City of Carnation wins "Most on Theme" award in the Fourth of July Grand Parade!

All Photos Courtesy of Last Lite Photography

The Independence Day celebration in the City of Carnation is put on by a non-profit organization called the Carnation 4th of July Committee. This group of community volunteers work tirelessly all year long to plan a variety of fun events in the downtown core and surrounding areas.

The 4th of July Committee puts on the kiddie and grand parades on Tolt Avenue, the 5K Run at Remlinger Farms, the Car Show at Carnation Café, Vendor Village at Tolt Commons, the three-on-three basketball tournament on Bird Street, community picnic at Camp River Ranch, live music throughout Carnation, and the fireworks display at Remlinger Farms.

The event would not be possible without the tireless efforts of the many individuals who make up the 4th of July Committee and volunteers, and the 2025 Carnation 4th of July was a massive success and provided joy and happy memories for the residents and visitors who participated.

City Events

Tolt Triangle Park Ribbon Cutting

The Tolt Triangle Park and gathering space had its grand opening over the weekend! Mayor Hawkins, Deputy Mayor Ribail, and Councilmember Merizan celebrated with Planning and Parks Board members Wayne Wallace, Nathan Sherfey, and Vivian Anschell.

Thank you to the Lee Arts Foundation for the creation and donation of the tractor seats.

Thank you to King Conservation District for making the plant giveaway possible.

Thank you to the Carnation Chamber of Commerce for joining the festivities and doing a ribbon cutting for the new park.



You may have noticed the new utility box art in the park - stay tuned for more information and more art!

Rise and Shine Awards

City Manager Ender presented awards to Carnation community members Megan & Joe Mellin of the Carnation 4th of July Celebration Committee and Greg Jamiel of SnoValley Pride at the Empower Youth Network Rise & Shine Breakfast!

Megan and Joe Mellin make our Valley Shine for their tireless dedication to organizing Carnation's 4th of July celebration. Their leadership creates a safe and positive environment for families and youth to gather, connect, and celebrate, making a lasting impact on our community.

Greg Jamiel makes our City shine by creating safe, inclusive spaces for LGBTQIA+ youth and adults through SnoValley Pride. His vision, kindness, and tireless dedication inspire youth to embrace their true selves and create a more inclusive community for all.

Mark your calendars!

Special City Council Meeting

July 21, 2025 |5:00 PM | City Hall

Carnation Blood Drive

July 22, 2025 | 12:00 PM | Tolt Triangle Park

Planning and Parks Board Meeting

July 22, 2025 | 5:00 PM | City Hall

Coffee with Council

July 26, 2025 | 9:00 AM | Sandy's Espresso

There's always something to do in Carnation! City Staff has compiled a list of fun Carnation events and put them onto one calendar on the City's website.

Don't see your Carnation event on the calendar? Email the City's Communications Officer: ashlyn.farnworth@carnationwa.gov

Join us for the Carnation Concert Crawl!

Brought to you by Morgan Henley Presents and the City of Carnation.

• 10 AM - 12 PM: Sheyenne Leanord @ Carnation Cafe (4760 Tolt Avenue)
• 12 PM - 2 PM: Serious Goose w/ Vendor Village @ Tolt Commons (31999 E Bird Street)
• 2 PM - 4 PM: Stomping Ground @ Big Block Brewery (4534 Tolt Avenue)
• 4 PM - 6 PM: Massy Ferguson @ Miller's (4597 Tolt Avenue)
• 6 PM - 8 PM: Eden @ Pour House Pete's (4640 Tolt Avenue)

All Ages! FREE! Pick up your Concert Passport @ Carnation Cafe to enter yourself to win a prize!

Sponsored by the Port of Seattle

Scholarships available!

Email scholarships@carnationwa.gov for an application.

June Carnation Recycling Event - By the Numbers

The stats are in - the Carnation community is full of superstar recyclers!

467 carloads of recyclable material arrived. The total amount of material collected was 68,570 pounds or nearly 35 tons!

• 24,900 pounds of scrap metals and electronics
• 36 used refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners.
• 152 TV sets
• 59 computer monitors
• 8,360 pounds of shredded paper
• 65 propane tanks.
• 3,080 pounds of bulky and scrap wood.
• 175 used tires
• 39 lead acid batteries
• 5990 household batteries
• 6 toilets and sinks.
• 20 mattresses and box springs

2025 SnoValley Pride Picnic

Mayor Hawkins, Deputy Mayor Ribail, Councilmember Merizan, and members of City Staff attended the SnoValley Pride Third Annual Pride Picnic at Tolt Commons! The City hosted craft tables to decorate ceramic pots and coasters. Great music, great food, and some real-life unicorns made the day super special!