Experience Olympia & Beyond Visitor & Convention Bureau

09/12/2026

Fall plans don’t always need a reservation. 🍂

Sometimes all you need is a trail, a pair of boots and an afternoon with nowhere else to be.

Explore the quieter side of fall in Thurston County, where forest walks come with crisp air, changing leaves and waterfront views.

📍 Frye Cove Park

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

Not sure what to do in Olympia & beyond? Ask Ollie! 👋

Ollie by Golly is our trip-planning sidekick, built using the local knowledge found on ExperienceOlympia.com.

Tell Ollie what you’re interested in, who you’re traveling with or how much time you have, and Ollie can help turn our local recommendations into ideas for your day or even a full itinerary.

Try asking: “Ollie, help me plan a fall day in Thurston County.”

Or put Ollie to the test with a question of your own.

Ready to start planning? Meet Ollie: https://www.experienceolympia.com/ollie-by-golly/

09/04/2026

Looking for your next adventure? We have a few ideas.

Our FREE 2026–2027 Visitor Guide is filled with inspiration for exploring Olympia & beyond, from outdoor adventures and local eats to family-friendly activities, hidden gems and plenty of reasons to make a trip.

Already live here? You might just find something new to explore in your own backyard, too. 🌲🧡

📖 Order your free copy and start planning: https://www.experienceolympia.com/planning-tools/visitors-guide/

09/02/2026

Fall looks a little like this in Thurston County... 🍂

Pumpkins in the fields. Leaves changing around town. Scenic drives under a canopy of gold. Crisp afternoons spent outside.

Some of the best parts of fall are the simple ones. 🧡

What are you most looking forward to this fall?

09/01/2026

What a summer it’s been! ☀️📸

From festivals and community celebrations to those little moments that make summer around Olympia & beyond so special, our camera roll has been pretty full these past few months. 💛

As August comes to a close, we’re looking back at some of the fun we had along the way.

What was your favorite summer memory around Thurston County? 👇

08/29/2026

Labor Day weekend plans loading... ⏳☀️

Already thinking about the long weekend? There’s plenty happening across Olympia & beyond, and now’s a great time to start making plans!

From local events to outdoor adventures and end-of-summer fun, there are plenty of ways to make the most of the holiday weekend.

Who are you spending Labor Day weekend with? Tag them below and start planning! 👇 www.experienceolympia.com

08/27/2026

Who’s ready to see Mount Rainier framed in fall color? 🍂🏔️

Drop a 🍁 in the comments if autumn is your favorite season!

08/26/2026