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Tis the season for decking the halls, favorite festivities and merrymaking. Here in the Olympia region, we’re all about handcrafting the season of cheer with events and happenings that support locally-owned businesses and artisans, finding magic in small-town traditions and creating

There’s nothing like fall in the Pacific Northwest and the Olympia region is the perfect destination for families who love to explore! Washington’s capital community inspires adventures for families, from blazing a trail with short hikes made for little legs, to packing a picnic and

Just 30 miles south of Olympia lies the small town of Bucoda, Washington – population: 562.

During the month of October, the tiny town embraces its haunted history and becomes “Boo-coda,” the ultimate destination for Halloween enthusiasts! The town hosts a series of

Photo by Grit City Photo at Swantown Marina & Waterfront

From the local waters of Puget Sound, to the many hidden inlets, rivers and lakes, the Olympia region is a waterfront paradise. Boardwalks are boundless here and make you feel (almost)

Photo by Justin Oba

If pumpkin patches, hayrides and corn mazes are on the annual fall agenda, Olympia and its surrounding farmlands have you covered. There are pumpkin patches and fall festivals with your perfect gourd waiting. Find

Salmon season is here! For the next couple of weeks our intrepid fish friends make their annual voyage upstream. It’s mesmerizing to watch as they leap out of the water and definitely worth a trip to one of these popular public parks!

Squeeze the last minutes out of these summer days with meaningful family memories at a variety of events in the Olympia region this Labor Day Weekend. From a festival on the harbor to flag football to an out of this world UFO festival—make your weekend planning a festival fete.

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In recent years, the explosion of craft beer has brought more urban and family-friendly breweries to cities and main streets throughout the United States. And here in the Olympia region, the situation is no different. From family-friendly micro-breweries to sprawling taprooms with delectable

August is hot! Folks are finding exciting ways to cool off, from swan diving into a swimming hole or breaking out the board for watersports. But, nothing cools you off better than an ice-cold beer. Even better when the beer is brewed with the highest quality, local ingredients.

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Summer is the season for burgers! Whether you’re enjoying a cookout with friends and family or dining out at your favorite neighborhood spot, we all get a craving for burgers and fries. Luckily the Olympia region is home to a unique collection of burger joints, all serving up decidedly