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PUYALLUP

Lodging, Dining, & Attractions

Beyond its sculpture gallery, Puyallup features year-round events, unique shops, and an array of locally owned restaurants and bars, along with highly rated hotels for a relaxing stay.

Getting Here

From Seattle – Take I-5 south to exit 142A onto S. 348th St. and turn left onto Enchanted Parkway (SR 161) at the first light. Enchanted Parkway becomes Meridian (SR 161), and takes you directly into downtown Puyallup.

 

From Seattle Eastside – Take I-405 south to SR 167 south. Continue on SR167 south until the freeway ends at Meridian (SR 161). Turn left onto Meridian and cross the river into downtown Puyallup.

 

From the South – Take I-5 north to Exit 127 (Puyallup) onto SR 512. Follow SR512 to the third Puyallup exit (Meridian). Turn left on Meridian into downtown Puyallup.

Lodging

Whether you are traveling on a budget or enjoy lodgings where you have every amenity at your disposal, Puyallup offers lodgings that can meet your needs.

Best Western Plus Puyallup Hotel

620 South Hill Park Drive
Puyallup, WA 98373
253.848.1500

Fairfield by Marriott

202 15th Ave SW
Puyallup, WA 98371
253.770.3100

Hampton Inn & Suites

1515 S. Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371
253.770.8880

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

812 So Hill Park Drive
Puyallup, WA 98373
253.848.4900

Dining

Whether it’s familiar favorites, elevated pub fare, or international flavors paired with standout wines, Puyallup’s locally owned restaurants continue to earn praise from diners and reviewers alike.

 

Mazatlan

106 S Meridian

Puyallup, WA 98371 
(253) 604-0032

HG Bistro

1618 E Main Ave
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 845-5747

Perry’s

105 S Meridian Suite A,

Puyallup, WA 98371

(253) 604-7920

Fiesta Taqueria & Tequila Bar

506 N Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 445-6525

Toscano’s Italian Grill

437 29th ST NE
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 864-8600

Mama Stortini’s

3207 E Main Ave
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 845-7569

Powerhouse Restaurant & Brewery

454 E. Main
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 845-1370

Mrs. Turner’s Restaurant & Take Out

701 E. Main Avenue
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 848-7761

The Twisted Kilt

109 S. Meridian

Puyallup, WA
(253) 604-4791

Wicked Pie Pizza

112 South Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 256-4698

Savory & Sweet

201 S. Meridian
(253) 445-5922

Trackside Pizza

201 N Meridian
(253) 845-7367

Crockett’s Public House

118 E. Stewart Avenue
(253) 466-3075

Bourbon Street Bar and Grill

401 S Meridian
(253) 604-4404

The Lazy Ballerina

319 S Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 904-8287

CasKades Craft Beer

106 N Meridian Puyallup, Washington
(253) 256-4210

West Pioneer Grill

109 W Pioneer Ave, Puyallup, WA 98371

(253) 604-4507

Meridian Cafe

Address: 213 N Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371

(253) 604-7612

Anthem Coffee and Tea

210 W Pioneer Ave
(253) 881-1445

The Rose Restaurant

122 W Main
(253) 845-2874

My Lil’ Cube Ramen & Asian Cuisine

402 N Meridian
(253) 840-2158

Dulce Cafe

333 S Meridian, Unit 111
(253) 256-4172

Giorgio’s Greek Café

328 S Meridian
(253) 200-2333

The Forum

208 S Meridian
(253) 445-6677

Charlie’s Restaurant & Lounge

113 E Main
(253) 845-0588

Casa Mia Italian Restaurant

505 N Meridian
(253) 770-0400

 

 

Shopping

A wide range of locally owned and specialty shops can be found in downtown Puyallup, with expanded shopping and dining options, including South Hill Mall, located two miles south on South Meridian.

