Upcoming Events

Earth Day Beach Cleanup

Saturday, Apr 13; 12-2 pm

Dickman Mill Park

Free! Join us for a special Earth Day Beach Cleanup event hosted by the Port of Tacoma and be part of a global movement to protect our oceans and shorelines.

Spring Native Plant Sale

Online Sales Begin: April 13-28

Save the date! Landscape your yard with plants that are native to our area. Online sales begin next weekend.

Snake Lake Science Fair

Deadline to apply is April 13

Last week to apply! Students grade K-12th create their own science project to participate in this exciting community event.

Tacoma Shoreline Survey

Sunday, Apr 14; 10:30 am-1:30 pm

Jack Hyde Park and Titlow Park



Free! With your help, we can share data with the Ocean Conservancy and the Ikkatsu Project, and help keep track locally of what is being found and where, to help guide future cleanup efforts.

King of the Court Lightning Tournament

Sunday, Apr 14; 12-2 pm

Hope/Schatz Boys and Girls Club



(Ages 16+) On the second Sunday of the month from November-May, join the Grit City Gherkins at the Hope Center for a recreational King of the Court style Lightning Tournament.

Wright Park Champion Tree Tour

Sunday, Apr 14; 12-1:30 pm

Wright Park

Free! Have you ever been curious about Wright Park’s incredible Champion Trees? Explore the parks rich history and immerse yourself in its natural beauty.

Kids Night Out

Friday, Apr 19; 6-9 pm

STAR Center

(Age 5-12) Enjoy a night off while your kids enjoy a night out! 

Parks Appreciation Day

Saturday, Apr 20; 9 am-12 pm

Free! Come together to lend a hand to keep parks beautiful, our community strong and connected, and be a good steward of the earth. Click the links below to sign up and volunteer at your local park:

Family Nature Walk - Spring is in the Air

Saturday, Apr 20; 10-11 am

Tacoma Nature Center

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

Point Defiance Frog Jam

Sunday, April 21; 1-3 pm

Fort Nisqually Picnic Shelter

Free! Jump down to the Fort Nisqually Picnic Shelter in Point Defiance for a family-friendly event celebrating our amphibian friends.

Point Defiance Community Garden Club Work Party

Wednesday, April 24; 9 am-12 pm

Meet at the Point Defiance Lodge

Free! Help maintain landscape beds surrounding the Point Defiance Lodge, remove unwanted weeds, prune plants, and assist in many ways to connect with visitors, promote Point Defiance gardens, and encourage a love for nature.

Spring Fling

Saturday, April 27, 1-3 pm

Eastside Community Center

Free! All are welcome to this free family-fun event celebrating Spring. Bring your swimsuit for free swimming during the event!

Swan Creek Trail Run

Saturday, May 4, 10 am

Swan Creek Park

Lace up your sneakers and get ready for a family-friendly fun run at Swan Creek Park on Saturday, May 4

Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival

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.

Summer Camps

Now Open for Registration

Summer camps are back and better than ever! Choose from hundreds of options designed for all interests and ages.