365 Things To Do In Puyallup, WA – Day 218 of 365

Day 218: Victorian Country Christmas, Puyallup, WA

Don’t miss the 24th annual Victorian Country Christmas Festival taking place Wednesday November 30th thru Sunday December 4th at the Puyallup Fair and Events Center!

What a great way to kick off the holidays and celebrate this wonderful time of year. Step back in time to the Victorian Village with old-fashioned streets and over 500 Victorian Stores! To keep authentic, each store is hosted by shopkeepers in Victorian attire.

There will also be lots of entertainment at the Victorian Country Christmas. KMPS 94.1 will have a Jubilee Theater with stage shows and concerts every hour (including: Stardust Follies, The Silver Spurs Country Western Revue, the Singing Nativity and more)! See below for more entertainment this year.

Best of all, every show at A Victorian Country Christmas is FREE with admission!

Click Here to see the concert updates…

Have fun this Christmas Season

CHRISTMAS KARAOKE!
Christmas Karaoke comes to A Victorian Country Christmas! STAR 101.5, KOMO Newsradio, and Seattle’s Greatest Hits – 570 KVI will invite listeners to visit A Victorian Country Christmas and enter the Christmas Karaoke contest. Listeners will register online at http://www.star1015.com .
Sunday December 4th between 12:30pm – 2:30pm. more info…

KMPS and Holiday Jubilee Theater – Featuring professional stage shows and the majestic Singing Nativity! More info…

Activities and family fun are a signature of A Victorian Country Christmas. Visit The Country Christmas Fair! Have your face painted, create fun art projects, whisper your wishes in Santa’s ear and take a memorable photo too! Say hello to Mrs. Clause while you are there. Step into the Victorian Christmas Opry Theater for family entertainment! More info…

Victorian Carousel A beautiful old-fashioned carousel offering free rides daily.

Christmas Lights display – The Santa Tram will take you through a tunnel where elaborate light displays sparkle.

Winter Wine Garden – Enjoy wine by the glass to enjoy on site or take a bottle or case home to give to friends and family for holiday gifts and special events. More info…

Five Minute Make Over Stop by the 5 Minute Make-over. Receive a 5 minute massage from professionals of Massage Envy. More info…

Concerts and stage shows abound at A Victorian Country Christmas. A variety of professional entertainment will be featured in the KMPS Holiday Jubilee Theater. More info…
PLUS – Every show at A Victorian Country Christmas is FREE with admission!!

Hours:
Wed – Sat: 10 am – 9 pm
Sun: 10 am – 6 pm

Admission:
Adult: $10.00
Senior (62+): $ 8
Student (6-18): $ 8
Military with ID: $7
Children 5 and under: FREE

About the Author:

Kenton Becker is a local mortgage loan officer specializing in helping families buy or refinance homes in Puyallup and surrounding areas. He specializes in FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional financing and many other unique programs to help each client achieve home ownership success. Kenton Becker was born and raised in the Puyallup valley and currently lives and works here as well.

There has never been a better time to buy a home! Interest rates are at all time lows, and property values won’t be this low again in our life time. If you or someone you know needs help financing the home of their dreams, you can fill out a simple loan application online, or call me at: 206-423-2552. When inquiring be sure to ask about our seasonal specials and discounts.

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365 Things To Do In Puyallup, WA – Day 215 of 365

Day 215: Puyallup Emergency Preparedness Fair, Puyallup, WA

Is your family prepared for a natural disaster? What about a family emergency? Well, if your not sure then come to the Puyallup Fair and Events Center this Saturday 11/05 from 9:00am – 3:00pm for this FREE event.

There is going to be a ton of great, useful information about preparing you and your family for the worst.

Plus, they are giving away free bike helmets (children under 13)! You cant beat that…this is also a great opportunity to teach your kids about safety.

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365 Things To Do In Puyallup, WA – Day 209 of 365

Day 209: Puyallup Fair – Day 3, Puyallup, WA

There are only 6 days left of the Puyallup Fair, have you gone yet?

The Puyallup Fair is a great place for families to come and have a great time but for the Kids…there’s a special place that they will really love!

Sillyville

In Sillyville you will find:

• Vintage Train & Station – The C.P. Huntington Train travels on a 24-inch track gauge and is housed in a new 4,000 square foot station with an early 1900s feel. It reaches speeds of 12 mph with seven seats per car – two adults and one child per seat, or four children per seat.
• Train Tunnel – a 120-foot mine shaft-themed tunnel, featuring an interior 3-D mural of friendly dinosaurs living in the Pacific Northwest
• SillyVille Food Court – featuring kids value menu items
• SillyVille TrainRides galore!

Also Sillyville has:

Let’s Pretend Farm Time
Start with two wacky characters, add audience kids in cute costumes, toss in time travel and farming…what do you get? Let’s Pretend Farm Time! This make-believe show is interactive and the kids in the audience are the performers. Located in SillyVille.

Face Painting by Merry Makers
Kids 12 & under can get their face painted for FREE! The face painting building is located near SillyVille and the Fair Farm.

Planting Patch
Check out the GIANT pumpkins, corn, squash and more at the Planting Patch located near SillyVille and the Fair Farm. Learn how the early settlers made food at Pioneer Farm.

So there’s plenty of things to do for the kids…so bring them down for a good time!

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365 Things To Do In Puyallup, WA – Day 207 of 365

Day 207: Puyallup Fair – Day 1, Puyallup, WA

There are A LOT of things to do at the Puyallup Fair, but today I want to highlight the FREE things to do at the Fair.

