Have a father figure who’s always been there for you? Need an excuse for a day with the guys? Father’s Day is just around the corner and it’s a great time to say “thanks” to those important dads, grandfathers, uncles and other father-figures in your life. Here are some things to do for Father’s Day in Olympia and throughout Thurston County.
Annual Strawberry Festival
June 14, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
South Bay Grange
3918 Sleater Kinney Road NE, Olympia
Head to the Strawberry Festival at the South Bay Grange for family-friendly fun for Father’s Day in Olympia! All the fresh strawberries Dad could want—including scrumptious strawberry shortcake—as well as lot of entertainment, a fun run, vendor and more! Free admission and free parking. For more information, visit the Strawberry Festival Facebook page.
Olympia Father’s Day Craft & Vendor Market
June 14, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
June 15, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Capital Mall
625 Black Lake Boulevard Southwest, Olympia
Celebrate the dads and father figures in your life with this fun craft and vendor market at the Capital Mall. Local artists and crafters have incredible items that make perfect gifts for Father’s Day!
Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon
June 15, 6:30 a.m.
Olympia High School
1302 North Street SE, Olympia
Have an athletic dad? Bond with him while qualifying for the Boston Marathon. This is a super flat and fast 1-mile course. The full marathon is a Boston Qualifier & USATF Certified. Run the full marathon or a half! For more information and to enter, head to the Run Sign Up website. They are also looking for volunteers if you and Dad prefer to volunteer versus running and volunteers earn a $50 Visa Gift Card!
Juneteenth Celebration
June 15, 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Celebrate Juneteenth in Lacey on Father’s Day at the Regional Athletic Complex! There will be a free barbecue lunch, live music, free haircuts, a short program and more.
Olympic Airshow
June 14-15
Olympic Flight Museum
7637 Old Hwy 99 SE, Tumwater
The Olympic Airshow is a thrilling Father’s Day event in Tumwater. This year the event features Smoke-n-Thunder jet car—you won’t want to miss the incredible sound and display this vehicle puts on. Then, check out the aircraft and displays from WWII and modern times. Watch demonstrations of working museum pieces. Ground tours and even rides will be available as well! There will also be a beer garden, vendors, food and kids’ activities and more. Purchase tickets on the Olympic Air Show website.
Woodworking Saws & Blade Class
June 15, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Lacey Makerspace at St. Martin’s University
Zaverl Hall, Baran Drive Southeast Building 5, Lacey
Taking a class at the Lacey Makerspace is a great way to hang with Dad for Father’s Day! This class will teach the basics of safety and operation for the table and miter saws. Can’t make this class? They have many others on other days that would be great for Dad too. Or, gift him a membership! Purchase tickets at the Eventbrite website.
Pop-Up Park Picnic
June 15
Watershed Park
2500 Henderson Boulevard Southeast, Olympia
Maybe you and the father of your kids want to spend some quality time for Father’s Day while grandma entertains the littles? This group has self-guided picnics that include a series of activities to refresh your date night! While Watershed Park is the recommended site, you can choose other parks. Find out more and purchase on the Event Brite website.
Rochester’s Swede Day Mid-Sommer Festival
June 20-21
Swede Hall
18543 Albany Street, Rochester
Happening June 20-21, 2025, the 45th annual Rochester’s Swede Day Mid-Sommer Festival is a great thing to do for a late Father’s Day outing. There will be a parade, plenty of amazing food, activities, live music and more.
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Find more events on our Thurston County community calendar.
