# MLK Day 2026 Events & Parades in Olympia | AllEvents | Olympia events

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate the achievements and life of Martin Luther King Jr Day with interesting events and things to do in Olympia; from parades, concerts to walking tours, gospel choirs and a lot more this MLK Day 2026 in Olympia.
- **Category**: Martin Luther King Day
- **Display Name**: Martin Luther King day events
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Celebrating the life of the American Civil Rights Leader, Martin Luther King Jr. It is a massive celebration of the life and achievements of this influential personality. There are so many things to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day 2026 in [CITY]. You could be a part of the parade or enjoy a concert to make merry on the auspicious occasion of the MLK Day. You can even celebrate this day by volunteering at the community service. Since, this holiday is also a lot about the MLK Day Of Service.  Walking tours, annual tribute to Martin Luther King Jr, community building workshops and a lot more.

## Trending Events in Olympia

- **Event Name**: Beaded Windchime Workshop
  - **Description**: Studies have shown that art has the power to enhance brain function and reduce stress. Let's produce some dopamine together!Come join me for an afternoon of hands-on creativity while sipping your beverage of choice. During our time
  - **Venue**: Mount Olympus Brewing Tumwater Taps
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- **Event Name**: Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) - Olympia Area!
  - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLII  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1625a6c0-a7b9-11f0-9b61
  - **Venue**: Watershed Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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- **Event Name**: Capital Lakefair 2026
  - **Description**: The 69th Annual Capital Lakefair opens Wednesday, July 15, 2026, and concludes with our spectacular fireworks show on Sunday, July 19!

We’re thrilled to announce this year’s theme:
🎉 “Let the Medieval Madness Begin!” 🏰⚔️

Join us for five days of fun, fo
  - **Venue**: Heritage Park Olympia
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- **Event Name**: Gabriel Rutledge Live in Olympia
  - **Description**: Gabriel Rutledge Live in Olympia April 18th. 

A past winner of both the Seattle International Comedy Competition and The Laughing Skull Comedy Festival in Atlanta, Gabriel has made numerous television appearances including Comedy Central's Live at Gotham
  - **Venue**: Capitol Theater - Olympia
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- **Event Name**: Olympia Dragon Boat Festival
  - **Description**: Free to the public! The Olympia Dragon Boat Festival will be taking place again on July 11, 2026. Join us for a day of entertainment clubs from around the sound compete in head-to-head races along the Olympia waterfront.
  - **Venue**: 701 Columbia Street Southwest, Olympia, WA
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- **Event Name**: Run Like A Fool 2026
  - **Description**: Come Run Like a Fool and have fun and be festive in your wackiest costume. 

The course is flat and fast with two laps around scenic Capitol Lake.

The Run Like A Fool 2025 sold out, so be sure to register now to secure your spot. The race is limited to 3
  - **Venue**: Heritage Park Olympia WA
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- **Event Name**: Native Art Market
  - **Description**: Shop the works of more than 50 Native artists celebrating Indigenous creativity, culture, and community.  Discover one-of-a kind handmade jewelery, tetiles, prints and more.  Free parking and entry. Food available for lunch on a cash-only basis.
  - **Venue**: House of Welcome Longhouse, The Evergreen State College Olympia, WA, USA
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- **Event Name**: The Wailin' Jennys
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to The Wailin' Jennys, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Washington Center For The Performing Arts in the heart of Olympia, WA for an event th
  - **Venue**: Washington Center For The Performing Arts
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- **Event Name**: Capital Lakefair Car Show 2026
  - **Description**: Please mark your calendars for friday, July 17th 2026 for the annual Capital Lakefair Car Show!

registration will only be available on the official Lakefair website at www.lakefair.org.  So please do not pay any attention to scammers in the comments. Tha
  - **Venue**: Marathon park, Olympia, wa
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