Come to watch the contests or Mutt Parade at high noon or enter your own mutt in the agility course or dashing doxie race. There will be a fashion show, food and entertainment, doggie vendors, photos, grooming services and more!
Date: 07/12/2008 Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Location:Heritage Park, Sumner | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free to spectators, $5 per entry Event Info: 253-299-5520 | Web site
Dante Marioni: Form, Color, Pattern
The exhibit is a survey comprising thirty exceptional glass works crafted over the past two decades by artist, Dante Marioni, known for his mastery of Venetian techniques to create graceful glass forms in bold colors and with classic lines. Included in the exhibition are pieces from the artist’s personal collection as well as one multi-vessel wall display made specifically for this exhibition. Date: 02/16/2008 - 09/21/2008 Time: Open during Museum hours Location:Museum of Glass, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with Museum admission Event Info: 253-284-4750 | Web site
Lino Tagliapietra in Retrospect: A Modern Renaissance in Italian Glass
Take a look at the art and 40-year career of Lino Tagliapietra, known as the maestro of glassblowing. The exhibition comprises 169 objects acquired from the artist’s own collection and collections around the world, including pivotal and renowned series of artistic work, designs made for industry, and private objects that have never been exhibited.
Date: 02/23/2008 - 08/24/2008 Time: Open during Museum hours Location:Museum of Glass, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with Museum admission Event Info: 253-284-4750 | Web site
Living Legacies: Homage to a Maestro
Fifteen contemporary artists are featured in this exhibit as an homage to glass master Lino Tagliapietra. Sculptural works by artists such as Dale Chihuly, Dante Marioni, Richard Marquis and more will be displayed throughout the Museum.
Date: 03/28/2008 - 09/07/2008 Time: During museum hours Location:Museum of Glass, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with museum admission Event Info: 253-284-4750 | Web site
The West the Railroads Made
Head back to an era of coal-fired engines and iron tracks. Learn about how the West was made - through railroads! Over 80 artifacts, rare railroad memoribilia, photos and paintings are included in the exhibit. Date: 04/13/2008 - 01/24/2009 Time: During museum hours Location:Washington State History Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with museum admission Event Info: 253-272-3500 | Web site
Blue Man Group – Making Waves
Discover the wonder of sound with help from the Blue Man Group. The new exhibit allows hands-on exploration of the different aspects of sound and noise. Date: 05/23/2008 - 08/31/2008 Time: During museum hours Location:Kids Discovery Museum, Bainbridge Island | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with admission Event Info: 206-855-4650 | Web site
Smart Moves and Grooves
Small changes in eating and physical activity habits can have a big impact on children's lives. Through dramatic and explorative play, adults and children discover healthy options in selecting foods and beverages, from the tot-sized kitchen to matching games, and choose when and what physical activities to participate in, like the kids' yoga workout studio or fitness challenges. Date: 06/02/2007 - 12/31/2008 Time: Wednesdays 3:45 p.m. Location:Tacoma Children's Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with admission Event Info: 253-627-6031 | Web site
Make Way For Tall Ships
In honor of the Tall Ships Festival making waves at the Tacoma Waterfront, the museum will display a selection of maritime-themed prints for viewing. Date: 06/02/2008 - 10/31/2008 Time: During museum hours Location:Tacoma Art Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with admission Event Info: 253-272-4258 | Web site
In the Spirit: Northwest Native Arts Exhibit
It's the third annual installment of In The Spirit, a juried art exhibit that celebrates the traditions of a classic culture. View works from over 30 contemporary Native American artists. Date: 06/19/2008 - 07/21/2008 Time: During museum hours Location:Washington State History Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with admission Event Info: 253-272-3500 | Web site
Third Thursdays at the MOG
Enjoy free admission to the Museum of Glass on the third Thursday of the month. Date: 06/19/2008 - 08/21/2008 Time: Third Thursdays 5-8 p.m. Location:Museum of Glass, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-284-4750 | Web site
Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible
For a limited time, see the only Bible that was handwritten since the printing press became a mainstay about 500 years ago. The exhibition is arranged by Donald Jackson, a world-renowned calligrapher. Date: 07/12/2008 - 09/07/2008 Time: During museum hours Location:Tacoma Art Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with admission Event Info: 253-272-4258 | Web site
The Forty Part Motet
A unique representation of choral compositions by English composed Thomas Tallis can be found at the Museum as a sound installation created by artist Janet Cardiff.
