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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Craftopia: Crochet Crash Course
12:00 pm
Craftopia: Crochet Crash Course
@ Craftopia
Jul 1 @ 12:00 pm
Learn to crochet in two hours? Yes please! In this beginner course, we will go over the basic tools and supplies needed to crochet, learn the terminology, and explore some of the stitches you can[...]
Craftopia: Slime Time class
12:00 pm
Craftopia: Slime Time class
@ Craftopia
Jul 1 @ 12:00 pm
Be a mad scientist in your very own slime lab! Create this wonderfully fun ooey gooey creation and add your own colors and decorations for something out-of-this-world! $5/slime scientist. All ages and family friendly (children[...]
Craftopia: Crochet in the Round class
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Crochet in the Round class
@ Craftopia
Jul 1 @ 2:00 pm
Ready to take your crochet to the next level? In this class we will focus specifically on how to crochet flat circles. Crocheters will learn how to make a magic circle and perform necessary increases[...]
Craftopia: Shrinky Dink Fun!
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Shrinky Dink Fun!
@ Craftopia
Jul 1 @ 2:00 pm
Enjoy marveling at the miniature art you can make with shrinky dinks! We will play with stamps, paints and markers to create unique pieces, then pop them in the oven and watch them shrink! Your[...]
Craftopia: Confetti Candles class
4:00 pm
Craftopia: Confetti Candles class
@ Craftopia
Jul 1 @ 4:00 pm
Time to get messy and play with hot wax on a table! These confetti candles are super fun and crazy cool. Make a variety of colors of wax bits, add some bling and glitter, then[...]
Craftopia: Fairy Jars class
4:30 pm
Craftopia: Fairy Jars class
@ Craftopia
Jul 1 @ 4:30 pm
In this workshop we will create your very own “fairy jar”. We will have a variety of themes and so your imagination can run wild as you create a glowing home for one creature or[...]
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Craftopia: Papermaking class
12:00 pm
Craftopia: Papermaking class
@ Craftopia
Jul 2 @ 12:00 pm
Join us for a family-friendly, fun class making your very own paper! Learn about the process and make sheets of your very own paper to take home. You’ll be able to play with color, decorations,[...]
Craftopia: Felted Gnome class
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Felted Gnome class
@ Craftopia
Jul 2 @ 2:00 pm
Make this adorable felted gnome wall hanging. 2D felting (also known as felt painting) is a great way to learn about needle felting and get some practice before moving on to more complicated items. Draw,[...]
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Craftopia: Macrame Hanging Plant Holder class
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Macrame Hanging Plant Holder class
@ Craftopia
Jul 3 @ 2:00 pm
See what you can create with just a couple of pieces of rope! Learn some basic knots and choose from different patterns to make your own plant hanger. Bring your own pot from home or[...]
Craftopia: Origami Kusudama Flower Ball class
4:00 pm
Craftopia: Origami Kusudama Flower Ball class
@ Craftopia
Jul 3 @ 4:00 pm
Learn to make your very own origami Kusudama Flower ball. These beautiful balls look very complicated and impressive, but are actually quite easy to fold. Learners will be able to choose from a variety of[...]
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34th Annual Four on the Fourth
9:00 am
Hey Singers!
7:00 pm
Hey Singers!
Jul 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
 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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Craftopia: Button Painting class
4:00 pm
Craftopia: Button Painting class
@ Craftopia
Jul 6 @ 4:00 pm
Try your hand at stacking buttons to make cute pictures! Technically not “painting” but a fun mixed media way to create new art. Choose from several animal themed images, or create your own from scratch.[...]
Craftopia: Tula Cuff Bracelets class
5:00 pm
Craftopia: Tula Cuff Bracelets class
@ Craftopia
Jul 6 @ 5:00 pm
Tula beads are fun and very in fashion right now. In this class we will use memory wire and Tula beads to create a cuff uniquely your own. Open to ages 14+ (younger children may[...]
