A celebration of the 253’s creative spirit through film, photography, and story.
“Flowers For My City” is a call to action: to celebrate instead of compete, to recognize instead of criticize, and to give flowers to the people who make the 253 what it is. It’s about leading with love and working together so our arts, food, and shared experiences continue to thrive.
Every piece, every conversation, and every moment is designed to make Tacoma pause and reflect:
What does giving flowers mean to you?
Each year, the ten captures the pulse of Tacoma through storytelling.
This year’s film, “Flowers for My City,” is an unfiltered love letter to the 253. It's bold, real, and deeply human.
Through pop-up street performances, gritty pickup games, and honest reviews, we highlight the artists, organizers, dreamers, and everyday people who show up for this city in big and small ways.
Expect raw emotion, powerful imagery, and a message that lingers: Tacoma’s strength is its people — and it’s time we give them their flowers.
the film
the book
The Flowers for My City Yearbook is part documentary,
part keepsake. It's a visual anthology of the campaign’s featured collaborators and stories that have happened throughout the year.
This year’s book expands the narrative, pairing intimate portraits with handwritten reflections, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of the film
and campaign.
Each page honors those who make Tacoma bloom, from the local legends to the quiet but necessary contributors.
It’s not just something to flip through. It’s something to feel.
Join us for the ten
2025 Premiere Event: Flowers for My City.
An immersive celebration of Tacoma’s creativity, culture, and community.
Here's Your Invite
The Film Premiere
A cinematic debut that captures
the soul of the 253.
The Book Launch
First access to this year’s
limited-edition publication.The Merch Drop
Be the first to get your limited-run Flowers for My City apparel
and collectibles.The Experience
Interactive elements, live performances, and surprise moments that move you.
12/05 | 6PM | 7 Seas
Come ready to feel, connect, and celebrate the city
we all call home. RSVP now and be part of the moment
that everyone in Tacoma will be talking about.
Featured Collaborators
We've partnered with a powerful mix of community creators, leaders, and doers who embody the spirit of the city. Our 2025 collaborators represent art, music, food, business, and culture.
They are the voices breathing life into the 253.
Together, they’ve helped shape “Flowers for My City” into a love letter written by many hands, and they’ll take the stage (on screen and in the book) to remind us what happens when we lift each other up instead of tearing each other down.
