Pierce County Parks 2025 Winter Guide

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DECEMBER EVENTS DEC 2024

NOV 29-JAN 5

FANTASY LIGHTS

Established as the Northwest's premier drive-through light display, it has grown in scale and creativity, featuring a captivating two-mile route adorned with over 300 animated displays and countless holiday lights. As Fantasy Lights enters its 30th year, the tradition continues to shine bright, offering a magical experience for all who venture through its sparkling, illuminated landscape

DEC 2-15

TO SANTA

Mail letters to Santa in our magical red mailbox, located next to the "Playground by the Sound" Santa is eagerly anticipating your letters so he can send a personalized response just for you

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DEC 2-26

REINDEER SCAVENGER

HUNT

DEC 6

Help find Santa's Reindeer before they head back to the North Pole! Complete a hunt form and turn it in at the Environmental Services Building between 8:30 AM-4:00 PM Mon-Fri for a prize Look out for Reindeer in the Central Meadow!

TIARAS & TIES BALL CANCELED

Treat your special little family member(s) out for a night of fun and dancing Enjoy a live DJ, themed refreshments and a professional photographer to capture the evening (photos purchased separately)

DECEMBER EVENTS DEC 2024

DEC

6

FAMILY BINGO NIGHT

UGLY SWEATER EDITION

Let’s play BINGO - Ugly Sweater Edition! Win prizes (wrapped for a fun twist) and enjoy treats from Mimi's Ice Cream food truck Come dressed in your ugliest holiday sweater to join in on the festiveness!

ENVIRONMENTALSERVICESBUILDING

6:30-9:30PM(DOORSOPENAT6:00)

$5/PLAYER,3ANDUNDERFREE

DEC

13

Join this fun puzzle competition with a holiday twist! Create a team of two to four people and race against time, and other teams, to complete your puzzle the fastest Teams have two hours to try and complete the provided 500-piece themed puzzle. The winning team wins a prize! Additional prizes will be awarded to individuals/teams dressed for the theme

DEC 7

SANTA PAWS

Santa Paws is coming to town! Dress your furry friend in their best holiday outfit for pictures with Santa (separate purchase) Treats and refreshments will be available for dogs/owners, as well as holidaythemed activities and vendors

DEC 7

HOLIDAY MARKET

Join us for a unique holiday shopping experience with festive music and food truck faire while browsing the many vendors for that perfect handcrafted Pacific Northwest gift

MERIDIANHABITATPARK

9:00AM-4:00PM

FREEADMISSION&PARKING

DEC 14

REINDEE RUN 5K

It's time to get into the holiday spirit! Join us in your finest ugly holiday sweaters, reindeer themed gear, and festive attire to celebrate the season! Enjoy hot cocoa, coffee, holiday music, and a festive photobooth Each participant will receive a keepsake medal and reindeer antlers

DEC 21

Experience the magic of the winter solstice while shopping for unique, artisan crafts Take a serene walk along a candle-lit Luminary Trail and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere Create a lantern and wildlife-friendly ornaments to bring a piece of the celebration home with our “activity package”.

DECEMBER EVENTS & ACTIVITIES DEC 2024

DEC 2-30

TAE KWON DO

DEC 23-JAN 5

Build self-discipline, agility, balance, strength, and speed Students are built from the inside out and must face strict standards for advancement including physical, mental and written tests Learn Olympic style and traditional training This class is taught by career instructors with multiple years of experience ALL AGES CROSSPARK

CANDY

CANE HUNT

Collect a scavenger hunt form from the Frederickson Community Center Mon-Fri from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, then explore the park in search of candy cane signs Return completed forms to the community center for a tasty candy cane treat

JAN 6-19

SASQUATCH HUNT JANUARY EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Calling all adventurers and mythical creature enthusiasts! Sasquatch has been spotted on the Grandview Trail and we need true explorers to help find the big hairy creature! Complete a hunt form and turn it in at the Environmental Services Building between 8:30 AM-4:00 PM Mon-Fri for a prize

JAN 2-30

TAE KWON DO

JAN 2025

NO SUN FUN RUN

Rain, hail, sleet, or snow, the No Sun Fun Run will take place no matter what weather our South Sound winter provides The run is non-competitive, chip-timed, and welcomes all ages and abilities on the Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail Remember, there's no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes

HERITAGERECREATIONCENTER

8:30AMCHECKIN/9:30AMSTART

$35/RUNNER

Build self-discipline, agility, balance, strength, and speed Students are built from the inside out and must face strict standards for advancement including physical, mental and written tests Learn Olympic style and traditional training This class is taught by career instructors with multiple years of experience

