MEETING PLANNER’S GUIDE
2014–15 TRAVELTACOMA.COM
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FEATURES
2 WHAT SETS TACOMA APART
The top six reasons to meet, stay, and play in Pierce County
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Let the Travel Tacoma + Pierce County team help you
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10 REGIONAL CUISINE
Get a taste of the Pacific Northwest
11 UNIQUE VENUES
Find a space perfectly suited to your event
12 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
What’s happening in Pierce County
Fun facts about Tacoma and Pierce County
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Discover glass art, Mount Rainier, and collector vehicles
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Itinerary ideas for attendees
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Situated in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, Tacoma and Pierce County are the perfect places to meet, stay, and play. Why?
IDEAL LOCATION
Only 20 miles south of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with convenient access to Interstate 5, Tacoma is perfectly situated for regional and statewide business. Guests can more easily travel to your event, allowing them maximum time for business and leisure.
COMPETITIVE PRICING
With affordable facilities, venues, and hotels located right in the walkable city center, Tacoma has the edge when it comes to budgetfriendly options that are close to all the action.
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Raise a glass, take a hike, admire art—do it all in Pierce County. From iconic glass art and an up-and-coming craft brewing scene to majestic Mount Rainier and idyllic waterfronts, the attractions here are as varied as the Puget Sound is deep.
UNIQUE VENUES
Whether your event is big or small, simple or elaborate, low key or formal, there’s a perfect venue for it in Pierce County. Choose from five major convention and event centers, sleek and modern facilities, charming historic spaces, or laid-back venues with indoor and outdoor capabilities.
Book a meeting with the help of our friendly staff at Travel Tacoma + Pierce County, and we can help you promote, plan, and manage your event. We know you’re busy, so our complimentary or minimal-cost services are available to help alleviate the stress. We gather customized proposals, check availability of meeting venues and hotel rooms, and schedule site visits to help make the selection process easy. And with our online housing portal MeetingMax, you can monitor room blocks in real time and make it easy for guests to book their accommodations. Prior to your meeting, we offer highquality tools—print-ready destination photos for brochures, videos, slide shows, and websites—to help you market and promote your event with ease. Once guests arrive, we give them a warm welcome with visitor guides, regional maps, and handy registration bags for keeping their event information all in one place. Want to coordinate a pre or post excursion? The Travel Tacoma + Pierce County team can schedule tours and suggest great team-building activities that showcase the best of Tacoma and the Pacific Northwest. Find pre and post ideas on pages 8 and 9, or just ask your Travel Tacoma + Pierce County contact for details. Visit traveltacoma.com/meetingplanners/contact for more information.
CONVENIENT TRANSPORTATION
Tacoma is a walker’s paradise with the convention center, hotels, and restaurants accessible by foot. If you want to further maximize your time, hop on the free Link Light Rail to get from one end of downtown to the other in just 12 minutes. Stops are located at the convention center and minutes from hotels.
MILD WEATHER
Tacoma’s temperate climate means your guests can enjoy a nice respite from polar vortexes and heat waves. Summer highs average out at 77 degrees, while the mercury rarely dips below 35 in wintertime.
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What’s so great about Pierce County? Everything, from attractions and restaurants to hotels and meeting spaces, is conveniently close in Tacoma’s lively, walkable, easy-to-get-around downtown area. Plus, we’ve received kudos for our attractions, our art, and our great food and beverage scene. Here’s how the numbers stack up.
Restaurants, cafes, and bars within walking distance of the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center and Link Light Rail
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3 miles of paved walkway along the waterfront on Tacoma’s Ruston Way
museums and other major attractions within walking distance of the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center
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stops in downtown Tacoma on Sound Transit’s free Link Light Rail
240 miles of trails in Mt. Rainier National Park
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private and public golf courses, including Chambers Bay, site of the 2015 U.S. Open
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hotel rooms in Tacoma’s 2014 Pierce County rank in The Advocate’s list of gayest cities in the United States
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collector vehicles on display in Pierce County
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Chihuly glass art at Union Station
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ONLY HERE GLASS ART As the hometown of renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly, Tacoma is a mecca for the craft. In downtown alone, a blazing fireball of a chandelier looms large in the University of Washington Tacoma Library, monarch-orange discs cartwheel across a half-moon window in Union Station, and fantastical vases in a rainbow of hues preen for onlookers aboard the Chihuly Bridge of Glass. Visitors are free to explore the city’s rich glass legacy on their own with Tacoma Art Museum’s Chihuly “Ear for Art” cellphone tour (dial 888-411-4220). Or they can just browse the exquisite specimens within the museum’s permanent Chihuly exhibit. The most iconic way to get glassy, though, is at the venerable
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Museum of Glass, a local institution devoted to the craft since 2002. Inside the stainless steel–clad hot-shop cone, a masterpiece in itself, resident artists pull gobs of molten silica from furnaces before blowing and sculpting them into works of art. Access to the hot-shop action is free with museum admission. Once visitors have had their fill, they can wander MOG’s galleries to admire glass art from all over the world. Prefer something a little more hands on? Area 253 Glassblowing and Tacoma Glassblowing Studio put an interactive twist on the craft, with workshops that let anyone fuse, blow, and flamework glass into a special keepsake. Book one to give VIPs a warm welcome, or use it as a small-group team-building opportunity.
Area 253 Glassblowing 2514 Holgate St; 253-779-0101; area253glassblowing.com / Chihuly Bridge of Glass 1801 Dock St; open 24/7 / Museum of Glass 1801 Dock St; 866-468-7386; museumofglass.org / Tacoma Art Museum 1701 Pacific Ave; 253-272-4258; tacomaartmuseum.org / Tacoma Glassblowing Studio 114 S 23rd St; 253-383-3499; tacomaglassblowing.com / Union Station 1717 Pacific Ave; Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm / University of Washington Tacoma Library 1900 Commerce St; 253-692-4440; tacoma.uw.edu/library
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Mount Rainier
ONLY HERE Five developed areas grant access to Mt. Rainier National Park and its namesake volcano, which at 14,410 feet is the tallest glaciated peak in the Lower 48. Closest to Tacoma is the Longmire visitor area (Nisqually entrance), which offers waterfall views from both the roadside and hiking trails. Mowich Lake (Carbon River entrance) is home to a rain-forest-like woodland and the largest, deepest lake in the park. Sunrise (White River entrance) is the highest point accessible by car, while the Ohanapecosh (Stevens Canyon entrance) is renowned for its old-growth forests. Paradise (Nisqually entrance) is the main visitor area, with a variety of trails looping through
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wildflower-studded alpine meadows and ranger-led snowshoe tours in winter. One of the easiest ways to experience the wonders of Mount Rainier is on a hike. Take the Paradise River Trail to see the famous 168-foot-tall Narada Falls, or embark on a beginner-friendly hike like the Nisqually Vista Loop, which is only 1.2 miles long and suitable for families. Other notable options include the Grove of the Patriarchs, where 1,000-year-old trees can be up to 300 feet tall, and the Wonderland Trail, a 93-mile loop that circumnavigates the mountain. In summer, visitors can park in Longmire, catch a shuttle to Paradise, and hike the 1.1 miles back to their cars.
For an all-in-one alpine adventure, local companies such as EverGreen Escapes offer all-day excursions that include everything from transportation to naturalist-led hikes and snowshoe walks. Tours are available for small groups and for private events. Other ways to admire Rainier? Hop on the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad + Museum, a steam-powered locomotive that winds its way through the foothills. Or just clamber aboard the Mt. Rainier Gondola, which breezily ferries passengers to the top of Crystal Mountain. Dine at the appropriately named Summit House restaurant before admiring the sight of glacier-clad Mount Rainier from the viewing platform.
Crystal Mountain Resort and Mt. Rainier Gondola 360-663-2265; crystalmountainresort.com / EverGreen Escapes 866-203-7603; evergreenescapes.com / Hiking Trails Find trail information at wta.org / Mt. Rainier National Park 360-569-6575; nps.gov/mora / Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad + Museum 360-492-5588; mrsr.com
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LeMay— America’s Car Museum
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COLLECTOR VEHICLES Cruise into Pierce County, and it soon becomes obvious: This is car county. Locals flex their car savvy over custom rides, cool chrome creations fill museums, and annual events rev things up. It’s hard to miss the sweeping silver curves of LeMay—America’s Car Museum in downtown Tacoma, just off Interstate 5. More than 300 cars, trucks, and motorcycles hold court inside the sleek 165,000-square-foot showroom, where guests can get their motors running with everything from sporty NASCAR racers to cutting-edge solar-powered cars to cool Mustangs. Visitors can even take a heart-
pumping turn behind the wheel in one of the racing simulators. Another 500 vehicles are parked for public viewing at LeMay Family Collection at Marymount Event Center, about 20 minutes south of downtown Tacoma. Three massive buildings house everything from classic cars and antiques to custom motorbikes, fire engines, and novelty vehicles. An added bonus for meeting planners? Both LeMay facilities are available to rent out for an elegant gala or event amid the autos.
