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

29nov(nov 29)8:00 am24dec(dec 24)5:00 pmLoveOly Shop & Dine - Holiday Edition

29nov7:00 pm9:00 pmTellebration!

december

29nov(nov 29)8:00 am24dec(dec 24)5:00 pmLoveOly Shop & Dine - Holiday Edition

01dec12:00 pm6:00 pmLoveOly WinterFestLoveOly WinterFest

january

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

march

04mar5:30 pm6:45 pmParenting Class: Healthy Choices, Bodies, and Attitudes

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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 @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.

What's happening at the @olympiatimberlandlibrary

What's happening at the @olympiatimberlandlibrary this week? Check it out:

Get Ready for Medicare Open Enrollment
Monday, November 4, 4 to 5:30pm
Join us in the meeting room for a free, unbiased presentation on Medicare, provided by staff from the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) and sponsored by Senior Services for South Sound

Discovery Speaker Series: Save Our Salmon
Thursday, November 7 at 6:30pm
Columbia-Snake River Salmon: So much more than a fish! Join us for a conversation with Joseph Bogaard, executive director of the Save Our Wild Salmon Coalition to learn about what's working - and what isn't - as our region strives to rebuild healthy salmon populations and the many benefits they bring to our communities and lands and waters.

Lantern Lights the Library: Live Music
Friday, November 8 at 7pm
This series of events makes local music accessible to people of all ages in a safe, fun environment. Come get loud at the Library! Sponsored by Lantern Records and the Friends of the Olympia Library.

🎶✨ Get tickets toStudent Orchestras of Greate

🎶✨ Get tickets toStudent 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

Applications are now open for LoveOly Winterfest M

Applications are now open for LoveOly Winterfest Maker's Market in downtown Olympia. This one-day event is a great way to kick-off the holiday market season!

The cost to vend at the festival is $150.00. Applications close October 31st and the event is already more than half full. Apply online: https://bit.ly/3Uuf8b6

🎶 South Sound Music Summit 2023 🎶 📅 Sunda

🎶 South Sound Music Summit 2023 🎶
📅 Sunday, November 17
📍 The Olympia Ballroom - 116 Legion Way SE

Calling all musicians, performers, and industry pros! Join us at the South Sound Music Summit, a must-attend event for anyone in the music scene to network, gain insights, and level up their careers. Whether you’re an artist, manager, or just passionate about music, this summit has something for everyone!

✨ What to Expect:
🎸 Panels and break-out sessions
🎶 Tips on releasing music & albums
📈 Demystifying industry metrics and signing processes
💡 Marketing, fan-building, and more!
🎟️ FREE to attend, but register in advance!

Let’s come together to support, learn, and grow our creative community. Don’t miss it!

🇺🇸✨ @harlequin_productions Presents: What

🇺🇸✨ @harlequin_productions Presents: What the Constitution Means to Me ✨🇺🇸

From October 18 - November 3, don’t miss Heidi Schreck’s groundbreaking play, What the Constitution Means to Me! This thought-provoking and deeply personal production breathes new life into the U.S. Constitution, exploring how it has impacted generations of women.

Follow Heidi’s journey as she resurrects her 15-year-old self, reflecting on her teenage years as a Constitutional debate champion and the lasting effect the document has had on her family’s history. Hilarious, hopeful, and full of heart, this play will inspire you to rethink the Constitution’s role in shaping America’s future.

📅 Dates: October 18 - November 3, 2024
📍 Location: Harlequin Productions
🎟️ Get your tickets now at harlequinproductions.org and join us for this must-see event!

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