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.

Oct
25
Fri
KeyBank presents All Hallows Eve: A Centerforce event @ Lakewood Elks Lodge 2388
Oct 25 @ 5:00 pm
KeyBank presents All Hallows Eve: A Centerforce event @ Lakewood Elks Lodge 2388

Have a great fall night out at our Halloween Bash with a silent auction, wine pull, Alaska Airlines raffle and more. Costumes welcome, but not required.

Wine and beer will be available, along with some hors d’oeuvres, while you browse the silent auction and dance while the DJ spins tunes. You also can grab a bottle of wine from the wine pull and try your chance at winning 2 tickets for travel valid on Alaska Airlines!

Our goal is to raise $40,000 to support our programs that assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities find jobs, and be able to engage and participate in their communities

21 and over event.

 

Adventure Series: Tracks: Alone Across the Outback @ The Washington Center for the Performing Arts
Oct 25 @ 7:00 pm
Adventure Series: Tracks: Alone Across the Outback @ The Washington Center for the Performing Arts

Rick Smolan will share the inside story of how he documented Robyn Davidson’s epic 1700-mile walk across the Australian Outback.

Word got to National Geographic magazine that a 26-year-old woman named Robyn Davidson was planning a 1700-mile walk across the Australian outback with four camels and no outside support. The magazine sent photojournalist Rick Smolan to interview her. Initially she blew him off, but he persisted and eventually earned her trust—and the invitation to join her a few times along the way.

Shot over nine months, these images would become an unforgettable National Geographic cover story and subject of the award-winning feature film TRACKS.

Rick Smolan is a New York Times bestselling author with over five million books in print. The actor Adam Driver portrayed him in the award-winning movie TRACKS, based on his National Geographic cover story about Robyn Davidson’s 1700-mile camel trek across the Australian outback. A TIME, Life, and National Geographic photographer, Rick created the “Day in the Life” book series, which featured the world’s leading photographers and combined storytelling with state-of-the-art technology.

The Good Fight: America’s Ongoing Struggle for Justice was chosen by TED as the official book club selection, and will become a TV series. Natasha’s Story, his TED talk about an 11-year-old child left to him in a dying Korean woman’s will, has been watched by over 1.4 million people.

Oprah Winfrey featured Rick’s AMERICA 24/7 book on her “Favorite Things” program and Fortune describes Smolan’s Against All Odds Productions as “One of the 25 Coolest Companies in America.” In 2023, Rick was awarded the “Ellis Island Medal of Honor” presented to individuals who “embody the spirit of American patriotism, tolerance, brotherhood and diversity.” Rick’s latest undertaking is a dramatic TV series based on famed Science fiction author Robert Heinlein’s Tunnel in the Sky, in partnership with Miles Dale, Oscar-winning producer of The Shape of Water and the producer of Guillermo del Toro’s films.

Disney on Ice 2024: Magic in the Stars @ ShoWare Center
Oct 25 @ 7:00 pm
Disney on Ice 2024: Magic in the Stars @ ShoWare Center

56 OF YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY STARS SHINE BRIGHT IN DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS MAGIC IN THE STARS!

The new show debuts in Kent October 23-27, followed by Everett November 1-3, featuring the most Disney characters in one show with the all-star cast including Mirabel, Woody and Buzz, Tiana, Moana and more!

Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stories of Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and Cars, and todays favorites including Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana. Create new memories with Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon and Asha from Wish, and become enchanted by Tiana, Rapunzel, and The Disney Princesses. Celebrate the unforgettable adventures of Disney and Pixar brought to life in new ways at Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars.

Doors open 1 hour prior to performance.

Note: Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years & older.

Visit DisneyOnIce.com for more information.

©Disney, ©Disney/Pixar

Ages 2 and older must have a ticket to enter. All tickets are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change.

