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.

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Hey Singers!  7:00 pm
Hey Singers! 
May 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Hey Singers! 
Tickets
Hey, Singers, be our guest to explore Tacoma’s largest a capella chorus in the barbershop style at 7 pm, every Tuesday. Join us at 602 N. Orchard. tacomavocalstandard@gmail.com or Facebook: TacomaVocalStandard
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Tacoma Farmer Market – Broadway 10:00 am
Tacoma Farmer Market – Broadway @ Tacoma Farmers Market - Broadway
May 4 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tickets
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 –[...]
New Washington State Poet Laureate: Passing of the Laurel to Arianne True 7:00 pm
New Washington State Poet Laureate: Passing of the Laurel to Arianne True @ Washington State History Museum
May 4 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Tickets
Join us on May 4 in Tacoma as we welcome the new Washington State Poet Laureate. Current Laureate Rena Priest will “pass the laurel” to the new Laureate Arianne True. Poets from around the state[...]
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 4 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
SIGNIFICANT OTHER-Pay What You Can Night! 7:30 pm
SIGNIFICANT OTHER-Pay What You Can Night! @ Tacoma Little Theatre
May 4 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
What happens when all of your friends get married and you’re still alone? Jordan Berman would love to be in love, but that’s easier said than done. So until he meets Mr. Right, he wards[...]
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Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 5 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
SIGNIFICANT OTHER 7:30 pm
SIGNIFICANT OTHER @ Tacoma Little Theatre
May 5 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
What happens when all of your friends get married and you’re still alone? Jordan Berman would love to be in love, but that’s easier said than done. So until he meets Mr. Right, he wards[...]
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Hunger Walk 5K 8:00 am
Hunger Walk 5K @ Fort Steilacoom Park
May 6 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Tickets
The Hunger Walk is an annual opportunity for community members to Support Emergency Food Network’s mission of providing food to our neighbors in need “so that no person goes hungry.” The 2023 Hunger Walk will[...]
Open Sesame- Community Art Event 10:00 am
Open Sesame- Community Art Event @ Alma Tacoma
May 6 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Tickets
What is Open Sesame? Open Sesame is a day to connect. Come early to sip and shop small businesses and creators. Stick around for Live Performances/Readings beginning at Noon. Doors open at 10 and although[...]
Pottery Studio Sale! 11:00 am
Pottery Studio Sale! @ Juniper Clay Studios
May 6 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tickets
Three of your favorite local potters are having a sale! Great for mother’s day gifts… 622 North Cushman Ave Saturday, May 6 11:00 – 2:00 Rain or Shine Downing Pottery: https://www.instagram.com/downingpottery/ ModHOME Ceramics: https://www.instagram.com/modhome.ceramics/ Juniper[...]
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 6 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
SIGNIFICANT OTHER 7:30 pm
SIGNIFICANT OTHER @ Tacoma Little Theatre
May 6 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
What happens when all of your friends get married and you’re still alone? Jordan Berman would love to be in love, but that’s easier said than done. So until he meets Mr. Right, he wards[...]
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Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 2:00 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 7 @ 2:00 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
SIGNIFICANT OTHER – ALS interpreted Performance 2:00 pm
SIGNIFICANT OTHER – ALS interpreted Performance @ Tacoma Little Theatre
May 7 @ 2:00 pm
Tickets
What happens when all of your friends get married and you’re still alone? Jordan Berman would love to be in love, but that’s easier said than done. So until he meets Mr. Right, he wards[...]
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Hey Singers!  7:00 pm
Hey Singers! 
May 9 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Hey Singers! 
Tickets
Hey, Singers, be our guest to explore Tacoma’s largest a capella chorus in the barbershop style at 7 pm, every Tuesday. Join us at 602 N. Orchard. tacomavocalstandard@gmail.com or Facebook: TacomaVocalStandard
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Tacoma Farmer Market – Broadway 10:00 am
Tacoma Farmer Market – Broadway @ Tacoma Farmers Market - Broadway
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tickets
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 –[...]
Foster Parent Alliance of WA State Golf Tournament 1:00 pm
Foster Parent Alliance of WA State Golf Tournament @ Trophy Lake Golf
May 11 @ 1:00 pm
Tickets
Enjoy a Wonderland Day of Golf! Spend the day with people entirely bonkers! I’ll tell you a secret… All the best people are! We invite all golfers who would like to support parents to make[...]
