Daily
Olympia
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city set a May 28 deadline for a by-name list of residents at The Jungle, prompting outreach groups to say timeline is too short and notices in English may exclude people. Officials say the list will secure housing units as part of a transition plan — to support residents. JOLT
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Native Plant Tea Party Celebration
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — WET Science Center — Free entry — Sip on teas brewed with native plants and craft stylish takeaways from the celebration.
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The Litch Brothers: An Evening of Bluegrass and Folk
7-9 p.m. — The Juice Box Public House — All ages welcome — Experience an exciting blend of bluegrass and old-time folk music with The Litch Brothers and Jackero.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus - Metropolis
Time TBA — Capital Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a breathtaking aquatic spectacle with global talent and outstanding performances.
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80s Dance Party
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Enjoy a nostalgic evening of big hair and neon lights with the ultimate 80's dance anthems.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus - Metropolis
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Capital Mall, Olympia, WA — VIP tickets available — Experience a captivating water circus with premium seating options and entertainment packages.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus - Metropolis
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Capital Mall — Tickets starting at $69 — Experience a stunning live water circus that promises to be a can't-miss event in Olympia.
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6th Annual Car Show
12-5 p.m. — Medicine Creek Winery — Free entry — Show off your favorite vehicle while enjoying live music, pizza, beer, and wine.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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