Welcome to our community calendar of arts events — the best arts calendar in the South Sound! OLY ARTS does not charge for posting arts events. Events are submitted by organizations and community members and published at OLY ARTS’ discretion. Events are not sponsored or endorsed by OLY ARTS. Please do not upload images or files larger than 1 MB. Please only post once, and your event is sent to the OLY ARTS’ Editor for review and approval.
Calendar of Events
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Olympia area artists display their work! We will have art by more than a dozen artists, ranging from paintings, collage, prints, wire and metal art. Come see us!
Free
The Puget Sound Book Artists (PSBA) is proud to announce the 14th Annual Members’ Exhibition, Field Work, featuring 57 original artists’ books. The exhibition will be on view at the Daniel J. Evans Library at The Evergreen State College in Olympia from September 20 to December 12, 2025. The exhibition is free and open to the public ...
Free
Miss 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 ...
$19 – $40
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🤣😂COMEDY JAM WEEKEND😂🤣 Fri Nov 7th & Sat Nov 8th - 12 HEADLINERS Ricardo's Kitchen and Bar, Lacey, WA see six top comics each night single night or weekend tickets available. Friday Nov 7th - Jess Everett is based out of Tacoma Washington. Top Finalist in the 2024 Seattle International Comedy Competition. Winner of Tacoma ...
$23
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Fusing Bruno Mars caliber stage presence with top-tier vocals and wall-to-wall choreography, the men of UPTOWN combine the smooth stylings of R&B with the fresh hits of today in a unique and modern show that gets every crowd on their feet! Born in New York City (the epicenter of contemporary pop and soul music), the ... |
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Who 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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Haven 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, ...
$20
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Smarthouse Creative and Melinda Raebyne Films/Sui Productions, in partnership with the Grand Cinema are proud to announce the launch of Tacoma Filmmaker Conversations, a new series designed to bring together filmmakers, artists, creators, and industry professionals from across the South Sound. This inaugural event offers a space to connect, collaborate, and explore the issues shaping our region’s creative landscape. ...
Free
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2 events,
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The 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, ... |
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Please 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 ...
$20
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Take 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
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2 events,
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Meet the glass artists of the Hilltop Artists Exhibition, on display in the TCC art gallery through Dec. 19. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event. The Gallery is Building 4 at Tacoma Community College. Visitor parking is available in Lot G.
Free
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3 events,
For five unforgettable seasons, Harlequin’s A Christmas Carol has captured the hearts of audiences across the South Sound. Now, in our 5th anniversary production, we invite you to rediscover Dickens’ timeless tale of hope, redemption, and the true spirit of the season. Whether it’s your first visit or a return to a beloved tradition, this year promises ...
$43 – $62
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South Sound Story Guild promotes the ancient art of oral storytelling, telling folktales and personal stories to experience the adventure, pause in wonder, and tickle your funny bone. Come join the community of story tellers and story listeners.
$10
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3 events,
Red Riding Hood: A Holiday Panto By Vince Brady Directed by Helen Marion-Rowe The perfect annual tradition returns this season with Red Riding Hood: a Holiday Panto! Turning everything topsy-turvy with new songs and old jokes, our very own spin on the story of a gal and her scarlet cloak will be a highlight of ...
$21 – $47
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Join Aidan Key, founder of TransFamilies, and Ren Cedar Fuller, TransFamilies parent facilitator, for a conversation about helping trans children thrive. Aidan’s book Trans Children in Today's Schools was featured on NPR’s Fresh Air. Ren’s essay collection, Bigger, explores raising a gender-diverse child. Aidan Key, founder of Gender Diversity, is a national consultant for school districts, sports organizations, ...
free
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4 events,
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The 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.
$40 – $72
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Experience the magic of the season with two of music's most beloved voices in an unforgettable evening of holiday favorites and chart-topping hits! |