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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 2025 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]

12:30PM - 3:00PM

Santa Parade Cookie, Cocoa, Craft

Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave

Santa Parade Cookies, Cocoa, CraftGet your craft on at Postmark Center for the Arts prior to Auburn’s Santa Parade & Tree Lighting festivities!

Alongside all the fun happening downtown on Saturday, December 7, Postmark will be offering two different holiday arts crafts accompanied by warm cocoa and delicious cookies. Register to drop in any time between 12:30-3:00 PM to make and take your crafts.

Each individual must register to craft and have a cookie and cocoa.

Ages: 5+
Registration: $5
Instructor: Postmark Staff

Register Now!

4:30PM - 5:30PM

Lighted Santa Parade & Tree Lighting

Main Street, Auburn, WA

Saturday, December 7
Schedule of Events

  • 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM........Cookies, Cocoa, and Craft at the Postmark$5 per person
  • 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM.........Photo op at Explore Auburn, FREE
  • 3:30 PM.........Parade line up begins at Auburn High School
  • 4:00 PM........Live music at City Hall, FREE
  • 4:30 PM.........Parade begins, FREE
  • After the parade ends
    • Tree Lighting & Visit from Santa, FREE
    • Live music at City Hall, FREE
  • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM.......Photos with Santa at Rail Hop'n Brewery, $15 for 1 printed 4x6 with holiday frame

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 5 PM on Friday, November 29, 2024. 

All entries must have a lighted element.

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. 

Explore Auburn will be offering a free festive photo opportunity for you and your parade going group along with candy canes and swag before the Santa Parade.
Location: 268 E Main Streetpictures with santa
Time: 3:00pm- 4:30pm
Cost:
Free

Auburn Downtown Cooperative will be hosting pictures with Santa!
Location: 
Rail Hop'n Brewery, 131 East Main Street
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cost:
$15 
Questions about Santa Photos? Contact Auburn Downtown Cooperative

 


TREE LIGHTING

Santa

Santa is looking for a special helper to light the tree in front of City Hall. A well-deserving child, that lives within the Auburn City limits, and is between the ages of 5 and 9, will be randomly selected to be Santa's Helper on December 7, 2023. 

Nominations were accepted through 5 PM on Wednesday, November 6, 2024; and are now closed.

The 2024 Tree Lighter is Elijah Olvera!

Check out the video of Mayor Backus making the official announcement. 

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 & Events Center, 910 Ninth ST SE

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

**We have reached our max capacity for entries for 2024. Contestants registering after 11/12/2024 will be placed on a waitlist. 

Gingerbread Contest Rules (PDF)

VOTING

  • Voting will be open December 4 - 18, 2024
  • Vote during Auburn Community & Events Center's normal business hours,
    • Monday through Thursday, 7 AM - 8 PM
    • Fridays, 7 AM - 7 PM
    • Saturdays, 9 AM  - 12 PM
    • Hours may vary the week of December 16
  • There are two categories to vote in, youth and adult.

Based on votes from the public, a winner will be announced on Thursday, December 19, 2024. 

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

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's elves at two breakfasts, one beginning at 8:30 AM and one beginning at 11:00 AM.  You will also enjoy special entertainment. 

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

Location:  Auburn Community & Events Center

Children $12 for residents/$15 for non-residents
Saturday, December 14, 8:30 AM-10:00 AM CHILD: 58842
Saturday, December 14, 11:00 AM-12:30 PM CHILD: 58843

Adults $13 for residents/$16 for non-residents
Saturday, December 14, 8:30 AM-10:00 AM ADULT: 58844
Saturday, December 14, 11:00 AM-12:30 PM ADULT: 58845

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

7:00AM - 7:00PM

Gingerbread Contest

Auburn Community & Events Center, 910 Ninth ST SE

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

**We have reached our max capacity for entries for 2024. Contestants registering after 11/12/2024 will be placed on a waitlist. 

Gingerbread Contest Rules (PDF)

VOTING

  • Voting will be open December 4 - 18, 2024
  • Vote during Auburn Community & Events Center's normal business hours,
    • Monday through Thursday, 7 AM - 8 PM
    • Fridays, 7 AM - 7 PM
    • Saturdays, 9 AM  - 12 PM
    • Hours may vary the week of December 16
  • There are two categories to vote in, youth and adult.

