You might remember our recent article about all kinds of events around our city in June. If you didn't make it to a single June event, don't fret! If you don't make it to any of these July events, no biggie. August will bring other opportunities. In a world where there's always something to be at, always something to be missing, we don't want to freak you out even more. But, we do want you to know a bit about what's out there so you have a chance, when you want one, to take a historical walking tour, or celebrate the birthday of Tacoma's weirdest most beloved dive bar, or take your kid to story time, strengthen and focus with some outdoor yoga, or settle onto your picnic blanket for some weekly live music in the park. If you find yourself with an itch to be out in the community this month, just come back to this list and see what's up.
Our list starts with one-time/once-a-month/annual events and moves into a weekly events section. Take a deep breath, accept that you can't do it all, and have a look.
1. Family Fun Night at Fort Nisqually History Museum
Friday, July 6th
6 - 9 pm
Fort Nisqually Living History Museum at Point Defiance Park
Fun circa 1855, music, races, saltwater taffy fires from a cannon!
$0-10
2. Tacoma Night Market
Saturday, July 7th
5 - 10 pm
734 Pacific Ave
Food, music, local vendors
Free
Image from @tacomanightmarket
3. Art on the Ave
Sunday, July 8th
11 am - 7 pm
6th Ave, from State St to Alder
Tacoma's biggest arts focused festival, 3 stages for live music, booths galore, fun in the street!
Free
4. Blueberry Festival at PLU
Wednesday, July 11th
11 am - 1:30 pm
Red Square at Pacific Lutheran University
Live music, fresh berry dessert, low key
$2.50 for dessert, free with student ID
5. 7 Seas Brewing 9th Anniversary Bash!
Saturday, July 14th
2 - 8 pm
7 Seas Brewing Co, 3006 Judson St, Ste 110, Gig Harbor
Brews, food trucks, live music, tie dye, games
Note: this is NOT IN TACOMA, be sure to go to 7 Seas in Gig Harbor, their original location!
$4
Image from @7seasbrewing
6. Craft Saturdays Job Carr Cabin
Saturday, July 14th
12 - 4 pm
2350 N 30 St, Old Town Park
Fun and simple crafts aimed at kids ages 3 - 9 and their families
Free
Image from @jobcarrcabin - follow them on Instagram for more summer events!
7. Jazz Under the Stars at PLU
Thursday, July 19th: Jovino Santos Neto Quarteto
Thursday, July 26th: LaVon Hardison
7 - 9 pm
Mary Baker Russell Outdoor Amphitheater at Pacific Lutheran University
Live jazz in the fresh air, never cancelled due to weather - just moves indoors
Free
8. 10th Annual Living History Cemetery Tour at Tacoma Cemetery
Friday, July 20th: 6 - 7:40 pm
Saturday, July 21st: 5:40 - 7:40 pm
Tours start every 20 minutes
Tacoma Cemetery, 4801 S Tacoma Way
Presented by Tacoma Cemetery, Tacoma Historical Society, and The Northwest Room of the Tacoma Public Library
$15, Advance Reservation Required: (253) 472-3738 or info@tacomahistory.org
Image from @tacomahistoricalsociety
9. Blooms & Brews by Tacoma Hops & Alice's Table
Saturday, July 21st
2:30 - 5:30 pm
Tour 3 breweries, eat some bites, make your own floral arrangement
$65/pp includes 3 breweries, 2 food pairings, 1 bouquet
Image from @tacomahops
10. Old Town History Walk - Immigrant Influences
Saturday, July 21st
11 am - 12 pm (arrive 10 minutes early)
Start at the Job Carr Job Carr Cabin Museum at 2350 N 30 St, Old Town Park
Learn about Tacoma's early residents - rain or shine!
Free
Follow @jobcarrcabin for information on upcoming history walks.
11. Bob's Java Jive's 63rd Anniversary
Saturday, July 28th
8 pm - 2 am
2102 S Tacoma Way
Karaoke, costumes, drinks, celebration
No cover
Weekly Events
12. Yoga Wild Drop-in Classes
Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Saturday
$5, $10, or "good vibes"
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:30 am at Baltimore Park - North End
11:15 am at Sunset Terrace Park - West End
Wednesdays Sunset Flow Rooftop Yoga
7 pm at Alma Mater Tacoma - Downtown
Saturdays Rise & Shine Rooftop Yoga
7:30 am Alma Mater Tacoma - Downtown
Image from @beyogawild - follow them on Instagram!
13. Summer Storytime at Job Carr Cabin
Fridays, July 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th (and every Friday for the summer!)
11 am
2350 N 30 St, Old Town Park
For children ages 3 - 9 and their families
Free/Pay As You Can
Image from @jobcarrcabin where you'll find all kinds of events and images for all things Old Town.
14. Point Ruston Summer Concert Series
Saturdays, July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th (and every Saturday through September 2!)
5 - 7 pm
Grand Plaza at Point Ruston, 5005 Ruston Way
Fresh air, water views, live music, community fun!
Free
15. Old Town Summer Concert Series at Old Town Park
Wednesdays July 11th, 18th, & 25th
(and onward through August!)
6:30 - 8:30 pm
2350 N 30 St, Old Town Park
Live music in the open air - bring a blanket, bring snacks, bring a friend
Free
Image from @jobcarrcabin
See you out there!
We're normal people, so naturally we don't make it out to all these events. But we do like giving things a try, getting outdoors, people watching, food eating, walking, and community, so we'll be out there, and we hope to send you a smile if we see you. Here's to finding the summer you want to experience!
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