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 "It's always a little different, racing on your hometown track. It makes it more special."
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NHRA Northwest Nationals begins this weekend!
 The roar is back! The 36th annual NHRA Northwest Nationals are underway at Pacific Raceways, and it’s going to be a weekend to remember.
Whether you’ve been attending for decades or are just discovering the thrill of 300+ mph drag racing, there’s something truly electric about this event. Friday night’s “Qualifying Under the Lights” returns again this year and it was nothing short of spectacular in 2024. Pair that with the iconic Cacklefest, live music, great food, and the energy of thousands of fans, and you've got an unforgettable night ahead.
I’ll be there and I hope to see you, too!
 Saturday is packed with action: qualifying rounds for pro stockers, funny cars, top fuel dragsters, plus autograph sessions, food vendors, and more. Then on Sunday, the excitement builds as elimination rounds determine the champions. We'll kick things off that morning with the Track Walk and Pre-Race Ceremonies -- always one of my favorite moments.
We’re wishing all drivers and teams a safe, thrilling weekend of racing!
📅 July 18 - 20
⏰ All day
📍 Pacific Raceways, 31001 144th Ave SE, Kent, Wash.
💲 Tickets
Welcoming racing royalty to Auburn
 What a thrill to help kick off race weekend right here in Auburn at the Muckleshoot Casino Resort! I had the pleasure of joining four incredible NHRA drivers for the official press conference as they geared up for the Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways.
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Antron Brown, the reigning Top Fuel world champ, with four titles and 81 career wins. He’s already taken a win this season and will be chasing his fifth in Seattle.
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Ron Capps, a three-time Funny Car world champion, who got his very first NHRA win right here in Seattle back in 1995. He’s currently sitting third in the standings and is always a fan favorite.
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Dallas Glenn, a standout Pro Stock driver -- and a Seattle-area native! He grew up racing at Pacific Raceways and is coming in hot with three wins this season and second place in the points.
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Shawn Reed, another Pacific Northwest local, driving the Reed Trucking & Excavating Top Fuel Dragster. He’s chasing his first Top Fuel win, and I know the home crowd will be cheering him on.
After the press conference, fans stuck around for a free $15,000 Mission Foods Machine Tournament featuring both Ron Capps and Shawn Reed. It was a blast to watch the competition heat up before the engines even started!
Thank you to NHRA and the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe for hosting such a fantastic kickoff event -- and for continuing to make Auburn a destination for world-class racing.
Thinking about racing? Start here
 Have you ever wanted to test your own car on a drag strip—but safely and legally? The NHRA’s Street Legal program is the perfect way to get started. For just $65, you can earn your NHRA License and see what your car can do on a real track, not the street. From daily drivers to souped-up hot rods, there's a place for everyone.
New for 2025: More ways to experience the action
 The Finish Line Club – Relax pit-side at the 1,000-foot mark, enjoy lunch, drinks, and premium views. Sponsored by Explore Auburn! ($75 upgrade)
The Launch Club – 35 feet from the dragstrip. Feel the power, grab a bite, and enjoy private amenities. ($100 upgrade)
The 1320 Bar – A brand-new, 21+ area near the spectator gate. Drinks, yard games, and a front-row view of the finish line. ($60 at the gate, $50 in advance)
Hospitality upgrades are limited and going fast—visit nhra.com or contact the track directly to grab yours.
Let’s make some noise, Auburn, and I'll see you at the track!
 Join us in the heart of downtown next Friday for Party on the Plaza's Rock the Block -- a free event filled with live music, delicious food trucks, a beer and wine garden, and the perfect community vibe.
Each event brings a different theme, so mark your calendar and plan your feast:
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📅 July 25 – Rock the Block | Amp up your summer with rockin’ tunes and street food favorites.
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📅 August 22 – Cheeseburger in Paradise | Say goodbye to summer with tropical vibes, burgers, fries, and cool treats.
 Featuring mouthwatering eats from Dick’s Drive-In, La Costenita Cuisine, Paparepas, Tacos Cortes, El Koreano, Tabassum, Alaskan Dumplings, Boss Mama’s Kitchen, DelFino's, Bean Hut, and Swanky Scoop. Plus, a car show in August!
