Gig Harbor Events Calendar
Everything happening in Gig Harbor, from festivals and concerts to farmers markets, fundraisers, and community gatherings. Filter by category or find free things to do.
September 2026
October 2026
- Thu, Oct 1 · 7:30 AMFree
Public Affairs Forum
CottesmoreCommunity - Thu, Oct 1 · 6:00 PMFree
Trivia Night
Ocean5Community - Fri, Oct 2 · 7:00 PM
Pretty Psychic Tour with Peter Antoniou
Ocean5Arts - Sat, Oct 3 · 12:00 AM
Sip & Stroll
Downtown Waterfront DistrictFood & Drink - Sat, Oct 3 · 11:00 AMFree
Scarecrow Festival
Sehmel Homestead ParkSeasonal
- Sat, Oct 3 · 2:00 PM to October 3, 2026
Autumn Sip & Stroll
Gig Harbor Downtown WaterfrontFood & Drink - Tue, Oct 6 · 6:00 PMFree
Gig Harbor Literary Society Book Discussion
Harbor History MuseumEducational - Tue, Oct 6 · 6:00 PMFree
Gig Harbor Literary Society Book Discussion: Rough Trade
Harbor History MuseumEducational - Wed, Oct 7 · 5:30 PMFree
Family Bingo Night
Ocean5Family - Thu, Oct 8 · 7:30 AMFree
Public Affairs Forum
CottesmoreCommunity - Thu, Oct 8 · 6:00 PMFree
Trivia Night
Ocean5Community - Sun, Oct 11 · 1:00 PM
Olalla Winery Paint and Sip
Olalla Vineyard & WineryArts - Wed, Oct 14 · 5:30 PMFree
Family Bingo Night
Ocean5Family - Thu, Oct 15 · 7:30 AMFree
Public Affairs Forum
CottesmoreCommunity - Thu, Oct 15 · 6:00 PMFree
Trivia Night
Ocean5Community - Sun, Oct 18 · 12:00 PM
Superhero For a Day Party
Ocean5Family - Wed, Oct 21 · 5:30 PMFree
Family Bingo Night
Ocean5Family - Thu, Oct 22 · 7:30 AMFree
Public Affairs Forum
CottesmoreCommunity - Thu, Oct 22 · 6:00 PMFree
Trivia Night
Ocean5Community - Fri, Oct 23 · 5:30 PMFree
Trick or Treat with PenMet Parks
PenMet Parks Recreation CenterFamily - Sat, Oct 24 · 2:00 PM to October 24, 2026Free
Gig Harbor Witches Brew
Gig Harbor Boat Launch to the LighthouseSeasonal - Mon, Oct 26 · 6:30 PM
Gig Harbor Film Festival Monday Movie Night
Galaxy Theatres UptownArts - Wed, Oct 28 · 5:30 PMFree
Family Bingo Night
Ocean5Family - Thu, Oct 29 · 7:30 AMFree
Public Affairs Forum
CottesmoreCommunity - Thu, Oct 29 · 6:00 PMFree
Trivia Night
Ocean5Community - Fri, Oct 30 · 11:00 AMFree
Giant Pumpkin Carving at Uptown
Uptown Gig Harbor PavilionSeasonal - Fri, Oct 30 · 4:00 PMFree
Trick Or Treat at Uptown
Uptown Gig Harbor shopping centerFamily - Sat, Oct 31 · 3:00 PMFree
Trick or Treat the Harbor
Downtown Waterfront DistrictFamily
November 2026
- Tue, Nov 3 · 6:00 PMFree
Gig Harbor Literary Society Book Discussion
Harbor History MuseumEducational - Tue, Nov 3 · 6:00 PMFree
Gig Harbor Literary Society Book Discussion: The Return of Ellie Black
Harbor History MuseumEducational - Wed, Nov 4 · 5:30 PMFree
Family Bingo Night
Ocean5Family - Thu, Nov 5 · 7:30 AMFree
Public Affairs Forum
CottesmoreCommunity - Thu, Nov 5 · 6:00 PMFree
Trivia Night
Ocean5Community - Fri, Nov 6 · 12:00 AM to November 7, 2026
12th Annual Write in the Harbor
Tacoma Community College - Gig Harbor CampusEducational - Fri, Nov 6 · 6:00 PM
Fall Family Night
Harbor History MuseumFamily - Fri, Nov 6 · 6:00 PM to November 7, 2026
Write in the Harbor
Tacoma Community College Gig Harbor CampusEducational - Wed, Nov 11 · 5:30 PMFree
Family Bingo Night
Ocean5Family - Thu, Nov 12 · 7:30 AMFree
Public Affairs Forum
CottesmoreCommunity - Thu, Nov 12 · 6:00 PMFree
Trivia Night
Ocean5Community - Sat, Nov 14 · 12:00 PMFree
Shop the Harbor
Downtown WaterfrontCommunity - Thu, Nov 26 · 8:00 AM
Holmes Chiropractic Care Gig Harbor Turkey Trot
Starting line near 3118 Judson StSports - Sat, Nov 28 · 12:00 AM to November 29, 2026
Peninsula High Winterfest
Peninsula High SchoolCommunity - Mon, Nov 30 · 6:30 PM
Gig Harbor Film Festival Monday Movie Night
Galaxy Theatres UptownArts
Gig Harbor events: FAQs
What events are happening in Gig Harbor?
This page lists upcoming festivals, concerts, farmers markets, fundraisers, and community gatherings as they are scheduled. Browse by month below or filter by category to narrow things down.
How do I find free events in Gig Harbor?
Use the Free filter at the top of the calendar to show only no-cost events. Many markets, concerts in the park, and community gatherings are free to attend.
What annual festivals happen in Gig Harbor?
The calendar centers on the Maritime Gig Festival in early June, celebrating the town's maritime heritage along the waterfront. The Waterfront Farmers Market runs through the summer at Skansie Brothers Park, and the Lighted Boat Parade brings decorated boats through the harbor each December.
Where are events usually held in Gig Harbor?
Many take place at Skansie Brothers Park, Donkey Creek Park, the downtown waterfront, and venues along Harborview Drive.
How can I add my event to the calendar?
Email your event details to editorial@like-media.com. Our team reviews local event submissions before adding them to the calendar.
Email editorial@like-media.comHow often is the calendar updated?
It is refreshed regularly. We sweep a broad set of local sources for upcoming events every couple of months, on top of events added throughout the season.