Looking for live music and other entertainment events in the first month of the New Year? I've found the best events to attend in Tacoma this January!
FIRSTH THURSDAY TEEN MOVIE NIGHT
The first Thursday of the month is teen movie night at University Place! Enjoy free snacks and a showing of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
Raphael, Leonardo, Donatello, and Michelangelo are four turtle brothers with a unique set of skills and a penchant for mischief, which runs them afoul of New York City. Yet when a horde of sinister mutants begins to wreak havoc, the city must learn to rely on the turtles if they are to be saved. Rated PG, runtime 99 minutes.
Date: Thursday, January 4
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: University Place Library, Meeting Room, 3609 Market Place West, Suite 100, University Place, WA, 98466
More info: Suitable for teens (ages 13-18)
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LIVE MUSIC AT SPANISH BALLROOM - AMELIA DAY & THE CLOVES
Coming off the release of her debut EP, "Eastward of Eden," singer-songwriter Amelia Day is excited to share the folk-rock originals and covers that have found her a devoted PNW audience! Splitting her time between Nashville and her hometown Sumner, Amelia is excited to be back in Washington and joining forces with The Cloves as her backing band. The group's unique sound, which features Wurlitzer, cello, and lush 3-part harmonies, packed their headlining Spanish Ballroom and Triple Door shows this winter!
Date: Thursday, January 4
Time: 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM SHOW TIME
Location: MCMENAMINS SPANISH BALLROOM, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: All Ages, tickets starting at $10.00
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PRESCHOOL DRIVE-IN MOVIE
Preschoolers are invited to decorate their own cardboard box car, and then enjoy a short film while sitting in their new rides! All supplies are provided. Space and supplies are limited. Please register to ensure a spot. This activity is recommended for ages 3-5.
Date: Saturday, January 6
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Location: FERN HILL LIBRARY, 765 S 84th St, Tacoma, WA 98444
More info: Free, all ages
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LIVE MUSIC AT URBAN ELK
Always a fun band in the restaurant! Click on picture for schedule. Saturdays 4-7pm (except holiday weekends). Ask for 5-7pm table reservation under "Studio 6". No cover. All welcome. Order food & drink and tip your band & servers! Bands play in restaurant (carpet) or on restaurant deck.
Date: Saturday, January 6
Time: 4:00 - 7:00 PM, every week on Saturday
Location: Urban Elk Bar & Restaurant, 2013 S Cedar St, Tacoma, WA
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LIVE MUSIC AT THE REDD DOG, U-POUR IT PUB
Audrey Collins plays solo her favorite Classic Rock, Country and Pop songs for this family friendly establishment. Come enjoy the live music, great food/drinks and company at the Tacoma location.
Date: Thursday, January 11
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: The Redd Dog, 2805 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
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LIVE MUSIC AT SPANISH BALLROOM - CARRIESA WITH VICTORIA FRAGOSO & VNTA
Based in Houston, TX, Carriesa is on the rise as an acclaimed and talented R&B/Soul & EDM artist, songwriter, and producer. Carriesa embarked on her musical voyage of artistic discovery as a youngster, growing up listening to a variety of musicians and genres that have played an influential role in shaping her signature sound. Local singer-songwriter Victoria Fragoso is a piano-based artist who appeals to fans of Vanessa Carlton, Ben Folds, and Regina Spektor. VNTA is an R&B/Rock duo based in Tacoma, Washington. Guitarist Kramer Foreman and vocalist Annika Fraga are the artists behind this unique, powerful sound.
Date: Thursday, January 11
Time: 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM SHOW TIME
Location: MCMENAMINS SPANISH BALLROOM, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: All ages, tickets starting at $15.00
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SHERYL UNDERWOOD - SUPER FUNNY COMEDY CLUB
Sheryl Underwood is a savvy businesswoman philanthropist and a multi-faceted multi-media entrepreneur who is recognized as one of the most articulate well-informed women of our time. She is a much sought after entertainer and public speaker who is described as one of the world’s brightest contemporary humorists. Underwood is Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Pack Rat Productions Inc. and is the 23rd International President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. the only full-time entertainer to ever hold the sorority’s highest post.
Dates: Friday, January 12 - Sunday, January 14
Location: 8402 S Hosmer St, Tacoma, WA 98444
More info: Ages 21+
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PROCTOR FARMERS’ MARKET
A monthly market presented by the City of Tacoma and Pierce County’s Agriculture Program. Every second Saturday at Proctor district. Live music, free to attend and all ages!
Date: Saturday, January 13
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: North 27th and North Proctor Streets, Tacoma, WA 98401
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MONSTER JAM
Experience full-throttle family fun at Monster Jam®, where the world’s best drivers and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill. You’ll be on the edge of your seat watching your favorites like the legendary Grave Digger®, mighty Megalodon® and more show off crazy skills, massive stunts and all-out racing. Monster Jam. As Big As It Gets!™
Date: Saturday, January 13
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Tacoma Dome, 2727 East D St, Tacoma, WA 98421
More info: tickets starting at $30.00
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I WANT IT THAT WAY: 90S/2000S DANCE PARTY
Come dance to your favorite Pop jams from artists such as: NSYNC, Backstreet boys, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Usher, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, Kanye West, 50 Cent, Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Black Eyed Peas, Ke$ha, Pitbull, Enrique Iglesias, Nelly, Ludacris, Aailyah, Sisqo, Christina Aguilera, and more!