And don’t miss the Disney on Ice Pre-Show: Family Fun Featuring Elsa and Mirabel* *Character Experiences Available. Access to a private event with interactive time and photo opportunities. Each guest, ages 2 and up, must have both a Character Experience ticket and a Disney On Ice show ticket to attend the Character Experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Oct
26
Sat
Fall Foliage Festival and Plant Sale @ Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden
Oct 26 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Enjoy a rainbow of colors and bushels of fun at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden’s Fall Foliage Festival and Plant Sale on October 26-27

Join us for this free event featuring garden tours and plant talks, kids’ scavenger hunt, a food truck, or search for the perfect spot to take that quintessential fall photo. Also shop RSBG’s biggest sale of the year! Discover an immersive wonderland of sights, sounds, and sensations – from cool breezes to rustling leaves and the quiet swaying of golden-brown maple trees.

The garden’s annual Fall Foliage Festival and Plant Sale is sure to please garden enthusiasts and nature lovers of all ages. For plant hunters looking for something special, featured pop-up vendors will bring their cultivated collections to the Rutherford Conservatory terrace.

Dig into a savory dish from a food truck before heading to the Gift Shop for unique garden gifts or peruse the books in the Visitor Center to learn about the beloved Rhododendron species and the natural history of the Pacific Northwest. Our collection of Japanese maples, deciduous azaleas, and other deciduous species never fails to produce a large range of bright colors right before we head into the dark and grey of winter.

Disney on Ice 2024: Magic in the Stars @ ShoWare Center
Oct 26 @ 11:00 am
Disney on Ice 2024: Magic in the Stars @ ShoWare Center

56 OF YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY STARS SHINE BRIGHT IN DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS MAGIC IN THE STARS!

The new show debuts in Kent October 23-27, followed by Everett November 1-3, featuring the most Disney characters in one show with the all-star cast including Mirabel, Woody and Buzz, Tiana, Moana and more!

Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stories of Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and Cars, and todays favorites including Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana. Create new memories with Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon and Asha from Wish, and become enchanted by Tiana, Rapunzel, and The Disney Princesses. Celebrate the unforgettable adventures of Disney and Pixar brought to life in new ways at Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars.

Doors open 1 hour prior to performance.

Note: Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years & older.

Visit DisneyOnIce.com for more information.

©Disney, ©Disney/Pixar

Ages 2 and older must have a ticket to enter. All tickets are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change.

And don’t miss the Disney on Ice Pre-Show: Family Fun Featuring Elsa and Mirabel* *Character Experiences Available. Access to a private event with interactive time and photo opportunities. Each guest, ages 2 and up, must have both a Character Experience ticket and a Disney On Ice show ticket to attend the Character Experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Disney on Ice 2024: Magic in the Stars @ ShoWare Center
Oct 26 @ 3:00 pm
Disney on Ice 2024: Magic in the Stars @ ShoWare Center

56 OF YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY STARS SHINE BRIGHT IN DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS MAGIC IN THE STARS!

The new show debuts in Kent October 23-27, followed by Everett November 1-3, featuring the most Disney characters in one show with the all-star cast including Mirabel, Woody and Buzz, Tiana, Moana and more!

Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stories of Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and Cars, and todays favorites including Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana. Create new memories with Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon and Asha from Wish, and become enchanted by Tiana, Rapunzel, and The Disney Princesses. Celebrate the unforgettable adventures of Disney and Pixar brought to life in new ways at Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars.

Doors open 1 hour prior to performance.

Note: Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years & older.

Visit DisneyOnIce.com for more information.

©Disney, ©Disney/Pixar

Ages 2 and older must have a ticket to enter. All tickets are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change.

