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Events coordinated by entities other than the City of Auburn may require a Special Event Permit Application.

Interested in Event Sponsorship? View our 2023 Event Sponsorship Brochure (PDF) for opportunities. Customized packages are available as well. Let us build a package that best suits your needs and budget! Contact us at: [email protected]

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Farmers Market BerriesCelebrate LGBTQ+ Pride at the Auburn Farmers Market with over 40 farm, food, craft vendors, LGBTQ resource vendors, plus live entertainment! 100 free kid kits will be given away at the information  booth. 

Entertainment Schedule:

  • 10:00 AM Mayor Backus Welcome Speech
  • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM classical music performed by Ellinor String Quartet

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Juneteenth Celebration

Les Gove Park, 910 9th St SE Auburn

JuneteenthThe City of Auburn will host a Juneteenth celebration. Juneteenth, an annual holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

The celebration will feature live music, food trucks, inflatable rides for the kids to enjoy and opportunities to support Black businesses.  

Vendor Forms:

Vendor Application

Food Vendor Application

Juneteenth Contract

Contact Information:

Auburn Office of Equity
253-931-3041
Brenda Goodson-Moore, Chief Equity Officer
[email protected]

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Farmers Market FlowersThe Auburn Farmers Market will be open in conjunction with Juneteenth at Les Gove Park. Visit the Market info booth for free seeds to help your garden grow. Shop amongst 40 farm, food, and craft vendors! 

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

11:00AM - 4:00PM

KidsDay

Les Gove Park, 910 9th ST SE, Auburn, WA

Kids Day LogoKids Day

Auburn's KidsDay is the perfect day for any child and the best way to kick-start your summer! Live entertainment, inflatable rides, face painting, a variety of activity/info booths, craft vendor sales, miniature golf, rock climbing wall, ArtRageous hands-on art experiences, large vehicle & equipment display, a variety of food concessions, and much more.   

UW | Valley Medical Center will be offering FREE bike helmet fittings and $10 helmet sales at the festival. (cash preferred). Attendees can enjoy the Super Slide and Bubble Balls for a nominal fee. An ATM Machine will be on-site at the festival.

NOTE - Auburn's KidsDay is geared toward Auburn-area kids as a kick off  to summer and coincides with the end of school calendar for the Auburn School District. 

Leashed, licensed and well-behaved pets welcome.

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

Contact Information
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Farmers Market CherriesJoin us at Les Gove Park with over 40 farm, food, and craft vendors plus live entertainment! Visit the information booth and check out the Estimation jar, make your guess and enter to win a prize!

Entertainment Schedule:

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Cooking Demo by Nutritionist Trish Jones
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Live music performed by Ranger and the Re-Arrangers

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Plants at Farmers MarketPick up goodies for your up-coming family gathering at the Auburn Farmers Market! With over 40 farm, food, and craft vendors  to choose from, there's something for everyone. Stop by the information booth for a free giveaway!

Entertainment Schedule:

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Rainer Audubon Society presentation on native birds and plants
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Live music performed by the Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

11:00AM - 4:00PM

4th of July Festival

Les Gove Park, 910 9th ST SE, Auburn, WA

4th of July Festival Logo

FREE (purchase wristband for $10 unlimited activities)

Celebrate our country's birthday at Les Gove Park. The event includes entertainment on two stages, a variety of craft artists, a car show, inflatable rides, euro-bungee trampolines, train rides and other fun activities for children. The event also offers a rock climbing wall, mini golf, bocce, food concessions, and so much more! Come see for yourself, this naturally shaded park and spray park will keep you cool during the afternoon.

4th of July FestivalWristband sales begin at 10:00 AM.  You can purchase a wristband for $10 for unlimited activities which include all inflatable rides, cyclone swing, bungee trampolines, rock wall, train rides, mini golf, laser tag and balloon art.

Leashed, licensed and well-behaved pets welcome.

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

Contact Information: 
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator

11:00AM - 4:00PM

4th of July Car Show

Les Gove Park, 910 9th ST SE, Auburn, WA

Car Show

Tuesday, July 4

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Les Gove Park

*****Car show participants: please use the entrance off 8th Street SE to enter the Car Show area.

$10 in advance or $20 on event day (if space permits). Advance registration by June 30. Sorry, no registration July 1-3. FREE dash plaque to first 200 paid participants. Awards in 15 categories (PDF).

