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Miss Holmes Returns
Centerstage Theatre 3200 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA, United StatesMiss Holmes Returns Written by Christopher Walsh Directed by Alyson Soma A young woman is on the run, wanted for murder. The dead man’s ties to a shadowy criminal underworld have brought the case to the attention of Sherlock and Watson, who are pursuing a mastermind known only as The Professor. Sherlock has been asked ...
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Magic Curtain Mornings: THE PUMPKIN LANTERN
Olympia Family Theater 612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin us for a sweet and silly morning of live theater made just for little ones! Whether it’s your child’s first theater experience or a favorite tradition, we welcome you to come be part of the magic! For toddler's, preschoolers and beyond! This new, original story by OFT is an interactive theater experience created especially ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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The Brotherhood Takes Flight Season Opener
The Brotherhood Lounge 119 Capitol Way N, OlympiaYour favorite local aerial extravaganza is baaaaack for the season! Come get wowed by our season opener Sunday, October 5th!! Sirens, knotty acts, everything you need to get ready for this sparkly spidery time. Doors at 4, show at 5, at the Brotherhood Lounge (119 Capitol Way N.) Come early to get a seat! $15 ...
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The Capitol Fools
Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesThe Capitol Fools hold up a mirror to our crazy political culture, providing hilarious song parodies and foolish reflections that inspire belly-laughter as both sides of the aisle get skewered. Cast members from past seasons of the Capitol Steps perform all the beloved bits, the mind-boggling backward talking spoonerisms, break-neck costume changes, over-the-top impressions, and ...
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OCTOBER Free Range Drag and Variety Show
cryptatropa bar 421 4th Ave R, Olympia🎭✨ FREE RANGE DRAG is back with another wild night of drag & variety magic! ✨🎭 Join us Friday, October 10th, 2025 at The Crypt for an unforgettable evening hosted by Vanessa The Witch 🧙♀️ @vanessathewitch 🔥 Featuring performances by: 🌙 Luna DeLyte @lunadelyte 🧜🏾♀️ Dulce @dulce_djour 🌿 THC Daddi @em._k._ 🪝 The Burley Barnacles ...
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Trashy Annie Performs at Wild Child
Wild Child 414 4th Ave E, Olympia, OlympiaRock n Roll’s hottest new artist Trashy Annie, or known to many as Annie Davis from CBS’ Survivor Season 49 is bringing her band to the Wild Child in Olympia for an unforgettable glittery experience. The Austin based band will debut their newest album “Let It Kill You” (available October 31) and some fan favorites ...
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CLUE: On Stage at Timberline High School
Timberline High School Theatre 6120 Mullen Rd SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesWho did it? Where? And with what? Timberline’s annual fall production of CLUE On Stage is currently in production, and tickets are available now! You won’t want to miss this witty mystery, based on the iconic board game and 1985 cult classic film.
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SYNERGY Fashion Show
The Olympia BallroomHaven House & Jiovani Cervantes Presents: Synergy, Olympia's first all-ages runway and benefit show experience that celebrates fashion, community, and entrepreneurship, while giving back to those in need. This event isn’t just about style, it’s about heart. Not only are we highlighting and boosting PNW creatives, but we're also partnering with Haven House in Olympia, ...
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Seattle Pro Musica: “Northern Lights” in Olympia
St. John | San Juan Epsicopal Church 19th and Capitol Way, OlympiaPlease join Seattle Pro Musica for its highly anticipated annual appearance at the St. John | San Juan Episcopal Church concert series. The award-winning choral ensemble will treat concert-goers to its Northern Lights performance, inspired by the otherworldly beauty of the aurora borealis. From medieval chant and traditional carols to dazzling works by Arvo Pärt, Ola ...
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The Great Bend Chorale in Concert: The Road Less Traveled
Olympia First United Methodist Church 1224 Legion Way SE, Olympia, WATake a musical journey through the American spirit with two beloved masterworks that celebrate the poetry, humor, and heart of a nation still discovering itself. Randall Thompson’s Frostiana sets the evocative verse of Robert Frost to music of luminous warmth and clarity. Paired with this is Aaron Copland’s iconic Old American Songs, a vibrant set of folk melodies arranged with Copland’s ...
$22