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.

Nov
8
Fri
Breast Cancer Screening Event @ Franciscan Breast Center at St. Francis
Nov 8 all-day

Screening mammograms available for women 40-74 years of age. Uninsured or medically underserved are welcome.

Cost Insurance will be billed if you have it, with no out of pocket expense

MUST Register at 253-573-7320, option 3 to schedule an appointment time for the screening event. Walk-9ins will not be accepted.

Viernes, 17 de mayo
Viernes, 8 de noviembre

Se ofrecerán mamografías de detección a mujeres de entre 40
y 74 años de edad, que podrían no tener un seguro o que
podrían tener carencias médicas. Se le cobrará al seguro de
salud; usted no tendrá gastos de su bolsillo.

DEBE programar una cita para realizarse la mamografía;
no se realizarán sin cita previa. Por favor, llame al(253)
573-7320, opción 3, para recibir la hora de su cita y las
instrucciones correspondientes.

Franciscan Breast Center at St. Francis
34503 9th Avenue, Suite 320
Federal way, WA 98003

No se requiere una orden de remisión de un médico para una mamografía
de detección

Nov
9
Sat
INDULGE~a Sip & Savor Experience @ Gig Harbor Vintage Aero Museum
Nov 9 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
INDULGE~a Sip & Savor Experience @ Gig Harbor Vintage Aero Museum

Indulge, a Sip & Savor Experience, is the signature fundraiser to benefit the Gig Harbor Senior Center. Attendees will indulge in an evening of savory and sweet bites whipped up by local chefs, locally produced beverages, auctions, games, music and more! Join in making a difference for our community’s seniors.

Nov
16
Sat
The 22nd Annual Gayla: Sequins & Stardust @ Greater Tacoma Convention Center
Nov 16 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The 22nd Annual Gayla: Sequins & Stardust @ Greater Tacoma Convention Center

Gayla! is our biggest fundraiser of the year, featuring a live and silent auction. All funds raised go directly to the community through better resources, more events, and improved amenities at Rainbow Center for community use. Every dollar raised makes a difference to our work, and we want you to make that difference! Plus, we’ll provide entertainment, food, drinks, and dancing to close the night. Gayla! will be the party of the year, and you don’t want to miss it!

Dec
6
Fri
Festival of Trees Tinsel on the Town @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm
Festival of Trees Tinsel on the Town @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion

Every year, Mary Bridge Children’s Festival of Trees raises funds for critical programs and services, improving the health and well-being of children throughout Washington state. This year’s Festival of Trees theme, Magic Lives Here, will ring in 38 years of championing world-class pediatric health care. Tinsel on the Town includes pre-event live entertainment and raffle, auction, and an after-party with the Northwest’s favorite party band. Tickets include valet parking, hosted bar, dinner and dancing and are available to those 21 or older. Proceeds raised during Festival of Trees will help build the new MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital campus.

Dec
7
Sat
Festival of Trees Gala @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion
Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm
Festival of Trees Gala @ University of Puget Sound, Tennis Pavilion

Every year, Mary Bridge Children’s Festival of Trees raises funds for critical programs and services, improving the health and well-being of children throughout Washington state. This year’s Festival of Trees theme, Magic Lives Here, will ring in 38 years of championing world-class pediatric health care. The gala includes pre-event live entertainment and a raffles; Fund-A-Need and a live auction featuring 25 beautiful themed trees with unique experiences and items; and an after-party with with one of Western Washington’s premier Funk, R&B and Soul bands. Tickets include valet parking, hosted bar, dinner and dancing and are available to those 21 or older. Proceeds raised during Festival of Trees will help build the new MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital campus.

Jan
1
Wed
Polar Bear Plunge @ Point Defiance Marina Public Boat Launch
Jan 1 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Kick off the new year by plunging (or walking) into Puget Sound!

All ages welcome. Youth under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Costumes welcome but not required.  Shoes/foot protection highly recommended. For the safety of participants, life jackets will be available, and lifeguards will be stationed on the docks.

Food and drink available for purchase at the event:

  • Wandering Cowgirl Coffee
  • Dawg Eats Dogs 

    Sign up in advance to:

    • Choose a time slot between 10 am-2 pm. Options are available in half-hour increments.
    • Skip the registration line at the event!
Jan
13
Mon
Sumner Blood Drive @ Hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Jan 13 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sumner Blood Drive @ Hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Donate & Win a $3,000 digital gift card – Donate & Win – Bloodworks Northwest

Did you know only 3% of people give blood, yet it takes thousands of us donating every day to ensure blood is available for our community? This January, make a difference with Bloodworks and donate! As a thank you, you have a chance to win a $3,000 prepaid digital gift card!
Go to www.bloodworksnw.org/win to book an appointment near you and complete your online entry.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to commit to your next donation and set a goal to donate every time you’re eligible! Join Bloodworks in celebration of National Blood Donor Month!

It takes 1,000 donors a day to maintain a safe and reliable blood supply in the Pacific Northwest.

Jan
14
Tue
Sumner Blood Drive @ Hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Jan 14 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sumner Blood Drive @ Hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Donate & Win a $3,000 digital gift card – Donate & Win – Bloodworks Northwest

Did you know only 3% of people give blood, yet it takes thousands of us donating every day to ensure blood is available for our community? This January, make a difference with Bloodworks and donate! As a thank you, you have a chance to win a $3,000 prepaid digital gift card!
Go to www.bloodworksnw.org/win to book an appointment near you and complete your online entry.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to commit to your next donation and set a goal to donate every time you’re eligible! Join Bloodworks in celebration of National Blood Donor Month!

It takes 1,000 donors a day to maintain a safe and reliable blood supply in the Pacific Northwest.

Feb
19
Wed
Open House @ Rebuilding Hope Sexual Assault Center
Feb 19 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Open House @ Rebuilding Hope Sexual Assault Center

Stop by Rebuilding Hope’s new Hilltop headquarters to enjoy celebratory refreshments, tour the building, and learn about expanding healing services for victim-survivors.

Jul
4
Fri
36th Annual Four on the Fourth @ Steilacoom Town Hall
Jul 4 @ 9:00 am
36th Annual Four on the Fourth @ Steilacoom Town Hall

Street fair, parade, and fireworks will follow this event

Online registration closes on July 2nd at 11:59 PM

Registrations are accepted on the day of the event for an additional charge of $5

7:30 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up Opens

8:45 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up Closes

9:00 AM – Start of 4 Mile

9:05 AM – Start of 1 Mile Kids

 

Electronic Chip Timing

USATF Certified Course and Sanctioned Event

Scenic, mostly flat, road course travels out-and-back along the waterfront

Event shirts available for purchase during online registration until June 30th at 11:59 PM

For everyone’s safety, pets are not allowed on the course

Prizes are given to the most patriotic dressed

Awards are available immediately after finishing

Mile Awards:

Ribbons are given to top 3 in each gender and age group

Medals are given to 1st place overall male and female

Age Groups:

0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95-99, 100+

1 Mile Kids Awards:

Every kid receives a finisher ribbon and a small USA flag

This event provides funds to purchase shoes and uniforms for local youth runners, as well as provides a college scholarship for a graduating senior