Look forward to the season ahead at our quarterly Trips & Tours Showcase! This is your exclusive chance to get a first look at the exciting destinations and activities planned for the coming months. Join us for a presentation of the new catalog of day trips and priority registration.

Can’t make it? Don’t worry! The catalog and registration links will be available on our website right after the Showcase at 4 pm.

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The 37th annual Victorian Country Christmas Festival at the Washington State Fairgrounds is always a delightful experience for all.

This annual festival boasts more than 500 vendors, live stage shows, gourmet food and a winter wine garden. It’s all set against a fantastic backdrop made to recreate a Victorian-era shopping experience. You’ll have plenty of time to browse all the unique vendors and sample the delicious snacks and food from the myriad of food concessionaires.

*Food and beverages will be available at the event. You are responsible for paying for your own meal.
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PRICE:

$79 Members

$99 General Public

INCLUDED: Transportation, trip planning, festival admission and snack.

DEPARTURE:

Olympia 10:30 am

Lacey 11:00 am

APPROXIMATE RETURN:

4:00 pm

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‍This trip is sold out! Call the Trips & Tours office for waitlist options at 360.586.6181 ext. 126

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Everyone loves holiday lights! Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park features nearly 300 elaborate displays of thousands of sparkling lights and digital displays, all set to a customized holiday soundtrack. The beautiful drive along Spanaway Lake has become a memorable Pacific Northwest holiday tradition.

We’ll stop for an early supper before the holiday light show.

We have tables reserved at a McNamara’s Irish Pub.

*You are responsible for paying for your own meal.

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PRICE:

$59 Members

$79 General Public

INCLUDED: Transportation, trip planning, holiday light tour admission and snack

DEPARTURE:

Olympia 3:00 pm

Lacey 3:30 pm

APPROXIMATE RETURN:

8:00 pm

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‍This trip is sold out! Call the Trips & Tours office for waitlist options at 360.586.6181 ext. 126

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Feel the thrill of Disney’s award-winning musical as it comes alive on stage at Seattle’s historic Paramount Theatre. With breathtaking costumes, stunning puppetry and the unforgettable music of Elton John and Tim Rice, The Lion King is a Broadway experience like no other.

We’ll have lunch together at the nostalgic Poodle Dog Restaurant on our way up to Seattle.

*You are responsible for paying for your own meal.

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PRICE:

$209 Members

$229 General Public

INCLUDED: Transportation, trip planning, theater admission and fees, and snack.

DEPARTURE:

Olympia 9:00 am

Lacey 9:30 am

APPROXIMATE RETURN:

6:00 pm

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‍This trip is sold out! Call the Trips & Tours office for waitlist options at 360.586.6181 ext. 126

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Celebrate the holiday season close to home with a day of festive charm.

Our outing begins at the Capitol Campus, where the Legislative Building is beautifully adorned for the season and a grand Christmas tree shines in the rotunda. We’ll gather for a private luncheon at the elegant Octapas Café, then be swept up in the joyous sounds of the Capital City Chorus in concert at the Capital HS Performing Arts Center. This enchanting holiday experience is a perfect way to enjoy the season within our own community.

The meal and a soft drink is included in our private dining experience.

*Additional beverages will be available for purchase.

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PRICE:

$79 Members

$99 General Public

INCLUDED: Transportation, trip planning, private buffet lunch, all admissions and fees, and snack.

DEPARTURE:

Lacey 10:30 am

Olympia 11:00 am

APPROXIMATE RETURN:

5:00 pm

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Join us for a creative afternoon, where you’ll learn how to craft your own unique colorful resin suncatcher—perfect for adding a touch of sparkle to your window at home. In this fun and interactive workshop, an experienced instructor will guide us through the resin crafting process step by step, providing a variety of colors and materials. After class, we’ll have lunch together and, if time allows, stop by a local art store to browse for inspiration and supplies.

We have tables reserved at a local restaurant.

*You are responsible for paying for your own meal.

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PRICE:

$149 Members

$169 General Public

INCLUDED: Transportation, trip planning, workshop fees and materials, and snack.

DEPARTURE:

Olympia 9:00 am

Lacey 9:30 am

APPROXIMATE RETURN:

4:30 pm

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This trip is sold out! Call the Trips & Tours office for waitlist options at 360.586.6181 ext. 126

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Join us on an adventure into the cosmos. Our journey through the universe happens at the Pierce College Science dome, a digital planetarium that is the only one of its kind in the South Puget Sound region. At this immersive and interactive theater, we’ll learn about the size and scale of the universe. After an informative presentation at the Dome, we’ll have lunch together at a local restaurant.

We have tables reserved at a local restaurant.

*You are responsible for paying for your own meal.

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PRICE:

$79 Members

$99 General Public

INCLUDED: Transportation, trip planning, planetarium admission and fees, and snack.

DEPARTURE:

Olympia 9:30 am

Lacey 10:00 am

APPROXIMATE RETURN:

3:00 pm

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This trip is sold out! Call the Trips & Tours office for waitlist options at 360.586.6181 ext. 126

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Step back in time as we explore the elegance and innovation of America’s Gilded Age. Our day begins at the WW Seymour Botanical Conservatory, where lush plants thrive inside a striking glass conservatory dating back to 1908. From there, we’ll walk approximately 6 blocks to the McMenamins Elks Temple, a beautifully restored landmark built at the close of the Gilded Age. After lunch together, we’ll head to the Washington State History Museum for a docent-led tour, highlighting the culture and artistry of the Gilded Age era.

Join us for a day filled with history, architecture, and beauty!

We have tables reserved at the historic Elk Lodge McMenamins.

*You are responsible for paying for your own meal.

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PRICE:

$129 Members

$149 General Public

INCLUDED: Transportation, trip planning, all museum admissions and tour fees, and snack.

DEPARTURE:

Olympia 9:00 am

Lacey: 9:30 am

APPROXIMATE RETURN:

4:00 pm

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