And don’t miss the Disney on Ice Pre-Show: Family Fun Featuring Elsa and Mirabel* *Character Experiences Available. Access to a private event with interactive time and photo opportunities. Each guest, ages 2 and up, must have both a Character Experience ticket and a Disney On Ice show ticket to attend the Character Experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Halloween on the Hill @ Tacoma Community House
Oct 26 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Halloween on the Hill @ Tacoma Community House
Join Tacoma Community House, The REACH Center, Tacoma Housing Authority, Hilltop Business Association, Pierce Transit, Community Health Plan of WA, and KeyBank as we host Halloween on the Hill!
This FREE trunk or treat event will take place on 10/26 from 3PM-6PM. You will start at Tacoma Community House and continue along MLK, Jr. Way for more trick or treat fun at participating businesses. Maps will be provided.
This is an all ages event where community members, businesses, and community resources come together for a safe & fun afternoon.
More details to be shared soon!!
Costumes Encouraged
Friendly, Leashed Dogs Are Welcome
Rain or Shine
INTERESTED IN DECORATING YOUR CAR OR A BOOTH AND HANDING OUT CANDY OR DONATING CANDY?
PLEASE CONTACT AMANDA AT: AMAYER@TACOMACOMMUNITYHOUSE.ORG
Disney on Ice 2024: Magic in the Stars @ ShoWare Center
Oct 26 @ 6:30 pm
Disney on Ice 2024: Magic in the Stars @ ShoWare Center

56 OF YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY STARS SHINE BRIGHT IN DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS MAGIC IN THE STARS!

The new show debuts in Kent October 23-27, followed by Everett November 1-3, featuring the most Disney characters in one show with the all-star cast including Mirabel, Woody and Buzz, Tiana, Moana and more!

Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stories of Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and Cars, and todays favorites including Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana. Create new memories with Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon and Asha from Wish, and become enchanted by Tiana, Rapunzel, and The Disney Princesses. Celebrate the unforgettable adventures of Disney and Pixar brought to life in new ways at Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars.

Doors open 1 hour prior to performance.

Note: Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years & older.

Visit DisneyOnIce.com for more information.

©Disney, ©Disney/Pixar

Ages 2 and older must have a ticket to enter. All tickets are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change.

And don’t miss the Disney on Ice Pre-Show: Family Fun Featuring Elsa and Mirabel* *Character Experiences Available. Access to a private event with interactive time and photo opportunities. Each guest, ages 2 and up, must have both a Character Experience ticket and a Disney On Ice show ticket to attend the Character Experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Oct
27
Sun
Fall Foliage Festival and Plant Sale @ Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden
Oct 27 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Enjoy a rainbow of colors and bushels of fun at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden’s Fall Foliage Festival and Plant Sale on October 26-27

Join us for this free event featuring garden tours and plant talks, kids’ scavenger hunt, a food truck, or search for the perfect spot to take that quintessential fall photo. Also shop RSBG’s biggest sale of the year! Discover an immersive wonderland of sights, sounds, and sensations – from cool breezes to rustling leaves and the quiet swaying of golden-brown maple trees.

The garden’s annual Fall Foliage Festival and Plant Sale is sure to please garden enthusiasts and nature lovers of all ages. For plant hunters looking for something special, featured pop-up vendors will bring their cultivated collections to the Rutherford Conservatory terrace.

Dig into a savory dish from a food truck before heading to the Gift Shop for unique garden gifts or peruse the books in the Visitor Center to learn about the beloved Rhododendron species and the natural history of the Pacific Northwest. Our collection of Japanese maples, deciduous azaleas, and other deciduous species never fails to produce a large range of bright colors right before we head into the dark and grey of winter.

City of Destiny Festival @ Edison Square
Oct 27 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
City of Destiny Festival @ Edison Square

Join us for a celebration of Tacoma’s diverse history! This year’s theme centers on the history of fashion and retail in Tacoma. The festival will highlight changes in fashion and consumer experience from 1880 to the 2000s!

This event is free to attend and will feature hands-on activities, fashion shows, vintage clothing, heritage & cultural organizations, vendors and living history demonstrations! We can’t wait to see you there!

The festival coincides with our current exhibit “Bustles to Blue Jeans: 120 years of Clothing Tacoma” now open Wednesday through Friday, 11:00am to 3:00pm at the Tacoma Historical Society Museum.

This event is generously sponsored by Key Bank, Port of Tacoma, and Asia Pacific Cultural Center.

www.tacomahistory.org