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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Jul
14
Fri
Tacoma Farmer Market – Eastside @ Tacoma Farmers Market - Eastside
Jul 14 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Tacoma Farmers Market creates vibrant marketplaces where local farms, small businesses, and organizations connect directly with the community.
Shop local with us at Stewart Heights Park 5715 Reginald Gutierrez Ln Tacoma, WA 98404
We accept cash, credit cards, EBT/SNAP and WIC/SFMNP

Craftopia: Crochet 2.0 class @ Craftopia
Jul 14 @ 5:30 pm

Single crochet will only get you so far! Crochet 2.0 is a continuation class for those who have already mastered single crochet and are ready to move on to more complicated stitches. We’ll be focusing on half double crochet, double crochet, triple crochet, and more complicated stitch patterns like shells, clusters, puffs, and seed stitches. Special stitch requests are gladly accommodated! Crocheters should already be proficient with single crochet before taking this class. Hook and yarn will be available, or bring your own if you prefer.
$15 per person. Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Jul
15
Sat
Craftopia: Painted Fans class @ Craftopia
Jul 15 @ 12:00 pm

Turn a simple paper fan into a work of art! Have fun experimenting with watercolors and alcohol inks and drop, spray or brush your way to a one-of-a-kind cooling device. Fan bases are made from paper and bamboo for a lightweight, sustainable, and easily portable option to keep yourself cool when the weather is hot. Recommended for ages 14+.
$10 per fan. Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Craftopia: Free Family Craft Night @ Craftopia
Jul 15 @ 3:00 pm

Join us the third Saturday of each month in 2023 for some crafty fun for the whole family! Each month we will feature several crafts for all ages and levels for you to try your hand at. Join us from 3pm-6pm and see what you can create!
Light refreshments will be available. This event is free of cost, though donations to help cover supplies are always appreciated.  RSVP’s not required but are appreciated so we can ensure we have adequate supplies on hand for everyone.
A huge thank you to the Tacoma Arts Commission for their generous Community Arts Grant which is helping support our craft night!
RSVP at www.craftopiawa.com

Jul
16
Sun
Tacoma Farmers Market- Dune Peninsula @ Tacoma Farmers Market - Dune Peninsula
Jul 16 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Tacoma Farmers Market creates vibrant marketplaces where local farms, small businesses, and organizations connect directly with the community.
Shop local with us at Dune Peninsula Park 5361 Yacht Club Rd. Tacoma WA 98407
We accept cash, credit cards, EBT/SNAP, and WIC/SFMNP

Every Sunday except (7/2 & 8/6)

Craftopia: Hooker Happy Hour meet up @ Craftopia
Jul 16 @ 1:00 pm

This one is just for my crocheters!  Come and hang out once a month with other like-minded hook-wielding individuals and let’s get our crochet on!
Light refreshments will be provided (sorry, no actual alcohol. Bit early in the day for that!)
RSVP’s appreciated but not required. Can’t make it? We also offer a zoom link on our website: www.craftopiawa.com

Craftopia: Mosaic Tile Rocks class @ Craftopia
Jul 16 @ 4:00 pm

Students will create unique pieces of garden art using glass, chain and beads adhered to a stone. Through hands on instruction, students will learn the fundamentals of mosaic art, including design and basic techniques for cutting and shaping materials. No previous mosaic experience is necessary. Students are welcome to bring a small piece of jewelry or beads with sentimental value to incorporate into their design.
$45 per person. Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Jul
17
Mon
Craftopia: Scrapbook Basics @ Craftopia
Jul 17 @ 2:00 pm

New to scrapbooking? Not sure where to start? Well have no fear! Our scrapbook basics class will get you set for success! Learn about tools, supplies and embellishments, get ideas for all different kinds of layouts, and start designing your own pages. Bring your own scrapbook, and photos if you have them. We’ll provide the rest!
$15 per person. Recommended for ages 16+.
Register at www.craftopiawa.com

Jul
20
Thu
Tacoma Farmer Market – Broadway @ Tacoma Farmers Market - Broadway
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Tacoma Farmers Market creates vibrant marketplaces where local farms, small businesses, and organizations connect directly with the community.
Shop local with us at 925 Broadway Between 9th and 11th Broadway on Thursdays May 4 – Oct. 26, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
We accept cash, credit cards, EBT/SNAP, and WIC/SFMNP

Craftopia: Pressed Flower Bookmarks class @ Craftopia
Jul 20 @ 4:30 pm

Create your own unique, flowerful bookmark. We’ll be using adhesive sheets and an assortment of dried and pressed flowers. Arrange and press, then learn several techniques to sew on a beautiful finishing boarder. You can even choose to make a tassel or use one of our pre-made ones. Recommended for ages 12+
$10 per person. Register at www.craftopiawa.com