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Music
The Mistaken at the Market
Olympia Farmer's Market 700 Capitol Way N, OlympiaThe Mistaken return to the Olympia Farmer's Market, Sept. 6 11am-2pm. Twang, blues, jazz, country, originals, folk and everything in-between.
MURDER and a Show – An interactive Murder Mystery Fundraiser at the Drive in theater.
Skyline Drive-In Movie Theater 182 SE Brewer Rd, Shelton, Shelton, WA, United StatesLucy is back with a Capital City Pride Fundraiser. The scene is set in Shelton’s, Skyline Drive in Theater. Movie goers can expect a quiet night at the movies *at first glance* Throughout the night you will experience Drag, Music and MURDER! It’s up to you to figure out which character was responsible in this ...
Lantern Lights the Library: Kendl Winter, Will Rainier, & Kota Dorris
Olympia Timberland Library 313 8th Ave SE, OlympiaEvery 2nd Friday we partner with Lantern Records to make local music free and accessible to people of all ages in a safe, fun environment. Sponsored by the Friends of the Olympia Library. This month's line-up: Kendl Winter (Olympia folk) https://kendlwinter.bandcamp.com/album/banjo-mantras Will Rainier (Seattle indie) https://willrainier.bandcamp.com/album/smoke-em-if-you-got-em Kota Dorris (Olympia folk) https://lakotadorrismusic.bandcamp.com/
StoryOly Grand Slam
Capitol Theater 206 5th Ave. SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesWhat: The 10th Annual StoryOly Grand Slam When: Saturday, September 20, 2025 Time: Door at 6pm Show at 7pm Where: Capitol Theater, 206 5th Ave. SE Olympia WA Tickets: $20 in advance at olympiafilmsociety.com or OFS box office. Pay What You Can at the door night of. Details: This is ...
Olympia Tree Hugging Fest 2025
Sylvester Park, 615 Washington Street, Olympia, WA 98501 615 Washington St SE, OlympiaCome celebrate our magical PNW trees at the 2025 Tree Hugging Fest! Listen to trees communicate through song--and change their tune when you hug them! Connect with yogis, storytellers, poets, and dancers as we come together in our tree-loving community! 12-2 Bird-nest building: Come see childrens' multimedia nest art and build a nest yourself!… Ancient Futures Pre-school 12-1 Vibrational ...
Steve and Kristi Nebel perform at Steilacoom Apple Squeeze Festival
While eating apple goodies, take time to listen to the music of Kristi and Steve Nebel, residents of Tacoma. They are an Americana/ Bluegrass group with country, folk, and pop oriented acoustic music. Alternating and playing with them all day will be Dave Harmonson, Seattle singer and musician known for similar genres, on acoustic and ...
Mariachi Herencia de México
Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesThe historic tradition of mariachi music has its roots of origin in cities such as Guadalajara and México City. As the ever-evolving genre's influence spread, it reached Chicago and birthed Mariachi Herencia de México. The 2x Latin GRAMMY®-nominated band has issued five chart-topping albums and has performed all across the North American continent paving the ...
Olympia Chamber Orchestra Presents: Reform
2707 Conger Ave NW Olympia, WA 2707 Conger Ave NW, OlympiaThe Olympia Chamber Orchestra presents a program centered on the spirit of reform and transformation—whether personal, spiritual, or societal. Schumann’s Manfred Overture channels the inner struggle and yearning for redemption of Lord Byron’s tragic hero. Mendelssohn’s Reformation Symphony celebrates spiritual renewal, weaving the chorale “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” into a triumphant vision of faith and unity. Aulin’s Mäster Olof Suite, drawn ...
SOGO Fall Concert
The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, OlympiaSOGO’s season opener promises an exciting mix of talent, tradition, and a few surprises. Featured guest and SOGO alumnus Henry Nordhorn returns to the stage with the Conservatory Orchestra and Brass Choir, performing works by Gershwin and Mozart on French horn. A graduate of the San Francisco Conservatory and now a member of the Spokane ...
Seattle International Comedy Competition
Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesThe competition heats up as the funniest finalists battle for a spot in the championship round! Join us for an electrifying evening of stand-up comedy featuring the cream of this year's talent pool. These semifinalists have already outperformed dozens of competitors and now face their toughest challenge yet. Each performer will have you laughing, thinking, ...
Reduced Shakespeare Company’s The Ultimate Christmas Show (Abridged)
Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesThe fruitcakes of the Reduced Shakespeare Company are coming to take you on an irreverent yet heartwarming trip through the holidays. It’s festive funny physical family fun as these Three Wise Guys send-up and celebrate your favorite winter holiday traditions. CONTENT ADVISORY: Contains comic depictions of violence, mild innuendo, bawdy language, and the occasional rude ...
Seymour’s Kids Club: Time Capsules!
Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave., TacomaSeymour’s Kids Club: Time Capsules! Saturday, January 3, 2026 – 10:30 to 11:30 AM Free with registration. Kick off the New Year with an interactive time capsule-making session led by the Washington State History Museum. Participants will have the chance to create their own capsule and should plan to bring one or two items they would ...