If that’s still not enough for car buffs, a slate of shows can add to the collector-vehicle craze. Gig Harbor’s Cruise the Narrows event showcases hundreds of vintage vehicles. Sumner’s Classy Chassis Car Show features hot rods, trucks, and classic cars taking over downtown streets. And at the Fife Family Affair Car Show, locals flaunt their rides for an all-ages auto celebration.
Classy Chassis Car Show Sumner; sumnerdowntown.com / Cruise the Narrows Gig Harbor; gigharborcruisers.com / Fife Family Affair Car Show Fife; cityoffife.org / LeMay—America’s Car Museum 2702 E D St, Tacoma; 877-902-8490; lemaymuseum.org / LeMay Family Collection at Marymount Event Center 325 152nd St E, Tacoma; 253-272-2336; lemaymarymount.org
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Promoting Pierce County’s bevy of pre and post options can help boost meeting attendance and give your guests the chance to embark on some fearless exploration:
HIT THE WATER
With bays, harbors, and lakes galore, Pierce County holds plenty of prime aquatic adventure. Local businesses like Gig Harbor Rent-A-Boat and Foss Harbor Marina rent kayaks and stand-up paddleboards for those looking to get their feet wet (figuratively, of course), while Destiny Harbor Tours gives guests the opportunity to spot wildlife and cruise the smooth surface of Puget Sound. Want an option on
dry land? Direct visitors to the three-mile waterfront stretch of Ruston Way, which runs along Commencement Bay. It’s a prime spot to breathe in the salt water– tinged air and glimpse fishermen waiting for a catch.
HUNT FOR HISTORY
Attendees can travel back a couple of centuries at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, a working replica of the Puget Sound’s first non-Native settlement, complete with blacksmithing and fur trading demonstrations. More history awaits at Puyallup’s Meeker Mansion, the 125-yearold home of Oregon Trail pioneer Ezra Meeker, as well as local museums: the all-encompassing
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Washington State History Museum, the maritime-inspired Harbor History Museum in Gig Harbor, and the charming DuPont Historical Museum, where a dynamite train is on display. Or revisit the region’s past on a tour from the Tacoma Historical Society or Lakewood Historical Society.
only combined zoo and aquarium in the Pacific Northwest—where clouded leopards claw up trees and polar bears plunge into the water. For a truly wild encounter, though, attendees can dive with sharks at the aquarium or suit up at Tacoma Scuba to seek out giant Pacific octopi and other aquatic denizens.
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TEE IT UP
Elk bugle, bison roam, and bears lumber through the 435 acres of Eatonville’s Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. To give visitors an up-close glimpse of the creatures, naturalists lead tram and walking tours through the grounds. Find other exotic animals at Point Defiance Zoo + Aquarium—the
As the site of the 2015 U.S. Open, University Place’s Chambers Bay proves that Pierce County has risen in the ranks of worldclass golf. Players can test their skills on the links-style public course or at others around the county. DuPont’s The Home Course presents a nice chal-
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lenge, with great views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. Tacoma’s Meadow Park Golf Course, which turns 100 in 2015, has something for beginners with a more manageable executive nine and an 18-holer. And Spanaway’s Lake Spanaway Golf Course features Douglas fir–lined fairways and large greens. Another don’t-miss: Classic Golf Club in Spanaway, where owner and PGA Tour player Ryan Moore can often be spotted out on the range.
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SKI THE SLOPES
Winter brings blankets of snow, perfect for carving down the mountain or catching a powder stash. Snow bunnies should blaze a path to Crystal Mountain Resort, where 2,600 powdery acres await with steeps, bowls, and even a terrain park. Meanwhile, Mt. Rainier National Park has plenty for Nordic skiers, including groomed tracks and the largest no-fee hut-to-hut trail system on the continent. And if your
guests desire a gentler introduction to the snowy stuff, they can grab a saucer and zoom down the sledding hill at the park’s Paradise visitor area.
SEE A SHOW
Tacoma’s Broadway Center for the Performing Arts is home to three of the county’s most storied theater venues—Pantages Theater, Rialto Theater, and Theatre on the Square—where everything from musicals to modern dance to Shakespeare has
taken the stage. If it’s star power you seek, whisk guests to Emerald Queen Hotel + Casinos or the Tacoma Dome, both known for hosting big-name acts in their ever-changing lineups. Searching for something a bit more low-key? Tacoma Comedy Club talent doles out stand-up acts and zinging one-liners to smiling crowds, and Jazzbones dials up the cool quotient with smooth tunes.
Broadway Center for the Performing Arts 901 Broadway; 800-291-7593; broadwaycenter.org / Chambers Bay 6320 Grandview Dr W, University Place; 877-295-4657; chambersbaygolf.com GO / Classic Golf Club 4908 208th St E, Spanaway; 253-847-4440; classicgolfclub.net / Crystal Mountain Resort 33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd, Crystal Mountain; 360-663-2265; crystal mountainresort.com / Destiny Harbor Tours 8829 N Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor; 253-225-6306; destinyharbortours.com / DuPont Historical Museum 207 Barksdale Ave, DuPont; 253-9642399; dupontmuseum.com / Emerald Queen Hotel + Casinos 5700 Pacific Hwy E, Fife; 2024 E 29th St, Tacoma; 888-831-7655; emeraldqueen.com / Fort Nisqually Living History Museum 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma; 253-591-5339; fortnisqually.org / Foss Harbor Marina 821 Dock St, Tacoma; 253-272-4404; fossharbormarina.com / Gig Harbor Rent-A-Boat 8829 N Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor; 253-858-7341; gigharborrentaboat.com / Harbor History Museum 4121 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor; 253-858-6722; harborhistorymuseum.org / The Home Course 2300 Golf House Rd, DuPont; 253-964-0520; thehomecourse.com / Jazzbones 2803 Sixth Ave, Tacoma; 253-396-9169; jazzbones.com / Lake Spanaway Golf Course 15602 Pacific Ave S, Spanaway; 253-5313660; lakespanawaygc.com / Lakewood Historical Society 6211 Mt. Tacoma Dr SW, Lakewood; lakewoodhistorical.org / Meadow Park Golf Course 7108 Lakewood Dr W, Tacoma; 253-473-3033; metroparkstacoma.org / Meeker Mansion 312 Spring St, Puyallup; 253-848-1770; meekermansion.org / Mt. Rainier National Park 360-569-6575; nps.gov/mora / Northwest Trek Wildlife Park 11610 Trek Dr E, Eatonville; 360-832-6117; nwtrek.org / Point Defiance Zoo + Aquarium 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma; 253-591-5337; pdza.org / Ruston Way Tacoma; metroparkstacoma.org/rustonway / Tacoma Comedy Club 933 Market St, Tacoma; 253-282-7203; tacomacomedyclub.com / Tacoma Dome 2727 E D St, Tacoma; 253-272-3663; tacomadome.org / Tacoma Historical Society 919 Pacific Ave, Tacoma; 253-472-3738; tacomahistory.org / Tacoma Scuba 1602 Center St, Tacoma; 253-238-1754; tacomascubacenter.com / Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma; 253-272-3500; washingtonhistory.org
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TWOKOI
Dining out in Pierce County can mean any number of things: cracking into a freshly caught Dungeness crab, washing down briny oysters with a craft beer, digging into a wedge of tangy-yet-sweet rhubarb pie, biting into a juicy burger, savoring comfort food at a greasy spoon, slicing into a perfect cut of steak, sipping a houseinfused cocktail ... well, you get the idea. The options are endless and most definitely delicious. And the best part? Visitors can take advantage of all the region’s tasty variety before, during, or after your event. More than 40 restaurants, bars, and cafes are within walking distance of the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center,
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with diverse price points and global flavors, from Argentine to Vietnamese. About two dozen additional establishments are also easily accessible from the convention center by Link Light Rail, letting guests maximize their time in town. Encourage attendees to eat like a local by sampling the regional fare. Freshly caught seafood is a must in the Pacific Northwest, with salmon, sushi, oysters, crab, and more rotating across menus by season. Another regional specialty to highlight is rhubarb. Pierce County is the leading producer of rhubarb in the United States,
accounting for about half of the nation’s supply. In fact, Sumner is the selfproclaimed Rhubarb Pie Capital of the World, with bakeries and cafes putting their own twist on the sweet treat. Last but not least, invite guests to go bottoms up in the local sips scene. Pierce County is studded with craft breweries, distilleries, and wineries, all serving up their unique brand of suds, spirits, and vino. For more on Pierce County’s Pacific Northwest and ethnic restaurants, go to page 25.
