What's happening in Lakewood for 2025
Key Articles About Lakewood, Washington for 2025
1. Major Events and Festivals
SummerFEST 2025
An in-depth look at Lakewood’s premier summer festival, scheduled for July 19, 2025, at Fort Steilacoom Park. Coverage will include event highlights such as international performances, live music, circus acts, a car show, hot air balloons, and extreme motocross shows.
➡️ Source: Nearcation
Fiesta de la Familia
A feature on this family-oriented event set for September 6, 2025, celebrating cultural diversity with food, live entertainment, art shows, and hands-on crafts.
➡️ Source: City of Lakewood
Truck and Tractor Day
An article previewing the October 11, 2025, event where children can explore various trucks and tractors, participate in pumpkin decorating, crafts, games, and enjoy hayrides.
➡️ Source: City of Lakewood
2. Urban Development and Infrastructure
Lakewood Towne Center Apartments
An analysis of the recently approved 309-unit mixed-use housing project that will bring new apartments to downtown Lakewood. The development includes multiple buildings, open spaces with community amenities, and parking facilities.
➡️ Source: The News Tribune
Transportation Improvements
An overview of Lakewood’s planned $90 million in infrastructure improvements aimed at attracting new housing units and jobs by 2044.
➡️ Source: Build Your Better Here
Sounder Commuter Rail Expansion
A report on the future expansion plans of the Sounder commuter rail, including potential additional trips and platform extensions, and how these developments will impact Lakewood residents.
➡️ Source: Wikipedia
3. Community Initiatives and Planning
Comprehensive Plan Updates
An examination of Lakewood’s Comprehensive Plan, which guides the city’s growth and development strategy over the next 20 years, including updates adopted in January 2025.
➡️ Source: City of Lakewood
Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Plan
A discussion on Lakewood’s 2025-2029 CTR Plan aimed at reducing single-occupancy vehicle trips and promoting alternative commuting options.
➡️ Source: TDM Board
4. Cultural and Recreational Activities
Lakewood Playhouse Productions
Coverage of the Lakewood Playhouse’s 2025 season, including notable performances such as "The Laramie Project", running from February 21 to March 9, 2025.
➡️ Source: Lakewood Chamber of Commerce
Daffodil Festival Participation
Highlighting Lakewood high schools' involvement in the 2025 Daffodil Festival, showcasing local talent and community spirit.
➡️ Source: Wikipedia