Friday, May 26th

Kent Cornucopia Days “Scholarship Pageant”:  Join us as we select this years 2007 Miss Cornucopia.  Pageant will be at the Meridian Elementary School.   7:00pm

Tuesday, July 4th

Kent Cornucopia Days “Dragon Boat Demo’s” at the “Summer Splash:  Join us for a wild time at the City of Kent’s Summer Splash at Lake Meridian.  The Kent Lions and the Kent Dragon Boat Association will provide a Demo Dragon Boat Race during this event.  Lots of games, food booths, & free entertainment.  We are also proud sponsors of 4th of July fireworks display over the lake.   All day.

Wednesday, July 11th

Kent Downtown Merchants Sidewalk Sale:  The Kent Downtown Merchants expand to the sidewalks with incredible bargains for everyone.  All day.

Summer Art Exhibit and Opening Gala (ticketed event):  Purchase awards totaling $5,000 will be awarded to juried exhibit entries. Art chosen for purchase awards will become part of the City of Kent Portable Art Collection.  Centennial Center, 400 W. Gowe Street, Gala features hors d’ oeuvres, no-host bar, entertainment by Ranger and the Re-Arrangers 5:30 - 8:00 p.m., $10 at the door.  Co-sponsored by Fire Creek Grill.

Thursday, July 12th

“Funtastic Shows” Carnival:  Experience the thrills of this full size carnival that has rides for all ages, from the latest and fastest rides available today to smaller rides just for the small kids.  There is a full Midway and a dedicated Children’s rides area.   Look for opening day discount coupons at participating merchants.   Corner of W. Smith and Lincoln Ave. (former Metro Park & Ride lot) 3:00pm until closing.

 Kent Youth Soccer Associations 8th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch nearly 125 youth teams from throughout the Puget Sound area compete at this event.  Most matches will be held at Pea Patch Soccer Fields, Green River Road & S 265th St., with many more at local Kent facilities (Wilson Playfield closed for construction this year).

 Kent Downtown Merchants Sidewalk Sale:  Continues, all day
 

Friday, July 13th

Kent Lions “Street Fair” & “Taste of Cornucopia”:  An unbelievably large variety of arts & crafts and food vendors, including commercial and other displays with over 600 booths to choose from.  Over 35 food booths throughout the streets, and two large food courts next to the entertainment stages in the Kent Library & Burlington Green Park.  10:00am to 9:00pm.

Funtastic Shows Carnival:  Continues, 2:00pm until closing.

Muckleshoot Casino “Main Stage”:  Sit down and relax while being entertained by our live performers.  Produced by Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services and Kent Arts Commission with support from Valley Medical Center, the main stage entertainment features local, national and international artist performing on a new, larger stage throughout the weekend.  Kent Library parking lot on the corner of 2nd and Smith, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Pacific Medical “Gazebo Stage”:   Another full stage of live entertainment provided by the “Kent Lions Club” at the Gazebo enjoy Jazz music at its best.  Located next to the “Ram Restaurant” Beer Garden in Burlington Green  Park on Railroad Ave, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  3:00pm to 9:00pm

Family Stage: An integral part of the Children’s Area.  Featuring exciting entertainment including local and regional performers that will delight the entire family.  Located within the heart of the Children’s Area in front of the fireplace at Kent Station on Ramsay Way.  12:00n to 5:00pm

Fine Crafts Market Area:  Produced by Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services, the Market Place is for crafts people and artists specializing in handcrafted items only.  The objective is to create a colorful, balanced and varied selection of high quality handmade crafts and artwork at the festival.  The Fine Crafts Market Area is located at Kent Station.  10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Square Dance:  Join in or just watch and enjoy our annual square dance, 4th Ave on Meeker St., seating area provided.  8:00p until dark.

“Kent Valley Artists Association Art Show” presents an art show and sale at the Rose Park, on 1st and Meeker.  10:00am to 9:00pm.

Bingo:  The Sumner Lions Club “Lions Bingo” at the Titus Park on the corner of 1^st & Titus.  10:00 am until closing.

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 8th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch nearly 125 youth teams from throughout the Puget Sound area compete at this event.  Most matches will be held at Pea Patch Soccer Fields, Green River Road & S 265th St., with many more at local Kent facilities.

Educational & Special Displays:

•  Kids and adults will enjoy our Military Displays with equipment & vehicles from the Army National Guard and other military units.  On Gowe St between Railroad and 1st Ave.  10:00am to 9:00pm.
   

•   Visit the Kent Police & Fire Dept Safety Fair, located on Railroad Ave between Gowe and Meeker, for tips to keep your family safe, kids can climb aboard a fire truck. 10:00am to 9:00pm.
   

