Auburn rings in the season Saturday with parade, tree lighting

oin the holiday parade, greet Santa and enjoy snacks and crafts. A wide range of holiday season activities unfold Saturday with Auburn's traditional parade down Main Street, followed by community caroling and the lighting of the City Hall Tree.

November 18, 2011 3:09 pm
St. Nick chats with Donovan Hopkins at last year's Breakfast with Santa event at the Auburn Senior Activity Center. Santa and his elves return for the special occasion Dec. 10.
St. Nick chats with Donovan Hopkins at last year's Breakfast with Santa event at the Auburn Senior Activity Center. Santa and his elves return for the special occasion Dec. 10.

Join the holiday parade, greet Santa and enjoy snacks and crafts.

A wide range of holiday season activities unfold Saturday with Auburn’s traditional parade down Main Street, followed by community caroling and the lighting of the City Hall Tree.

The City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department announced the holiday lineup this week.

Events include:

• Holiday parade: 4:30 p.m., Dec. 3, Main Street.

For those that want to join in the parade, report to the lineup area (E Street Northeast and Main Street) at 4 p.m. No registration is required. Participants are encouraged to review the parade rules and regulations, which can be found at www.auburnwa.gov. The Auburn Elites from Pioneer Elementary will provide parade spectators with a pre-parade treat – filling Main Street in front of City Hall and the One Main Street Building with entertainment.

• Holiday Snack & Craft: 2-4 p.m., Dec. 3, Washington Elementary, 20 E St. NE, Auburn.

Prior to the parade, families can join the Auburn Parks staff in creating holiday gingerbread houses and ornaments. The pre-registration fee is $3 for residents, $4 for non-residents. Registration at the door is $5. It is recommended to pre-register prior to attending.

• Auburn Optimist Club Santa House: Dec. 3 opener, new location, Plaza Park, across from City Hall, West Main Street.

An Auburn tradition, share the joy with a photo with Santa. The Santa House will open directly after the parade and will have varying hours though Dec. 23. For more information, call 253-315-3025.

• National Lampoon’s “Christmas Vacation”: 6 p.m., Dec. 3, Auburn Ave Theater, 10 Auburn Ave.

Catch the screening of the hilariously funny movie at the iconic theater after the parade. Food concessions will be available. Fee is $3. Advance tickets available at the Auburn Parks office, online at www.auburnwa.gov/arts or get your tickets on the day of the event (pending availability) at the theater box office, starting at 5 p.m.

• Breakfast with Santa: 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. (two seatings), Dec. 10, Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE.

Enjoy a special breakfast served by Santa’s elves, musical entertainment and a special visit from Santa. Cost is $5 for residents of Auburn, $7 for those living outside the city ($6/$8 for adults). Pre-registration is required. The breakfast fills up quickly so early reservations are recommended.

For more information on Auburn’s holiday events, contact Auburn Parks, Arts & Recat 253-931-3043.