The Car Show is held in conjunction with Auburn's 4th of July Festival. The event features live entertainment on two stages, children's activities (inflatable rides, train rides, rock wall and more!), food vendors, a variety of craft vendors, bocce, mini golf and much more. 

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

Contact Information:
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator

10:00AM - 4:00PM

Auburn Airport Day

Auburn Municipal Airport - 2143 E Street NE Suite 1, Auburn

Auburn Airport DayPlease join us and bring the whole family!

Come learn more about aviation and the Auburn Airport at this free event while enjoying great food, great company and the chance to be up close and personal with the people, planes and helicopters that make flight possible. Register for a Young Eagles flight online in advance to be one of 200 kids (ages 8 – 17) to fly for free. We look forward to seeing you!

Please visit www.auburnmunicipalairport.com/airport-day for full details.

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Farmers MarketBring your pets to the Auburn Farmers Market for Pets in the Park day! With special pet-related vendors and a pet costume contest! Sign up at the info booth from 10 AM - 12 PM for the 1 PM contest. 

Entertainment Schedule:

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Parrot Presentation by Flight Club Foundation
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Pet Costume Contest

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

12:00PM - 1:00PM

Kids Summerstage

Les Gove Park

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 12 - August 16
12:00 PM
FREE!


Kids SummerstageAn exciting children's outdoor entertainment series that will be LOADS of fun for kiddos and the adults who bring them! Pack up a picnic lunch and enjoy the performances!

This entertainment series will be held at the park shelter beside the Discovery Playground. Bring swimsuits and towels and enjoy the Rotary Spraypark before/after the performances.

*In the event of rain, concerts will be rescheduled, if possible.

2023 Line-up:
  • July 12 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
  • July 19 - Louie Foxx's One Man Side Show - hilarious magic, mixed with goofy stunts.
  • July 26 - Eric Ode - award winning children's singer/songwriter and local favorite!
  • August 2 - Eric Herman & the Puppy Dogs - super cool tunes for kids!
  • August 9 -Matt Baker - hilarious comedy and amazing stunts!
  • August 16 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable interactive magic show.
Contact Information:
Email Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Summer Sounds

Les Gove Park - 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Summer Sounds 2023

FREE

Get out and enjoy a summer evening and listen to some great local Northwest bands on Thursdays this summer! The City of Auburn present Summer Sounds over the course of six weeks at Les Gove Park. Grab a blanket or your favorite lawn chair and come support local musicians and enjoy a wonderful evening.

Here is the lineup:

  • Thursday, July 13: Slim Wizzy - Country, Blues and Rock
  • Thursday, July 20: Ranger & The Re-Arrangers - "Hot Club Swing"
  • Thursday, July 27: Michal Powers – Contemporary Jazz Guitarists and More
  • Thursday, August 3: Auburn Symphony Brass Quintet – Pops Music
  • Thursday, August 10: The Kim Archer Band – Soulful Singer, Songwriter
  • Thursday, August 17: Wally & The Beavs – Rock n Roll Classics

Contact Information:
Email Jim Kleinbeck, Arts Program Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Farmers Market FruitBring the family down to the Auburn Farmers Market featuring over 40 farm, food, and craft vendors plus live entertainment! 100 free kid kits will be given away at the information booth. 

Entertainment Schedule:

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Musical performance by a quintet from the Auburn Symphony Orchestra

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

12:00PM - 1:00PM

Kids Summerstage

Les Gove Park

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 12 - August 16
12:00 PM
FREE!


Kids SummerstageAn exciting children's outdoor entertainment series that will be LOADS of fun for kiddos and the adults who bring them! Pack up a picnic lunch and enjoy the performances!

This entertainment series will be held at the park shelter beside the Discovery Playground. Bring swimsuits and towels and enjoy the Rotary Spraypark before/after the performances.

*In the event of rain, concerts will be rescheduled, if possible.

