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Burien 2018 EVENTS
JAN
UARY Empty Bowls
January 26, Friday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., 4–8 p.m. Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave SWFundraiser for area food banks. burienwa.gov/EmptyBowls
FEBR
UARY Mardi Gras
February 10, Saturday, 6–11 p.m. Downtown Burien Mardi Gras celebration and pub crawl. discoverburien.org
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Best of Burien AwardsMarch 9, Friday, 6–10 p.m. Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave SWBest of Burien awards and dinner with silent auction. Featuring food from local restaurants. discoverburien.org
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Taste of BurienApril 12, Thursday, 6–9 p.m., Merrill Gardens Conference Room, 15020 5th Ave SWExperience Burien’s foodie paradise by tasting food and drink samples from local restaurants. discoverburien.org
Clean SweepApril 28, Saturday, 8 a.m.–Noon Burien Fire Station, 15100 8th Ave SWDowntown Burien clean-up event. discoverburien.org
MAY
Farmer’s MarketThursdays May 3 through October 25 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Burien Town SquareShop local! Buy fresh fruits, vegetables, and original crafts. discoverburien.org
Carnival & Flea MarketMay 3–6, Thursday–Sunday, 2–10 p.m. Puget Sound Park, 135 SW 126th StEnjoy carnival rides, games, food, and a community flea market. discoverburien.org
Family Fun Run/WalkMay 23, Wednesday, Run 6:30–7:30 p.m. Check in 5:30 p.m., Raffle 7:30–8 p.m. Town Square Park, 480 SW 152nd StScavenger hunt and race for runners and walkers of all ages. burienparks.net
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Pride Fest 2018June 2, Saturday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Burien Town Square Celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. discoverburien.org
Strawberry Days & Derby RacesJune 16 & 17, Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Downtown Burien Booths, derby races, Cornhole Tournament, strawberry beer garden, and live music. discoverburien.org
Father’s Day Car Show & Chili Cook-OffJune 17, Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Downtown Burien Enjoy chili, music, and more than 300 classic cars. discoverburien.org
Neighborhood Celebrations: Great Day of PlayJune 30, Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Moshier Memorial Park and Art Center, 430 S 156th StTrucks, clay, and games, oh my! burienparks.net
JULY
97th Annual Independence Day ParadeJuly 4, Wednesday, 3 p.m., Downtown BurienCelebrate July 4th at one of the oldest Independence Day parades in the region. discoverburien.org
Awesome Kids DayJuly 7, Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Burien Town SquareFree event with bouncy houses, hands-on projects, balloon and chalk art, and so much more. awesomekidsday.com
Music in the Park Thursdays, July 12–August 16, 6:30–8 p.m. Lake Burien School Park, SW 148th & 16th Ave SWAn evening of live music in the park. burienparks.net
Olde Burien Block PartyJuly 21, Saturday, noon–11 p.m. SW 152nd St (Olde Burien)Enjoy outside dining and live music. discoverburien.org
Northwest Animal & Nature FestivalJuly 28, Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Town Square Park, 480 SW 152nd StVendors, specialty speakers, food, drink, games, and educational programs celebrate animals and nature. discoverburien.org
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Boiling Point August 11, Saturday, 5–10 p.m. 1600 SW Seahurst Park RoadFresh seafood prepared on Seahurst beach at sunset. Music, silent auction, open bar. discoverburien.org
Family Fun Run/WalkAugust 22, Wednesday, Run 6:30–7:30 p.m, Check-in 5:30 p.m., Raffle 7:30–8 p.m. Town Square Park, 480 SW 152nd StScavenger hunt and race for runners and walkers of all ages. burienparks.net
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Arts-A-GlowSeptember 8, Saturday, 5–10 p.m. Dottie Harper Park, 421 SW 146th StA magical evening in the forest! Lantern art, performers, face painting, lantern making, food vendors, and more. burienwa.gov/GLOW
Kids’ DaySeptember 8, Saturday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Burien Fire Station, 8th SW & 151stCome join your Burien/Normandy Park Fire Department for a day of fun at the local fire station. 206.242.2040
Wellness FairSeptember 15, Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Burien Town SquareAn annual celebration of healthy living and wellness opportunities in Burien. discoverburien.org
Burien Brat TrotSeptember 30, Sunday, First run begins 1 p.m. Olde BurienFlat and fast 5k and one-mile family races and post-race Bavarian festival. Benefits Highline Schools Foundation.
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R Boo in Burien & Creepy Crawlers Pub CrawlOctober 27, Sat., Boo Noon–4 p.m., Crawl 6 p.m. –Midnight, SW 152nd St & Town Square Pk.Safe trick or treating event for Burien families. Dog costume parade, wiener dog races, pumpkin bowling, and haunted house. discoverburien.org
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Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead Celebration)November 2, Friday, 6 p.m.–9 p.m. Burien Community Center, 14700 6th Ave SWCelebrate the tradition of honoring and remembering our ancestors and families. Arts, crafts, altars, offerings, traditional music and dance, stories, and food. burienwa.gov/DDLM
Shop Small SaturdayNovember 24, Saturday, ALL DAY Downtown BurienShop and play local. discoverburien.org