Olympia Harbor Days Festival returns for its 51st year, bringing tugboat racing tradition to Budd Inlet over Labor Day weekend. As the only remaining tugboat race in the Pacific Northwest, the event showcases the region’s maritime heritage with classic tugs like the RW Confer and Chippewa facing off in a friendly but fiercely competitive showdown. Beyond the races, visitors can explore historic vessels, enjoy local food and music, and learn about Olympia’s rich maritime and tribal history. With an estimated 60,000 attendees, Harbor Days is a beloved community tradition celebrating the legacy and camaraderie of tugboat crews and enthusiasts.