2023 Line-up:
  • July 12 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
  • July 19 - Louie Foxx's One Man Side Show - hilarious magic, mixed with goofy stunts.
  • July 26 - Eric Ode - award winning children's singer/songwriter and local favorite!
  • August 2 - Eric Herman & the Puppy Dogs - super cool tunes for kids!
  • August 9 -Matt Baker - hilarious comedy and amazing stunts!
  • August 16 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable interactive magic show.
Contact Information:
Email Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Summer Sounds

Les Gove Park - 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Summer Sounds 2023

FREE

Get out and enjoy a summer evening and listen to some great local Northwest bands on Thursdays this summer! The City of Auburn present Summer Sounds over the course of six weeks at Les Gove Park. Grab a blanket or your favorite lawn chair and come support local musicians and enjoy a wonderful evening.

Here is the lineup:

  • Thursday, July 13: Slim Wizzy - Country, Blues and Rock
  • Thursday, July 20: Ranger & The Re-Arrangers - "Hot Club Swing"
  • Thursday, July 27: Michal Powers – Contemporary Jazz Guitarists and More
  • Thursday, August 3: Auburn Symphony Brass Quintet – Pops Music
  • Thursday, August 10: The Kim Archer Band – Soulful Singer, Songwriter
  • Thursday, August 17: Wally & The Beavs – Rock n Roll Classics

Contact Information:
Email Jim Kleinbeck, Arts Program Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Photos of berries BERRY excited for the Auburn Farmers Market featuring over 40 farm, food, and craft vendors plus live entertainment! Visit the information booth and check out the Estimation jar, make your guess and enter to win a prize!

Entertainment Schedule:

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Live music performed by Larry Murante

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

12:00PM - 1:00PM

Kids Summerstage

Les Gove Park

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 12 - August 16
12:00 PM
FREE!


Kids SummerstageAn exciting children's outdoor entertainment series that will be LOADS of fun for kiddos and the adults who bring them! Pack up a picnic lunch and enjoy the performances!

This entertainment series will be held at the park shelter beside the Discovery Playground. Bring swimsuits and towels and enjoy the Rotary Spraypark before/after the performances.

*In the event of rain, concerts will be rescheduled, if possible.

2023 Line-up:
  • July 12 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
  • July 19 - Louie Foxx's One Man Side Show - hilarious magic, mixed with goofy stunts.
  • July 26 - Eric Ode - award winning children's singer/songwriter and local favorite!
  • August 2 - Eric Herman & the Puppy Dogs - super cool tunes for kids!
  • August 9 -Matt Baker - hilarious comedy and amazing stunts!
  • August 16 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable interactive magic show.
Contact Information:
Email Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Summer Sounds

Les Gove Park - 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Summer Sounds 2023

FREE

Get out and enjoy a summer evening and listen to some great local Northwest bands on Thursdays this summer! The City of Auburn present Summer Sounds over the course of six weeks at Les Gove Park. Grab a blanket or your favorite lawn chair and come support local musicians and enjoy a wonderful evening.

Here is the lineup:

  • Thursday, July 13: Slim Wizzy - Country, Blues and Rock
  • Thursday, July 20: Ranger & The Re-Arrangers - "Hot Club Swing"
  • Thursday, July 27: Michal Powers – Contemporary Jazz Guitarists and More
  • Thursday, August 3: Auburn Symphony Brass Quintet – Pops Music
  • Thursday, August 10: The Kim Archer Band – Soulful Singer, Songwriter
  • Thursday, August 17: Wally & The Beavs – Rock n Roll Classics

Contact Information:
Email Jim Kleinbeck, Arts Program Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

9:10PM - 11:00PM

Friday Night Flick

Lea Hill Park, 31693 124th Ave SE

Summer SoundsBlockbuster movies viewed outdoors on a 50' inflatable movie screen will make Friday nights in Auburn a real treat for the whole family! Pack some chairs and movie treats and join us with a group of friends for an outdoor movie experience. 

2023 SCHEDULE:

Friday, July 28, 2023

  • Lea Hill Park, 31693 124th Ave SE
    • 9:10 PM Movie: Minions: The Rise of Gru (PG)

Friday, August 4, 2023

  • Sunset Park, 1420 69th Street SE
    • 9:00 PM Movie: Turning Red (PG)

Friday, August 11, 2023

  • Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE
  • This event is held in conjunction with the Almost 5K Poker Fun Run and Walk. The schedule of events is below:
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Live Concert featuring Catch A Wave, Disneyland's premier Beach Boys Tribute Band
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Poker Fun Run
    • 8:45 PM - 10:45 PM: Movie - Top Gun: Maverick (PG-13)

Contact Information
Email: Kristy Pachciarz 
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Farmers Market CornCheck out the Auburn Farmers Market with over 40 farm, food, and craft vendors plus live entertainment! Pick up a FREE Market t-shirt at the information booth. Various sizes available while supplies last.