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UNIQUE VENUES Whether you’re planning a small retreat or a large convention, a special seminar or an annual event, you can find the perfect venue for your meeting in Pierce County. The region boasts five major convention and event centers, all with finely decorated interiors, a variety of spaces, top-quality equipment and services, and helpful staff members. Business-class and budget-friendly hotels provide additional meeting options,
from intimate banquet halls and boardrooms to expansive theaters and ballrooms. Another way to help your event shine is by booking a unique space. Art- and artifactfilled museums are always memorable. Try a casino to ensure your guests are constantly entertained, or opt for one of Pierce County’s gorgeous golf courses, where fairways serve as a stunning backdrop. And, while you’re in the region, take advantage of the Pacific Northwest’s obsession with nature by choosing a
venue that sports indoor-outdoor capabilities. If charm is what you seek, go for a historic venue with exposed-brick walls, wood beams, and cozy fireplaces. Select a university for a convenient all-in-one retreat. Pick a stadium or arena to make guests feel like rock stars. Or try a mountain or wilderness lodge to get in the Pacific Northwest spirit. For more on Pierce County’s unique meeting venues, go to page 22. traveltacoma.com + 11
2015 CALENDAR OF EVENTS TACOMA FILM FESTIVAL View independent short and feature-length films from around the world at Grand Cinema. tacomafilmfestival.com TRUCK AND TRACTOR DAY (Lakewood) Kids can decorate a pumpkin, take a hay ride, and climb on giant tractors. cityoflakewood.us WASHINGTON STATE FAIR (Puyallup) More than one million fair-goers enjoy rides, food, and entertainment at one of the largest fairs in the country. thefair.com TACOMA ZOMBIE FEST Runners come dressed as zombies for a two-mile run and a heartpumping game of zombie tag before settling in for a free familyfriendly movie at Wright Park. metroparkstacoma.org
WINTER FIFE HARVEST FESTIVAL More than 5,000 people gather at Dacca Park for hay rides, a hay maze, and fall-themed crafts, food, and more. cityoffife.org TACOMA FIRST NIGHT A parade, music, dancing, and fire shows highlight this alcohol-free, familyfriendly New Year’s Eve event. firstnighttacoma.org
TACOMA STUDIO TOURS Local artists demonstrate their craft for visitors in workshops and studios. tacomaarts.wordpress.com SWEETHEART WINE WALK (Sumner) Bring your valentine to this special wine-tasting event at dozens of downtown Sumner shops. sumnerdowntown.com ZOOLIGHTS (Tacoma) More than half a million lights turn Point Defiance Zoo + Aquarium into a holiday display. See a scuba-diving Santa or ride a camel. pdza.org
SPRING DAFFODIL FESTIVAL (Pierce County) A series of parades throughout the county, a carnival, and other festivities provide plenty of springtime fun. thedaffodilfestival.org GIG HARBOR BEER FESTIVAL Sip Northwest craft brews made in Pierce County, Washington, and Oregon. gigharborbeerfestival.com MAYFEST (Lakewood) Beautiful flower displays—like an ikebana exhibit—and art are showcased at Lakewold Gardens. lakewoldgardens.org SPRING FAIR (Puyallup) Enjoy carnival rides, fair food, a monster truck show,
animal exhibits, music, and more at the Washington State Fairgrounds. thefair.com/spring-fair
SUMMER BREW FIVE THREE (Tacoma) Enjoy craft beers from more than 30 Washington brewers, grab grub from local food trucks, and listen to live tunes. broadwaycenter.org CLASSY CHASSIS CAR SHOW (Sumner) Expect food, music, and plenty of classic cars, hot rods, and custom trucks to admire at this annual auto showcase. sumnerdowntown.com FREEDOM FAIR (Tacoma) An airshow, live music, food, and fireworks ring in the Fourth of July. freedomfair.com GOODGUYS CAR SHOW (Puyallup) Join thousands of other car buffs at the Pacific Northwest Nationals, where there are plenty of collector vehicles to drool over, plus drag races and live entertainment. good-guys.com KITE FESTIVAL (University Place) Head out for a high-flying day of kite demonstrations, food, and family fun at Chambers Creek Regional Park. co.pierce.wa.us MARITIME FEST (Tacoma) Boat races, musical performances, and
water-themed activities delight festival-goers. maritimefest.org MEEKER DAYS (Puyallup) This family-friendly festival features activities for kids and teens, plus live music performances. puyallupmainstreet.com/events/ meeker-days ROY PIONEER RODEO Watch bullriding, steer-wrestling, calf-roping, and barrel-racing competitions at this adrenaline-filled event. royrodeo.com RHUBARB DAYS (Sumner) This summer festival is all about rhubarb, with a pie-eating contest, a rhubarb bake-off, games, music, and more. sumnerdowntown.com SUMMERFEST (Lakewood) Celebrate the season with a threeon-three basketball tournament, kids’ activities, live music, and a movie at dusk. cityoflakewood.us TASTE OF TACOMA Savor food and beverages from around 50 different restaurants and vendors. tasteoftacoma.com WALT’S FAMILY AFFAIR CAR SHOW (Fife) Admire fine automobiles or show off your own custom ride. cityoffife.org For more details about these events, go to traveltacoma.com.
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1500 Broadway / Tacoma, WA 98402 / PHONE: 253-830-6601 / FAX: 253-573-2363 / TOLL FREE: 888-227-3705 sales@gtctc.org ONLINE gtctc.org
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DISTINCT, CREATIVE AND FRESH. CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN TACOMA. The Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center (GTCTC) is the second largest meeting and event facility in Western Washington. Located 20 miles from Sea-Tac International Airport in the heart of glass-inspired, downtown Tacoma. Floor-toceiling glass walls provide exceptional light in an open atmosphere that encourages synergy and networking. Over 119,000 square feet of meeting and prefunction space for groups of 4 to 4,000 include a 50,000-square-foot, column-free exhibit hall, a 13,650-square-foot ballroom, and 12 breakouts. The GTCTC is surrounded by premium hotel rooms, diverse dining, shopping, day spas, and cultural activities. Tacoma’s Link Light Rail service stops near the GTCTC regularly. Experience exquisite food and exemplary service in a contemporary setting. Enjoy all that downtown Tacoma has to offer at the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center!
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LAKEWOOD
MCGAVICK CONFERENCE CENTER
The Ballroom, attached Atrium/Lobby, and Outdoor Terrace are perfect for your next event. This modern and versatile building can accommodate both intimate gatherings and large groups, up to 1,200 people. Our knowledgeable staff is available for preevent consulting, a point of contact for on-site walkthrough meetings, vendor coordination, and contract negotiations. The facility’s warm and contemporary atmosphere comes equipped with state-of-the-art multimedia equipment, a four-screen projection system with Wi-Fi and enough parking for attendees, all of which is included in your rental. Located conveniently between Olympia and Seattle, and just minutes from Interstate 5, the McGavick Conference Center is your most convenient, customizable, and cost-effective option for your next small gathering or large group. 14 + TRAVEL TACOMA + PIERCE COUNTY 2014–15
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4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW / Lakewood, WA 98499 / PHONE: 253-589-5783 / FAX: 253-589-6007 events@cptc.edu ONLINE mcgavickconferencecenter.com
CAPACITIES
Full Ballroom
10,709 102’ 98’
18’ 1,200 500 560
Half Ballroom
6,059
102’
61’
18’
500 200 250
Quarter Ballroom
2,358
46’
48’
18’
250
72
100
Atrium
4,840
45’
120’ 24’ 200
70
250
Small Conference
210
10’
21’
9’ —
15
—
Large Conference
900
33’
28’
9’
40
50
Other spaces vary in size
60
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
Select your own caterer Tables/chairs included Flexible stage size/location Cost effective Flexible spaces 500+ free parking spaces Free Wi-Fi Level entry TOTAL MEETING SPACE
25,076 square feet MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
43
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TACOMA
COURTYARD MARRIOTT TACOMA DOWNTOWN
ROOMS
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THEATER
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WIDTH
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1515 Commerce St / Tacoma, WA 98402 / PHONE: 253-591–9100 / FAX: 253-591–9101 / TOLL FREE: 800-321-2211 carol.pica@marriott.com ONLINE courtyardtacoma.com
CAPACITIES
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
Free Wi-Fi Award-winning caterer 1,500 sf pre-function area Built-in sound + screens Personalized menus Windows in meeting rooms Outdoor patio Wedding + decor packages Professional planners
Cascade Ballroom
4,356
99´
44´
12´
450 230 300
Mount Tahoma
1,540
35´
44´
12´
175
100
160
Mount Baker
1,276
29´
44´
12´
130
85
130
Mount St. Helens
1,540
35´
44´
12´
175
100
160
Mount Adams
754
29´
26´
12´
60
30
50
Olympic Boardroom
528
24’
22’
12’
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—
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Pacific Ballroom
2,760
46´
60´
20´
220
100
160
Pearl
1,380
46´
30´
20´
110
50
80
MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
Ruston
1,380
46´
30´
20´
110
50
80
20
Commerce
525
25´
18´
20´
32
24
40
TOTAL MEETING SPACE
10,423 square feet TOTAL SLEEPING ROOMS
162
LOCATED IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN Beautifully remodeled in 2014 with contemporary design and inviting gathering places, Courtyard Marriott resides in the heart of downtown, across from the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center and just steps from museums, restaurants, and shops. For your meetings, you’ll enjoy the best in fresh, local foods with menus tailored to meet your individual needs. Whether you’re planning a meeting for 10 or a reception for 300, we’ll make it easy for you. Our professional sales managers can guide you through every step of the planning process—from the right room setup to the perfect menu. For groups needing 10 or more guest rooms, we’ll provide a special rate and a convenient online reservation link. We’ll even create a web page just for your event. To speak with one of our friendly sales pro fessionals, call 253-284-3584.
