May

Kent Cornucopia Days “Scholarship Program”:  Join us as we select this years 2009 Miss Cornucopia.  This program will end with Miss Cornucopia being announced at the “Main Stage”, Friday the 10^th, 2pm at Kent Cornucopia Days.

Saturday, July 4th

Summer Splash:  Join us for a wild time at the City of Kent’s Summer Splash at Lake Meridian.  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 8th

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:  The annual Kent Cornucopia Days Opening Reception hosted by the Kent Arts Commission offers a festive evening of art, food and fun at the Centennial Center Gallery.  All are invited to attend this free event.  Join sponsors Bella Home & Garden and Mama Stortini's Ristorante & Catering for refreshments, a no host bar and French cabaret music by Rouge. Meet the artists and vote for the “People’s Choice Award.”  Call 253-856-5050 or visit www.kentarts.com for more information.  5pm – 8 pm

Summer Art Exhibit:  The Kent Arts Commission’s juried fine art exhibit is displayed in the Centennial Center Gallery, 400 West Gowe Street. Open each day during Kent Cornucopia Days. Regional artists exhibit paintings, prints, photographs and wood carvings during this annual show.  Visitors are invited to cast votes for the People’s Choice Award.  10am – 5pm.

Thursday, July 9th

“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 10th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch nearly 150 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.  All day.

Summer Art Exhibit:  The Kent Arts Commission’s juried fine art exhibit is displayed in the Centennial Center Gallery, 400 West Gowe Street. Open each day during Kent Cornucopia Days. Regional artists exhibit paintings, prints, photographs and wood carvings during this annual show.  Visitors are invited to cast votes for the People’s Choice Award.  10am – 5pm.

Kent Downtown Merchants Sidewalk Sale:  Continues, all day

Friday, July 10th

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.  10am to 8pm.

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.  10am to 8pm

Funtastic Shows Carnival:  Continues, 2pm 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.  Town Square Plaza on the corner of 2nd and Smith, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  4pm to 8pm

Miss Cornucopia Coronation: Meet our new Miss Cornucopia 2009 as she is announced and crowned by Mayor Suzette Cooke at the Cornucopia "Main Stage", Town Square Plaza on the corner of 2nd and Smith. 2pm.

“Gazebo Stage”:   Another full stage of live entertainment provided by the “Kent Lions” 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).  3pm to 8pm

Square Dance:  Join in or just watch and enjoy our annual square dance at the Railroad Street Stage, Meeker St. & Railroad Ave, seating area provided.  7p until dark.

“Kent Valley Artists Association Art Show” presents an art show and sale at the Rose Park, on 1st and Meeker.  10am to 8pm.

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

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 10th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch over 150 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.  All day

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. 12n to 8pm.

Educational & Special Events:

·         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.  10am to 8pm.

 ·         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. 10am to 8pm.

 ·         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 5pm

 ·         Summer Art Exhibit:  The Kent Arts Commission’s juried fine art exhibit is displayed in the Centennial Center Gallery, 400 West Gowe Street. Open each day during Kent Cornucopia Days. Regional artists exhibit paintings, prints, photographs and wood carvings during this annual show.  Visitors are invited to cast votes for the People’s Choice Award.  10am – 5pm.

 ·         Danny Pierce Mural Dedication:  Nationally honored and locally beloved Kent artist Danny Pierce will be honored in Rosebed Park during the dedication of his newest Kent historical mural. Join the Kent Arts Commission and the Kent Downtown Partnership in celebrating Danny and his work. Friday at 3:30, Rosebed Park, corner of 1^st & Meeker

Saturday, July 11th

Kent Cornucopia Days 5K Fun Run and Walk:  The Kent Parks Department is pleased to present the Kent Cornucopia Days 5K Fun Run.  It’s focus will be on encouraging families to participate together to get outside and exercise.   The race will take place on Saturday, July 11 at Three Friends Fishing Hole, 20025 Russell Road.  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.  For more information contact, Kent Parks and Recreation at (253) 856-5050 or mhendrickson@ci.kent.wa.us

Kent Cornucopia Days 9^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.  6am to 6pm

Kent Lions “Street Fair”, “Taste of Cornucopia”, “Kent Farmers Market” & Kent Station “Fine Crafts Market” Area:  Continues, 10am to 8pm.

