There are a wide variety of activities & entertainment in and around Kent. Among the many options are:
Arts, Community Theaters and Entertainment
AMC Theatres at Kent Station: 14-screen theatre is an anchor tenant at Kent Station
426 Ramsay Way, Kent, WA, 253-850-2684.
At the Ridge Theatre: Community theater and education.
Kentridge High School, 12430 SE 208th St., Kent, WA. Email for more info.
Auburn Avenue Theater: Performing arts center
10 Auburn Ave., Auburn, WA 98001, 253-833-5678.
Auburn Performing Arts Center: Performing arts center
700 East Main Street, Auburn, WA 98002, 253-931-4827.
Auburn Regional Theatre (ART): Community theater
P. O. Box 2447, Auburn, WA 98071, 253-653-8996. Email for more info.
Auburn Riverside Theater: Performing arts center at Auburn Riverside High School
501 Oravetz, Auburn, WA 98092.
Auburn Symphony Orchestra: A fully professional orchestra featuring more than 60 Seattle-area musicians.
P. O. Box 2186, Auburn, WA 98071, 253-887-7777.
Castle Bridge Winery: Make your own wine, visit the wine shop, or attend one of the winery’s events.
7645 S. 180th St., Kent, WA 98032, 425-251-0983.
Centennial Center Gallery: This family-friendly art gallery is open Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, and is free to the public.
400 W. Gowe St., Kent, WA 98032, 253-856-5050.
Evergreen City Ballet: ballet, theater company, yoga and pilates classes and more
2230 Lind Ave. SW, Renton, WA 98057, 425-228-6800.
Icon Theatre
See website for tickets, schedules and venues.
Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center
10020 SE 256th St., Kent, WA 98030
Kent Senior Activity Center: Activities, classes, events, room rentals and more.
600 E. Smith St., Kent, WA 98030. 253-856-5150.
Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center: Performing arts center at Kent-Meridian High School
10020 SE 256th St., Kent, WA 98030
Kentwood Performing Arts Center: Performing arts center at Kentwood High School
25800 164th Ave. SE, Covington, WA, 98042
Kona Kai Coffee Co.: Dinner shows and weekend entertainment including Darren Motamedy and Heather Ruiz.
124 Fourth Ave. S., Suite 180, Kent, WA 98032, 253-859-5662.
Maple Valley Arts Center
23220 Maple Valley Hwy. SE, Suite 15 (Wilderness Business Park), Maple Valley, WA
Pat’s Bar & Grill: Check out Pat’s for music every Friday and some Saturdays.
114 Railroad Ave., Kent, WA 98032, 253-852-7287.
Pottery-fic Studio: Paint your own pottery.
110 2nd Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032, 253-981-3251.
Shabra Gallery: custom framing, art, gifts, greeting cards & more
215 E. Meeker St., Kent, WA 98032, 253-852-8000.
South Side Dance Force: Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Tumbling, Krumping, Performance Art and more
704 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA 98032, 253-639-5829.
Spotlight Series: Music, comedy and more offered by the City of Kent.
Venues vary.
Theater at Auburn Mountainview
28900 124th Ave. SE., Auburn, WA 98092.
Casinos and Gambling
Great American Casino: Enjoy table games like BlackJack, Pai Gow, Three Card Poker and Texas Hold ‘Em.
20500 108th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98031, 253-813-8355.
Muckleshoot Casino: Table games, slot machines, dining, entertainment and more.
2402 S. Auburn Way, Auburn, WA 98002, 253-939-7484 or 800-804-4944.
Snoqualmie Casino: Entertainment, dining, casino and more.
37500 SE North Bend Way, Snoqualmie, WA, 425-888-1234.
Lodging
Best Western – Plaza by the Green (on Riverbend Golf Course, 8th tee)
24415 Russell Rd., Kent, WA 98032
253-854-8767
Cedarbrook Lodge
18525 36th Ave. S., SeaTac, WA 98188
206-214-4140
Comfort Inn
22311 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
253-872-2211
Days Inn
22420 84th S., Kent, WA 98032
253-395-5444
Days Inn South Seattle/Kent
1711 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA 98032
253-854-1950
Hampton Inn & Suites
206-898-6611
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham
6329 S. 212th St., Kent, WA 98032
253-395-3800
Hilton Garden Inn Seattle-Renton
1801 E. Valley Rd., Renton, WA 98057
425-430-1414
Howard Johnson – Kent
1223 N. Central Ave., Kent, WA 98032
253-852-7224 or 1-800-IGO-HOJO
Larkspur Landing
1701 E. Valley Rd., Renton, WA 98055
425-235-1212
Marriott TownePlace Suites
18123 72nd Ave. S, Kent, WA 98032
253-796-6000
Museums
Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum: More than a dozen racing boats and rare library. Open Tues., Thurs. & Sat.
