Pierce County Events Calendar
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Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos (veh-NARR-dos), the Venardos Circus wraps world-class animal-free circus acts into a Broadway Musical-style format dubbed “The American Circus with the heart of a Broadway Show.”
Venardos Circus proudly features its own custom-made big-top, a classic red-and-white striped tent, with an intimate feel and limited seating. The circus performers also are the crew in this traveling tour, much like the original circus tradition. There are no animals in Venardos Circus. Guests can expect to be transported back in time to the center ring of a centuries-old tradition, but one that has been reinvented for the next generation. Theatre lovers and nostalgic circus fans alike will appreciate the intimate experience and sentimental way the show pays homage to circus traditions through the lens of high-quality entertainment for a modern family audience.
Schedule:
Wednesday, June 22 – 7:00 p.m. ** OPENING NIGHT
Thursday, June 23 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, June 24 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 25 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 26 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 29 –7:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 30 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 1 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 2 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 3 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Monday, July 4 – 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. **FOURTH OF JULY MATINEES
Thursday, July 7 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 8 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 9 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 10 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
TICKET INFORMATION:
GENERAL ADMISSION SEATING:
Child General Admission, Starting at $16.50 (12 yrs and younger.)
Adult General Admission, Starting at $27
PREFERRED SEATING:
Premium Seating, (Rows 2 & 3) Starting at $37 one price for all ages.
Ringmaster V.I.P. Seating, (Front Row around the stage) Starting at $47 one price for all ages.
*One babe in arms (1year or younger) seated in a lap admitted FREE with a paid adult ticket. Child must remain seated on an adult’s lap throughout the performance.
With only three weeks in town we expect all of the performances to completely sell out online in advance, so don’t hesitate to get your tickets! Once we sellout online there are no tickets available at the show.
One hour before each showtime, the doors to the circus open with preshow performance attractions to enjoy. Classic circus treats like Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Hot Dogs, Sno Cones, Fresh Pink Lemonade and more are available. The main event lasts approximately 90 minutes, with a brief intermission. Complete show schedule available at VenardosCircus.com.
Masking protocols will follow local ordinances if and when they are required.
Tacoma Farmers Market creates vibrant marketplaces where local farms, small businesses, and organizations connect directly with the community.
Shop local with us at Broadway on Thursdays May 5- Oct. 27, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
925 Broadway Tacoma WA, 98402
We accept cash, credit cards, EBT/PEBT and WIC
Ok you crazy cats! Join us for our very first VIRTUAL Cat Head String Art class! You’ll have the option to choose a variety of colors to make your kitty truly unique. This craft does require use of hammer and small nails.
$10 for just the virtual class. $15 for class and mailed supplies (must sign up at least 7 days in advanced for this option). You will need to provide your own hammer.
Register at www.craftopiawa.co
Learn how to create a “tree of life” using wire wrapping and natural stone chips. You have likely seen these wire and rock tree hangings everywhere and now you can make your own. We will teach you the basic technique and you will head home with a beautiful piece.
$45 per person. Ages 14+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com
Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos (veh-NARR-dos), the Venardos Circus wraps world-class animal-free circus acts into a Broadway Musical-style format dubbed “The American Circus with the heart of a Broadway Show.”
Venardos Circus proudly features its own custom-made big-top, a classic red-and-white striped tent, with an intimate feel and limited seating. The circus performers also are the crew in this traveling tour, much like the original circus tradition. There are no animals in Venardos Circus. Guests can expect to be transported back in time to the center ring of a centuries-old tradition, but one that has been reinvented for the next generation. Theatre lovers and nostalgic circus fans alike will appreciate the intimate experience and sentimental way the show pays homage to circus traditions through the lens of high-quality entertainment for a modern family audience.
Schedule:
Wednesday, June 22 – 7:00 p.m. ** OPENING NIGHT
Thursday, June 23 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, June 24 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 25 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 26 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 29 –7:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 30 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 1 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 2 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 3 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Monday, July 4 – 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. **FOURTH OF JULY MATINEES
Thursday, July 7 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 8 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 9 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 10 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
TICKET INFORMATION:
GENERAL ADMISSION SEATING:
Child General Admission, Starting at $16.50 (12 yrs and younger.)
