Page 3 - Kent Parks Recreation Guide Fall 2026

Welcome to the 2026–27 Kent Parks Guide!

One of the best things about Kent is the number of ways our community can connect, play, learn and
enjoy time together. Whether you are signing your child up for a new class, looking for a fitness program,
exploring our parks and trails, joining an activity at the Kent Senior Activity Center, or finding something fun
for the whole family, our Parks team has something for everyone.
Each season, I am grateful for the work our Parks, Recreation and Community Services staff do to create
programs and events that bring people together and help make Kent such a great place to call home.
From youth sports and camps to cultural programs, outdoor recreation, senior activities and community
events, these opportunities are an important part of what keeps our city active, welcoming and connected.
I hope you’ll take some time to look through this guide and find something new to try this year. Maybe it’s
a class you’ve always been curious about, a program for your kids, a volunteer opportunity, or a community
event you can enjoy with friends and neighbors.
Thank you for being part of what makes Kent special. I look forward to seeing you out in our parks, at our
events and around our community this year.

FROM THE MAYOR
Dana Ralph, Mayor of Kent

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!

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Kent Parks, Recreation & Community Services is dedicated to enriching lives. We believe that
everyone should have the opportunity to participate in recreation activities! A goal within our
mission is to ensure that every pre-school child and school-age youth residing within the City
of Kent or Kent School District, has full access to a wide variety of recreational opportunities,
regardless of family income or ability to pay. Our scholarships help make our programs and
activities more accessible to the community. Thus far, no eligible individual has been denied!
Scholarships are also available for Senior participants (age 50 and older) for the lunch program
and fitness center. Senior applicants must reside within the City of Kent or within King County.
Financial assistance for Adults 50+ is provided by King County Veterans, Seniors and Human
Services Levy funds.
Eligibility is based on household income and the number of dependents living in the
household. Eligibility is in alignment with the Federal Poverty Guidelines and related assistance
programs. For more information:
Youth applicants must reside within the City of Kent or within the Kent School District service Please call the Kent Commons at
area. Applications can be picked up at the Kent Commons Community Center or the Kent 253-856-5100
Senior Activity Center. or the Kent Senior Activity Center at
253-856-5150
Documentation to determine eligibility must be submitted with the application. Please provide with any questions, or to
one of the following items to determine eligibility: discuss accommodations.
ƒ Current eligibility/award letter for reduced school lunches MyKentParks.com/Scholarships
OR current Kent School District Activity card
ƒ Current DSHS Medical Identification card (ProviderOne, Molina, and Apple Health accepted) To donate to the
Access to Recreation Initiative,
ƒ EBT benefits award letter (card is not accepted) please visit
ƒ Senior Center scholarships: Copy of most recent Federal 1040 income tax returns, OR if you KentCommunityFoundation.org
are unable to provide either of these, you may submit other documentation of income such
as SSA/SSI Benefit Statements, last 3 months of paycheck stubs, etc. (age 50 and older only).
Scholarships can be used for most recreation programs and facility passes. Some services are Scan here to
not eligible for Recreation Scholarship assistance, including private and specialized classes,
facility rentals, and merchandise. Scholarships are valid for one calendar year (winter quarter to learn more!
fall quarter registration). Applicants will need to re-apply annually to be considered for renewal.

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Register for Fall 2026 programs at MyKentParks.com/Register or call 253-856-5100