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.

Agenda
Agenda
July – August 2023 Jul – Aug 2023
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Jul
22
Sat
Bark by the Bay @ Chambers Creek Regional Park
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Jul 22 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Chambers Creek Regional Park is excited to bring back Bark by The Bay, a summer fun canine festival! This one-day festival is full of dog activities and games, an art project, treat hunting, vendors, and food trucks.

Featured Activities:

Live agility demos by Rainier Agility Team
Live flyball demos by Cascade Comets
Live trainings by All Ears Petcare
Adoption opportunities
Paw print paintings art project
Treat hunting game
Off-leash dog water zone
Off-leash play zone
12 PM – Parade of Breeds
1 PM – Costume Contest:
Maximum of 25 dogs. Please sign up for the costume contest by July 17.

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Tags: #familyevent #tacoma #tacomaevent dogs Foodtrucks pet friendly things to do with pets
Jul
29
Sat
The Market on 6th Ave Craft Fair @ Salon di Stile
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Jul 29 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

The Market on 6th Ave Craft Fair – A carefully curated collection of local artists and craftsworkers showcasing their work and wares to the hip & historic 6th Ave Business District. All products are handmade or personally designed by local artists. A great way to support local small business and find that extra special gift for your friends and loved ones. Hosted by Salon di Stile at 2202 6th Ave Tacoma, WA , this craft fair takes place every other Saturday from 10AM-6PM. Upcoming Market Days are June 17, July 1, July 15, July 29, August 12, August 26, September 9, and September 23!

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Home and Garden Tags: #6thavetacoma 6th Ave craft fair local artists
Tacoma Bon Odori Festival @ Tacoma Buddhist Temple
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Jul 29 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Our Tacoma Buddhist Temple Bon Odori Festival is back after 3 years! As part of our religion, we honor those who have passed by celebrating them through Japanese traditional dancing called Bon Odori. Everyone is welcome to dance, enjoy the food or just watch the dancing and taiko performances. 4pm: Food, beer garden, info booths, Japanese items for sale and Kings Books table. 4:30: Obon service. 5pm: Dancing and taiko drumming will occur in front of our temple on Fawcett Avenue up from UW Tacoma. 8pm: memorial candle service. Come early before the food runs out. Credit card and checks preferred for all purchases. Questions: info@tacomabt.org.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Non-Profit Fundraising Events
Aug
5
Sat
Kite Festival @ Chambers Creek Regional Park
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Aug 5 @ 10:00 am – Aug 6 @ 4:00 pm

Our Kite Festival is back bigger than ever with two fun-filled days at Chambers Creek Regional Park. The entire family will be captivated by amazing kite demonstrations, family kite flying, inflatables, food trucks, vendors, and other fun activities! Bring your kites, blankets, cameras, and get ready for this adventure-packed weekend of kites.

Each day 250 kites will be given away, compliments of the Pierce County Kitefliers Association!

Need a kite? Pre-purchase and register for a kite kit online with us and build it yourself at the park! On the day of the event, pick up your kits at our Parks booth in the Central Meadow. Kite Kits are $4/kit.

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Tags: #familyevent #tacoma #tacomaevent Foodtrucks kites
Women’s Empowerment Tea Party @ Bethel Learning Center
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Aug 5 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Ladies, get your ticket today and get ready to step into YOUR new beginning!

Are you ready to be renewed and released from the bondage of lack of confidence and self-esteem?

Then this tea party is for you!

We were created in the likeness and image of God, with a purpose, calling, and gifts. God desires you to be confident, brave, bold, and have a healthy, Christ-like self-esteem, all traits that He possesses. Life, others, the enemy, etc. can damage our confidence and self-esteem, causing us to engage in negative self-talk and sink deeper into distress.

YOU CAN BE FREE!

