Located in the heart of Lacey’s historic neighborhood, discover Lacey’s surprising and fascinating past in the charming 1928 Russell House, once a residence, fire station, and Lacey’s first City Hall.
What’s more fun than enjoying holiday music with a cup of hot cocoa in hand and a wintery treat from one of our food vendors while you stroll around the park and enjoy some festive activities and magical surprises?
The Signing Santa program, presented by the Signing Santa Organization and Lacey Parks, Culture & Recreation, brings children who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families, friends, and the community together. It’s a chance for all children to gather and see the spirit of giving, seek new friends, and promote awareness of the deaf community to all.
Mrs. Claus is excited to decorate cookies with all her fans and share stories about Santa and all things Christmas! Each child will receive a plate of cookies to decorate (to eat or take home), plus they can take a selfie with Mrs. Claus, and ask all those questions they have about Santa and the North Pole! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited.(Pre-registration is required, No onsite registration.)
Join local historian Deborah Ross as she delves into newspaper articles, census data, and archives from early Thurston County to develop a picture of attitudes towards romance, marriage, and sexuality, that, surprisingly, aren’t too different from today.
Join us at the North Pole for a special visit with Santa! Your family and friends will enjoy a kid-friendly breakfast buffet (for example: yogurt, muffins, fruit, cereal options, juice, hot cocoa, coffee, and more), special keepsake crafts, and even some Christmas magic! Each family will receive a digital professional photo with Santa too! (additional fee for additional poses.) Space is limited and this popular event sells out every year, so don’t wait to register. (Pre-registration is required, No onsite registration.)
Join Rebecca Sanchez as she covers her research from a series of local history articles published on Thurston Talk about the Evergreen Ballroom.
Savor the sights and sounds of the world without leaving Lacey! Share the heritage and cultures of our community at the Cultural Celebration. This year will be bigger than ever as we bring the world to you. Enjoy music and dance presentations by local and regional performing arts groups. Learn about various world traditions through demonstrations and displays. Sample the flavors and art of the world with our diverse food and craft vendors. Bring the kids for hands-on crafts! This is an event designed for the whole family.