Based on votes from the public, a winner will be announced on Thursday, December 19, 2024. 

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

9:00AM - 12:00PM

Love Run

Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth ST SE

Love Run logo

The Almost 5K Love Run & Walk is an in-person fun run, part of our new Almost 5k, Always Fun Run Series. The Love Run & Walk is perfect for all ages and abilities! Join us for this fun event as we kick off American Heart Month.

Early registration includes a t-shirt.

The Almost 5K Love 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). Community Vendors will be onsite to share information on American Heart Month. Activities will keep the festivities going after you've completed your laps.

Registration closes January 30 (t-shirt sizes guaranteed through Jan 10).

Early Registration Fee: $13 until January 30, 2024
On-Site Registration Fee: $20 on February 1, 2024

Register Online

Questions? 
Contact Kjerstin Lange or call 253-931-3043
Almost 5K series logo

8:00AM - 8:00PM

Peter Cotton Trail

various parks and trails - see below

Friday, April 18 - Monday, April 21, 2025 

Hop around Auburn's parks and trails in search of the elusive bunny who'll be hidden in various locations around Auburn. Find the bunny, have a chance to win prizes and have a blast doing it! This will be a fun and safe event for families, seniors, our specialized recreation community or anyone looking for an opportunity to get outside and get active in an outdoor setting.

Here's how it works:

  1. Print the Bunny Scorecard (PDF), if you wish, or bring something on your search to track your bunnies such as a notepad and pen, smartphone or tablet. Note: you do NOT need to email scorecards. Submit details on the On-line Scorecard Submission Form (available beginning April 18). Printed scorecards (for tracking purposes only) will also be available, beginning April 14 during normal business hours at: 
    • Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth Street SE, available 24/7 in a pamphlet holder April 14 - April 21
    • White River Valley Museum, 918 H Street SE

  2. On Thursday, April 17 at 8:00 PM, we will release a list of parks where bunnies are hiding.  Note: for those of you with special needs two of the parks will have more accessible bunnies which are in view from the trail/path to accommodate wheelchairs, strollers and wagons.

  3. ExampleAll bunnies will look like this example bunny image. Bunnies are approximately 12" tall. Each bunny has a unique number. Please don't take the bunnies so everyone can enjoy this activity. Please don't move the bunnies so we can keep them safe from mowers and other maintenance equipment.

  4. Search for bunnies during park hours, April 18 - April 21. You will need to find a minimum of ten bunnies. In most cases, you may need to visit two or more parks to complete your scorecard. Print our scorecard or bring something to track your bunnies.

  5. Complete the On-line Bunny Scorecard Submission Form. The on-line scorecard will contain contact information and 10 spaces to indicate the bunnies that you found. There will also be the opportunity to share photos or comments with us. We enjoy hearing from you! The on-line scorecard will be available until 11:59 PM on Monday, April 21. Sorry, no late entries. 

  6. Each person who participates must submit their own scorecard. Adults are welcome to play too! Duplicate entries will be deleted. 

  7. Winners will be selected at random and emailed by April 25.

Prizes include the following items:

  • Four (4) Auburn Golf Course Gift Cards ($100 value each)
  • Eight (8) Make & Take Kits (compliments of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation's MakerSpace)
  • Two (2) Family Four Packs of BRAVO tickets (compliments of Auburn Parks, Arts, & Recreation) 
  • Check back - more prizes to come!

***Prizes must be picked up at the Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth Street SE.

MORE INFORMATION:

Peter Cotton Trail Sponsor Commitment Form (PDF)

Peter Cotton Trail Partnership Commitment Form (PDF)

Peter Cotton Trail Event Supporter Commitment Form (PDF)


Contact Information:
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
[email protected]
253-931-3043

8:00AM - 8:00PM

Peter Cotton Trail

various parks and trails - see below

Friday, April 18 - Monday, April 21, 2025 

Hop around Auburn's parks and trails in search of the elusive bunny who'll be hidden in various locations around Auburn. Find the bunny, have a chance to win prizes and have a blast doing it! This will be a fun and safe event for families, seniors, our specialized recreation community or anyone looking for an opportunity to get outside and get active in an outdoor setting.

