07/30/2026
☀️ August is packed with things to do around Pierce County!
From sunflowers and street fairs to art, airplanes and a night under the stars, there’s plenty of local fun happening this month. Save the dates! ❤️
🌻 SUNFLOWER DAYS FESTIVAL | Aug. 1–16 | Sumner
Explore the sunflower fields at Knutson Farms, pick flowers, snap photos and enjoy family farm fun.
🎨 PROCTOR ARTS FEST | Aug. 1 | Tacoma
Local artists, live entertainment, food and family-friendly fun in the Proctor District.
🪶 IN THE SPIRIT | Aug. 8 | Tacoma
Celebrate Native arts and culture with artists, performances, food and activities throughout Tacoma’s Museum District. FREE!
🎡 PIERCE COUNTY FAIR | Aug. 13–16 | Graham
Livestock, 4-H & FFA exhibits, carnival rides, entertainment and classic fair food at Frontier Park.
🎨 CHALK THE HARBOR | Aug. 15 | Gig Harbor
Chalk art, local artists, music and family activities along the Gig Harbor waterfront. FREE!
🌠 STARGAZING & PERSEID METEOR SHOWER | Aug. 15 | Ashford
Stargazing, a guided night hike and family activities at Ashford County Park. $5/person; pre-registration required.
🎶 HILLTOP STREET FAIR | Aug. 29 | Tacoma
Food trucks, live entertainment, artisan vendors, classic cars and community fun. FREE!
✈️ TACOMA NARROWS AIRPORT DAY | Aug. 29 | Gig Harbor
Aircraft displays, flybys, STEM activities, aviation booths and family fun. FREE!
❤️ Get out, explore and support the communities that make Pierce County a great place to call home!
Which event are you looking forward to?