Entertainment Schedule:

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Japanese Drumming performance by Dekoboko Taiko 
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Cooking Demo by Nutritionist Trish Jones

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

12:00PM - 1:00PM

Kids Summerstage

Les Gove Park

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 12 - August 16
12:00 PM
FREE!


Kids SummerstageAn exciting children's outdoor entertainment series that will be LOADS of fun for kiddos and the adults who bring them! Pack up a picnic lunch and enjoy the performances!

This entertainment series will be held at the park shelter beside the Discovery Playground. Bring swimsuits and towels and enjoy the Rotary Spraypark before/after the performances.

*In the event of rain, concerts will be rescheduled, if possible.

2023 Line-up:
  • July 12 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
  • July 19 - Louie Foxx's One Man Side Show - hilarious magic, mixed with goofy stunts.
  • July 26 - Eric Ode - award winning children's singer/songwriter and local favorite!
  • August 2 - Eric Herman & the Puppy Dogs - super cool tunes for kids!
  • August 9 -Matt Baker - hilarious comedy and amazing stunts!
  • August 16 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable interactive magic show.
Contact Information:
Email Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Summer Sounds

Les Gove Park - 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Summer Sounds 2023

FREE

Get out and enjoy a summer evening and listen to some great local Northwest bands on Thursdays this summer! The City of Auburn present Summer Sounds over the course of six weeks at Les Gove Park. Grab a blanket or your favorite lawn chair and come support local musicians and enjoy a wonderful evening.

Here is the lineup:

  • Thursday, July 13: Slim Wizzy - Country, Blues and Rock
  • Thursday, July 20: Ranger & The Re-Arrangers - "Hot Club Swing"
  • Thursday, July 27: Michal Powers – Contemporary Jazz Guitarists and More
  • Thursday, August 3: Auburn Symphony Brass Quintet – Pops Music
  • Thursday, August 10: The Kim Archer Band – Soulful Singer, Songwriter
  • Thursday, August 17: Wally & The Beavs – Rock n Roll Classics

Contact Information:
Email Jim Kleinbeck, Arts Program Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

9:00PM - 11:00PM

Friday Night Flick

Sunset Park, 1420 69th Street SE

Summer SoundsBlockbuster movies viewed outdoors on a 50' inflatable movie screen will make Friday nights in Auburn a real treat for the whole family! Pack some chairs and movie treats and join us with a group of friends for an outdoor movie experience. 

2023 SCHEDULE:

Friday, July 28, 2023

  • Lea Hill Park, 31693 124th Ave SE
    • 9:10 PM Movie: Minions: The Rise of Gru (PG)

Friday, August 4, 2023

  • Sunset Park, 1420 69th Street SE
    • 9:00 PM Movie: Turning Red (PG)

Friday, August 11, 2023

  • Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE
  • This event is held in conjunction with the Almost 5K Poker Fun Run and Walk. The schedule of events is below:
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Live Concert featuring Catch A Wave, Disneyland's premier Beach Boys Tribute Band
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Poker Fun Run
    • 8:45 PM - 10:45 PM: Movie - Top Gun: Maverick (PG-13)

Contact Information
Email: Kristy Pachciarz 
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Farmers MarketKick off National Farmers Market week in Auburn with over 40 farm, food, and craft vendors plus the annual Chili Cook-Off! Visit the information booth for a free Market mug.

Entertainment Schedule:

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Chili Cook-Off between Auburn Police Department and Valley Regional Fire Authority. Free to taste, donations welcome. All proceeds benefit the Auburn Food Bank

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

12:00PM - 1:00PM

Kids Summerstage

Les Gove Park

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 12 - August 16
12:00 PM
FREE!


Kids SummerstageAn exciting children's outdoor entertainment series that will be LOADS of fun for kiddos and the adults who bring them! Pack up a picnic lunch and enjoy the performances!

