Opening day schedule
Ribbon cutting (9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.)
Join us at Federal Way Downtown Station starting at 9:30 a.m. to kick off a fun day full of special events. FW Black Collective will host a street fair featuring live music and performances, food trucks, community partners and kids activities. Following speeches from community leaders, we'll cut the ribbon to celebrate the official opening of the three new stations and welcome passengers on board for the first time around 11 a.m.
Community events (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
When trains start running around 11 a.m., riders will be greeted by community events at each of the three new stations, where you'll find food trucks, giveaways, live performances, community resources and children's programming.
Don’t forget to play Discover. Stamp. Win! along the way for a chance to win a prize!
How to get there
Link service to the new stations kicks off at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6 — but the celebration starts earlier! For morning events in Federal Way, hop on one of the many convenient transit options nearby.
Explore the bus routes serving Federal Way Downtown Station or plan your car-free day with our trip planner.
Prefer to drive? Limited parking is available at Federal Way Downtown station and opens at 6 a.m. at Kent Des Moines and Star Lake on Dec. 6th. Learn more about parking at Sound Transit stations here.
Station-by-station events
Hosted by the Success Foundation
Kent Des Moines Station
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: This free, family-friendly celebration will feature seven themed “gardens” highlighting local culture, innovation and community, including interactive art and history exhibits, food trucks, live performances, and youth-led activities.
Guests can explore community resources, meet local businesses, and enjoy performances from regional schools and cultural groups.
The event is hosted by the Success Foundation and presented by Sound Transit in partnership with the City of Kent, the City of Des Moines, and local community organizations to celebrate the heart and diversity of the Southside region. Attendees are encouraged to take transit to the event and join in celebrating a new era of connection, sustainability, and community pride.
Hosted by Project Feast
Star Lake Station
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Join Project Feast to celebrate the Star Lake Station Opening: Feast for Trains! Indulge your senses with multicultural stage performances, curated food vendors, live cooking demonstrations, commemorative giveaways, kids' activities, and so much more.
Feast for Trains is brought to you by Sound Transit and Project Feast, a local social-enterprise non-profit empowering refugee and immigrant cooks with culinary job training.
Hosted by FW Black Collective
Federal Way Downtown Station
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.: The FW Black Collective is hosting a community street fair where you can connect with local community organizations sharing valuable information about their services, plus enjoy a Kids Zone featuring carnival games and a holiday craft workshop.
Get ready for entertainment when a DJ and live performers kick off the stage presence from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and catch the balloon twisters and face painters from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
You’ll also find delicious food vendors and a lively atmosphere all day long. Mark your calendars for a day of community, connection, and family fun!
Can’t make it on opening day?
You can still experience the excitement at the new stations for two months afterwards. Stations feature portraits of people who live, work and play along the new stations among colorful installations at each station perfect for capturing your next selfie.
Be sure to tag #1Line for a chance to be featured on Sound Transit’s Instagram page.
Don’t miss out on discovering all the 1 Line fun beginning Dec. 6!
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