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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Dec
7
Fri
Karaoke @ The SandBAR
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Dec 7 @ 8:00 pm
Karaoke @ The SandBAR | Tacoma | Washington | United States

Every Friday Night is Karaoke at The SandBAR with your host DJ Jimi, 8:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. There is some amazing talent here, and a wide variety of singers! Come and have an amazing time! Great food and drinks served all night!

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Music Concerts
Grit Gatsby Holiday Artisan Market @ 704 Opera Alley, Tacoma, WA 98402-3713, United States
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Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

**Note: December 7 is adults 21+; December 8 event is for all ages**

It’s the holiday party (and gift market) of the year! Inspired by the grandeur of Opera Alley’s historic Ledger Building, Grit Gatsby Holiday Market is urban, decadent, and refined.?

On Friday, December 7th, Grit Gatsby will be hosting the ultimate 20’s theme VIP Speakeasy party, featuring a no-host bar, live music, and Tacoma’s very best artisan and vintage vendors. Dressing the part is encouraged! Don your festive apparel, shop, and mingle in one of Tacoma’s most memorable venues.? Ages 21+. Tickets on sale now!

Saturday, December 8th brings a festive, family friendly atmosphere with a visit from Santa! Bring the entire family to pose on our antique velvet couch with jolly old St. Nick, browse the finest gift wares in Tacoma, and enjoy our gift wrapping station.

Grit Gatsby Holiday Market will be open for VIP night on Friday, December 7th from 6-9pm.
Entrance $25 (https://www.lapalomamarketplace.com/grit-gatsby-vip-speakeasy)

On Saturday, December 8th, the market will be open from 12-6pm, with Santa photos from 12:30-3:30.
Entrance $2

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Seasonal and Holiday Events Tags: Artisan Artisan Gift Fair christmas holiday holiday party Santa Photos
Hollywood and the Homefront: Tinsel Town’s Contribution to World War II @ Harbor History Museum
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Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Brought to you by Humanities Washington, Humanities in the Harbor will continue in December as John Jensen joins the Harbor History Museum for a special presentation as part of the “Bomber Boys: Portraits from the Front” Exhibit Opening.

During World War II, the War Department realized the importance of not only keeping up the morale of America’s fighting forces abroad, but the morale of those at home. The result was an unprecedented push by Hollywood to contribute morale-building war dramas, troop entertainment, and training films to the war effort. Special radio programs, documentary films, and live performances told Americans at home that they too could serve in the defense of their country by purchasing war bonds, participating in scrap drives, planting Victory Gardens, and volunteering.

Experience the still-powerful images, radio, and film that emerged from this dramatic time in American history. Audio historian and former broadcaster John Jensen shares rarely known stories and anecdotes from Hollywood’s war effort, and shows examples of wartime propaganda through various media that was used to educate, inform, and sway American public opinion.

A former San Francisco broadcaster, John Jensen has been an avid collector of music, movies, and radio broadcasts of the 1930s and 40s. Early fascination led to employment as general manager of KMPX, a radio station devoted to playing the music and radio broadcasts of those years. He produced a world-wide radio broadcast honoring the US Navy 200th Anniversary, starring Bing Crosby, Mel Blanc, and other radio stars from the 1940s. In 1992, he directed the 50th Anniversary Salute to Armed Forces Radio broadcast, heard world-wide. As an audio historian, he has provided research and assorted media to filmmakers, such as Jack Haley, Jr., Frances Ford Coppola, and George Lucas. He recently retired as senior director of public relations for World Vision. Since then he has been lecturing at various venues throughout the Puget Sound area on the Great Depression era and World War II.

Humanities in the Harbor is held at Harbor History Museum, 4121 Harborview Drive, Gig Harbor, WA 98332. Admission is FREE thanks to Humanities Washington! Humanities Washington sparks conversation and critical thinking using story as a catalyst, nurturing thoughtful and engaged communities across our state.

Admission is FREE, but seats are limited. RSVPs and questions may be directed to Zachary Sokolik, Marketing & Events Coordinator at Harbor History Museum at marketing@harborhistorymuseum.org.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Education Local History Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: harbor history museum History museum World War II
Dec
8
Sat
Grit Gatsby Holiday Artisan Market @ 704 Opera Alley, Tacoma, WA 98402-3713, United States
Tickets
Dec 8 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

**Note: December 7 is adults 21+; December 8 event is for all ages**

It’s the holiday party (and gift market) of the year! Inspired by the grandeur of Opera Alley’s historic Ledger Building, Grit Gatsby Holiday Market is urban, decadent, and refined.?

On Friday, December 7th, Grit Gatsby will be hosting the ultimate 20’s theme VIP Speakeasy party, featuring a no-host bar, live music, and Tacoma’s very best artisan and vintage vendors. Dressing the part is encouraged! Don your festive apparel, shop, and mingle in one of Tacoma’s most memorable venues.? Ages 21+. Tickets on sale now!

Saturday, December 8th brings a festive, family friendly atmosphere with a visit from Santa! Bring the entire family to pose on our antique velvet couch with jolly old St. Nick, browse the finest gift wares in Tacoma, and enjoy our gift wrapping station.