This entertainment series will be held at the park shelter beside the Discovery Playground. Bring swimsuits and towels and enjoy the Rotary Spraypark before/after the performances.

*In the event of rain, concerts will be rescheduled, if possible.

2023 Line-up:
  • July 12 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
  • July 19 - Louie Foxx's One Man Side Show - hilarious magic, mixed with goofy stunts.
  • July 26 - Eric Ode - award winning children's singer/songwriter and local favorite!
  • August 2 - Eric Herman & the Puppy Dogs - super cool tunes for kids!
  • August 9 -Matt Baker - hilarious comedy and amazing stunts!
  • August 16 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable interactive magic show.
Contact Information:
Email Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Summer Sounds

Les Gove Park - 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Summer Sounds 2023

FREE

Get out and enjoy a summer evening and listen to some great local Northwest bands on Thursdays this summer! The City of Auburn present Summer Sounds over the course of six weeks at Les Gove Park. Grab a blanket or your favorite lawn chair and come support local musicians and enjoy a wonderful evening.

Here is the lineup:

  • Thursday, July 13: Slim Wizzy - Country, Blues and Rock
  • Thursday, July 20: Ranger & The Re-Arrangers - "Hot Club Swing"
  • Thursday, July 27: Michal Powers – Contemporary Jazz Guitarists and More
  • Thursday, August 3: Auburn Symphony Brass Quintet – Pops Music
  • Thursday, August 10: The Kim Archer Band – Soulful Singer, Songwriter
  • Thursday, August 17: Wally & The Beavs – Rock n Roll Classics

Contact Information:
Email Jim Kleinbeck, Arts Program Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

6:30PM - 11:00PM

Friday Night Flick

Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE

Summer SoundsBlockbuster movies viewed outdoors on a 50' inflatable movie screen will make Friday nights in Auburn a real treat for the whole family! Pack some chairs and movie treats and join us with a group of friends for an outdoor movie experience. 

2023 SCHEDULE:

Friday, July 28, 2023

  • Lea Hill Park, 31693 124th Ave SE
    • 9:10 PM Movie: Minions: The Rise of Gru (PG)

Friday, August 4, 2023

  • Sunset Park, 1420 69th Street SE
    • 9:00 PM Movie: Turning Red (PG)

Friday, August 11, 2023

  • Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE
  • This event is held in conjunction with the Almost 5K Poker Fun Run and Walk. The schedule of events is below:
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Live Concert featuring Catch A Wave, Disneyland's premier Beach Boys Tribute Band
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Poker Fun Run
    • 8:45 PM - 10:45 PM: Movie - Top Gun: Maverick (PG-13)

Contact Information
Email: Kristy Pachciarz 
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

7:00PM - 8:30PM

Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk

Les Gove Park - 910 9th ST SE, Auburn, WA

Poker RunThe Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk is an in-person fun run perfect for all ages and abilities! 

REGISTRATION FEE
$12 Early Registration Fee by July 14, 2023

$15 Registration Fee from July 15 - August 9, 2023

$20 On-Site Registration Fee on August 11, 2023

Sorry, no registrations accepted August 10, 2023.
 
Onsite registrations accepted on Friday, August 11, 2023 beginning at 6 PM.

Early registration includes a t-shirt and participation medal. Payment must accompany registration.

Online Registration

ROUTE

The Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk is an easy run around Les Gove Park. This fun run will utilize the big loop at Les Gove Park. Five loops around is “almost” a 5K (short of a 5K by 1,138 feet). For each lap around the loop, participants will stop, choose a card, and try to get the best poker hand with the five cards drawn. 

RULES OF PARTICIPATION & AWARDS

  • The route will be open  from 7 PM - 8:30 PM 
  • Participants must draw 5 cards total, one upon completion of each large loop at Les Gove Park, to create their final poker hand  
  • Strollers are welcome on the course (please note, children not pushed in a stroller must be a paying participant in the race).
  • Awards will be distributed to the top 8 poker hands
  • Awards will be announced the following Monday via email and social media 
  • Parking information and more details will be emailed to participants the week of the event.
  • Participants should not attend the event if they feel sick, or believe they may have been exposed to COVID-19. Should this be the case, you can make arrangements to pick-up your packet at a later time.  

