It’s Fair Season! Elephant ears, carnival games, livestock, and thrilling games, what more could a family ask for on a summer weekend? Well, if you live in Thurston County, lots! We have so much to do, it will be hard to fit it all into just three days. Get a jump on the weekend by visiting the Thurston County Fair today, opening day, and then head back for more fun on the weekend or check out any of the many other fun activities going on in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and beyond. You can access the full calendar here. Check out our highlights below.
- Have an egg-citing time at the Thurston County Fair August 1-5.
- Help Clarus Eye Centre celebrate 50 years on August 3-4.
- Raise money for South Sound Reading Foundation at Books by the Bay August 3.
- Cut loose at Creative Theatre’s production of Footloose! August 3.
- Enjoy a movie under the stars at Tumwater Valley Golf Course’s Screen on the Green August 3.
- Sample craft beers at Olympia Brew Fest at Port Plaza August 4.
- Walk in the past during a Lacey Historic Walk August 4.
- Sport your best ‘stache for the Mustache Dash 5k benefiting Homeless Backpacks August 4.
- Learn about Iron Sight Barbell Club at their Grand Opening August 4.
- Stretch and sip at Wesport Winery’s Garden Yoga and Tour August 5.
- Make a Splash at Riveropolis at Hands On Children’s Museum.
- Purchase tickets for Legally Blonde, Broadway Olympia’s first production.
- Check out the vessel Mount Rainier docket at the Port of Olympia through August 8.
- Spot wildlife with a tour at Kayak Nisqually.
- Visit an open house event this weekend. Click here to see the list of Van Dorm Realty’s open houses.
Featured photo credit: Tony Porter
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