•   Children’s Area:  A fun and interactive destination designed especially for kids and offering an array of activities to keep the youngest festival-goers entertained and educated.  Hands-on arts and crafts projects and workshops give kids the opportunity to work with and learn from professional artists.  Located at Kent Station.  10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
   

•   Summer Art Exhibit:  In celebration of the upcoming 25^th anniversary of artist Herbert Bayer’s Earthworks at Mill Creek Canyon Park, the Kent Arts Commission’s juried fine art exhibit will showcase work that relates to earthwork, environmental art, water sensitive management, outdoor festivals and similar themes.  The exhibit will be on display in the Arts Commission’s Centennial Center Gallery (400 W. Gowe St.) throughout Cornucopia weekend and for the remainder of July.  Visitors are invited to cast votes for the People’s Choice Award.

Beer Garden, by the Ram Restaurant, located in Burlington Green Park, next to the food court and stage.  This event will benefit several non-profit groups. 12 noon to 9 pm.

Saturday, July 14th

Kent Lions “Street Fair”, “Taste of Cornucopia”, “Kent Farmers Market” & Kent Station “Fine Crafts Market” Area:  Continues, 10:00am to 9:00pm.

Funtastic Shows Carnival:  Continues, 11:00 am until closing.

Kent Cornucopia Days 5k Fun Run and Walk – The 3^rd annual race will take place on Saturday, July 14 and start at the old King County Journal building located at 600 Washington Ave. S.  Day of race registration will begin at 7:30 a.m.  The race features a fast down and back along the Green River Trail.  Both serious runners and casual walkers will be able to enjoy this event by going for a best time or simply benefiting from a morning walk.  Registration is $10 or $20 with a short-sleeve technical t-shirt.  Registration available on active.com or printable form kentarts.com.  For more information contact, Kent Parks and Recreation at (253) 856-5050 or mhendrickson@ci.kent.wa.us.

Muckleshoot Casino “Main Stage”:  Sit down and relax while being entertained by our live performers.  Produced by Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services and Kent Arts Commission with support from Valley Medical Center, the main stage entertainment features local, national and international artist performing on a new, larger stage throughout the weekend.  Kent Library parking lot on the corner of 2nd and Smith, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times). 12:00n to 9:30 p.m.

•  Miss Cornucopia Coronation: Meet Miss Cornucopia 2007 Erin Sheldon as she is re-crowned by Mayor Suzette Cooke at the Cornucopia "Main Stage", Kent Library on the corner of 2nd and Smith. 6:30pm.

Pacific Medical “Gazebo Stage”:  Another full stage of live entertainment provided by the “Kent Lions Club” at the Gazebo enjoy Jazz music at its best.  Located next to the “Ram Restaurant” Beer Garden in Burlington Green  Park on Railroad Ave, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  3:00pm to 9:00pm

Family Stage: An integral part of the Children’s Area.  Featuring exciting entertainment including local and regional performers that will delight the entire family.  Located within the heart of the Children’s Area in front of the fireplace at Kent Station on Ramsay Way.  12:00n to 5:00pm

Kent Cornucopia Days 7^th Annual “Dragon Boat Races”:  Enjoy this beautiful event on Kent’s own Lake Meridian.  Nearly 50 Washington, Oregon, Canadian, California, and local teams will race in eight giant 45-foot boots with a crew of 24 people.  Races begin at 8:30 am until 5:00 pm.  The park will have activities for the family including food booths, along with souvenir and team booths.  Shuttle from Kent Fire Station #75, Horizon Elementary School, Kentwood HS, and the 132P^ndP Park & Ride lot.  6:00 am to 6:00 pm

Jaguar Football Kent Cornucopia Bowl II: Auburn Memorial Stadium, 800 4th Street NE, Auburn 98002 – the 2006/2005 Northwest Football League Champion, King County Jaguars will host the West Sound Saints, Saturday July 14, 2007 at 7:00pm in a classic battle of Northwest Minor League Football powers.  For the second year the Jaguars are proud to partner with Kent's Cornucopia Days celebration, hosted by the Kent Lions Club.

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 8th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch nearly 125 youth teams from throughout the Puget Sound area compete at this event.  Most matches will be held at Pea Patch Soccer Fields, Green River Road & S 265th St., with many more at local Kent facilities.

Educational & Special Displays:

• Have your whole family tested for hearing, vision, diabetes, glaucoma, blood pressure, and other health screening free of charge at the Lions Health Fair located on the corner of 2P^ndP and Meeker. 10:00am-9:00pm.
   

• Kids and adults will enjoy our Military Displays with equipment & vehicles from the Army National Guard and other military units.  On Gowe St between Railroad and 1st Ave.  10:00am to 9:00pm.
   

• Visit the Kent Police & Fire Dept Safety Fair, located on Railroad Ave between Gowe and Meeker, for tips to keep your family safe, kids can climb aboard a fire truck or police car. 10:00am to 9:00pm.
   

