Whether you need family friendly outings or unique date night options, I've curated a list of exciting events happening near you in the South Sound that will keep you busy all month long! From low key gatherings to live music and after school programs, there are exciting experiences waiting for you and your loved ones this March!
MARCH MOM’S NIGHT AT THE POD WORKS - DANCE PARTY
Join us at The Pod Works for Mom's Night, the first Friday of every month! This event is for moms and babes in arms, an opportunity to enjoy some adult time and connect with other mothers in our community over snacks and beverages. Please bring a snack or beverage to share. This month we’re turning down the lights and cranking up the tunes! Bring something comfy to cut a rug in… it’s time to dance party!
Mom's night is free for members, donations to our pod family financial aid programs are requested from non members, however, first visits are always free.
Date: Friday, March 1
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: The Pod Works, 7024 27th Street West, University Place, WA, 98466
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GROUND TO SOUND FILM FESTIVAL
We don’t know what we’re more excited about... the film lineup or the curated photo gallery and live film development with the Tacoma Photo Center & Tacoma Photo Club! 🤩 One thing is for sure, you won’t want to miss out on attending the Ground to Sound Film Festival on March 1st.
EVENT INFO:
🎉 FREE for all ages
🎤 Keynote Speaker Dean Burke, CEO of Travel Tacoma
✍️ Poetry readings by Creative Colloquy
📸 Photography gallery by Tacoma Photo Center & Tacoma Photo Club
🧑🎨 Hands-on art activities with Art Collective gallery & Foss Waterway Seaport
Date: Friday, March 1
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: William Philip Hall at University of Washington Tacoma, 1918 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98402
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LIVE MUSIC AT KIMBALL COFFEEHOUSE
Live bands in a wide variety of genres play on the Kimball Stage every Friday night. Doors open at 6pm, and the show goes from 7-9 pm. Enjoy a bite to eat, one of the rotating beers on tap, a glass of wine, or coffee – of course.
Dates: Friday, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: KIMBALL COFFEEHOUSE, 6659 Kimball Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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SYMPHONIC METAMORPHOSIS
Experience a night of dynamic transformative repertory with the Tacoma Concert Band, featuring the 2023-24 TCB Student Solo Competition winner, as well as Paul Hindemith's landmark "Symphonic Metamorphosis."
Date: Saturday, March 2
Times: 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM SHOW TIME
Location: PANTAGES THEATER, 901 Broadway #700, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: All ages. Tickets are FREE for patrons 18 years and under!* You must visit the Box Office in person to receive this free ticket offer. Tickets starting at $20.50.
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COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
This weekly breakfast is a unique way to meet those in need in the community. Every Sunday over 200 people are served a free, hot breakfast and are always looking for a listening ear and friendly face. Come join us! Contact Willie Stewart (wcstewart@q.com) to volunteer or for more info.
Date: Sundays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Time: 8:30 AM
Location: 902 Market St, Tacoma, WA 9840
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TACOMA SUNDAY MARKET
Time to get cozy for our indoor season inside gorgeous @courthousesquaretacoma!
Date: Sunday, March 3
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: COURTHOUSE SQUARE, 1102 A Street, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: All ages, pet-friendly, $1
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PLU TRAIL WALKING MOAI WITH BLUE ZONES PROJECT PARKLAND-SPANAWAY
Make walking a weekly rhythm by joining our Walking Moai! Lace up your sneakers and get ready to explore the PLU Trail. This event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people, enjoy the outdoors, and improve your well-being.
Date: Sundays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Meets outside of Olson Auditorium at Pacific Lutheran University, PLU Trail, 12180 Park Avenue South Tacoma, WA 98447
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TUESDAYS AT THE BAY
Stop by Bay Terrace each Tuesday for one of our weekly programs, or a cup of coffee!
Tuesdays at the Bay includes free employment and education resources for adults and teens at “The Hub,” the Fresh Express Farmers Market, Community Café, and Club Z Tutoring for K-12 kids and teens. You don’t have to live at Bay Terrace to attend, all are welcome!
Date: Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: Bay Terrace, 2550 S G St, Tacoma, WA 98405
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FREE NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHTS AT TAM
Tacoma Art Museum is open late and FREE to the community every Thursday, 5 – 8 pm! Neighborhood Nights offer us the space to build programs with community partners, artists, scholars, and entertainers. Stop by TAM Cafe for a bite or a drink before enjoying exhibitions, artmaking in TAM Studio, or a special program. Thursday evenings at the Tacoma Art Museum are the perfect time to bring your friends, family, or a date to enjoy art.
