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How to get started, be safe and have a blast ice-skating
Thankfully, there's a cornucopia of events that don’t cost anything
Paint, skate, bowl and learn at one local mom’s favorite places for indoor fun south of Seattle
From indoor pools to mini golf, these family-friendly activities will get you out of the house on a rainy day
This town makes for a perfect fall day trip for adventurous families
It’s raining! Tots can get their wiggles out at these indoor play gyms
Slow down and get crafty
Spend all day in the largest children’s museum in Washington
Hands-on, screen-free play to activate creativity in little builders
Where to find play areas, tasty treats and other perks for families
Pack the stroller bag and head to a local zoo, aquarium or Seattle landmark for free toddler admission
Awesome adventures with preschoolers around Seattle
Jump into autumn with some colorful homemade style
Get those kids off their phones and out of the house this summer
Creative and compact entertainment for stress-free family car adventures
Awesome kid-friendly pools around Seattle and beyond
Creative and educational things to do with kids when they can't play outside
Seattle’s newest downtown museum is an immersive and mind-bending experience for all ages
You don’t have to be an all-star athlete to enjoy pickleball, bocce ball and these other fun sports
Get downright messy with slime, splatter paint and mud puddles
KidsQuest Children’s Museum helps kids learn about climate change through play
Kids Magic Lab fills the gap for parents who want places to play indoors
Sing, dance and celebrate PJ Library at this weekend’s concert on Mercer Island
The interactive Lego exhibit in Seattle will inspire builders of all ages
Foster a love of books at fantastic shops around Seattle and beyond
Celebrate with kid-friendly community events
From hotel pools to lounges and gyms, dabble in something different without a commitment
Tons of fun doesn’t require tons of cash
Kids are off school: Here’s how to survive
Warm up this winter at a local hidden gem
Bowling, arcades, roller skating and old-school fun around the Sound
You get a date night, your kids have a blast. Deal?
Find amazing, quality treats at these fun destination shops
Where to go bowling with kids around Seattle
Our guide to awesome kids’ museums around the Sound
Fun and unusual South-Sound family activity
Skate Like a Girl's new indoor space makes everyone feel welcome
Come for the video games, stay for the community
Play sessions, parks and more for kids with sensory needs
Outdoor adventures and indoor play to fill your winter break days
All-day open play is back at this stellar indoor playground
Find kids’ meals on the cheap every day of the week
Outings to amazing Puget Sound-area library gems
Best spots around Seattle for a special tea-and-treats outing
Experience the Power of Play
Learn about science with these fun experiments
The insider lowdown on 10 iconic Seattle landmarks
Seattle-area destinations that budding paleontologists will dig
Where to play in the AC around Seattle
Discount summer movies are here
Planet Fitness gyms offer free summer memberships to teens
Celebrate Dad Day with these adorable DIY gifts!
Enter for your chance to win a night of mini golf, arcade games, bowling and more for the whole family
10 must-visit play stops for kids and families
Check out the must-visit new play space today
All-ages fun with a hoppin’ vibe!
Where to get kids rolling on roller skates
Interactive, kid-friendly fun gets young hands on local history
Broaden the kids' palates with these great Korean food picks
They're all completely free! Check our A-to-Z list
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
Celebrate Black History Month, make a date with our favorite people, spot some eagles and more!
Inflatables? Arcade games? Yes and more
Cocktails and mocktails for the holidays
Your kids will love this get-the-wiggles-out hot spot
50+ inside places to go with kids when you can’t play outside
Fast, creepy, cheap and easy ideas
What families need to know about Seattle’s Lego convention
Think your kids aren’t ready for the Burke?
Awesome activities to make that birthday party memorable
This foam dart arena is the ultimate birthday party destination
Bounce off the walls, high-flying fun!
What’s new at Seattle’s iconic family science destination?
This unique show is an all-ages crowd pleaser
What can one family’s journey teach us about U.S. history?
Enter for a chance to win one of 13 amazing prizes, valued at $2,000 total
Kid-favorite spot for hands-on play is back open
Here are some great ways to entertain (and wear out) your little partygoers!
April is a good month to celebrate flower power!
