Festivals & fairs
Tacoma Festivals
Festivals and fairs on our calendar. Events outside Tacoma city limits show their actual location.
14 events
Sat, Nov 7, 11am· 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Brewallup
Washington State Fair Event Center
Brewallup takes place at the Washington State Fair Event Center in Puyallup on November 7, 2026, starting at 11 a.m. Admission is $40.
FairsRequires Ticket Purchase
Fri, Nov 13, 12pm· Hours vary by day — check the official site.
Gem Faire
Washington State Fair Event Center
Gem Faire takes place November 13, 2026, starting at 10 a.m. at the Washington State Fair Event Center, 110 9th Ave SW in Puyallup.
Fairs
Fri, Nov 20, 4pm· Hours vary by day — check the official site.
The Great Junk Hunt
Washington State Fair Event Center
The Great Junk Hunt takes place at the Washington State Fair Event Center in Puyallup on November 20, 2026, starting at 4 p.m.
Fairs
Sat, Nov 21, 12pm
Tacoma Festival of Light 2026
Eastside Community Center
A free, family-friendly indoor celebration bringing Tacoma communities together through live dance, music, film screenings, floating lamps, art workshops, a fashion show, food, and storytelling.
FilmArts & CultureFestivalsFree
Thu, Dec 3, 10am· Hours vary by day — check the official site.
Victorian Christmas Festival
Washington State Fair Event Center
The Victorian Christmas Festival takes place December 3, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Washington State Fair Event Center in Puyallup. Ticket purchase is required.
FairsFestivalsHolidayOnline Adult $14 · Online Senior Admission (62+) $12 · Onsite Adult $16 · Onsite Senior Admission (62+) $14
Thu, Dec 3, 5pm
RAT Fest 2026
Real Art Tacoma
A four-day music festival at Real Art Tacoma, running Thursday through Saturday from 5–11 p.m. and Sunday from noon–6 p.m.
Arts & CultureFestivalsMarkets$10
Fri, Dec 4· Time to be confirmed
Holiday Magic
Washington State Fair Event Center
Holiday Magic is a holiday fair event at the Washington State Fair Event Center in Puyallup on December 4, 2026.
FairsHoliday
Fri, Dec 11, 12pm· Hours vary by day — check the official site.
Jurassic Quest
Washington State Fair Event Center
Jurassic Quest takes place December 11, 2026, at noon at the Washington State Fair Event Center in Puyallup. Ticket purchase is required.
FairsRequires Ticket Purchase
Sat, Dec 12, 10am· Daily 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Washington State Card Show
Washington State Fair Event Center
The Washington State Card Show takes place December 12, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Washington State Fair Event Center in Puyallup. Ticket purchase is required.
FairsRequires Ticket Purchase
Mon, Dec 21, 9am
50+ Day Trip - Model Train Festival - Norpoint
STAR Ctr
The 50+ Day Trip - Model Train Festival - Norpoint is scheduled for December 21, 2026, at 9 a.m. at Ctr at Norpoint. The cost is $75 for participants ages 50 and up.
Parks & OutdoorsClasses & WorkshopsFestivals$75.00
Sat, Jan 9, 2027, 10am· Hours vary by day — check the official site.
Puyallup Home & Remodeling Show
Washington State Fair Event Center
The Puyallup Home & Remodeling Show takes place January 9, 2027, at 10 a.m. at the Washington State Fair Event Center, 110 9th Ave SW in Puyallup.
Fairs
Sat, Jan 16, 2027, 10am· Daily 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Great America Train Show
Washington State Fair Event Center
The Great America Train Show takes place January 16, 2027, at 10 a.m. at the Washington State Fair Event Center, 110 9th Ave SW in Puyallup.
Fairs
Wed, Feb 3, 2027, 10am· Hours vary by day — check the official site.
Washington Sportsmen's Show
Washington State Fair Event Center
The Washington Sportsmen's Show takes place February 3, 2027, at 10 a.m. at the Washington State Fair Event Center in Puyallup. Admission is $20 for adults, $30 for a two-day pass, and $10 for military.
FairsAdult - $20 · Two Day Pass - $30 · Military - $10
Fri, Feb 12, 2027, 10am· Hours vary by day — check the official site.
59th Early Bird Swap Meet
Washington State Fair Event Center
The 59th Early Bird Swap Meet takes place February 12, 2027, at 10 a.m. at the Washington State Fair Event Center, 110 9th Ave SW in Puyallup.
Fairs
Dates, times and prices can change. Confirm with the venue or organizer before you go.