STILL: A Poetic Journey of Two Women 7:30 pm
STILL: A Poetic Journey of Two Women @ Washington State History Museum
May 11 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Tickets
See additional dates and times online at Tacoma Arts Live. Emily Dickinson and Dr. Maya Angelou – what connects these two incredible women poets and where do their unique sparks diverge? This newly devised play[...]
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Hilarious on the Hill 7:00 pm
Hilarious on the Hill @ Broken Spoke Bar and Barbershop
May 12 @ 7:00 pm
Tickets
Join us on May 12th at 7:00 pm for an unforgettable night of comedy presented by The Hilarious Underground! Hosted by Chandler Noble Hatch, featuring Quinn Fitzgerald, and headlining the amazing Lynette Manning! This is[...]
Rainier Ringers Handbell Concert 7:00 pm
Rainier Ringers Handbell Concert @ Puyallup United Methodist Church
May 12 @ 7:00 pm
Tickets
Spring 2023 Concert: Movements of Love This Spring, love is in the air! Join the Rainier Ringers for our musical movements of love. Featuring the musical movements: Dreaming of You, Seeking Perfection, and Believe. Enjoy[...]
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 12 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
The Lalas Burlesque at Emerald Queen Casino 8:30 pm
The Lalas Burlesque at Emerald Queen Casino @ Emerald Queen Casino
May 12 @ 8:30 pm – 9:45 pm
Tickets
The Lalas show is equally hilarious and sexy and will have you at the edge of your seat, jaw dropped, and hootin’ and hollerin’ like you’ve never thought possible. Perfect for date night, girls’ night[...]
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Rainier Ringers Handbell Concert 3:00 pm
Rainier Ringers Handbell Concert @ Lacey Presbyterian Church
May 13 @ 3:00 pm
Tickets
Spring 2023 Concert: Movements of Love This Spring, love is in the air! Join the Rainier Ringers for our musical movements of love. Featuring the musical movements: Dreaming of You, Seeking Perfection, and Believe. Enjoy[...]
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 13 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
Symphony Tacoma: Blues, Tangos & Rhapsodies 7:30 pm
Symphony Tacoma: Blues, Tangos & Rhapsodies @ Pantages Theater
May 13 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Claudio Constantini: Concerto for Bandoneon & Orchestra Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue Price: Ethiopia’s Shadow in America Gershwin: American in Paris GLOBAL MELANGE: Multi-instrumentalist and composer Claudio Constantini will share his unique style that fuses classical,[...]
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Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 2:00 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 14 @ 2:00 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
The Guess Who 7:30 pm
The Guess Who @ Pantages Theater
May 14 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Tickets
The Guess Who is a group that’s connected with the masses throughout an exultant hit parade including “These Eyes,” “Clap For the Wolfman,” “Hand Me Down World,” “No Time,” “Star Baby,” and “Share the Land.”[...]
The Guess Who 7:30 pm
The Guess Who @ Pantages Theater
May 14 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
The Guess Who, a group that’s connected with the masses throughout a exultant hit parade spanning 14 Top 40 hits, including “These Eyes,” “Clap For the Wolfman,” “Hand Me Down World,” “No Time,” “Star Baby”[...]
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Hey Singers!  7:00 pm
Hey Singers! 
May 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Hey Singers! 
Tickets
Hey, Singers, be our guest to explore Tacoma’s largest a capella chorus in the barbershop style at 7 pm, every Tuesday. Join us at 602 N. Orchard. tacomavocalstandard@gmail.com or Facebook: TacomaVocalStandard
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Tacoma Farmer Market – Broadway 10:00 am
Tacoma Farmer Market – Broadway @ Tacoma Farmers Market - Broadway
May 18 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tickets
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 –[...]
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 18 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
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Rainier Ringers Handbell Concert 7:00 pm
Rainier Ringers Handbell Concert @ Spirit of Life Lutheran Church
May 19 @ 7:00 pm
Tickets
Spring 2023 Concert: Movements of Love This Spring, love is in the air! Join the Rainier Ringers for our musical movements of love. Featuring the musical movements: Dreaming of You, Seeking Perfection, and Believe. Enjoy[...]
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 19 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
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Hope Vision Foundation Gig Harbor Vision Fair 9:00 am
Hope Vision Foundation Gig Harbor Vision Fair @ Ocean5
May 20 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tickets
Are you adjusting to vision loss or caring for someone who with low vision? Join us for a day of community, inspiration and resources in Gig Harbor. This free event will provide opportunities to be[...]
