Summer event schedule for the Plateau and Valley | Summer Discover 2015

Endless opportunities await all those looking for summer fun. Whether you’re high on the Plateau or in the valley below, there’s plenty happening to keep everyone entertained between the holidays, from Memorial Day until Labor Day.

Endless opportunities await all those looking for summer fun.

Whether you’re high on the Plateau or in the valley below, there’s plenty happening to keep everyone entertained between the holidays, from Memorial Day until Labor Day.

The list contained on the next few pages isn’t all-inclusive… but we have attempted to hit the highlights. Between major events like Bonney Lake Days, the Buckley Log Show or the King County Fair, there are rugged trails to be hiked, paved pathways to stroll and lakes to be enjoyed.

Whatever you’re doing this summer… enjoy.

June 5 and 6: A ceramic show is planned for the Activity Hall at the Enumclaw Expo Center. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m and admission is free.

June 5-7: The King County Wastemobile comes to Enumclaw for one of its regular stops. It will set up from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m in the north parking lot of the Enumclaw Expo Center.

June 14: Rancho El Farallon, a Mexican festival, will take over the Enumclaw Expo Center grounds.

June 19-21: ACT 1 Theatre Productions offers “Vanities.” Shows will begin at 7 p.m. June 19 and 20, with a 2 p.m. matinee  on the 21st. Tickets are $10.

June 20: The Buckley Kids Log Show always takes place the Saturday prior to the main attraction.

June 27-28: The Buckley Log Show, the biggest event in the small town, traditionally takes place the last full weekend of June. The annual parade rolls down Main Street starting at 10 a.m. Saturday. Vendors line River Avenue both days. At the heart of the weekend is the Log Show competition, which has competitors testing their skills in a variety of events.

July 4: Celebrate the Independence Day holiday with Enumclaw’s traditional parade. Entries ranging from civic groups and businesses to kids’ organizations will follow the usual route over Cole Street. The parade gets rolling at noon.

July 6: For the third year, the city of Bonney Lake sponsors Kids Club events throughout the summer. Specific programs have not been announced, but will take place at 6:30 p.m. Mondays and 11 a.m. Tuesdays at Allan Yorke Park.

July 7: Kids Club program, 11 a.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

July 8: The city of Bonney Lake again sponsors the popular Tunes and Tapps concert series. Live music will fill the air at Allan Yorke Park for nine consecutive Wednesdays. The entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m. Those attending can sit on the park lawn, bring blankets or haul in lawn chairs. Many enjoy a picnic dinner. There’s also an outdoor market, which opens for business at 5 p.m. each concert night.

July 9-12: A long weekend of fun is planned for the inaugural Sonofabear Vintage Trailer Rally. Things get rolling at noon Thursday and wrap up at 3 p.m. Sunday. Organizers are looking to attract pre-1975 trailers. There will be an open house Saturday and, perhaps, a swap meet.

July 13: Kids Club program, 6:30 p.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

July 14: Kids Club program, 11 a.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

July 16-19: Under new management, the King County Fair makes a four-day run. See accompanying story.

July 17-18: Bonney Lake’s “Relay For Life” event begins at 6 p.m. Friday and continues through noon Saturday. The nationwide event is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. For information: www.relayforlifeofbonneylake.org.

July 18: The small town of Wilkeson gears up for one big day a year. Downtown will fill for the parade that starts at 11 a.m. Vendors will be scattered about selling their wares. Attention then shifts to the annual competitions, which include the main event – the handcar races – along with lawnmower races and a tug-o-war contest. Links to all events can be found at townofwilkeson/wilkeson-days.

July 18: ManeStage Theatre Company presents “Hello Dolly.” Also on July 19, July 24-26, July 31, Aug. 1-2, Aug. 7-9.

July 20: Kids Club program, 6:30 p.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

July 21: Kids Club program, 11 a.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

July 24-25: Perhaps the largest event to grace the Enumclaw Expo Center grounds each year, the Scottish Highland Games bring a colorful assortment of pipe and drum bands, Highland dancers and athletes competing in traditional events (the caber toss, for example). Visitors can enjoy Celtic performers and partake of food and drink provided by the many vendors on the grounds.

July 24-25: The Enumclaw Rotary Street Fair will again feature more than 100 vendor booths, live music, a carnival for kids, a 5k run run/walk, car show and much more. Everything is found in the heart of downtown Enumclaw. For details: www.enumclawstreetfair.com.

July 27: Kids Club program, 6:30 p.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

July 28: Kids Club program, 11 a.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

July 31-August 16: ACT 1 Theatre Productions offers “Sympathy Jones, the New Secret Agent Musical.” Show times are 7 p.m. July 31, Aug. 1, Aug. 7, Aug. 8, Aug. 14, Aug. 15; and 2 p.m. on Aug. 2, Aug. 9 and Aug. 16.

August 1: The WIN ME 5k “color run” is planned for the Enumclaw Expo Center. There will be thousands of dollars in prizes, along with color powder, vendors and more. Organizers have partnered with the Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation, which will receive $5 from each registration. For more: www.winme5k.com.

August 1-2: The Puget Sound Labrador Retriever Show takes place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Enumclaw Expo Center RV park and nearby grassy area.

August 3: Kids Club program, 6:30 p.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

August 4: Kids Club program, 11 a.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

August 4: Bonney Lake’s version of National Night Out Against Crime takes place at Allan Yorke Park. The annual event is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships. Contact Community Service Officer Yanez at 253-863-2218 ext. 3247 or e-mail Yanezk@ci.bonney-lake.wa.us. The event leads into the summer’s first presentation of Movies in the Park (see below).

August 4: The city of Bonney Lake offers Movies in the Park (formerly known as Friday Night Flicks) on four dates in August. Outdoor movies will be shown at Allan Yorke Park beginning at dusk. Movie titles have not yet been announced.

August 8: Movies in the Park, sponsored by the city of Bonney Lake at Allan Yorke Park. Free movies begin at dusk.

August 10: Kids Club program, 6:30 p.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

August 11: Kids Club program, 11 a.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

August 14-15: Bonney Lake Days will again take over Allan Yorke Park. The event is packed with entertainment for the whole family, including stage shows, fireworks, Kids Zone, chalk art, annual parade, car show, vendor booths and fun competitions.

August 14-16: One of the bigger events in Enumclaw each summer is the Olympic Kennel Club Dog Show. Thousands of animals and owners will fill the Expo Center grounds. For details: www.olympickennelclub.com.

August 17: Kids Club program, 6:30 p.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

August 18: Kids Club program, 11 a.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

August 20-22: The Enumclaw Pro Rodeo will again entertain spectators at the Expo Center arena. Gates open at 6 p.m., with all the traditional rodeo events kicking off at 7.

August 22: Movies in the Park, sponsored by the city of Bonney Lake at Allan Yorke Park. Free movies begin at dusk.

August 24: Kids Club program, 6:30 p.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

August 25: Kids Club program, 11 a.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

August 29: Movies in the Park, sponsored by the city of Bonney Lake at Allan Yorke Park. Free movies begin at dusk.

August 31: Kids Club program features “Touch a Truck,” 6:30 p.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.

September 1: Kids Club program features “Touch a Truck,” 11 a.m. at Allan Yorke Park in Bonney Lake.