Igniting the Creative Spirit of Gig Harbor

Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at the Spring Market & Festival

by Jillian Chandler

Spring is in full swing here in the harbor, which means there’s no better time to get outdoors and celebrate all this season has to offer. Mark your calendars for May 13 for a new market you won’t want to miss!

The Local Makers Spring Market & Festival, in partnership with the City of Gig Harbor, will make its debut just in time for Mother’s Day. From 10am to 3pm, the community is invited to gather together to celebrate spring and the immense creativity that can be found right here in Gig Harbor.

Held at Gig Harbor’s Civic Center Green (3510 Grandview Street), the Local Makers Spring Market & Festival will feature more than 50 local makers and artisans, as well as “minimakers” (youth entrepreneur makers) showcasing their skills. Discover the diverse array of handmade goods, everything from jewelry and pottery, to skin care, to baked goods—and, of course, a whole lot more!

In addition to the dozens of makers and artisans selling their goods, there will be local food and beverage vendors, DIY creative and pampering workshops, face painters, balloon artists, an aerial artist, and much more! Live music from local performers will fill the air throughout the event. And be sure to

“This event will be one of the highlights of the spring season for residents and visitors alike,” shares Caasi Dickens, founder of Local Makers Gig Harbor. “We’re coming together as a community to ignite the creative spirit of Gig Harbor. It will be a fantastic opportunity to discover unique, locally made goods, support local artisans, and have a great time with friends and family in a beautiful outdoor setting.”

Held the day before Mother’s Day, this is a wonderful event to treat Mom to. “We wanted to create an event that would be the perfect way for families to spend quality time together on this special occasion weekend,” smiles Clare Dunis, Local Makers member and co-organizer of the event. “Whether you’re looking for a unique gift for Mom, seeking inspiration for your own creative projects, or simply want to relax and have some fun, this festival has something for everyone.”

And there’s more good news. The event is free to attend! For more information about the event, including participating vendors, entertainment, activities and workshops, visit LocalMakersGigHarbor.com or follow the Local Makers Spring Market & Festival event page on Facebook.

Half Marathon - 10K - 5K

The children’s charities we support are Children’s Home Society Peninsula, Food Backpacks 4 Kids, and Communities In Schools Peninsula. We have also supported a Montessori Elementary School in Guatemala.

Rotary Club of Gig Harbor North.

August 5, 2023

Tacoma Narrows Airport

6:30AM - 7:45 AM - Packet Pickup

Race start times: 8:00AM - Half Marathon Start

8:15AM - 10K Start

8:30AM - 5K Start

12:00PM - Official Timing Concludes

*Please note, there is no advance packet pickup

RACE HIGHLIGHTS AND RUNNER SWAG! REGISTRATION OPEN!

Scenic course, with all distances running the iconic Tacoma Narrows Bridge!

Well-supported race with multiple aid stations for each distance.

Tech shirt for all runners.

Custom, locally made finisher medal for all distances.

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Taste of Gig Harbor

Taste of Gig Harbor, a dinner and auction fundraiser brought to the community by the Rotary Club of Gig Harbor, offers the finest cuisine Gig Harbor has to offer. Since 1991, the Rotary Club has provided the most fun, exciting forum for friends, neighbors and sponsors to come together for this excellent fundraising event to help support their local and international projects. Held at the Gig Harbor Antique Airplane Hangar on Saturday, May 6, beginning at 5:30pm, tickets are priced $100 per person and can be purchased online at TasteofGigHarbor.com.

The Community Table Fundraiser

Enjoy an evening under the stars at The Community Table, an event to raise critical funds for local programs working to ensure families’ essential food needs are met. Hosted by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation and Uptown Gig Harbor, the event will be held at Pavilion Plaza on Saturday, May 6. Each ticket includes an amazing three-course gourmet dinner, live music, a locally crafted ceramic water glass to take home, and your donation to The Community Table Fund. To purchase tickets to the event, which is limited to just 100 guests, visit GGHF.info/CommunityTable.