City of Olympia, WA

10/01/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/01/2025 12:40

10/01/2025 - Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day at Squaxin Park Mon., Oct. 13

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day at Squaxin Park Mon., Oct. 13
Join the Squaxin Island Tribe and the City of Olympia to celebrate local Indigenous culture, history and communities from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. The event will be held at Squaxin Park Picnic Shelter #4, 2600 East Bay Drive N.E. Olympia, WA.

Indigenous Peoples' Day is a holiday that celebrates and honors Native American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. On Tuesday, Oct. 7, the Olympia City Council will be joined by representatives from the Squaxin Island Tribe in consideration of a proclamation to recognize the Oct. 13, 2025 holiday.

Indigenous Peoples' Day celebration attendees can look forward to cultural performances, speakers and educational activities. Families are welcome. For more information, visit the City's Cultural Events webpage.

Parking at Squaxin Park is limited, so attendees who won't be walking from nearby neighborhoods are encouraged to carpool, bicycle or take a fare-free Intercity Transit bus. Use the Intercity Transit trip planner or Thurston County Bike Map to find your best route. The City of Olympia will also offer complimentary event shuttle service from the east side of the Olympia Farmer's Market District parking lot every 30 minutes starting at 11 a.m.

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Contact
Olivia Salazar de Breaux
Culture and Belonging Manager
City of Olympia Parks, Arts & Recreation 360.753.8343 [email protected]
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