So grab your friends, bring your appetite, and let’s turn City Hall Plaza into the place to be this summer.
See you on the plaza!
📅 Friday, July 25
⏰ 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
📍 City Hall Plaza | 25 W. Main Street
 We had a great time at the Auburn Municipal Airport Saturday for Auburn Airport Days! Over 200 kids got to fly high around Auburn and the White River Valley -- for free, might I add -- as part of the Young Eagles Flights Club.
 I loved seeing all of the families come out to see all of what our airport has to offer, including a series of new murals painted alongside the runway.
We're already looking forward to next year!
One of our beloved members of Team Auburn passed away earlier this year and this Saturday is her celebration of life. I wanted to take a moment to share a few photos of Tracy alongside the obituary written in her honor.
Tracy was a valuable member of our Auburn Police Department team and the city as a whole, and there are so many people who will miss and remember her each and every day.
Tracy, if you're able to read this from somewhere, just know you were loved and we're so glad we had the pleasure of knowing you.
 With Heavy Hearts, We Share the Passing of One of Our Own
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of an integral member of the Auburn Police family after a courageous 10-month battle with Platinum Resistant Ovarian Cancer.
Tracey Carter, who served as a Police Records Supervisor since 2018 for our department and community with unwavering dedication, strength, and compassion, was more than a colleague – she was family. Her commitment to service, her kindness, and her resilience touched everyone who had the privilege of working alongside her.
Her legacy will continue to inspire us, and her absence leaves a deep void in our hearts and within our department. Tracey was preceded in death by her son, Tommy Carter. She leaves behind sons, Travis and Tyler Carter. As well as her beloved dogs Monte, Leo, Frankie, and Biscuit. We extend our deepest condolences to her loved ones.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Tracey this Saturday at The Auburn Veteran’s Memorial Park (building) beginning at 6 pm. Casual attire or wear your favorite sports team. Tracey loved sports and spending time at the beach in Oregon.
Rest in peace, Tracey. You will never be forgotten.
 The Auburn Community Yard Sale is back! While registration to shop a sale is closed, you can find sales online -- just keep this page bookmarked.
Pick up a Yard Sale sign (11” x 17”) at the Customer Service Center, 1 E Main Street after July 1, 2025, open Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Be sure to also check out our Online Yard Sale Toolkit listed below:
Tips for a Successful Yard Sale (PDF)
Inventory Sheet (PDF)
Yard Sale Signs (PDF)
Donation and Reuse Locations (PDF)
For any further questions please email recycling@auburnwa.gov.
📅 Friday, Saturday and Sunday July 18-20
⏰ Various times
📍 All across Auburn
 Auburn’s Civics Academy is returning for Fall 2025! Register for the opportunity to be a part of the 2025 sessions happening September – November!
And if you're wondering -- yes, it IS open to City of Auburn employees!
What is it?
The 2025 Auburn Civics Academy is a 9-week course held one/two evening(s) a week from 6 - 8:30 p.m. beginning Thursday, September 4, 2025 with three Saturday sessions on September 6, September 20, and September 7 from 9 a.m. - noon. Classes are held in multiple locations in Auburn, and a meal and/or snacks is provided at each session. Attendees must be willing to commit to attendance of sessions (can miss THREE sessions and still graduate).
Who can apply?
- Anyone who is an Auburn resident, business owner/employee, in school (16-years and older), has a general interest in Auburn, and not running or currently serving in a political office. Priority will be given to Auburn residents.
- Participants must be willing to commit to the attendance of all sessions (you can miss two and still graduate).
What financial assistance is offered?
One of the ways we’re addressing equity within Neighborhood Programs is to reduce barriers that would stop community members from participating in events. The City of Auburn offers financial assistance (child / adult care vouchers, transportation assistance) to remove those barriers. This also includes food, as we provide a dinner every week before starting the class. For community members interested, there's a question on the first page of the application and after it's selected we will connect and get that process rolling.
What are the objectives of this Academy?
