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!
june
09may(may 9)10:00 am08jun(jun 8)5:00 pm“First Stop” - South Sound Studio Tour
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May 9 (Friday) 10:00 am - June 8 (Sunday) 5:00 pm
Location
Childhood's End Gallery
222 4th Ave West
Organizer
Childhood's End Gallery
Representing over one hundred American artists and artisans working in oil, glass, ceramics, wood, metal, and more, we are pleased to provide an exceptional variety of choices for truly unique gifts, personal mementos, functional craft, and home decor.
06jun4:00 pm8:00 pm$1 Admission | First Friday Night
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(Friday) 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Hands on Children's Museum
414 Jefferson Street NE
Organizer
Hands on Children's Museum
08jun10:00 am12:00 pmSea Stroll: A Historic Walking Tour
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(Sunday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Puget Sound Estuarium
309 State Ave NE
Organizer
Puget Sound Estuarium
11jun5:15 pm6:30 pmLoveOly Business Connect
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Join us for Business Connect, a new monthly networking event designed to bring downtown businesses together! Let’s connect, collaborate, and get to know our neighbors.
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Join us for Business Connect, a new monthly networking event designed to bring downtown businesses together! Let’s connect, collaborate, and get to know our neighbors.
Don’t miss this chance to build relationships and strengthen our business community! RSVP here: https://forms.gle/bDi9BicuQvvDqRhz8
Want to host a future event? Sign up here: https://forms.gle/f7PUMxG3b7MT4ADC6
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Time
(Wednesday) 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Location
Underhill Plants
117 Washington St NE, Olympia, WA 98501
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(Thursday) 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location
Davis Williams Building
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14jun7:30 pm8:30 pmMCE: Women Rock!
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(Saturday) 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
The Washington Center for the Performing Arts
512 Washington Street SE
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14jun7:30 pm8:30 pmAzúcar, A Latine PRIDE Experience
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(Saturday) 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
The Kenneth J Minnaert Black Box
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17jun6:30 pm8:00 pmStoryOly: Gut Feeling
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Time
(Tuesday) 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
The Brotherhood Lounge
119 Capitol Way N
Organizer
The Brotherhood Lounge
20jun(jun 20)3:00 pm22(jun 22)2:00 pmLoveOly SummerFest
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Time
20 (Friday) 3:00 pm - 22 (Sunday) 2:00 pm
Location
Downtown Olympia
5th Ave and Washington Street
Organizer
28jun7:30 pm8:30 pmI'm Not A Comedian...I'm Lenny Bruce
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Time
(Saturday) 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
Washington Center for the Performing Arts
512 Washington Street SE
july
09jul6:00 pm8:00 pmLoveOly Music in the Park
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Music in the Park Every Wednesday from July 9-30! Presented by Olympia Federal Savings, this highly anticipated event promises a season of quality music that
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Music in the Park Every Wednesday from July 9-30! Presented by Olympia Federal Savings, this highly anticipated event promises a season of quality music that will have attendees dancing while enjoying beautiful Sylvester Park and the scenic views from Port of Olympia’s Port Plaza.
Music in the Park is a free outdoor concert series that showcases local and regional musicians, bringing some of the best northwest musical talent downtown. Attendees can sit back and take in the outdoors while they enjoy live music in a relaxing and inviting environment. The series attracts between 600 and 1,000 attendees per show, making it a popular community event.
Opening acts start at 6 pm, headliners will perform from 7-8 pm. Line up announced soon!
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Time
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Sylvester park
615 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA 98501
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12jul9:00 am2:00 pmFire Rescue Spectacular!
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Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Hands on Children's Museum
414 Jefferson Street NE
Organizer
Hands on Children's Museum
13jul10:00 am12:00 pmSea Stroll: A Historic Walking Tour
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Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Puget Sound Estuarium
309 State Ave NE
Organizer
Puget Sound Estuarium
15jul6:30 pm8:00 pmStoryOly: Filled With Wonder
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Time
(Tuesday) 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
The Brotherhood Lounge
119 Capitol Way N
Organizer
The Brotherhood Lounge
16jul6:00 pm8:00 pmLoveOly Music in the Park
Event Details
Music in the Park Every Wednesday from July 9-30! Presented by Olympia Federal Savings, this highly anticipated event promises a season of quality music that
Event Details
Music in the Park Every Wednesday from July 9-30! Presented by Olympia Federal Savings, this highly anticipated event promises a season of quality music that will have attendees dancing while enjoying beautiful Sylvester Park and the scenic views from Port of Olympia’s Port Plaza.
Music in the Park is a free outdoor concert series that showcases local and regional musicians, bringing some of the best northwest musical talent downtown. Attendees can sit back and take in the outdoors while they enjoy live music in a relaxing and inviting environment. The series attracts between 600 and 1,000 attendees per show, making it a popular community event.
Opening acts start at 6 pm, headliners will perform from 7-8 pm. Line up announced soon!
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Time
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Sylvester park
615 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Organizer
23jul6:00 pm8:00 pmLoveOly Music in the Park
Event Details
Music in the Park Every Wednesday from July 9-30! Presented by Olympia Federal Savings, this highly anticipated event promises a season of quality music that
Event Details
Music in the Park Every Wednesday from July 9-30! Presented by Olympia Federal Savings, this highly anticipated event promises a season of quality music that will have attendees dancing while enjoying beautiful Sylvester Park and the scenic views from Port of Olympia’s Port Plaza.
Music in the Park is a free outdoor concert series that showcases local and regional musicians, bringing some of the best northwest musical talent downtown. Attendees can sit back and take in the outdoors while they enjoy live music in a relaxing and inviting environment. The series attracts between 600 and 1,000 attendees per show, making it a popular community event.
Opening acts start at 6 pm, headliners will perform from 7-8 pm. Line up announced soon!
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Time
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Sylvester park
615 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Organizer
30jul6:00 pm8:00 pmLoveOly Music in the Park
Event Details
Music in the Park Every Wednesday from July 9-30! Presented by Olympia Federal Savings, this highly anticipated event promises a season of quality music that
Event Details
Music in the Park Every Wednesday from July 9-30! Presented by Olympia Federal Savings, this highly anticipated event promises a season of quality music that will have attendees dancing while enjoying beautiful Sylvester Park and the scenic views from Port of Olympia’s Port Plaza.
Music in the Park is a free outdoor concert series that showcases local and regional musicians, bringing some of the best northwest musical talent downtown. Attendees can sit back and take in the outdoors while they enjoy live music in a relaxing and inviting environment. The series attracts between 600 and 1,000 attendees per show, making it a popular community event.
Opening acts start at 6 pm, headliners will perform from 7-8 pm. Line up announced soon!
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Time
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Port Plaza
701 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA 98501
Organizer
august
10aug10:00 am12:00 pmSea Stroll: A Historic Walking Tour
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Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Puget Sound Estuarium
309 State Ave NE
Organizer
Puget Sound Estuarium
19aug6:30 pm8:00 pmStoryOly: Wake Up Call
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Time
(Tuesday) 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
The Brotherhood Lounge
119 Capitol Way N
Organizer
The Brotherhood Lounge
“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.
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