Close to Home, Far from Ordinary

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. $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 RVs, limos, busses, tailgating, or alcohol.

Fall 2026 – Spring 2027 schedule: October 10 – Hoppers (PG); March 13 – The Mandalorian and Grogu (PG-13); April 10 – Toy Story 5 (PG); May 8 – Project Hail Mary (PG-13).

Kirkland Catrina Walk 2026 is a family-friendly Día de Muertos cultural celebration presented by Mundo Catrina at Marina Park in Kirkland. Join us for a day celebrating Mexican culture and traditions through Catrinas, live music, cultural performances, art, local vendors, family activities, and a Catrina Walk through Downtown Kirkland.

Get ready for the Kirkland Turkey Trot 5K, 10K and the Kids Race! Mark your calendars for November 15th at 9:00 AM and join us at Juanita Bay Park for a fun, family-friendly run that kicks off the holiday season in style.

This scenic route begins and ends at Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland. Runners will make their way to and through Juanita Bay Park, taking in the Seattle skyline and the beautiful views of Lake Washington, before returning to Juanita Beach Park via the historic Market Street Bridge. But the fun doesn’t stop there! After crossing the finish line, continue the celebration at Moss Bay Hall in downtown Kirkland for a festive celebration filled with holiday cheer.

The Seattle International Comedy Competition is the REAL “Last Comic Standing”—and the stakes are high! Spanning 26 days, 22 shows, and 18 venues, the competition brings together 32 comedians from the U.S., Canada, UK, and Japan to compete for more than $15,000 in cash prizes and the title of champion.

After surviving the Preliminary rounds, the top comedians advance to the Semi-Finals, where they perform 10-minute sets over five shows in hopes of earning one of just five spots in the Finals. November 22 is the night of the Semi-Finals—and the Finalists will be announced at the end of the show! Five comedians move on. Five go home. And you’ll be there to see it happen.

Come experience some of the best emerging comedy talent from around the world and find out who will advance to the Finals! Who will make the Finals? Be there when we find out!

Grand Kyiv Ballet brings The Nutcracker: Symphony of Lights to Kirkland for three holiday performances. Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, glowing costumes, world-class dancers and contemporary light design transform the classic story into a vivid theatrical journey for audiences of all ages.

Performances: Thursday, December 17; Friday, December 18; and Saturday, December 19 — all at 7:00 PM.