A sampler of classes and tips for teaching kids the joy of cooking
This clever app scans your Lego bricks and suggests what to make
How much can happen in one small hunk of earth or sea?
Get creative with these activities for kids that connect your family with nature
Cure cabin fever with these easy crafts: sparkly winter play dough, snowflakes and more
Straw planes, hovercrafts and more fun ideas the kids will love
Keep creativity alive and make life easier with family-friendly subscription boxes
Shoot the puck and sit in the “sin bin” at this family-friendly exhibit
5 fresh ideas for winter break staycation fun
Seattle’s newest family ice-skating destination
Child Wonder the World welcomes Seattle-area kids for indoor play
10 indoor places to play for Seattle-area families
From animation to drama, this movie lineup makes any day a holiday
Book a visit and get those wiggles out
Indoor swimming pools are reopening
Creative ideas for exploring the world world from home
Awesome ideas for edible slime, mermaid slime, glow-in-the-dark slime and more
Museums, play gyms and more reopening now
Book your timed tickets now
Fill your days with kid-focused family fun this month
Book your timed-entry tickets starting today
Encourage your kid to get crafty and learn about entomology
Get out and about safely on these private family outings
Is it safe to go?
Quick indoor and outdoor activities for remote "recess"
Ideas for what to do as we make it through this horrible weather
Yoga, fitness videos, old-school games and more
The coolest family day trips, local attractions and more
Where to leave the kids when you need to get some work done
Fresh and funny presentation appeals to families and kids
Survive another work week with ideas to keep 'em occupied
School's out? Here's how to keep them busy, learning and having fun
At-home fun, virtual activities, park explorations and more
Celebrate and do something different this week
Explore art and history through virtual museum tours
At-home ideas from the AKC to entertain kids and their pooches
Celebrate Mom and support local this Mother's Day
Fun ways to keep the kids learning and entertained
5 tried-and-true recipes tested by parents like you
Awesome at-home scavenger hunts for families and “camp” for kids
It's “spring break” from the couch with our family movie night ideas
Lots of time at home leads to sewing, potty-training and more
Tours, performances and more family “outings” to enjoy from the couch
A Q&A with the president and CEO of KidsQuest Children’s Museum
These gems are worth every penny
Keep ’em busy with these creative ideas
Cosplay, comics, science fiction and fantasy — geek out with your kids at these awesome cons
Awesome virtual experiences to keep the kids busy
Cure cabin fever with these creative crafts
Sledding, igloos, snow cream, craft ideas, online classes and more!
From archery to yoga, stay active indoors together with your kids
Everything you need to know to take the kids
Hint: Your kids' lips won't turn blue
Vintage schooner the Megan D is open for play
Unique costumes, superhero slime and more
Awesome Lego play spots around Seattle, the Eastside and South Sound
New Tribal Tales exhibit and other centers shine a light
It's a whole new museum concept that's perfect for kids
Snag a special bear at Build-A-Bear and Walmart stores
Where to breastfeed in Seattle, Bellevue and more
Roald Dahl's fantastical “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is on stage now
Snap a photo with Daniel at free "Be My Neighbor" events
Popular Great Wolf Lodge now offering day access
A wizard rock concert, escape-room fun and super space events — all free!
