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Scales, Tails, Paws and Claws Welcome!
Our Halloween Pet Costume Contest is back this year, and we want to see you (and your costume-clad pets) downtown!
Join us on Saturday, Oct. 31 between 3:30–5:30 pm at 5th Ave and Washington Street for a fang-tastic lineup of FREE community booths packed with treats and activities:
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Stop by each booth to grab fun goodies for the whole family! A huge thank you to these amazing local partners for helping us keep this event free for our community.
Want your pet to strut their stuff on stage? Registration spots are limited, so be sure to sign up early!
Sign up here.
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Connect with Your Downtown Neighbors
Downtown business owners and managers, join us for LoveOly Business Connect on Wednesday, October 14, from 5:15–6:30 pm at Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar.
This one will include:
- Shucked oysters + small bites
- Beer, wine + N/A options
- A photo booth to capture the fun!
- A raffle for a Chelsea Farms hoodie
The LoveOly Business Connect is a chance to step away from the day-to-day, meet the people behind other downtown businesses, and build the relationships that make our downtown community stronger. Sometimes the best connections form when we simply pause, get together and share a bite. Hope to see you there!
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A Little Magic Takes the Stage at Olympia Family Theater!
Step into a world of magical realism, humor and adventure with The Luna Sisters of Element, a brand-new play celebrating Mexican American culture, resilience and the strength within us all. Catch it October 16–November 1 at Olympia Family Theater, 612 4th Ave E. Performances are Thursdays and Fridays at 7 pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 3 pm (no October 31 show). Thursdays are 'Pay What You Can!'
Tickets and details: www.olyft.org
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Find Your Rhythm at Moving Parts Dance!
Ready to try something new? Moving Parts Dance offers a Beginner Ballet Series, November 9–December 7, Mondays from 7:15–8:30 pm. This five-week series is perfect for total beginners, introducing ballet fundamentals, terminology and musicality.
Looking for something more flexible? Check out their Dance Lab Drop-In classes!
And don't miss their free October event, Paravula, on October 24 at 6:30 pm, featuring a gentle warm-up, guided dance practice and open floor time.
Learn more.
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Coffee, Creativity & Conversation at The Owl’s Nest!
What goes better with writing than coffee? Join OlyPages for its first Coffee + Writing gathering on Wednesday, October 14, from 8–9:30 am at The Owl’s Nest. Enjoy 45 minutes of quiet writing followed by coffee and conversation. Come when you can, leave when you need!
Learn more.
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Let's Do the Time Warp... and Play Bingo!
It's not your grandma's bingo! Join Senior Services for South Sound for a wild and wonderfully weird evening of Rocky Horror-inspired bingo on Saturday, October 24, from 6–9 pm at the Olympia Senior Center, 222 Columbia St NW. Expect laughs, a little mischief and plenty of Time Warp fun! Ages 21+ only. You've been warned!
Learn more on Facebook.
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Connect, Collaborate & Grow at Women in Business Night!
Calling all women in business! Join the Women’s Empowerment Center located at 415 Olympia Ave NE, on Wednesday, October 21, from 7–9 pm for an evening of networking, inspiring speakers, food, drinks and practical conversations about business growth, finances and collaboration. Whether you're just starting out or running an established business, come make connections and share ideas! Located at 415 Olympia Ave NE.
Learn more and register.
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Medicare Open Enrollment? Get Answers Before You Enroll!
Navigating Medicare doesn't have to be confusing! Join the Olympia Timberland Library on Monday, October 26, from 10:30 am–12:30 pm for a free, unbiased presentation from Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA).
Learn about Medicare options, benefits, financial assistance and fraud prevention. Sponsored by Senior Services for South Sound.
Olympia Timberland Library, 313 8th Ave SE.
Learn more.
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Trick-or-Treat Fun at the YMCA!
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween! South Sound YMCA is hosting a family-friendly Trick-or-Treat Drive-Thru on October 31 from 4:30 to 6:00 pm filled with candy, costumes and festive fun.
Want to help make Halloween extra sweet? Drop off donations of pre-packaged candy, stickers or small toys at the Plum Street or Briggs YMCA now through Halloween!
Plum Street YMCA is located at 505 Plum Street SE, Olympia.
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OCTOBER 2026
Oct. 14 — ABRA Cadabra: The Music & Magic of ABBA, The Washington Center
Oct. 15 — Randy Rainbow: National Freakin’ Treasure, The Washington Center
Oct. 16 — Asha MacDonald Artist Showcase, The Carpenter’s House
Oct. 17–31 — LoveOly Downtown for Halloween: Scavenger Hunt
Oct. 17 — The Happiest Concert on Earth! A Tribute to Disney, The Washington Center
Oct. 18 — Build-A-Boo with Artväna, The Infernal Annex
Oct. 23–Nov. 8 — A Spirited Manor, Oly Theater
Oct. 24 — Airbound Arts Halloween Aerial Show
Oct. 24 & 31 — Boo Bash!, Hands On Children’s Museum
Oct. 31 — LoveOly Downtown Trick-or-Treating, 3–6 pm
Oct. 31 — LoveOly Pet Costume Contest, 4 pm
Through Nov. 1 — Our Town, Harlequin Productions
Through Nov. 15 — Nocturnal, Childhood’s End Gallery
Through Nov. 30 — Arts Olympia Fall Show, Schwartz’s Bakery
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