Adult General Admission, Starting at $27
PREFERRED SEATING:
Premium Seating, (Rows 2 & 3) Starting at $37 one price for all ages.
Ringmaster V.I.P. Seating, (Front Row around the stage) Starting at $47 one price for all ages.
*One babe in arms (1year or younger) seated in a lap admitted FREE with a paid adult ticket. Child must remain seated on an adult’s lap throughout the performance.
With only three weeks in town we expect all of the performances to completely sell out online in advance, so don’t hesitate to get your tickets! Once we sellout online there are no tickets available at the show.
One hour before each showtime, the doors to the circus open with preshow performance attractions to enjoy. Classic circus treats like Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Hot Dogs, Sno Cones, Fresh Pink Lemonade and more are available. The main event lasts approximately 90 minutes, with a brief intermission. Complete show schedule available at VenardosCircus.com.
Masking protocols will follow local ordinances if and when they are required.
Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos (veh-NARR-dos), the Venardos Circus wraps world-class animal-free circus acts into a Broadway Musical-style format dubbed “The American Circus with the heart of a Broadway Show.”
Venardos Circus proudly features its own custom-made big-top, a classic red-and-white striped tent, with an intimate feel and limited seating. The circus performers also are the crew in this traveling tour, much like the original circus tradition. There are no animals in Venardos Circus. Guests can expect to be transported back in time to the center ring of a centuries-old tradition, but one that has been reinvented for the next generation. Theatre lovers and nostalgic circus fans alike will appreciate the intimate experience and sentimental way the show pays homage to circus traditions through the lens of high-quality entertainment for a modern family audience.
Schedule:
Wednesday, June 22 – 7:00 p.m. ** OPENING NIGHT
Thursday, June 23 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, June 24 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 25 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 26 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 29 –7:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 30 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 1 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 2 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 3 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Monday, July 4 – 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. **FOURTH OF JULY MATINEES
Thursday, July 7 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 8 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 9 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 10 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
TICKET INFORMATION:
GENERAL ADMISSION SEATING:
Child General Admission, Starting at $16.50 (12 yrs and younger.)
Adult General Admission, Starting at $27
PREFERRED SEATING:
Premium Seating, (Rows 2 & 3) Starting at $37 one price for all ages.
Ringmaster V.I.P. Seating, (Front Row around the stage) Starting at $47 one price for all ages.
*One babe in arms (1year or younger) seated in a lap admitted FREE with a paid adult ticket. Child must remain seated on an adult’s lap throughout the performance.
With only three weeks in town we expect all of the performances to completely sell out online in advance, so don’t hesitate to get your tickets! Once we sellout online there are no tickets available at the show.
One hour before each showtime, the doors to the circus open with preshow performance attractions to enjoy. Classic circus treats like Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Hot Dogs, Sno Cones, Fresh Pink Lemonade and more are available. The main event lasts approximately 90 minutes, with a brief intermission. Complete show schedule available at VenardosCircus.com.
Masking protocols will follow local ordinances if and when they are required.
Calling all Fiber Artists! Join us the first Friday of each month from 5-7pm for a FREE Fiber Arts craft meet-up. Hang out with other artists, work on your projects, ask questions or find inspiration. Light refreshments will be provided. Meet-up is in our upstairs community room.
Nothing says ‘fancy’ quite like pearls! Join us as we create double strand bracelets using fresh water pearls! This simple technique can be used with any beads and, by the end of the class, you will be a pro.
$40 per person Ages 14+
Register at www.craftopiawa.com
Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos (veh-NARR-dos), the Venardos Circus wraps world-class animal-free circus acts into a Broadway Musical-style format dubbed “The American Circus with the heart of a Broadway Show.”
