Upcoming Events

Community Basketball Leagues

Registration open: Now until Nov 24

Practices begin: The week of December 9

It's time to sign up for youth basketball! Registration closes Nov 24. Practices begin the week of Dec. 9. Community Basketball Leagues are now affiliated with Jr NBA and each participant receives:

• A youth Seattle Storm jersey
• A voucher for 2 tickets to a Seattle Storm game.

50+ Fall Potluck

November 20 at Center at Norpoint

November 21 at People's Center

November 25 at Eastside Community Center

November 26 at STAR Center

Join your peers to come together and build community around your favorite holiday dishes.

Discover the Ducks

Saturday, November 23; 12 pm

Wapato Park

Free! Ever wondered about the ducks you see at Wapato? Join us for a fun educational event where you’ll get an up-close look at the fascinating world of ducks.

Sneaky Squirrel Walk

Sunday, November 24; 1 pm

Wright Park

Free! Have you ever wondered what the squirrels of Wright Park are up to? Join us for the Sneaky Squirrel Walk, an engaging nature walk focused on the fascinating world of squirrels!

Point Defiance Bird Walk

Sunday, November 24; 8:30 am

Meet at the entrance gate of the 5-Mile Drive in Point Defiance

Join in a Park Guide-led bird walk through Point Defiance and see what species can be found in the forest. 

Swim Lessons

Opens for registration Nov 22

Center at Norpoint, Eastside Community Center, and People's Center

Heads up! Swim lessons for adults and youth open Friday, November 22.

When School is Out, Pools are In

Wednesday, November 27; 1:30-3:30 pm

Center at Norpoint, Eastside Community Center, and People's Center

Join us at one of our indoor pool locations the day before Thanksgiving for fun-filled water activities for your kids to enjoy while school is not in session.

Community Litter Cleanup

Saturday, November 30; 9:30 am-12 pm

Puget Park

Join community volunteers to clean up Puget Park/Gulch. We couldn’t do it without you and many helping hands are welcome!

Presented by TAPCO Credit Union

Norpoint Classic 5k and 2-Mile

Thursday, Nov 28; 9 am

Starting at Center at Norpoint

The Norpoint Classic 5k and 2-mile is Tacoma’s original Thanksgiving fun run. Make it your family tradition!

Sign up now and save! Price increases Wednesday, Nov 27.

2025 Snow Adventures

Now open for registration

Give the gift of adventure this year! Join us for snowshoeing and sledding trips to Snoqualmie and the Cascades this winter.

• Senior Snowshoeing (50+) - $50
• Adult Snowshoeing (16+) - $70
• Family Snowshoeing (10+) - $50
• Family Sledding (6+) - $35

Glow Golf

Fridays & Saturdays

Meadow Park Golf Course

Experience Meadow Park after dark.

$42 (+tax) includes:

• Round of golf on the Williams Nine Course
• Lighted LED golf ball to see your perfect night shot
• One drink ticket from Foley’s Sports Bar & Grill
• Glow swag to light your night

Christmas Regale

Saturday, Dec 7; 11 am-4 pm

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Save the Date! Celebrate the holiday season with ornament making, the harvesting of the Yule Log, parlor games, and a visit with Father Christmas.

Jingle Bell Run

Saturday, Dec 14; 10 am

Wright Park

Rev up the holiday spirit with the Jingle Bell Run. This 3-mile run/walk is a family favorite and a great way to spend active time outdoors during the busy holiday season.

Winter Break Camps

Dec 23-Jan 3

School's out so let's have fun! Join us for games, crafts, dance, cooking, Lego-building and more.