This year's winners and finalists
111 ways to play it cool indoors
Rock your summer (and beyond) with these fantastic memberships for families
What you need to now about this weekend's Minecraft event in Seattle
Engery-zapping indoor play spot for tots to teens
Enjoy hands-on fun at these family-focused Northwest museums
‘A safe and all-inclusive space for families’
Not ready for a pet? Here are some ideas to keep your animal-loving kid happy
Move, dance and play around the globe
New Pacific Seas Aquarium celebrates with sea creatures, storytelling, community art and more
Get out of the house with these fun ideas
Catch a break with free supervised child care
One mom's snow-day takeaway
Where to relax over dinner with kids in tow
Book your tickets now for free Black History Month screenings
Discount bears Sunday and Monday for National Hug Day
Free final week at the Burke Museum
A Seattle-area bookstore owner's top picks for your reading list this year
Two North Seattle children's book buyers' reading lists for 2019
Ball pit, zip line, slides, tea cup spinners and more
Why you need to take your kids to see it this holiday season
Where to go when you gotta get outta the house
Say goodbye to wintertime boredom
Nearby children's museums offer rainy-day fun
Simple games for days when you’re stuck inside
Early dismissal? Afternoon outings with kids
Dress up as a sea turtle, touch an urchin, walk underwater and more
You'll fall for these fun family outings
New exhibit honoring Seattle grunge founders rocks
Get your tickets for a tasty, hands-on tour of tech
Climb, swing and pretend at indoor play spot suited to all kinds of kids
Bonus: No sunscreen required
Free Lego roadshow — with play area — in town through Sunday
Bowling, laser tag, arcade games, food and more
These sparkly geode rocks are a fun, sciency experiment to make with the kids
Woodland Park Zoo unveils welcoming features for families with special needs
Free play date for kids to support the Games
Puget Sound-area Apple stores serve up free tech workshops
Awesome interactive exhibits for kids and nostalgia for grown-ups
Check out these kid-friendly museums
What you need to know about this new kids’ play paradise
Mo Willems' comic musical is fun for all ages
Black lives matter in art and history
What you need to know about the new History Museum exhibit
Bowling gets a hip, all-ages update at new Bowlero Lynnwood
It's reading cats and dogs! Fun and helpful reading programs for kids
You and your kids will love this shiny new space for indoor play
Not a football fan? Avoid the usual crowds by going out on Super Bowl Sunday
Make 'em for the whole class or just for your kid!
Popular South Sound play spot is back and ready for energetic kids
Explode your kids’ idea of movies with amazing, inspiring international picks
IMAX movie thrills train fans of all ages
Might as well jump at Flying Circus, a place to stay active as a family in winter
Find imaginative play, a jungle gym, ball pit and more
Scenes from nature and a colorful cast of subjects give kids lots to examine
Glow on with these illuminating ideas
Science shines in 3-D IMAX film at Pacific Science Center
It's game on at the Center for Architecture and Design
8 tips from a pro
A friendly, clean play place you'll want to come back to again and again
Try out Renton’s new IKEA as a rainy-day playspace
Now open in Ballard, Portal makes VR a social, family-friendly event
Let the sun shine with these ideas
Your guide to culture on the cheap
A new partnership connects the dots between art and art-making
Find insider tips on what's new and awesome
Tales on a tugboat, nature stories at Seward Park and more
The new museum focuses on education, deep engagement and safe risks
Seattle Parks drops fees from toddler gyms and most other drop-in activities
An easy craft good for individuals and the whole family
These nifty nooks, window seats and oversized chairs are just right
Paul Allen’s computer collection becomes a 'petting zoo' for geeks that's fun for all
Need to occupy the kiddos this holiday? We've got you covered
Parents and companies challenge gendered toys
Play hide and seek with rain-activated art
9 super-cool video clips and extraordinary facts about Lin-Manuel Miranda’s revolutionary musical
Seattle Opera's 'Hansel and Gretel' boasts wild spectacle, a modern twist on the fairy tale and a Family Day deal
Immersive new exhibit recreates the Victorian era, celebrates history, science and mystery
Fight censorship and share these banned books, discussing topics from LGBTQ rights to sexual assault
16 books and movies about trailblazing women in politics
: Parks, Pubs, Pools and Playgrounds
Famed ocean explorer Jean-Michel Cousteau's new film finds beauty at the bottom of the food chain
The wonderfully weird Block Party this weekend offers free, interactive fun for the family
Professional duct tape crafter Richela Fabian Morgan shares all
The Emerald City's original skyscraper gets an update with a kid-friendly walk through history
Bellevue's most international neighborhood is a center for affordable, family-friendly fun
Celebrate sports all year with these classics
The Boy Who Lived returns and he's got a 'Cursed Child'
Celebrate Independence Day with these patriotic arts and crafts
Break out of the (DVD) box with these creative suggestions
Everyone from toddlers to cynical teens will find something to love at Olympic Sculpture Park and SAM this summer
Turn your kids into bookworms with these fun and relatable reads
Winners and finalists for 2016
Bellevue Arts Museum and Northwest African American Museum feature must-see shows. See both with one ticket
Find out which kid, tween and teen flicks to see and which to skip
The world's largest display of Lego artwork is hands off, but celebrates art and creativity in a uniquely child-friendly way
The fun doesn't stop with these 3 crafts
'Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds' offers props, phasers and plenty more from 50 years in space
Plus a 101 on the hottest board games and trading card games
Nine new interactive exhibits allow kids to sniff, touch, climb and work their way through the museum
Channel that inner creativity with these fun art ideas you and your little ones will love doing together
Try these fun craft ideas for the perfect gift for grandparents and other loved ones
Let’s welcome the season with these spring-inspired art activities
Themed open play stations, building workshops and a collective Death Star build equals Lego heaven
With free hands-on workshops for families, this new center lets kids design the future
Discovery Playtown is a kid-sized version of Main Street, complete with beauty salon, fire truck, pet hospital and a two-story slide
Inspire and equip your young readers with Newbery and Caldecott winners for 2016, plus more great sources for book picks!