Friday, August 11 Schedule:

  • 6 PM - on-site participant check in opens
  • 7 PM - Poker Run begins
  • 8:30 PM - Poker Run closes

Winning poker hands announced Monday, August 14, 2023 via email and social media.

Interested in Sponsoring? 

Check out our Sponsorship Packages (PDF)

For questions contact Amanda Valdez 253-931-3043
10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Watermelon Farmers Market The Auburn Farmers Market hosts a variety of farm, food, and craft vendors plus live entertainment! 100 free kid kits will be given away at the info booth.

 

Entertainment Schedule:

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Gardening presentation by Marianne Binetti
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Live music by the Jazz Misfits

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

12:00PM - 1:00PM

Kids Summerstage

Les Gove Park

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 12 - August 16
12:00 PM
FREE!


Kids SummerstageAn exciting children's outdoor entertainment series that will be LOADS of fun for kiddos and the adults who bring them! Pack up a picnic lunch and enjoy the performances!

This entertainment series will be held at the park shelter beside the Discovery Playground. Bring swimsuits and towels and enjoy the Rotary Spraypark before/after the performances.

*In the event of rain, concerts will be rescheduled, if possible.

2023 Line-up:
  • July 12 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
  • July 19 - Louie Foxx's One Man Side Show - hilarious magic, mixed with goofy stunts.
  • July 26 - Eric Ode - award winning children's singer/songwriter and local favorite!
  • August 2 - Eric Herman & the Puppy Dogs - super cool tunes for kids!
  • August 9 -Matt Baker - hilarious comedy and amazing stunts!
  • August 16 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable interactive magic show.
Contact Information:
Email Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

6:30PM - 8:00PM

Summer Sounds

Les Gove Park - 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Summer Sounds 2023

FREE

Get out and enjoy a summer evening and listen to some great local Northwest bands on Thursdays this summer! The City of Auburn present Summer Sounds over the course of six weeks at Les Gove Park. Grab a blanket or your favorite lawn chair and come support local musicians and enjoy a wonderful evening.

Here is the lineup:

  • Thursday, July 13: Slim Wizzy - Country, Blues and Rock
  • Thursday, July 20: Ranger & The Re-Arrangers - "Hot Club Swing"
  • Thursday, July 27: Michal Powers – Contemporary Jazz Guitarists and More
  • Thursday, August 3: Auburn Symphony Brass Quintet – Pops Music
  • Thursday, August 10: The Kim Archer Band – Soulful Singer, Songwriter
  • Thursday, August 17: Wally & The Beavs – Rock n Roll Classics

Contact Information:
Email Jim Kleinbeck, Arts Program Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Photo at Farmers MarketHead on down to the Auburn Farmers Market! Over 40 farm, food, and craft vendors plus live entertainment! Visit the information booth and check out the Estimation Jar, make your guess and enter to win a prize!

Entertainment Schedule:

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Acapella performance by Sound Harmony

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Berries at Famers MarketVisit the Auburn Farmers Market with over 40 farm, food, and craft vendors plus live entertainment!

Entertainment Schedule:

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Cooking Demo by Nutritionist Trish Jones

 

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Vegetables at Market It's Vendor Appreciation Day at the Auburn Farmers Market. Show your support for your favorite vendors. Make a thank you card at the info booth or give thanks in-person!

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Farmers Market Bee PollenOnly two markets left of the 2023 season! Shop your favorite Washington grown fruits, veggies, foods, crafts and more. 100 Kid kits will be given away at the information booth!

 

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Auburn Farmers Market

Les Gove Park - 1140 Auburn Way S

Photo at Farmers MarketLast day of the 2023 season. Stock up for fall and say farewell to the farm, food, and craft vendors. 

Entertainment Schedule:

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Live music by Steven Fisher

 

The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market webpage.

1:00PM - 5:00PM

Halloween Harvest Festival and Les Gove Park Trunk-or-Treat

The REC, 910 Ninth Street SE, Auburn, WA

Halloween Festival

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Les Gove Park, The REC and Auburn Community & Event Center

910 Ninth Street SE 

Join us at our Halloween Harvest Festival and Les Gove Park Truck-or-Treat for kids ages 2-10 and their families.

This fun-filled fall afternoon will include games, cauldrons of punch and a fun Trunk-or-Treat experience around the trail at Les Gove Park. Your little goblin will not want to miss this event! Bring a can of food for admission to support the Auburn Food Bank. 

