From free to fancy, where to catch sparkling light displays this season
Everything families need to know about how KEXP is making sure that music matters to the next generation
Play hometown tourist at these local attractions
From new, nerdy nonfiction to sweet short stories, here are our editor’s top picks
Up-close salmon viewing and more fun at this top attraction
All the details on this year’s Seafair schedule, including where to watch the Blue Angels
Awesome kid-friendly pools around Seattle and beyond
Will your crew try out this kids’ paradise of inflatables?
See how Seattle compares to the national average
7 Seattle-area parents share how their stories shape their parenting style
Join the Pride party with your fam this June
A full day itinerary in Seattle’s first neighborhood
Epic spray parks, fountains and water-play hot spots for families
This classic summer festival that has plenty of things for kids to do
Check out our handpicked highlights for families
Less crowded trails around Seattle and the Eastside for kids on bikes
The perfect family day at Seattle’s iconic public market
Foster a love of books at fantastic shops around Seattle and beyond
Warm up this winter at a local hidden gem
Bowling, arcades, roller skating and old-school fun around the Sound
Stroller-friendly trails and paths around Seattle and the Eastside
Skate Like a Girl's new indoor space makes everyone feel welcome
Outings to help you learn more about Seattle’s Indigenous roots
All-day open play is back at this stellar indoor playground
The insider lowdown on 10 iconic Seattle landmarks
Frolic among free-flying butterflies at the zoo this season
Local soccer team gets kids super close to the action
Play all day with kids at Seattle’s best park
Ballard’s annual 17th of May fest is loads of fun for families
Get eye-to-eye with giant bugs this summer
Shoot fun photos for your followers at unique Seattle-area landmarks
Our favorite spots for family takeout and tasty treats
Is your child’s name on the list?
What families need to know about Seattle’s Lego convention
What’s new at Seattle’s iconic family science destination?
Find farm-fresh produce and loads of family fun
Seattle’s iconic landmark warrants a fresh look
Enter for a chance to win one of 13 amazing prizes, valued at $2,000 total
Tickets go on sale Monday, March 28
West Seattle play destination combines old and new play features
Noisy and hilarious sea lions are hanging around in Ballard
Go play now! Winter is “empty playground season”
Enter to win one of 15 amazing prizes, worth $3,175 in total
In-person and at-home events and activities for kids
Explore skill-building play features — and nearby bakeries
Family-friendly summer concerts return — tickets on sale May 21
Everything you need to know for a dino-mite visit with kids
Head to the ship canal locks to see boats up close
This Seattle-area high school student launched a free virtual tutoring service during the coronavirus pandemic
How’s this new show for families?
Claim your free pizza slice with your voter registration
Playgrounds in Seattle Parks have officially reopened
Ideas for what to do as we make it through this horrible weather
The perfect outing perfect for stir-crazy Seattle-Area families
Tickets on sale now for zoo's July 1 reopening
Find out what's open and what's not
Where to bike, walk, scoot and play in the street
City seeks to discourage gatherings during sunny spring weekend
What you’re probably worried about and what you can do right now
Great stuff this month for Northwest families
Feeling a crunch? You're not alone.
The inside scoop on SAAM’s family-friendly features
Fantastic new parks beckon to families from near and far
Awesome places to run, climb, slide and play opened this past year
Which holiday display is right for your family?
What you need to know to take the kids
From one-hour versions perfect for tots to the PNB spectacular
Treat your family to this magical holiday experience
Spacious, peaceful Rodgers Park gets an ADA update
Fab Gas Works playground closed weekdays through Oct. 25
It's a whole new museum concept that's perfect for kids
Where to breastfeed in Seattle, Bellevue and more
How the Seattle Public Schools are focusing on community outreach and connection
Follow the Cheshiahud Trail for a new view of the heart of Seattle
Ultra-fun new play area opens just in time for summer
‘A safe and all-inclusive space for families’
Climbing tower, slides, monkey bars and scavenger hunt
A story of friendship with a twist
Free final week at the Burke Museum
What families need to know
Looking for more help for your student? What this mom recommends
‘Bold As Love’ celebrates the Seattle childhood of Jimi Hendrix
Ways for families to support families this season
Why you need to take your kids to see it this holiday season
What they are, what they do and how you can get involved
Holiday cheer and cheap bites combine for fun family time
Timeless, enchanting story of friendship comes to life on stage
A Q&A with Martha Brockenbrough
This awesome urban art hunt will have them discovering, climbing and snapping photos
The early life of athlete and activist Muhammad Ali
A famous local park is now a not-to-be-missed play destination
Despite questions from extended family, a mom celebrates her homeschool experience
'I want my kids to see me speaking up — for myself, for them, for others.'