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BEST WESTERN PREMIER PLAZA HOTEL + CONFERENCE CENTER
PUYALLUP
TOTAL SLEEPING ROOMS: 99
HOTEL MURANO
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The newly remodeled Best Western Premier Plaza Hotel + Conference Center is the perfect place for your next event. Family gatherings, small meetings, or large conferences are simple to plan when you choose this full-service hotel including setup, tables, chairs, and cleanup. Enjoy comprehensive event planning and full-service catering in Puyallup.
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620 South Hill Park Dr Puyallup, WA 98373 PHONE: 253-848-1500 FAX: 253-848-1511 conference@bestwesternpremierplaza.com ONLINE bestwesternpremierplaza.com
CAPACITIES
Georgian
1,820
35’
52’
9’
190
90
130
Carlton
1,496
34’
34’
9’
125
60
80
Covington
520
20’
26’
9’
30
25
40
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
Complimentary Wi-Fi Complimentary parking Comprehensive service Newly remodeled TOTAL MEETING SPACE
3,836 square feet MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
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TACOMA
TOTAL SLEEPING ROOMS: 319 1320 Broadway Plaza Tacoma, WA 98402 T: 253-238–8000 F: 253-591–4105 sales@murano.com ONLINE murano.com
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With more than 28,000 square feet of meeting space and an expert team dedicated to providing gracious service, Hotel Murano boasts modern international design that honors the city’s heritage at the epicenter of American glass art by featuring the works of more than 45 glass artists from around the world. One of only four hotels in all of Washington awarded Four Stars by the Forbes Travel Guide in 2013, Hotel Murano is the perfect choice for your next Tacoma meeting.
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STATE-OF-THE-ART RETREAT
CAPACITIES
Bicentennial Pavilion
14,351
127’
113’
20’ 1,800 1,000 980
Venice Ballroom
5,725
53’
108’
14’
650 324 400
Torcello/Burano
1,116
21’
54’
8’
100
50
80
Lido Boardroom
586
25’
23’
8’
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—
—
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
World-class art Forbes 4 Stars Stash reward points Onsite spa/salon TOTAL MEETING SPACE
28,000 square feet MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
20
hotels
LA QUINTA INN + SUITES + CONFERENCE CENTER
TACOMA
TOTAL SLEEPING ROOMS: 155
TOTAL SLEEPING ROOMS: 72
ROOMS
Evergreen Ballroom
3,600
BANQUET
CLASSROOM
THEATER
CEILING HEIGHT
LENGTH
DIMENSIONS
CAPACITIES
40’ 90’
10’
450 180
300
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
Full-service hotel + conference center Onsite restaurant Wheelchair accessible
Oak
841
29’
29’
10’
80
40
64
Conference
702
26’
27’
10’
60
30
48
7,000 square feet
Boardroom
702
26’
27’
10’
60
30
48
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CEILING HEIGHT
LIBERTY INN
BY THE NUMBERS
LENGTH
The La Quinta Inn + Suites offers upscale, full-service amentities for top-notch meetings, conferences, and special events. Professional, friendly staff execute every detail with excellence and provide a welcoming environment for guests to learn, network, and create positive results! Conference facilities offer large screens, wired microphone/podium, linens and complimentary Internet, staging, and parking.
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THE BEST LOCATION IN TOWN
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1425 E 27th St Tacoma, WA 98421 PHONE: 253-383-0146 FAX: 253-627-3280 lqo658catering@laquinta.com ONLINE 685.LQ.com
TOTAL MEETING SPACE MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
DUPONT
ROOMS
Liberty/Rainier
DIMENSIONS
BANQUET
CLASSROOM
BY THE NUMBERS
THEATER
Located halfway between Tacoma and Olympia off Interstate-5 in DuPont, the Liberty Inn provides meeting, conference, and banquet room facilities. Multimedia abilities include digital projector and screen, flat screen TV, DVD/VCR, and surround-sound equipment, as well as other ancillary items for a fee. Professional catering is available on request.
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MEET + STAY IN PICTURESQUE DUPONT
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1400 Wilimington Dr DuPont, WA 98327 PHONE: 253-912-8777 FAX: 253-912-9777 dupontsales@libertyinn.com ONLINE libertyinn.com
CAPACITIES
1,500
50’
30’
11’
100
100
100
Liberty
750
25’
30’
11’
50
50
50
Rainier
750
25’
30’
11’
50
50
50
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
Golf nearby Multimedia abilities Indoor pool Wireless internet TOTAL MEETING SPACE
1,500 square feet MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
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$$$$$$
20
7,208
4,356
100 ft
162
70
Hampton Inn + Suites Tacoma 8203 S Hosmer St Tacoma, WA 98408 253-539-2288 hamptoninntacoma.com
$$$$$
25
1,050
750
6
146
N/A
Holiday Inn Express Hotel + Suites - Tacoma 8601 S Hosmer St Tacoma, WA 98444 253-539-2020 hiexpress.com/tacomawa
$$$$$
25
N/A
N/A
7
78
N/A
Holiday Inn Express + Suites - Tacoma Downtown 2102 S C St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-2434 hiexpress.com/tacomadowntown
$$$$$
25
1,460
1,460
1
163
N/A
Hotel Murano 1320 Broadway Plz Tacoma, WA 98402 253-238-8000 hotelmuranotacoma.com
$$$$$$$
20
28,000
14,351
500 ft
319
204
$
27
3,650
3,650
9
127
N/A
$$$$
18
7,000
3,600
2
155
74
$
30
45,011
15,000
10
N/A
700
$$$$
25
3,050
2,150
6
119
N/A
$$
25
1,265
1,265
7
132
N/A
FREE PARKING
Courtyard Marriott - Tacoma Downtown 1515 Commerce St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-591-9100 marriott.com/seatd
PET FRIENDLY
125
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
160
FITNESS CENTER
1
POOL
2,160
FREE BREAKFAST
MILES TO CONVENTION CENTER
5,000
DINING CAPACITY
LARGEST MEETING SPACE
20
DINING ON SITE
OVERALL SQUARE FOOTAGE
$$$$$
SLEEPING ROOMS
MILES TO SEA-TAC AIRPORT
Best Western PLUS Tacoma Dome Hotel 2611 E E St Tacoma, WA 98421 253-272-7737 book.bestwestern.com
LISTINGS
NEAR LIGHT RAIL
PRICE RANGE
hotels
TACOMA
Howard Johnson 8726 S Hosmer St Tacoma, WA 98444 253-548-2400 hojo.com/tacoma-hotel La Quinta Inn + Suites and Conference Center 1425 E 27th St Tacoma, WA 98421 253-383-0146 laquintatacoma.com Pacific Lutheran University 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma, WA 98447 253-535-7670 plu.edu/conferences Red Lion Hotel Tacoma 8402 S Hosmer St Tacoma, WA 98444 253-548-1212 tacoma.redlion.com Shilo Inn + Suites Tacoma 7414 S Hosmer St Tacoma, WA 98408 253-475-4020 shiloinns.com
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$ Less than $100 $$ $100–$150 $$$ $151–$200 $$$$ $201 and more
$
25
90,000
5,000
3
1,180
500
Hampton Inn + Suites DuPont/Joint Base Lewis-McChord 800 Station Dr DuPont, WA 98327 253-912-4444 dupontsuites.hamptoninn.com
$$$$$$
39
1,160
1,160
16
115
N/A
Liberty Inn 1400 Wilmington Dr DuPont, WA 98327 253-912-8777 libertyinn.com
$$$$$
35
1,500
1,500
35
72
N/A
$$$$$
16
30,825
17,908
5
100
294
$
17
N/A
N/A
4
77
N/A
Best Western Wesley Inn + Suites 6575 Kimball Dr NW Gig Harbor, WA 98335 253-858-9690 wesleyinn.com
$$$$$$$
35
5,200
2,850
11
81
N/A
The INN at Gig Harbor 3211 56th St NW Gig Harbor, WA 98335 253-858-1111 innatgigharbor.com
$$$$$$
34
4,663
2,521
12
64
45
The Maritime Inn 3212 Harborview Dr Gig Harbor, WA 98335 253-858-1818 maritimeinn.com
$$$$$
31
N/A
N/A
13
15
N/A
FREE PARKING
University of Puget Sound 1500 N Warner St Tacoma, WA 98416 253-879-3483 pugetsound.edu/dcs
PET FRIENDLY
N/A
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
90
FITNESS CENTER
3
POOL
600
FREE BREAKFAST
MILES TO CONVENTION CENTER
600
DINING CAPACITY
LARGEST MEETING SPACE
23
DINING ON SITE
OVERALL SQUARE FOOTAGE
$$$$$$$
SLEEPING ROOMS
