Chehalis Centralia Events Calendar

This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.

Nov
30
Sat
Tree Planting Work Party with the Chehalis Land Trust @ Chehalis River Discovery Trail
Nov 30 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Every winter, the Chehalis Land Trust Team plants over 50 trees along the river at Discovery Trail to help support the reinvigoration of this critical habitat!

Please join our November 30th Work party at Chehalis River Discovery Trail to prepare the planting sites for the Winter 2024 tree group.

Work will include removing invasive thistles, invasive canary grass, scouting tree locations, learning tree species, and digging and planting trees.

The hike to our planting site is about 1/2 mile or less. Garden tools will be provided, but if you have gloves and other tools and gear you enjoy using feel free to bring those along!

Dec
7
Sat
74th Annual Santa Parade @ Chehalis, Washington
Dec 7 @ 11:00 am
74th Annual Santa Parade @ Chehalis, Washington

74th Annual Santa Parade
Saturday, December 7
11 a.m. Parade Begins
The parade is on Market Street in Chehalis and loops down Pacific Avenue.
Bundle up and join us for a Rock ‘n Roll Christmas!
Shop Local bags will be given out while supplies last!
(we can still stuff bags if you want to add something but call us soon! 360-748-8885)
Our Grand Marshal is the Southwest Washington Dance Center

 

Dec
14
Sat
2024 Centralia Lighted Tractor Parade @ Historic Downtown Centralia
Dec 14 @ 6:00 pm
2024 Centralia Lighted Tractor Parade @ Historic Downtown Centralia

Celebrate the 15th Annual Lighted Tractor Parade in historic downtown Centralia. The parade starts at 6:00.

Jan
18
Sat
ZooZoo @ Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts
Jan 18 @ 7:30 pm
ZooZoo @ Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts

Imago’s shows have been described as Cirque Du Soleil-evoking acrobatics mixed with Mummenschanz-like mime, set in a unique, yet accessible, French-influenced, avant-garde playground. ZooZoo is penguins playing musical chairs, a cat trapped in a giant paper bag, hippos with insomnia, anteaters as waiters, and a madcap revue of illusion, comedy and fun that has inspired audiences nationwide. Imago has performed in China, Europe and at some of North America’s most revered festivals.

A good time for the entire family!

Mar
1
Sat
Packwood Community Education Event with Lewis County Noxious Weed Control @ Lewis County Fire District 10 Training Room
Mar 1 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Packwood Community Education Event with Lewis County Noxious Weed Control @ Lewis County Fire District 10 Training Room

Come learn about:

-The Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Program, who we are, what we do, and how we can help each other.
-East County Noxious Weed Identification, Control Strategies, & Community Action
-WSDA Funded Knotweed Control on the Cowlitz River

(2 WSDA Pesticide Recertification Credits Pending)

Yes We CAN! Preservation Dinner (hosted by Nature Nurture Farmacy) @ Twin Cities Senior Center
Mar 1 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Join us for a lovely potluck celebrating local food grown and preserved by hard-working farmers and community members. Music by Prairie Fire.

Our preservation dinner aims to complement the lively fall harvest dinners that happen in the community. In late winter as we emerge from the cold, dark weather, we can remember the fruits of our labor as we savor preserved goods from our abundant summer and fall harvests. We can celebrate the continuation of the cycle of life that connects us all. We want to offer an evening to showcase local food, nutrition programs, and farmer opportunities. Farming is connection to community eating, health, and environmental sustainability. Please come and see what is happening in our community and share what you may be doing as well.

Calling all producers, growers, grocers, markets, local food banks, food access programs, chefs & restaurants focusing on local produce, community & school gardens, folks who simply love delicious food grown with heart. Kids are welcome. Join us, and let’s unite our missions!

Tickets are free with suggested donation; registration required.

This event supports Nature Nurture Farmacy’s Project: Food Is Medicine.

Apr
1
Tue
Noxious Urban Ornamentals & Garden Escapees @ Olympic Club Theater
Apr 1 all-day
Noxious Urban Ornamentals & Garden Escapees @ Olympic Club Theater

Whether you’re an experienced gardener or simply have access to an urban greenspace, you’re invited to explore the impact of noxious weeds on the environment and discover beneficial ornamental alternatives. Join us for this enlightening presentation, brought to you by the Lewis County Master Gardeners and the Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board. Stick around afterward for a Q&A session.

Apr
25
Fri
Earth Day Extravaganza @ Centralia College KNOLL
Apr 25 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Earth Day Extravaganza @ Centralia College KNOLL

Join us at China Creek to celebrate our earth by caring for this important salmon habitat! We will be picking up garbage, removing invasive weeds, planting native plants and mulching with compost. Hear from the Lewis County and Centralia Stream Teams, Lewis County Noxious Weed Board, Centralia Clean Team and the City of Centralia on topics like composting, stream restoration, community clean-ups and how YOU can get involved in local environmental stewardship. Fun for the whole family!

May
10
Sat
Journey of a Lifetime on Bicentennial @ Historic Borst Home Museum
May 10 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Journey of a Lifetime on Bicentennial @ Historic Borst Home Museum

M’Lee Barlow, granddaughter to Lola Bowen Stancil who spent many months during the bicentennial (1976) on the Oregon Trail will be retelling her story. A journey her ancestors took in 1843 to settle in our area. A talk with many supporting artifacts.

May
17
Sat
Company Musical @ Centralia College Corbet Theatre
May 17 @ 7:00 pm – May 25 @ 7:00 pm

Company
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by George Furth
Company is a musical comedy which takes a honest and nuanced look at modern relationships. On his 35th birthday, the central character Bobby considers his life as bachelor in contrast to those of his married friends. Set in New York City, the musical examines the humor, beauty, and challenges of modern life.
May 16-17 7pm
May 18 2pm
May 23-24 7pm
May 25 2pm
Tickets $12 adults/ $10 student
More info at www.centralia.edu/theatre