Looking for live music and other entertainment events in February? I've found the best events to attend in Tacoma and all over the South Sound!
LIVE MUSIC WITH EAGLE EYES, EAGLES TRIBUTE BAND
Eagle Eyes - Eagles tribute is ‘THE' tribute to the legendary California country rock band. Audiences are mesmerized by this group of Vancouver, B.C. musicians' precise vocal harmonies & service to the smallest of details in performing songs spanning the extensive Eagles' Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame Career (including a few Joe Walsh selections).
DATE: Thursday, February 1
Time: 7:00 PM Doors, 8:00 PM Show
Location: MCMENAMINS SPANISH BALLROOM, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: $25 advance, $30 day of show, 21 and over
Link: https://www.mcmenamins.com/events/250591-an-evening-with-eagle-eyes-eagles-tribute
LIVE MUSIC - NEVERMIND, NIRVANA TRIBUTE WITH FIGHTING FOOS, TRIBUTE TO FOO FIGHTERS
Nevermind is a Seattle based rock and roll trio that pays tribute to legendary rock band, Nirvana. Born in the heart of Seattle in the old Studio 7 rehearsal spaces they have taken the region by storm by selling out venues with a singer that can shred the mic and guitar, a 6'8" rock bass legend, and a drummer that would make Dave Grohl blush, Nevermind is able to deliver the powerful and energetic performance that captures the sonic energy of Nirvana.
Date: Saturday, February 3
Time: 7:00 PM Doors, 8:00 PM Show
Location: MCMENAMINS SPANISH BALLROOM, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: $25 advance, $30 day of show, 21 and over
Link: https://www.mcmenamins.com/events/250593-nevermind-nirvana-tribute
LIQUID COURAGE LECTURE SERIES
If you have ever watched "Drunk History" this is a nod to that hilarious tradition of story telling but on the mild side. Here's how it works.... The presenter receives two complementary glasses of wine before presenting a PowerPoint presentation on something they are passionate and knowledgeable about! The audience is encouraged to purchase extra pours for the speaker. At the end the audience has a chance to ask the speaker any questions they might have. Click on the event to read full description. Interested in presenting a topic of your expertise? Contact AnnaLee@WaterFromWine.org to learn the rules and set a date.
Location: Water from Wine, 1704 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Date: Tuesday, February 6
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
More info: $5.00, all ages
Link: https://www.waterfromwine.org/product/Liquid-Courage-Lecture-Series?pageID=2CC3F554-0B26-D52B-FB1A-D0E97418C063&sortBy=DisplayOrder&maxRows=10&
BAD NEIGHBOR LIVE! 80’s, 90’s, NEW WAVE & CLASSIC ROCK! AT OCEAN5
Bad Neighbor is a local up and coming music sensation playing 80's, 90's new wave and alternative music. Great venue, great food, great bandBehold Bad Neighbor, a dynamic musical force that emerged onto the scene in 2022, igniting the Kitsap music scene and sending shockwaves far beyond!
Date: Friday, February 9
Time: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Drive Northwest, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Link: https://o5social.com/event/bad-neighbor-live-80s-90s-new-wave-classic-rock/
THE GIVER
Adapted by Eric Coble from the Newberry Award-winning book. Jonas' world is perfect. There is no war or fear or pain. There are also no choices. But when Jonas turns 12, he is chosen for special training from The Giver to receive and keep the memories of the community. Now Jonas will learn the truth about life and the hypocrisy of his utopian world.
Dates: Friday, February 9 through Sunday, February 25
Location: LAKEWOOD PLAYHOUSE, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
More info: All ages, tickets starting at $23.00, tickets are non-refundable
Link: https://lakewoodplayhouse.csstix.com/event-details.php?e=278
HYPNOTIST RICH GUZZI
Rich Guzzi has been featured on Access Hollywood, TMZ, Parade Magazine, FOX, NBC, and more. Now you can see LIVE what many have said to be the most amazing display of comedy used to empower people’s lives – EVER! Watch as Rich hypnotizes audience volunteers (including YOUR friends) right before your eyes. Then he puts them into the most outrageously funny scenarios you can possibly imagine. Think about that for a second. You know the friend we are talking about here. We all have one of them in our lives. Bring that person to the show and watch as they will become the star of the night. Lights Out. Rich demonstrates, using Humor and the Power of the Mind, how you can accomplish any goal you desire. You will leave the show feeling re-energized, having experienced a funny and uplifting event that you and your friends will easily say is the best of the year and make you want to volunteer next time.
Dates: Friday, February 9 & Saturday, February 10
Location: TACOMA COMEDY CLUB - 6TH & PROCTOR, 3829 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
More info: 21+, tickets starting at $20.00
Link: https://www.tacomacomedyclub.com/events
LIVE MUSIC AT HAPPY DUO CAFE
Centering music and somatic movement through individual sessions, workshops, class series, and a live concert series.
Date: Saturday, February 10
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: HAPPY DUO CAFE, 3609 Market Pl W, Unit 101, University Place, WA 98466
More info: Free, all ages
Link: https://www.instagram.com/p/C2d1qXiLv4r/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_lin
CONCERTO SPOTLIGHT CONCERT!
