Annual Events

Discover our signature events that keep people coming back to our region every year.

Summer in Olympia brings on a jam-packed festival season with abundant family-friendly activities. Kick-off the season on Independence Day with the Annual Independence Day Parade and Artesian Family Festival & Thunder Valley Fireworks Show. If you’re looking to enjoy live music, food, beer, and local vendors be sure to check out South Sound Block Party, Tumwater Artesian Brewfest, and Olympia Brew Fest. Dreaming of carnival rides and games? Capital Lakefair is your event!

Continue to enjoy the outdoors during Fall in Olympia. Support local artists and enjoy live demonstrations and performances during the Olympia Fall Arts Walk and the Tumwater Marching Band Festival. Hop on a bike and head to the beach while raising money for the American Lung Association during the annual Reach the Beach: Cycle for Air event.

In Winter, visit Winter Fest, the kick-off event for Downtown for the Holidays. Relax in a carriage ride, listen to holiday storytelling and other live entertainment while perusing local shops for gifts. As the flowers begin to bloom, check out the Lacey Spring Fun Fair, a free, family-friendly event with rides, games, live performances, vendors, food, and other special attractions.

Be sure to check the calendar below for even more amazing annual events!

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