Looking to participate with a truck from your organization?
Participating trunks can register for free but must provide giveaways and/or treats for the youth participants visiting the event. Participants may also provide informational materials about their programs. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative (fun, not scary) trunk. Participating organizations are also encouraged to dress up in costumes appropriate for a 2-10 year-old audience. The youth attending the event will Trunk-or-Treat around the path in Les Gove Park and enjoy outdoor music and fun.

Trunk-or-Treat Vendor Application (online)

Food Vendor Application (PDF)

2023 Sponsorship Opportunities (PDF)

For more information email [email protected] or call 253-931-3043.

11:00AM - 2:00PM

Auburn's 58th Annual Veterans Parade & Observance

Main Street

Auburn, Washington is typically designated by the Veterans Day National Committee and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Regional Site for the celebration of Veterans Day. The City of Auburn is proud to be a Vietnam War Commemorative Partner and considers it an honor and privilege to host this annual event. Auburn has hosted the Veterans Parade since 1965. Now in its 58th year, the parade has grown into one of the largest parades of its kind in the United States of America.

The purpose of Auburn's Veterans Parade & Observance is to positively focus on honoring our country's veterans and active military personnel. Through our parade, we focus recognition on congressionally-recognized Veteran Service Organizations and their auxiliaries, the military and military reserve, National Guard and ROTC. The goals and purposes of Auburn's Veterans Parade & Observance are to give honor to our country's veterans and to their military missions of defending freedom around the world. 

We are currently planning for the 58th annual Veterans Parade to be held in Auburn on Saturday, November 11, 2023 starting at 11:00 AM. The parade typically boasts over 200 units and nearly 6,000 parade participants, including 25+ marching bands, military vehicles, veterans' units, honor guards and more.

The parade route travels along Main Street from E Street to A Street NW/SW.  

Other related activities include: 

Saturday, November 11
Community Breakfast
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth Street SE

Purchase tickets early for this year's Veterans Parade Community Breakfast, held on Saturday, November 5 from 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM at the Auburn Senior Activity Center. The breakfast is $10/person and includes pancakes, eggs, ham, juice or coffee. The breakfast is co-sponsored by the American Legion Auburn Post #78 and the City of Auburn.

Saturday, November 11
Remembrance Ceremony and Lighting of the Flame
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Veterans Memorial Park, 411 E Street SE

The flame is lit and guarded through the night at the memorial at Veterans Memorial Park. Wreath placement, rifle salute, prayers and taps encompass this ceremony held prior to the parade. 

Saturday, November 11
Auburn VFW Post 1741 Open House
12:00 PM
Auburn VFW, 130 W Main Street

This Open House is exclusively for Veterans and Active Duty Personnel. Come mix, meet and mingle with fellow Veterans! Food and refreshments will be served. 

Saturday, November 11
Auburn Veterans Day Marching Band Competition
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Auburn Memorial Stadium, 801 Fourth Street NE

One of the most prestigious band competitions in the State! Watch the 25+ bands in the parade, then look on as they compete in the Field Competition later in the afternoon at Auburn Memorial Stadium. Admission charged for Field Competition. 

Saturday, November 11
Auburn Noon Lions Veterans Luncheon
1:30 PM (doors open at 1:00 PM)
Merrill Gardens of Auburn, 18 First Street SE

The lunch program honors our Veterans, with special recognition given to our Dignitaries in attendance. The Governor's Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee's Outstanding Service to Veterans Award Recipients will be honored at the lunch, along with other special presentations. The luncheon is co-sponsored by the Auburn Noon Lions and the City of Auburn.

 "Our Heroes | Our Parade" Banner Tribute Program

This program was created to recognize and pay tribute to the brave men and women in Auburn who are serving, have served, or have given their life to our country in the United States Armed Forces. It also provides an opportunity for individuals, businesses and Veteran Service Organizations to support those who served by sponsoring a banner in downtown Auburn. The City will begin accepting applications in July of 2023.

Take some time to thank a Veteran for their service and sacrifice.

Official Forms and Helpful Information:

There is absolutely no parade parking in local business' parking lots. Please be courteous when parking in the areas surrounding the parade route. 

