What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

There are a number of events taking place this weekend in Thurston County, including holiday activities at the Hands On Children's Museum in Olympia and Cascadia Christmas Village in Lacey.

Holiday Activities at Hands On (OLYMPIA)
Dec. 20- Jan. 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Young engineers can go full steam ahead with hands-on engineering, art and dream building. Each stop brings brand new adventures. Go full steam ahead in the MakeSpace, get crafty in Art Studio Junction, and visit the Tinker Toyland at East Bay Depot.

Cascadia Christmas Village in the Expo Hall (LACEY)
Weekend, Dec. 19-21, 4-8 p.m.
Enjoy decor, music, s'mores, a bazaar, movies, photos with Santa, a bounce house, food vendors and a beer garden.

Pearl Django (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, Dec. 20, 7-9:15 p.m.
With a performance history spanning more than 27 years and having released 15 CDs, Pearl Django endures as one of the most highly regarded Hot Club style groups working today.

Light in the Darkest Night (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, Dec. 20, 4-7 p.m.
On the darkest night of the year, the museum is celebrating the “Light in the Dark” recent exhibit opening with Illuminate Oly’s light artists. The museum will be open late to celebrate light in darkness.

A Christmas Carol (OLYMPIA)    
Nov. 28- Dec. 24, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
For five unforgettable seasons, Harlequin’s "A Christmas Carol" has captured the hearts of audiences across the South Puget Sound. Rediscover Dickens’ timeless tale of hope, redemption and the true spirit of the season.

LoveOly WinterFest (OLYMPIA)
Dec. 1-24, 10:30 a.m.
LoveOly WinterFest is Olympia’s signature free and family-friendly holiday street celebration, kicking off the season with joy, lights, and local flavor.