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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!

october

25oct(oct 25)10:00 am31(oct 31)4:00 pmBoo Bash! 2024

november

29nov7:00 pm9:00 pmTellebration!

january

28jan5:30 pm6:45 pmParenting Class: Sleep Support

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“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.

Join us at the Olympia library on Wednesday, Octob

Join us at the Olympia library on Wednesday, October 30 at 6:30 pm for a special film screening with live score accompaniment! We will watch the 1984 chiller The Company of Wolves, a gothic fantasy horror film based on a story by the one and only Angela Carter. Local DJ and musician Domenica Diavoleria will perform her own score alongside the film. Diavoleria's albums will be available for purchase after the show. All library programs are free and open to the public.

Join @capitollandtrust (CLT) and @pugetsoundestuar

Join @capitollandtrust (CLT) and @pugetsoundestuarium to witness one of nature’s most extraordinary displays of migration and resilience. Every fall thousands of chum salmon return from the Pacific Ocean to Johns Creek at our Bayshore Preserve where their lives began. Here they spawn, marking the transition of one generation of salmon to the next.

How’s everyone’s scavenger hunt going? From

How’s everyone’s scavenger hunt going?

From now until October 31, join in the downtown scavenger hunt at participating businesses and get ready for an adventure filled with treats, surprises, and all the Halloween spirit! 🕸️

Get a map and list of participating businesses here: https://loveolydowntown.com/events/loveoly-downtown-for-halloween/

🎃👻 Calling all superheroes, villains, ghosts

🎃👻 Calling all superheroes, villains, ghosts, and goblins! 🎃👻

Downtown Olympia is the place to be this Halloween! On October 31, bring your little ones for a spooky adventure full of treats, surprises, and plenty of Halloween spirit. 🍬✨

See you there! 🕸️

#LoveOlyHalloween #FamilyFun #TrickOrTreat

🎶✨ Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia 25th

🎶✨ Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia 25th Anniversary Season Kickoff! ✨🎶

Join us for an exhilarating afternoon of music as we celebrate SOGO’s 25th anniversary with performances by the Conservatory, Philharmonic, and Academy orchestras, plus the Brass Choir! 🎻🎺

🌟 Highlights include:

Johannes Hanssen’s Valdres March
Mozart’s Symphony No. 25 conducted by student Adeline Rice
Florence Price’s Dances in the Canebrakes, with dancers from Ballet Northwest
Mark Thome’s inventive America the Beautiful variations
With over 160 talented young musicians from across the South Sound, this inspiring program blends classical and contemporary works. Don’t miss this extraordinary event, sponsored by Olympic Dermatology!

Date: Sunday, November 3
Time: 4:00 pm

Buy tickets: washingtoncenter.org/event/sogo-fall-concert-11-3-24

🎃👻 Boo Bash at the @handsonchildrensmuseum 👻🎃

Celebrate fall with family-friendly thrills and spooky treats at Boo Bash, happening from Oct. 25-31! Enjoy Halloween-inspired fun without the fright—perfect for kids of all ages.

🕸️ Boo Bash Activities
Get ready for spine-tingling, hands-on activities from 10 AM – 4 PM each day! Activities vary by date, so be sure to check the online event calendar for all the details.

📅 Dates: Oct. 25-31
🎟️ Save $1 per ticket when you buy online—reservations recommended!

Don’t miss this week of spooky fun at the Hands On Children's Museum! 🎉

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