Each year, students from all of TYSA's orchestras have the opportunity to audition to play a solo concerto. The Concerto Spotlight Concert features TYSA student soloists performing with piano accompaniment. This free community event is a part of the Thursday Night Art Walk.
Date: Thursday, February 15
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: MUSEUM OF GLASS, 1801 Dock St, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: All ages, Free
Link: https://www.tacomacreates.org/events#event=concerto-spotlight-concert-4;instance=20240215180000?popup=1
THE PURPLE XPERIENCE
Calling all PRINCE fans! This celebrated Minneapolis All-Star Band is the world's premier tribute to PRINCE. As seen touring globally, starring in a Las Vegas residency, headlining Red Rocks Amphitheater, fronting the world’s finest symphonies, and being featured on albums with Prince, Charloff has dominated the world stage as the most authentic PRINCE tribute artist worldwide. This is the closest you’ll get to the real thing. Join the fun and hear your favorite hits performed with extraordinary musicianship.
Date: Saturday, February 17
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: PANTAGES THEATER, 901 Broadway #700, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: All ages, tickets starting at $29.00
Link: https://www.tacomaartslive.org/events/the-purple-xperience/
JERSEY BOYS: BEHIND THE CURTAIN
Go BEHIND THE CURTAIN for a sneak peek of an entertaining informative and FREE preview presentation prior to each of the six TMP Mainstage productions! Get a behind-the-scenes look at how our costumes, makeup, set, music and rehearsal hours all come together to make up one of our TMP Mainstage productions. Hosted by TMP’s Managing Artistic Director Jon Douglas Rake and cast members.
This preview also serves to assist parents in educating their children about an upcoming theater-going experience as a whole. Every BEHIND THE CURTAIN! at TMP is on Sunday, the week prior to the opening of each Mainstage show, at 7:00 pm, unless otherwise noted.
Date: Sunday, February 18
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: TACOMA MUSICAL PLAYHOUSE, 7116 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
More info: Free
Link: https://tmp.org/index.php/behind-the-curtain-at-tmp-free-event/
JERSEY BOYS
Jersey Boys is a jukebox musical with music by Bob Gaudio, lyrics by Bob Crewe, and book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice. It is presented in a documentary-style format that dramatizes the formation, success and eventual break-up of the 1960s rock 'n' roll group The Four Seasons.
Dates: Friday, February 23 through Sunday, March 17
Location: TACOMA MUSICAL PLAYHOUSE, 7116 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
More info: All Ages, tickets starting at $25.00
Link: https://tmp.org/index.php/2023-2024-tmp-mainstage-single-tickets/
APCC PRESENTS OUR 26TH ANNUAL NEW YEAR CELEBRATION FEATURING TAIWAN
This upcoming 26th Annual New Year Celebration featuring the country of Taiwain will have cultural arts, games, performances, demos, hands-on activities, crafts, non-profit booths, retail booths, kid friendly activities, fashion, martial arts, food and more! Join us in opeining the door to the Year of the Dragon and welcoming the New Year with joy.
Date: Saturday, February 24
Time: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: TACOMA DOME EXHIBITION HALL, 2727 E. D Street, Tacoma, WA
More info: Free, all ages
Link: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cyjqw-PIGb_/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
CLASSICS III: REMEMBRANCE
Symphony Tacoma Voices. Verdi: Requiem. Sarah Ioannides, conductor.
Date: Saturday, February 24
Time: 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM SHOW TIME
Location: PANTAGES THEATER, 901 Broadway #700, Tacoma, WA 98402
More info: All ages, tickets starting at $28.00
Link: https://www.tacomacitytheaters.org/events/detail/classics-iii-remembrance
VOCTAVE
A cappella sensation Voctave has had over 150 million social media views of their videos, and their latest album, The Spirit of the Season, Deluxe Edition, reached No. 6 on the Billboard charts. Their previous album, The Corner of Broadway & Main Street Vol. 2, debuted at number 3 on the iTunes charts. Formed in 2015 by producer and arranger Jamey Ray, the voices that bring their arrangements to life represent a wealth of diverse backgrounds and musical experiences. Hailing from Central Florida, the eleven members of Voctave have performed across the globe and appear on countless recordings.
Location: FEDERAL WAY PAEC, 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003
Date: Sunday, February 25
Time: 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM SHOW TIME
More info: All ages, tickets starting at $39.00
Link: https://fwpaec.org/events/voctave/
DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE!
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. Dinosaur World is an experiential theatre performance which features a cast of large scale dinosaur puppets brought to life by sophisticated design, electronics and theatrical presentation. Opportunities to touch, feed and interact with the dinosaurs are all part of the show, and make this a truly interactive, magical and inspiring experience.
Date: Wednesday, February 28
Time: 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM SHOW TIME
Location: FEDERAL WAY PAEC, 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003
More info: $25.00 tickets, recommended for ages 3 and above.
Link: https://fwpaec.org/events/dinosaur-world-live/