MILES TO SEA-TAC AIRPORT
Silver Cloud Inn - Tacoma 2317 N Ruston Way Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-1300 silvercloud.com/tacoma
NEAR LIGHT RAIL
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hotels
TACOMA
DUPONT
FIFE Emerald Queen Hotel + Casinos 5700 Pacific Hwy E Fife, WA 98424 253-922-2000 emeraldqueen.com Travelodge Tacoma 3518 Pacific Hwy E Fife, WA 98424 253-922-0550 travelodge.com/tacomawa
GIG HARBOR
$ Less than $100 $$ $100–$150 $$$ $151–$200 $$$$ $201 and more
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2,088
2,088
9
121
N/A
Alta Crystal Resort at Mt Rainier 68317 SR 410 E Greenwater, WA 98022 360-663-2500 altacrystalresort.com
$$$$$$
62
600
600
58
23
N/A
Crystal Mountain Hotels 33818 Crystal Mountain Blvd Crystal Mountain, WA 98022 360-663-2262 crystalhotels.com
$$$$$
63
750
750
60
70
192
$
46
N/A
N/A
30
32
N/A
$$$$$$
70
N/A
N/A
52
25
75
$$
68
N/A
N/A
50
24
N/A
$$$$$$
70
N/A
N/A
52
121
150
$$$$$
29
3,836
1,820
11
99
N/A
FREE PARKING
32
PET FRIENDLY
$$$$$
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
N/A
FITNESS CENTER
78
POOL
11
FREE BREAKFAST
MILES TO CONVENTION CENTER
1,300
DINING CAPACITY
LARGEST MEETING SPACE
N/A
DINING ON SITE
OVERALL SQUARE FOOTAGE
40
SLEEPING ROOMS
MILES TO SEA-TAC AIRPORT
$$
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hotels
LAKEWOOD Best Western Lakewood Motor Inn 6125 Motor Ave SW Lakewood, WA 98499 253-584-2212 bestwestern.com/lakewoodmotorinn Holiday Inn Express Hotel + Suites - Lakewood 11751 Pacific Hwy SW Lakewood, WA 98499 253-582-7000 hiexpress.com/lakewoodwa
MOUNT RAINIER
Mill Village Motel 210 Ctr St E Eatonville, WA 98328 360-832-3200 whitepasstravel.com National Park Inn Mt. Rainier National Park Longmire, WA 98397 360-569-2275 mtrainierguestservices.com Nisqually Lodge 31609 SR 706 E Ashford, WA 98304 360-569-8804 nisqually.whitepasstravel.com Paradise Inn Mt. Rainier National Park Paradise Inn, WA 98398 360-569-2275 mtrainierguestservices.com
PUYALLUP Best Western Premier Plaza Hotel + Conference Center 620 S Hill Park Dr Puyallup, WA 98373 253-848-1500 bwpremierplaza.com
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$ Less than $100 $$ $100–$150 $$$ $151–$200 $$$$ $201 and more
1,242
1,242
10
122
N/A
$$$$$
29
N/A
N/A
11
96
N/A
$$
18
3,100
1,250
14
112
N/A
FREE PARKING
23
PET FRIENDLY
$$$$$
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
N/A
FITNESS CENTER
120
POOL
10
FREE BREAKFAST
MILES TO CONVENTION CENTER
795
DINING CAPACITY
LARGEST MEETING SPACE
795
DINING ON SITE
OVERALL SQUARE FOOTAGE
26
SLEEPING ROOMS
MILES TO SEA-TAC AIRPORT
$$$$$
NEAR LIGHT RAIL
PRICE RANGE
hotels
PUYALLUP Fairfield Inn + Suites 202 15th Ave SW Puyallup, WA 98371 253-770-3100 marriott.com/seapp Hampton Inn + Suites Puyallup 1515 S Meridian Puyallup, WA 98372 253-770-8880 hamptoninn.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel + Suites - Puyallup 812 S Hill Park Dr Puyallup, WA 98373 253-848-4900 hiexpress.com/puyallup
SUMNER Holiday Inn Express Hotel + Suites - Sumner 2500 136th Ave, Ct E Sumner, WA 98390 253-299-0205 hiexpress.com/sumnerwa
$ Less than $100 $$ $100–$150 $$$ $151–$200 $$$$ $201 and more
Red Lion Inn & Suites Tacoma WA • Conveniently Located • 3,000 Sq. Ft of Meeting Space • Indoor Heated Pool • Hot Breakfast Included • WiFi Complimentary throughout the hotel • Complimentary Parking
Tacoma WA 8402 S. Hosmer Street Tacoma WA 98444 253-548-1212 www.redlion.com/tacoma traveltacoma.com + 21
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SHELTON
LITTLE CREEK CASINO RESORT
Little Creek Casino Resort offers over 35,000 SF of flexible pre function conference space to choose from. We can satisfy the largest venue needs, hold training classes, conferences, banquets, tradeshows, and seminars. Our professional staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and ready to execute each detail of your event. Little Creek Casino Resort offers 190 guest rooms including deluxe spa rooms, luxury suites, and super suites, which boast appoximately 1,300 square feet. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room ethernet connections, expanded conference space, and access to the business center with complimentary PCs, printers, and fax. The Skookum Creek Event Center is the perfect place to host tradeshows, expos, and other large events or gatherings. With a capacity of more than 1,800 seats, showcases 2 full-service cocktail bars providing timely service to even the largest of groups. Complete with built-in staging, retractable bleacher seating, private skyboxes as well as state-of-the-art sound.
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BANQUET
CLASSROOM
THEATER
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LENGTH
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE LUXURIOUS DESTINATION
SQUARE FEET
91 W State Rte 108 / Shelton, WA 98584 / PHONE: 360-427-7711 sales@little-creek.com ONLINE little-creek.com
CAPACITIES
Skookum Creek Center
22,500
—
—
—
Sa-Heh-Wa-Mish
3,828
—
—
—
354 228
224
Grand Ballroom A-C
3,150
—
—
—
270
180
152
Grand Ballroom A-B; B-C
2,100
—
—
—
180
120
104
Grand Ballroom A, B or C
1,050
—
—
—
90
60
40
Squi-Aitl
1,234
—
—
—
154
84
56
T-Peeksin
1,125
—
—
—
120
72
56
—
—
—
—
354 228
224
Salish Cliffs Clubhouse
—
—
—
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
Event theming/ decorations Room set-up Deluxe room accommodations Audio/visual available Presentation items Staging needs Customized menus Meeting planning Specialty entertainment TOTAL MEETING SPACE
40,000 square feet MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
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TACOMA
PACIFIC LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY
ROOMS
DIMENSIONS
BANQUET
CLASSROOM
THEATER
CEILING HEIGHT
LENGTH
WIDTH
BY THE NUMBERS
SQUARE FEET
12180 Park Ave S / Tacoma, WA 98447 / PHONE: 253-535-7670 / FAX: 253-536-5076 conferences@plu.edu ONLINE plu.edu/conferences
CAPACITIES
Olson Auditorium
1,2471
93’
137’
35’ 3,500 400 700
Eastvold Auditorium
15,000
63’
128’
33’
600
—
—
Lagerquist Concert Hall 13,000
100’ 200’
35’
530
—
—
Chris Knutzen Hall
4,540
59’
77’
13’
400 200 240
Scandinavian Center
4,256
56’
76’
13’
180
100
160
Regency Room
2,301
39’
59’
13’
192
108
120
Union Pacific Room
1,872
39’
48’
13’
86
50
70
University Classrooms
842
26’
32’
13’
—
40
—
University Board Rms
532
19’
28’
13’
15
—
—
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
Full on-site catering State-of-art technology Athletic facilities Full-service event team Summer lodging Competitive pricing Customized packages Campus restaurants LEED-certified buildings TOTAL MEETING SPACE
96,000 square feet MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
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PLU is a full-service, impeccably professional conference and event facility in beautiful Tacoma, WA. Whether you are planning an athletic competition or a major conference, we offer the spaces, services, and experiences guaranteed to make your next event a success. Fancy, basic, and everything in between: PLU offers a wide range of affordable large-format venues, classrooms, conference rooms, outdoor spaces and intimate meeting rooms in LEEDcertified buildings. Expect the extra touch during your visit to PLU; with our conference crew on hand every step of the way, we ensure every event is an enjoyable and memorable experience. PLU’s parklike campus is nestled in a quiet neighborhood seven miles south of downtown Tacoma, making for a lovely blend of selfcontained campus and nearby activities. PLU is right off the major Interstate 5 corridor, so if you feel like venturing farther afield, the metropolitan hubs of Seattle, Tacoma, and Olympia are within minutes.