My family’s been going to the fair since before I was born and most of the time we don’t spend a dime once were in the gates. Sure, of course I go on a ride or two, but for the most part everything we do during the day is FREE.

Here is a list of 101 Things To Do at the Puyallup Fair for FREE. Click Here

Check back soon for another thing to do at the Puyallup Fair.

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365 Things To Do In Puyallup, WA – Day 206 of 365

Day 206: Puyallup Fair, Puyallup, WA

Its here! The Puyallup Fair is here…one of the largest events in Puyallup brings in over 1.1 Million visitors during the dates of September 9th – 25th.

There are so many things to do at the Puyallup Fair that starting today the 13th and through the next couple weeks I will highlight different events and attractions at the Puyallup Fair!

For example, I will dive into the history of the White Roller Coaster, or the history of the fair and its origins. I will also highlight some upcoming concerts and shows. All fun things!

Here is some Quick Fair Info:

Dates:
September 9-25, 2011

Hours:
Sun – Thurs: 10 am – 10 pm
Fri & Sat: 10 am – 11 pm

Admission:
Adults: $11
Students (6-18): $9
Seniors (62+): $9
Five & under: Always FREE

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365 Things To Do In Puyallup, WA – Day 153 of 365

Day 153: Washington Sportsmen’s Show, Puyallup, WA

Western Washington’s Only Sportsmen’s Show

Washington’s biggest and brawniest sportsmen’s show, the Washington Sportsmen’s Show opens Wednesday, January 26th (TODAY) thru Sunday, January 30th, with a packed line-up of family-friendly attractions, new expert speakers and past crowd pleasers at the Puyallup Fair and Events Center.

Western Washington’s only sportsmen’s show spotlights the one-of-a-kind indoor “Steelhead River,” over 150 hours of free “how to” seminars, camp cooking demonstrations, the Kid’s Free Trout Pond, the “Head & Horns” competition and much more.

It’s the perfect time to begin planning outdoor adventures for the New Year (and decade!) with professional guides, outfitters and other resources to assist in making fishing, hunting and wildlife-watching trips a reality.

Show Hours
Wednesday: Noon – 8 pm
Thursday: Noon – 8 pm
Friday: Noon – 8 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm

Box office closes 1 hour prior to show closing.

Price / Admission
$12.00 for Adults
$10.00 Exchange w/coupon
$5.00 for Juniors (6-16)
Free to children 5 and under

Discount Coupons
Weekday discount coupons to the show are now available or download.

Where
Puyallup Fair & Events Center
110 9th Ave SW
Puyallup, WA 98371

Click here for directions to the Western Washington Fairgrounds.

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365 Things To Do In Puyallup, WA – Day 51 of 365

Day 51: Washington Arms Collectors Show, Puyallup, WA

The Washington Arms Collectors Show is taking place at the Puyallup Fair this Saturday the 15th thru Sunday the 16th.

The Washington Arms Collectors is a membership organization affiliated with the National Rifle Association (NRA).

They put on one of the largest gun shows in Washington State. If your a member of the Washington Arms Collectors you can buy and sell guns at the shows and even carry firearms into the venue.

The Hours are: Sat: 8 am – 5 pm and Sun: 8 am – 3 pm.

The Price is: $8 regular admission and $4 for Active Duty Military.

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365 Things To Do In Puyallup, WA – Day 29 of 365

Day 29: Just Between Friends Consignment Sale, Puyallup, WA

Just Between Friends Consignment Sale is taking place this weekend (Friday the 23rd thru Sunday the 25th) at the Puyallup Fair. Now, if you are not familiar with what a Just Between Friends Sale is…lets me explain in 3 words…a really nice Garage Sale (wait that’s 5 words ;))

This is a HUGE garage sale…where shoppers can find all they need for the family with a huge savings, usually 50 – 90% off what you would spend at retail. The best part is…its not just like any garage sale though, the merchandise is inspected to ensure only high qualify items are sold.

At a typical event you can find:

• clothing
• toys
• baby equipment
• strollers
• high chairs
• cribs
• joggers
• nursery gear
• maternity wear
• baby carriers
• play yards
• play sets
• coats
• shoes…well, you can see the list of items just goes on and on!

Plus, Just Between Friends events partner with local charities who also benefit from the event. A portion of proceeds and/or unsold, donated items are given to non-profit groups who use the clothing and funds to help local families in need.

Also, when your at the event find out how you can Make Money too! You can sign up to become a consignor with your local Just between friends sale.

The cost for this event is: Fri: $2, Sat: $1, Sun: FREE

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365 Things To Do In Puyallup, WA – Day 23 of 365

Day 23: Slamfest Demolition Derby, Puyallup, WA

The Slamfest Demo Derby is happening at the Spring fair this Saturday 4/17/10 and Sunday 4/18/10 (Check out the YouTube Video Below, don’t miss the crash at 6:35…its awesome!). This is a great event for the kids and adults to have a fun day at the fair and top it off with a little excitement and action.

The Events Include:

• Figure 8 Racing
• Rollover Contest
• Demo Derby Heat Races
• Demo Derby Main Event – last one standing wins!

Prices range from, $5 for kids up to $30 for the best seats for adults. These tickets also act as your fair admission too, so its a great deal!

Seating is not assigned and is first-come, first-seated and the grandstand opens at 5 pm. Enter the Grandstand through gates 2 & 13. Event held rain or shine. No refunds or exchanges.

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