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Craftopia: Fiberholics Anonymous meet up
5:00 pm
Craftopia: Fiberholics Anonymous meet up
@ Craftopia
Jul 7 @ 5:00 pm
Do you love yarn? Is your embroidery thread collection of epic proportions? Are hooks, needles, and looms filling your space? Then this is the place for you! Join us once a month for a fiber-lover[...]
Craftopia: Earrings 101 class
5:30 pm
Craftopia: Earrings 101 class
@ Craftopia
Jul 7 @ 5:30 pm
Master Crafter Darcy Jones will be teaching this fabulous class all about how to make earrings. Crafters will learn the various techniques to make stunning jewelry and will get to pick out their own jewels[...]
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Craftopia: Beginning Weaving class
12:00 pm
Craftopia: Beginning Weaving class
@ Craftopia
Jul 8 @ 12:00 pm
In this class, learn the basic techniques of weaving to create your own wall hanging. Choose from a variety of colors, materials, and styles of yarn and rope to make your very own hanging art[...]
Summer Sips
12:00 pm
Craftopia: Soap Making class
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Soap Making class
@ Craftopia
Jul 8 @ 2:00 pm
Have you ever wondered how to make soap from scratch? Well, now is your chance to learn about cold-pressed soap! This 90-minute class will start with a demonstration of making a soap base using various[...]
Craftopia: String Art class
4:00 pm
Craftopia: String Art class
@ Craftopia
Jul 8 @ 4:00 pm
Make your very own string art creation! Learners will get the chance to choose from several different basic string art shapes, will pick their base and learn how to create their frame, then will wrap[...]
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Craftopia: Precious Stone Coil Bracelet class
3:00 pm
Craftopia: Precious Stone Coil Bracelet class
@ Craftopia
Jul 9 @ 3:00 pm
Spend the evening planning and playing with a mix of stone, glass and metal to create these amazing coil bracelets. Using memory coil, you’ll learn how to design and create your own unique bracelet. Recommended[...]
Craftopia: Beginners Embroidery class
5:30 pm
Craftopia: Beginners Embroidery class
@ Craftopia
Jul 9 @ 5:30 pm
Join Darcy as she teaches the most commonly used embroidery stitches. In this class you will learn about the tools and materials needed to create your own sampler piece. Choose your own colors and follow[...]
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Craftopia: Scrapbook Basics
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Scrapbook Basics
@ Craftopia
Jul 10 @ 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[...]
Craftopia: Quilled Cards class
4:30 pm
Craftopia: Quilled Cards class
@ Craftopia
Jul 10 @ 4:30 pm
Try your hand at the ancient art of rolling paper. We’ll discuss tools of the trade and learn several rolling techniques before being set loose to make your very own quilled creation. Each month we[...]
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Hey Singers!
7:00 pm
Hey Singers!
Jul 11 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
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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Craftopia: Origami Star class
4:30 pm
Craftopia: Origami Star class
@ Craftopia
Jul 13 @ 4:30 pm
Learn to make your very own origami star. These beautiful stars look very complicated and impressive, but are actually quite easy to fold (though assembly may get you seeing stars!). Learners will be able to[...]
Craftopia: Tassel Earrings class
5:00 pm
Craftopia: Tassel Earrings class
@ Craftopia
Jul 13 @ 5:00 pm
Embroidery floss is so versatile and the color choices are amazing. In this class, you will get to choose from TONS of different colors and textures of embroidery thread and use it to create tassels[...]
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Craftopia: Crochet 2.0 class
5:30 pm
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[...]
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Craftopia: Painted Fans class
12:00 pm
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[...]
Craftopia: Free Family Craft Night
3:00 pm
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[...]
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Craftopia: Hooker Happy Hour meet up
1:00 pm
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[...]
Craftopia: Mosaic Tile Rocks class
4:00 pm
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[...]
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Craftopia: Scrapbook Basics
2:00 pm
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[...]
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Hey Singers!
7:00 pm
Hey Singers!
Jul 18 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
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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Craftopia: Pressed Flower Bookmarks class
4:30 pm
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[...]