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ENVIRONMENTAL
UNIVERSITY PLACE
SERVICES BUILDING
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Hold your next meeting at the Pierce County Environmental Services Building at Chambers Creek Regional Park. The flexible meeting + event space can accommodate a meeting for 10 or a wedding for 175. The outdoor courtyard features a patio and lawn with views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Enhance your meeting with a walk on one of the scenic trails, saltwater beach, or golf Chambers Bay, home of the 2015 U.S. Open.
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MODERN STYLE, CLASSIC VIEWS
CEILING HEIGHT
9850 64th St W University Place, WA 98467 T: 253-798-4141 F: 253-798-4695 pceventrental@co.pierce.wa.us ONLINE piercecountywa.org/esbrental
CAPACITIES
Public Meeting Rooms
2,400
35’
66’
15’
163
100 163
East Room Portion
1,300
39’
33’
15’
88
50
88
West Room Portion
1,100
33’
33’
15’
75
35
75
Training Room
1,220
33’
37’
15’
30
24
30
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
Modern style Classic views Flexible space Next to Chambers Bay TOTAL MEETING SPACE
7,200 square feet MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
29
UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND
TACOMA
1500 N Warner St, Ste 1093 Tacoma, WA 98416 PHONE: 253-879-3483 FAX: 253-879-2975 conferences@pugetsound.edu ONLINE pugetsound.edu/conferences
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BANQUET
CLASSROOM
THEATER
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Offering overnight lodging for up to 1,100 attendees, flexible meeting space, wireless Internet, audiovisual equipment, ample parking, recreational facilities, and onsite catering, the University of Puget Sound is the ideal location to hold your next summer conference, camp, or meeting. The university is located in the charming residential neighborhood of historic North Tacoma. Visitors are close to the Sixth Avenue and Proctor shopping districts, the awardwinning Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, and downtown museums.
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PLAN, INVITE . . . RELAX.
CAPACITIES
Schneebeck Concert Hall
5,000 162’
80’
—
500
—
—
Rausch Auditorium
2,225
44’
—
160
—
— —
50’
Classrooms
Vary
—
—
—
10150 150
Trimble Forum
1,100
29’
36’
—
100
—
60
Rotunda
2,500
50’
50’
—
250
—
150
FAST FACTS STAND OUTS
Minutes from I-5 Free wireless Ample free parking Park-like setting TOTAL MEETING SPACE
90,000 square feet MILES FROM SEATAC AIRPORT
25 miles
resources Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center
RESTAURANTS AMERICAN + STEAK Boathouse 19 Restaurant 9001 S 19th St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-565-1919 boathouse19restaurant.com Casual waterfront dining, complete with great food. We serve burgers, cedar-planked salmon, salads and soups, and more. Enjoy our selection of wines and beers, along with a full bar. $-$$$ b c g i j CC (6)
COUTRESY GREATER TACOMA CONVENTION & TRADE CENTER
Chalk and Talk Bistro 2301 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-779-0777 chalktalkbistro.com It’s an all-American burger joint with fresh flame-broiled burgers, homemade fries, and a great selection of beers. The chalk walls provide for artistic expression. Don’t forget the milkshake! $ a b c g j CC (0.7) El Gaucho 2119 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-1510 elgaucho.com El Gaucho takes you back in time with classic cocktails in a dramatic lounge, beautiful private dining rooms, and nightly live piano music. $$$$ cf CC (0.6) Friesenburgers 308 E 26th St Tacoma, WA 98421 253-203-6753 friesenburgers.com Come for old-school burgers
made to order and the famous deep-fried hot dogs. There’s organic bison burgers for the adventurous eater and a gluten-free menu, too. $ b c g j CC (1.1) Narrows Plaza Bowl 2200 Mildred St W University Place, WA 98466 253-565-1007 narrowsplazabowl.com We serve 100% certified Angus beef burgers, and the South Sound’s best pizza that are handmade to order. We have a full-service soda fountain, as well as Keurig-brewed coffee, hot teas, smoothies, and iced coffee. Come enjoy our karaoke bar and full-bar service. Meeting space available for rent. $ b c g CC (4.7)
atmosphere. $$ a b c d g CC (2) Smoke + Cedar Restaurant and Event Center 2013 S Cedar St Tacoma, WA 98405 253-343-6090 smokeandcedar.com Smoke + Cedar is casual dining with seriously delicious food, and high energy level; it is FUN dining not fine dining--a place to eat + drink with good friends. The food is modern American comfort food, served with attention to detail. The drink menu features handshaken/stirred specialty cocktails that are delicious as well as affordable. $-$$$ a b c d f g j CC (2.3)
Pacific Grill + Events Center 1502 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-627-3535 pacificgrilltacoma.com The award-winning menu takes a fresh look at classic recipes, featuring daily seafood specials, fine wines, and classic cocktails. A full-service fine-dining experience. Contact for catering inquiries. $$$$ b cf CC (0.1)
ASIAN Galanga Thai Cuisine 1129 Broadway Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-3393 galangathai.com This restaurant brings together the fresh flavors of Southeast Asia into truly memorable meals. Located in downtown, near museums, UW Tacoma, the convention center, hotels, theaters, and more. Serves wine + beer. $$ b c g j CC (0.2)
Ports of Call Restaurant + Lounge at LaQuinta Inn 1425 E 27 St Tacoma, WA 98421 253-383-1046 lq.com This bright, family-friendly restaurant offers reasonable prices and a wide variety of cuisine with a casual dining
Indochine Asian Dining Lounge 1924 Pacific Ave S Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-8200 indochinedowntown.com Go for fresh, Asian fusion featuring Pan Pacific cuisine influenced by Thailand, India, Japan, and France in a stun-
ning atmosphere. Take your senses on a ride of unique flavors and aromas. $$$ b c CC (0.6)
Tacoma’s premier cupcake bakery, with party room for 12-20 guests. $ g j CC (1.2)
The Happy Teriyaki #4 2223 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-1544 thehappyteriyaki.com Enjoy affordable and delicious Japanese food including sushi rolls in a casual atmosphere. Party trays and catering available. $-$$ b c g j CC (0.6)
Savor Tacoma Creperie 1916 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-365-5534 savorcreperie.com This casual yet stylish cafe offers French-style savory crepes, egg scramble crepes, and sweet crepes. Open Saturday for breakfast. $ a b c d g CC (.6)
TWOKOI Japanese Restaurant 1552 Commerce St, Ste 100 Tacoma, WA 98402 253-274-8999 twokoi.com TWOKOI creates traditional and fusion Japanese dishes complementing its welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy views of the Tacoma Art Museum or meet a chef in the open kitchen while you sip on over 40 varieties of sake. Can accommodate parties of 15-200. $$ b c g j CC (0.3)
BUFFET Pacific Rim Buffet 5700 Pacific Hwy E Fife, WA 98424 253-594-7777 emeraldqueen.com/dining Features selections ranging from gourmet Chinese, American, and continental cuisine. Dishes such as Pacific Northwest wild salmon and porterhouse steak and lobster tail are prepared to perfection. $-$$$ b cFh CC (5.3)
BAKERIES + TREATS Gibson’s Frozen Yogurt Shoppe 8 N Tacoma Ave Tacoma, WA 98403 253-302-3856 gibsonsyogurt.com Help yourself to creamy, nutritious, fresh frozen yogurt and toppings. Locally owned. hello, cupcake 1740 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-383-7772 hello-cupcake.com
COFFEE SHOP Metro Coffee 1901 Jefferson Ave, Ste B Tacoma, WA 98402 253-627-8152 We are located on the steps of University of WA Tacoma. Serving espresso, coffee, tea, and sodas. Snacks, pastries, sandwiches, and wraps also available. Featuring organic and local beans and dairy products. $ a g CC (0.3) DELI + NATURAL FOODS Marlene’s Market + Deli 2951 S 38th St
KEY a Breakfast b Lunch c Dinner d BrunchF 21+ f Reservations suggested g Kid friendly h High noise level i Waterfront dining j Takeout Open on Sunday Uses locally sourced ingredients CC Miles to Convention Center On same street as Link Light Rail $ $7–$13 $$ $14–$20 $$$ $21–$30 $$$$ $30 and more
