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Auburn has approximately thirty parks for the whole family to enjoy. Along many trails, bird enthusiasts can enjoy sightings of falcons, blue herons, eagles, and other varieties of birds. At Game Farm Wilderness Park, join a game of disc golf, ride a bike, or jog along the trail. Children can fish at Mill Pond or skate at Sunset Park. Golfers can choose from three top golf courses.

Experience the excitement of thoroughbred horse racing at Emerald Downs. The $250,000 Longacres Mile has been the highlight of the year for more than seventy years. On summer Sundays, families can enjoy pony rides, clowns, and face painting.

Let your feet roam along the track of the Supermall, a value shopping center with over a hundred stores. It also hosts a stadium style regal cinema. Don’t like the crowds? Stroll along the quaint downtown region of Auburn and enjoy the little shops nestled among the public artworks. During the midweek of July, Auburn has a huge sidewalk sale. In August, the Good Ol’ Days festival happens along Main street. A collection of old jalopies parade down the street, venders sell their wares, bands play, and children enjoy games. One of the largest Veterans Day parades, marches across Auburn’s streets the Saturday before Veteran’s Day. The first Saturday of December welcomes the Santa parade followed by community caroling and lighting of the City Hall Christmas tree.

Kick up your heels on the Muckleshoot Casino’s Club Galaxy dance floor or cruise through seven great restaurants. Try your luck with choices of 2,600 game machines and over 65 table games. Up the street from Muckleshoot is the White River Amphitheatre. World class concerts play against a spectacular view of Mt. Rainer from May-October.

Shuffle over to the White River Valley Museum and learn some interesting facts about Auburn’s history. Did you know Auburn used to be called, Slaughter? Stroll through Mountain View Lavender Farm and breathe in the calming aroma. It’s open from May-July.

Auburn is accessible by rail, bus, car, and air. It has a number of affordable friendly hotels close to many restaurants and easy access to major attractions and downtown. Auburn sits halfway between Seattle and Tacoma overlooking fertile farmlands and two major rivers with a backdrop of Mt. Rainer.

For more information contact the Chamber of Commerce @ (253) 833-0700. City of Auburn 25 West Main Street Auburn, WA. 98001 or on the web @ http://www.auburnwa.gov

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