Saturday, July 5th, 2025
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The registration window for the fall Arts Walk in Olympia is now open for local artists, performers and businesses to join the celebration on Oct. 3 and Oct. 4. Applicants must submit forms by July 15 for booth spaces or by July 31 for venue hosting (deadlines set by the City of Olympia). JOLT
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Olympia Dragon Boat Festival
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Olympia Wooden Boat Festival — Free entry — Experience thrilling dragon boat races alongside cultural performances and local vendors.
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Capital Lakefair
Ongoing — Capital Lakefair — Free entry — Explore carnival rides, food booths, crafts, and enjoy live entertainment at this vibrant family-friendly festival.
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Switchback 360 at Capital Lakefair
8:30 p.m. — Capital Lakefair — Free entry — Experience live music from Switchback 360 under the stars after the parade.
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Kaitie Wade Concert at Urraco Coffee Co
6-12 p.m. — Urraco Coffee Co — Entry TBA — Enjoy a night of pop-country tunes from Seattle's own Kaitie Wade as she showcases her artistry.
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