Here's how it works:

  1. Print the Bunny Scorecard (PDF), if you wish, or bring something on your search to track your bunnies such as a notepad and pen, smartphone or tablet. Note: you do NOT need to email scorecards. Submit details on the On-line Scorecard Submission Form (available beginning April 18). Printed scorecards (for tracking purposes only) will also be available, beginning April 14 during normal business hours at: 
    • Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth Street SE, available 24/7 in a pamphlet holder April 14 - April 21
    • White River Valley Museum, 918 H Street SE

  2. On Thursday, April 17 at 8:00 PM, we will release a list of parks where bunnies are hiding.  Note: for those of you with special needs two of the parks will have more accessible bunnies which are in view from the trail/path to accommodate wheelchairs, strollers and wagons.

  3. ExampleAll bunnies will look like this example bunny image. Bunnies are approximately 12" tall. Each bunny has a unique number. Please don't take the bunnies so everyone can enjoy this activity. Please don't move the bunnies so we can keep them safe from mowers and other maintenance equipment.

  4. Search for bunnies during park hours, April 18 - April 21. You will need to find a minimum of ten bunnies. In most cases, you may need to visit two or more parks to complete your scorecard. Print our scorecard or bring something to track your bunnies.

  5. Complete the On-line Bunny Scorecard Submission Form. The on-line scorecard will contain contact information and 10 spaces to indicate the bunnies that you found. There will also be the opportunity to share photos or comments with us. We enjoy hearing from you! The on-line scorecard will be available until 11:59 PM on Monday, April 21. Sorry, no late entries. 

  6. Each person who participates must submit their own scorecard. Adults are welcome to play too! Duplicate entries will be deleted. 

  7. Winners will be selected at random and emailed by April 25.

Prizes include the following items:

  • Four (4) Auburn Golf Course Gift Cards ($100 value each)
  • Eight (8) Make & Take Kits (compliments of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation's MakerSpace)
  • Two (2) Family Four Packs of BRAVO tickets (compliments of Auburn Parks, Arts, & Recreation) 
  • Check back - more prizes to come!

***Prizes must be picked up at the Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth Street SE.

MORE INFORMATION:

Peter Cotton Trail Sponsor Commitment Form (PDF)

Peter Cotton Trail Partnership Commitment Form (PDF)

Peter Cotton Trail Event Supporter Commitment Form (PDF)


Contact Information:
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
[email protected]
253-931-3043

8:00AM - 8:00PM

Peter Cotton Trail

various parks and trails - see below

Friday, April 18 - Monday, April 21, 2025 

Hop around Auburn's parks and trails in search of the elusive bunny who'll be hidden in various locations around Auburn. Find the bunny, have a chance to win prizes and have a blast doing it! This will be a fun and safe event for families, seniors, our specialized recreation community or anyone looking for an opportunity to get outside and get active in an outdoor setting.

Here's how it works:

  1. Print the Bunny Scorecard (PDF), if you wish, or bring something on your search to track your bunnies such as a notepad and pen, smartphone or tablet. Note: you do NOT need to email scorecards. Submit details on the On-line Scorecard Submission Form (available beginning April 18). Printed scorecards (for tracking purposes only) will also be available, beginning April 14 during normal business hours at: 
    • Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth Street SE, available 24/7 in a pamphlet holder April 14 - April 21
    • White River Valley Museum, 918 H Street SE

  2. On Thursday, April 17 at 8:00 PM, we will release a list of parks where bunnies are hiding.  Note: for those of you with special needs two of the parks will have more accessible bunnies which are in view from the trail/path to accommodate wheelchairs, strollers and wagons.

  3. ExampleAll bunnies will look like this example bunny image. Bunnies are approximately 12" tall. Each bunny has a unique number. Please don't take the bunnies so everyone can enjoy this activity. Please don't move the bunnies so we can keep them safe from mowers and other maintenance equipment.

  4. Search for bunnies during park hours, April 18 - April 21. You will need to find a minimum of ten bunnies. In most cases, you may need to visit two or more parks to complete your scorecard. Print our scorecard or bring something to track your bunnies.

  5. Complete the On-line Bunny Scorecard Submission Form. The on-line scorecard will contain contact information and 10 spaces to indicate the bunnies that you found. There will also be the opportunity to share photos or comments with us. We enjoy hearing from you! The on-line scorecard will be available until 11:59 PM on Monday, April 21. Sorry, no late entries. 