• Children’s Area:  A fun and interactive destination designed especially for kids and offering an array of activities to keep the youngest festival-goers entertained and educated.  Hands-on arts and crafts projects and workshops give kids the opportunity to work with and learn from professional artists.  Located at Kent Station.  10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
   

• Summer Art Exhibit:  In celebration of the upcoming 25^th anniversary of artist Herbert Bayer’s Earthworks at Mill Creek Canyon Park, the Kent Arts Commission’s juried fine art exhibit will showcase work that relates to earthwork, environmental art, water sensitive management, outdoor festivals and similar themes.  The exhibit will be on display in the Arts Commission’s Centennial Center Gallery (400 W. Gowe St.) throughout Cornucopia weekend and for the remainder of July.  Visitors are invited to cast votes for the People’s Choice Award.

Inline Skate & Skateboard Tournaments:  Our 8th Annual at the "Lions Skate Park". Inline Registration at 9 am and the tournament at 10 am.  Professional demonstration at 12 noon.  Skateboard registration at 12 noon and tournament at 1 pm.  Live entertainment and music by radio station Funky Monkey.  At the Lions Skate Park, on Smith Street, next to the old Kent Park & Ride lot.   9:00 am until 6 pm.

“Kent Valley Artists Association Art Show” Continues in Rose Park:  Continues, 10:00am to 9:00pm.

Bingo:  The Sumner Lions Club “Lions Bingo” at the Titus Park on the corner of 1^st & Titus.  10:00 am until closing.

Beer Garden, by the Ram Restaurant, located in Burlington Green Park, next to the food court and stage.  This event will benefit several non-profit groups. 12 noon to 9 pm.

Sunday, July 15th

Kent Lions “Street Fair”, “Taste of Cornucopia”, “Kent Farmers Market” & Kent Station “Fine Crafts Market” Area:  Continues, 10:00 am to 5:00pm.

Fantastic Shows Carnival:  Continues, 11:00am until closing.

“Kent Valley Artists Association Art Show”:  Continues in Rose Park, 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Grand Parade:  Join with thousands of spectators who line the streets for Kent largest and most prominent parade. Enjoy floats, marching bands, drill teams, and the SEAFAIR Pirates. Bring the family early for this outstanding event, which will be held along 4th Ave., starting at Saar St. and ending at James Street. The reviewing stand is in front of the Kent Police Dept. This year’s theme is “We will rock you” and will be broadcast live over the City of Kent’s Channel 21. Parade starts at 2:00pm.

Muckleshoot Casino “Main Stage”:  Sit down and relax while being entertained by our live performers.  Produced by Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services and Kent Arts Commission with support from Valley Medical Center, the main stage entertainment features local, national and international artist performing on a new, larger stage throughout the weekend.  Kent Library parking lot on the corner of 2nd and Smith, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  12:00n to 5:00pm.

Pacific Medical “Gazebo Stage”:  Another full stage of live entertainment provided by the “Kent Lions Club” at the Gazebo enjoy Jazz music at its best.  Located next to the “Ram Restaurant” Beer Garden in Burlington Green  Park on Railroad Ave, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  3:00pm to 9:00pm

Family Stage: An integral part of the Children’s Area.  Featuring exciting entertainment including local and regional performers that will delight the entire family.  Located within the heart of the Children’s Area in front of the fireplace at Kent Station on Ramsay Way.  12:00n to 5:00pm

Bingo:  The Sumner Lions Club “Lions Bingo” at the Titus Park on the corner of 1^st & Titus.  10:00 am until closing.

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 8th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch nearly 125 youth teams from throughout the Puget Sound area compete at this event.  Most matches will be held at Pea Patch Soccer Fields, Green River Road & S 265th St., with many more at local Kent facilities.

Educational & Special Displays:

• Kids and adults will enjoy our Military Displays with equipment & vehicles from the Army National Guard and other military units.  On Gowe St between Railroad and 1st Ave.  10:00am to 5:00pm.
   

•  Visit the Kent Police & Fire Dept Safety Fair, located on Railroad Ave between Gowe and Meeker, for tips to keep your family safe, kids can climb aboard a fire truck. 10:00am to 5:00pm.
   

•  Children’s Area:  A fun and interactive destination designed especially for kids and offering an array of activities to keep the youngest festival-goers entertained and educated.  Hands-on arts and crafts projects and workshops give kids the opportunity to work with and learn from professional artists.  Located at Kent Station.  10:00 a.m. - 5:00 pm
   

• Summer Art Exhibit:  In celebration of the upcoming 25^th anniversary of artist Herbert Bayer’s Earthworks at Mill Creek Canyon Park, the Kent Arts Commission’s juried fine art exhibit will showcase work that relates to earthwork, environmental art, water sensitive management, outdoor festivals and similar themes.  The exhibit will be on display in the Arts Commission’s Centennial Center Gallery (400 W. Gowe St.) throughout Cornucopia weekend and for the remainder of July.  Visitors are invited to cast votes for the People’s Choice Award.

Beer Garden, by the Ram Restaurant, located in Burlington Green Park, next to the food court and stage.  This event will benefit several non-profit groups. 12 noon to 6 pm.