Date: 07/12/2008 - 09/07/2008 Time: During museum hours Location:Tacoma Art Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with admission Event Info: 253-272-4258 | Web site
Sumner Arts Festival
Head to historic downtown Sumner to browse homemade, quality, handcrafted art on display and for sale by local crafters and artists. Food booths and live performances top off the festival. Date: 08/01/2008 - 08/02/2008 Time: Friday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-863-8832 | Web site
Soar into Story: The Adventures of Raven and Coyote
Enter a story listening theater to hear the voice of a storyteller conjure the raven tale from Caldecott Medal winner, Gerald McDermott's Native American stories. Act out the story of the Raven with costumes, design a story pole, or help Raven return the sun to the sky. Climb onto the mesa as Coyote or re-enact the story through stop animation. Explore the books together while developing literacy skills through play, and open the door to the power of books. Date: 09/01/2008 - 12/31/2008 Time: During museum hours Location:Tacoma Children's Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: With museum admission Event Info: 253-627-6031 | Web site
Faces of Leadership: Presidential Portraiture
This exhibition features over 30 artworks and images of our presidents throughout history from the permanent collections of the Washington State Historical Society. Date: 11/10/2007 - 10/05/2008 Time: Open during Museum hours Location:Washington State History Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with Museum admission Event Info: 253-272-3500 | Web site
Festivals and Fairs
Capital Lakefair
Join in the summer celebration on the shores of Capital Lake and throughout Olympia. Don't forget Kid's Day on Saturday from noon-4 p.m. ad marvel at the Grand Parade at 5 p.m. Then finish off the weekend with the fireworks spectacular on Sunday at 10 p.m. The weekend is packed with activities, visit the event website for more details.
Date: 07/18/2008 - 07/20/2008 Time: Friday 10 a.m.-midnight; Saturday 9 a.m.-midnight; Sunday 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 360-943-7344 | Web site
King County Fair
Three reasons to love the King County Fair: it's now in its 146th year, it has a killer view of Mt. Rainier and it's now FREE! Check out the Let's Pretend Wild West Show and there's a kids' tractor pull and baby animals on view. King County Fairgrounds, Enumclaw. Date: 07/18/2008 - 07/20/2008 Time: Friday, Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 206-296-8888 | Web site
Renton River Days
Activities at the Seafair celebration include a parade on Saturday (10 a.m. on South Third in downtown Renton), a rubber ducky derby on Sunday (4:30 p.m., Houser Street Bridge) and many other active, family-oriented activities all weekend. Wednesday is Kids' Day, which includes entertainment from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., lots of hands-on activities and performances by the Wenatchee Youth Circus at 1:30 and 6 p.m. ($1/person). Friday through Sunday, kids can enjoy fun activities from chalk art in the tennis courts to pony rides at Cedar River Park. Click on the link to download a detailed schedule. Most events are held in Liberty Park. Date: 07/23/2008 - 07/27/2008 Time: Wednesday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday-Sunday 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. No events on Thursday. Ages: All ages Cost: Most events free Event Info:Web site
Bainbridge Bluegrass Festival and Family Fun Fair
A one-day family music festival and fundraiser for the historic Transmitter Building in the park. Bluegrass music and family fun fair includes children's games, merchant booths and a bonus stage with special music for children. The park also has a walking trail, duck pond and the popular KidsUp! Playground. Located at Battle Point Park, 11299 Arrow Point Drive N.E. Date: 07/26/2008 Time: Noon-8 p.m. Ages: All ages Event Info:Web site
Ethnic Fest
The celebration of Pierce County's cultural diversity includes performing and visual arts, crafts and food from cultures around the world, and special events just for kids. Wright Park, 501 S. I St., Tacoma.
Date: 07/26/2008 - 07/27/2008 Time: Saturday, Sunday noon-7 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Thurston County Fair
Activities and entertainment abound at Thurston County's annual celebration of agriculture and farming. Magicians, dancers, clowns, classic cars and carnival rides will be sure to keep the entire family having fun. Located at the Thurston County Fairgrounds, 3054 Carpenter Road S.E., Lacey. Date: 07/30/2008 - 08/03/2008 Time: Wednesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: $6 adults, $4 senior/child, 5 and under free Event Info:Web site
Proctor Arts Fest
Sample a little bit of the Proctor neighborhood through the 12th annual arts fest featuring the Bite of Proctor, sidewalk sales, arts and crafts vendors, juried art show, the Top Dog Contest and even a Kids Fest. Don't miss the performance stages too! Located at North 28th and Proctor, Tacoma. Date: 08/02/2008 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Showcase Tacoma
Visit an outdoor museum-quality art gallery, interactive art demonstrations from local artists and art education institutions, delicious culinary cuisine from downtown restaurants, live entertainment on two stages, chalk artists, glass blowers, muralists, and much more. Located at Tollefson Plaza on 17th and Commerce Streets in Tacoma.