Watch from above (with wifi) as your kids wear themselves out below
Score a touchdown with these inspired ideas
From 'Guardians of the Galaxy' to a silent-movie-era film, the best space-adventure movies for families
From sewing to art and even coding, creative, small programs that nurture kids' spirits
Capture important family moments with these apps for creating, printing, and sharing photos and videos of your favorite family memories
Our list of hot holiday toys that provide fun, nostalgia, learning and exploration
Are you reading, or just zapping monsters and splatting blackberries? Here's how you can use e-books to improve storytime, not hinder it
Roo's World of Discovery is a homey space designed for young kids of all abilities, and their grown-ups
Expert tips on choosing movies including what to do when a movie isn't what you expected
Want to teach kids about empathy without preaching? Add these gems to your movie-night list
Wondering which fall movie promises to be a must-see? Read on
Where to see grown-up music, from rock to blues to experimental jazz, which kids will enjoy too
From 'Charlotte's Web' to 'Little Women'
Does your child love using a smartphone or tablet? Put that interest to good use with these 6 global-focused apps on world cultures, geography, and exploration!
Bach on a dime? Mozart for nothing? Check out these affordable but top-notch programs around Seattle
The scoop on Funtastic Playtorium, Giggle Jungle and Dabuda Playhouse and Cafe
Looking for some great reads for your sports-minded kid? Try this list of heartwarming, life-lesson filled titles
Two new kid-friendly spots to explore in August
Q&A with the cofounder of Hollow Earth Radio and teaching artist helping to reinvent The Makery
Our winners for 2015!
From math basics to learning how to follow directions, these 6 apps will help your preschooler learn important skills for entering kindergarten
The newest cool critters, parking tips, how to save and more
Plus, 3 DIY film festivals to do at home
Fuel your kids' brains with a workshop in programming robotic cars
This super-easy recipe is the ultimate April Fools' joke
Taste the riches of Greece through a MOHAI exhibit, IMAX film, books and more
Keep your kids warm and dry during all your winter-weather activities with these fun and practical products!
Free play, tot breakdancing classes, parent support and more
Virtual story time, homework help, free digital downloads and more!
Creative ideas for making the most of indoor and outdoor play through the winter months
Old- and new-school practical arts, from pottery to needlework to welding to filmmaking
Craft a memory with your kids by hand with these DIY stocking ideas
From 'The Boxtrolls' to a unique superhero adventure
Creepy, crawly, educational apps for iPhone, iPad and Android
Fun DIY crafts made from recyclable materials
Pinball museum, comic stores, code classes, oh my!
Top 10 Non-Miyazaki Anime Films for Kids and Families
Enter the world of anime with these classics
Fun for families at a cultural museum in Ballard
From circus arts to animal tracking to fun and games
Explore butterflies, rainforests, tide pools and more, indoors
Throw a fantastic birthday party with these fully planned party ideas
20-plus ways to save on family arts in Greater Seattle
Plus: The Kids Bowl Free program is back
Seahawks and football-inspired food for the big game
Creative ways to beat cabin fever
Fire up spring creativity
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