Downtown Olympia

In Olypmia's downtown, you will find a rich diversity of community who come together as a confluence of personalities, perspectives, and ideas. A chance meeting at a downtown café or on the sidewalk can often lead to powerful connections, inspiration, and partnerships.

Community, Energy, Possibilities

Downtown’s unique energy engages the senses, gets the synapses connecting, the creativity flowing, and the fun going. Join a procession of luminaries, exchange ideas with local business owners, or vibe with some local music in the middle of the (closed) street, and you’ll feel it!

The historic downtown core. The quaint shops, cafés, and restaurants. The dazzling waterfront. Views of the Olympics and the Capitol Dome. The public art and private murals. It’s all
uniquely Olympia and here to be enjoyed.

Olympia is a haven for artists, too, with murals on walls throughout the city, art walks, galleries, theaters, and music venues. Acclaimed restaurants take up prime real estate along the waterfront, while an incredible assortment of dining opportunities abound downtown.

LoveOly Winterfest kicks-off of a month of holiday fun —Downtown for the Holidays! November 24 - December 24

LoveOly Holiday Edition, Shop & Dine Promotion is back! On November 24, download the passport at downtownolympia.org or pick one up at any participating shop or restaurant and tart shopping and dining! Make a purchase of $10 or more and receive a sticker on your passport. Get five stickers and turn in your passport for a branded LoveOly gift. This season, gifts will include LoveOly coolers, collapsible lanterns, and other choices!

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Enjoy holiday lighting and decorations throughout Downtown, including over a mile of garland-decorated storefronts!
Enjoy snow falling outside The Washington Center for the Performing Arts
Snap photos at the Nutracker-themed selfie scenes throughout downtown
Enjoy 12 days of complimentary parking Downtown from December 12-24, 2023, courtesy of the City of Olympia

Join us downtown for the holidays!

How We Love Oly!

By now, we're sure you do, too!

Whether you're looking for downtown Olympia inspiration, events and activities, or you can't wait to share the good times you've had in downtown with your friends and family, make sure you're following us on our social media channels and using the #howiloveoly hashtag!