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Tacoma
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Theatre Puget Sound offers arts resources for local performing arts workers—connecting them with regional partners—while its resident Sound Theatre Company previews the play You Will Get Sick online. The effort helps artists access training and network opportunities across the area. FOX 13
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JR De Guzman Comedy Night
7-10 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious journey of JR De Guzman, a rising star from the Philippines turned comedy sensation.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Luke Severeid
6-8 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarity of Luke Severeid, a comedian known for his insightfully idiotic and aggressively absurd style.
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He Is Legend Concert
6-9 p.m. — Airport Tavern Music Hall — Cost not specified — Experience the emotional intensity of He Is Legend's live performance.
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Artvana Paint & Sip Night
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The 15% Board Game Cafe — $7 sitting fee included — Enjoy a fun evening of painting while sipping drinks in a cozy board game café.
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Creed Fisher Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Airport Tavern Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Creed Fisher as he performs tracks from his latest album.
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Tacoma Beer Geeks: Parkway Tavern Takeover
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Parkway Tavern — No cover — Connect over craft beers and great conversations with fellow beer enthusiasts.
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Michael W. Smith: Kingdom Come Worship Nights
7:30-9 p.m. — Pantages Theater — Tickets required — Experience an uplifting evening with renowned worship leader Michael W. Smith.
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Tacoma City Marathon and Events
8:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park — Registration required — Experience a weekend of running with options for all ages and distances at this local favorite event.
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Mid-Nite Bourbon
7-10 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — $ — Experience electrifying performances from local blues sensation Joel Astley and another dynamic band in a historic venue.
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Comedy Jam featuring Six Headliners
8-10 p.m. — Chalet Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with six headlining comedians presented by Baurice Nelson.
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