Upcoming Events

Tiptoe through the Tidepools

Saturday, May 11; 12:30-3:30 pm

Titlow Park

Free! Bring your family to explore the beach, learn about tide pool life and have lots of fun during some of the lowest tides of the year.

Park Spotlight

On-Leash Dog Party: Wednesday, May 8; 4 pm

Tai Chi Demo in the Park: Sunday, May 12; 1 pm

Manitou Park

Free! Come out and play at your neighborhood park! Connect with your community at Manitou Park. We’ll have both passive and active programming occuring throughout the 2nd week of May.

On-Leash Dog Party, Bring your furry friends and meet other dogs in the neighborhood.

Tai Chi Demo in the Park, Tai Chi instructor Ronny will be on-site to provide a Tai Chi demo based on 6 easy to learn movements.

Updated Norpoint Pool Schedule

The Norpoint pool schedule hours and activities are being adjusted, effective Monday, May 6.

Beginner Kayaking Trip: Commencement Bay

Saturday, May 18; 9 am-12 pm

Meet at Foss Waterway Seaport

(Ages 10+) Check out the urban landscape of the Foss Waterway from your kayak.

Family Nature Walk

Saturday, May 18; 10-11 am at Wapato Park

Saturday, May 18; 1-2 pm at Oak Tree Park

(Ages 3+) Explore Tacoma Parks during these naturalist-led walks.

Queen Victoria's Birthday

Saturday, May 18; 11 am-5 pm

Join us at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum for a day of revelry in honor of Queen Victoria’s birthday!

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum Members receive complementary admission.

Tacoma Lawn Bowling Club

Saturday, May 18 & Saturday, May 25; 10 am-12:30 pm

(Ages 18+) Learn to Bowl classes will teach you the basics of the game and give you the skills and confidence to play in our weekly programs.

Cocoa with the Birds

Sunday, May 19; 10 am-12 pm

Free! Come grab a hot cocoa and join us for a family-friendly birding event.

Tacoma Trails Challenge

May 25 - June 16

The Tacoma Trails Challenge is a 3-week-long event encouraging exploration of our local parks and trails. Complete 5 challenges or log 25 miles from May 25-June 16 to earn badges and win prizes. It’s FREE!

Reminder: Monday, May 13 is the last day to place a shirt order. Wear your shirt during the event and submit a photo to the Photo Contest showing someone wearing this t-shirt and you’ll earn double entries into the prize drawing!

Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival

Saturday & Sunday, June 1 & 2; 11 am-6 pm

Tickets now on sale

The Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival on June 1 & 2 is the perfect place to find garden inspiration, shopping, and fun! Free and ticketed experiences make this an that everyone can dig into.

High School Teen Late Night

Weekly Every Friday; 7-11 pm

All 4 Center Locations

New Hours! Youth in grades 9-12 will have fun with friends in a safe, supervised setting.

Summer Late Nights

June 24 - August 30

All 4 Center Locations

Starting June 24, 2024, Summer Late Nights opens across Tacoma, with schools, community centers and non-profit organizations opening their doors to keep teens safe and engaged. Middle and high school students can get dinner every night and participate in open gym, art and music activities, and hang out with friends.

"Power Play" Art Contest

Contest extended to May 19

There's still time! We want the youth of Eastside to create an empowering image showcasing the connection between play and heart health. Help us add color and art to Verlo Playfield and inspire your community members.