SPRINKER RECREATION CENTER MON/THURS6:00-8:00PM $45/PERSON

JAN 7-FEB 12

BELLY DANCE

AGES8&OVER

Middle Eastern Belly Dance is a low-impact form of dance appropriate for all body types and backgrounds Learn history, basic movements, isolation techniques, and more No dance experience necessary All ages, shapes, genders welcome Come with a willingness to learn make new friends, laugh and have a good time

SPRINKER RECREATION CENTER

CROSS PARK

AGES18&OVER

AGES18&OVER

TUES6:00-7:00PM $55/PERSON

WED6:00-7:00PM

$55/PERSON

JANUARY ACTIVITIES

Interested in playing hockey? Our classes work on skating skills, stick handling, developing game knowledge and fundamentals Classes available for all levels.

SPRINKERRECREATIONCENTER AGES4&OLDER

LEARN TO SKATE

safe experience, teach the correct technique of the simple basic elements, promote health and physical fitness, and enable all participants to develop skills necessary for a lifetime of skating

Lessons include: 30-minute group instruction with a certified ISI Coach Rental figure or hockey skates for classes practice during the public session on the day of the lesson 2 free admissions to the public sessions Skill evaluation, ribbon, and or badge.

SPRINKERRECREATIONCENTER AGES4&OLDER

PRACTICE

Stick & Puck and Skate & Scrimmage sessions available weekly. Goalies always needed! All games are non-checking.

SCHEDULE&FEES:WWWPIERCECOUNTYWAGOV/LEARNTOSKATE

FEBRUARY EVENTS

FEB 1

ALL AGES

DADDY

DAUGHTER DANCE

Join us for a Luau-inspired Daddy Daughter Dance with music, dancing, and refreshments for all ages Enjoy a live DJ, goody bags, and a professional photographer offering photo packages starting at 6:30 pm Don't miss this chance to create lasting tropical memories together at Sprinker Recreation Center!

SPRINKERRECREATIONCENTER

7:00-9:00PM

FEB ICE SHOW

FAMILY FRIENDLY

REFLECTIONS ON ICE

Get ready to buckle up and join the excitement as Pierce County Parks and the Lakewood Winter Club team up to present the 2025 "ROAD TRIP: Destination Adventure Part 2" Reflections on Ice show This event promises an unforgettable experience for the whole family

SPRINKERRECREATIONCENTER

SEESCHEDULEONLINE

TICKETSANDINFORMATION: PIERCECOUNTYWAGOV/REFLECTIONSONICE

$20/COUPLE

$8/ADDITIONALCHILD

$10/ADDITIONALADULT

FEB 21

FAMILY FRIENDLY

GLOW RUN 5K

Light up the night with an electrifying evening around the park, lighting up the path in vibrant colors and good vibes Registration includes choice of glow gear, finisher medal, Glow Dance Party, and bar service for 21 and over (with valid ID). Food truck onsite.

CHAMBERSCREEKREGIONALPARK ENVIRONMENTALSERVICESBUILDING

4:00PM/DOORSOPEN,5:00PM/RUNSTART 9:00PMAFTERPARTYENDS

$30/BYFEB14,$35/ATEVENT

FEBRUARY ACTIVITIES

FEB 3-27

TAE KWON DO

Build self-discipline, agility, balance, strength, and speed Students are built from the inside out and must face strict standards for advancement including physical, mental and written tests Learn Olympic style and traditional training This class is taught by career instructors with multiple years of experience

SPRINKER RECREATION CENTER

AGES8&OVER

MON/THURS6:00-8:00PM NOCLASS:FEB6

$45/PERSON

FEB 25-APRIL 2

BELLY DANCE

Middle Eastern Belly Dance is a low-impact form of dance appropriate for all body types and backgrounds Learn history, basic movements, isolation techniques, and more No dance experience necessary All ages, shapes, genders welcome Come with a willingness to learn make new friends, laugh and have a good time.

AGES18&OVER

SPRINKER RECREATION CENTER TUES6:00-7:00PM $55/PERSON

AGES18&OVER CROSS PARK WED6:00-7:00PM $55/PERSON

Community Centers

Environmental Services Building 9850 64th St W, University Place, WA 98467

253-798-4141 pceventrental@piercecountywagov

Frederickson Community Center

4420 Military Road East, Tacoma WA 98446

253-798-4055

Lakewood Community Center 9112 Lakewood Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

253-798-4199

Meridian Habitat Park 14422 Meridian E, Puyallup, WA 98375 253-798-4049

Sprinker Recreation Center 521 Miliary Dr S, Tacoma WA, 98444 253-798-4000

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