Register now for upcoming programs and activities with Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
We're Hiring for a variety of positions!
Join our team!
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation is looking for a variety of variable hour positions with varying pay rates: Seasonal Park Maintenance Workers, Fitness Instructor, Mobile Recreation Program Staff, Outdoor Adventure Camp Counselors, Rental Facility Assistant, Summer Camp Recreation Staff, Teen Summer Camp Counselors, and Teen Supervisor. For full details and all open positions, please visit auburnwa.gov/jobs.
|
Run Auburn | All Ages | Saturdays, through June 24 | 8:30-9:30am | Drop-in | Free
Family Adventures: Ape Caves Spelunking | Ages: 10 AND UP | Saturday, June 10 | 8am-7pm
(Trips include transportation from the Auburn Community & Event Center)
Family Open Rock Climb
Bring the family to the climbing wall in Les Gove Park for a full evening of rock-climbing fun! This is a drop-in climbing opportunity all equipment, instruction and belayers will be provided. Ages 4 and up. Fee: $12/$15
|
INDOOR PLAYGROUND - THRU JUNE 16
Pre-school Drop In program at the Gymnasium at Les Gove Park!!
Monday, Wednesday, Friday | through June 16 | 9:30-11am | $2 per child.
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.
|
 MUSIC
-
Private Piano | Ages 6-18 | Thursdays, June 29-July 20 | 4-6:50pm (20 min session)
-
Private Piano | Ages 6-18 | Wednesdays, August 2-23 | 4-6:50pm (20 min session)
-
Private Piano | Ages 6-18 | Thursdays, August 3-24 | 4-6:50pm (20 min session)
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION
NOW OPEN - LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
No fooling! Summer is just around the corner and it's time to start thinking about Summer Camps! The Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department has everything you’re looking for to keep your child active and engaged. Camp options are offered for pre-school age through teens in various topics and settings.
Summer Camp Website: auburnwa.gov/camps
2023 Summer Camp Guide
|
PARTY PACKAGES - RESERVE NOW!
Schedule your party package with us - you bring the party and we’ll provide the fun! Our party crew will facilitate an action-packed party for your child, sport team, art enthusiasts and more. We will do all the work! Packages available in the gymnasium, on the rock climbing wall, and in the Maker Space.
|
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
|
TEEN CLASSES
REC Riders |Ages 11-16 | Every Thursday through June 15 | 3:00-4:30pm
 Check out auburnwa.gov/sports for all the details, including dates, times & registration links including:
Youth Options:
Adult Options:
Art Classes
|
 Private Parties | Ages 14 & UP |$135-$315 depending on project, # of guests and length of party
Private Parties-Youth | Ages 6 & UP | $150-$225 with 60-minute play time
Open Make – Daytime | Ages 16 & UP | Wednesdays | 10am-1pm & Fridays |11am-2pm
Open Make - Evening | Ages 16 & UP | 2nd Monday each month | 5pm-8pm
Open Make - Evening | Ages 16 & UP | 4th Monday each month | 5pm-8pm
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 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. View all projects and classes at www.auburnwa.gov/makerspace
Follow us on Instagram at @auburnmakerspace.
|
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
-
Run Auburn | All Ages | Saturdays, through June 24 | 8:30-9:30am | Free | Drop-In
- Free Outdoor Fitness: YOGA | Ages 14+ | Wednesdays, July 5-26 | 7-8pm | Sunset Park
- Free Outdoor Fitness: QIGONG/TAI CHI | Ages 14+ | Thursdays, July 6-27 | 10-11am | City Hall Plaza
|
The Auburn Senior Activity Center enhances the quality of life of senior adults 50+ in the Auburn community through social, recreational, health and wellness, educational, and nutritional programs. The Center is located at 808 9th Street SE, Auburn. Center hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am-5pm.
Check out the current Senior Brochure for all the class and program options and offerings this session. All programs below held at the Auburn Senior Activity Center.
Spotlighted classes and programs for June at the Auburn Senior Activity Center include:
- TED Talks: Topic- Men | Wednesday, June 7 | 9:30am-10:30am
- Lecture: All Things about Men’s Health I June 15 I 10:30am-11:30am
- Mayor Coffee Hour I Friday, June 16 I 10am-11am
- Father’s Day Luncheon | Friday, June 16 | 11:30am-1pm (advanced ticket required, must pick up in person prior to the event; $4.50 suggested contribution)
- TED Talks: Topic- LGBTQIA+ | Wednesday, June 21 | 9:30am-10:30am
- Drop-in Wii Bowling | Thursday, June 15 | 10:30am-11:30am
|
New Exhibit at the White River Valley Museum
Open Wednesday–Sunday, Noon–4PM
Admission is Free!
