Olympia Downtown Alliance - LoveOly

shop, dine & explore downtown Olympia

Discover the charm of downtown Olympia, Washington, where historic streets lined with eclectic shops, diverse dining options, and cultural landmarks create a bustling urban hub. Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant arts scene, savor local cuisine, and explore its rich history while strolling through the heart of this captivating capital.

what’s happening

Whether it is one our annual LoveOly events or a host of other fun, festive or cultural activities hosted by community members...there is always something going on downtown, Olympia!

november

21nov(nov 21)10:00 am11jan(jan 11)6:00 pmAnimal Dreams

22nov10:00 am2:00 pmArbutus Folk School Craft Market Fundraiser

22nov10:00 am4:00 pmFollow Your Flush + Tour

22nov10:00 am6:00 pmHoliday Open House

28novAll Day24decDowntown For the Holidays – November 28th– December 24th 2025

30nov10:00 am4:30 pmLoveOly WinterFestLoveOly WinterFest

december

21nov(nov 21)10:00 am11jan(jan 11)6:00 pmAnimal Dreams

28novAll Day24decDowntown For the Holidays – November 28th– December 24th 2025

04dec7:00 pm8:00 pmReduced Shakespeare Company’s The Ultimate Christmas Show (Abridged)

05dec7:30 pm8:30 pmColbie Caillat and Gavin DeGraw: Christmas Tour 2025

06dec10:00 am4:00 pmThe Power of Stories

06dec7:30 pm8:30 pmMCE: Holding the Light

09dec4:00 pm5:30 pmCybersecurity Basics Class

13dec10:00 am4:00 pmScientist for a Day

13dec6:30 pm9:00 pmAirbound Arts Circus Spectacular!

20dec10:00 am4:00 pmSolstice Celebration

20dec(dec 20)10:00 am04jan(jan 4)4:00 pmHoliday Activities at Hands On

27dec10:00 am4:00 pmNot-So Bored Games

january

21nov(nov 21)10:00 am11jan(jan 11)6:00 pmAnimal Dreams

20dec(dec 20)10:00 am04jan(jan 4)4:00 pmHoliday Activities at Hands On

08jan7:30 pm8:30 pmComedy Underground

16jan7:30 pm8:30 pmStop Making Sense: Live Event Hosted by Jerry Harrison

24jan7:00 pm8:00 pmStories from the Warrior Society

26jan7:30 pm8:30 pmDirty Dancing in Concert

27jan5:30 pm6:45 pmParenting Class: The Magic of Meltdowns

31jan7:30 pm8:30 pmPink Martini

february

01feb7:00 pm8:00 pmInternational Guitar Night

15feb2:00 pm3:00 pmSilent Movie: Love, Luck, and Laughter: A Buster Keaton Double Feature

26feb7:30 pm8:30 pmComedy Underground

march

03mar5:30 pm6:45 pmParenting Class: Imminent Adolescence

“I am lucky enough to be able to walk downtown to a job I enjoy and to my favorite shops and breweries – all surrounded by Olympia’s natural beauty and caring community.”

– Lyndsie M.

☕️❄️ Warm up at LoveOly WinterFest with ou

☕️❄️ Warm up at LoveOly WinterFest with our Hot Chocolate Station hosted by @sofiesscoopsgelato + Batdorf & Bronson!

Rich cocoa, cozy vibes, and the perfect treat to keep the WinterFest magic going. ✨

#LoveOly #WinterFest #DowntownOlympia #HotChocolateSeason #SofiesScoops #BatdorfAndBronson

LoveOly WinterFest is back on Sunday, Nov. 30, fro

LoveOly WinterFest is back on Sunday, Nov. 30, from 10am–4pm at 5th & Washington, kicking off Downtown for the Holidays, presented by WSECU — a month filled with lights, shopping, music, and community magic.

And kiddos? We’ve got SO much for them to explore!

✨ Puget Sound Estuarium: Biofact guessing game + marine-themed craft
✨ Hands On Children's Museum: Tin holiday ornaments + cranberry construction activity
✨ Olympia Family Theater: Suncatchers + puppets

And did we mention the free hot cocoa and coffee, while supplies last?!

Fun, festive… and totally FREE! Bring the whole family and celebrate the season the LoveOly way. 💛
Our complete schedule is here: https://loveolydowntown.com/events/loveoly-downtown-for-the-holidays/
#LoveOly #WinterFest #DowntownOlympia #DowntownForTheHolidays #OlyWa #PNWholidays

✨ Downtown Olympia is about to shine! ✨ LoveO

✨ Downtown Olympia is about to shine! ✨

LoveOly WinterFest is back on Sunday, Nov. 30 from 10am–4pm at 5th & Washington — and we can’t wait to kick off Downtown for the Holidays, presented by WSECU. 🎄✨

Think lights, local shopping, festive music, and all the community magic you love. 💛

🎶 Enjoy live entertainment all day long featuring a holiday quartet, local choirs, schools, and hometown performers who bring the season to life.

Bundle up, bring your people, and join us as we start the holidays the Olympia way. ❄️✨

Grateful to our Downtown Champion sponsors — @ar

Grateful to our Downtown Champion sponsors — @archibaldsisters, @chelseafarmsoysterbar, @heritagebanknw, @olympia_computer168, and @spscc — for helping bring the magic to downtown this holiday season. Shop local, shop downtown this season! 🎄

#LoveOly #LoveOlyWinterfest #DowntownForTheHolidays #DowntownOlympia

The countdown to Winterfest is on! Thanks to @wsec

The countdown to Winterfest is on! Thanks to @wsecu , the holidays are kicking off in style downtown Olympia. Mark your calendar for WinterFest on Nov 30 & the season-long festivities of Downtown for the Holidays kicking off from Dec 1–24. We’ve got Santa visits, snowfall, local makers, kid activities, and so much more planned. See you there! 🎅

#LoveOly #LoveOlyWinterfest #DowntownForTheHolidays #DowntownOlympia #WSECU

It’s back! The beloved tree-lighting at Sylveste

It’s back! The beloved tree-lighting at Sylvester Park returns — and we’re ready to glow. Gather at the park for the magic moment as lights come on, the spirit lifts, and downtown Olympia shines.

Come for the tree lighting, stay for...
☕ Free hot coffee from @batdorfandbronson
🎅🏼 A visit with santa at the gazebo
🎵 Beautiful carols from The Silver Bell Quartet:
@stephlayton
@itscoldright
@bruha_lives
@gacetta

Bring your family and friends! It's a great way to kick off the holiday season. See you there!

📅Nov 30
⏰4:15 - 4:45 PM, ceremony at 4:30 PM
📍Sylvester Park, Downtown Olympia

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