Arts & Entertainment

Whether you’re looking to be entertained or enlightened, Gig Harbor Now covers fun and informational events taking place in the community.

Idea for Garden of Peace concerts sprouted from a tiny seed

Aug 20, 2026 | By:

Zach and Rebekah Blue, whose home was featured on the Gig Harbor Garden Tour, are bringing musical artists to their property for intimate concerts this summer.

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Filmmakers hope their upcoming movie boosts the industry in Washington

Aug 18, 2026 | By:

Gig Harbor resident Sean Burke and GHHS graduate Jack Chackerian are collaborating on a film, “The Absence of Violet,” and plan to shoot some scenes here.

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Harbor Happenings | ‘Fishermen Feed the World’

Aug 18, 2026 | By:

Our Enchanted Forest fundraiser is on Aug. 29 at Kopachuck State Park. Tickets are available now.

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Event on Aug. 22 celebrates 150 years of the Gig Harbor fishing fleet

Aug 17, 2026 | By:

The Skansie Netshed Foundation hosts “Fishermen Feed the World,” a celebration of 150 years of the Gig Harbor fishing fleet, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Skansie Brothers Park.  

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For those about to rock, Hair Nation salutes you

Aug 12, 2026 | By:

Hair Nation brought the ’80s back during the Summer Sounds concert at Skansie Brothers Park on Tuesday, Aug. 11.

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Harbor Happenings | Weekend will be chalk full of fun

Aug 11, 2026 | By:

Chalk the Harbor includes a community art project, music and lots of opportunity for artistic expression on Saturday, Aug. 15.

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Chalk one up for family unity

Aug 10, 2026 | By:

If you’ve been to Chalk the Harbor, you’ve probably seen the elaborate, colorful murals outside the Russell Foundation Building. Meet the family who creates them every year.

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Two In Tow & On The Go | Cirque Park in University Place

Aug 07, 2026 | By:

Is Cirque Park worth the drive over the Tacoma Narrows Bridge? We explored this inclusive playground with giant climbing structures, sensory play, shaded seating and fun for kids of all abilities.

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Memories and music fill a childhood home in Gig Harbor

Aug 04, 2026 | By:

Memories and music fill a childhood home in Gig Harbor

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Harbor Happenings | Blues, violins, guitars and clowns

Aug 04, 2026 | By:

Harbor Happenings | Blues, violins, guitars and clowns

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