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Art on the Ave

6th Avenue's street fair, from Alder to State: five stages, more than 200 vendors, live art, food trucks, beer gardens and a kid zone.

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When
Aug 9, 2026 · 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Where
6th Avenue, Alder Street to State Street · Tacoma, WA, US
Price
Free
Ages
All ages
Reservations
Not confirmed
Organizer
6th Ave Business District

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Why go

Sixth Avenue turns into a street fair for the day, with live art going up on the street and music on five stages.

What happens

Live art and dance, bands and DJs on five stages, more than 200 vendors, food trucks, beer gardens, roller derby demos, art exhibits and a Kid Zone. It runs noon to 7pm.

Good to know

Free and all ages. The 6th Ave Business District presents it with TAPCO Credit Union, with funding from Tacoma Creates. The Weekly Volcano counted 2026 as its 25th year.

Next year: a Sunday in early August.

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