Craftopia: Beading Happy Hour meet up
5:00 pm
Craftopia: Beading Happy Hour meet up
@ Craftopia
Jul 20 @ 5:00 pm
Calling all lovers of beads! Come hang out the fourth Thursday of every month from 5-7pm with other like-minded lover of the bling. Bring your latest beading project for some good conversation, light refreshments, and[...]
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Craftopia: Pom Pom Wall Art class
5:30 pm
Craftopia: Pom Pom Wall Art class
@ Craftopia
Jul 21 @ 5:30 pm
Stunningly simple! A pom pom wall hanging is sure to be a conversation piece, but is so easy to make. Come learn how to make your own pompoms and create something wonderful and unique for[...]
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Craftopia: Star Trek Combadge String Art class
12:00 pm
Craftopia: Star Trek Combadge String Art class
@ Craftopia
Jul 22 @ 12:00 pm
RED ALERT! Where are my Trekkies at? Let’s boldly go where no string art has gone before and make a truly unique string art combadge. Learners will be able to choose which style of combadge[...]
Craftopia: Candlemaking class
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Candlemaking class
@ Craftopia
Jul 22 @ 2:00 pm
Learn about wax, color and fragrance in this candlemaking class. We’ll go over the tools of the trade, what to (and what not to) do, and some helpful hints and tips to get you started[...]
Craftopia: Quilled Cards class
4:00 pm
Craftopia: Quilled Cards class
@ Craftopia
Jul 22 @ 4:00 pm
Try your hand at the ancient art of rolling paper. We’ll discuss tools of the trade and learn several rolling techniques before being set loose to make your very own quilled creation. Each month we[...]
Paranormal Cirque
9:30 pm
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Craftopia: Earrings 101 class
11:00 am
Craftopia: Earrings 101 class
@ Craftopia
Jul 23 @ 11:00 am
Master Crafter Darcy Jones will be teaching this fabulous class all about how to make earrings. Crafters will learn the various techniques to make stunning jewelry and will get to pick out their own jewels[...]
Craftopia: CaTi Plants class
1:30 pm
Craftopia: CaTi Plants class
@ Craftopia
Jul 23 @ 1:30 pm
These CaTi figures are super cute and fun to make. We provide the supplies and you can let your imagination run wild. You can paint the cat as well as the pot, chose to add[...]
Craftopia: Double Strand Freshwater Pearl Bracelet class
4:00 pm
Craftopia: Double Strand Freshwater Pearl Bracelet class
@ Craftopia
Jul 23 @ 4:00 pm
Nothing says “elegance” quite like pearls. In this class we will use fresh water pearls to create a double strand bracelet. Mix your colors and shapes then incorporate other stunning beads to make your very[...]
Paranormal Cirque
8:30 pm
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Craftopia: Scrapbook Basics
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Scrapbook Basics
@ Craftopia
Jul 24 @ 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[...]
Craftopia: Beginning Weaving class
4:30 pm
Craftopia: Beginning Weaving class
@ Craftopia
Jul 24 @ 4:30 pm
In this class, learn the basic techniques of weaving to create your own wall hanging. Choose from a variety of colors, materials, and styles of yarn and rope to make your very own hanging art[...]
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Hey Singers!
7:00 pm
Hey Singers!
Jul 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
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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Craftopia: Volunteer Packing Party
5:00 pm
Craftopia: Volunteer Packing Party
@ Craftopia
Jul 26 @ 5:00 pm
Join us once a month to help prepare and pack up craft kits. These kits are donated free of charge to the Tacoma Public Library and Pierce County Library systems. The libraries then distribute them[...]
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Craftopia: String Art class
4:30 pm
Craftopia: String Art class
@ Craftopia
Jul 27 @ 4:30 pm
Make your very own string art creation! Learners will get the chance to choose from several different basic string art shapes, will pick their base and learn how to create their frame, then will wrap[...]
