May is here, the sun is shining, and there is so much to do in Tacoma!
Peruse local print art and stick around for a steam roller press, snag some lovely flora at the Lincoln Plant Sale, tour Tacoma's oldest homes, check out a Women Inspired market, get your dance on to some Calypso beats, hit up the Old Town Music and Craft Festival, go back in time at Toytopia, find a great book and meet local authors, or celebrate bike month and maybe win some cool prizes along the way!
We'll see you around, Tacoma
May 2nd and 3rd
Tacoma Wayzgoose is a fun-filled community celebration of letterpress, printmaking, and book arts! Come on out and meet local printers, check out their amazing creations, and even make some keepsakes of your own. You can try your hand at making paper and learn all about bookbinding too. One of the coolest highlights of the weekend is the steamroller printing, where talented local artists carve 2 x 3-foot sheets of linoleum and create stunning prints on giant sheets of paper. Some artists will be there Friday and Saturday and some will only be there on Saturday, so be sure to check out the vendor list. On Saturday there will also be a swap meet, so if you have any font type, table top cabinets, or letter press equipment, bring it on down. It is an event you won’t want to miss!
May 2nd
Spring has sprung and the ever-popular annual Lincoln High School plant sale is ready to address all of your gardening needs. With a selection of dozens of varieties, from veggie starts, to fragrant herbs, and house plants, to the brightest Calendulas and Zinnias, there’s something for every kind of gardener. Shop handmade bird houses from wood shop students, business and marketing seed packets, or stick around for the kiddo snacks class. All proceeds from the sale support Abe’s Acres after school club.
May 3rd & 4th
If you’ve ever driven through some of Tacoma’s historic neighborhoods, there’s a chance a few of the homes have caught your eye. For 25 years, the Historic Homes Tour has been inviting people from the community and visitors to check out some amazing historic houses and buildings in Tacoma. This hands-on experience with Tacoma’s historic homes gives you a fresh look at the city, as you discover the stories behind the architecture and the personal histories of the people who lived there. Over two days, you can explore seven historic spots in north Tacoma. It's a great chance to step inside private homes and see unique architectural details, design features, and get a glimpse into how folks lived in the past. Every ticket comes with a cool souvenir booklet that includes a map. Each house can only be visited once, and you’ll get a stamp in your booklet after touring each building. Don’t forget, you need to show your booklet to get in!
May 9th
This market-style event is all about connection and celebration of women in the workforce. Enjoy shopping 30+ local vendors and snacking on pizza from A Pizza my Mind. While you’re wandering the booths, take time hear inspirational talks by local women engaged in the community, connect with local organizations to learn about careers in trade, and jam to live music from all-female band, Crush on Her X. This event also launches Habitat for Humanities, Giving Circles, a communal fundraising initiative for ongoing monthly Women Build construction programs open to all female-identifying people who want to learn construction skills in a safe and supportive space.
May 16th
Enjoy live music, food, and fun at this Caribbean festival! Pacific Lutheran University’s PSD Pans of Steel and First Creek Pan Program present an evening of steel drums, Calypso beats, and of course delicious treats. Come hungry and grab authentic bites from Trini Plates Caribbean Food and Gigo’s Jamaican Grill. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and sit back while you snack and enjoy the tunes from Steel Inferno, Pans of Steel Calypso, and more! If there is inclement weather, the party will be moved to First Creek Middle School, but will still jam on as planned.
May 17th
Celebrate Tacoma's Heritage Preservation Month at Old Town Craft & Music Fest! This family friendly community event is free and fun for all ages. Hear from local musicians, including local school choirs, roll your sleeves up for some arts and crafts, and learn a little something at the heritage demonstrations. The Job Carr Cabin Museum graciously puts on this event to help educate fellow Tacoman's and preserve the history of how this city came to be. It's an excellent hands-on learning experience!
May 17th - 25th
Book lovers, this event is for YOU! This week long celebration of reading is an opportunity to connect with local book clubs, explore new genres, speak with local authors, and meet fellow readers. There will be workshops, book signings, and even a children's book reading day. Added bonus, the book fair takes place at The Market on Ruston Way! So snag a great read and take a seat in the sun to get lost in your story.
May 23rd
We are very excited about this event! This 21+ experience will be a fantastic journey down memory lane for many attendees, as they explore nostalgic toys from their childhood. The silent disco includes small bites, two drink tickets, and a pair of wireless headphones that allow you to enjoy various music channels while you wander. You can take a few steps across the lighted piano, learn about the history of your favorite board games, create something special on the Lego wall, make beautiful art on the giant Lite-Brite, and, of course, visit the arcade to reconnect with classic characters like Jump Man, Dig Dug, and Ms. Pac-Man. We'll see you there!
Downtown on the Go! is celebrating Bike Month with a few events and prizes!
May 16th
Ride down to Wright Park between 11am and 1pm for treats and free bike safety gear. There will be complimentary basic bike tune ups provided by Opalescent Cyclery and free helmets provided by the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department.
May 19th – 30th
Get your Bingo card from Downtown on the Go and complete various activities, site seeing, or practice riding around town to complete your card for a chance to win a bike prize pack!
May 29th
Ride your bike down to the Broadway Farmers Market on Thursday May 29th, from 10am - 2pm, and receive a $5 market token from the DOTG booth! There will be more free helmets and a chance to turn in your Bike Bingo card early.
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