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Olympia
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Olympia City Council endorsed a proclamation on Tuesday, March 3, designating 2026 as the Budd Inlet Six – 50th Anniversary Year. March 7 is now Budd Inlet Six Commemoration Day as residents and schools are urged to host educational events to honor the milestone. JOLT
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Olympia Career Fair
9:30 AM-12:30 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Olympia — Free entry — Network with recruiters from local and Fortune 500 companies for exciting job opportunities.
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Heritage Park — Registration required — Compete in various run distances and earn your medal in beautiful Olympia.
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Donut Dash 5k
8:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Heritage Park — Registration fee varies — Dash for your donut with a fun 5K and 1K kids run around Capitol Lake.
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Pilobolus: Other Worlds Collection
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — $32-$90 — Experience the innovative and captivating physicality of Pilobolus as they explore the beauty of connected bodies.
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A Garden Trinity: Soil, Pollinators, and Plants Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — REI — Free entry — Explore the vital roles of soil, pollinators, and plants in this informative gardening workshop.
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Heritage Park — Registration required — Participate in a thrilling race in Olympia's beautiful Heritage Park.
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South Sound Community Orchestra Spring Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Lacey Community Center — Free admission — Enjoy an evening of classical favorites with community music and family-friendly fun.
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Rebirth & Bloom Faire
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — The Olympia Center — Free entry — Explore a metaphysical market with local artisans and immersive experiences honoring transformation and renewal.
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