- To involve and engage residents and businesses in learning about and understanding the operation of city government, and to improve communications between the City and those who live and work here.
- To provide insight into how decisions are made, how City funds are allocated, and how City departments operate.
- To empower and encourage a larger number of residents and business owners to become more civically engaged in the future decisions affecting Auburn's quality of life.
For more info: Visit Auburn’s Civics Academy Page or connect with Keisha Taylor, ktaylor@auburnwa.gov, 253-285-7012.
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Auburn Farmers Market
The Auburn Farmers 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 learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market Page.
Shop from 40 farm, food, and craft vendors! Visit the information booth for a free Market tote.
Entertainment Schedule:
11 a.m. - Noon - The Reptile Man
Giveaway: Kid Kit: Veggie Race Kit
Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars.
Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043
📅 Sunday, July 20
⏰ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 1140 Auburn Way South
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Make and Mingle @ Postmark
Stop by the Postmark for our Make & Mingle session! Join us for a cup of coffee with whatever art project you might be working on. A free, no-pressure environment for artists and creatives to gather... you can talk with other artists, ask for feedback or critique from on-site staff if available, bring your sketchbook to work out ideas, or just quietly draw in the gallery or work on your art! Intended for ages 18+.
📅 Wednesdays
⏰ 10 a.m. - Noon
📍 Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave.
💲 Free
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Kids Summerstage
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:
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July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
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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
Performance Inquiry Form
Contact Information:
Email Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
📅 Wednesday, July 23
⏰ Noon - 1 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 910 9th St. SE
💲 Free
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Summer Sounds
The perfect summer entertainment series the whole family will enjoy!
Pack up a picnic blanket and dinner and enjoy the various performances. The series will be held at the parks shelter beside the Discovery Playground.
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM from July 9 to August 13.
Line-up:
July 23 - The Flea Circus - “The unorthodox union between Hawaii’s soul and Rock and Roll!”
July 30 - Never Haz Been - Classic Rock
August 6 - Seastar - Contemporary Celtic folk music
August 13 - Cosmic Vinyl - Electrifying hits from the 60’s to the 80’s
📅 Wednesday, July 23
⏰ 6:30 - 8 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 910 9th St. SE
💲 Free
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Drop-In Drawing @ Postmark
Come stop by for our new Drop-In Drawing sessions at the Postmark! A free, no-pressure environment for artists and creatives to drop-in to draw from a still life or the gallery. Stay for whole two hours or only 10 minutes. Bring tools to either shade or color with, and your own sketchbook or drawing pad. There will be on-site help for critique/questions/advice. All are welcome.
Ages: 15+
Registration: $0
Instructor: Postmark Staff
📅 Fridays
⏰ 10 a.m. - Noon
📍 Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave.
💲 Free
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Drop-In Painting With Amy Sie @ Postmark
Amy Sie is offering Drop-In Gongbi Painting sessions at the Postmark! A free, no-pressure environment for you to start a new painting, or work on an old one. Please bring your own tools and materials for watercolor painting. On-site help for critique/questions/advice. All are welcome.
Ages: 18+
Fee: $0
Instructor: Amy Sie
📅 Fridays
⏰ 10 a.m. - Noon
📍 Postmark Center for the Arts | 20 Auburn Ave.
💲 Free
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Party on the Plaza: Rock the Block
Spend your summer Friday nights in downtown Auburn at Party on the Plaza! This FREE event series features live music, delicious food trucks, a beer and wine garden, and a rotating lineup of fun, themed evenings. Enjoy the Taco Festival on June 27 with a free car show, Rock the Block on July 25, and Cheeseburger in Paradise on August 22 with another car show! With great eats from Dick’s Drive-In, La Costenita Cuisine, Paparepas, Tacos Cortes, El Koreano, Alaskan Dumplings, Tabassum, Boss Mama’s Kitchen, DelFino's, 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!
📅 Friday, July 25
⏰ 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
📍 City Hall Plaza | 25 W. Main Street
💲 Free
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Auburn Community Junior Players: Seusical, Jr.
"Oh, the thinks you can think" when Dr. Seuss' best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Watch the Auburn Community Junior Players as they bring Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all your favorite Dr. Seuss characters to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza!
