never heard of lawn bowling or you’re ready to compete, we’d love to meet you!”, said Moscatello.
Open Day is a family-friendly event. April 26, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Wright Park near the corner of Yakima Avenue, behind the lion statues.
For more information about Tacoma Lawn Bowling Club, visit TacomaBowls.org.
SHORT description of the event; The Hunger Walk is a great way to get involved with Hunger Awareness Month, help your neighbors in need, and have some fun! Enjoy a scenic walk around Waughop Lake, live music, and local vendors. This event is pet and family friendly.
Proceeds from the Hunger Walk will help Emergency Food Network (EFN) provide Pierce County with a consistent, diverse, and nutritious food supply so that no person goes hungry. Each month, EFN provides our network of more than 75 partner food pantries, meal sites, and shelters with more than one million pounds of food, at no cost to them.
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Cascade Challenge, May 16–18, 2025, at the stunning Shelton Springs Disc Golf Course in Shelton, Washington! Whether you’re a seasoned disc golfer or just looking for a unique, family-friendly event, this tournament promises thrilling competition, beautiful scenery, and fun for all ages. Watch the world’s best disc golfers battle it out on one of the most scenic courses in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, live music, and chances to try disc golf for yourself. With forested fairways and high-level action, it’s the perfect blend of sport and nature. Grab your spectator pass today and experience the energy, excitement, and community of professional disc golf up close. You don’t need to be a pro to enjoy the pros—come be part of the Cascade Challenge!
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Cascade Challenge, May 16–18, 2025, at the stunning Shelton Springs Disc Golf Course in Shelton, Washington! Whether you’re a seasoned disc golfer or just looking for a unique, family-friendly event, this tournament promises thrilling competition, beautiful scenery, and fun for all ages. Watch the world’s best disc golfers battle it out on one of the most scenic courses in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, live music, and chances to try disc golf for yourself. With forested fairways and high-level action, it’s the perfect blend of sport and nature. Grab your spectator pass today and experience the energy, excitement, and community of professional disc golf up close. You don’t need to be a pro to enjoy the pros—come be part of the Cascade Challenge!
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Cascade Challenge, May 16–18, 2025, at the stunning Shelton Springs Disc Golf Course in Shelton, Washington! Whether you’re a seasoned disc golfer or just looking for a unique, family-friendly event, this tournament promises thrilling competition, beautiful scenery, and fun for all ages. Watch the world’s best disc golfers battle it out on one of the most scenic courses in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, live music, and chances to try disc golf for yourself. With forested fairways and high-level action, it’s the perfect blend of sport and nature. Grab your spectator pass today and experience the energy, excitement, and community of professional disc golf up close. You don’t need to be a pro to enjoy the pros—come be part of the Cascade Challenge!
Hip Hop Therapy Fun Run/Walk
June 7th, Check In @ 8am, Start Time @ 9am
Please join us for our second annual Kevan Carter Jr.
Hip Hop Therapy Fun Run or Walk
Lace up your sneakers, grab your friends and family, and hit the trails for a high-energy, feel-good event that’s all about movement, music, and community! Whether you’re running, walking, dancing, or strutting your stuff, this untimed event is perfect for all ages and abilities.
Youth ~ $10.00
Adult ~ $20.00
All registered receive a t-shirt!
This event will be held at…
South Hill Community Park/Nathan Chapman Trail
14201 86th Avenue East
Puyallup, WA US 98373
Street fair, parade, and fireworks will follow this event
Online registration closes on July 2nd at 11:59 PM
Registrations are accepted on the day of the event for an additional charge of $5
7:30 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up Opens
8:45 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up Closes
9:00 AM – Start of 4 Mile
9:05 AM – Start of 1 Mile Kids
Electronic Chip Timing
USATF Certified Course and Sanctioned Event
Scenic, mostly flat, road course travels out-and-back along the waterfront
Event shirts available for purchase during online registration until June 30th at 11:59 PM
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
Mile Awards:
Ribbons are given to top 3 in each gender and age group
Medals are given to 1st place overall male and female
Age Groups:
0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95-99, 100+
1 Mile Kids Awards:
Every kid receives a finisher ribbon and a small USA flag
This event provides funds to purchase shoes and uniforms for local youth runners, as well as provides a college scholarship for a graduating senior
USATF certified 5K course is flat and fast
Gift cards are raffled away at awards ceremony
Medals are given to 1st place overall male and female
Ribbons are given to top 3 in each gender and age group
All proceeds benefit Washington High School Cross Country
Age Groups:
0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
Online registration closes on August 22d at 11:59 PM
Registrations are also accepted on the day of the event for an additional charge of $5
Registration, course map, and results can be found at https://patriotcrosscountry.com/ppr
8:30 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up Opens
9:20 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up Closes
9:30 AM – Start of Event
10:30 AM – Start of Awards
This event provides funds to purchase shoes and uniforms for local youth runners, as well as provides a college scholarship for a graduating senior