Family events in Kent, WA

Friday Night Movies turns Legacy Square in downtown Renton into a welcoming, all-ages outdoor cinema experience. This installment features the new live action version of Lilo & Stitch, a warm and funny tale about a Hawaiian girl and the unexpected alien friend whose arrival helps her family heal. Expect food trucks, pre-movie entertainment, and the feature film, with early arrivals able to enjoy themed activities, hands-on fun, and concessions that capture the spirit of the story. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to create a cozy spot under the stars. The series continues with additional titles including Black Panther, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, Pokémon Detective Pikachu, Crazy Rich Asians, and In The Heights.

Postmark Center for the Arts hosts a monthly program featuring free, all-ages performances, crafts, and activities. This edition celebrates the rich art and music of India with Fragile History, a presentation by Shruti Ghatak on the endangered tradition of Indian terracotta temple reliefs. The talk explores their history, symbolism, and cultural importance while connecting the tradition to contemporary art and community dialogue, followed by a brief Q&A. The program continues with a musical performance by Dhawayam, a band of high school students performing South Indian fusion music. Admission is free and open to all ages.

Hosted by the Federal Way Diversity Commission and the City of Federal Way, this community festival brings people together at Town Square Park to celebrate the many cultures and communities that make the city a vibrant place to live, work, and play. Look forward to lively sights and sounds that showcase the area’s diversity in a warm, welcoming setting. The Vox Hiberniae Seattle Show is a sponsor and will host a booth offering merchandise that supports The Donegal Donkey Sanctuary. This free, all ages event invites the whole community to connect and enjoy the day.

Drum Roll Wine hosts a family friendly playdate created for parents and kids. The venue welcomes all ages, and this gathering is set aside specifically for families to connect. It offers an easy way to meet local parents while children socialize and play. Bring a favorite game, pack some snacks, or simply come with your kiddo. No reservation is required.

Legacy Square hosts an evening with Clinton Fearon and his band, bringing a classic roots reggae sound shaped by soulful rhythms, vivid storytelling, and layered harmonies. Local food trucks will be on site, and an all-ages beverage garden will be available. Attendees are welcome to bring blankets and chairs, relax with friends and family, and enjoy a community-centered night beneath the summer sky. This performance is part of a seasonal concert series at the venue.

Emerald Downs Racing returns to Auburn with an afternoon of live thoroughbred competition at Emerald Downs. The experience moves from quiet preparation in the paddock to split-second choices along the rail, and each race introduces a new matchup with plenty to watch beyond the finish line.

This market offers free food for all. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and additional items are available at no cost. Distribution continues until the food runs out. Please bring your own bags. Everyone is welcome.

Meet adoptable dogs from Smidget Rescue at Coastal Farm & Ranch in Auburn. The dogs will be available to visit with for the entire event, so there is no need to rush to the start. Those interested in adopting should know there is a process that includes an application, a reference check, and a home visit. Placements are determined by best fit rather than arrival order, and adoptions are not finalized on the same day.

My Gym Kent presents action filled Summer Camps for school break, offering three hour drop off sessions that blend movement and creativity. Children explore gymnastics stations, ninja style obstacle courses, high energy fitness games, and themed crafts, with activities that change daily so each visit feels fresh. Themes rotate throughout the season, including Pokémon, Toy Story, Outer Space, Minions Mayhem, Super Mario Bros, Bugs and Butterflies, Superheroes, K-Pop Demon Hunters, Everything Disney, and Gymnastics and Ninja Training. Families can reserve a single day or choose multi day bundles for savings, and days may be used across different weeks. Camps welcome both members and nonmembers, space is limited, and advance registration is required. My Gym grip socks are required for all participants and can be purchased through your online account for 3.50 per pair plus tax. The program is designed for children ages 2.5 to 10.5 who are potty trained and comfortable separating from a caregiver. Please send a small peanut free snack and a labeled water bottle. The price per camp day is 55 dollars. Camp days are nonrefundable and nontransferable, and all sales are final.

