What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

There are a number of events happening in Thurston County this weekend, including the Lakefair Races in Olympia.

Lakefair Races (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, July 18, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join the 50th anniversary of the Lakefair Races in Olympia, Washington! Since 1975, this community event has brought runners, families and supporters together for a day of celebration, fitness and fun.

Connecting to the Land Walk (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, July 18, 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Join Capitol Land Trust for a guided walk at Inspiring Kids Preserve. On this leisurely walk, attendees will explore what makes the ambassador preserve a unique place to connect with nature close to home.

Mushroom, Flower & Animal Mosaics with Kathleen McHugh (OLYMPIA)
July 18, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Help Artist Kathleen McHugh craft mushroom, flower and animal mosaics to decorate the Children's Garden! Kathleen McHugh received her formal art training at the Cornish Institute of the Arts in Seattle.

Wonder & Whimsy Market, Metaphysical Market at Capital Mall (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Wonder & Whimsy Market is a curated indoor pop-up hosted inside Capital Mall. The event is designed to feel welcoming, playful, and accessible, blending whimsical elements with intentional vendor curation. 

Read the Park (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This is a community literacy and storytelling event designed to bring families and residents together for shared reading, poetry, oral history and cultural storytelling.

Digging into Garden Soil (LACEY)
Saturday, July 18, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
This free workshop will focus on the basics of healthy garden soil. Attendees will be outside and sitting, standing and walking on pavement, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly.