FUNTIVITIES MAY 2015
Puyallup RV Show – There is still time!
Washington State Fairgrounds
Sleep Country Showplex: Enter blue gate
110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup, 98371
April 30 – May 3
Thursday & Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Admission: Adults, $10; Students 13-18, $7; 12 and under free with paid adult
The Puyallup RV Show with featured manufactured housing has something for every
leisure need. From a tent trailer to a vacation home on the lake, the show has it! There is
no better place to comparison shop local dealers and see all the new RVs in one
convenient location. Lots of seminars and attractions too. For more information go to
www.thefair.com.
Packwood Mountain Festival
12990 U.S. Highway 12, Packwood, 98361
May 1 - 3
Friday: Noon – 5:00; Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Admission: Free
Make a day of it and head to Packwood. Events include demonstrations on wood carving,
gold panning, crafts, book signings, kid’s activities, wooden toy making, and more. Food
and craft vendors will be on hand as well as lots of music entertainers for your enjoyment.
For more information go to www.whitepasscountrymuseum.org.
Cinco de Mayo Spring Fling
Lakewood Community Center
9112 Lakewood Drive SW, Lakewood, 98499
Saturday May 2
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Admission: $12 (must pre-register 253-798-4091)
Its fiesta time! Pierce County Parks and Recreation along with the City of Lakewood Senior
Center are hosting the first ever Cinco De Mayo Spring Fling. Music, games, photos, and
scavenger hunts are a few of the planned festivities. Make sure to bring your appetite for
the nacho bar. Each participant will get a special souvenir to take home. For more
information go to www.co.pierce.wa.us.
Family Nature Walks
Saturday May 2
Titlow Park
8425 6th Ave, Tacoma, 98404; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Saturday May 23
McKinley Park
645 Upper Park St, Tacoma, 98404; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Admission: Free
Explore Tacoma’s Parks during this free naturalist led walk. Discover amazing plants and
animals and how they adapt to the seasons. Walks are organized and led by Tacoma
Nature Center staff. Note: Not recommended for strollers or kids under 3. Pre-registration
is recommended. For more information go to www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Point Defiance Ling Cod Derby
Point Defiance Marina
5912 North Waterfront Drive, Tacoma, 98407
Saturday May 2
6:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Entry fee: $15 per angler Spectators: Free
Lucky anglers will catch a tasty fish and a chance to win cash and prizes in the 7 th annual
Ling Cod Derby. What a great way to kick off the bottom fishing season and have a chance
to collect a good pay day! All fish and wildlife rules apply. Only legal fish will qualify. All
passengers on the boat must be registered for the derby. Call 591-5325 or for more
information go to www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Mom & Son Dance
Meridian Habitat Park
14422 Meridian E, Puyallup, 98375
Friday May 8
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Admission: $8 couple; $7 each additional son
Must pre-register by May 5 at 798-4177
Mothers and sons, enjoy an evening just for you! All ages are welcome; come prepared to
dance the night away. An array of music will please all age groups and tastes. A
professional photographer will be onsite starting at 6:30 p.m. with reasonably priced
photos to take home at the end of the night. For more information go to
www.co.pierce.wa.us.
Half Price Mom’s Day at the Zoo
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma, 98407
Saturday May 9
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Admission: Half price off general admission for Moms ($17.00)
Meet animals up close, watch the show put on by the Wild Wonders Outdoor Theater, or
sit and enjoy a drink at the café. For more information go to www.pdza.org.
The Wallup in Puyallup
Washington State Fairgrounds
110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup, 98371
Blue parking lot
May 15 - 17
Friday: Noon – 9:00 p.m.; Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Admission: Free Parking: Free
The Wallup in Puyallup is back with over 1200 pre-owned and new cars and trucks
reduced in price for this three day event. All makes and models on hand. For more
information go to www.puyallupcars.com.
Armed Forces Day Celebration
Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Lewis Main
Saturday May 16
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Admission: Free
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Lewis Main, will open its gates to the Puget Sound community
for the installations Armed Forces Day. This year’s attractions include military vehicle
displays, historical military reenactments, carnival rides, music and roving entertainment,
climbing wall, and of course food and vendors. Note: the carnival rides, food, and crafts
are available for purchase. Bring ID please. For more information and driving directions go
to www.jblmmwr.com/armedforcesday.
Heirloom’s Puyallup Rubber Stamp & Paper Arts Festival
Washington State Fairgrounds
110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup, 98371
Pavilion, Enter Gold Gate
May 16 & 17
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Admission: Saturday, $8; Sunday, $6
This show is a rubber stampers and card makers delight. The 21 st annual retail consumer
show features art rubber stamps, card making, scrapbooking, paper crafts, arts, and more.
For more information go to www.thefair.com.
Point Defiance Marina Swap Meet
5412 North Waterfront Drive, Tacoma, 98407
Saturday May 16
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Admission: No admission for shoppers
Visit Point Defiance Marina to pick up some new gear or pick up some gently used
sporting and boating goods or related items. For more information go to
www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Lacey Spring Fun Fair
St Martin’s University
5300 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, 98503
May 16:10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
May 17: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Admission: Free
Two days of fun for families and young people of all ages. Since 1988 the Lacey Spring
Fun Fair has provided free kidsworld activities (over 50 activities) and entertainment for
thousands of visitors. See the circus train, inflatable’s, crafts, food, the grand parade on
Saturday at 6:00 p.m., and a car show and talent show on Sunday. For more information
go to www.laceyspringfunfair.com.
Petpalooza
Game Farm Park
3030 R Street SE, Auburn, 98002
Saturday May 16
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Admission: Free
This is a free event for pet lovers and a special day for your four legged family member or
other furry friend. Kicked off with a dog trot 3k/5k fun run (9:30 a.m.) the Petpalooza
features an animal related entertainment stage, live entertainment, Skyhoundz Disc Dog
Championships, Seattle Flydogs demos, pony rides, the “unleashed” pet contests, agility
areas, a pet parade at noon, over 150 vendor booths, giveaways, and lots of activities to
keep both humans and pets entertained. Don’t miss the petting zoo, inter species animal
racing Farmland Follies shows and a kids famous “Ag-Ventureland”. Leashed, licensed,
and well behaved pets are welcome! For more information go to www.auburnwa.gov.
Packwood Flea Market
104 Snyder Road, Packwood, 98361
May 22-25
May 22 - 24: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
May 25: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Admission: Free
First established in the 1970’s, the Packwood Flea Market is the most popular flea market
in the northwest – and over a mile long! Vendors from all over converge on the tiny town of
Packwood in a free-for-all of products, goods, handmade items, food, and entertainment.
You may never have seen an amalgamation of things like this. For more information go to
www.packwoodfleamarket.com.
Electric Run
Washington State Fairgrounds
Sleep Country Showplex/Throughout fairgrounds
Enter Gold Gate
110 9th Avenue SW, Puyallup, 98371
Saturday May 23
Gates open at 6:00 p.m.; race starts at 9:00 p.m.
Admission: $39.50 - $79.00; buy early for the best price
Enjoy the fun and do this interactive run that will take you to a whole different world. Along
the 5k route, music will pump and lights will dance, creating an electric wonderland that will
keep you energized and moving to the beat. You will run, walk, and dance through distinct
lands with lights and music custom mixed to match the mood of the lighting elements. For
more information go to www.electricrun.com/seatac.
Please Note: All listed events are subject to change so please verify
before you attend!