Register now for winter programs and activities with Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
Check out the Winter 2023 Recreation Guide PDF Version
Preschool & Youth Dance/Tumbling Instructor Needed
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation is looking for a Preschool & Youth Dance/Tumbling Instructor to teach on Tuesday evenings 4-8pm, and possibly a class Saturday morning, 9-10am. Pay currently is contractual, negotiable, paid per student, but can be paid hourly, approximately $20-$23 per hour. For further information, please email Pam Galion at pgallion@auburnwa.gov or call her at 253-266-2774.
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BIKING
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SPORTS
INDOOR PLAYGROUND
Pre-school Drop In program at the Gymnasium at Les Gove Park!! Monday, Wednesday, Friday | January 4-March 31 | 9:30-11am | $2 per child No program January 16 or February 20
KIDZ PLAYTIME
Ages 2-10 | $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 2-10 year old to our 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.

STEAM Classes
DANCE
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Little Leapers | Ages 4-6 | Wednesday, Jan 11-Feb 1 | 4:45-5:15pm
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Irish Dancers | Ages 6-11 | Wednesday, Jan 11-Feb 1 | 5:25-6:05pm
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Irish Dancers | Ages 12-15 | Wednesday, Jan 11-Feb 1 | 6:15-6:55pm
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Irish Dancers | Ages 16-18 | Wednesday, Jan 11-Feb 1 | 7:05-7:45pm
FITNESS
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Parkour Jr. | Ages 6-8 | Thursday, February 2-March 2 | 4:30-5:20pm
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Parkour | Ages 9-11 | Thursday, February 2-March 2 | 5:30-6:20pm
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Girls on the Run | 3rd-5th Grade Girls | Registration opens January 9
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Heart & Sole | 6th-8th Grade Girls | Registration opens January 9
YOUTH MID-WINTER BREAK
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PARENTS' NIGHT OUT
Have your kids (ages 5-10) hang out with us 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!
BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES - RESERVE NOW!
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.
Monthly Membership: $15 | Daily Drop-in Rate: $1
Purchase by calling 253-931-3043; Online Waiver for Registration
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 Check out auburnwa.gov/sports for all the details, including dates, times & registration links including:
Youth Options:
Adult Options:
 Art Classes
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Watercolor | Wednesday January 25-March 1 | 2-4pm
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Watercolor | Wednesday January 25-March 1 | 6:30-8:30pm
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Acrylics | Wednesdays, February 15-March 15 | 9am-12pm
 Private Parties | Ages 14 & UP |$135-$315 depending on project, # of guests and length of party
Open Make – Daytime | Ages 16 & UP | Wednesdays, January 4-March 22 | 10am-1pm
Open Make - Evening | Ages 16 & UP | 2nd Monday each month, January 9-March 20 | 5pm-8pm
Open Make - Evening | Ages 16 & UP | 4th Monday each month, January 23-March 27 | 5pm-8pm
Small Business Fridays | Ages 16 & UP | Fridays, January 6-March 24 | 10am-1pm
Laser Cutting Intensive | Ages 14 & UP | schedule via makerspace@auburnwa.gov
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 Winter & Spring include: Adventure Awaits Sign, Good Vibes Only Sign, Smiley Framed Sign, Coffee Sign, Hello Easter Sign, Sweetheart's Banner Garland, Cowboy Boot Flower Sign, Skull Flower Sign, Valentine Truck Sign, Monster Truck Sign, Strawberry Sign, Valentine Tic-Tac-Toe
View all projects and classes at www.auburnwa.gov/makerspace Follow us on Instagram at @auburnmakerspace.
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FITNESS MEMBERSHIP
Membership | $25 Regular; $20 Seniors/Teens Daily Drop In | $5 Regular; $4 Seniors/Teens
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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Lights on! Stage set! BRAVO Performing Arts is on stage this winter! The City of Auburn is excited to present an incredible lineup of music, comedy, theater, and kids’ programming as part of the BRAVO Performing Arts Season. Check out the upcoming schedule at auburnwa.gov/theater.
Upcoming Shows:
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On Thanksgiving Day in 1925, Roy Olmstead, the Northwest’s most notorious and prolific bootlegger, was arrested on a dock in South King County. What can we learn today from “The Good Bootlegger’s” story of whiskey-driven politics, culture wars, criminalization of social behavior, illegal surveillance, spies, sensational trials, and more? Join local historian and storyteller Steve Edmiston to learn more about the wild-but-true tales surrounding Olmstead, and his impact on our region.
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White River Valley Museum All are welcome | FREE
View our new exhibit, featuring fashions from the White River Valley Museum, use fashions from the past to design your own fashions and accessories, and join in the fashion show!
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Daddy Daughter Princess Ball Saturday, March 11 Auburn Community & Event Center
Ages 3-6 | 3:30-5:30pm
Ages 7-13 | 7-9pm
Dads, Grandfathers, Uncles or Big Brothers, treat your little girl to a night she will talk about all year! Join us for light refreshments, dancing, fun and activities. Consider it your daughter’s first date. Memory Photo and party favor included. Space is limited. Pre-registration required for all attendees. Fee: $45/$57 | Additional Sibling $18/$23.
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A fun ‘date night’ for mom’s and their little boys ages 3-11! Come dressed as your favorite Sports Fan and enjoy light refreshments, dancing, entertainment, hands-on activity, memory photo and a few surprises. Grandmother’s and aunts are welcome. Pre-registration required for all attendees. Space is limited. Fee: $45/$57 | Additional Sibling $18/$23
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Saturday, May 20 | 9:30-11am Game Farm Park, 3030 R St SE | Ages 5 and up
A pet/owner 3K/5K Fun Run that kicks off the annual Petpalooza event. The routes will take you from Game Farm Park and along the White River Trail. Incentive to first 100 registered: receive a 17”x14” insulated Petpalooza-logoed picnic bag!! Registration includes T-Shirt (size guaranteed with early registration), race bib and finisher’s medal. The course is flat, easy and enjoyable for all ages and ability levels. Water will be available on the course for both human and dog participants. Registration is per person. Each person participating on the course (other than children in strollers) must register and pay. Join us at Petpalooza after the Dog Trot from 10am - 5pm! For details visit auburnwa.gov/petpalooza. Registration Fee: $20/person through Mar 31; $25 (April 1-May 16); $30 (On-site Fee)
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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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