Date: Saturday, January 13
Time: 10:30 PM
Location: MCMENAMINS SPANISH BALLROOM, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: Tickets starting at $10.00, ages 21+.
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SOUL SUNDAY
An evening of live music, open mic, dancing and more. Live music by special guest Zhanea June Band and soundtrack provided by Mr. Nyice Guy.
Date: Sunday, January 14
Time: 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Where: Joeseppi’s/The Chameleon on Pearl, 5707 N 21st St, Tacoma, WA 98406
More info: $20 Cover, relaxed dress code.
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LIVE MUSIC AT SIG BREWING CO.
Looking for local live music on a Friday night? Look no further than Sig Brewing for live entertainment, quality craft beer and pizza in Tacoma’s historic brewing district. Every Friday from 7-9 PM.
Date: Friday, January 19
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: SIG BREWING CO., 2534 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma WA 98402
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SKY & SEA
One of our favorite things? Taking care of the Earth and this beautiful Puget Sound region we call home. Canadian composer Marjan Mozetich’s expansive and moving Postcards from the Sky opens this program, which then features four outstanding local percussionists in Viet Cuong’s concerto for percussion quartet, Re(new)al, inspired by the renewable power of hydro, wind and solar energy. Debussy’s iconic La Mer, arranged by Marlijn Helder for chamber orchestra closes the program. We are delighted to collaborate with local organizations doing great work in our communities to combat the effects of pollution and climate change. Stay tuned for opportunities to connect with Tacoma Tree Foundation and Communities for a Healthy Bay around this concert.
Dates/Times: Saturday, January 20, 7:30 PM and Sunday, January 21, 2:00 PM
Location: SCHNEEBECK CONCERT HALL, 1567-1625 N Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98416
More info: tickets starting at $30.00
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NITE WAVE - BEST 80S PARTY EVER! WITH DJ INDICA JONES
Nite Wave's Best 80s Party Ever! (So Far) returns to TACOMA for a LIVE CONCERT at Jazzbones on Saturday, January 20th! Live music covering INXS, Duran Duran, Billy Idol, New Order and much more! with DJ Indica Jones
Date: Saturday, January 20
Time: 8:00 PM Doors, 9:00 PM Show
Location: Jazzbones, 2803 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98406
More info: tickets starting at $20
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LIVE MUSIC WITH MARLY MITCHELL @ TABLE 47
Join Marly @ Table 47 for some live jazz and good food!
Date: Friday, January 26
Time: 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Table 47, 5268 Point Fosdick Drive, Gig Harbor,WA
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HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2024 WORLD TOUR
Where, WHAT JUST HAPPENED?!? happens all the time! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters global tour as they take the court with moments of extreme basketball innovation and unparalleled fan FUN! See the Globetrotter stars LIVE as they DRIBBLE, SPIN, SLAM, and DUNK their way past their relentless rivals, the Washington Generals! You'll be amazed by new levels of mind-blowing trick shots, expert ball-handling skills, and BIG LAUGHS with unrivaled opportunities for pre-game, post-game and in-game fan engagement!
Date: Friday, January 26
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: ACCESSO SHOWARE CENTER, 625 W James St, Kent, WA 98032
More info: All ages, starting at $38.00
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TACOMA ARTS LIVE PRESENTS: PINK MARTINI FEATURING CHINA FORBES
Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – Thomas Lauderdale founded Pink Martini in 1994 to provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for political fundraisers for causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, the environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education and parks.
Twenty years later, Pink Martini still tours the world, singing in 22 languages at opera houses, concert halls, film festivals, museums and fashion shows. In 2014, Pink Martini was inducted into both the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame and the Oregon Music Hall of Fame.
Date: Friday, January 26
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: PANTAGES THEATER, 901 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: tickets starting at $39
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TET 2024: YEAR OF THE DRAGON
Come and celebrate Tet with the Vietnamese community! Tet celebrates the new year and also marks the beginning of spring. It is FREE to the community. Come and pick out a lucky money envelope, and enjoy a variety of performances and delicious Vietnamese cuisine.
Date: Saturday, January 27
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: EASTSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER, 1721 E 56th St, Tacoma, WA 98404
More info: All ages, free
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JUNIE B.'S ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE TO SCHOOL
A self-appointed expert on all things first grade, Junie B. is determined to write the ultimate guide – JUNIE B.’S ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE TO SCHOOL. As she deals with writer’s block and constantly getting into trouble, Junie B. quickly realizes that she still has a lot to learn.
Dates: Saturday, January 27 - Sunday, February 4
Location: TACOMA MUSICAL PLAYHOUSE, 7116 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
More info: All ages, starting at $12.00. Rated G - Appropriate for all ages.
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JOHNNY CASH: THE OFFICIAL CONCERT EXPERIENCE
Bringing songs and stories from the “Man in Black” to the stage in a way that audiences haven’t seen or heard before. With video of Johnny from episodes of The Johnny Cash TV Show projected on a screen above the stage, a live band and singers will accompany him in perfect sync. This concert experience will showcase iconic performances from the TV show and highlight the spirit of the legend by revisiting some of his memorable words and anecdotes.
Date: Saturday, January 27
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: PANTAGES THEATER, 901 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: tickets starting at $39
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