Gray skies and raindrops have returned to Olympia. We knew it would happen sooner or later and our parched landscape absolutely needs the moisture, hopefully bringing relief to fires burning throughout the state. I shouldn’t say it (and will regret it come winter, I’m sure) but it’s a welcome change. However, it does change weekend plans a bit for those counting on outdoor recreation. Never fear. Our line-up of great things to do throughout the county includes plenty of indoor activities and, for you true north-westerners, some outdoor fun as well. Enjoy the end of August, Thurston County.
- Tour the Historic Bigelow House. Open 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday and Sunday.
- Explore a local museum to dodge the raindrops. Choice and hours found here.
- Take in a performance of Harlequin Production’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Showtimes here.
- Grab some vintage treasures Friday and Saturday at the Girlfriend’s Vintage Market held at Schilter Family Farms.
- Consider your weekend an official “staycation”. Use our guide for a vacation right at home.
- Groove to live music at Campbell and Campbell Events Center in Tenino Friday and Saturday night.
- Browse for a new read at Browser’s Books in downtown Olympia. New and used treasures galore.
- Eat at an Olympia favorite. Soba has been an Olympia Farmers’ Market staple since 1990.
- Visit the farmers at Urban Futures Farm on Saturday morning and learn about this functional urban oasis.
- Splash in the rain or pick another rainy day activity on this list.
- Read about Pure Luxe Apothecary’s unique wellness products then visit them at the Girlfriend’s Vintage Market this weekend.
- Watch an outdoor movie (weather permitting). Two different options for Friday listed here.
- Pick up a bow and raise money for Raise for Rowyn at Lucky Shot Archery on Saturday. Details here.
- Book a romantic night away from it all on the shores of Hood Canal. Four options here.
- Seed your beach after visiting Taylor Shellfish Farms Seed Sale, Saturday starting at 8 a.m.
- Feed your French Country addiction at the Queen Bee French Flea this weekend, sponsored by Queen Bee Art Cottage and Retreat.
- Donate a bike Saturday at Alaffia’s annual Bike Drive. Read more about this local company and their mission here.
- Watch the fun family film HOME for free on Saturday morning at the Capitol Theater Kids Club.
- Jam with your neighbors at West Central Park’s FestivOly Music Festival on Sunday night.
- Visit an open houseevent this weekend. Click here to see the list of Van Dorm Realty’s open houses.
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