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  • Million Dollar Quartet

    Million Dollar Quartet
    State Theater 202 4th Avenue East, Olympia, WA, United States

    book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux original concept and direction by Floyd Mutrux inspired by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins directed by Emily A. Rollie December 4, 1956. Sun Records. One legendary night. When a twist of fate brings Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins into the same Memphis recording studio, music history is made. Inspired by the true story of that once-in-a-lifetime jam session, Million ...

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    $5 – $99

  • She Loves Me

    She Loves Me
    Centerstage Theatre 3200 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA, United States

    The original “it’s complicated.” Centerstage Presents  She Loves Me!   By JOE MASTEROFF, JERRY BOCK, AND SHELDON HARNICK Directed by Michelle Blackmon May 22 – June 14, 2026  Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sundays at 2:00pm FEDERAL WAY, WA—Anonymous letters and mistaken identities entwine with a gorgeous score and wonderful characters in this delightful, ...

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    $21 – $44

  • LoveOly Music in the Park 2026

    LoveOly Music in the Park 2026
    Sylvester Park, 615 Washington Street, Olympia, WA 98501 615 Washington St SE, Olympia +1 more

    The 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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  • Shelton Art Walk

    Downtown Shelton Shelton

    Join us for the 3rd Annual Shelton Art Walk on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 12–6 PM in historic downtown Shelton. Presented by the Shelton Creative District, this free, all-ages event celebrates the artists, makers, performers, businesses, and community members who make Shelton a vibrant place to live and create. Explore exhibitions, installations, demonstrations, and ...

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    Free

  • Hidden Layers: Women’s Undergarments and How They’ve Shaped Ladies’ Liberties

    Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United States

    Women’s underwear has long reflected society’s views on modesty, femininity, and beauty. From historic styles that restricted the female form to the more liberating fashions of today, women’s undergarments have been symbols of both oppression and empowerment. In this talk, explore how comfort, freedom, and function in women’s undergarments mirrored broader social changes. We ask ...

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    Free

  • Nice Work…If You Can Get It

    Nice Work…If You Can Get It
    Centralia College, Corbet Theatre 715 West Pear Street, Centralia, WA, United States

    Nice Work…If You Can Get It Music and Lyrics by George and Ira Gershwin Book by Joe Dipietro Corbet Theatre, Centralia College May 8-17 Featuring the famous Gershwin tunes, "Fascinating Rhythm", "Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off", and "Someone To Watch Over Me", Nice Work If You Can Get It is a zany musical comedy ...

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    $12 – $15

  • By The People: Traditions in Dialogue— Indigenous Pacific Northwest Weaving

    Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma

    By The People: Traditions in Dialogue— Indigenous Pacific Northwest Weaving Sunday, July 26, 2026, 2:00 PM Washington State History Museum FREE with registration Join us for a conversation with six Indigenous weavers from across the Pacific Northwest, exploring the art of weaving and its cultural significance. Weaving is a foundational art form among Indigenous communities in ...

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    Free

  • Parent Toddler Sensory Friendly Dance

    Parent Toddler Sensory Friendly Dance
    The Olympia Center 222 columbia st, Olympia

     This class is for kiddos ages 2-3 who are neurodivergent and/or on the autism spectrum and their caregivers. Please bring headphones for your child if they benefit from wearing them, we will have a few spare pairs as well! 

    $8 – $85

  • Harlequin’s 2027 Season Announcement Gala

    State Theater 202 4th Avenue East, Olympia, WA, United States

    Join us on Saturday, August 1 for Harlequin’s Annual Gala & 2027 Season Announcement! Doors open at 6PM at Altitude15, with the Season Announcement at the State Theater at 7:30pm.

    $90

  • Youth Gelli Print Camp

    Youth Gelli Print Camp
    community print 414 Legion Way SE (front door faces 5th Ave), Olympia, WA, United States

    Discover the colorful world of Gelli printmaking! In this hands-on camp, young artists ages 10-14 will experiment with layers, textures, stencils, and found objects to create unique monoprints. Campers will explore creative techniques, develop their artistic skills, and turn their prints into finished artworks while having fun in the Community Print studio.

    $80