Summer Events

Summer is here! Our warm and sunny weather makes South King County a great place to enjoy outdoor events, and this newsletter provides you with information about wonderful summer activities taking place right here in our local communities. Listed below you’ll find details about local farmers markets, Fourth of July festivities, and community events throughout the summer. Clicking on the title of each event will also provide additional information.

I hope this newsletter helps you and your family enjoy South King County community events, local produce, and the beautiful summer weather!

Farmers Markets

Summer is an ideal season to eat healthy fruits and vegetables and our local farmers markets provide the opportunity to purchase fresh produce from local farmers. These markets also host fun activities, crafts from local artisans, and are a great way to interact with the community!

Burien Farmers Market
Thursdays 11am–6pm through October 31st
Burien Town Square Park
206-433-2882
Accepts EBT cards and Farmers Market Nutrition Program Senior and WIC vouchers

Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market
Saturdays 10am–2pm through October 26th
Des Moines Marina - North Lot
206-650-3383
Accepts EBT cards and Farmers Market Nutrition Program Senior and WIC vouchers

Kent Farmers Market
Saturdays 9am–2pm through September 28th
Town Square Plaza in Downtown Kent
253-486-9316
Accepts Farmers Market Nutrition Program Senior and WIC vouchers

Renton Farmer’s Market at the Piazza
Tuesdays 3pm-7pm through September 24th
Piazza in Downtown Renton
425-430-7214
Accepts Farmers Market Nutrition Program Senior and WIC vouchers

Fourth of July Events

Our nation’s Independence Day provides a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the outdoors! Listed below are family-friendly events that feature parades, carnivals, and fireworks displays.

92nd Annual Burien Independence Day Parade
3pm–5pm in Downtown Burien
206-575-1633

Fireworks Over Des Moines
Firework display begins approximately 10pm at the Des Moines Marina/Beach Park
206-870-6527

Kent’s Fourth of July Splash
A full day of events from noon–11pm at Lake Meridian Park
253-856-5050

Normandy Park’s Fourth of July Community Celebration
With a Fun Run, Children’s Parade, and Social at the Cove, 10am–1pm
206-248-7603

Renton’s Fabulous 4th of July
Activities throughout the day, noon–approximately 11pm at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
425-430-6600

SeaTac’s 4th of July Celebration and Carnival
A full day of fun from 11am–11pm at Angle Lake Park
206-973-4671

Tukwila’s Family 4th At the Fort
A day of family fun and fireworks, 4pm–approximately 11pm at Fort Dent Park
206-768-2822

Other Community Events

In addition to the Fourth of July, there are great events taking place throughout South King County this summer. Here are just a few of the ways you can have fun with the community while enjoying the wonderful weather!

Burien – Music in the Park
July 11 through August 15, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:30–8pm
North SeaTac Park and Lake Burien School Park
206-988-3700
Enjoy local musical groups of various genres!

Des Moines – Classic Car and Wooden Boat Show
July 20th from 10am–3pm
Des Moines Marina
206-878-4595
Features more than 200 classic cars, 30 wooden boats, 20 vendors, and live entertainment!

Kent Cornucopia Days
July 11 through 14th
Events held at various times and locations
253-852-5466
South King County’s largest family festival features a Street Fair, a Grand Parade on Sunday, and more!

Normandy Park Summer Concerts
July 21 through August 25, Sundays from 5–6:30pm
Marvista Park
206-248-7603
Come listen to a variety of music in the warm summer weather!

Renton River Days
July 26th through 28th
Liberty Park
425-430-6528
The 28th Annual Renton River Days features a parade, activities for kids, live entertainment, the fun Rubber Ducky Derby, and more!

SeaTac – Theatre In the Park
July 26th and August 3rd at 7pm
Angle Lake Park
206-973-4680
Enjoy the plays the “The Tempest” and “Cinderella, an Egyptian Story” performed by local performers!

Tukwila Kids Festival
August 10th from noon–4pm
Cascade View Park
206 768-2822
With interactive booths and exhibits, this event is fun for the whole family!

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