Free Summer Fun in Kenmore: National Night Out, Play Day, Concerts, & 15th Anniversary

Bradford Lee Folk and the Bluegrass Playboys
play Aug 1 at St Edwards

August is filled with free activities! Join in the fun as the City of Kenmore hosts National Night Out Against Crime, Play Day, Summer Concerts, and 15th Anniversary Celebration.

National Night Out Against Crime

The Kenmore Police Department hosts the annual National Night Out Against Crime event on Tuesday, August 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at City Hall, 18120 68th Ave NE. The event includes free food, home and personal safety information, and activities.

National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals, letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

Kenmore Play Day

As a Playful City USA community, Kenmore is committed to take action to promote play throughout the City. Get outdoors and play at the annual Kenmore Play Day on Saturday, August 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Rhododendron Park, 6910 NE 170th Street. Enjoy free activities, lunch, and healthy lifestyle education booths! Activities include ladder golf, field games, arts and craft station, fitness station, and more!

Free shuttle bus provided between City Hall (18120 68th Ave NE) and Rhododendron Park every 20 minutes from 10:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult to ride shuttle.

Kenmore Summer Concert Series

Dance your way to the final three concerts of the summer! These free, popular community events are held Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Saint Edward State Park, 14445 Juanita Drive NE. Parking for the concert is FREE!

August 1

Bradford Lee Folk & the Bluegrass Playboys

Americana

August 8

Clinton Fearon & the Boogie Brown Band

Jamaican Roots Reggae

August 15

Orquestra Pacifico Tropical

Cumbia Party Band

Orquestra Pacifico Tropical plays a free concert
on August 15 at St Edwards

The open stage at Saint Edward State Park is an ideal location to relax and enjoy a casual evening surrounded by the park’s natural beauty. Visitors are invited to bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnic dinners to share a special summer night under the open sky. Food vendors will be on-site. Alcohol is not permitted. Pets are allowed but must be leashed at all times.

15th Anniversary Celebration

The City is celebrating its 15th year since incorporation this month. Join us for this special occasion by attending the final concert of the summer at Saint Edward State Park on Thursday, August 15. The City will host a variety of activities starting at 5:00 p.m. and throughout the concert from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. During intermission, help sing happy birthday and enjoy cake. Admission and parking for the event is FREE!

Thank You Sponsors

The City thanks the following sponsors of City of Kenmore community events throughout the year: Frank Lumber Co., Banner Bank, 91.3 KBCS, Bastyr University, BowWow Fun Towne, Buyers Choice, Grocery Outlet, Northshore Utility District, Puget Sound Energy, Republic Services, Snapdoodle Toys, Fazzari Marketing, Kenmore Reporter, Vision Quest Sports and Fitness, Northshore Baptist Church, and Inglemoor Vikings Football.

Event information is available on the City's website