This weekend many of us will be celebrating the Fathers and Grads in our lives. Thurston County weather is supposed to be spectacular – nearing the 80s! – so it’s going to be the perfect weekend for fun in the sun or cooling off indoors. There are events for Father’s Day happening in Olympia, Tumwater, Lacey and throughout Thurston County, as well as tons of other activities the whole family will love. You can access the full calendar here. Check out our highlights below.
- Enjoy the sounds of 23 string bands at the 2018 Steamboat Stringband Jamboree June 14-17.
- Treat Dad to a weekend away at Quinault Beach Resort and Casino, where specials start June 15.
- Take your super Dad to see The Incredibles 2 at Yelm Cinemas opening June 15.
- Let the kids make something for their favorite Dad or Grad at the WET Center June 16.
- Drool over hot rods at O’Blarney’s 6th Annual Irish Classic Car Show June 16.
- Get Dad’s Harley out and let him show it off at the 21st Big Bad Bike Show at Northwest Harley-Davidson June 16.
- Listen to some blue while sipping brews at Blues and Brews Festival in downtown Shelton June 16.
- Gather the family and attend the free 2018 4th Annual SummerFest Bazaar June 16-17 at the Thurston County Fairgrounds.
- Start Father’s Day with something special at Izzy’s Pizza & Buffet’s Father’s Day Brunch June 17.
- Bring Pop to the Pops with the Olympia Chamber Orchestra at Kenneth J Minneart Center June 17.
- Explore the Hands On Children’s Museum – on June 17, Dads and Grandfathers are free.
- Celebrate Dads and older Grads with a tasting at Sandstone Distillery.
- Try the new matcha drinks at Drip Espresso.
- Create lasting memories with these great Father’s Day outdoor adventures.
- Visit an open house event this weekend. Click here to see the list of Van Dorm Realty’s open houses.
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