5917 S. 196th St., Kent, WA 98032, 206-764-9453
Kent Historical Museum: Learn about Kent’s history at this turn-of-the-century, historic home site. Open Wed. – Sat.
855 E. Smith St., Kent, WA 98030, 253-854-4330. Admission is free. Donations are accepted.
Neely-Soames Historic Home
5311 S. 237th Pl., Kent, WA
Renton History Museum: Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm.
235 Mill Ave S., Renton, WA 98057, 425-255-2330. Suggested donations: $3 adults, $1 students.
White River Valley Museum: This charming Auburn museum features exhibits of local historical significance. Open Wed. – Sun.
918 H St., Auburn Community Campus, Auburn, WA 98002, 253-288-7433.
Pampering & Personal Services
Blanc ‘n Schwarz Salon – haircuts, color, perms and waxing
207 E. Meeker St., Kent, WA 98032., 253-856-1355.
Chatters Hair & Beauty Salon – Hair salon
26121 104th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98030, 253-520-7300.
Easthill Massage Clinic – Massage, deep tissue, injury treatment
10830 Kent-Kangley Rd., Ste. 100B, Kent, WA, 253-813-2672.
Lemon Drop Skin Care & Massage – Massage, skin care, waxing and more
202 W. Gowe St., Ste. B, Kent, WA 98032, 253-854-2499.
NW Electrology & Permanent Make-up – Electrology, permanent make-up, hair restoration, skin care and more.
220 1st Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032, 253-854-7112.
Peridot Nail Salon – Manicures, pedicures and waxing services
208 W. Kent Station St., Ste. 102, Kent, WA 98032, 253-854-2547.
Salon Ivoni – Hair salon
218 First Ave. South, Kent, WA 98032, 253-813-1700.
Styles on Meeker Salon – Hair salon
317 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA 98032, 253-852-5047.
Sweet Escape Day Spa – Manicures, pedicures, facials, waxing, perm. make-up and more.
19033 68th Ave. South, Ste. D104, Kent, WA, 425-251-8881.
Sports & Recreation
Allegro Dance
1209 Central Ave. S., #109, Kent, WA
American Colleges of Mixed Martial Arts
4210 Auburn Way N., Ste. 5, Auburn, WA, 253-854-7535.
Arbor Heights 360 Skate Park
11525 SE 240th St., Kent, WA 98030.
Batting Center (Kent Valley Ice Center)
6015 S. 240th St., Kent, WA
Boeing Employees Tennis Club
20403 68th S., Kent, WA
The Bouncy Place: The best outdoor fun inside.
22647 72nd Ave. South, Kent, WA, 253-872-2155.
Clark Lake Park
Between SE 240th and SE 248th @ 127th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98030.
Dance Connections: Dance studio, beginners and advanced classes.
25018 – 104th Ave., Ste. D, Kent, WA 98032, 253-852-0790.
Druids Glen Golf Club: This beautiful championship golf course features views of Mt. Rainier and nine lakes.
29925 207th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98042, 253-638-1200
Earth Haven Padded Weapon Fighting: Padded fighting in regular or sports clothes. Free to play. Noon to sundown every Saturday from March to October.
Foster Park, S. 259th St. and 74th Ave. South, Kent.
Email
Emerald Downs: A local “day at the races” for horse racing fans
2300 Emerald Downs Dr., Auburn, WA 98001, 253-288-7000 or 888-931-8400.
Fairwood Martial Arts
14138 SE 171 Way, Renton, WA, 425-255-8144.
Funland Family Entertainment Center: Laser tag, video games, parties & more.
200 S. Pacific, Long Beach, WA 98631, 360-642-2223.
Grandview Off-Leash Dog Park
3600 S. 228th St., Sea-Tac (just off 228th and Military Road)
Green River Natural Resource Area: This 304-acre property provides habitat to 165 bird and 53 mammal species.
