Register now for fall programs and activities with Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
Online Recreation Registration
Fall is just around the corner and Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation continues to serve the community with various opportunities and experiences.
We encourage you to follow us on Facebook at Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation or subscribe to our Auburn@Play newsletters to see what we are up to. You can also visit auburnwa.gov/play for updates, registration information and a full listing of opportunities this fall.
We are looking forward to our fall endeavors and hope to see you very soon.
IN PLAY! -Your Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Team
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Check out the Fall 2022 Recreation Guide PDF Version
 CLASSES
DANCE/GYMNASTICS
COOKING
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Little Chefs | Ages 3 ½-5 | Thursday, Oct 27-Nov 17 | 9:15-10:30am
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BIKING
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Pre-school Drop In program at the Gymnasium at Les Gove Park!! Indoor Playground | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | Sept. 12-Dec. 21 | 9:30-11am | $2 per child
Kidz Playtime | Ages 2-8 | $10 for 2 hours of care Do you need a couple of hours to yourself, have an appointment, or want to meet up with a friend and do not have a sitter? We can help! Bring your 2-8 year old to our new drop-in childcare program and we will keep them entertained and safe. All staff have undergone a National Background Check. Call the Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Office at 253-931-3043 for specific times and days. Times and days coordinate with fitness classes and may change quarterly. Staff do not change clothes.
 FITNESS & DANCE
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Parkour Jr. | Ages 6-8 | Thursdays, October 6-27 | 4:30-5:20pm
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Parkour | Ages 9-11 | Thursdays, October 6-27 | 5:30-6:20pm
MUSIC, ACTING, ART & HISTORY
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Private Piano | Ages 6-18 | Wednesdays, Sept 14-Oct 5 | 3:35-6:35pm (20 min session)
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Private Piano | Ages 6-18 | Thursdays, Sept 15-Oct 6 | 3:35-6:35pm (20 min session)
PARENTS' NIGHT OUT
Drop your kids off at the Gymnasium for an evening of games, arts & crafts and sports while you enjoy a parent night out. Select Saturdays, 5-9pm Les Gove Park Gymnasium. Season Packages also available.
YOUTH ART CLASSES - ONE DAY ART EXPERIENCE
BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES - RESERVE NOW FOR DATES BEGINNING OCTOBER 1
Schedule your birthday party package with us - you bring the party and we’ll provide the fun! Our party crew will facilitate a two hour action-packed party for your child and we will do all the work!
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Auburn's REC Teen Center is located at 910 9th Street SE in Les Gove Park. The REC is open during the school year, Monday through Friday from 2pm-5pm. Transportation is provided from the Auburn middle schools and high schools courtesy of the Auburn School District.
The REC Teen Center offers great fun for grades 6-12 and features:
- Ping Pong, Foosball, Air Hockey, Teen Lounge & Video Games
- A Gymnasium for drop-in basketball
- Tech Lab for tutoring and homework help.
- Maker's Room featuring a 3-D printer, laser cutter, robotics, crafts, custom decals, digital embroidery and more.
The REC Teen Center Special Events:
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HYPE Night: Friday, September 16 | 6-10pm; Friday, October 14 | 6-10pm
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REC Riders | Wednesdays, Sept 21-Oct 12 | 3-4:30pm
Purchase a full membership now for just $75 (a $25 savings)
Regular Year Membership: $100 | Monthly Membership: $15 | Daily Drop-in Rate: $1
Purchase by calling 253-931-3043
TEEN CLASSES & PROGRAMS
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Auburn Youth Council | Grades 6-12 | Free!
Service Learning & Leadership Development group gets teens active in the Auburn Community! First meeting is Tuesday, September 14 at the REC- 6-7:15 PM. Come check it out and get signed up. Dinner is provided!
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 Check out auburnwa.gov/sports for all the details, including dates, times & registration links including:
Youth Options:
Adult Options:
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Pickleball | Ages 18 & over | Mondays, September 26-November 28
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Basketball | Ages 18 & over | Tuesdays, September 27-November 29
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Cornhole | Ages 18 & over | Wednesdays, September 21-November 9
- Open Gym Pickleball | Ages 18 & over | Fridays, 6-8 pm (Sept 30, Oct 7,Oct 14, Nov 4)
 Art Classes
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Acrylics | Wednesdays, Sept 7-28 | 9am-12pm
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Acrylics | Wednesdays, Oct 5-26 | 9am-12pm
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Watercolor | Wednesdays, Sept 28-Oct 26 | 2-4pm
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Watercolor | Wednesdays, Sept 28-Oct 26 | 6:30-8pm
One Day Art Experiences (check out all the class details and images online)
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Intro to Still Life Drawing | Ages 16+ | Saturday, September 17 | 10am-12:30pm
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Beginning Fused Glass | Ages 12+ | Saturday, October 1 | 12-3pm
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Miniature Polymer Pumpkins | Ages 6+ | Saturday, October 8 | 1-3pm
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Miniature Polymer Succulents | Ages 6+ | Saturday, October 8 | 10am-12pm
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Intro to Portraiture Drawing | Ages 16+ | Saturday, October 15 | 10am-12:30pm
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Dia de Los Muertos Papel Picado | Ages 10+ | Saturday, October 15 | 1-3pm
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Fused Glass Jewelry | Ages 12+ | Saturday, November 12 | 12-3pm
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Block Print Holiday Cards | Ages 12+ | Wednesday, November 30 | 6-8:30pm
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Fused Glass Christmas Tree Ornaments | Ages 12+ | Saturday, December 3 | 12-3pm
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Sculpt Your Own Gnome! | Ages 8+ | Tuesday, December 13 | 5:30-8pm
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MakerSpace - Adult Make & Take Art Classes (check out all the class details and images online)
Open Make – Daytime | Ages 16 & UP | Wednesdays, Sept 7-Dec 14 | 10am-1pm
Open Make - Evening | Ages 16 & UP | Second Monday each month, Oct 17-Dec 12 | 5pm-8pm
Small Business Fridays | Ages 16 & UP | Fridays, Sept 9-Dec 16 | 10am-1pm
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Take & Make Kits
Check out images and instructions for all the adult and kid fall and winter Take & Make kits available at auburnwa.gov/makerspace. Kits include all supplies and instructions to craft at home. Class is not provided. Kits are available for pick up Mondays-Fridays 8am-8pm and Saturdays 9am-4pm.