Date: 08/08/2008 - 08/09/2008 Time: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Norpoint Summer Bash
Get back to the Centre of it all at the Norpoint Summer Bash! Have the last hurrah of summer at this community festival. Live music, food, smoothie bar, kids activities including a bouncer and dance performances featuring professional Flamenco and Ballroom dancers and Norpoint Ballet Students! Located at the Centre at Norpoint, 4818 Nassau Ave. N.E., Tacoma. Date: 08/15/2008 Time: 5-8 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-591-5504 | Web site
Kitsap County Fair and Stampede
The down home country celebration is back at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds with a packed schedule of family fun and entertainment. Kid's Day is Thursday and Family Day is Sunday. Don't miss the annual Stampede and Rodeo.
Forget the sand box at home and head to Port Plaza to see 240 tons of sand get sculpted into masterpieces by teams from around the Sound. Friday is Team Sculpting Day. Saturday, enjoy a community Beach Party! Sunday view all of the sculptures!
Date: 08/22/2008 - 08/24/2008 Time: Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Location:Percival Landing, Olympia | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 360-956-0818 | Web site
Olympia Harbor Days
Tugboats return to the southernmost tip of Puget Sound for three days of entertainment, food, art, history and a last farewell to the summer. Be on hand at noon Sunday as the tugs leave shore to participate in the Annual Harbor Days Tugboat Races, out in the deep channel of the bay. Extra attractions include a children's area, model tugboats, and the Lady Washington (star of the Pirates of the Caribbean) & her crew. Date: 08/29/2008 - 08/31/2008 Time: Friday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Location:Percival Landing, Olympia | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Blackberry Festival
Blackberry noshin' is permitted at the 19th annual festival paying homage to the coveted summer fruit. Hit up the food and craft booths, check out the Fly-In at the airport, and participate or spectate in the fun run and bike race! Located at the Bremerton Boardwalk. Date: 08/30/2008 - 09/01/2008 Time: Friday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Poulsbo Americana Music Festival
Submitted by Sheila Zopfi
This concert in the park is a celebration of family and community. The band lineup includes the Tune Stranglers, Chele’s Kitchen, and the Konzelman Family Band. You’ll find barbecue, farm- fresh foods, and baked goods on offer; or bring your own picnic basket! Other good ole’ time fun include pie-eating contest, bubble gum-blowing contest, sack races, face painting, and much more! Raab Park, 18349 Caldart Ave. N.E., Poulsbo. Date: 09/13/2008 Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 360-779-4848 | Web site | email
Old Mill Days
For three days the Victorian town of Port Gamble will be alive with carnival rides, fireworks, live music and dancers, a lumberjack competition, vendors and more food than a person can eat. Bring the whole family and Port Gamble Bay and Hood Canal Bridge from the top of the giant Ferris wheel. Date: 09/26/2008 - 09/28/2008 Time: Friday 4-10 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Olympic Music Festival
There's nothing like listening to classic chamber music in the relaxed Northwest setting of a 100-year old barn! Each weekend local musicians come together to play works from various masters. Look online for directions to the festival, which is located on the Olympic Peninsula. Date: 06/28/2008 - 09/07/2008 Time: Saturdays, Sundays 2 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: $15-$24 Event Info: 206-527-8839 | Web site
Kent Cornucopia Days
Kent's annual Seafair-affiliated bash features Dragon Boat races at Lake Meridian, a street fair downtown, South King County's largest parade (Sunday, 2 p.m.), a carnival and kids' activities and entertainment. Activities are held at Kent Station, 417 Ramsay Way, and in downtown Kent. Click on the link for the full schedule and location of activities. Date: 07/10/2008 - 07/13/2008 Time: Click on link for times Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Bainbridge in Bloom
Savor the sights of Bainbridge Island's blooming gardens on a garden tour by bicycle, car or shuttle. You can also visit the art fair with art inspired by the garden or the plant sale. Located at the grounds of the Commodore School, on the corner of High School Road and Madison Avenue. Date: 07/11/2008 - 07/13/2008 Time: 9:30-5:30 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: $25 adult, $10 child Event Info:Web site
Puget Sound Bead Festival
Submitted by Melissa Lovejoy
