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
19
Thu
3rd Annual Juneteenth – Celebrating Belonging @ ASHHO Cultural Community Center
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Jun 19 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
3rd Annual Juneteenth - Celebrating Belonging @ ASHHO Cultural Community Center

Join us on Thursday, June 19th from 4PM to 7PM at the ASHHO Cultural Community Center for a vibrant Juneteenth celebration that honors belonging, culture, and community. This a FREE, family-friendly event that will feature:

Live Music
Delicious Soul-Food
Black Excellence Achievement Awards
Guided Art Session by Hearts for the Arts and Crafts

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Education Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parade Food & Beverage Local History Seasonal and Holiday Events
Jun
20
Fri
Swede Day Rochester’s Mid-Sommer Festival @ Swede Hall
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Jun 20 @ 6:00 pm
Swede Day Rochester’s Mid-Sommer Festival @ Swede Hall

The Rochester Citizens Group is delighted to announce the schedule for this year’s highly anticipated Swede Day Celebration, taking place on Friday, June 20, and Saturday, June 21, in Rochester. This annual festival promises a weekend filled with traditional Swedish culture, delicious food, and community fun. Highlights of the festival include the beloved Traditional Swedish Pancakes Breakfast, a Meatball Lunch, Strawberry Shortcake, the grand Swede Day Parade, and the festive Maypole Dance.

Friday June 20th

6:00PM-7:00PM Royalty Court Coronation with Strawberry Shortcake following the announcement of the 2025 Queen

7:00PM-10:00PM Royalty Court Coronation Ball $10.00 Entry

Saturday June 21st Highlights

7:00AM -9:00AM Swedish Pancake Breakfast $7.00 Adults $5.00 kids 12 and under

8:00AM-8:45 History of Swede Hall and Independence Valley, presentation by Dick Erickson

9:00AM-3:00PM Arts, Crafts and Food Vendors

11:00AM The 46th Annual Swede Day Rochester Mid-Sommer Festival Parade Sponsored by Umpqua Bank

Even a May Pole Dance in the Afternoon.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parade Food & Beverage Kids Local History Outdoor Recreation
Jun
21
Sat
Swede Day Rochester’s Mid-Sommer Festival @ Swede Hall
Tickets
Jun 21 @ 7:00 am
Swede Day Rochester’s Mid-Sommer Festival @ Swede Hall

The Rochester Citizens Group is delighted to announce the schedule for this year’s highly anticipated Swede Day Celebration, taking place on Friday, June 20, and Saturday, June 21, in Rochester. This annual festival promises a weekend filled with traditional Swedish culture, delicious food, and community fun. Highlights of the festival include the beloved Traditional Swedish Pancakes Breakfast, a Meatball Lunch, Strawberry Shortcake, the grand Swede Day Parade, and the festive Maypole Dance.

Friday June 20th

6:00PM-7:00PM Royalty Court Coronation with Strawberry Shortcake following the announcement of the 2025 Queen

7:00PM-10:00PM Royalty Court Coronation Ball $10.00 Entry

Saturday June 21st Highlights

7:00AM -9:00AM Swedish Pancake Breakfast $7.00 Adults $5.00 kids 12 and under

8:00AM-8:45 History of Swede Hall and Independence Valley, presentation by Dick Erickson

9:00AM-3:00PM Arts, Crafts and Food Vendors

11:00AM The 46th Annual Swede Day Rochester Mid-Sommer Festival Parade Sponsored by Umpqua Bank

Even a May Pole Dance in the Afternoon.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos, and Parade Food & Beverage Kids Local History Outdoor Recreation
Jun
28
Sat
Traditional Vietnamese Musical Instruments @ Lacey Timberland Library
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Jun 28 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Traditional Vietnamese Musical Instruments @ Lacey Timberland Library

Join us for a special Traditional Vietnamese Music Recital!
Local musicians Tri Âm Hoà Điệu and their accompanists will showcase a variety of zithers, lutes, and other stringed and percussive Vietnamese instruments. This recital will also feature student performances, making it a truly special event.
This program is for all ages and children are welcome!

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Categories: Education Family Events Local History
June 2025 Jun 2025