The 253 Newsletter

Your curated local digest for Tacoma and nearby cities, delivering the best community events and news straight to the heart of the 253.

Past Events

Oct 22, 2026

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4 min read

20th Annual Tacoma Film Fest kicks off + Narrows detour alert

Plus WA Horror Con, the Armory's Boo 253 beer fest, and the Witches Brew paddle.

Eduardo González

Oct 21, 2026

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1 min read

Full Music Calendar

October 22 - October 25

Eduardo González

Oct 15, 2026

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4 min read

Giant trolls invade Pierce County + Proctor Halloween parade

Plus Zoo Boo, Tacoma Holiday Festival at the Dome, and free Third Thursday museums.

Eduardo González

Oct 12, 2026

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1 min read

Full Music Calendar

October 15 - October 18

Eduardo González

Oct 8, 2026

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3 min read

Oktoberfest Northwest is here and Proctor gets a new Irish pub

Plus the Tacoma Greek Festival, Rocky Horror at Blue Mouse, and 2 new restaurants coming.

Eduardo González

Oct 5, 2026

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2 min read

Full Music Calendar

October 8 - October 11

Eduardo González

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