Friday, July 4, 2025
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE

FREE (purchase wristband for $10 unlimited activities)

Celebrate our country's birthday at Les Gove Park. The event includes entertainment on two stages, a variety of craft artists, a car show, inflatable rides, euro-bungee trampolines, train rides and other fun activities for children. The event also offers a rock climbing wall, mini golf, bocce, food concessions, and so much more! Come see for yourself, this naturally shaded park and spray park will keep you cool during the afternoon.

Wristband sales begin at 10:00 AM.  You can purchase a wristband for $10 for unlimited activities which include all inflatable rides, ballistic swing, bungee trampolines, rock wall, train rides, mini golf, laser tag and balloon art.

A Giant Slide will be available for an additional fee. This attraction is not included in the wristband price.

Leashed, licensed and well-behaved pets welcome.

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

• General Vendor Application
• Food Vendor Application
• 2025 4th of July Festival Sponsorship Packages (PDF)
• Public Driving Directions & Parking Information (PDF)
• On-line Car Show registration
• Car Show Registration Form (PDF)
• Car Show Award Category Listing (PDF)
• Performance Inquiry Form
• Entertainment Schedule (PDF)**subject to change**
• Festival Map (PDF)

 

Contact Information: 
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator

Friday July 4, 2025
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Les Gove Park 

*****Car show participants: please use the entrance off 8th Street SE to enter the Car Show area.

Registration is $15 in advance or $25 on event day (if space permits). Advance registration by June 30. Sorry, no registration July 1-3. FREE dash plaque to first 200 paid participants. Awards in 15 categories (PDF).

The Car Show is held in conjunction with Auburn's 4th of July Festival. The event features live entertainment on two stages, children's activities (inflatable rides, train rides, rock wall and more!), food vendors, a variety of craft vendors, bocce, mini golf and much more. 

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

• On-line registration
• Registration Form (PDF)
• Car Show Award Category Listing (PDF)
• More information to come - check back!

 

Contact Information:
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator

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:

12:00pm-1:00pm - Green River Nursery demo

Giveaway: Misting fans.

 

Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars. 

Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

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:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• 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

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 9 - Army Reserve Rock Band. Playing great rock-n-roll music and more!

July 16 - Michael Powers - Contemporary Jazz guitar

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

Please join us and bring the whole family!

Come learn more about aviation and the Auburn Airport at this free event while enjoying great food, great company and the chance to be up close and personal with the people, planes and helicopters that make flight possible. Register for a Young Eagles flight online in advance to be one of the kids to fly for free (see airport website for requirements). We look forward to seeing you!

Please visit www.auburnmunicipalairport.com/airport-day for full details.

Visit Postmark Center for the Arts gallery, open to the public each Second Saturday from 12-4PM! Each month features FREE, all ages performances, crafts, and events!

Join us Saturday, July 12 to participate in a community mural here at Postmark Center for the Arts! Guided and designed by local artist Toka Valu, contribute your artistic hand in an all ages, beginner-friendly painting experience that will brighten the Postmark art studios pathway.

No materials needed, bring yourself, friends, and family!

Made possible by the Kiwanis Club of Auburn!

The City of Auburn program offers the opportunity for an artist to pursue their work in, and to be inspired by, the unique and beautiful setting of the Mary Olson Farm in Auburn, Washington. The residency lasts two months, providing the artist with a large indoor barn studio, a stipend, and access to the 67 acre farm.

1:00-3:00 PM | Open Rehearsal

Guests are invited to come and watch an open rehearsal session by Artist in Residence Jahnvi Madan, providing a preview of her new instrumental work.

FREE | ALL AGES

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:

11:00am-2:00pm - 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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

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:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• 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

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 9 - Army Reserve Rock Band. Playing great rock-n-roll music and more!

July 16 - Michael Powers - Contemporary Jazz guitar

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

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:

11:00am-12:00pm - 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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

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:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• 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

Join us for a two-part opening reception on July 23rd!

5 - 6:15PM: Postmark (20 Auburn Ave)– Curator talk at 5:30
6 - 7:30PM: Museum (918 H St SE) – Curator talk at 6:30

This exhibition is held in two places, Postmark Center for the Arts and White River Valley Museum. Join us for a two-part opening reception, first held at Postmark Center for the Arts, then at White River Valley Museum! Listen to artist talks with exhibition curators Ellen Ito and Jabari Owens-Bailey, enjoy light snacks, and mingle with artists!

