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.

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. All 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)

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

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. All 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)

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

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. All 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)

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

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. All 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)

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

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

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. 

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

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

• On-line Registration 
• Public Driving Directions & Parking Information (PDF)
• Rules of Participation (PDF)
• 2025 Petpalooza & Dog Trot Sponsor Packages (PDF)
• More information to come. Check back!

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

Saturday, 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:

• General Vendor Application
• Food Vendor Application 
• On-line Dog Trot Registration
• 2025 Petpalooza Sponsor Packages (PDF)
• Public Driving Directions & Parking Information (PDF)
• Performance Inquiry Form
• check back - more to come!

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

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:

• 2025 KidsDay Sponsorship Packages (PDF)
• Public Driving Directions & Parking Information (PDF)
• KidsDay Coloring Page (PDF) - FREE download!
• Performance Inquiry Form
• more information to come - check back!

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

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.

Wristband 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:

• 2025 4th of July Festival Sponsorship Packages (PDF)
• Public Driving Directions & Parking Information (PDF)
• On-line Car Show registration
• Car Show Registration Form (PDF)
• Car Show Award Category Listing (PDF)
• Performance Inquiry Form
• check back - more to come!

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

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 $15 in advance or $25 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:

• On-line registration
• Registration Form (PDF)
• Car Show Award Category Listing (PDF)
• More information to come - check back!

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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

An 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 moved indoors, if possible.

2025 Line-up:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• August 13 - Louie Foxx's One-Man Side Show - filled with astounding magic tricks and side splitting comedy

Performance Inquiry Form

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

Please 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.

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

An 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 moved indoors, if possible.

2025 Line-up:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• August 13 - Louie Foxx's One-Man Side Show - filled with astounding magic tricks and side splitting comedy

Performance Inquiry Form

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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

An 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 moved indoors, if possible.

2025 Line-up:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• August 13 - Louie Foxx's One-Man Side Show - filled with astounding magic tricks and side splitting comedy

Performance Inquiry Form

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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

An 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 moved indoors, if possible.

2025 Line-up:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• August 13 - Louie Foxx's One-Man Side Show - filled with astounding magic tricks and side splitting comedy

Performance Inquiry Form

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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

An 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 moved indoors, if possible.

2025 Line-up:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• August 13 - Louie Foxx's One-Man Side Show - filled with astounding magic tricks and side splitting comedy

Performance Inquiry Form

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

The 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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

An 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 moved indoors, if possible.

2025 Line-up:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• August 13 - Louie Foxx's One-Man Side Show - filled with astounding magic tricks and side splitting comedy

Performance Inquiry Form

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

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!

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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. 

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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

The 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: $22 on November 1, 2025

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

 

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. The 2025 parade marks our 60th year! Over time, 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.

The 60th annual Veterans Parade will be held in Auburn on Saturday, November 8, 2025 starting at 11:00 AM. The parade typically boasts over 150 units and nearly 4,000 parade participants, including more than 10 marching bands, numerous military vehicles, veterans' units, honor guards and more.

The parade route travels along Main Street from E Street to A Street NW/SW. The day-long activities run from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Other related activities include: 

Saturday, November 8
Community Breakfast
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth Street SE

The breakfast is co-sponsored by the American Legion Auburn Post #78 and the City of Auburn. Join us for the annual Veteran's Parade Community Breakfast, held on Saturday, November 8, 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. 

Saturday, November 8
Remembrance Ceremony and Lighting of the Flame
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Veterans Memorial Park, 411 E Street NE

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 8
Auburn VFW Post 1741 Open House
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Auburn VFW, 130 W Main Street

This VFW 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 8
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 20-25+ 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 8
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. This event has limited seating; we suggest making reservations early.

 "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. Banner Tribute Program Application Forms will be available in July 2025.

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Official Forms and Helpful Information:

• View the livestream of the 2024 parade on the KOMO 4 Website or on KOMO 4 YouTube
• 2024 Parade Award Winners (PDF)
• Float Safety Requirements (PDF)

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   

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

Gingerbread Contest Application

Gingerbread Contest Rules (PDF)

Please note, this event is free and materials for displays are NOT provided. 

VOTING

• Voting will be open December 3 - 17, 2025
• 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
• There are two categories to vote in, youth and adult.

Based on votes from the public, a winner will be announced on Thursday, December 18, 2025. 

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