MCE: The Searching Soul

The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St. SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Join us for a profound and moving musical journey. The Searching Soul pairs the lyrical brilliance of Felix Mendelssohn with the soaring, spiritual depth of Ralph Vaughan Williams. Accompanied by an orchestra, this concert explores music that reaches for meaning, hope, and transcendence.

$18 – $38
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Crow Dancers workshop rehearsal for the Procession of the Species

Moving Parts Dance Studio 302 Columbia St NW, olympia, United States

Join us as we practice easy dance Routines to the west, African inspired percussion of the Crow Drummers for this year’s Luminary Procession April 24 and the Procession of the Species April 25. The costumes are crows, costuming assistance provided. All ages and abilities, no dance experience required. - Rehearsals Wednesdays 7-8:30 PM and Sundays […]

$5
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Samba Olywa Practice Schedule

Eagles Grand Ballroom 805 Fourth Ave E, Olympia, WA, United States

Samba Olywa meets most Sunday evenings from 5 to 7pm at the Eagles Hall on 4th Ave in Olympia. All are welcome to attend to learn to drum or dance to Samba and other Latin rhythms, no experience necessary. Small donation requested at the door but no one turned away for lack of funds. Samba […]

$5
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Crow Dancers workshop rehearsal for the Procession of the Species

Moving Parts Dance Studio 302 Columbia St NW, olympia, United States

Join us as we practice easy dance Routines to the west, African inspired percussion of the Crow Drummers for this year’s Luminary Procession April 24 and the Procession of the Species April 25. The costumes are crows, costuming assistance provided. All ages and abilities, no dance experience required. - Rehearsals Wednesdays 7-8:30 PM and Sundays […]

$5

Down-To-Earth Mediumship with Heidi Connolly

Traditions Fair Trade 300 5th Avenue SW, Olympia, WA, United States

Don't miss our spiritual community event at New Traditions in downtown Olympia, where we gather to hear from loved ones on the other side, talk about our own personal experiences with Spirit, and explore the afterlife. As your friendly "down-to-earth" medium, I'm here to help you develop your own knowing through guidance and connection. I'd […]

$25
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Flipped Pot Ceramics Studio Spring Arts Walk Market

Flipped Pot Ceramics Studio 317 4th Ave E Suite 101, Olympia, United States

Come join the Flipped Pot Ceramics studio in showcasing its artists this 2026 Spring Arts Walk weekend! Our artists will be displaying and selling their art in our front room. Support local artists! April 24 12:00PM-8:00PM & 9:00AM-8:00PM

All Over The Map: Stories Behind the Names of Washington Places and Things

Lacey Timberland Library

How did your town get its name? What about your neighborhood school? Or that locally made candy bar? In this talk, get the big picture of how names were given to geographic places in Washington, as well as to iconic local brands, and how those names can reflect deeper, and sometimes challenging, meanings. Explore how […]

Free
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Spring Arts Walk at the Abigail Stuart House

Abigail Stuart House 1002 Washington St SE, olympia, WA, United States

Celebrate our creative community at the Abigail Stuart House with visual artists Nancy Clark Broach's watercolors, Linda Landig's jewelry design, Whispering Woods woodwork and Irene Osborne's sculpture and student artwork. Enjoy student musical performances and Olympia Poetry Network's poetry readings on Friday evening. On Saturday come enjoy Tango demos and lessons.

Free

Spring Arts Walk Artist Reception “Dream Logic” Group Fine Art and Craft Exhibition

Childhood's End Gallery 222 4th Ave West, Olympia, United States

"Dream Logic” Group Fine Art and Craft Exhibition Artists: Torrey Dasmann, Valency Genis, Gumaelius Family, Joelle Montez, Shannon Richardson Dates: April 24 – June 7, 2026 Spring Arts Walk Artist Reception April 24 5-9pm Arts Walk con't Saturday April 25 12-6 FREE Childhood’s End Gallery 222 4th Ave W Olympia WA 98501 Image on Poster: […]

Free

Luminary Procession

Downtown Olympia

Downtown Olympia’s annual Arts Walk and Procession of the Species parade are iconic and unmissable. For many years, these events have welcomed families, friends, neighbors, and tourists for a weekend of birds, bees, bugs, music, laughter, art, food and fun. What other parade allows you to be splashed by a massive geoduck, lured in by the twinkling lights […]