All Tickets: $15
📅 July 25, 26, 27 and 31
⏰ Various times
📍 Auburn Riverside Theater | 501 Oravetz Road SE
💲 Tickets ($15)
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Bon Odori 2025
Join us for White Riverʼs 2025 Bon Odori on July 26th from 4 - 9:30 PM. The event is free and all are welcome to join our festivities - from the Okinawan Kenjin-Kai Eisa Taiko Performance, Kidsʼ Obon Dance, Service, Dancing, the Seattle Matsuri Taiko Performance, and last but not least FOOD!
Cost: FREE - Please visit the Facebook event page for additional information.
📅 Saturday, July 26
⏰ 4 - 9:30 p.m.
📍 White River Buddhist Temple | 3625 Auburn Way North
💲 Free
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Barnyard Dance
Free! Family Friendly Event!
Live music, line dancing, and delicious food in the Barnyard!
Joins us for a fun family evening on the farm with live country music from Kaitie Wade, great food available for purchase from Stacks Burgers, and tons of fun activities!
Learn to rope, have animal encounters with our barnyard friends, and explore the historic Mary Olson Farm!
For contact info and full schedule, please visit www.wrvmuseum.org.
📅 Saturday, July 26
⏰ 5 - 8 p.m.
📍 Mary Olson Farm | 28728 Green River Road
💲 Free
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Auburn Farmers Market
The Auburn Farmers 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 learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market Page.
Shop from 40 farm, food, and craft vendors! Visit the information booth for a free Market tote.
Entertainment Schedule:
11 a.m. - Noon - Veggie Races
Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars.
Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043
📅 Sunday, July 27
⏰ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 1140 Auburn Way South
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Kids Summerstage
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:
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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
Performance Inquiry Form
Contact Information:
Email Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
📅 Wednesday, July 30
⏰ Noon - 1 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 910 9th St. SE
💲 Free
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Summer Sounds
The perfect summer entertainment series the whole family will enjoy!
Pack up a picnic blanket and dinner and enjoy the various performances. The series will be held at the parks shelter beside the Discovery Playground.
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM from July 9 to August 13.
Line-up:
July 30 - Never Haz Been - Classic Rock
August 6 - Seastar - Contemporary Celtic folk music
August 13 - Cosmic Vinyl - Electrifying hits from the 60’s to the 80’s
📅 Wednesday, July 30
⏰ 6:30 - 8 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 910 9th St. SE
💲 Free
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Auburn Farmers Market
The Auburn Farmers 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 learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market Page.
Shop from 40 farm, food, and craft vendors! Visit the information booth for a free Market tote.
Entertainment Schedule:
Noon - 1:30 p.m.: Flight club Parrot Demo
Giveaway:Temporary Tattoos
Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars.
Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043
📅 Sunday, Aug. 3
⏰ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 1140 Auburn Way South
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National Night Out
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!
📅 Tuesday, Aug. 5
⏰ 6 p.m.
📍 Throughout Auburn
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Yoga in the Garden
Yoga in the Garden Join certified yoga instructor Vicky Lee French at Soos Creek Botanical Garden for Yoga in the Garden this Summer! Enjoy a series of 8 classes in a beautiful garden setting in their outdoor pavilion. Classes are weekly on Wednesdays starting July 9th and ending on August 27th. Come for one or the entire series. Just drop in. No pre-registration required. Each participant will be asked to sign a hold harmless agreement. Classes begin at 8:45am and end at 9:45am. The charge is $10. per class, cash or check, payable to Soos Creek Botanical Garden. No charge for Garden volunteers. Proceeds go toward Garden maintenance. Bring a yoga mat, water, and wear loose fitting clothing. All levels of yoga experience are welcome.
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 6
⏰ 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.
📍 Soos Creek Botanical Garden | 29308 132nd Avenue
💲 $10
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Kids Summerstage
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:
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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
Performance Inquiry Form
Contact Information:
Email Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 6
⏰ Noon - 1 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 910 9th St. SE
💲 Free
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Summer Sounds
The perfect summer entertainment series the whole family will enjoy!
