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.

Aug
25
Fri
Fee Free Day @ Mount Rainier National Park
Aug 25 @ 9:00 am

The ten entrance fee-free days for 2017 will be:

  • January 16: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • February 20: Presidents Day
  • April 15-16 & April 22-23: National Park Week Weekends
  • August 25: National Park Service Birthday
  • September 30: National Public Lands Day
  • November 11-12: Veterans Day Weekend
Aug
27
Sun
Pacific Northwest Sacred Harp Singers @ Morton's Tiller Arts Center
Aug 27 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Sacred Harp is a style of choral music that utilizes shape notes and harmonies. Singings bring together people from all around, and visitors are welcome to join either as singers or just simply to listen. Dinner will be served.

Aug
28
Mon
High Pass Challenge @ Packwood
Aug 28 @ 7:00 am

The High Pass Challenge is an epic bicycling journey from Packwood to Windy Ridge and back, covering more than 7,500 feet of elevation gain along U.S. Highway 12 and Forest Service roads leading to Mount St. Helens.

Aug
30
Wed
ARTrails
Aug 30 @ 1:35 am – 2:35 am

You’re invited to join ARTrails at our Gala Opening Reception to be held at Centralia’s Historic Train Depot. Celebrate the opening of our 15th annual studio tour, meet the artists and view the Exhibition Gallery.

Pick up a studio guide or view it online for a map and information on each artist. We have lots of hands-on activities for all ages! Visit one or visit them all with this free self-guided tour. Also visit the Exhibition Gallery where each participating artist has one piece of work on display at 210 Railroad Ave in Centralia in the historic train depot September 16-24.

Sep
13
Wed
Paint Night @ Centralia College
Sep 13 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Paintings are led by Sue Wachter and Joan Hitchcock. Cancellations must be processed more 24 hours in advance to be accepted. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the event starts to get your supplies and spot ready for the evening.

We provide paint, canvas, brushes, apron, snacks and drinks and you get to take home your masterpiece each event. Wine will be provided for those over 21 years of age.  Room 116 in Washington Hall on campus.

Sep
15
Fri
ARTrails Gala Opening Reception @ Centralia Train Depot
Sep 15 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

You’re invited to join ARTrails at our Gala Opening Reception to be held at Centralia’s Historic Train Depot. Celebrate the opening of our 15th annual studio tour, meet the artists and view the Exhibition Gallery.

Sep
16
Sat
Cowlitz People Pow Wow @ Toledo High School
Sep 16 @ 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Grand Enteries at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Salmon dinner at 5:00 p.m. Dance contents, drums and more.

Membership Appreciation Gala Dinner @ Roxy Theater
Sep 16 @ 6:30 pm

Membership Appreciation Night welcomes Fire Mountain Arts Council members to an entertaining evening of live entertainment, a bit of business, and a tasty meal. Want to be part of the fun? Join Fire Mountain Arts Council at the door, at the BCJ Gallery, or by mail.

Sep
21
Thu
Third Thursday @ Downtown Centralia
Sep 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for fun, music, movement and community — every Third Thursday in Historic Downtown Centralia, WA.

Sep
23
Sat
The History of Rainbow Falls State Park — Nature Interpretive Program @ Rainbow Falls State Park
Sep 23 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join Ranger Kathy Jacobson for an interpretive program/walk this Saturday to learn about the Chehalis River, the history of Rainbow Falls State Park and the CCC. All ages are welcome. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Please dress for the weather as this program will be held rain or shine. Meet at the picnic shelter in the day use area. A Discover Pass — day or valid annual pass is required for each vehicle entering the park.