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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.

May
2
Fri
Breaking Barriers | Building Futures 2025 Tacoma Community House Annual Luncheon @ Hotel Murano Bicentennial Pavilion
May 2 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Breaking Barriers | Building Futures 2025 Tacoma Community House Annual Luncheon @ Hotel Murano Bicentennial Pavilion

Surround yourself with 650 like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference. This event is a perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the power of transformative programs. 

This event will feature:

Engaging Speakers: Listen to influential voices share their insights and experiences.

Heartfelt Stories: Be moved by stories of resilience and hope from community members.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow attendees and community advocates.

Call to Action: We hope that you will commit to support our programs that promote transformative, life-altering growth for community members.

Collaboration throughout the community is pivotal in fostering inclusivity and driving positive change. When we work together, we create a synergy that amplifies our individual efforts, leading to more substantial and sustainable impacts.

Culinary Classic @ Rock Creek Gardens Wedding and Event Venue
May 2 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Culinary Classic @ Rock Creek Gardens Wedding and Event Venue

Culinary Classic 2025

It’s back! Don’t miss out on the South Sound’s premier foodie event—The Culinary Classic, presented by the Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce and MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital!

This exciting new experience in Puyallup promises an elegant night out, and we’d love for you to join us for an unforgettable evening. Herban Feast will craft a seasonal, farm-to-table menu expertly paired with premium local wines, offering a curated three-course meal. The evening will be hosted by King 5 celebrity Chris Egan, setting the stage for a truly special night. As you arrive, enjoy a captivating performance by Cynthia Harp, followed by live music from Chris Anderson in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, surrounded by fellow food and wine enthusiasts.

May
3
Sat
Hunger Walk @ Fort Steilacoom Park
May 3 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Hunger Walk @ Fort Steilacoom Park

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.

May
17
Sat
Lacey Spring Fun Fair @ Saint Martin’s University
May 17 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Lacey Spring Fun Fair @ Saint Martin’s University

Enjoy 2 days of free rides, kids’ world activities and live entertainment plus shop from over 70 artisan and commercial vendors and food vendors!  Don’t miss the S.T.E.A.M. Fair on Saturday and Car Show on Sunday.  Free parking and admission. For over 35 years families have enjoyed this springtime tradition.

Old Fashioned Fest @ Simple Goodness Soda Shop
May 17 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Old Fashioned Fest @ Simple Goodness Soda Shop

Our annual tasting event celebrating one of the oldest and best cocktails in history: the Old Fashioned. Come taste Old Fashioned cocktails featuring  local distilleries, bitters and syrups companies in a PNW tasting festival flavor explosion at the Simple Goodness Soda Shop

Old Fashioned Fest @ Simple Goodness Soda Shop
May 17 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Old Fashioned Fest @ Simple Goodness Soda Shop

Our annual tasting event celebrating one of the oldest and best cocktails in history: the Old Fashioned. Come taste Old Fashioned cocktails featuring  local distilleries, bitters and syrups companies in a PNW tasting festival flavor explosion at the Simple Goodness Soda Shop

May
18
Sun
Lacey Spring Fun Fair @ Saint Martin’s University
May 18 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Lacey Spring Fun Fair @ Saint Martin’s University

Enjoy 2 days of free rides, kids’ world activities and live entertainment plus shop from over 70 artisan and commercial vendors and food vendors!  Don’t miss the S.T.E.A.M. Fair on Saturday and Car Show on Sunday.  Free parking and admission. For over 35 years families have enjoyed this springtime tradition.

Jun
7
Sat
Kevan Carter Jr. Hip Hop Therapy Fun Run or Walk @ South Hill Community Park/Nathan Chapman Trail
Jun 7 @ 8:00 am
Kevan Carter Jr.  Hip Hop Therapy Fun Run or Walk @ South Hill Community Park/Nathan Chapman Trail

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

Jul
4
Fri
36th Annual Four on the Fourth @ Steilacoom Town Hall
Jul 4 @ 9:00 am
36th Annual Four on the Fourth @ Steilacoom Town Hall

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

Aug
23
Sat
16th Annual Parkland Pace or Race @ Washington High School
Aug 23 @ 8:30 am
16th Annual Parkland Pace or Race @ Washington High School

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