Venardos Circus proudly features its own custom-made big-top, a classic red-and-white striped tent, with an intimate feel and limited seating. The circus performers also are the crew in this traveling tour, much like the original circus tradition. There are no animals in Venardos Circus. Guests can expect to be transported back in time to the center ring of a centuries-old tradition, but one that has been reinvented for the next generation. Theatre lovers and nostalgic circus fans alike will appreciate the intimate experience and sentimental way the show pays homage to circus traditions through the lens of high-quality entertainment for a modern family audience.
Schedule:
Wednesday, June 22 – 7:00 p.m. ** OPENING NIGHT
Thursday, June 23 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, June 24 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 25 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 26 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 29 –7:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 30 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 1 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 2 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 3 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Monday, July 4 – 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. **FOURTH OF JULY MATINEES
Thursday, July 7 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 8 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 9 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 10 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
TICKET INFORMATION:
GENERAL ADMISSION SEATING:
Child General Admission, Starting at $16.50 (12 yrs and younger.)
Adult General Admission, Starting at $27
PREFERRED SEATING:
Premium Seating, (Rows 2 & 3) Starting at $37 one price for all ages.
Ringmaster V.I.P. Seating, (Front Row around the stage) Starting at $47 one price for all ages.
*One babe in arms (1year or younger) seated in a lap admitted FREE with a paid adult ticket. Child must remain seated on an adult’s lap throughout the performance.
With only three weeks in town we expect all of the performances to completely sell out online in advance, so don’t hesitate to get your tickets! Once we sellout online there are no tickets available at the show.
One hour before each showtime, the doors to the circus open with preshow performance attractions to enjoy. Classic circus treats like Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Hot Dogs, Sno Cones, Fresh Pink Lemonade and more are available. The main event lasts approximately 90 minutes, with a brief intermission. Complete show schedule available at VenardosCircus.com.
Masking protocols will follow local ordinances if and when they are required.
Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos (veh-NARR-dos), the Venardos Circus wraps world-class animal-free circus acts into a Broadway Musical-style format dubbed “The American Circus with the heart of a Broadway Show.”
Venardos Circus proudly features its own custom-made big-top, a classic red-and-white striped tent, with an intimate feel and limited seating. The circus performers also are the crew in this traveling tour, much like the original circus tradition. There are no animals in Venardos Circus. Guests can expect to be transported back in time to the center ring of a centuries-old tradition, but one that has been reinvented for the next generation. Theatre lovers and nostalgic circus fans alike will appreciate the intimate experience and sentimental way the show pays homage to circus traditions through the lens of high-quality entertainment for a modern family audience.
Schedule:
Wednesday, June 22 – 7:00 p.m. ** OPENING NIGHT
Thursday, June 23 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, June 24 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 25 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 26 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 29 –7:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 30 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 1 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 2 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 3 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Monday, July 4 – 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. **FOURTH OF JULY MATINEES
Thursday, July 7 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, July 8 – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. **Friday matinee
Saturday, July 9 – 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 10 – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
TICKET INFORMATION:
GENERAL ADMISSION SEATING:
Child General Admission, Starting at $16.50 (12 yrs and younger.)
Adult General Admission, Starting at $27
PREFERRED SEATING:
Premium Seating, (Rows 2 & 3) Starting at $37 one price for all ages.
Ringmaster V.I.P. Seating, (Front Row around the stage) Starting at $47 one price for all ages.
*One babe in arms (1year or younger) seated in a lap admitted FREE with a paid adult ticket. Child must remain seated on an adult’s lap throughout the performance.
With only three weeks in town we expect all of the performances to completely sell out online in advance, so don’t hesitate to get your tickets! Once we sellout online there are no tickets available at the show.
One hour before each showtime, the doors to the circus open with preshow performance attractions to enjoy. Classic circus treats like Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Hot Dogs, Sno Cones, Fresh Pink Lemonade and more are available. The main event lasts approximately 90 minutes, with a brief intermission. Complete show schedule available at VenardosCircus.com.
Masking protocols will follow local ordinances if and when they are required.