News from Events
Dec 11, 2025
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Returns in 2026
Event Features Community Service Awards & Community Outreach Fair The City of Tacoma’s Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) announces the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration,…
Dec 11, 2025
Hams for the Holidays – Ham Giveaway for Those in Need
Commencement Bank, Tacoma Venues & Events, and Nourish Pierce County, along with generous local sponsors and volunteers, are putting on the second annual Hams for…
Dec 08, 2025
Forrest Frank Announces The Jesus Generation Tour
Featuring special guests Tori Kelly, Cory Asbury, and The Figs GRAMMY®-nominated and GMA DOVE Award-winning artist Forrest Frank has announced The Jesus Generation Tour with special guests Tori…
Dec 05, 2025
City of Destiny Awards Nominations Accepted Now Through January 29, 2026
The City of Tacoma’s Events and Recognitions Committee is now accepting nominations for the City of Destiny Awards, a tradition honoring outstanding local volunteers since 1987. The nomination…
Oct 01, 2025
Tacoma Dome and Tacoma Rescue Mission Partner for Socktober Community Sock Drive
This October, the Tacoma Dome is proud to partner with the Tacoma Rescue Mission to kick off Socktober, a month-long community sock drive aimed at supporting individuals…
Sep 18, 2025
2026 Special Events Funding Applications Open
The City of Tacoma’s Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) is now accepting applications for funding to support public-benefiting special events in 2026. This marks the fifth-year applicants…
Sep 09, 2025
Nominations Open for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Awards
The City of Tacoma’s Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) is now accepting nominations for Tacoma community members to be honored for their service at the annual Dr.
Aug 14, 2025
Mari Griffin Selected as 2025–2027 Tacoma Poet Laureate
The Tacoma Arts Commission has selected Mari Griffin as the 2025–2027 Tacoma Poet Laureate. Over the next two years, Griffin will participate in and host…