Arts and Culture in Downtown Olympia, WA

Olympia offers a high-quality arts experience that rivals major metropolitan areas like Portland or Seattle. Residents can find a theatrical costume shop and many arts studios housed in former warehouses and other industrial structures in the downtown area. Downtown Olympia is also home to a nationally acclaimed children’s museum, the WET Science Center, the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Harlequin Productions, and the Capitol Theater. The Olympia Symphony Orchestra also performs free outdoor public concerts downtown throughout the summer months.

Nearby Medical Facilities

Access to medical care is essential at any age and is one of the critical considerations we hear from residents when deciding if Harbor Heights is the right place to call home. Lucky for residents, there are several options for top-notch medical care in Olympia, including the MultiCare Capital Medical Center, the Kaiser Permanente Olympia Medical Center,  and Providence St. Peter Hospital, which was recently recognized with the distinction of being one of the top 34 hospitals in the country, and one of the top hospitals in Washington.

Walk to Shopping and Grocery Stores

Many Harbor Heights residents have found the local shopping options so convenient that they have opted to sell their cars or have pared their household down to just one car. The community’s 78 Walk Score means that most day-to-day errands and shopping can be accomplished by residents on foot. Nearby shopping includes many local boutiques, art galleries, an independent bookstore, the Olympia Seafood Company, and the Bayview Thriftway Market.

Delectable Dining Options

Harbor Heights Residents have a wide selection of local dining establishments right outside their doorstep. A local favorite, Budd Bay Café, recently reopened after remodeling and remains one of downtown Olympia’s most popular restaurants and is conveniently located just across the street from our building. Other local restaurants are within short walking distance to the community, including casual dining options just a block away at the Olympia Farmers Market. If you don’t want to leave the building, Cynara restaurant is located on the first floor and offers casual, refined dining with Mediterranean flavors.

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There is so much of downtown Olympia to explore, your days will be full of adventure when you opt for active 55+ living at Harbor Heights! Schedule an in-person or virtual tour to learn more about our available residences and our community amenities.

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Twinklefest Tour

Take a self-guided tour through decorated downtown Olympia storefronts November 27-January 2^nd. While on your tour, look out for Nutcracker-themed selfie scenes for sharing on holiday cards with your family and friends. Themes include: “Land of Sweets” at the Washington Center, a gingerbread house at 5^th and Capitol, and “Winter Wonderland” at Legion and Capitol.

Shop and Dine Promotion

Dine in downtown Olympia and get a holiday gift! Download a Shop and Dine passport and bring it with you to visit local retail shops and restaurants. Every time you make a $10 or more purchase at participating locations, you’ll receive a sticker on your passport. Get five stickers and turn in your passport for your choice of a branded Love OLY gift, your pick of a scarf, deck of playing cards, or a journal. 500 Columbia’s own Cynara restaurant is one of the participating locations for Shop and Dine! Take a tour of Harbor Heights and be sure to get your passport stamped when you dine at Cynara afterward.

Washington Center for the Performing Arts

See the holiday season’s quintessential ballet performance at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts. The Nutcracker is presented by Ballet Northwest several weekends during the holiday season. See the events calendar for dates, times, and ticket information. While you are there, keep an eye out for SNOW! Rumor has it, there will be a 100% chance of snow before every performance through December 23^rd.

Olympia Farmers Market Holiday Market

While the growing season is winding down, things at the Olympia Farmers Market are gearing up for the holiday season. Seasonal items like wreaths and Christmas trees are arriving at the market, and our local vendors are bringing delicious items like baked goods, honey, cheese and meats for your holiday table. Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will be at the market on December 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, and 23 from noon to 2 pm. The jolly couple will be walking around the market handing out candy canes and spreading holiday cheer.

Complimentary Parking

Parking is easy and free during select weeks of the holiday season! Shop, dine, visit Harbor Heights, and take a walking tour with no parking fees or meters to worry over. Enjoy complimentary parking downtown from December 12-24, courtesy of the City of Olympia.

New Home for the Holidays

There’s always something fun and exciting going on in downtown Olympia, during the holiday season and beyond. Ready to experience sophisticated, urban living in the charming City of Olympia? We are offering special deals and incentives through the end of the year! Ask about our $1 move-in special, up to 2 months free rent for one-bedrooms, and free holiday gift with any move-in on or before December 31, 2021. We invite out-of-state guests to inquire about our Discovery Package, which includes special rates for lodging and dining.

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