  6. Each person who participates must submit their own scorecard. Adults are welcome to play too! Duplicate entries will be deleted. 

  7. Winners will be selected at random and emailed by April 25.

Prizes include the following items:

  • Four (4) Auburn Golf Course Gift Cards ($100 value each)
  • Eight (8) Make & Take Kits (compliments of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation's MakerSpace)
  • Two (2) Family Four Packs of BRAVO tickets (compliments of Auburn Parks, Arts, & Recreation) 
  • Check back - more prizes to come!

***Prizes must be picked up at the Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth Street SE.

MORE INFORMATION:

Peter Cotton Trail Sponsor Commitment Form (PDF)

Peter Cotton Trail Partnership Commitment Form (PDF)

Peter Cotton Trail Event Supporter Commitment Form (PDF)


Contact Information:
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
[email protected]
253-931-3043

8:00AM - 8:00PM

Peter Cotton Trail

various parks and trails - see below

Friday, April 18 - Monday, April 21, 2025 

Hop around Auburn's parks and trails in search of the elusive bunny who'll be hidden in various locations around Auburn. Find the bunny, have a chance to win prizes and have a blast doing it! This will be a fun and safe event for families, seniors, our specialized recreation community or anyone looking for an opportunity to get outside and get active in an outdoor setting.

Here's how it works:

  1. Print the Bunny Scorecard (PDF), if you wish, or bring something on your search to track your bunnies such as a notepad and pen, smartphone or tablet. Note: you do NOT need to email scorecards. Submit details on the On-line Scorecard Submission Form (available beginning April 18). Printed scorecards (for tracking purposes only) will also be available, beginning April 14 during normal business hours at: 
    • Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth Street SE, available 24/7 in a pamphlet holder April 14 - April 21
    • White River Valley Museum, 918 H Street SE

  2. On Thursday, April 17 at 8:00 PM, we will release a list of parks where bunnies are hiding.  Note: for those of you with special needs two of the parks will have more accessible bunnies which are in view from the trail/path to accommodate wheelchairs, strollers and wagons.

  3. ExampleAll bunnies will look like this example bunny image. Bunnies are approximately 12" tall. Each bunny has a unique number. Please don't take the bunnies so everyone can enjoy this activity. Please don't move the bunnies so we can keep them safe from mowers and other maintenance equipment.

  4. Search for bunnies during park hours, April 18 - April 21. You will need to find a minimum of ten bunnies. In most cases, you may need to visit two or more parks to complete your scorecard. Print our scorecard or bring something to track your bunnies.

  5. Complete the On-line Bunny Scorecard Submission Form. The on-line scorecard will contain contact information and 10 spaces to indicate the bunnies that you found. There will also be the opportunity to share photos or comments with us. We enjoy hearing from you! The on-line scorecard will be available until 11:59 PM on Monday, April 21. Sorry, no late entries. 

  6. Each person who participates must submit their own scorecard. Adults are welcome to play too! Duplicate entries will be deleted. 

  7. Winners will be selected at random and emailed by April 25.

Prizes include the following items:

  • Four (4) Auburn Golf Course Gift Cards ($100 value each)
  • Eight (8) Make & Take Kits (compliments of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation's MakerSpace)
  • Two (2) Family Four Packs of BRAVO tickets (compliments of Auburn Parks, Arts, & Recreation) 
  • Check back - more prizes to come!

***Prizes must be picked up at the Auburn Community & Event Center, 910 Ninth Street SE.

MORE INFORMATION:

Peter Cotton Trail Sponsor Commitment Form (PDF)

Peter Cotton Trail Partnership Commitment Form (PDF)

Peter Cotton Trail Event Supporter Commitment Form (PDF)


Contact Information:
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
[email protected]
253-931-3043

9:00AM - 12:00PM

Clean Sweep

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

Auburn’s 2025 Clean Sweep will be held Saturday, April 26. This event is held in honor of Earth Day. Projects will focus on clean-up, environmental restoration, and beautification efforts in and around Auburn. Volunteer groups will work on light clean-up and maintenance; landscaping, painting, weeding, and planting in and around downtown and at various park sites; and a handful of other projects as needed

Clean Sweep

Volunteers can either choose to participate in a specific project or can ask to be assigned to any project, in which case your group will be assigned where the most volunteer support is needed. Service clubs, social service agencies, faith-based groups, scouting troops, businesses, families, and individuals are being asked to come together and work on these projects. 