For more information, please contact: 

Puyallup Main Street Association – or – 

Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce

3rd St. Antiques

201 3rd St. SE
Puyallup, WA 98371

Pioneer Antiques & Accrete Lighting

113 S. Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371

Trove Provisions

115 W Meeker St, Unit B
Puyallup, WA. 98371

The Pink Chandelier

121 W Meeker 
Puyallup, WA 98371

Ashley’s Room Consignment

206 South Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371

Safeway Food & Pharmacy

611 S. Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371

Dog Daze Natural Pet Market

6522 River Road East,

Puyallup, WA 98371

(253) 286-7786

El Rey Grocery Market

111 E. Meeker
Puyallup, WA 98372

Johnson Jewelers

103 South Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371

South Sound Running

115 South Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371

Victoria Sells Antiques

125 S. Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371

Newell Hunt Furniture

113 W. Stewart
Puyallup, WA 98371

Attractions

From historic landmarks to outdoor adventures and family-friendly activities, Puyallup offers something to enjoy in every season. Explore the list below for more information on these attractions, including links to their websites where available.

Liberty Theatre

ManeStage Theatre Company is an independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation funded by ticket sales and the support of volunteers and community contributors. The theater works with hundreds of volunteers each season to produce four musicals and one play, and offer high-quality youth education programs as well as a summer camp program each year. ManeStage Theatre Company was founded by Jay and Brenda Henson who have over 50 years of combined theatre experience.  

116 West Main

Puyallup, WA 98371

(253) 447-7645

The Karshner Museum Center for Culture & Arts

Also known as Paul H. Karshner Memorial Museum, is a natural history museum, founded in 1930 by Dr. and Mrs. Warner Karshner as a lasting memorial for their son, Paul, who died from polio in 1924. Over the years, different displays have featured some of the more than 10,000 artifacts and specimens in the collection. It is one of the only museums owned by a local school district.

309 4th St. NE

Puyallup, WA 98372

(253) 841-8748

Washington State Fair Events Center

The Washington State Fair Event Center is the largest event center in the state. The event center produces five signature events annually, in addition to hosting 125 additional events each year. 

110 9th Avenue SW

Puyallup, WA 98371

 (253) 845-1771

Puyallup Historical Society Meeker Mansion

The restored home of the City of Puyallup’s founder, Ezra Meeker, is a classic Victorian structure that offers guided tours and teas, as well as hosting a variety of events.
312 Spring
Puyallup, WA 98372
(253) 848-1770

Puyallup Historical Fish Hatchery

The Puyallup Fish Hatchery sits on over 80 acres and welcomes visitors year-round during daylight hours.

In 1949, the hatchery opened and began primarily raising trout to supply area lakes for fishing purposes. It is operated by the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife. It was placed on both the State and National Historic registries in 2012, and a non-profit was created to partner with the state to provide watershed education. 

The hatchery now raises over 700,000 Chinook per year to help with salmon recovery, along with Coho and trout.

1416 14th Street SW
Puyallup, WA

(253) 640-1376

City of Puyallup Parks and Recreation

Discover all the parks the City of Puyallup has to offer!

Lakes, ponds, gardens, walking trails — explore scenic parks in the Puyallup area.

808 Valley Avenue NW
Puyallup, WA 98371

Phone: 253-841-5457

Puyallup Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission serves as an advisory board to the Puyallup City Council on the subjects of art and culture in Puyallup. The commission works to further public awareness of and appreciation for fine and performing arts while promoting interest and participation in artistic and cultural endeavors and projects. It advises the City Council as to the acquisition of works of art for public display, and facilitates donations, grants and other support for arts and culture in the community.

Puyallup City Hall
333 South Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371

(253) 841-4321

Fred Oldfield’s Western Heritage & Art Center

Learn the history of the Western lifestyle and advancing Western art through the example set by Fred Oldfield. Gallery, classes, shows, and more.
422 West Meeker
Puyallup, WA 98371

(253) 267-5582

Puyallup Farmers Market

The Puyallup Farmers’ Market is one of the largest farmers’ markets, not only in Washington State but the country. It is open every Saturday from April 18 through October 10. Located in the heart of downtown Puyallup in beautiful Pioneer Park and Pavilion, you’ll find a massive indoor and outdoor marketplace that houses a variety of vendors selling handcrafted and homegrown products that are made in Washington.