Annie Marie Musselman discusses 'Lobos' at two local readings
The Gates Discovery Center highlights innovative solutions to gobal problems
You'll fall for these fun family outings
Beloved storybook characters spring to life on stage
Author KJ Dell’Antonia shares the recipe for easier parenting
A perfect read for your adventurous kid
A North Seattle mother reflects on representation and identity
Climbing structures, roller slide, play fields and terrific views
What's next for the controversial Washington state initiative
Local author Bonnie J. Rough talks sex ed at Sept. 11 Town Hall event
Seattle Public Schools and local teacher unions discuss new contracts
A visit to Green Lake unsettles this local mother
ParentMap answers a reader question from #SeaHomeless 2018
Inclusive play area, fruit and flowers, chickens, garden truck and more
Cornish Preparatory Dance program welcomes all dancers
Local organization has launched new groups this summer with more on the way
Tips, tours and on-land viewing spots for families
A Q&A with Aidan Key of Gender Diversity
"Keep It Real" comes out August 17 with two free shows on the horizon
Ready for the back-to-school madness? Nope, neither are we
As part of #SeaHomeless, we're looking for your ideas on stories to tell
Plus, a new special for your kid's birthday month
Act quickly to see this rousing, Tony Award-winning Broadway show
And how you can help
The Seattle-based storyteller on making wild spaces accessible
16,000 students would get free ORCA cards
Free play date for kids to support the Games
Local woman creates a powerful film about losing a child
Free scoops Tuesday, June 19, at Full Tilt Capitol Hill
The garden wall, the bird's nest and all you need to know for a family visit
The 2018 line-up for KEXP's Concerts at the Mural
Keep Seattle weird by visiting these off-the-tour-map spots
The popular Seattle neighborhood welcomes a new market
A Q&A with Seattle author Angela Garbes
The inside scoop from Seattle's biggest film festival
What's next for these local favorites?
Tickets go on sale Friday
Seattle Children's hosts a Mental Wellness Fair
And how the Gates Foundation is helping
Fascinating history, cool costumes and a chance to build your own Iron Man suit
A child's imagination shines during naptime
Consider this arts option that's all about less stress
Learn about Tai McMillan's work
A Q&A with the executive director of Open Arms Perinatal Services
A Q&A with the Seattle dad fighting to end lunch shaming
A Q&A with the lieutenant governor of Washington State
A Q&A with the director of Skate Like a Girl Seattle
A Q&A with the vice president of Northwest Center Kids
A Q&A with the owner and artistic director of Northwest Tap Connection
A Q&A with the director of the Haring Center
'The Great Leap' scores big
Learn how to share your feedback
Details on the March 24 event
The Seattle author takes the stage on April 15
Fantastic new South Seattle playground is well worth a trip
Mayor Jenny Durkan invites families to a town hall on March 8
A Q&A with Seattle parent and author Ijeoma Oluo
Seattle Parks opens awesome new Victory Heights Playground
Pacific Northwest Ballet stages the classic ballet
8 tips for planning a rich summer
From Feb. 5–9, Seattle teachers invite families to participate in a national movement
How he helps Seattle youth find a new path
The Broadway show offers a digital lottery
All-star cast brings the classic story to life on stage
A seasonal arts guide for local families
The themes of August Wilson's civil rights-era play ring true today
And what you can do about it
Three years after an equity specialist was hired, progress is slow
A new zip line, a high slide and adventure features at Seattle's Discovery Park
Head to Maple Leaf for a special December spectacle
ACT Theatre's holiday tradition is fierce and funny
You'll be humming Irving Berlin classics all the way home
The musical captures the charm of both the book and the movie
Take your own to see this heartbreaking but hilarious play
Life-size Harry Potter scene in Ballard closing Jan. 19
The one-day strike leaves parents scrambling
There’s something for everyone this Northwest winter
The iconic holiday exhibit turns 25
Scenes from nature and a colorful cast of subjects give kids lots to examine
New UW report finds that Seattle is rapidly becoming unaffordable for families
Families turn to the Alyssa Burnett Adult Life Center
High-energy show is perfect for preschoolers
Old fan or new, you'll enjoy this laugh-a-minute spin on a classic
Seattle’s latest population boom draws new residents
Fremont's Teacher Tom talks play, risk and more
Because ignoring the problem doesn't make it go away
"I know that to best process my feelings I need to create positive action"
This summer, Pike Place Market gets room to breathe
Meet Seattle's very own Miss Piggy
The 110-year-old ‘city within a city’ has something for everyone
