Olympia Events Calendar

The ThurstonTalk Events Calendar shares things to do around Thurston County including Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Yelm, Tenino and beyond. Find fun activities and adventures throughout the region on our comprehensive events calendar.

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Jun
21
Sat
Relay For Life of Thurston County Presented by TwinStar Credit Union @ North Thurston High School / South Sound Stadium
Jun 21 @ 12:00 pm – Jun 22 @ 10:00 am
Relay For Life of Thurston County Presented by TwinStar Credit Union @ North Thurston High School / South Sound Stadium

Join us for the 40th anniversary of Relay For Life of Thurston County. This is a family friendly event kicking off with a Survivor/Caregiver lap, food trucks, DJ, demonstrations, contests, themed laps, a luminaria lap and so much more. This event is Free.

Aug
1
Fri
Saint Martin’s University 42nd Annual Golf Classic @ Capitol City Golf Club
Aug 1 @ 8:30 am
Saint Martin's University 42nd Annual Golf Classic @ Capitol City Golf Club

The annual Golf Classic is the University’s largest fundraiser for Saint’s Athletics, raising critical funds for student-athlete scholarships. The event draws alumni, businesses, sponsors, and donors of Saint Martin’s University together for some friendly tournament competition! Individuals who join in and support the Golf Classic Tournament help us ensure we retain and recruit top athletic talent for the Saint Martin’s University athletic programs.

Check-in at 7:30 AM, Shotgun at 8:30 AM

Aug
16
Sat
Farms Forever Dinner and Auction @ Little Creek Casino Resort
Aug 16 @ 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Farms Forever Dinner and Auction @ Little Creek Casino Resort

Join the Community Farm Land Trust at our annual dinner and auction, Farms Forever. This farm to table dinner and ask benefits farmland preservation in the South Sound. Enjoy an evening of community, farm-fresh food, drinks, music, and a vibrant live auction. Hear fromHilary Aten, the Office of Farmland Preservation Coordinator at the Washington State Conservation Commision, on Bridging the Gap: Addressing Farmland Loss Through Access & Affordability. As you wine and dine, know your generosity helps keep this vital work growing.

Aug
21
Thu
BIG Swing TOGETHER Fore Kids! @ Tumwater Valley Golf Course
Aug 21 @ 8:00 am
BIG Swing TOGETHER Fore Kids! @ Tumwater Valley Golf Course

This year, TOGETHER! has partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington, an organization with a longstanding commitment to empowering youth through mentorship, to support their impactful mentoring services for Tumwater youth. Through this collaboration, proceeds from the event will be shared between the two organizations, to help meet critical student needs in Tumwater. Read more on ThurstonTalk about our partnership!

Join us Thursday, August 21 at Tumwater Valley Golf Course for a day of fun and FORE a great cause! All proceeds support youth mentorship + student needs right here in Tumwater.

Lunch, prizes, good vibes & community impact await.
Register now to golf or sponsor!

Aug
22
Fri
Sweet Treats for a Sweet Cause @ Little Creek Casino Resort – Sa-Heh-Wa-Mish Room
Aug 22 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Sweet Treats for a Sweet Cause @ Little Creek Casino Resort – Sa-Heh-Wa-Mish Room

Mason Health Foundation is delighted to announce its highly anticipated annual Business Luncheon & Confections Auction, set to take place on Friday, August 22, 2025, at the Little Creek Casino Resort’s Sa-Heh-Wa-Mish Room, located at 91 State Route 108, Shelton, WA 98584. This signature event, supported by Silver Level Sponsor Our Community Credit Union, brings together Mason County’s business leaders and community members for an afternoon of networking, philanthropy, and indulgent desserts — all in support of a vital cause.

Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the purchase of a new high-field open MRI machine, enhancing diagnostic imaging services for the Mason County community. The highlight of the luncheon is the Confections Auction, featuring an array of delectable desserts donated by local businesses and community members. Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on favorites such as long-time volunteer Mary Anne Munson’s famous kettle corn, generously donated by Foundation board member Beth Gregg, and Oreo cheesecake provided by Mason Health EVS Manager Trevor Madison; artisan baked goods from local businesses such as The Cuppiecakesqueen and Kookies and Cream, and tasty treats from various Mason Health employees, including a three-month supply of desserts from Chief Human Resources Officer Carolyn McCain and a special treat from Senior Executive Assistant Shelly Dunnington.

Nov
1
Sat
Saint Martin’s 20th Anniversary Gala @ Saint Martin's University, Charneski Center
Nov 1 @ 5:00 pm
Saint Martin's 20th Anniversary Gala @ Saint Martin's University, Charneski Center

Join us for the 20th Anniversary of the Saint Martin’s Galaon November 1, 2025, an unforgettable evening dedicated to supporting student scholarships. This year, we are excited to welcome celebrity chef Rick Bayless as our host, promising an evening filled with extraordinary food, community, and generosity. Over the past two decades, this event has raised more than $21 million, opening doors to a Catholic Benedictine education for countless students. Your participation in the Gala will directly impact the lives of countless students, giving them the opportunity to thrive at Saint Martin’s University and beyond.