Experience YOUR Museum.
Date: Thursdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: TACOMA ART MUSEUM, 1701 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: All ages, admission is FREE
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OPEN MIC AT KIMBALL COFFEEHOUSE
Sign-ups start at 5:30pm See you there!
Date: Thursdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: KIMBALL COFFEEHOUSE, 6659 Kimball Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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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, March 9
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: North 27th and North Proctor Streets, Tacoma, WA 98401
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TEATIME WITH TOYA - COMMUNITY BUILDING EVENT
Get ready for a heartwarming meet-and-greet experience! We invite fabulous female and non-binary artists, musicians, and creatives from the greater Tacoma/Seattle area to join us. Let's come together at the fantastic KPC Studios in Kirkland, WA to forge meaningful connections and celebrate our authentic selves! Help make this event a joyous celebration of creativity and connection. Attend and bring a friend!
Date: Sunday, March 10
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Location: Kirkland KPC Studios, 636 7th Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033
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LIVE MUSIC AT POWDER ROOM CHAMPAGNE BAR
Join us every Thursday for live music and this Thursday with Tara Chugh 🥂 Our new dinner menu & dessert cart will be out! Reservations at thepowderroomchampagnebar.com see you soon!
Date: Thursday, March 14
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: THE POWDER ROOM CHAMPAGNE BAR, 12 N Tacoma Ave, Tacoma, WA 98403
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FAMILY STEAM DAYS: CUSTOM CUTOUTS
Join Museum educators to learn more about automotive design by creating 3D sculptures of iconic vehicles from the Museum’s collection.
Date: Saturday, March 16
Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: LEMAY - AMERICA’S CAR MUSEUM, 2702 E D St, Tacoma, WA 98421
More info: All ages. On the third Saturday of each month, you and your child, grandchild, or family can spend quality time together exploring activities available in the Education Studio and Family Zone. Family STEAM Days are free for ACM Members and is also included with Museum admission. Museum visitors age 18 and under receive FREE admission on Family STEAM Days.
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FAMILY & BABYSITTERS MEET UP (FORMERLY BABYSITTERS CLUB)
Are you a parent in search of the ideal babysitter to care for your precious little ones? Perhaps you're a caring and experienced babysitter eager to find the perfect family to work with? Look no further! Join us for a fun and unique event that brings parents and babysitters together for a delightful day of bonding, open playtime, and circle introductions.
Date: Sunday, March 17
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: The Pod Works, 7024 27th Street West, University Place, WA, 98466
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FAMILY STORY TIME
Enjoy stories, art activities, rhymes, singing and fingerplays for the whole family.
Date: Wednesday, March 20
Time: 11:15 - 12:15 PM
Location: Steilacoom Library, 2950 Steilacoom Boulevard, Steilacoom, WA, 98388
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DROP IN TECH HELP
We can assist with learning basic computer skills, email, navigating apps, iOS devices, android devices, getting started on resumes and cover letters, and more. No registration required. Every 3rd Thursday of the month at 11am - 1pm from September 2023 to April 2024.
Date: Thursday, March 21
Time: 11:00 AM - 1 PM
Location: Moore Branch, 215 South 56th Street, Tacoma WA 98408
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LIVE MUSIC AT DROP & DRINK
Come enjoy the live music, great food/drinks and company at the lakefront. Live Music every Thursday and Friday from 6pm - 8pm. Karaoke every Saturday from 5pm - 9pm.
Date: Thursday, March 21
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Hyatt Regency Lake Washington, 1053 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton, WA 98056
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VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) PROGRAM
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free, tax preparation services to thousands of moderate and low-income Pierce County residents each year during the tax season.
For appointments call 2-1-1.
Limited to:
• People who generally make $60,000 or less
• Persons with disabilities
• Limited English-speaking taxpayers
Date: Thursday, March 21
Time: 1:00 - 6:00 PM
Location: Parkland/Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Avenue South, Tacoma, WA, 98444
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LOTR DAY
Join us for a showing of The Fellowship of the Ring to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the book! Write your name in Elvish and make a craft while you watch the movie and enjoy a snack.
Date: Monday, March 25
Time: 3:00 - 6:00 PM
Location: Summit Library, 5107 112th Street East, Tacoma, WA, 98446
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