 

Events

Puyallup offers an active and engaging community life with events taking place throughout the year. From local art galleries and historic landmarks to family-friendly activities, enjoying seasonal festivals, browsing weekly markets, or experiencing the world-famous Washington State Fair, there are countless opportunities to connect, learn, and have fun.

Washington State Fair

The Washington State Fair Event Center is the largest event center in the state. The event center produces five signature events annually, including the end of summer 20-day Washington State Fair, one of the largest in the country. The 8-day Spring Fair occurs each April as a celebration of the season. In addition to the fairs, the event center produces The Taste Northwest, a food and drink-filled extravaganza in June, Oktoberfest Northwest, the state’s largest Munich-style celebration in October, and Holiday Magic, a festive winter experience in December.

Daffodil Festival

The Daffodil Festival is a historic 93-year-old springtime celebration in Pierce County, Washington, typically held every April. It is most famous for its Grand Floral Parade, which travels through four Pierce County cities—Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner, and Orting—in a single day, as well as a year-long community royalty and leadership program. 

Northwest Sinfonietta Performances

The Northwest Sinfonietta is the Pacific Northwest’s premier professional chamber orchestra. Performing several concerts each season in collaboration with local arts and culture organizations at a variety of venues, it expands the reach and impact of our programs in the community.

Meeker Days

Held annually in mid-June, Meeker Days is Pierce County’s largest free street festival. The three-day event transforms downtown Puyallup with hundreds of vendors, live music, food, family activities, and a celebration of the community’s rich history.

Nearby Attractions

Explore more local organizations and nearby attractions.

Tacoma Art Museum

1701 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA  98402
(253) 272-4258

Washington State Historical Society and History Museum

1911 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402

Pacific Bonsai Museum

2515 S 336TH ST
Federal Way, WA 98063

America’s Car Museum

2702 East D ST
Tacoma, WA 98421

Seattle Art Museum

1300 1ST Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101

Henry Art Museum

15th Avenue & NE 41st ST
Seattle, WA 98195

Frye Art Museum

704 Terry Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

Chihuly Garden & Glass

305 Harrison Street
Seattle, WA 98109

Bellevue Art Museum

510 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA 98004

Museum of Glass

1801 Dock Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 284-4719

Northwest Sinfonietta

917 Pacific Avenue, #405
Tacoma, WA 98402

Marcie Shannon

Marketing/Print Media
My name is Marcie Shannon, and I’m a graphic designer, aspiring photographer, and lover of all things creative. I hold an associate’s degree in digital design and a certificate in social media marketing, both from Pierce College, where I studied at both the Puyallup and Fort Steilacoom campuses. 
 
Creativity is my passion and my strength. While I’ve spent the majority of my career in print media as a graphic designer in the publishing business, I continually seek inspiration beyond the page. One of the ways I stay creatively engaged is by supporting and exploring public art, especially local efforts like Arts Downtown Puyallup’s Public Galleries program. As a Washington state native and ardent nature lover, I deeply appreciate how programs like this bring both natural beauty and artistic expression into our everyday environment, reflecting the unique character of the Pacific Northwest.

John Hopkins

Vice President

I have always appreciated the mission of Arts Downtown. I was involved in the very early days, when the first artists displayed their work. More recently, I coordinated efforts with the Foothills Rails to Trails Coalition for the All Along the Riverwalk event. Additionally, I serve as a board member for the Pierce Conservation District. I believe that board collaborations are beneficial for everyone.