Funtastic Shows Carnival:  Continues, 11am 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 Commissio, the main stage entertainment features local, national and international artist performing on a new, larger stage throughout the weekend.  Town Square Plaza on the corner of 2nd and Smith, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  4pm to 8pm

“Gazebo Stage”:  Another full stage of live entertainment provided by the “Kent Lions” 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).  3pm to 8pm

Jaguar Football Kent Cornucopia Bowl IV: French Field at Kent-Meridian High School, 10020 SE 256th Street, Kent – the 2005/2006/2007 Northwest Football League Champion, King County Jaguars will host the British Columbia Spartans, Saturday July 11, 2009 at 6pm in a classic battle of Northwest Minor League Football powers.  For the third year the Jaguars are proud to partner with Kent's Cornucopia Days celebration, hosted by the Kent Lions. 

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 10th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch over 150 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.  All Day

Inline Skate & Skateboard Tournaments:  Our 13th Annual at the "Arbor 360 Park” new location. 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 Arbor 360 Park, 240^th & 120^th.   9am until 6pm.

“Kent Valley Artists Association Art Show” Continues in Rose Park:  Continues, 10am to 8pm.

Bingo:  “Lions Bingo” at the Titus Park on the corner of 1^st & Titus.  10am 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. 12n to 8 pm.

Educational & Special Events:

 ·         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. 10am-8pm.

 ·         Kent Cornucopia Blood Drive:  The Puget Sound Blood Center will hold a blood drive during Kent Cornucopia Days at Columbia Bank, corner of 4^th & Meeker.  For further information visit www.psbc.org , 10am – 4pm

·         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.  10am to 8pm.

 ·         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. 10am to 8pm.

 ·         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.  10am to 5pm

 ·         Summer Art Exhibit:  The Kent Arts Commission’s juried fine art exhibit is displayed in the Centennial Center Gallery, 400 West Gowe Street. Open each day during Kent Cornucopia Days. Regional artists exhibit paintings, prints, photographs and wood carvings during this annual show.  Visitors are invited to cast votes for the People’s Choice Award.  10 am – 5 pm.

 ·          Chalk Art in the Streets: Artist Louis Chinn will be working with youth volunteers to bring attention the Arts at Kent Cornucopia Days through chalk art designs. Visitors are invited to join in the fun! Various locations and hours.

 ·          Northwest Renaissance Poets: Celebrate the literary arts at Kent Cornucopia Days by attending the poetry reading at the Centennial Center, 400 West Gowe Street.   11am

Sunday, July 12th

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

Fantastic Shows Carnival:  Continues, 11am until closing.

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

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 2pm.

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, the main stage entertainment features local, national and international artist performing on a new, larger stage throughout the weekend.  Town Square Plaza on the corner of 2nd and Smith, (see the attached stage schedule for event and times).  12n to 5pm

“Gazebo Stage”:  Another full stage of live entertainment provided by the “Kent Lions” 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).  3pm to 6pm

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

Kent Youth Soccer Associations 10th Annual “Cornucopia Cup” Tournament:  Watch over 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.

 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. 12n to 6pm.

Educational & Special Events:

·         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. 10am-5 pm

·         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.  10am to 5pm.

·         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. 10am to 5pm.

·         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.  10am - 5pm

·         Summer Art Exhibit:  The Kent Arts Commission’s juried fine art exhibit is displayed in the Centennial Center Gallery, 400 West Gowe Street. Open each day during Kent Cornucopia Days. Regional artists exhibit paintings, prints, photographs and wood carvings during this annual show.  Visitors are invited to cast votes for the People’s Choice Award.  10am – 5pm

·         Chalk Art in the Streets:  Artist Louis Chinn will be working with youth volunteers to bring attention the Arts at Kent Cornucopia Days through chalk art designs. Visitors are invited to join in the fun! Various locations and hours.