During this interactive tea party, you’ll learn how to:

Heal & transform your heart and mind through Christ

Overcome insecurities

Stop comparing yourself to other women

Crush negative self-talk

Improve self-esteem through Christ

Reboot your confidence through Christ

Overcome worry & doubt

AND MORE!!!

You’ll also be entertained with live music, prizes, fellowship, and much more!

What are you waiting for?

Invest in your freedom today by registering for this dynamic tea party! Your new beginning depends on it.

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Categories: Women Focused Events Tags: #PuyllupWA #tacomaevent Christian community event confidence Empowering women Events in Tacoma lakewood self help self love selfcare Spanaway women
Aug
10
Thu
Pierce County Fair @ Frontier Park
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Aug 10 @ 10:00 am – 9:30 pm

Come Experience the Magic at the 2023 Pierce County Fair in Graham! Food, Fun, and Entertainment for all ages. Gotta Go To Graham!

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Food & Beverage Kids Music Concerts
Aug
11
Fri
Pierce County Fair @ Frontier Park
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Aug 11 @ 10:00 am – 9:30 pm

Come Experience the Magic at the 2023 Pierce County Fair in Graham! Food, Fun, and Entertainment for all ages. Gotta Go To Graham!

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Food & Beverage Kids Music Concerts
Port of Tacoma Book Signing @ Tacoma Historical Society
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Aug 11 @ 6:30 pm

Join Tacoma Historical Society for our August Monthly Program presented by Rod Koon, author & former communications manager for Port of Tacoma. Rod will be discussing his recent publication “Images of America: Port of Tacoma” which details the history and development of the Port of Tacoma.

Copies of Rod’s book will be available for purchase and signing during the event.

Refreshments will be provided. Doors open at 6:00pm for exhibit viewing, talk begins at 6:30pm. This event is FREE or by donation. Donations can be made through Eventbrite or at the door.

RSVP on Eventbrite.

This event is generously sponsored by Tacoma Creates, the Port of Tacoma, Tacoma Public Utilities, Amtrak and Puyallup Tribe of Indians.

For questions, call (253)472-3738 or email info@tacomahistory.org
For more events related to the 150th Northern Pacific Commemoration, visit www.NP150.org.

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Categories: Author Talk
Legends of Country Rock: Firefall & Pure Prairie League @ Chambers Creek Regional Park
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Aug 11 @ 7:00 pm

The genealogy and musical roots of Firefall run deep in the fertile soil of American Folk/Rock music. Defying industry labels, they melded country, folk, easy listening and rock ‘n’ roll, creating a sound uniquely their own, helping to define a generation and forever changing the landscape of contemporary music. One of the few surviving bands of their genre, Firefall has remained true to the founding vision throughout the band’s 30 year history. Firefall saturated the air waves with a string of Top 20 hits, earning two platinum and three gold records for their efforts. Their dynamic live performances gained them a huge and loyal fan base – one that continues to grow even now. In their current live shows, the band both nurtures and expands on their distinctive melodic sound.

Country rockers Pure Prairie League took their name from an obscure 19th century Temperance Union mentioned in the 1939 film, “Dodge City.” But this distinctly American band, with it’s 50 year career and long line of top hits, escaped obscurity long ago. Although fan favorites right out of the gate, it took a number of years before PPL, formed by vocalist/guitar player Craig Fuller, had their first hit. They couldn’t have picked a better way to start, and “AIMEE” not only put PPL on the map, but went on to become perhaps the most well known and beloved country rock song of all time. Whether they are “Pickin To Beat The Devil,” or taking you riding down a “Two Lane Highway,” PPL is a sure fire good evening out.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Festivals, Expos, and Parades Music Concerts
Aug
12
Sat
Pierce County Fair @ Frontier Park
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Aug 12 @ 10:00 am – 9:30 pm

Come Experience the Magic at the 2023 Pierce County Fair in Graham! Food, Fun, and Entertainment for all ages. Gotta Go To Graham!

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Food & Beverage Kids Music Concerts
July – August 2023 Jul – Aug 2023