Consider a winter weekend getaway to explore Kent for shopping, local sips and nationally recognized live entertainment.
Here are a few ideas to help you plan:
Experience local art and culture
Step out of the cold to enjoy events from Kent’s creative and quirky culture scene:
- January 14: Emerging Artists Juried Showcase, a new monthly event supporting teen artists
- January 20: Jazz at Lincoln Center: Songs We Love, music from the 1920s-1950s performed by rising New York singers
- February 3: International Guitar Night, a traveling festival highlighting acoustic guitars
- February 25: Meeker Street Nerd Party, with authors, actors, vendors
Raise a glass
Make a new year’s resolution to see friends more often – why not start by exploring Kent’s beverage scene? Some favorite local settings include:
- Agave Cocina
- Four Horsemen Brewery
- Gator’s Sports Bar and Grill
- JP’s Taproom + Grill
- Reds Wine Bar
- The Harp Bar and Restaurant
Get close to the action
When you’ve caught up on binge TV, change out of the pajama pants and get over to accesso ShoWare Center. The action at Kent’s largest public venue will keep you on the edge of your seat:
- Regular season through March 25: Seattle Thunderbirds hockey
- Regular season through March 26: Tacoma Stars indoor soccer
- January 6-7: Gut Check Tournament, featuring high school wrestlers from around the country
- January 22: Harlem Globetrotters basketball
- March 4: Legends of the West concert with Ice Cube and other hip hop artists
- March 17: Matt Dusk Sings Sinatra concert
Fuel up before a concert or after a game at the nearby Thai Chili, Fire Tacos de Birria or another restaurant along the Kent Food Trails.
Find a new place to shop local
Kent Station is an all-in-one center for shopping, dining and entertainment. Add to your new year’s wardrobe at Chico’s, J.Jill or Gentry’s Footwear.
Remember what it’s like to see a movie on the big screen? Check out the options at Kent Station’s AMC Theater after dinner at Banyan Tree or Mama Stortini’s.
Is thrift shopping more your style? Whether you have specific items in mind or are simply treasure hunting, plan a day in Kent to explore Seattle Children’s Bargain Boutique, Goodwill, St. Vincent de Paul, Value Village or St. James’ Thrift Shop (open Wednesdays and Saturdays only).
No need to hurry home after a day exploring Kent. Plan an overnight stay to relax and rejuvenate for the year ahead.
