August 22, 2024 |

Free Community Play Day

King County Play Equity Coalition and Tukwila Parks and Recreation are teaming up to host a Community Play Day! There will be hundreds of youth and families joining the Play Day at the Tukwila Community Center on September 15 from noon to 3pm. The day will be filled with fun activities for all ages, including sports, games, music, food, and more. Kids can try soccer, street hockey, roller derby, basketball, skateboarding, nature walks, and more. A range of adaptive activities will also be available. 

Participants will receive a free lunch and many opportunities for prizes along the way. 

Adults will have the opportunity to participate in a pickleball tournament and cheer on their kids throughout the day. 

Join in on the fun! Register for FREE here. 

August 22, 2024 |

Bat Walk and Workshop

Join Bats Northwest, Green Tukwila, and Woodland Park Zoo for a bat workshop and outdoor walk around the Tukwila Community Center! You’ll learn all about local bat populations and how you can help them through the Bat Activity Trends (BAT) community science program.

They’ll cover questions like: Why are bats important? Where do they live? Are there bats in my neighborhood? How do I know when there is a bat in the sky above me? Where and when are bats active around western Washington?

This event is perfect for any bird and wildlife enthusiasts who want to learn more about our own backyard. The two-hour workshop is completely free, but registration is required. Signup now before it books up! Register here. 

Please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for outdoor weather. 

July 23, 2024 |

National Night Out

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. This event culminates annually on the first Tuesday in August in communities across the country. 

Get to know your neighbors, officers, fire fighters, the City leaders and staff serving the City of Tukwila! Join us at Westfield Southcenter for National Night Out in partnership with the Tukwila Police Department. Enjoy games, giveaways, food and more! Located in the Sky Terrace on Level 3 West by AMC.  

For more on National Night Out, visit natw.org

June 26, 2024 |

First Annual Tukwila Hullabaloo

Sometimes, you don’t need a fancy reason to celebrate other than to show love and appreciation for your community.

Join us for the first annual Tukwila Hullabaloo at Joseph Foster Memorial Park on August 17 at 11 AM.

There will be entertainment, delicious food, art and craft vendors, and a variety of games for all ages. This is a great opportunity to create lasting memories and strengthen our bond as a community.

The schedule for the day includes

    • Furry Fun Run/Walk Around Foster Memorial Part (10:30am registration / 11am start)
    • Live music by Kim Archer Band (11am)
    • Pet Content (1:30am)
      • Best Trick
      • Best Costume
      • Best Owner / Pet Look-a-like
    • Live music by Brian Vogan & His Good Buddies (2pm)

If you’re interested in being a vendor at this event contact parksrec@tukwilawa.gov.

June 26, 2024 |

End of Summer BASH

We’re changing the tone for those end-of-summer blues on August 30 at 6 PM.

End the summer with a party and join us at the Tukwila Community Center for the BASH!

We’re talking exciting games for kids, a whole line of food trucks, and even some back-to-school swag.

The festivities wrap with a showing of everyone’s favorite martial arts bear, Kung Fu Panda 4.

Celebrate the end of another amazing summer and “karate kick” off the start of another great school year! 

May 24, 2024 |

Family Friendly Concert in the Park

Concert in the Park is back! Join us at Joseph Foster Memorial Park on Wednesday, July 24 at 5:30 PM for a special performance by local favorite, Brian Vogan and his Good Buddies.

Dance along to the fun, inclusive, and interactive music artfully created for all ages to enjoy.

For more than a decade, Brian Vogan and his Good Buddies have been making music for children and their parents and performing across the Pacific Northwest.

Concert in the Park is open to everyone and visitors are encouraged to bring seating, water, and snacks along for the show. 

May 24, 2024 |

Celebrate Juneteenth in Tukwila

The City of Tukwila is proud to once again officially recognize Juneteenth with a special 4th annual Juneteenth Commemoration event on Wednesday, June 19.

We welcome everyone to join us at Tukwila Village to celebrate the African American community in Tukwila during a day filled with inspiring speakers, talented performers, and delicious food.

DJ Sean Lewis will provide audio equipment/support and music for the duration and
Swagg-n-wagon Wings and Things will be providing free food for the first 120 attendees. So make sure to show up early!

See the full list of events below:

11:00 a.m. – Welcome Ceremony, Tukwila Councilmember De’Sean Quinn
11:15 a.m. – Presentation of the Black National Anthem, Jayden Walker
11:30 a.m. – “Juneteenth: Freedom is…” presented by Storyteller Sharon Nyree Williams
11:40 a.m. – Performance by DaNell Daymon & Greater Works Choir
12:10 p.m. – Keynote Speaker, Rev. Terrence Proctor, Tukwila’s Church by the Side of the Road
12:30 p.m. – Performance, The THROWBACKS Dance Team
01:00 p.m. – Closing Ceremony

March 29, 2024 |

Oppegaard Mead Faire

Oppegaard Meadery is throwing a party for the ages. Food trucks and local vendors will fill the parking lot for a celebration of all things mead, music, and art.

Explore the many stalls and then gather around at 2 PM for the main event: a medieval combat tournament! Fighters will don full medieval-style armor and compete for ultimate glory.

Follow up the action and celebrate the champion with medieval-inspired music and dance by Menagerie. It’s a feast for the eyes and the stomach that you won’t want to miss! All ages welcome.

NA beverage options will be available. 

Full list of vendors:
– Bear Mountain forge
– Sidhefire Arts Pottery
– Dynamic Imagery
– Luther Leather
– Meadowbrae Farm
– Squawk and Talk Craftworks
– Panda’s Pets Emporium
– Rose Tursi Art

Get tickets here.

March 29, 2024 |

Dungeons & Dragons & Mead

Calling all adventurers! A band of 6 is requested at Oppegaard Meadery for a quest into distant realms. Grab a seat and fill your glass for a friendly game of Dungeons & Dragons at your favorite local meadery.

This game starts at 2 PM and is “first sit, first play.” So show up early to reserve your spot. Pencils, dice, and character sheets will all be provided. Either create a character on the spot or bring a printed copy of your D&D Beyond character sheet. 

Locally crafted Oppegaard mead will be available for purchase during the event. Explore multiple realms of flavor with a tasting flight or simply pop open a bottle of your go-to concoction. It doesn’t just taste good, it also does good for the community! The majority of Oppegaard ingredients come straight from local beekeepers and farmers.

March 25, 2024 |

Welcome Spring at the Symphony

It’s the season for renewal and rebirth. All around us life is transforming from the dormancy of winter to the vibrance of spring.

Celebrate this colorful time of year with colorful sounds from the Rainier Symphony on April 13 at 7:30 PM & April 14 at 3:00 PM.

This 70-member community orchestra has been gifting our city with beautiful music since 1981 and always puts on a spectacular performance.

Pieces in the Transformations concert include:

  • Margaret Bonds — Montgomery Variations
  • Virgil Thomson — A Solemn Music
  • Paul Hindemith — Symphonic Metamorphosis

Buy tickets here.