What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

The annual Tumwater Falls Fest, Lula Fest and Nisqually Watershed Festival return this weekend, along with other local events in Thurston County.

37th Annual Nisqually Watershed Festival (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Fall is just around the corner, and the Nisqually Watershed Festival returns. The event is a day of exploration, creativity, and connection to honor the land, people, and environment.

5th Annual Fall in the Northwest Market (LACEY)
Weekend, Sept. 26-27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Come shop the 5th Annual Fall in the Northwest Market at Thurston County Fairgrounds in Lacey, featuring over 80 vendors, artisans and food trucks in all three buildings and outdoors.

5th Annual Tumwater Falls Fest (TUMWATER)
Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Join in celebrating the Tumwater Falls at Brewery Park. Enjoy the sounds of local musicians, children’s activities, and demonstrations. Shop from the crafts of local artists and indulge in local food options.

Emergency Preparedness Expo (LACEY)
Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Learn how organizations are preparing, and how you can prepare yourself and your family for emergencies. This is a free event with activities for the whole family.

Lula Fest 2026 (OLYMPIA)
Saturday, Sept. 26, 1-9 p.m.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Lula Fest 2026, a free arts and culture celebration. The event will feature a car show, vendors, an art exhibition and live music, including performances by Mona and Latin Drums, AKA, DJ Muñeca and DJ Kalambre.

Sorghum Festival (ROCHESTER)
Weekend, Sept. 25-27
Sorghum is an African indigenous cereal grain that holds rich food traditions for Black and Brown communities across the world. The second annual Sorghum Festival is just 20 minutes south of Olympia, filled with music, aerial arts, vendors, kids' activities and sorghum education with a community harvest.