Ruston Way Waterfront

Ruston Way Waterfront This two-mile long scenic waterfront park has panoramic views of Commencement Bay and is a great plac We welcome dialogue with the public.

This two-mile long scenic waterfront park has panoramic views of Commencement Bay and is a great place for walking, jogging, rollerblading and fishing. Ruston Way Waterfront is owned and maintained by Metro Parks Tacoma and the City of Tacoma. Ruston Way Waterfront is a facility of Metro Parks Tacoma. Please be aware your comments are subject to public disclosure laws and will be screened periodic

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Hours:
Open ½ hour before sunrise. Close ½ hour after sunset.

06/18/2025

Tacoma’s 4th of July celebration is back! Head to the Ruston Way Waterfront where you'll enjoy a full day of live music, food, entertainment, and craft vendors. The fun begins at noon and ends with spectacular fireworks over Puget Sound.

Presented by Emerald Queen Casino
Featuring the City of Tacoma Government fireworks show presented by Tacoma Venues & Events

Supported by
BECU Audacy Umpqua Bank Silver Cloud Hotels - Tacoma Waterfront HOT 103.7 Seattle

You'll have the prettiest garden in your neighborhood with tips and tricks from the experts at the Point Defiance Flower...
05/23/2025

You'll have the prettiest garden in your neighborhood with tips and tricks from the experts at the Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival. 🌺🌸🌼 Tag your friends and make plans to join us at this free event on June 7 & 8!

www.parkstacoma.gov/ptdflowergardenfest/

Presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
Supported by Lightcurve Internet Audacy Emma 94.1 Seattle South Sound Magazine TAPCO CU Showcase Magazine
Children's Garden supported by O Bee Credit Union

Enjoy a showcase of gardening in the Pacific Northwest with hands-on programming, garden tours, food trucks, shopping, lectures, live music and more.

The Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival on June 7 & 8 is the perfect place to find garden inspiration, shopping, and...
04/27/2025

The Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival on June 7 & 8 is the perfect place to find garden inspiration, shopping, and fun!
✅Plant Market
✅Food Trucks
✅Lecture Series
✅Children's Wonder and Grow Garden
✅Paint & Sip workshops
✅Make & Take workshops
✅Garden Tours
✅Wine & Beer Tasting

Admission to the festival is free. Workshops, garden tours and wine/beer tasting require tickets. For more info visit www.parkstacoma.gov/ptdflowergardenfest

Presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

Celebrate Independence Day in Tacoma with iconic views, star-studded entertainment, local food and craft vendors, and sp...
06/25/2024

Celebrate Independence Day in Tacoma with iconic views, star-studded entertainment, local food and craft vendors, and spectacular fireworks! 🎇

www.metroparkstacoma.org/event/summerblast

Emerald Queen Casino
City of Tacoma Government
Bath Fitter NW
Lightcurve Internet
Tacoma Venues & Events
Dinsmore Auto Group

Umpqua Bank

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KISW 99.9 "The Rock"
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94.1 The Sound Seattle

Celebrate independence Day in Tacoma with iconic views, star-studded entertainment, local food and craft vendors, and sp...
06/22/2024

Celebrate independence Day in Tacoma with iconic views, star-studded entertainment, local food and craft vendors, and spectacular fireworks! 🎇

tacomasummerblast.com

The Emerald Queen Casino fireworks show is presented by City of Tacoma Government

There’s nothing lovelier than springtime at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma. Whether you’re an expert gardener, a budding ...
05/23/2024

There’s nothing lovelier than springtime at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma. Whether you’re an expert gardener, a budding plant lover or just enjoy smelling the roses, the Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival on June 1 and 2 is the perfect place to find garden inspiration, shopping, food, and fun.

www.metroparkstacoma.org/ptdflowergardenfest

Presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

Metro Parks Tacoma is seeking proposals from qualified food concessionaires to operate the food service area at Les Davi...
03/30/2024

Metro Parks Tacoma is seeking proposals from qualified food concessionaires to operate the food service area at Les Davis Fishing Pier, 3427 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA.

Proposals are due on April 11. Site visits will be held on April 1 and April 5. Site visits are optional and by appointment only. RSVP for a site visit using the link on page 2 of the RFP which is posted at: www.metroparkstacoma.org/about/contract-bidding/requests-for-proposals-qualifications

01/19/2024
06/29/2023

UPDATE: The advisory has been lifted.
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6/29/23 The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department issued an advisory for Jack Hyde Beach due to high bacteria levels. Don’t swim or wade anywhere at Jack Hyde Beach in Tacoma. Read more at the link:

06/29/2023
Saturday, June 3 at Dune. It’s free!
06/01/2023

Saturday, June 3 at Dune. It’s free!

Want a fun way to enjoy Saturday morning? Sign up to join in on this free nature walk! Led by one of our Educators, you will learn more about the natural environment of Dune Peninsula and get to enjoy wonderful views of the water. If we are lucky, maybe the mountain will be out too! This walk is fully paved and geared toward accessibility for all abilities. Dress for the weather – walk will happen rain or shine. Recommended for ages 3+. Service animals permitted, no pets allowed. Pre-registration is requested.
https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/event/paved-nature-walk-spring-is-in-the-air/

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2201 Ruston Way
Tacoma, WA
98402

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This two-mile long scenic waterfront park has panoramic views of Commencement Bay and is a great place for walking, jogging, rollerblading and fishing. Ruston Way Waterfront is owned and maintained by Metro Parks Tacoma and the City of Tacoma. Hours: Open ½ hour before sunrise. Close ½ hour after sunset.