Calendar of events

Saturday mornings will be used to learn the game of bridge. Open to anyone new to the game, or others who may wish to refresh or deepen their knowledge.

Discover beautifully handcrafted items for all occasions. Free admission and some free parking. Please bring a can of food for the Food Bank. Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-4. Located behind The Lord Mansion in the “Coach House”.

Join the story time on October 10 for Tiny Tides! Families will then get the chance to meet touch tank ambassadors and help feed the tank animals.  The Estuarium's Tiny Tides Storytime …

Visit under the big top for a day filled with circus fun! live circus shows, activity booths with games and crafts, plus purchase some great food from an assortment of vendors including ice cream, cotton candy, hot dogs, and more!

Children’s Day is full of FREE fun for kids of all ages!

Join a fun-filled day of exploring beautiful handcrafted textiles at the Thurston County Fairgrounds.

Join the Olympia Weavers Guild for its Annual Show and Sale and explore our beautiful, handcrafted textiles.

Join the South Sound YMCA for free community events, open to the public. Community members may build relationships through gardening fun! Stop by one of the events below and join in fostering a community where everyone belongs. 

Visit the ASHHO Cultural Bazaar—a vibrant, uplifting event that brings together our community to celebrate the incredible talents of Black, Brown, Women, and LGBTQ+ artists and makers. With over 35 vendors, this is your chance to discover unique, handcrafted treasures like stunning jewelry, captivating artwork, soothing candles, and so much more!

South Sound Dance Access is offering free workshops during the Fall Arts Walk on October 5  all workshops will be held at the Olympia Center.

A young woman goes on a 1,700-mile trek across the deserts of West Australia with four camels and her faithful dog.

Sleater-Kinney returns to the Capitol Theater stage for a very special centennial performance!

Mark your calendars in October for a vibrant two-day celebration of community, culture, and the arts!

You are invited to join a month-long exploration into death, dying, loss, and living.

Olympia Family Theater announces its next MainStage adventure, The House At Pooh Corner.