Biweekly summer street fairs coming to this Tacoma neighborhood starting this weekend
This summer Tacoma’s Proctor neighborhood is closing roads to host pedestrian-friendly street fairs starting June 1 after people told the city they wanted more public gathering spaces and events.
That means starting this weekend free festivals, markets, food trucks, live music, art and family activities are coming as part of the Proctor Blocks: Open Streets Events series. It’s made possible thanks to a $50,000 community booster grant, which also will fund more tree planting in Proctor’s business district.
Here’s a breakdown of what’s coming:
La Paloma Market Expansion on Saturdays
What: Artisan and vintage booths with BIPOC and youth vendors, hosted by La Paloma Marketplace
When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 1, June 15, June 29, July 13, July 27, Aug. 10, Aug. 24
Where: North 28th Street, between North Proctor Street and North Madison Street
Family Fun Day
What: Street games, bike rodeo, interactive art and family picnicking, hosted by Mason United Methodist Church and Greentrike
When: July 12, 3-7 p.m.
Where: North Madison Street, between North 27th Street and North 28th Street
Proctor Food Fest
What: Food trucks, live entertainment and local business vendors, hosted by the Proctor District Association
When: Aug. 25, noon to 4 p.m.
Where: North 27th Street, between North Proctor Street and North Madison Street
Historic Cushman Street Fair
What: Family activities, music and treats for kids, as well as an opportunity to share ideas and learn about the future of the Cushman and Adams Substations, hosted by the North End Neighborhood Council
When: Sept. 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: North 19th Street and North Adams Street
This story was originally published May 29, 2024 at 5:15 AM.