Postmark Center for the Arts and the White River Valley Museum are hosting a competitive juried biennial art exhibition, titled Unprecedented: The Inaugural Postmark Biennial. How is art informed by the exceptional moment in which we are living? Curated by two esteemed jurors, Ellen Ito and Jabari Owens-Bailey, this exhibition includes eighteen artists living and working in Washington state. Unprecedented is interested in highlighting creative explorations in all media created from 2020 to the present.

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 9 - Army Reserve Rock Band. Playing great rock-n-roll music and more!

July 16 - Michael Powers - Contemporary Jazz guitar

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

The City of Auburn program offers the opportunity for an artist to pursue their work in, and to be inspired by, the unique and beautiful setting of the Mary Olson Farm in Auburn, Washington. The residency lasts two months, providing the artist with a large indoor barn studio, a stipend, and access to the 67 acre farm.

3:00-4:00 PM | Final Artist in Residence Performance

Artist in Residence Jahnvi Madan will be performing her new composition at the Postmark Center for the Arts. Her new piece pays homage to the farm’s story and her own connection between MOF and her own family's history of farming.

FREE | ALL AGES

Register now!

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:

11:00am-1:00pm - 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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

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:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• 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

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 9 - Army Reserve Rock Band. Playing great rock-n-roll music and more!

July 16 - Michael Powers - Contemporary Jazz guitar

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

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:

12:00pm-1:30pm - 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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

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:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• 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

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 9 - Army Reserve Rock Band. Playing great rock-n-roll music and more!

July 16 - Michael Powers - Contemporary Jazz guitar

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

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  

Interested in Sponsoring? 

Sponsorship Opportunities Here (PDF) 

For questions contact Amanda Valdez 253-931-3043

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:

Chili Cook between Auburn Police Dept. & Valley Regional Fire Authority!

11:00am-1:00pm - Chili Cook off

11:00am-2:00pm - 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

Kids Summerstage
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 13
12:00 PM
FREE!

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:

• July 9 - Reptile Isle - an educational, interactive reptile performance everyone enjoys.
• July 16 - Recess Monkey - everyone's favorite group of monkeys in back offering live performances! This trio provides high-energy family music that truly rocks!
• July 23 - Charlie Williams 'The Noiseguy' - a vocal sound impressionist and kids' comedian
• July 30 - The Magic of Jeff Evans - a fun, unforgettable, interactive magic show
• August 6 - Eric Ode - award-winning singer/songwriter offering fun, inclusive music for kids and families
• 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

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 9 - Army Reserve Rock Band. Playing great rock-n-roll music and more!

July 16 - Michael Powers - Contemporary Jazz guitar

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

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:

11:00am-12:00pm - 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

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:

Celebrating Community Day!

11:00am-2:00pm - Rock Wall is open 

Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars. 

Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043

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:

Celebrating Vendor Appreciation Day! 

Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars. 

Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043

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:

Giveaway: Farmers Market Shirt  

Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars. 

Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043

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:

Last day of the Market!

Many Market vendors accept EBT, SNAP Market Match, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC dollars. 

Email the Auburn Farmers Market
253-931-3043

Join us at our Halloween Harvest Festival and Trunk-or-Treat for kids ages 2-10 and their families.

This fun-filled fall afternoon will include games, crafts, BOO-seum, food vendors, and a fun Trunk-or-Treat experience 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. 

This event is held rain or shine! We have contingency plans for rain for 2025. Check back for updates are we get closer to event day. Rain or shine Les Gove Campus will be full of fun for the whole family!

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Looking to participate as a Trunk-or-Treat vendor?

Trunk-or-Treat Vendor Application

Trunk-or-Treat Vendor Deadline: Wednesday, October 8 at 5:00 PM.

Trunk-or-Treat vendor types:

• Non-Profit: $10 vendor fee
• Childcare Provider: $10 vendor fee
• Community Youth Recreation: $10 vendor fee
• Youth Education: $10 vendor fee
• Commercial/Retail:$25 vendor fee
• Organized School Groups: $0 vendor fee (free) 
• Family Group: $0 vendor fee (free) 

Participating trunks must provide giveaways and/or treats for at least 2,000 youth participants visiting the event. Participants may also provide informational materials about their programs. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative (fun, not scary) trunk. Participating organizations are also encouraged to dress up in costumes appropriate for a 2-10 year-old audience. The youth attending the event will Trunk-or-Treat around the path in Les Gove Park and enjoy outdoor games, arts & crafts, and fun. 