Join an immersive two-week youth drama experience for ages 11 to 18, held at the Covington City Hall Community Room. Campers will explore theater through drama games, skill-building workshops, and rehearsals, and the session ends with a special non-musical performance of Aladdin for friends and family. Camp runs Monday through Friday, and the second Friday includes an evening performance with students asked to arrive early. No acting experience is required. Bring a water bottle, snack, pencil, and camp folder each day.

Join a relaxed baby story time at the library, featuring nursery rhymes, songs, and stories for babies from newborn up to 12 months. Adults can connect and have fun with other families, and there’s up to 30 minutes of play time afterward. Toddlers and older siblings are welcome too. Registration isn’t required, though space is limited.

The market returns to Piazza Park with local farmers, fresh food, and welcoming faces. Each week, more than 70 vendors present produce grown in Washington, honey, meats and cheeses, freshly baked treats, flower bouquets, and handcrafted goods. Families will find activities for children, musicians add to the atmosphere, and a variety of prepared meals makes skipping kitchen duty easy. Admission is free, the event goes on in any weather, and convenient complimentary parking is available nearby at City Center Garage.

Explore the shore of the Salish Sea with Harbor WildWatch during a guided beach walk at Dash Point State Park. Biologists and volunteer naturalists lead a hands-on look at the intertidal world, sharing beach etiquette and helping participants observe and gently handle creatures such as sea stars, crabs, and sea anemones while explaining how these animals survive and interact. The program also highlights challenges facing ocean habitats and practical ways people can support healthy marine ecosystems. This activity welcomes all ages and experience levels, making it a good fit for families, school groups, and anyone curious about local marine life. Walks typically last about 60 to 90 minutes, and participants may leave early if needed. The program runs rain or shine, so dress for changing conditions. Closed-toe shoes that can get wet and muddy are recommended, like rain boots, water shoes, or older sneakers. Bring water, sunscreen, layers, and a snack if desired. There is no fee to attend, with an optional donation of $2 per person or $5 per family. A Discover Pass is required for parking at Dash Point State Park and can be purchased as a $50 annual pass or a $10 day pass, available online in advance or at the park’s pay stations. Park in designated areas and display the pass. The group meets in the grassy area by the picnic tables before the beach. Staff and volunteers wear blue, and late arrivals can head to the shoreline to find the group. Expect a low sloping beach with cobble, gravel, sand, mud, and occasional boulders. Restrooms and drinking water are available.

Enjoy a relaxed summer evening focused on volleyball and fellowship, with hamburgers or hot dogs and kid friendly activities. This casual gathering offers an easy way to spend time with friends and get to know new people. Open to everyone. For questions, call (253) 833-5644 or email office@aubnaz.org or jehz@aubnaz.org.

Connect with veterans, military families, and community supporters at a PNWVets Community Meet‑Up centered on relationships, respect for service, and shared purpose. Led by PNWVets, the region’s largest veteran‑led alliance, this gathering focuses on meaningful conversation and practical support. Participants can meet peers from across the Pacific Northwest, learn about local networks and trusted resources, and take part in activities that strengthen community. The event highlights how PNWVets uplifts lives through service efforts, remembrance gatherings, and engagement at the county level. There are simple ways to get involved without fees or fundraising, with an emphasis on genuine connection. PNWVets is a volunteer‑driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit that links veterans throughout the region, supports veterans and their families through peer networks, honors those currently serving as well as the fallen, and builds local community county by county. Veterans, active duty, Guard and Reserve, families, supporters, and community members are all welcome. The focus is clear, because real connection can save lives, and this gathering brings people together in a local and meaningful way.

Renton Parks & Recreation presents the season's second Summer Concert at the Kid Valley Stage in Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, featuring Between 2 Gregs performing live.

Head to Morrill Meadows Park for the Kent Summer Concert Series featuring The Scrunchies, a Seattle-based 80s cover band. Expect a fun lineup of dance hits and party favorites from the decade, with music running from early evening through 8:00 PM.