Grab your gal pals and head to the Museum for a little midcentury glamour. See eighteen cocktail party dresses from the Museum's collection and learn the history, etiquette, and politics of being a midcentury hostess.
Cocktail Party Exhibit Programs:
|
Sundays, June 4-September 17
Les Gove Park | 10am - 3pm
The Market provides a convenient venue for local farmers and artisans to provide access to healthy, fresh, locally sourced food and products to area residents. The Market serves as a vibrant gathering place where visitors can enjoy live entertainment, gardening presentations, cooking demos, fresh fruits, veggies, flowers, crafts and more!
Upcoming Market Highlights:
- Sunday, June 4: Classical Bharatanatyam dance by From Within Nucleus
- Sunday, June 11: Celebrating Pride at the Market
- Sunday, June 18: Celebrate Juneteenth at Les Gove Park!
|
Family Open Rock Climb
Les Gove Park, 910 9th St. SE | Ages 4 and up
Bring the family to the climbing wall in Les Gove Park for a full evening of rock-climbing fun! This is a drop-in climbing opportunity all equipment, instruction and belayers will be provided. Ages 4 and up. Fee: $12/$15
Also, Check out Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Rock Climbing package options designed for groups and families wanting to develop teambuilding skills and have fun. This program can be customized to meet your groups’ or families’ individual needs. Perfect for teams, clubs, workplace training, youth groups, and especially families. The program will be customized at time of registration. All equipment, instruction and facilitation are provided. Please call 253-931-3043 for available times.
|
Saturdays & Sundays | June 17-August 13 | 11am-4pm
Mary Olson Farm | 28728 Green River Rd SE
(just North of the Auburn Golf Course)
It’s a park and a landmark! Take your family to the Mary Olson Farm this summer. It’s the perfect location to take in a little history, have a picnic, and feel far away from the modern world. Admission is Free.
|
Sunday, June 18 | 10am - 5pm
Les Gove Park
A federal holiday commemorating the end of institutional slavery in America. Free event to all! Come celebrate Juneteenth in Auburn with your friends and family. Experience amazing entertainment, food vendors and hear voices that will inspire you. Plenty of free and fun activities for children. Come support small businesses and engage with your community. Learn more about Juneteenth.
|
Friday, June 23 | 11am - 4pm
Les Gove Park
An event to celebrate Auburn's youngest citizens! This FREE, fun-filled, one-day event includes inflatable rides, live entertainment, arts and craft opportunities, mini golf, loads of vendors, a touch-a-truck display, food concessions and so much more!
|
|
 |
Free Mobile Recreation Program
Monday-Friday, June 26-September 1
10am - 2pm
Various Parks in Auburn
This fun program brings recreation opportunities directly to neighborhoods in Auburn. The Rec n Roll van will be pulling up to different parks and schools around the City of Auburn every Monday-Friday from 10am-2pm through September 1. Staff will set up exciting games, activities, and crafts for children to encourage outdoor play and physical activity. For more information about the program, visit auburnwa.gov/recnroll.
|
Tuesday, July 4 | 11am - 4pm
Les Gove Park
Celebrate our country’s birthday at Les Gove Park in Auburn. This hometown event features live entertainment on two stages, numerous inflatable rides and other children’s attractions including a climbing wall, euro-bungy trampolines, trackless train rides, pony rides and more. The event also includes a car show, laser tag, mini golf, over 40 craft artists, a book sale, food concessions, a spray park and much more! There’s something for everyone! The naturally shaded park will keep you cool during the afternoon. Free entertainment and event admission. Unlimited rides/activities for $10.
|
Free Mountain Bike Instruction & Rides
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 11-Aug. 17
1-4pm | Cedar Lanes Bike Park
This free program brings mountain biking instruction and rides to kids ages 2.5-17 this summer! Join our instructors for games and activities that teach bike safety and riding skills. Ability to ride a bike is not required; we can teach you! Bikes and helmets are available for check-out at this program. Helmets and a participant waiver are required. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
|
 TO REGISTER:
On-line: Auburn @Play online registration
Phone: 253-931-3043; VISA, MasterCard, Discover or American Express
|