Trunk-or-Treat Vendor Application deadline is Wednesday, October 8 at 5:00 PM. Any applications received after October 8 will be considered on a space available basis. 

Interested in bringing your food truck or prepared food to the event?

Food vendor application

Please note we offer first-right-of-refusal to the previous years' food vendors. Returning food vendor deadline is June 30, 2025.

The Food Vendor Application deadline is Wednesday, October 1, 2025. 

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Interested in Sponsoring?

2025 Sponsorship Packages (PDF)

Contact Event Coordinators:
Email Kjerstin Lange or call 253-931-3043
Email Amanda Valdez or call 253-931-3403

The Almost 5K Glow Run & Walk is an in-person fun run, part of our new Almost 5k, Always Fun Run Series. The Glow Run & Walk is perfect for all ages and abilities! Join us for this fun event as we gear up to glow as the days become shorter. 

Early registration includes a t-shirt.

The Almost 5K Glow Run & Walk 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). Community Vendors will be onsite. Activities will keep the festivities going after you've completed your laps.

Registration closes October 30 (t-shirt sizes guaranteed through Jan 10).

Online Registration coming soon...

Questions? 
Contact Kjerstin Lange or call 253-931-3043

 

Auburn, Washington is typically designated by the Veterans Day National Committee and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Regional Site for the celebration of Veterans Day. The City of Auburn is proud to be a Vietnam War Commemorative Partner and considers it an honor and privilege to host this annual event. Auburn has hosted the Veterans Parade since 1965. The 2025 parade marks our 60th year! Over time, the parade has grown into one of the largest parades of its kind in the United States of America.

The purpose of Auburn's Veterans Parade & Observance is to positively focus on honoring our country's veterans and active military personnel. Through our parade, we focus recognition on congressionally recognized Veteran Service Organizations and their auxiliaries, the military and military reserve, National Guard and ROTC. The goals and purposes of Auburn's Veterans Parade & Observance are to give honor to our country's veterans and to their military missions of defending freedom around the world.

The 60th annual Veterans Parade will be held in Auburn on Saturday, November 8, 2025 starting at 11:00 AM. The parade typically boasts over 150 units and nearly 4,000 parade participants, including more than 10 marching bands, numerous military vehicles, veterans' units, honor guards and more.

The parade route travels along Main Street from E Street to A Street NW/SW. The day-long activities run from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Other related activities include: 

Saturday, November 8
Community Breakfast
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth Street SE

The breakfast is co-sponsored by the American Legion Auburn Post #78 and the City of Auburn. Join us for the annual Veteran's Parade Community Breakfast, held on Saturday, November 8, from 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM at the Auburn Senior Activity Center. The breakfast is $10/person and includes pancakes, eggs, ham, juice or coffee. 

Saturday, November 8
Remembrance Ceremony and Lighting of the Flame
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Veterans Memorial Park, 411 E Street NE

The flame is lit and guarded through the night at the memorial at Veterans Memorial Park. Wreath placement, rifle salute, prayers and taps encompass this ceremony held prior to the parade.  

Saturday, November 8
Auburn VFW Post 1741 Open House
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Auburn VFW, 130 W Main Street

This VFW Open House is exclusively for Veterans and Active-Duty Personnel. Come mix, meet and mingle with fellow Veterans! Food and refreshments will be served. 

Saturday, November 8
Auburn Veterans Day Marching Band Competition
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Auburn Memorial Stadium, 801 Fourth Street NE

One of the most prestigious band competitions in the State! Watch the 20-25+ bands in the parade, then look on as they compete in the Field Competition later in the afternoon at Auburn Memorial Stadium. Admission charged for Field Competition. 

Saturday, November 8
Auburn Noon Lions Veterans Luncheon
1:30 PM (doors open at 1:00 PM)
Merrill Gardens of Auburn, 18 First Street SE

The lunch program honors our Veterans, with special recognition given to our Dignitaries in attendance. The Governor's Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee's Outstanding Service to Veterans Award Recipients will be honored at the lunch, along with other special presentations. The luncheon is co-sponsored by the Auburn Noon Lions and the City of Auburn. This event has limited seating; we suggest making reservations early.

