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.

Jul
26
Mon
ChehalisFest @ Downtown Chehalis
Jul 26 @ 8:00 am – Jul 31 @ 10:00 pm

ChehalisFest

Celebrate ChehalisFest all week long! Downtown Chehalis will be brimming with fun activities for everyone throughout the week of July 26-July 31, 2021. Stay tuned for more details coming soon! Think cars, refreshments, games, fun for kids, shopping, and music!
The Chehalis Community Renaissance Team welcomes you downtown for summer days of sunshine and fun!
Aug
17
Tue
SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON FAIR @ SW WA Fairgrounds
Aug 17 @ 10:00 am – Aug 23 @ 7:00 pm

LET’S ALL GO TO THE FAIR – AUGUST 17 – 22, 2021

Tuesday August 17…Kids Day – Ages 6 to 12 Get 1/2 Price Admission…Ages 6-12

Livestock Shows in Progress:

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Dairy Cattle

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Sheep

All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry

All Day Judging…Horse Arena

10:00 pm – Fair Closes

Wednesday, August 18…Senior Day – Ages 60+ Get ½ Price Admission

Livestock Shows in Progress:

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Dairy Cattle

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Sheep

All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry

All Day Judging…Horse Arena

Thursday, August 19…Grange Day & HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT – after 4:00 pm High School Students with a valid ASB card get in for $3

Livestock Shows in Progress:

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Dairy Cattle

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Sheep

All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry

All Day Judging…Horse Arena

Friday, August 20…Military Appreciation Day – Discount w/Military ID

Livestock Shows in Progress:

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Beef Cattle

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Goat

All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry

All Day Judging…Horse Arena

Southwest Washington Junior Livestock Committee Auction – 5:30 PM New Judging Pavilion

Saturday, August 21 – Rodeo & Wild Horse Race at 6:00 PM in the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds Grandstands

Livestock Shows in Progress:

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Beef Cattle

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Goat

All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry

All Day Judging…Horse Arena

Sunday, August 22…Family Day…All Ages ½ Price Admission at the Gate

Livestock Shows In Progress:

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Beef Cattle

All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Goat

All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry

All Day Judging…Horse Arena

KACS Family Day Concert Series

7:00 pm – Commercial Buildings Close…Fair Closes…See You Next Year In 2021…August 17th – 22nd

Sep
2
Thu
Hands On Children’s Museum Garage Sale @ Hands On Children's Museum
Sep 2 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Hands On Children's Museum Garage Sale @ Hands On Children's Museum

Imagine the one-of-a-kind wonders you will find at the Hands On Children’s Museum’s first-ever garage sale! The sale will be located in the driveway behind the building. Cash and credit cards only.

Sample of Items Include:
*colorful dishes
*used train parts
*Tonka trucks
*furniture cabinetry
*bookshelves
*Much, much more!

Sep
3
Fri
Hands On Children’s Museum Garage Sale @ Hands On Children's Museum
Sep 3 @ 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Hands On Children's Museum Garage Sale @ Hands On Children's Museum

Imagine the one-of-a-kind wonders you will find at the Hands On Children’s Museum’s first-ever garage sale! The sale will be located in the driveway behind the building. Cash and credit cards only.

Sample of Items Include:
*colorful dishes
*used train parts
*Tonka trucks
*furniture cabinetry
*bookshelves
*Much, much more!

Sep
4
Sat
Hands On Children’s Museum Garage Sale @ Hands On Children's Museum
Sep 4 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Hands On Children's Museum Garage Sale @ Hands On Children's Museum

Imagine the one-of-a-kind wonders you will find at the Hands On Children’s Museum’s first-ever garage sale! The sale will be located in the driveway behind the building. Cash and credit cards only.

Sample of Items Include:
*colorful dishes
*used train parts
*Tonka trucks
*furniture cabinetry
*bookshelves
*Much, much more!