Grit Gatsby Holiday Market will be open for VIP night on Friday, December 7th from 6-9pm.
Entrance $25 (https://www.lapalomamarketplace.com/grit-gatsby-vip-speakeasy)

On Saturday, December 8th, the market will be open from 12-6pm, with Santa photos from 12:30-3:30.
Entrance $2

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Kids Seasonal and Holiday Events Tags: Artisan Artisan Gift Fair christmas holiday holiday party Santa Photos
Holiday Mandala Wooden Ornaments Workshop @ Dazed & Reused Art Studio
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Dec 8 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Unleash Yourself, Get inspired and paint!

Learn the incredible art of dot Mandala painting with artist Nancy Franklin and create a beautiful set of 2 mandala ornaments.

Mandalas help center your energy and elevate the powerful feelings of peace and love.

They truly are MAGICAL!

This workshop is $25 per person. All supplies ARE included. including your own set of dotting tools to take home with you!

Learn from us, the studio that started the Mandala Craze!

Join us for a relaxing and fun time learning the art of Mandala dot art. We will teach you EVERYTHING you need to know to create AMAZING dot mandalas.

*gourmet drip coffee, organic bagged teas, hot cocoa, and select cold beverages are available from our little in house coffee bar.

Great music!

Amazing art

Fun friends

*NOTE: Recommended for ages 12 and up. Any persons under 17 years of age MUST BE ACCOMPANIED by a PARTICIPATING ADULT with a ticket. Only TICKETED PARTICIPANTS are allowed in the classroom during class.

The Mandala (Sanskrit for “circle” or “completion”) has a long history and is recognized for its deep spiritual meaning and representation of wholeness.

Many people and cultures have vouched for the mandala’s intrinsic meaning. Buddhists, Tibetans, and Hindus have all derived meaning from the mandala and its captivating beauty. Psychoanalyst Carl Jung has called it “a representation of the unconscious self.” The mandala is widely recognized as a meaningful reflection of its creator. Mandala art therapy & healing can be a great source of reflection on one’s soul.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: art class art event art workshops Paint & Sip painting
Holiday Open House, Lakewood History Museum @ Lakewood History Museum
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Dec 8 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Stop by for free holiday refreshments, enjoy our display of antique holiday ornaments and maybe sing a Christmas carol or two.

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Categories: Local History Seasonal and Holiday Events
DIY DreamCatchers Workshop @ Dazed & Reused Art Studio
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Dec 8 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Tradition, magic and art meet in this super fun workshop that will catch your dreams. Have an inspiring experience learning how to create your very own DIY dreamcatcher

This workshop is $45 per person, all supplies included.

We provide it all…. hoops, feathers, string, yarn, beads, leather, glues, ribbons, and anything else you can possibly DREAM of ?

AND best of all, you choose your design and colors 100%!!!!

We are a truly creative studio, where your designs always belong to you.

We teach you the fundamentals. You bring your creativity.

Make an awesome gift or spend some creative quality time with a loved one making a unique dreamcatcher.

* Any persons under 17 years of age MUST BE ACCOMPANIED by a PARTICIPATING ADULT. …….
ONLY TICKETED GUESTS ALLOWED IN THE DIY LOUNGE STUDIO.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: art art classes art workshops Paint & Sip painting
The Nutcracker Suite @ Pantages Theater
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Dec 8 @ 2:00 pm

The Nutcracker Suite, a tasty sampler of sweets perfect for our tinies audience members. This one hour performance makes a scrumptious holiday memory that will last a lifetime.

December 8th and 9th at 2pm at the Tacoma Arts Live

visit tacomaartslive.org or call 253-591-5894

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Seasonal and Holiday Events Tags: christmas dance nutcracker Pantages Theater tacoma arts live Tacoma City Ballet
Starry Night Wooden Christmas Ornaments Workshop @ Dazed & Reused Art Studio
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Dec 8 @ 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm

Get in touch with your inner artist and paint!

Learn how to paint stunning starry night forest scenes on wooden ornaments with artist Nancy Franklin.

This class is $20 per person. All supplies ARE included. each person will get to paint TWO beautiful ornaments.

*NOTE: Recommended for ages 12 and up. Any persons under 17 years of age MUST BE ACCOMPANIED by a PARTICIPATING ADULT with a ticket.

Only TICKETED PARTICIPANTS are allowed in the classroom during class. NO EXCEPTIONS

Easy for beginners and fun for the seasoned artist. Check out our 5 star rating. You are guaranteed to have a great time and experience in our studio ?

We can’t wait to see your amazing creations!

*Parking is all on street or residential. It’s free to park on 6th ave. You may need to walk a bit, so be sure to allow time for parking and walking. We’ve got some AMAZING shops to see, and fun awaits! See you in the studio!

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events
Harry Potter & The Sacred Text @ Theater on the Square
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Dec 8 @ 3:00 pm

Join the host of the hit podcast, Harry Potter & The Sacred Text, Vanessa Zoltan as she brings thought, reflection and laughter to Harry Potter; not just as novels, but as instructive and inspirational texts that teach us about our own lives. Relive the magic chapter by chapter as various themes are explored. This five-star rated podcast reached #2 on the iTunes chart the first summer it released, and creates time in your week to think about life’s big questions. Because reading fiction doesn’t help us escape the world, it helps us live in it. There are two performance times: 3:00 PM, and 7:30 PM.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Tags: Harry Potter podcast Tacoma
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