21861 Russell Rd. (between S. 212th & S. 226th St.), Kent, WA, 253-856-5500.
Gym Starz Gymnastics
21440 68th Ave. S., Ste. 107, Kent, WA, 253-639-9339.
Hart’s Gymnastics Center
4520 “B” St. NW, #C, Auburn, WA, 253-520-1973.
Heartbeat Healing Arts
223 First Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032, 253-632-5824
Kaibara Park
First Ave. South between W. Smith and W. Meeker Sts., Kent, WA 98032.
Kent Bowl
1234 N. Central Ave., Kent, WA, 253-852-3550.
Kent Commons: Public recreation facility featuring classes, sports & recreation and more.
525 Fourth Ave. N, Kent, WA 98032, 253-856-5000.
Kent4Health: Stay up to date on the community’s efforts to promote healthier living
Kent Kherson Peace Park
Second Ave. and W. Gowe St., Kent, WA 98032.
Kent Lions Skate Park
W. Smith & Interurban Trail
Kent Parks: Outdoor sports and recreation at a variety of Kent Parks including Clark Lake Park, Van Doren’s Landing Park, Riverbend Golf Complex and more.
Locations vary. 253-856-5100.
Kent Senior Activity Center: Weekday recreational activities, lunch, classes, trips and more for adults 50+.
600 East Smith St., Kent, WA 98030, 253-856-5150.
Kent Valley Ice Centre: Miniature golf, batting cages, game fields, skating rink, hockey leagues, etc. Holiday skate lessons.
601 S. 240th St., Kent, WA, 253-850-2400
Kent Valley Sports: online source for Kent sports’ scores and photos
Lake Fenwick Park
25828 Lake Fenwick Rd., Kent, WA
Lake Meridian Park: This 16.02 acre park features a boat launch, fishing, picnic shelter, swimming, and walking/jogging trails.
14800 SE 272nd St., Kent, WA, 253-856-5100
The Little Gym of Kent
290 SW 43rd St., Renton, WA, 425-656-0737
Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park: This 107.1 acre city park features shelter, greenbelt, walking/jogging trails and more.
742 E. Titus, Kent, WA, 253-856-5100
Miniature Golf (Kent Valley Ice Center)
6015 S. 240th St., Kent, WA
Mohan Skiing and Boarding – Kent
425-868-3820
Mt. Rainier Pool
22722 19th Ave. S., Kent, WA
My Gym - #1 ranked children’s fitness program
24030 132nd Ave. SE, Ste. B, Kent, WA 253-630-8880
Email
Northwest Cheer & Dance Academy (NCDA): Classes, open gym.
1119 Central Ave. S., Kent, WA, 253-520-2502 or 253-981-3210.
Pacific Raceways: Home of the NHRA Nationals, drag racing, road racing, motocross, karting and more.
31001 144th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98042, 253-639-5927.
Riverbend Golf Complex: Features an 18-hole golf course as well as a 9-hole par 3 course, driving range and mini golf.
2019 W. Meeker St., Kent, WA 98032, 253-854-3673.
Seattle Mist: a team of the Lingerie Football League based at the ShoWare Center
625 W. James St., Kent, WA 98032,
Seattle Thunderbirds: The Seattle Thunderbirds represent one of 22 teams in the Western Hockey League.
625 W. James St., Kent, WA 98032, 253-239-7825.
Service Club Ballfields
14402 SE 288th St., Kent, WA
ShoWare Events Center: Kent’s new events center is the home to the Seattle Thunderbirds’ hockey team. The “green” venue also offers concerts, community events and more.
625 W. James St., Kent, WA, 253-239-7825
Soos Creek Trail: This county-owned, paved trail system is 5.62 miles long. It is partially handicapped accessible.
145th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98032, 206-296-8687
South Sound Soccer, boys & girls ages 6 – 16, league begins Jan. 23, 2010
253-332-3181
United Studios of Self Defense
Kent Station
Wilson Playfields: Lighted baseball, softball and soccer fields with synthetic turf, public art, restrooms and parking.
13028 SE 251st St., Kent, WA
Know of great local activities, entertainment, museums or sports & recreation in or near Kent, Washington not listed above? E-mail us with your suggestions.
