Upcoming Events

Homespun Happy Hour

Thursday, Jul 27; 6-9 pm at Fort Nisqually

Join us this summer for an evening of “make and take” 19th century crafts. This is a chance to try your hand at tinsmithing, tatting, leatherwork, games and more!

Beginner Kayak Trip

Saturday, Jul 29; 9 am-12 pm at Boston Harbor

(Age 10+) Launch in quaint Boston Harbor and paddle South past the Dofflemyer Point Lighthouse exploring the South Sound’s Budd Inlet.

World Tiger Weekend

Jul 29-30; 9:30 am-4 pm

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Time to roar! Meet our tigers, and their keepers. Free with admission.

Hike with a Park Guide

Saturday, Jul 29; 10 am-12 pm at Point Defiance Park

Join a park guide for a kid-friendly trek through Point Defiance Park’s inner loop trail on Saturday, July 29 to celebrate Pierce County Trails Day, put on by ForeverGreen Trails

National Night Out

Tuesday, Aug 1; 3-8 pm at People's Community Center

Free! Enjoy hot dogs and hamburgers, indoor and outdoor family activities, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, Museum of Glass Mobile Hot Shop, vendors, community partner booths and much more at this free community event.

Summer Bash

Saturday, Aug 5; 2 pm at Center at Norpoint

Saturday, Aug 19; 2 pm at Stewart Heights Park

Friday, Aug 25; 6 pm at STAR Center

Free! Pack your snacks, blankets and lawn chairs and head to the park for a free outdoor movie for the whole family! Seating is on the lawn.

Community Litter Cleanup

Saturday, Jul 29; 10 am-12 pm at Swan Creek Park

Join community volunteers to clean up Swan Creek Park.This is a great opportunity for families, school groups, neighbors, and anyone interested in helping!

Explore the Shore

Monday, Jul 31; 9:30-11:30 am at Owen Beach

Ever wondered what it’s like to run a finger over the back of a prickly pink sea star? Or hold a tiny ocean crab in the palm of your hand? Find out at Owen Beach in Tacoma’s Point Defiance Park!

Tacoma Chess Club

Now through Dec 29; 6-10 pm

Eastside Community Center and STAR Center

(Age 13+) Tacoma Chess Club has partnered with Metro Parks Tacoma to bring drop in Chess three nights a week! Tuesdays and Fridays at Eastside and Thursdays at STAR Center.

Summer Late Nights

Monday-Friday, June 26-Sept 1; 5-10 pm at various locations

Middle and high school students have a free place to get dinner and hang out with friends every weeknight this summer.

ALL.IN. Pacific Northwest

Saturday, Aug 5; 11 am-2 pm

Eastside Community Center

Join us for a fun community event with local organizations who are committed to being ALL IN for our community.

Backpacks & schools supplies giveaways, food trucks, games & prizes, free beverages, family support resources.