Point Defiance Park

Point Defiance Park Privacy/Commenting Policy: parkstacoma.gov/privacy This 760-acre park is a popular destination for more than 3.1 million people each year.
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Natural forest, saltwater beaches and spectacular views offer numerous possibilities for recreation, education and communing with nature. Hours: The park is open daily from 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset. Hours at attractions within the park may vary.

Built in 1914 and inspired by Japanese architecture, the Pagoda has long been a place for cultural exchange. During the ...
06/01/2026

Built in 1914 and inspired by Japanese architecture, the Pagoda has long been a place for cultural exchange. During the Point Defiance Flower and Garden Festival, that tradition continues in a truly interactive way.

🌸 Discover the art of Ikebana (Japanese flower arranging) with Ikebana International Tacoma Olympia
🌸Explore Tacoma’s sister city relationship through the Tacoma Kitakyushu Sister City Committee display
🌸Try hands-on origami with PAPER - Puget Area Paperfolding Enthusiasts Roundtable
🌸Watch traditional calligraphy come to life with Meito Shodo-Kai Calligraphy Association

The Pagoda is free to attend both Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7. Come see it for yourself!

05/30/2026

Don't miss the weekend fun! Bring your friends or family to Tacoma’s Point Defiance Park on June 6-7 for the Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival.

It's a showcase of gardening in the Pacific Northwest with workshops, garden tours, food trucks, shopping, lectures, live music, a beer and wine tasting garden, and more.

Whether you’re an expert gardener, a budding plant lover or just enjoy smelling the roses, the Festival is the perfect place to find garden inspiration, shopping, food, and fun.

Festival details and workshop registration can be found at the link in the first comment.

We have openings for mobile food vendors in parks this summer. Tag a food truck you love and let them know about this o...
05/30/2026

We have openings for mobile food vendors in parks this summer. Tag a food truck you love and let them know about this opportunity! 🚚 🍕🌭🍦

One-week bookings are available at: Dune Peninsula, Wright Park, Titlow Park, SERA Sports Complex, Heidelberg Sports Complex, and Point Defiance Marina.

Visit the link in the first comment to learn more.

We've got a special announcement! The Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival is excited to welcome this year's keynote ...
05/28/2026

We've got a special announcement! The Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival is excited to welcome this year's keynote speakers: Chris Staudinger from Pretty Gritty Tours and Debra Prinzing from SLOW Flowers Society.

🌼Saturday, June 6 at noon: “SECRET GARDENS: Tacoma and the Landscape of Parks”.
🌼Chris Staudinger uncovers the surprising history behind the landscapes that helped define Tacoma. If you love Tacoma history, hidden stories, architecture, parks, or local culture, this is for you.

🌺Sunday, June 7 at noon: "ECO-FRIENDLY FLORAL DESIGN: From the Garden to the Vase".
🌺Debra Prinzing shares simple, thoughtful approaches to floral design using seasonal blooms, recycled vessels, and natural materials. Discover how sustainable floral design can be beautiful, creative, seasonal and deeply personal.

Admission is free. Join us at the Rose Garden Stage located in the wine tasting garden. All ages welcome.

Read more at the link in the first comment!

Join us at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum on Friday, June 26 from 6-9 pm for an evening filled with Northwest cuis...
05/28/2026

Join us at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum on Friday, June 26 from 6-9 pm for an evening filled with Northwest cuisine, drinks, entertainment, and Victorian finery.

At "Dine We Must", participants will enjoy a farm-to-table dinner during a whimsical night full of culinary delights. You're encouraged to visit and explore the Fort’s historic buildings, enjoy appetizers and a cash bar supporting the Fort Nisqually Foundation.

Partake in a game, make a 19th century craft, or take a few photos before transitioning to dinner. The evening will conclude with a sampling of desserts baked in our period kitchen, cooked by our wonderfully talented volunteers.

Get tickets in advance at the link in the first comment.

05/27/2026

Paint and Sip among the roses! Join us in the Rose Garden on June 6-7 for a one-of-a-kind experience. Sip on a selection of curated wines and follow along with the instructor to create a unique work of art to take home.

Space is limited, register today at the link in the first comment.

Tickets include:
🌺Souvenir Garden Festival tasting glass
🌺Free insulated tumbler to take home, courtesy of Lightcurve
🌺Your choice of 2 beverages (wine, beer, or non-alcoholic)
🌺Art supplies
🌺60 minutes of instruction

Supported by Lightcurve Internet

We’re excited to announce that Chris Staudinger is our keynote speaker at 12 pm on Saturday, June 6 at the Point Defianc...
05/25/2026

We’re excited to announce that Chris Staudinger is our keynote speaker at 12 pm on Saturday, June 6 at the Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival.

Have you met Chris? He really knows how to tell a story! For over 15 years, he’s worked as a videographer, journalist, and travel writer uncovering the most fascinating places and experiences around the world. Today, he runs Pretty Gritty Tours creating immersive tours and experiences across Washington that connect people to the stories behind the places they thought they knew.

Admission is free! Come enjoy a glass of wine at the Rose Garden Stage and hear from one of the best storytellers around.

In his talk “SECRET GARDENS: Tacoma and the Landscape of Parks” Chris uncovers the surprising history behind the landscapes that helped define Tacoma. If you love Tacoma history, hidden stories, architecture, parks, or local culture…
this is for you.

Saturday, June 6 at 12:00 pm
Admission is free.

To get the festival schedule visit www.parkstacoma.gov/ptdflowergardenfest

Turn “I’m just browsing” into three new plants somehow!Expect to find plants you absolutely do not have room for from lo...
05/23/2026

Turn “I’m just browsing” into three new plants somehow!

Expect to find plants you absolutely do not have room for from local nurseries like Emerald City Orchids, Glorious Greenhouse Plant Shop and Vintage Interiors, The Glass Gardenhouse, Wanderlust Nursery and more during this year's Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival.

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4702 S 19th Street
Tacoma, WA
98405

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(253) 591-5339

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