Need a simple plan for the weekend? Here are five verified options in Gig Harbor and Tacoma for November 6–8, with free and no-fee-listed activities first, followed by one paid family option.
Gig Harbor family programs
Friday Story Times at Gig Harbor Library — Gig Harbor
When: Friday, November 6 · babies 10:15–11:15 a.m.; mixed ages 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Where: Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fosdick Drive NW
Cost: The library listings do not state a fee or registration requirement.
The first session is designed for babies ages 0–18 months with a caregiver. The second combines stories, songs and movement for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers.
Baby story time details · Mixed-age story time details
Free Tacoma outings
Point Defiance Youth Mushroom Hike — Tacoma
When: Saturday, November 7 · 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Where: Fort Nisqually Picnic Shelter, 5519 Five Mile Drive
Cost: Free; advance registration is required. Current space availability was not visible during our check, so confirm through the official registration link before going.
This guided hike is for ages 10 and older and covers mushroom identification, fungi science and responsible harvesting. Participants must be able to walk up to three miles on uneven trails. Each registered child needs an accompanying adult; the adult does not need to register. Younger siblings are not permitted.
Organizer details and registration
Wapato Bird Walk — Tacoma
When: Sunday, November 8 · 9–11 a.m.
Where: Outside Wapato Park Pavilion, 6500 South Sheridan Avenue
Cost: Free; drop-ins welcome.
Join a Park Guide to look for waterfowl, birds of prey and marsh birds around Wapato Lake. The route may cover up to two miles on uneven, unpaved trails. Bring binoculars if you have them; a limited number are available to borrow on request.
Indoor option with conditional free admission
Veterans Day Celebration at Museum of Glass — Tacoma
When: Saturday, November 7 · 5–7:30 p.m.
Where: Museum of Glass Hot Shop, 1801 Dock Street
Cost: Veterans, active-duty military and their families receive free museum admission all day. The event notice does not state the general-public admission condition; check the museum ticket page if that exception does not apply to you. RSVP is requested.
The evening program includes a veterans choir, guest speakers and recognition of Hot Shop Heroes participants. Traditional gallery spaces remain closed during the museum’s renovation, but the program is scheduled in the Hot Shop.
Paid family option
Grit City Comic Show — Tacoma
When: Saturday, November 7 · 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where: Greater Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce Street
Cost: $10 advance before ticketing fees; the checkout page currently displays $11.63. Tickets are $15 at the door. Children 12 and younger enter free with an adult-purchased ticket.
The one-day show focuses on comic creators and includes vendors, gaming, LEGO, toys and cosplay. Ticket availability can change, so use the official organizer’s checkout before making the trip.
Before you go
Times are local Pacific time. Registration and ticket availability can change after publication, so review the linked organizer page before leaving. One regularly scheduled Saturday Point Defiance drop-in hike was excluded because Parks Tacoma marks it cancelled.
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Curated by MyGCNow Construction, based in Gig Harbor. These events are hosted by the organizations linked above; MyGCNow is sharing the guide as a local resource.
Event details checked November 5, 2026.
