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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Aug
23
Sat
DEMFEST 2025: Politics, Pizza & Performances in the Park! @ Kneeland Park
Aug 23 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

DEMFEST 2025: Politics, Pizza & Performances in the Park!

Speakers include Lieutenant Governor Denny Heck,
State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti, Shelton Mayor Eric Onisko

Join us for DEMFEST, an all-ages community celebration, happening Saturday, August 23,11 AM – 4 PM at Kneeland Park, 100 Turner Ave in Shelton.

Hear from your leaders — including Lt. Governor Denny Heck, State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti, Shelton Mayor Eric Onisko — and a lineup of local candidates ready to connect with you and hear your voice.

Enjoy live music all day featuring:

  • The Shel-town Strummers
  • Karl Johnson
  • Lisa Ramsauer
  • Tugboat Annie’s Irish Session
  • The Lugs
  • The Mistaken
  • Rhythm & Sass

Fuel up with free pizza, ice cream, and live tunes – and help support local Democratic candidates with a purchase from our bake sale.

Hosted by the Democratic Party of Mason County, this is your chance to celebrate community, get informed, and be inspired.

Don’t forget to bring a chair!

Sep
20
Sat
Thurston County Emergency Preparedness Expo @ The Olympia Center
Sep 20 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thurston County Emergency Preparedness Expo @ The Olympia Center

Preparedness starts with you! Come learn how organizations are preparing and how you can prepare yourself and your family for emergencies. This is a free, family-friendly event.