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Owl Together Now - July 25

Enjoy a 1-mile or 3-mile race through Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Summer Camps

There's a camp for every camper! Register today.

Community Resource Fair - July 30

Discover opportunities for food, housing, healthcare, and more in Tacoma and surrounding areas.

Dog Nights of Summer

Adults (18+) can enjoy a quiet summer evening on July 31 at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Dogs are welcome! Get tickets today.

Featured Events

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Blood drive at STAR Center, July 15 from 9 am-3 pm

Blood Drive at STAR Center

Wednesday, Jul 15, 2026
9:00 am

STAR Center

Your type is just what we need. Make your appointment today!…

Owl Together Now

Saturday, Jul 25, 2026
6:30 pm

Point Defiance Park

July is Zookeeper Awareness month so, "Owl Together Now" let's support a fun and meaningful cause.

Community Resource Fair

Thursday, Jul 30, 2026
10:00 am

Stewart Heights

Connect with a variety of community resources all in one place! Discover opportunities for food, housing, healthcare, and more in Tacoma and surrounding areas.

News

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Free summer fun for families in Tacoma

Summer is coming and school is on the way out, but Parks Tacoma is here to help keep your days full and fun!…

New paved trail designed to improve safety and connectivity in Point Defiance Park is open

The newest section of paved trail in Point Defiance Park is complete and ready to welcome pedestrians and cyclists.

From evening music and arts to candy cannons, summer is coming alive at Fort Nisqually

Summer events at Fort Nisqually showcase the space as more than a museum.

Featured Parks & Places

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Owen Beach Kayak rentals

Point Defiance Marina

Meadow Park Golf Course

W.W. Seymour Conservatory

Fort Nisqually

Tacoma Nature Center

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

Featured Sports & Activities

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Public Meetings

50+ Drop-in Activities

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50+ Walk the Parks

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Projects

Track ongoing projects and facility upgrades at Parks Tacoma.

Dickman Mill Head Saw Project 7

Contracts & Procurement

Bid for contracts and learn how to become a vendor for Parks Tacoma.

Featured Parks

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Point Defiance Park

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Ruston Way

swan creek mountain bike

Swan Creek Park

Thank you to the following sponsors who supports Parks Tacoma's mission to play, learn, and grow.

Mary Bridge Children's Hospital

Coca-Cola