For dining and lodging information, please visit www.exploreauburn.com.

Contact Information:
Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
253-931-3043   


Veterans Parade 1

Veterans Parade 2

Veterans Parade 4

8:30AM - 12:30PM

Breakfast with Santa

Auburn Community and Event Center, 910 9th ST SE, Auburn, WA

Image of child dressed as elf sitting on Santa's lapJoin us for a holiday Breakfast with Santa!  
Breakfast will be served by Santa elves at two breakfasts, one beginning at 8:30am and one beginning at 11am.  You will also enjoy special entertainment. 

All Ages.
Pre-registration is required.
Space is limited.

Location:  Auburn Community & Events Center

Children Prices TBA
Saturday, Dec 2, 8:30-10a
Saturday, Dec 2, 11a-12:30p

Adult Prices TBA
Saturday, Dec 2, 8:30-10a
Saturday, Dec 2, 11a-12:30p

Reservations by calling: 
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043

4:30PM - 5:30PM

Lighted Santa Parade & Tree Lighting

Main Street, Auburn, WA

Saturday, December 2
Schedule of Events

  • 3:30 PM.........Parade line up begins at Auburn High School
  • 4:00 PM........Live music at City Hall
  • 4:30 PM.........Parade begins
  • After the parade ends
    • Tree Lighting & Visit from Santa
    • Live music at City Hall

City of Auburn's Lighted Santa Parade!

Parade entry

From Auburn High School to City Hall, lighted entries will fill Main Street with holiday joy!   

Beginning at 4:30 PM the parade will feature lighted vehicles, floats, cars, and walking entries. All community, families, non-profits, and businesses are welcome to participate.

All entries wishing to participate in the parade must register in advance by Wednesday, November 29, 2023. 

All entries must have a lighted element.

  • Parade Registration
  • Parade Route Map (PDF) coming soon...
  • Street Closures (PDF) coming soon...
  • All entries must adhere to the Rules & Regulations (PDF) coming soon...

Join us for live music before and after the City of Auburn parade at City Hall. Then watch as the community brings out their lighted holiday parade entries! We'll wrap up the event with the annual tree lighting at City hall plus a visit from Santa. 


TREE LIGHTING

Santa

Santa is looking for a special helper to light the tree in front of City Hall. Nominate a well-deserving child between the ages of 5 and 9 to be Santa's Helper on December 2, 2023.

Nomination form

Nominations will be accepted through November 8, 2023. 

We will only accept one nomination per child.

For questions contact
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
Amanda Valdez, Special Events and Farmers Market Coordinator

7:00AM - 7:00PM

Gingerbread Contest

Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth ST SE, Auburn, WA

FREE - This fun event celebrates the holidays and brings the community together to see what Auburn can build! 15 Gingerbread structures will be on display at the Auburn Community & Events Center! 

Enter the Contest

2023 Gingerbread Application

Gingerbread Contest Rules (PDF)

VOTING

  • Voting will be open December 4 - 16, 2023
  • Vote during normal business hours at the Auburn Community & Events Center.
  • Open Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 7:00 PM & Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
  • There are two categories to vote in, youth and adult.

Based on votes from the public, a winner will be announced on Monday, December 18, 2023.

Interested in Sponsoring?

Check out the sponsorship opportunities (PDF) coming soon...

2022 Contest Winners

Adult winner

Youth Winner

Questions? Contact Amanda Valdez or call 253-931-3043. 

7:00AM - 7:00PM

Gingerbread Contest

Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth ST SE, Auburn, WA

FREE - This fun event celebrates the holidays and brings the community together to see what Auburn can build! 15 Gingerbread structures will be on display at the Auburn Community & Events Center! 

Enter the Contest

2023 Gingerbread Application

Gingerbread Contest Rules (PDF)

VOTING

  • Voting will be open December 4 - 16, 2023
  • Vote during normal business hours at the Auburn Community & Events Center.
  • Open Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 7:00 PM & Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
  • There are two categories to vote in, youth and adult.

Based on votes from the public, a winner will be announced on Monday, December 18, 2023.

Interested in Sponsoring?

Check out the sponsorship opportunities (PDF) coming soon...

2022 Contest Winners

Adult winner

Youth Winner

Questions? Contact Amanda Valdez or call 253-931-3043.