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LoveOly Music in the Park 2026
Sylvester Park, 615 Washington Street, Olympia, WA 98501 615 Washington St SE, Olympia +1 moreThe Olympia Downtown Alliance is excited to bring back Music in the Park, presented by Olympia Federal Savings, a beloved summer tradition featuring live, local music in beautiful downtown settings. Join us for four Wednesdays of free outdoor concerts at Sylvester Park and Port Plaza. Whether you're dancing with friends or relaxing on a picnic ...
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Fast Friends – Friendship Game Show
TC MEDIA STUDIOS 440 Yauger Way SW, Olympia, WA, Olympia, WA, United StatesA comedy adventure where you can make a new pal, hash out beef with an existing buddy (real or made up!)! What the funishment?! Win a photoshoot!!!? Like to make a new friend? Have a conflict (real, made up, from the past that hasn't been resolved and you'd like to act it out with a ...
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Tales Told in Ten: OFT’S 24 hour play Festival!
Olympia Family Theater 612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United StatesA company of local actors come together to write, direct, and perform in 6 original one acts in just 24 hours! What happens when writers, actors, directors, designers, technicians, and stage managers have just 24 hours to create six brand new plays from scratch? You get Tales Told in Ten Olympia Family Theater’s annual 24 Hour Play ...
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Author Talk with Dr. Suzanne Crawford O’Brien: Climate Anxiety and Spiritual Resilience
Orca Books Co-op 315 5th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesDr. Suzanne Crawford O'Brien is a professor of religion at Pacific Lutheran University and sits on the board of South Puget Sound Salmon Enhancement Group. We will be discussing how to build resilience by grounding in the relationships that sustain us and working to heal the watersheds upon which we depend. Proceeds from book sales ...
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Nocturnal – Artist Reception
Childhood's End Gallery 222 4th Ave W, OlympiaNocturnal Sept 25 - Nov 15, 2026 Inspired by the world that emerges after the light fades, Childhood’s End Gallery presents “Nocturnal” featuring new paintings by Liza Brenner and Jonathan Happ, alongside mixed media sculpture by Loralin Toney. Arts Walk Reception: Oct 2nd 5-9pm Arts Walk continues Oct 3rd 12-6pm FREE Childhood’s ...
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Lacey Children’s Day
Huntamer Park 618 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesCelebrate Children’s Day with Lacey Parks, Culture & Recreation! This free, family-friendly event takes over Huntamer Park with a day of fun inspired by this year’s Mythical Creatures theme. Kids can explore activity booths, shop creations from young local makers at the Children’s Market, dance inside the Dance Dome, take on the obstacle course and ...
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Holiday Gift Gallery
119 119 Washington Street NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesCelebrate the season at the Holiday Gift Gallery, a welcoming showcase of locally made art and one-of-a-kind handmade gifts from Olympia-area artists. Sponsored by Arts Olympia, the gallery will be open Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m., November 13 through December 19. Visitors can explore a festive selection of 2D and 3D artwork, ...
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Tellebration, a Storytelling Presentation!
Traditions Fair Trade Cafe 300 5th Ave SW, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin us for an evening of captivating tales featuring local storytellers from the South Sound Story Guild. This community favorite features a wide array of stories to touch your heart and spark imagination. All ages welcome. The concert begins at 7:00 PM. Enjoy dinner at Soul Cafe at Traditions, the Cafe will be serving dinner ...
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