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.

whatโ€™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!ย 

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November

25sep(sep 25)10:00 am15nov(nov 15)5:00 pmNocturnal

01oct8:00 am30nov(nov 30)5:00 pmArts Olympia Fall Show

13nov(nov 13)12:00 pm14(nov 14)5:00 pmHoliday Gift Gallery

14nov10:00 am4:00 pmAutumn Art

14nov1:00 pm4:00 pmNavigating Burnout with Care

15nov1:00 pm2:30 pmWriting Class: You Are Here: Memory, Place, and the Power of โ€œYouโ€

17nov4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

19nov5:00 pm8:00 pmThrowback Thursday Musical Trivia!

20nov(nov 20)12:00 pm21(nov 21)5:00 pmHoliday Gift Gallery

21nov10:00 am2:00 pmArbutus Folk School - Craft Market Fundraiser

21nov10:00 am4:00 pmTankful for Toilets

21nov6:00 pm9:00 pmLa Befana & Italian Holiday Magick

24nov4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

27nov(nov 27)12:00 pm28(nov 28)5:00 pmHoliday Gift Gallery

December

01dec4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

04dec(dec 4)12:00 pm05(dec 5)5:00 pmHoliday Gift Gallery

05dec10:00 am4:00 pmRainy Crafternoon

08dec4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

11dec(dec 11)12:00 pm12(dec 12)5:00 pmHoliday Gift Gallery

12dec10:00 am4:00 pmWinter Wildlife

15dec4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

18dec(dec 18)12:00 pm19(dec 19)5:00 pmHoliday Gift Gallery

19dec10:00 am4:00 pmScience Storytime

22dec4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

29dec4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

January

05jan4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

12jan4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

19jan4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

26jan4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

February

02feb4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

09feb4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

16feb4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

23feb4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

March

02mar4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

09mar4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

16mar4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

23mar4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

27mar6:00 pm7:30 pmBATSU!

27mar9:00 pm10:30 pmBATSU!

30mar4:00 pm5:30 pmTHE YOUNG ARTISTS COLLECTIVE

โ€œI am lucky enough to be able to walk downtown to a job I enjoy and to my favorite shops and breweries โ€“ all surrounded by Olympiaโ€™s natural beauty and caring community.โ€

โ€“ Lyndsie M.

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