Good morning, Olympia.

On Saturday, July 19, hundreds of runners participated in the Olympia Lakefair Races, which included a 3K, an 8K and the half-marathon renamed the Jerry Miller Half Marathon to honor the former coach battling Parkinson’s disease—funds raised will support the Rotary Club and local high school track and cross-country programs. Thousands later gathered at Heritage Park for the Capital Lakefair Grand Parade at 5 p.m.

During the hard times of the Great Depression in Olympia, the Capitol Theater started a Mickey Mouse Club for kids under 12 in January 1930 to offer free Saturday matinees.

The club had its first meeting on May 10 and grew to over 1,500 members by October—local businesses helped by offering prizes and fun contests.

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.

The Rookery Apartments Open House

Explore Tumwater's premier Net Zero luxury apartment community and be among the first to reserve one of the six available units at The Rookery. The address is 6504 Capitol Blvd SE, Tumwater, WA. Just follow the signs to find the entrance off Z Street!

Beatles vs Stones - A Musical Showdown

7:30-9 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate musical clash between two legendary bands in a lively performance.

17th Annual Olympia Pub Crawl

3-8 p.m. — Nicole's Bar — $25 until August 1st, $30 day of event — A fun walking tour of local pubs supporting childhood cancer research and family support.

Dream Create: A Half-Day Workshop

10 AM – 2 PM — Kenneydell Park — Workshop fee applies — Engage in creating a dream art journal amidst nature in Olympia, WA.

Scherler Sundays: Free Concert Series

3-7 p.m. — Carnegie Library — Free entry — Enjoy a fantastic lineup of over 30 independent bands in a family-friendly, outdoor setting.

Fish, Forage, Fire!

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Squaxin Park — Cost not specified — Dive into fishing, archery, and foraging skills at this outdoor camp.

Billy Nation - A Tribute to Billy Joel

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the hits of Billy Joel with a high-energy tribute concert that gets the audience singing along.

Family Retreat Washington

Aug 18-22 — Black Lake Bible Camp and Retreat Center — $375 per person — A Christ-centered retreat designed for families living with disabilities, offering fun and accessible activities.