Pack up a picnic blanket and dinner and enjoy the various performances. The series will be held at the parks shelter beside the Discovery Playground.
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM from July 9 to August 13.
Line-up:
August 6 - Seastar - Contemporary Celtic folk music
August 13 - Cosmic Vinyl - Electrifying hits from the 60’s to the 80’s
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 6
⏰ 6:30 - 8 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 910 9th St. SE
💲 Free
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Almost 5K Poker Fun Run, Walk, or Stroll
The Almost 5K Poker Fun Run, Walk, or Stroll 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
$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, or Stroll 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 6:30 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
- 6:30 PM - Poker Run route opens
- 8:30 PM - Poker Run closes
📅 Friday, Aug. 8
⏰ 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 910 9th St. SE
💲 Register ($16 pre-registration, $22 in person)
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Auburn Farmers Market
The Auburn Farmers 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 learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market Page.
Shop from 40 farm, food, and craft vendors! Visit the information booth for a free Market tote.
Entertainment Schedule:
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. - Chili Cook off
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Second Sunday Rock Wall (FREE!)
Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars.
Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043
📅 Sunday, Aug. 10
⏰ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 1140 Auburn Way South
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Yoga in the Garden
Yoga in the Garden Join certified yoga instructor Vicky Lee French at Soos Creek Botanical Garden for Yoga in the Garden this Summer! Enjoy a series of 8 classes in a beautiful garden setting in their outdoor pavilion. Classes are weekly on Wednesdays starting July 9th and ending on August 27th. Come for one or the entire series. Just drop in. No pre-registration required. Each participant will be asked to sign a hold harmless agreement. Classes begin at 8:45am and end at 9:45am. The charge is $10. per class, cash or check, payable to Soos Creek Botanical Garden. No charge for Garden volunteers. Proceeds go toward Garden maintenance. Bring a yoga mat, water, and wear loose fitting clothing. All levels of yoga experience are welcome.
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 13
⏰ 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.
📍 Soos Creek Botanical Garden | 29308 132nd Avenue
💲 $10
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Kids Summerstage
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:
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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
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 13
⏰ Noon - 1 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 910 9th St. SE
💲 Free
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Summer Sounds
The perfect summer entertainment series the whole family will enjoy!
Pack up a picnic blanket and dinner and enjoy the various performances. The series will be held at the parks shelter beside the Discovery Playground.
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM from July 9 to August 13.
Line-up:
August 13 - Cosmic Vinyl - Electrifying hits from the 60’s to the 80’s
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 13
⏰ 6:30 - 8 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 910 9th St. SE
💲 Free
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Auburn Farmers Market
The Auburn Farmers 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 learn about healthy food choices, and overall health and well-being. View more information on the Auburn Farmers Market Page.
Shop from 40 farm, food, and craft vendors! Visit the information booth for a free Market tote.
Entertainment Schedule:
11 a.m. - noon - Dekoboko Taiko Japanese drumming
Giveaway: Kid Kit: Farm animal Scratchers
Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars.
Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043
📅 Sunday, Aug. 17
⏰ 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
📍 Les Gove Park | 1140 Auburn Way South
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Farm Open Day: A Day on the Farm
Admission is Free!
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!
For contact info and full schedule, please visit www.wrvmuseum.org.
📅 Sunday, Aug. 17
⏰ 5 - 8 p.m.
📍 Mary Olson Farm | 28728 Green River Road
💲 Free
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Mt. Rainier was out and proud at Auburn Airport Day!
 Auburn is rich with history — from historical Main Street to the artifacts preserved throughout White River Valley Museum — I am excited to share these stories with all of you each week.
(Image courtesy of White River Valley Museum)
Watermelon has been cultivated in warm regions of Asia and Africa for thousands of years, only arriving in North America in the 1500s with invading Spanish colonists. Tom Iseri of Auburn is seen here enjoying watermelon at a picnic c. 1940 – a watermelon that was most likely grown in Washington state. While Washington has never been a major producer of melons for national consumption, in 1940 roughly 220,000 watermelons were grown here, mostly for sale in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.
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