Kit options for Fall & Winter include: Sunflower Antique Truck Sign; School Year Stats Prop Sign; Game Day” Football Sign; Celestial Moth Framed Sign; Pumpkin Rainbow; Halloween Countdown Sign; Halloween Painted Shapes; Macrame Backpack Charms; Gratitude Challenge Jars; Wooden Tree & Ornaments
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 Family Palouse to Cascades Bike Ride | Ages: 9 AND UP | Saturday, Sept 17 | 9am-5pm Hop on your bike for this 18 mile Bike Adventure! We’ll start at Hyak on Snoqualmie Pass and bike along Lake Keechelus before winding along Lake Easton where we’ll re-fuel with a BBQ lunch. We’ll provide the bikes, helmets, and lunch; you’ll just need comfortable shoes and clothing for biking and the weather, and a water bottle.
Family Open Climb | Ages 4 & UP | Wednesday, September 21 | 5-7pm Bring the family to the wall for a full evening of rock climbing fun! Climbers will learn the fundamentals of climbing while working together to build skills like teamwork, trust, and fun! Climbing will push you to reach for greater challenges and show your true strength! All equipment will be provided.

FITNESS MEMBERSHIP
Membership | $25 Regular; $20 Seniors/Teens Daily Drop In | $5 Regular; $4 Seniors/Teens
Save the Date! Fall Fitness Open House Saturday, September 24 | 8am-11am
Fitness Membership gets you moving with all the perks! Full details and class schedule at auburnwa.gov/fitness:
- Unlimited access to fitness classes both
virtual and in-person
- Unlimited use of the fitness center
- Open gym programs
- Unlimited access to the full virtual fitness class library
- Drop-in childcare
Membership Fees with unlimited childcare: Adult + 1 child $35/month Adult + 2 children $50/month Adult + 3 children $65/month
HEALTH & FITNESS CLASSES
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Wednesday, September 21 Family Open Climb Les Gove Park Climbing Wall | 5-7pm
Bring the family (ages 4 & up) to the climbing wall at Les Gove Park for a full evening of rock climbing fun! Climbers will learn the fundamentals of climbing while working together to build skills like teamwork, trust, and fun! Climbing will push you to reach for greater challenges and show your true strength! All equipment will be provided.
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Saturday, September 17
HOPS & CROPS Music & Beer Festival 21+ event
Mary Olson Farm | 12-6pm
Fun, sun, music, and brews! This 21 and up event is a South Sound favorite with live bands, dozens of beers to taste, and the most “chill” beer festival experience in the region. Get a discount when you purchase tickets early at wrvmuseum.org.
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This fun-filled fall afternoon will include games, crafts, face painting, scary cookies, cauldrons of punch. Be sure to check out the Trunk-or-Treat 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.
Register now to participate as a Trunk-or-Treat Vendor.
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Saturday, November 5 Veterans Parade & Observance Parade at 11am | Main Street in downtown Auburn
One of the largest Veterans Parade west of the Mississippi, the parade proceeds west on Main Street from E Street SE to A Street NW in Auburn. It includes a fly-over, marching bands, honor guards, military marching units and vehicles, veterans units, drill teams, community and scouting groups, as well as floats, antique cars and more. The day kicks off with a breakfast, co-hosted by the American Legion. The Auburn Noon Lions Luncheon follows the parade. The day is complete after the state’s largest Marching Band and Field Competition awards its winners at Auburn High School Stadium. Complete details at www.auburnwa.gov/events.
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Saturday, December 10 Breakfast With Santa Auburn Community & Event Center
Two Breakfast Options: 8:30-10am or 11am-12:30pm Adults $10/$12; Child $9/$11 Join us for a holiday Breakfast with Santa. Breakfast will be served by Santa’s elves. Two time options are available. You will also enjoy holiday entertainment by Dani & the Bee. Space is limited. Call 253-931-3043 to register.
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 TO REGISTER: On-line: Auburn @Play online registration Phone: 253-931-3043; VISA, MasterCard, Discover or American Express
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