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! 

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june

13jun(jun 13)10:00 am27jul(jul 27)5:00 pmSummer Reading List

20jun(jun 20)3:00 pm22(jun 22)2:00 pmLoveOly SummerFest

21jun1:00 pm5:00 pmJuneteenth Celebration 2025

28jun7:30 pm8:30 pmI'm Not A Comedian...I'm Lenny Bruce

july

13jun(jun 13)10:00 am27jul(jul 27)5:00 pmSummer Reading List

09jul6:00 pm8:00 pmLoveOly Music in the Park

11jul12:00 pm3:00 pmPlaza Pop-up: Boat Building

12jul9:00 am2:00 pmFire Rescue Spectacular! 

12jul10:00 am4:00 pmHere Be Dragons

13jul10:00 am12:00 pmSea Stroll: A Historic Walking Tour

15jul6:30 pm8:00 pmStoryOly: Filled With Wonder

16jul6:00 pm8:00 pmLoveOly Music in the Park

19jul10:00 am4:00 pmSharkapalooza!

23jul6:00 pm8:00 pmLoveOly Music in the Park

25jul12:00 pm3:00 pmPlaza Pop-up: Boat Building

26jul10:00 am4:00 pmExtraterrestrial H2O

30jul6:00 pm8:00 pmLoveOly Music in the Park

august

02aug10:00 am4:00 pmTake Flight

08aug12:00 pm3:00 pmPlaza Pop-Up: Bubble Festival!

09aug10:00 am4:00 pmNature in the City

10aug10:00 am12:00 pmSea Stroll: A Historic Walking Tour

16aug10:00 am4:00 pmWET’s Birthday Bash + Tour

19aug6:30 pm8:00 pmStoryOly: Wake Up Call

22aug12:00 pm3:00 pmPlaza Pop-Up: Bubble Festival & Mascots Day

23aug10:00 am4:00 pmPond Life Safari

september

06sep10:00 am4:00 pmA Nautical Adventure

13sep10:00 am4:00 pmTales from a Tardigrade + DHH Interpreted Tour

27sep10:00 am4:00 pmSalmon Saturday

“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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