 "Our Heroes | Our Parade" Banner Tribute Program

This program was created to recognize and pay tribute to the brave men and women in Auburn who are serving, have served, or have given their life to our country in the United States Armed Forces. It also provides an opportunity for individuals, businesses and Veteran Service Organizations to support those who served by sponsoring a banner in downtown Auburn. Banner Tribute Program Application Forms will be available in July 2025.

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Official Forms and Helpful Information:

• View the livestream of the 2024 parade on the KOMO 4 Website or on KOMO 4 YouTube
• 2024 Parade Award Winners (PDF)
• Float Safety Requirements (PDF)

There is absolutely no parade parking in local business' parking lots. Please be courteous when parking in the areas surrounding the parade route. 

For dining and lodging information, please visit www.exploreauburn.com.

Contact Information:
Kristy Pachciarz, Special Events Coordinator
253-931-3043   

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FREE - This fun event celebrates the holidays and brings the community together to see what Auburn can build! Gingerbread structures will be on display at the Auburn Community & Events Center.  

Gingerbread Contest Application

Gingerbread Contest Rules (PDF)

Please note, this event is free and materials for displays are NOT provided. 

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VOTING

• Voting will be open December 3 - 17, 2025
• Vote during Auburn Community & Events Center's normal business hours,
  • Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Fridays, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturdays, 9:00 AM  - 12:00 PM
• There are two categories to vote in, youth and adult.

Based on votes from the public, a winner will be announced on Thursday, December 18, 2025.

Questions? Contact Amanda Valdez or call 253-931-3043. 

Saturday, December 6
Schedule of Events

• 3:30 PM.........Parade line up begins at Auburn High School
• 4:00 PM........Live music at City Hall, FREE
• 4:30 PM.........Parade begins, FREE
• After the parade ends
  • Tree Lighting & Visit from Santa, FREE
  • Live music at City Hall, FREE

City of Auburn's Lighted Santa Parade!

From Auburn High School to City Hall, lighted entries will fill Main Street with holiday joy!   

Beginning at 4:30 PM the parade will feature lighted vehicles, floats, cars, and walking entries. All community, families, non-profits, and businesses are welcome to participate.

All entries wishing to participate in the parade must register in advance by 5 PM on Friday, November 21, 2025. 

All entries must have a lighted element and adhere to parade rules.

• Parade Rules (PDF)
• Parade Application
• Parade Map (PDF)
• Street Closures (PDF)...coming soon
• Parade Line Up (PDF) coming December 1, 2025

Join us for live music before and after the City of Auburn parade at City Hall. Then watch as the community brings out their lighted holiday parade entries! We'll wrap up the event with the annual tree lighting at City hall plus a visit from Santa.      

FREE - This fun event celebrates the holidays and brings the community together to see what Auburn can build! Gingerbread structures will be on display at the Auburn Community & Events Center.  

Gingerbread Contest Application

Gingerbread Contest Rules (PDF)

Please note, this event is free and materials for displays are NOT provided. 

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VOTING

• Voting will be open December 3 - 17, 2025
• Vote during Auburn Community & Events Center's normal business hours,
  • Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Fridays, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturdays, 9:00 AM  - 12:00 PM
• There are two categories to vote in, youth and adult.

Based on votes from the public, a winner will be announced on Thursday, December 18, 2025.

Questions? Contact Amanda Valdez or call 253-931-3043. 

Celebrate the season with Santa! Join us for a festive morning the whole family will enjoy.  

All Ages.
Pre-Registration (not yet open) required.
Space is limited.

 You can expect a delicious breakfast served by Santa's elves, LIVE entertainment, and a visit from the big man himself! 

Check back for registration links and complete event details this Fall!

FREE - This fun event celebrates the holidays and brings the community together to see what Auburn can build! Gingerbread structures will be on display at the Auburn Community & Events Center.  

Gingerbread Contest Application

Gingerbread Contest Rules (PDF)

Please note, this event is free and materials for displays are NOT provided. 

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VOTING

• Voting will be open December 3 - 17, 2025
• Vote during Auburn Community & Events Center's normal business hours,
  • Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Fridays, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturdays, 9:00 AM  - 12:00 PM
• There are two categories to vote in, youth and adult.

Based on votes from the public, a winner will be announced on Thursday, December 18, 2025.

Questions? Contact Amanda Valdez or call 253-931-3043.