We are excited to share the power of parks, arts and recreation in supporting strong, vibrant and resilient communities.
This year's theme — “Build Together, Play Together” — celebrates the many ways park and recreation can foster a sense of belonging in communities by providing welcoming and inclusive programs, essential services for all ages and abilities, and safe, accessible spaces to build meaningful connections.
Make plans to check out all the fun events and programs offered by Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation for the month of July 2025. Click HERE for your FREE printable calendar.
For a complete list of parks, programs and events - visit auburnwa.gov/play.
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Sundays, June – September 14
Les Gove Park | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Browse from over 40 vendors in a beautiful park setting. The Auburn Farmers Market opens their 17th season with a variety of Washington grown, farm fresh produce, fresh cut flowers, nursery plans, wine, cheese, butter, baked goods, hand crafted art and more! See you Sundays! What's special on Sunday, July 27?
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Entertainment: Veggie Races from 11am-1:00pm
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FREE Mobile Recreation Program
Monday - Friday | June 30 - August 22
10am – 2pm | Various parks in Auburn
The Rec n Roll van is packed with outdoor games, crafts, water play, dedicated staff – and it’s coming right to you all summer! Join us as we roll this free program into parks and schools throughout the City of Auburn. Our trained staff will set up interactive games, activities, and crafts for children to encourage outdoor play and physical activity. For more information about the program and a full schedule, visit auburnwa.gov/recnroll.
- Monday, July 28 - Dykstra Park
- Tuesday, July 29 - Lea Hill Park
- Wednesday, July 30 - Indian Tom Park
- Thursday, July 31 - Les Gove Park
- Friday, August 1 - Brannan Park
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NIGHT RUN OPEN GYM
Monday, July 28
The REC Auburn Teen Center | 5:30 – 8pm
Hey Teens (ages 14-18), join us at The REC for our FREE summer open gym program to play exciting 4-on-4 games.
This program runs Mondays, July 7 through August 11.
See ya at The REC!
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Free Mountain Bike Instruction & Rides
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 8-Aug. 14
Cedar Lanes Bike Park | 5-8pm
This free summer program features a 30-minute ride skills clinic each session, then participants can hit the trails, skills zones, and the new Pump Track. Don’t know how to ride? We’ve got you covered! Instructors will be on hand and bikes and helmets of all sizes are available to borrow (waiver required). Bikes are available for ages 2 to adult! Helmets and a participant waiver are required. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Sponsored by Cycle Therapy Racing and King County Parks.
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Wednesdays, July 9 – August 13
Les Gove Park | 12pm
An exciting children’s outdoor entertainment series that will be LOADS of fun for kiddos at the adults who bring them! Pack up a picnic lunch and enjoy the performances. This entertainment series will be held at the parks shelter beside the Discovery Playground.
Summer Line-up:
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July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
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August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
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August 13 - Louie Foxx's One-Man Side Show - filled with astounding magic tricks and side splitting comedy
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SUMMER SOUNDS
Wednesdays, July 9 – August 13
Les Gove Park | 6:30pm
The perfect summer entertainment series the whole family will enjoy! Pack up a picnic dinner and enjoy the performances. This entertainment series will be held at the parks shelter beside the Discovery Playground.
Summer Line-Up:
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July 30 – Never Haz Been - Classic Rock
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August 6 – Seastar - Contemporary Celtic folk music
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August 13 – Cosmic Vinyl - Electrifying hits from the 60’s to the 80’s
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Wednesdays & Thursdays, July 9 - July 31
Sunset Park, 1420 69th Street SE
Join the Auburn Community Fitness Team for four weeks of FREE outdoor fitness classes! These classes offer slow movements to focus on balance, stability, and relaxation. More information at www.auburnwa.gov/fitness. Pre-registration is not required; daily sign in is required.
Yoga | Wednesdays | July 9-30 | 7-8 pm
- This introductory Yoga class is appropriate for all fitness levels. Bring your mat and enjoy the summer evening in the park with a relaxing Yoga practice
HITT the Park | Thursdays | July 10-31 | 6-7pm
- Get your heart pumping with this high energy High Intensity Interval Training class. All equipment and instruction are provided.
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MORE FREE SUMMER FUN ALL SEASON LONG!!
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025
Throughout Auburn | 5pm – 9pm
Join us Tuesday, August 5th for National Night Out (NNO)! NNO is a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW). Residents in neighborhoods throughout the City of Auburn and across the nation are asked to come together to promote camaraderie and make our City a more caring place to live. All neighborhoods are encouraged to be a part of Auburn's NNO by registering their neighborhood event.
Check out Auburn's National Night Out page to get full details! Sign your neighborhood up today with this Online Registration Form!
Meet Us Downtown! Live in downtown Auburn or don't have a neighborhood event to attend? Come to City Hall Plaza! We'll have food, games, live music, and police and city staff on-hand to answer any questions you may have.
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POETS AT THE POSTMARK
Every first Wednesday
Wednesday, August 6 | 6:30 – 8pm
Postmark Center for the Arts
Come to our monthly Postmark Poetry Nights! Doors open at 6:00PM, poetry starts at 6:30PM. Arrive early to peruse artwork by local artists, bring a poem to share during the open mic, and bring a poetry book to swap for a poetry book at our book exchange!
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Les Gove Park
The Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk is an in-person fun run perfect for all ages and abilities! 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. All participants must register in advance. For registration and event details visit www.auburnwa.gov.
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Saturday, August 9 | 12pm-4pm
Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave
Second Saturdays are starting in Auburn for the summer! The City of Auburn is hosting free creative workshops and activities for all ages the second Saturday of each month at Auburn's new Postmark Center for the Arts. See below for our line-up of wonderful upcoming programming for summer 2025! Sponsored in part by Kiwanis Club of Auburn.
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August 9: Insight Books with guest artist Wendy Wahman
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September 13: Keep a Livin’ with guest reader Kathya Alexander
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SECOND SUNDAY FREE OPEN CLIMB
August 10
Les Gove Park | 11am-2pm | Ages 4 & up
Bring the family to the climbing wall in Les Gove Park for a FREE climb during the Auburn Farmers Market! This is a drop-in opportunity. All equipment, instruction and belayers will be provided.
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.
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FAMILY OPEN ROCK CLIMB
Wednesday, August 13
Les Gove Park | 5:30-7:30pm | Ages 4 & 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. Fee: $13/$16.
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.
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FARM OPEN DAY: A DAY ON THE FARM
Sunday, Aug. 17 | 11am - 4pm
Mary Olson Farm | 28728 Green River Road
Learn how to weave rag rugs, make butter, process apples for cider, among other farm activities that you would have seen on the Mary Olson Farm 100 years ago. All ages welcome to this FREE event!
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Fridays, August 22, 2025
City Hall Plaza | 5:30 - 8:30pm
Spend your summer Friday nights in downtown Auburn at the Party on the Plaza! This FREE event series features live music & dancing, delicious food trucks, a beer and wine garden, and a rotating lineup of fun, themed evenings. Join us for Cheeseburgers in Paradise and a Jimmy Buffet cover band on August 22! With great eats from Dick’s Drive-In, Boss Mama’s Kitchen, Paparepas, Bean Hut, and Swanky Scoop, there’s something for everyone. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and kick back in the heart of the city!
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Mary Olson Farm
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. Tickets on sale now – buy yours early for a discount!
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