Sep
15
Wed
Morton WorkSource Pop-Up @ Plaza Jalisco Parking Lot
Sep 15 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Morton WorkSource Pop-Up @ Plaza Jalisco Parking Lot

WorkSource is holding a FREE outdoor Pop-Up Event at the corner of 2nd Street and Westlake Ave, on Wednesday September 15th from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Come and chat in-person with WorkSource staff to learn about the resources we offer and how we can assist with your job search. Recruiters from local employers will also be present. Bring questions and copies of your resume if you are ready to apply!

If you are an employer located in Lewis County and are interested in recruiting at this event, please email Micah Pong at mpong@thurstonchamber.com . Employer space is limited.

WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.

Oct
8
Fri
Find Work Friday Virtual Job Fair @ Find Work Friday is a virtual event hosted on app.brazenconnect.com
Oct 8 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Find Work Friday Virtual Job Fair @ Find Work Friday is a virtual event hosted on app.brazenconnect.com

Find Work Friday is a WorkSource virtual hiring event that connects you to employers who are hiring. Many employers need to rebuild their workforce. Now is the time to start your job search and WorkSource is here to help.

Join us for this FREE hiring event and connect directly with local employers from different industries. Find Work Friday provides an opportunity to chat with recruiters instantly to see if their company is a good fit for you.

Here is a link to a video explaining the Brazen platform: https://youtu.be/h48DdeFg8Bo

Registration is a 2-step process.
1. Job seekers must complete the registration form at the following link:
https://bit.ly/3ifVi02
2. Click a verification link which is emailed to each registrant from “Washington State PacMountain Workforce”

WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.

Oct
16
Sat
Gun & Knife Show @ Southwest Washington Fairgrounds
Oct 16 @ 9:00 am – Oct 17 @ 3:00 pm
Gun & Knife Show @ Southwest Washington Fairgrounds

Hours:
Saturday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am – 3:00pm

Admission:
General: $8.00
Military/Veterans: $6.00
Children 12 & under: Free with Adult

Oct
22
Fri
Boo Bash @ Hands On Children's Museum
Oct 22 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Boo Bash @ Hands On Children's Museum

Dress up the family and bring your little superheroes, princesses, and monsters to the Hands On Children’s Museum for a spooktacular good time. Enjoy Halloween-inspired fun and exciting activities without the fright at Boo Bash, October 22-31. Navigate a straw bale maze, explore a black-light cavern, design a scarecrow family, go on a scavenger hunt, decorate mini pumpkins, watch Dr. Science demos, join the costume parade, and more! Hands On is the premier children’s museum in the PNW. Explore 150 interactive exhibits and a half-acre outdoor play space where kids can ride trikes, sluice for treasure, captain a vintage schooner, climb a giant boulder, and go up the lighthouse lookout.

Sensory-friendly Boo Bash activities will be offered during our regular Sensory Friendly Hour, October 24 & 31 at 9 a.m.

Online reservations are required for museum admission. Special event activities vary depending on the days of the week and visitation levels, please see the events calendar for updated information. Activities may be added at any time.

Oct
23
Sat
Boo Bash @ Hands On Children's Museum
Oct 23 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Boo Bash @ Hands On Children's Museum

Dates & Times:

October 22 – 31, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., except on Sundays (October 24 and 31) 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Description:

Dress up the family and bring your little superheroes, princesses, and monsters to the Hands On Children’s Museum for a spooktacular good time. Enjoy Halloween-inspired fun and exciting activities without the fright at Boo Bash, October 22-31. Navigate a straw bale maze, explore a black-light cavern, design a scarecrow family, go on a scavenger hunt, decorate mini pumpkins, watch Dr. Science demos, join the costume parade, and more! Hands On is the premier children’s museum in the PNW. Explore 150 interactive exhibits and a half-acre outdoor play space where kids can ride trikes, sluice for treasure, captain a vintage schooner, climb a giant boulder, and go up the lighthouse lookout.

Sensory-friendly Boo Bash activities will be offered during our regular Sensory Friendly Hour, October 24 & 31 at 9 a.m.

Online reservations are required for museum admission. Special event activities vary depending on the days of the week and visitation levels, please see the events calendar for updated information. Activities may be added at any time.