Lacey Spring Fun Fair 10:00 am
Lacey Spring Fun Fair @ Saint Martin's University
May 20 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tickets
The Lacey Spring Fun Fair has provided FREE activities and entertainment for thousands since 1988! Join us this year for wild rides, live performances, vendors, and delicious food concessions! Saturday May 20, 10am – 6pm[...]
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 20 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
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Lacey Spring Fun Fair 11:00 am
Lacey Spring Fun Fair @ Saint Martin's University
May 21 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tickets
The Lacey Spring Fun Fair has provided FREE activities and entertainment for thousands since 1988! Join us this year for wild rides, live performances, vendors, and delicious food concessions! Saturday May 20, 10am – 6pm[...]
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 2:00 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 21 @ 2:00 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
Rainier Ringers Handbell Concert 3:00 pm
Rainier Ringers Handbell Concert @ First Lutheran Church of Tacoma
May 21 @ 3:00 pm
Tickets
Spring 2023 Concert: Movements of Love This Spring, love is in the air! Join the Rainier Ringers for our musical movements of love. Featuring the musical movements: Dreaming of You, Seeking Perfection, and Believe. Enjoy[...]
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Bubble Wrap Comedy presents Cheri’s Unmentionables 7:30 pm
Bubble Wrap Comedy presents Cheri’s Unmentionables @ Odd Otter Brewing Co
May 22 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Tickets
Cheri’s Unmentionables is risque comedy with a game show twist. Enjoy the shenanigans as comedians have to spin the wheel of consequences.
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Hey Singers!  7:00 pm
Hey Singers! 
May 23 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Hey Singers! 
Tickets
Hey, Singers, be our guest to explore Tacoma’s largest a capella chorus in the barbershop style at 7 pm, every Tuesday. Join us at 602 N. Orchard. tacomavocalstandard@gmail.com or Facebook: TacomaVocalStandard
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Tacoma Farmer Market – Broadway 10:00 am
Tacoma Farmer Market – Broadway @ Tacoma Farmers Market - Broadway
May 25 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tickets
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 –[...]
State of the Urban Forest 7:00 pm
State of the Urban Forest @ University of Washington - Tacoma
May 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Tickets
Join us for a special in-person conversation focused on tree canopy and climate connections in Tacoma. Kristi Lynett, City of Tacoma Sustainability Officer for the City of Tacoma, will discuss the impact that climate change[...]
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Tiki Tacoma and Hula-Billy Weekender 7:00 pm
Tiki Tacoma and Hula-Billy Weekender @ Bob's Java Jive
May 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Tickets
Kick-off Tiki Tacoma Weekender with Lushy LIVE at the Java Jive, a fun and quirky neo-lounge band playing exotica music of the ’60’s and beyond. Part of Tiki Tacoma and Hula BIlly Weekender with Billy[...]
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 26 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
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Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 7:30 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 27 @ 7:30 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
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Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron 2:00 pm
Love, Loss, & What I Wore by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron @ Lakewood Playhouse
May 28 @ 2:00 pm
Tickets
Written by Nora and Delia Ephron based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss is a series of monologues about women’s relationships and wardrobes and, at times, the interaction[...]
Puyallup Memorial Day Remembrance Program 2:00 pm
Puyallup Memorial Day Remembrance Program @ Pavilion in Pioneer Park, Puyallup
May 28 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Tickets
Puyallup’s annual Memorial Day Remembrance Program in the Pioneer Park Pavilion. Free, ample parking, and for all ages. Performance by the Clan Gordon Pipe Band. The guest speaker is Michelle Black, a Gold Star Widow,[...]
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16th Annual Memorial Day Observance 11:00 am
16th Annual Memorial Day Observance @ War Memorial Park
May 29 @ 11:00 am
Tickets
Each year on Memorial Day, Tacoma Historical Society sponsors a service at War Memorial Park. 2023 marks our 16th annual event. The event is free and all are welcome to attend. This year we will[...]
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Hey Singers!  7:00 pm
Hey Singers! 
May 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Hey Singers! 
Tickets
Hey, Singers, be our guest to explore Tacoma’s largest a capella chorus in the barbershop style at 7 pm, every Tuesday. Join us at 602 N. Orchard. tacomavocalstandard@gmail.com or Facebook: TacomaVocalStandard
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