No plastic water bottles

In honor of Earth Day we are working towards reducing single-use plastics in Auburn. As such, we will not be providing plastic water bottles to our volunteers. Please plan accordingly to bring your own source of water for the 3-hour event. 

 The morning agenda for Saturday, April 26 is as follows: 

7:30 – 8:30 AM ……Check in – Auburn Community & Events Center
7:30 – 8:30 AM ……Welcome Breakfast – Auburn Community & Events Center
8:45 – 9:00 AM. ......Check in at project location – emailed in advance
***Be sure to bring your own water to your project***
9:00 – 12:00 PM ......Volunteers commence project tasks 

Online Registration closes Wednesday, April 23 at 5:00 PM. 

Registrations will not be accepted April 24 or 25. Volunteers interested in participating but have not registered, can register on-site at a park (TBA).

Online Registration

Registration Form (PDF)

Group Waiver (PDF)

2025 Fact Sheet (PDF) 


Tool Collection

South King Tool Library will be at a park (TBD) on event day from 9 AM – 12 PM collecting tool donations. They can take any manual or power handheld tools that are in working condition. South King Tool Library

Can Take:

  • Manual hand tools
    • Scrapers, hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers, ratchets, pliers, and sockets
  • Clamps
  • Tape measures
  • Levels and straight edges
  • Tool belts, tool bags
  • Toolboxes - must be able to stay closed and have a handle to carry, less than 10 pounds
  • Garden tools - please cover any sharp edges
    • Trowels, hatchets, hand hoes, hori horis
  • Garden gloves
  • Fasteners in original packaging
    • Nuts, screws, nails, bolts
  • Unopened glue, caulking, or epoxy
  • Manual blade or chain tools
  • Long handled items
    • rakes, shovels, pitchforks, hoes, spades
  • Large or free-standing power tools
  • Specialized and hobbyist tools
  • Craft tools

Cannot Take:

  • Broken or inoperable tools
  • Rusted tools
  • Gas powered tools
  • Fasteners not in original packaging
  • Partially used paint, caulking or glue
  • Tool chests and cabinets

For questions about tool donations, please contact South King Tool Library at [email protected]


Contact Information
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
Email Us

9:30AM - 11:00PM

Dog Trot 3K/5K Fun Run

Game Farm Park, 3030 R Street SE

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Dog TrotSaturday, May 17, 2025
9:30 AM
G
ame Farm Park

A family-oriented fun run event that takes place prior to Auburn's Petpalooza festival. Participants will follow a 3K or 5K route. The course is flat, easy and enjoyable for all ages and ability levels. Water will be available on the course for both dogs and human participants. The race is 'chip-timed' by Bell Lap Productions. 

REGISTRATION DETAILS AND FEE:

  • Registration is now open!
  • Early Registration (on or before March 31) - $25/person
  • Late Registration (April 1 - May 13) - $30/person
  • Sorry, no registrations May 14 - May 16
  • On-Site Registration on May 17 - $35/person
ON-LINE REGISTRATION (open now!)

***First 100 to register receive an incentive item.

Registration includes a limited-edition T-Shirt, full-color race bib and a participation medal. T-shirt sizes not guaranteed for late registrations and available while supplies last for on-site registrations. 

DOG TROT RULES OF PARTICIPATION:

  • All participants must have their race bib on the FRONT of their person
  • Dogs must be current on vaccinations
  • No aggressive dogs
  • No female dogs in heat
  • No more than two dogs per human
  • Keep your dog on a 7-foot leash or shorter at all times. 
  • No dogs under the age of six months
  • Bring your dog only if he/she is well socialized
  • Please, clean up after your dog
  • Run or walk the course only if you and your pet are in adequate physical condition
  • Strollers are welcome on the course
  • Participants may not switch race distances after May 13
  • Participants must run/walk the course in its entirety with a dog to be eligible for awards
  • Route will close after 90-minutes

For a list of Auburn hotels, visit www.exploreauburn.com

HELPFUL INFORMATION:


Contact Information:
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
253-931-3043
[email protected]

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Petpalooza

Game Farm Park, 3030 R Street SE, Auburn, WA

Petpalooza LogoSaturday, May 17, 2025
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Game Farm Park, 3030 R Street SE
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Petpalooza is a FREE event for pet lovers and a special day for your four-legged family member or other furry friend. Petpalooza is kicked off with a Dog Trot 3K/5K Fun Run. The event features an animal-related entertainment stage, flydog and agility demos, the popular 'Unleashed' Pet Contest, a free agility area, a large variety of vendor booths, adoptions, free and low-cost pet services, give-a-ways and lots of activities to keep both humans and pets entertained. 