Elizabeth Abbgy

Committee Chair - Membership/Sponsorships

Elizabeth is a dedicated mother, experienced real estate professional, and passionate community leader. She has been a Realtor since 2016, holding both a Managing Broker license and a Real Estate Instructor license. Deeply committed to her profession, she currently serves on the board of the Tacoma-Pierce County Association of Realtors, advocating excellence and integrity in the industry. Elizabeth is also an engaged board member for the Good Samaritan Foundation, supporting healthcare initiatives in her community. Her leadership extends to Rotary, where she is a past president of the Puyallup South Hill Rotary and an active member of the Graham Frederickson Eatonville Rotary.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Elizabeth is a devoted homeschool mom to her two children, a 10-year-old daughter and an 8-year-old son. She and her partner, Damien, an Army veteran, have been together since 2013 and share a deep commitment to family and service. A lifelong animal lover, Elizabeth’s home is filled with a variety of pets, including three dogs, two rabbits, a turtle, a frog, and a bearded dragon. Her love for creativity shines through her passion for upcycling, photography, digital design, and exploring the outdoors with her family.

Elizabeth’s strong sense of community drives her to stay actively involved in local initiatives. She is excited to contribute to the Puyallup Arts Downtown board and help promote arts and culture in the region. Whether through her work in real estate, education, philanthropy, or the arts, Elizabeth brings enthusiasm, leadership, and a heart for service to everything she does.

Paige Johansen

Committee Chair - Indoor Galleries

Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest. Special interest in art, which is why I volunteer with Arts Downtown. Gardening is also an interest, but I do consider it an art form as well. Puyallup is my home, and I find great pleasure in being a part of the art world at home. I so enjoy the outdoor galleries as I walk through town, and consider working with the artist for our indoor galleries a delight. I love their enthusiasm and talent. Hoping some of it will rub off on me.

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Tammy Montevideo

Electronic Media

Shannon Bennett

Board Member

Shannon is a passionate and dedicated public servant currently managing human services programs for the City of Lakewood. In her role, she facilitates the Lakewood’s Promise Advisory Board and the Community Services Advisory Board, and leads community collaboration meetings to strengthen partnerships and address local needs. The role Shannon holds most dear is facilitating the City of Lakewood Youth Council, where she mentors, advocates for, and empowers young people to use their voices to drive positive change and reach their full potential. Before transitioning into human services, Shannon managed affordable housing programs for municipalities in Washington and California, bringing a strong foundation of public policy and community development to her current work.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Shannon enjoys traveling and spending time at home with her husband, Jeff, and their two dogs. On many days, you can see Shannon, Jeff, and their two large dogs walking or riding their bikes through downtown Puyallup, enjoying everything the community has to offer. A deeply engaged community member, Shannon has served as a bridge builder and volunteer at Oasis Youth Center for the past three years, was recently elected to the Puyallup Arts and Culture Commission, and has been accepted as a Puyallup Library volunteer. She hopes to one day support the City of Puyallup in establishing its own Youth Council, sharing her experience and passion for youth empowerment to help expand opportunities for young leaders in her home community.

 

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Becky Condra

Secretary

I have been involved with Arts Downtown for over 15 years. I am a retired elementary school teacher, and I strongly support the power of Art.

Gary Condra

Treasurer

I am new to the Arts Downtown board, but a strong supporter of the Arts. I retired after 20 years in the Army to work for Washington State’s Department of Veterans Affairs for 21 years.

Jeff Martineau

Art Maintenance

Jeff assists Arts Downtown with grant writing and maintenance of the art.

Jeff graduated from Washington State University with a degree in criminal justice.  Jeff has over 20 years of experience in law enforcement. Jeff, who is married to Nicole, is a proud parent of a Puyallup HS Viking student.

District. I believe board collaborations benefit everyone.

Nicole Martineau

President

As an advocate for the arts and a longtime resident of Puyallup, I have seen the impact that creativity and culture can have on a community. From local galleries to public performances, I believe in the power of art to bring people together, inspire growth, and enhance the beauty of our downtown.

Our Board, membership, and volunteers are committed to improving opportunities for artists, enhancing public art installations, organizing community-engaging events, and ensuring that the arts remain a vital part of the downtown experience. Together, we can build a more vibrant, inclusive, and creative future for our city.

I look forward to the opportunity to work alongside all of you to make Arts Downtown Puyallup a dynamic and welcoming place for everyone.