Community Building

Kirkland Parks and Community Services provides a variety of community building events to enhance the quality of life for community members. Special events such as See Spot Splash, Harvest Festival, and DÍa de los Muertos provide opportunities to participate, be inclusive, and bring the community, businesses, and the City together. All of the community building events take place in Kirkland. 

We're always looking for sponsors, vendors, and volunteer support for our community building events. If you would like to talk about how we can work together, contact us at eparks@kirklandwa.gov or call 425-587-3330.

Lunar New Year

TBA, 2024 • 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM • Peter Kirk Community Center • 340 Kirkland Ave 

Look for the 2024 event information coming soon! 
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Learn about the Lunar New Year, and how it's traditionally celebrated! Enjoy activities that include crafts. food, dancing and cultural demonstrations. For complete details, visit kirklandwa.gov/CommunityEvents.

Wheels & Reels Drive-in Movie Series

Movie Series •  $20 • 7:00 PM • Juanita Beach Park • 9703 NE Juanita Beach Dr.
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Enjoy a night out under the stars at Juanita Beach Park with our Drive-in Movie Series. The parking lot opens at 6:00 PM and the movie starts at 7:00 PM. Watch each movie on our giant LED movie screen! $20 per vehicle, pre-registration is required. To register, visit KirklandParks.net or call 425-587-3336.

All ages welcome. Event is held rain or shine - no refunds. No RV's, limos, busses, tailgating or alcohol. Thank you to MorningStar Senior Living of Kirkland for sponsoring our movie series.

February 11

Top Gun:  Maverick

March 4
Enchanted

April 22
Freaky Friday

Summer Outdoor Movie Series

Outdoor Summer Movie Series • July - August • Times & Locations Vary

Kirkland Parks and Community Services and Ziply Fiber are proud to present the 2023 Outdoor Summer Movie Series! 

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See Spot Splash

Sept 9, 2023 • 10 AM to 3 PM • Peter Kirk Park • 340 Kirkland Ave • Kirkland WA

Our 2023 event is sponsored by Juanita Hills Veterinary Hospital
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It's a dog's day in Kirkland! Bring Fido for a splash and play day at the Peter Kirk Pool followed by some off-leash fun at Lee Johnson Ballfield! Visit vendor booths from dog businesses, rescue groups and visit our coffee food truck! $10 per dog, pre-registration is highly recommended, or pay upon entering. Participating dogs must be well-behaved, and vaccinated. For complete details or to register, visit KirklandParks.net or call 425-587-3336.

Check out our 2021 See Spot Splash event video

 

Harvest Festival

Oct 7, 2023 •11:00 AM to 4:00 PM • Juanita Beach Park • 9703 NE Juanita Dr

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The Harvest Festival will feature tractor pulled hayrides, food trucks, music, apple cider pressing demonstrations, activities for children at the “Kids Korral”, seasonal competitions, and a vendor marketplace.

 Join us for Kirkland's 3rd Annual Harvest Festival!

 Questions? Call 425-587-3336.

Día de los Muertos

Oct TBD, 2023 • 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM • Peter Kirk Community Center • 340 Kirkland Ave 

Look for our 2023 event details coming soon!

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Acompáñenos a celebrar el Día de los Muertos para recordar a nuestros familiares antepasados, y disfrutar actividades tradicionales, comida, música, y más. Para más información, visite kirklandwa.gov/CommunityEvents

Join us to celebrate Día de los Muertos as we remember our loved ones, enjoy traditional activities, food, music, and more. Free event for all ages. Located at the Peter Kirk Community Center. For more information, visit KirklandParks.net or call 425-587-3336.

Halloween Bingo Drive-in & Costume Pararde

Oct  2023 • 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM • Juanita Beach Park • 9703 Juanita Dr NE
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Event date posted soon!
Play boo bingo in your vehicle with our giant LED movie screen and wear your costume for the costume parade. Bingo cards are provided, and prize baskets are awarded to winners! Bring some snacks and a highlighter pen. Two sessions to choose from. FREE. Visit KirklandParks.net to reserve your time and vehicle size or call us at 425-587-3336.

Holiday Lights

Holiday Lights • Home Outdoor Light Decorating • Contest
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Holiday Lights is a community home outdoor light decorating contest. Participants will submit photos of their outdoor home decorations to be added to Kirkland's Parks and Community Services Facebook page for judging by the community. Register to compete in these categories: Traditional, Contemporary, Theme Concept (i.e., Polar Express, Santa's Workshop, etc.) Winners will receive a victory yard sign and bragging rights. To participate, visit KirklandParks.net and search for holiday lights.  Registration details posted soon!  

Light Up Kirkland

Dec 9, 2023 • 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM • Juanita Beach Park • 9703 Juanita Beach Dr
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Light Up Kirkland is a magical event held at Juanita Beach Park. Partake in some  cocoa and cookies as you stroll on the grounds of the park to view a winter wonderland of lights, followed by a bonfire on the beach and music from local students. Argosy Cruises will swing by with their Christmas Ship and and provide more musical entertainment from the water. This event is free. Questions? Call us at 425-587-3336 or email us at eparks@kirklandwa.gov 

Sponsorship Opportunities

Together Creating a Great Community

The City of Kirkland offers a wide variety of events and programs that reflect the incredible quality of life we enjoy. Many of these events are only possible with the partnership of local businesses, corporations, and organizations that support the community. We invite you to partner with us in collaboration and promotion of your business through sponsorship.

View our 2023-2024 Sponsorship Guide: PCS-Sponsorship-Guide-2023-2024.pdf(PDF, 4MB)

Sponsoring supports the community you live, work, and play in and allows for a truly unique marketing opportunity. These benefits stretch out for many months using several platforms, including digital, print, and social media. The best part of sponsorship is engaging directly with customers and promoting your brand while showing community support.

We have so many great events, each offering various levels of benefit. Together, our success helps to create a stronger, healthier community where -everyone feels welcome and included.

Questions? Call us at 425-587-3330 or email us at eparks@kirklandwa.gov.