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resources Tacoma, WA 98409 253-472-4080 marlenesmarket-deli.com The South Sound’s awardwinning source for supplements, herbs, natural beauty products, organic foods, gifts, books, and housewares plus on-site whole foods deli and bakery with gluten-free and vegan options. $ a b g j CC (3.8) FRENCH Aviateur French Diner 1498 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-573-9000 Experience a bit of France and an authentic menu at this new establishment. Dishes served include Croque Monsieur, escargot, beef bourguignon, and crepes. A happy hour menu is offered, along with delectable desserts and a selection of wines and cocktails. $-$$$ a b c d g CC (0.1) ITALIAN + PIZZA Adriatic Grill 4201 S Steele St Tacoma, WA 98409 253-475-6000 adriaticgrill.com Tacoma’s local, chef-owned
restaurant features warm, European hospitality and menu items made fresh, inhouse daily, including glutenfree and vegan options as well. Come for the food, stay for the drinks - the bar is open until midnight! Can accommodate parties up to 56 and A/V equipment available. $$$ b c g h j CC (3.7) The Old Spaghetti Factory 1735 Jefferson Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-383-2214 osf.com Come here to enjoy delicious food, a charming family atmosphere and friendly service. They even deliver! $-$$ b c g CC (0.5) The Rock - Wood Fired Pizza + Brewery 1920 Jefferson Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-1221 therockwfp.com Enjoy gourmet, hand-tossed pies cooked to perfection in wood-fired ovens. Serves steaks, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and gluten-free options. $$ b c g j CC (0.4)
NORTHWEST + SEAFOOD BITE Restaurant 1320 Broadway Plz Tacoma, WA 98402 253-591-4151 hotelmuranotacoma.com The cutting-edge design, gourmet cuisine, and craft cocktails of BITE restaurant blend with the world of art glass for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. $$$ a b c g CC (0.1) C.I. Shenanigans 3017 Ruston Way Tacoma, WA 98402 253-752-8811 cishenanigans.com Fresh fish, steaks with a Sunday brunch and waterfront view. Full wine bar, cocktails + beer. Can accommodate parties up to 200. $$$-$$$$ b cdi CC (3.1) Katie Downs Waterfront Tavern + Eatery 3211 Ruston Way Tacoma, WA 98402 253-756-0771 katiedowns.com Waterfront dining specializing in pizza, gourmet burgers, seafood, and the best of handcrafted Northwest brews,
wines, and spirits. $$ b c F h i j CC (3.3) Lobster Shop South on Commencement Bay 4015 Ruston Way Tacoma, WA 98402 253-759-2165 lobstershop.com Nantucket-like waterfront seafood dining destination, serving the South Sound for 30 years. Banquet seating up to 40 in private room. $$$-$$$$ bcdfi CC (3.9) Maxwell’s Speakeasy + Lounge 454 St. Helens Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-683-4115 maxwells-tacoma.com Located in the historic Walker Building in downtown Tacoma, the menu features great, fresh Northwest cuisine, and a generous wine selection, microbrews, and craft cocktails. $$-$$$$ c h CC (0.8) Tatoosh Grill 5700 Pacific Hwy E Fife, WA 98424 253-594-7777 emeraldqueen.com/dining
With an intimate atmosphere and a panoramic view of Mount Rainier, all of your senses will be awakened as you dine on Northwest cuisine. $-$$$ a b c dFj CC (5.3) The Social Bar + Grill 1715 Dock St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-301-3835 thesocialbarandgrill.com New American menu with influences from the Mediterranean, Pacific Islands, Spain, and Central America plus craft cocktails and a unique wine and beer selection. $-$$ b c i CC (0.7) PUBS Doyle’s Public House 208 St. Helens Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-7468 doylespublichouse.com Esquire magazine calls it “one of America’s best bars.” You be the judge. Stop in for a bite and pint. $ b c F g h CC (1) Harmon Brewery + Eatery 1938 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402
KEY a Breakfast b Lunch c Dinner d BrunchF 21+ f Reservations suggested g Kid friendly h High noise level i Waterfront dining j Takeout Open on Sunday Uses locally sourced ingredients CC Miles to Convention Center On same street as Link Light Rail $ $7–$13 $$ $14–$20 $$$ $21–$30 $$$$ $30 and more
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Seat your guests around an impressive collection of automobiles at ACM’s 165,000 sq. ft. campus. The 4-level Museum is perfect for events of all sizes and occasions. Contact us at info@lemaymuseum.org or 253-779-8490 for more information.
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resources 253-383-2739 harmonbrewingco.com Enjoy hand-crafted beers brewed on-site served with burgers, sandwiches, pasta, pizza, and more. Perfect for large groups and families. $
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The Forum 815A Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-830-2151 eatattheforum.com The Forum is about surrounding ourselves with the best staff, supporting our local liquor companies, and to serve the finest food while creating a meeting place that everyone can enjoy. $-$$$ b c F h j CC (0.5) The Hub 203 Tacoma Ave S Tacoma, WA 98402 253-683-4606 theharmonrestaurants.com Pizza. Pasta. Pints. Check out The Hub Event Space, a hip, urban, intimate setting that accomodates up to 84 guests. $$ a b c g h j CC (1.1) The Office on Pacific Bar + Grill 813 Pacific Ave
Tacoma, WA 98402 253-572-3222 theofficeonpacific.com We offer a wide selection of tap and bottled beer, a full bar of your favorite liquor, and a taste-bud tantalizing menu. We’ve got lots of large HD flat screen televisions putting you front and center for an optimal viewing experience, a courtyard with tables to catch some rays, a state-of-the-art jukebox, and free shuffleboard. $ b c Fh j CC (0.6) The Swiss Restaurant + Pub 1904 Jefferson Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-572-2821 theswisspub.com Located near University of Washington Tacoma, come experience hearty pub fare with 30 beers on tap, our extensive gameroom, and live music. Event space available for rent. $ a b c g h CC (0.4) Tides Tavern 2925 Harborview Dr Gig Harbor, WA 98335 253-858-3982 tidestavern.com Tides Tavern offers great food, friendly service, and an amazing waterfront deck. We feature clam chowder and
fish and chips, along with an extensive pub menu. Enjoy our diverse range of beers on tap, carefully selected wine list, and seasonal cocktails. $ a b c Fh i CC (12.5) WINERIES + WINE BARS 21 Cellars 2621 N 21st St Tacoma, WA 98406 253-220-7752 21cellars.com Award-winning boutique winery, 21 Cellars strives to handcraft the finest limitedproduction wines. Open Saturdays, or Thursday by appointment. F f CC (2.4) Stina’s Cellars 9316 Lakeview Ave SW, Ste B Lakewood, WA 98499 253-227-9748 stinascellars.com Award-winning boutique winery producing small lots of highquality, affordable wines. Open Thursday - Saturday. F f CC (9)
ATTRACTIONS CASINOS Emerald Queen Hotel + Casinos 2024 E 29th St Tacoma, WA 98404 253-594-7777 emeraldqueen.com
GOLF Chambers Bay Golf Course 6320 Grandview Dr W University Place, WA 98467 253-460-4653 chambersbaygolf.com The Home Course 2300 Golf House Rd DuPont, WA 98327 253-964-0520 thehomecourse.com MUSEUMS + HISTORIC SITES Children’s Museum of Tacoma 1501 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-627-6031 playtacoma.org Foss Waterway Seaport 705 Dock St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-2750 fosswaterwayseaport.org Harbor History Museum 4121 Harborview Dr Gig Harbor, WA 98335 253-858-6722 harborhistorymuseum.org Lakewood Historical Society + History Museum 6211 Mt Tacoma Dr SW Lakewood, WA 98499 253-682-3480 lakewoodhistorical.org
LeMay—America’s Car Museum 2707 E D St Tacoma, WA 98421 253-779-8490 lemaymuseum.org LeMay Family Collection at Marymount 325 152nd St E Tacoma, WA 98445 253-272-2336 lemaymarymount.org Museum of Glass 1801 Dock St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-284-4750 museumofglass.org Tacoma Art Museum 1701 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-4258 tacomaartmuseum.org Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-3500 washingtonhistory.org PERFORMING ARTS + THEATERS Broadway Center for the Performing Arts 901 Broadway, Ste 700 Tacoma, WA 98402
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The Grand Cinema 606 S Fawcett Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-593-4474 grandcinema.com Tacoma Musical Playhouse 7116 Sixth Ave Tacoma, WA 98406 253-565-6867 tmp.org TEAM-BUILDING FACILITIES Area 253 Glassblowing 2514 Holgate St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-779-0101 area253glassblowing.com Heritage Distilling Co. 3207 57 St Ct NW Gig Harbor, WA 98335 253-509-0008 heritagedistilling.com Tacoma Glassblowing Studio 114 S 23rd St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-383-3499 tacomaglassblowing.com RECREATION Crystal Mountain Resort 33914 Crystal Mtn Blvd Enumclaw, WA 98022 360-663-2265 crystalmountainresort.com
