What’s happening this weekend

There's likely an event coming up to suit anyone's interests -- for the environment, culture, and the arts.

Day of Caring, Friday, September 27, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Expect to see over 500 volunteers throughout the county wearing LIVE UNITED t-shirts working at project sites pulling weeds, painting buildings, and cleaning sidewalks. Days of Caring is about team building, giving back, and helping organizations in need and has become an event that shuts down offices as employees gather outside of work to make a difference together. Click this link for more details.

The House at Pooh Corner, September 27 – October 13
Olympia Family Theater announces its next MainStage adventure, The House At Pooh Corner, running September 27-October 13, 2024 at Olympia Family Theater in downtown Olympia. Join Christopher Robin and his friends – Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, Eeyore, and more – in this heartwarming adventure through the hundred-acre-wood. Click this link for more details.

35th Annual Nisqually Watershed Festival, Saturday, September 28, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Throughout this free, daylong festival, guests can explore and discover the wonders of the watershed through interactive exhibits, hands-on education activities, and a variety of performances and presenters. Click this link for more details.

3rd Annual Tumwater Falls Fest, Saturday, September 28
Join a day of celebrating the Tumwater Falls at Brewery Park. Enjoy the sounds of local musicians, children’s activities, and demonstrations. Shop a variety of local artists and indulge in local food options to fulfill your appetite. Click this link for more details.

National Alpaca Farm Days at La Vida Alpaca in Yelm, Weekend, September 28-29
Celebrate National Alpaca Farm Days at La Vida Alpaca in Yelm! Meet and feed the alpacas and see how we process their luxurious fiber into finished products at Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill. There will be crafts, face painting, and rope making. Click this link for more details.

Neighborhood Pet Store Day Celebration at Mud Bay, Weekend, September 28-29, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Stop by your favorite Mud Bay on Sept. 28 and 29 for Neighborhood Pet Store Day! Since 1988, Mud Bay has been connecting PNW pet owners with high-quality supplies and the best pet foods available. They are proud to be your neighborhood partner in caring for your pets, so mark your calendar and come celebrate with them! Click this link for more details.

1st Olympia Tree Hugging Competition, Sunday, September 29, 1-3 p.m.
This FREE community event is modeled after similar international events in Finland and Scotland. The Tree Hugging Competition comprises 3 juried events for kids and adults. Click this link for more details.