What’s happening this weekend — Thurston County Fair and other activities

Enjoy activities for all ages at the Thurston County Fair, attend a stormwater workshop or discover what law enforcement officers do when they are on the job.

Thurston County Fair 2025 (COUNTY)
July 31-Aug. 3, from 10 a.m.
Tasty fair food, entertaining performances and fun-filled competitions await attendees of the Thurston County Fair 2025.

Supper with Sam Miller Comedy Show (TENINO)
Friday, Aug. 1, 6-9 p.m.
Welcome Sam Miller to the stage at Stone City Event Center with an unforgettable evening of laughter, dinner and drinks.

Yelm Jazz in the Park (YELM)
Friday, Aug. 1-2
Enjoy a relaxing evening taking in the breathtaking view of Mount Rainier, while being serenaded by live jazz bands. Bring your family and friends, picnic basket and blankets, or maybe enjoy the food supplies offered on site.

Stormwater Facility Maintenance Workshop (LACEY)
Saturday, Aug. 2
Attend the workshop to learn how to inspect neighborhood-owned facilities, how to fill out the annual stormwater inspection report and what tools are useful to have.

Cops, Cars N Kids (LACEY)
Saturday, Aug. 2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Come out to the Lacey Police Department’s annual Cops, Cars N Kids event, where kids can say hello to officers and detectives, check out SWAT gear, bounce in bounce houses, and do a Home Depot kids clinic activity.

HQP Bold Voices: 'The Treasurer' (OLYMPIA)
Weekend, Aug. 2-3
Through surreal encounters and biting wit, this unforgettable play captures the emotional math we all attempt when weighing love against responsibility.