It’s August already! Though the kids may be sad that back to school will be here before they know it, August is full of fun events so you can get the most out of this last month of summer. From the Thurston County Fair and Washington Midsummer Renissance Faire to beer festivals and movies under the stars, your whole family will find plenty of things to do in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and throughout Thurston County. You can access the full calendar here. Check out our highlights below.
- Take the whole family to the Thurston County Fair at the Thurston County Fairgrounds July 31 – August 4.
- Relax at Yelm’s Jazz in the Park at Yelm City Park August 2.
- Support South Sound Reading Foundation at Books by the Bay at the Olympia Country & Golf Club August 2.
- Watch “The LEGO Movie 2” with your kids at Tumwater Valley Golf Club August 2.
- Have a jousting good time at the Washington Midsummer Renassiance Faire at Bonney Lake August 3-4.
- Be entertained under the stars with Lacey in Tune Music and Movies: Larry G. Jones impersonator & “The Greatest Showman” at Huntamer Park August 3.
- Listen and dance to The Lumen at West Centeral Park August 3.
- Drink a sample of Pacific Northwest flavor at Brew Fest at Port Plaza August 3.
- Find treasures at the Homemade, Handmade & Made with Love Craft Fair at the Faith Community Center August 3.
- Learn about dragonflies at the WET Science Center August 3.
- Gather with other breastfeeding moms for World Breastfeeding Week at Harbor House at Percival Landing August 3.
- Drop off hygiene products for homeless students and students in need for North Thurston Public Schools August 4.
- Meet a mermaid at Hands On Children’s Museum this August.
- Try Goofyfoot Pretzels at Spud’s Produce Market and find your favorite flavor.
- Plan a character birthday party with the help of Glitter & Suede Events and Venue.
- Enjoy summer with a picnic in Thurston County.
- Head north and explore the specatular golf courses in Whatcom County.
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Featured photo credit: Diane Waiste