Narrows Plaza Bowl 2200 Mildred St W University Place, WA 98466 253-565-1007 narrowsplazabowl.com WILDLIFE + NATURE Deep Forest Challenge 11610 Trek Dr E Eatonville, WA 98402 360-832-7163 deepforestchallenge.com Lakewold Gardens 12317 Gravelly Lk Dr SW Lakewood, WA 98499 253-584-4106 lakewoldgardens.org Northwest Trek Wildlife Park 11610 Trek Dr E Eatonville, WA 98328 360-832-6117 nwtrek.org Point Defiance Zoo + Aquarium 5400 N Pearl St Tacoma, WA 98407 253-591-5337 pdza.org W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory 316 S G St Tacoma, WA 98405 253-591-5330 metroparkstacoma.org/ conservatory
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SERVICES AUDIO VISUAL + AUDIENCE RESPONSE SYSTEMS Audio Visual Factory 8011 S 187th St Kent, WA 98032 206-763-7181 avfactory.com AVMS 814 Sixth Ave S Seattle, WA 98134 206-694-4444 avms.com Chase Productions, LLC University Place, WA 98464 253-318-3904 chaseaudiovisual.com Expert Video Services PO Box 64315 University Place, WA 98464 253-238-3700 expertvideoservices.com Triumph Expo + Events, Inc 12614 Interurban Ave S Seattle, WA 98168 206-431-1010 triumphexpo.com EXTENDED STAY 502 Estates 502 N D St Tacoma, WA 98403 253-426-5142 502estate.com
CATERING Jonz Catering 1905 Bridgeport Way W, Ste 100 University Place, WA 98466 253-274-0443 jonzcatering.com Lancer Hospitality + Catering 5400 N Pearl St Tacoma, WA 98407 253-404-3823 lancercatering.com Neighborhood Bistro 714 S 27th St Tacoma, WA 98409 253-573-6646 neighborhoodbistro.org
Cheney Stadium 2502 S Tyler St Tacoma, WA 98405 253-752-7707 tacomarainiers.com Emerald Queen Hotel + Casinos Convention Center 5580 Pacific Hwy S Fife, WA 98424 888-820-3555 emeraldqueen.com Fort Nisqually Living History Museum 5400 N Pearl St Tacoma, WA 98407 253-591-5339
Foss Waterway Seaport LOCAL MEETING PLANNERS 705 Dock St Ideas NW Innovative, Tacoma, WA 98402 Dedicated Events + Services 253-272-2750 Puyallup, WA 98371 fosswaterwayseaport.org 206-293-5524 ideasnw.com Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center PJ Hummel + Company, Inc 1500 Broadway 1002 E F St, Ste C Tacoma, WA 98402 Tacoma, WA 98421 253-830-6601 253-272-6605 gtctc.org pjhummel.com LeMay—America’s Proper Planning Car Museum University Place, WA 98464 2707 E D St 253-405-7910 Tacoma, WA 98421 properplanningteam.com 877-902-8490 lemaymuseum.org EVENT SECURITY Staff Pro LeMay Family Collection at 2727 E D St Marymount Tacoma, WA 98421 325 152nd St E 253-274-8320 Tacoma, WA 98445 staffpro.com 253-272-2336 lemaymarymount.org EVENT RESOURCES Clowns Unlimited McGavick Conference Center 22018 72nd Ave S 4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Kent, WA 98032 Bldg 23 800-763-3236 Lakewood, WA 98499 clownsunlimited.com 253-589-5783 cptc.edu/eventcenter PROMOTIONAL MERCHANDISE Museum of Glass Geiger Tacoma 1801 Dock St 5929 Westgate Blvd, Ste D Tacoma, WA 98402 Tacoma, WA 98406 866-468-7386 253-383-3883 museumofglass.org dcolbo.geigermall.com Pacific Lutheran University Smith Western Co. 12180 Park Ave S 2223 S 80th St Tacoma, WA 98447 Tacoma, WA 253-535-7670 800-745-7926 plu.edu/conferences smithwesternco.com Pioneer Park Pavilion MEETING SPACES 330 S Meridian Center at Norpoint Puyallup, WA 98371 4818 Nassau Ave NE 253-841-5518 Tacoma, WA 98422 cityofpuyallup.org/ 253-591-5504 page.php?id=337 metroparkstacoma.org/ norpoint Point Defiance Pagoda Trolley Ln Chambers Creek Tacoma, WA 98407 Properties 253-305-1090 9850 64th St W metroparkstacoma.org/ University Place, WA 98467 pagoda 253-798-4141 piercecountywa.org/ccp STAR Center 66th + Adams Tacoma, WA 98409
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resources 253-305-1000 starcentertacoma.com Tacoma Dome 2727 E D St Tacoma, WA 98421 253-272-3663 tacomadome.org Tacoma Landmark Catering + Convention Center 47 St. Helens Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-2042 tacomaslandmark.com Titlow Lodge 8425 Sixth Ave Tacoma, WA 98465 253-591-5297 metroparkstacoma.org University of Washington, Tacoma 1900 Commerce St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-692-4000 tacoma.washington.edu/ conference University of Puget Sound 1500 N Warner St, CMB 1079 Tacoma, WA 98416 253-879-3262 ups.edu/dcs
Washington State Fair Events Center 110 Ninth Ave SW Puyallup, WA 98371 253-845-1771 thefair.com Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-3500 washingtonhistory.org PRINTERS Minuteman Press 1111 A St Tacoma, WA 98402 253-383-4377 mmptacoma.com Print NW 9914 32nd Ave S Tacoma, WA 98499 253-284-2300 printnw.net RENTALS AA Party Rentals by Cort 2523 Pacific Hwy E Fife, WA 98424 253-922-9898 aaparty.com
TOURS + TRANSPORTATION Ace Taxi 1128 72nd St E Tacoma, WA 98404 253-589-1000 acetaxinw.com Amtrak 1001 Puyallup Ave Tacoma, WA 98421 800-872-7245 amtrakcascades.com Argosy Cruises 1101 Alaskan Way, Pier 55, Ste 201 Seattle, WA 98101 206-623-1445 argosycruises.com Beeline Tours LTD 12721 Renton Ave S Seattle, WA 98178 206-632-5162 beelinetours.com Capital Aeroporter/ Airport Shuttle PO Box 2163 Olympia, WA 98507 253-927-6179 capair.com Destiny Harbor Tours 8829 N Harborview Gig Harbor, WA 98332 253-225-6306 destinyharbortours.com
Discover Nature, LLC Tacoma, WA 98388 253-777-8226 tourmtrainier.com Lifestyle Valet, Shuttle and Craft Tours PO Box 112064 Tacoma, WA 98411 253-324-1587 lifestylevalet.net Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad + Museum 54124 Mt Hwy E Elbe, WA 98328 360-492-5588 mrsr.com MTR Western 720 S Forest St Seattle, WA 98134 800-975-0464 mtrwestern.com Shuttle Express/Limos by Shuttle Express 800 SW 16th St Renton, WA 98057 425-981-7000 shuttleexpress.com
SHOPPING Creative Forces Gifts + Sundries at the Hotel Murano 1320 Broadway Pz Tacoma, WA 98402 253-227-8871 creativeforcesgallery.com Freighthouse Square 2501 E D St Tacoma, WA 98421 253-305-0678 freighthousesquare.com LeRoy Jewelers + The Art Stop 940 Broadway Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-3377 ljewelers.com The Pacific Northwest Shop 2702 N Proctor St Tacoma, WA 98407 800-942-3523 pacificnorthwestshop.com
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transportation Link Light Rail
Link Light Rail: Getting around downtown Tacoma is free and easy with Link Light Rail, which provides complimentary service from one end of downtown to the other. Hop on to ride between the six stops: the Tacoma Dome, South 25th Street, Union Station, the Convention Center, South 11th Street, and the Theater District. Link Light Rail operates 365 days a year between 5am and 10:10pm Monday through Friday, 7:48am and 10:10pm Saturday, and 9:48am and 5:58pm Sunday and holidays. Parking is free in the six-story Link garage located next to the Tacoma Dome Station.
It takes approximately 10 minutes to travel from one end of the line to the other. For train schedules, visit soundtransit.org/ schedules/tacoma-link-light-rail. Buses: Two bus systems, Sound Transit and Pierce Transit, service Pierce County. Sound Transit bus routes travel through Bonney Lake, DuPont, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Puyallup, Sumner, Tacoma, and University Place. One-way fare ranges from $2.50 to $3.50. Pierce Transit routes travel through all of Pierce County. One-way fare is $2. For routes and timetables, visit soundtransit.org and piercetransit.org.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION Getting to and from the airport is easy with shuttles, taxis, and rental cars. Car rental companies offer 24/7 shuttle service between the airport and an off-site car-rental facility. Shuttles pick up passengers outside of baggage claim at the north and south ends of the main terminal. Taxis can be found on the third floor of the airport parking garage. 30 + TRAVEL TACOMA + PIERCE COUNTY 2014–15
Sea-Tac International Airport
SEATTLE-TACOMA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Tacoma is only 20 miles away from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, the major airport in the state. With around 800 flights arriving daily, Sea-Tac Airport served more than 34 million passengers in 2013. Twenty-three different airlines provide nonstop service to 75 domestic and 21 international destinations.
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To Portland from Tacoma 145 miles To Olympia from Tacoma 30 miles
Golf course
To Seattle from Tacoma 35 miles
For more information call 1-800-272-2662.
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