Arts & Entertainment

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

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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Day Tripper | Cars, cars and much more than cars

Jul 28, 2026 | By: Mary Williams

LeMay Collections at Marymount in Spanaway offers a pretty comprehensive history of the automobile — and a lot more.

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Harbor Happenings | Cruise the Narrows, National Night Out and more

Jul 28, 2026 | By:

Cruise the Narrows is Saturday (Aug. 1) and National Night Out is Tuesday (Aug. 4). That’s just the start of a packed schedule for the next week.

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Harbor Happenings | Young entrepreneurs to make their mark at the market

Jul 21, 2026 | By:

Kids will take over the Skansie Park pavilion on July 23 with a mini-market during this week’s Waterfront Farmers Market.

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40th annual Summer Art Festival packs park with art and music

Jul 18, 2026 | By:

The Peninsula Art League’s Summer Art Festival continues from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 19.

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Go on a lavender adventure this weekend in Olalla

Jul 17, 2026 | By:

The Olalla Lavender Festival is July 18 and 19 at eight locations. Here’s what you will see.

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