Proctor Cottage Guidebook
Food scene, bars, concerts, event space
The Fairgrounds offers one of the largest fairs in the world--rodeos, big-name concerts, amusement park rides, and booths galore! There is a variety of events year-round such as Monster Truck show, Sportsmen's Show, Rock and Gem Fair, Great Junk Hunt, Demolition Derby and many others. Located in Puyallup since 1900, it has something for everyone.
45 locals recommend
Washington State Fair
110 9th Ave SWThe Fairgrounds offers one of the largest fairs in the world--rodeos, big-name concerts, amusement park rides, and booths galore! There is a variety of events year-round such as Monster Truck show, Sportsmen's Show, Rock and Gem Fair, Great Junk Hunt, Demolition Derby and many others. Located in Puyallup since 1900, it has something for everyone.
In addition to the fun bars and restaurants located in the historic Elks Temple, there are shows offered in the Spanish Ballroom. Don't forget to walk the Spanish Steps outside before searching out the hidden bar! Good luck!
60 locals recommend
McMenamins Elks Temple
565 BroadwayIn addition to the fun bars and restaurants located in the historic Elks Temple, there are shows offered in the Spanish Ballroom. Don't forget to walk the Spanish Steps outside before searching out the hidden bar! Good luck!
The historic Tacoma Dome is a fabulous place to see some of the area's big-name concerts. This is an iconic piece of Tacoma and Washington State history.
87 locals recommend
Tacoma Dome
2727 E D St
The historic Tacoma Dome is a fabulous place to see some of the area's big-name concerts. This is an iconic piece of Tacoma and Washington State history.
Club Silverstone
739 St Helens AveA fun LGBTQ-friendly dance and karaoke club in Downtown Tacoma.
Check out some big comedy names, or some local up-and-coming talent! Great food, with a minimum purchase of two food or drink items required.
29 locals recommend
Tacoma Comedy Club
933 Market StCheck out some big comedy names, or some local up-and-coming talent! Great food, with a minimum purchase of two food or drink items required.
Downtown Tacoma country music bar and restaurant invites you to hit the dance floor and enjoy some line dancing lessons! Ride the mechanical bull, see a great small-venue concert and order a great steak.
7 locals recommend
Steel Creek American Whiskey Co.
1114 BroadwayDowntown Tacoma country music bar and restaurant invites you to hit the dance floor and enjoy some line dancing lessons! Ride the mechanical bull, see a great small-venue concert and order a great steak.
A local brewery offering incredible waterfront view of the Puget Sound and the Narrows Bridge.
15 locals recommend
Narrows Brewing Company
9007 S 19th StA local brewery offering incredible waterfront view of the Puget Sound and the Narrows Bridge.
On a former daffodil bulb farm in the Puyallup Valley is a non-profit restaurant and event center. It offers delicious food and decadent pastries in a rural farm setting. The non-profit supports programs to transform the lives of pregnant women so they deliver healthy babies embrace positive parenting, safe homes, and secure futures. If you are attending a wedding or other event at Farm 12, Mares Landing is a convenience 6.1 miles away.
15 locals recommend
Farm 12 Restaurant & Events
3303 8th Ave SEOn a former daffodil bulb farm in the Puyallup Valley is a non-profit restaurant and event center. It offers delicious food and decadent pastries in a rural farm setting. The non-profit supports programs to transform the lives of pregnant women so they deliver healthy babies embrace positive parenting, safe homes, and secure futures. If you are attending a wedding or other event at Farm 12, Mares Landing is a convenience 6.1 miles away.
Primo Grill
2701 6th AveThis is one of my favorite happy hours in Tacoma.
Sightseeing and Shopping Destinations
Head down Ruston Way toward Point Defiance. Enjoy the Dune Park named in honor of Frank Herbert, author of Dune. Dont miss the slides from the Point Defiance Bridge! Indulge in delicious food at Wildfin or one of the other establishments. Stop at the spray park to watch the children--or run through the water spouts yourself!
109 locals recommend
Point Ruston
5020 Main StHead down Ruston Way toward Point Defiance. Enjoy the Dune Park named in honor of Frank Herbert, author of Dune. Dont miss the slides from the Point Defiance Bridge! Indulge in delicious food at Wildfin or one of the other establishments. Stop at the spray park to watch the children--or run through the water spouts yourself!
A part of the Point Defiance Park, the Zoo and Aquarium is a great place to see mammals and fish up close in a beautiful setting. The park offers walking trails and access to Owen Beach, stunning Mount Rainier views, and wildlife sightings. Try 5-Mile Drive to see the raccoons. Look overhead to scan for bald eagles! The park is free; the zoo has an entrance fee.
338 locals recommend
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
5400 N Pearl StA part of the Point Defiance Park, the Zoo and Aquarium is a great place to see mammals and fish up close in a beautiful setting. The park offers walking trails and access to Owen Beach, stunning Mount Rainier views, and wildlife sightings. Try 5-Mile Drive to see the raccoons. Look overhead to scan for bald eagles! The park is free; the zoo has an entrance fee.
This majestic 14,000-footer is the pride of our region. You'll see why we locals love to exclaim, "The Mountain is out!" It offers hiking trails, lakes, waterfalls, and several cute small towns to grab a bite to eat.
151 locals recommend
Mount Rainier
This majestic 14,000-footer is the pride of our region. You'll see why we locals love to exclaim, "The Mountain is out!" It offers hiking trails, lakes, waterfalls, and several cute small towns to grab a bite to eat.