Daily
Tacoma
Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Army vet Randy Santiago Cruz has defied doctors’ expectations since November and continues to cheer for the Seahawks from his hospital bed; his love for the team and family drives his strength and inspires local supporters. FOX 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Monster Jam returns to the Tacoma Dome this weekend with 12,000-pound trucks and world-class drivers (capable of backflips, wheelies and massive jumps) offering a high-flying show for local fans. FOX 13
-
Kim Frasier Concert
8-11 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $12.23 to $20.92 — Enjoy an engaging night of local shoegaze and dream-pop with Kim Frasier and supporting acts.
-
Ron G. Live Comedy Performance
7-10 p.m. — Super Funny Comedy Club — Tickets at the door — Experience the Emmy-winning comedy and infectious energy of Ron G.
-
Sunday Open Skating
1-6 p.m. — Tacoma Armory — $10 plus fees — Roll on the largest flat floor in the PNW with music and skate rentals available.
-
Zumba Fitness Class
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Britos Boxing/Brenda's Fit — Free entry — Enjoy an energetic guided Zumba experience suitable for all levels.
-
The Bringer Show
7-10 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of fresh, hilarious, and unpredictable comedy from rising stars.
-
Richard Villa Live Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Super Funny Comedy Club — Check website for ticket prices — Experience a night of laughter with Richard Villa's sharp humor and relatable stories.
-
Tree Stewards Training
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Peace Community Center — Free — Learn essential skills to care for neighborhood trees and connect with local tree resources.
-
Back Booth Bullies Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Free with RSVP — Experience a unique live comedy podcast where audience participation shapes the performance.
-
Austin Brown Live Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Jazzbones — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Austin Brown, rooted in southern gospel and infused with his unique musical style.
-
James Murray Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an interactive stand-up comedy show with Impractical Jokers' James Murray.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Tacoma
Welcome to the Daily Tacoma, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Tacoma, Washington community. If you like the Daily Tacoma, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Tacoma.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Tacoma and across Washington. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Tacoma
A free Tacoma community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailytacoma.com/sitemap