Top 15 Fall Things to Do in Olympia & Beyond
Blaze Your Own Trail
We can’t wait to discover what part of us speaks to you – whether it’s tasting a new cuisine, embracing your inner artist, or one-upping your greatest outdoor adventure, there’s a trail here waiting just for you.
Here, handcrafted is a way of life from our farmers markets to our local coffee to our small-batch beer, wine, and spirits.
Get rejuvenated by nature on a hike or, for the more adventurous, paddle boarding in the bay. Then take in the creativity and culture that exudes through not only our shops, entertainment, and nightlife, but also the people.
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Free Things to Do Around Olympia
Timberland Regional Library
Read, explore, create, and learn at the Timberland Regional Library!
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Olympia Farmers Market
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Thurston Bountiful Byway Takes E‑Bike Riders Through Scenic Chehalis Western Trail and Yelm-Rainier-Tenino Trail
Kayaking in Olympia: Woodard Bay Conservation Area
See a bat nursery while enjoying a serene kayaking adventure in Thurston County
Our Communities
When you're ready to venture beyond Olympia, it’s easy to head in any direction and be instantly welcomed by the small towns and rural communities of Thurston County.
Active Families
Families of all shapes and sizes will find endless opportunities to make lasting memories here.
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Things to Do in the Olympia Area
McCoy’s Tavern
418 4th Ave E Olympia, Washington 98501
Medal of Honor Memorial
416 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98507
Medal of Honor Memorial
416 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98507
Metro Piercing
215 4th Ave E Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 352-5114
Millersylvania State Park
12245 Tilley Rd S Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 753-1519
Millersylvania State Park
12245 Tilley Rd S Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 753-1519
Moon Child PNW
507 Washington St SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 522-5262
Moon Child PNW
507 Washington St SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 522-5262
Moon Tree at Capitol Campus
103 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98501
Moon Tree at Capitol Campus
103 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98501
Moon Tree at Capitol Campus
103 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98501
Moon Tree at Capitol Campus
103 Sid Snyder Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98501
Music De-Lite
6519 Portstewart Lane SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 456-1578
The Mystic Game Shop
211 4th Ave E Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 628-8196
The Mystic Game Shop
211 4th Ave E Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 628-8196
Mystic Journeys Sailboat Charters
1022 Marine Dr NE Olympia, Washington 98501 (206) 747-1985
Nicole’s Bar
109 Legion Way SW Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 915-7968
Nicole’s Bar
109 Legion Way SW Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 915-7968
Nisqually Indian Tribe
4820 She Nah Num Dr. SE Olympia, Washington 98513 (360) 456-5221
Nisqually Reach Nature Center
4949 D Milluhr Dr. NE Olympia, Washington 98516 (360) 459-0387
Nisqually Reach Nature Center
4949 D Milluhr Dr. NE Olympia, Washington 98516 (360) 459-0387
Nuestra Casita Home Décor
1942 State Ave NE Olympia, Washington 98506 (360) 918-8720
O’Blarney’s Irish Pub
4411 Martin Way East Olympia, Washington 98516 (360) 459-8084
O’Blarney’s Irish Pub
4411 Martin Way East Olympia, Washington 98516 (360) 459-8084