Leashed, licensed and well-behaved pets welcome.

For a list of Auburn hotels, visit www.exploreauburn.com.

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

Contact Information:
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
253-931-3043
[email protected]

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.    

NOTE - Auburn's KidsDay is geared toward Auburn-area kids as a kickoff to summer and coincides with the end of school calendar for the Auburn School District and takes into account the built-in snow days. 

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 Festival

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

4th of July Festival Logo

Friday, July 4, 2025
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE

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

Friday July 4, 2025
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.

Registration is $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.

7:00PM - 8:30PM

Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk

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

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

REGISTRATION FEE
$13 Early Registration Fee on or before July 9, 2025.

$16 Registration Fee from July 10 - August 6, 2025.

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

Sorry, no registrations accepted August 7, 2025.

Register Online (opens November 27, 2024)

$22 On-Site Registration Fee Onsite registrations accepted on Friday, August 8, 2025 beginning at 6:00 PM (includes event T-shirt while supplies last)

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. 

Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk Route Map (PDF)

RULES OF PARTICIPATION & AWARDS

  • The route will be open  from 7:00 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 8 Schedule:

  • 6:00 PM - on-site participant check in opens
  • 7:00 PM - Poker Run begins
  • 8:30 PM - Poker Run closes  

Interested in Sponsoring? 

For questions contact Amanda Valdez 253-931-3043

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1:00PM - 5:00PM

Halloween Harvest Festival & Trunk-or-Treat

Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE, Auburn, WA

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Join us at our Halloween Harvest Festival and Trunk-or-Treat for kids ages 2-10 and their families.

This fun-filled fall afternoon will include games, crafts, BOO-seum, food vendors, 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

This event is held rain or shine! We have contingency plans for rain for 2025. Check back for updates are we get closer to event day. Rain or shine Les Gove Campus will be full of fun for the whole family!


Looking to participate as a Trunk-or-Treat vendor?

Trunk-or-Treat Vendor Application coming soon...

Trunk-or-Treat Vendor Deadline: Wednesday, October 8 at 5:00 PM.

Trunk-or-Treat vendor types:

  • Non-Profit: $10 vendor fee
  • Childcare Provider: $10 vendor fee
  • Community Youth Recreation: $10 vendor fee
  • Youth Education: $10 vendor fee
  • Commercial/Retail:$25 vendor fee
  • Organized School Groups: $0 vendor fee (free) 
  • Family Group: $0 vendor fee (free) 

Participating trunks must provide giveaways and/or treats for at least 2,000 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 games, arts & crafts, and fun. 

Trunk-or-Treat Vendor Application deadline is Wednesday, October 8 at 5:00 PM. Any applications received after October 8 will be considered on a space available basis. 

Interested in bringing your food truck or prepared food to the event?

Food Vendor Application (PDF)

Please note we offer first-right-of-refusal to the previous years' food vendors. 

The Food Vendor Application deadline is Wednesday, October 1, 2025. 


Interested in Sponsoring?

2025 Sponsorship Packages (PDF)

Contact Event Coordinators:
Email Kjerstin Lange or call 253-931-3043
Email Amanda Valdez or call 253-931-3403

4:00PM - 6:00PM

Glow Run

Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth ST SE

Glow Run logoThe Almost 5K Glow Run & Walk is an in-person fun run, part of our new Almost 5k, Always Fun Run Series. The Glow Run & Walk is perfect for all ages and abilities! Join us for this fun event as we gear up to glow as the days become shorter. 

Early registration includes a t-shirt.

The Almost 5K Glow 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). Community Vendors will be onsite. Activities will keep the festivities going after you've completed your laps.

Registration closes October 30 (t-shirt sizes guaranteed through Jan 10).

Early Registration Fee: $13 until October 30, 2025
On-Site Registration Fee: $20 on November 1, 2025

Online Registration coming soon...

Questions? 
Contact Kjerstin Lange or call 253-931-3043

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