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Craftopia: Wood Burning Open Studio
5:00 pm
Craftopia: Wood Burning Open Studio
@ Craftopia
Jul 28 @ 5:00 pm
It’s getting hot in here, so come and burn some wood. Our wood burning open studio session is relatively unstructured time to play around with our pyrography machines. We will start with a quick tutorial[...]
Craftopia: Dyed Silk Scarves class
5:30 pm
Craftopia: Dyed Silk Scarves class
@ Craftopia
Jul 28 @ 5:30 pm
Join local artist extraordinaire Payette Still of Payette’s Fine Art for a fabulous silk scarf dying class. Learn how to create basic abstract designs to dip your scarf in, making a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. All supplies[...]
Craftopia: Tassel Earrings class
5:30 pm
Craftopia: Tassel Earrings class
@ Craftopia
Jul 28 @ 5:30 pm
Embroidery floss is so versatile and the color choices are amazing. In this class, you will get to choose from TONS of different colors and textures of embroidery thread and use it to create tassels[...]
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Craftopia: Confetti Candles class
12:00 pm
Craftopia: Confetti Candles class
@ Craftopia
Jul 29 @ 12:00 pm
Time to get messy and play with hot wax on a table! These confetti candles are super fun and crazy cool. Make a variety of colors of wax bits, add some bling and glitter, then[...]
Craftopia: Macrame Yarn Wall Hanging class
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Macrame Yarn Wall Hanging class
@ Craftopia
Jul 29 @ 2:00 pm
Make this gorgeous macramé style wall hanging out of a wooden hoop and yarn! Super simple but sure to impress. Learners can choose their color of yarn and will learn a few variations to make[...]
Craftopia: Mosaic Tile Rocks class
4:00 pm
Craftopia: Mosaic Tile Rocks class
@ Craftopia
Jul 29 @ 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[...]
Tacoma Bon Odori Festival
4:00 pm
Tacoma Bon Odori Festival
@ Tacoma Buddhist Temple
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[...]
Craftopia: Beginners Embroidery class
5:00 pm
Craftopia: Beginners Embroidery class
@ Craftopia
Jul 29 @ 5:00 pm
Join Darcy as she teaches the most commonly used embroidery stitches. In this class you will learn about the tools and materials needed to create your own sampler piece. Choose your own colors and follow[...]
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Craftopia: Fairy Jars class
11:00 am
Craftopia: Fairy Jars class
@ Craftopia
Jul 30 @ 11:00 am
In this workshop we will create your very own “fairy jar”. We will have a variety of themes and so your imagination can run wild as you create a glowing home for one creature or[...]
Craftopia: Crescent Moon Wall Hanging class
12:00 pm
Craftopia: Crescent Moon Wall Hanging class
@ Craftopia
Jul 30 @ 12:00 pm
Create your own unique Crescent Moon Wall/Door Hanging. Learn how to form and wrap your moon from a traditional wreath frame. Choose from a variety of yarns and twines as your base, and add a[...]
Craftopia: Tula Cuff Bracelets class
1:30 pm
Craftopia: Tula Cuff Bracelets class
@ Craftopia
Jul 30 @ 1:30 pm
Tula beads are fun and very in fashion right now. In this class we will use memory wire and Tula beads to create a cuff uniquely your own. Open to ages 14+ (younger children may[...]
Craftopia: Soap Making class
2:00 pm
Craftopia: Soap Making class
@ Craftopia
Jul 30 @ 2:00 pm
Have you ever wondered how to make soap from scratch? Well, now is your chance to learn about cold-pressed soap! This 90-minute class will start with a demonstration of making a soap base using various[...]
Craftopia: Sun Catchers class
4:00 pm
Craftopia: Sun Catchers class
@ Craftopia
Jul 30 @ 4:00 pm
Ready for the sun? Help to catch it when it comes around with your very own suncatcher. Using crystal and glass beads, you can create your own piece of art. Recommended for ages 14+ $30[...]
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Craftopia: Pressed Flower Bookmarks class
4:30 pm
Craftopia: Pressed Flower Bookmarks class
@ Craftopia
Jul 31 @ 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[...]
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