The festival includes over one hundred bead merchants and artisans from across the country, bringing beads from all around the world. Beads range from hundreds of years old to contemporary one of a kind glass beads made by local artists. The festival also features over one hundred workshops from nationally known instructors on glass bead making, seedbeading, wireworking and contemporary jewelry design. An in-show classroom sponsored will provide basic technique classes throughout the weekend. Sunday is also our first Family Day! Don't miss our treasure hunt starting at noon -- space is limited to the first 25 interested children! Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center, 1500 Broadway, Tacoma. Date: 07/11/2008 - 07/13/2008 Time: Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m, Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: $7 admission good for all three days, children under 12 free Event Info: 253-572-5529 | Web site | email
Best of Wolf Haven Wildlife Festival
Visit the wolves, enjoy musical entertainment, craft vendors selling natural products and good food too. Take tours of the sanctuary for just $5! Overnight camping available for $25. Visit the event Web site for more details. Date: 07/12/2008 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Location:Wolf Haven International, Tenino | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free, $5 for tours Event Info: 800-448-9653 | Web site
OlyBite
Get your taste buds watering for some of the best food and drinks in the South Sound. Purchase tokens for $1 and spend your tokens on sampling food from various eateries and chefs for the cost of one to five tokens each. There will be beer and wine for the grown ups to taste too. Don't miss main stage entertainment and the 30-minute chef cook off challenge. Date: 07/12/2008 Time: Noon-9 p.m. Location:Sylvester Park, Olympia | Map It Ages: Adults only Cost: Free to attend, $1 per token Event Info: 360-754-6050 | Web site
Celebrate! Spanaway
Visit a good old fashioned street fair in the heart of old Spanaway. Kids will love the pony rides, over-sized games, clowns an music. The parade starts at 2 p.m. on Saturday located at 16117 Park Ave. S., Spanaway. Date: 07/19/2008 - 07/20/2008 Time: Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Kid's Day at the South Hill Mall
A day just for the kids? No way! Come to Center Court for fun games, activities, face painting and more. First 50 kids receive a special gift! Date: 07/19/2008 Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Location:South Hill Mall, Puyallup | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-840-2828 | Web site
Covington Days
Covington's annual Seafair celebration includes a carnival, classic car show and fireworks on Friday. There's a parade on Saturday at 11 a.m. (272nd Street, east of Highway 18). Covington Multicare Clinic, 17700 S.E. 272nd St., Covington. Date: 07/25/2008 - 07/27/2008 Time: Friday 5-11 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-372-7081 | Web site
Kitsap Arts and Crafts Festival
The 49th Annual Festival features both juried and open fine art exhibits. Paintings, sculpture, photography and student art will be on display with over 100 booths representing a wide variety of crafts. An antique car exhibit, musical entertainment and a special children's section featuring interactive art, entertainment, and contests designed just for kids will delight the family. Located in downtown Port Gamble. Date: 07/25/2008 - 07/27/2008 Time: Friday, Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Silverdale Whaling Days
Silverdale celebrates Seafair with fireworks (Friday, 10 p.m.), daily entertainment on the Family Stage, a kids' area with carnival rides, canoe races, bike rodeo, pancake breakfast (Saturday, 6 a.m.-1 p.m.), the Great Kitsap Duck Race, and a parade (Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon). Click on the link for the full schedule. Date: 07/25/2008 - 07/27/2008 Time: Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Most activities free Event Info: 360-692-1107 | Web site
Sumner Summer Arts Festival
Local and regional artists display and sell only handcrafted products at the 35th annual festival. Entertainment is seen and heard on the mainstage and a special kids activity area is set up at Heritage Park.
Date: 08/01/2008 - 08/02/2008 Time: Friday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-7p.m. Location:Heritage Park, Sumner | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-299-5520 | Web site
Sumner Summer Arts Festival
Local and regional artists display and sell only handcrafted products at the 35th annual festival. Entertainment is seen and heard on the mainstage and a special kids activity area is set up at Heritage Park.
Date: 08/01/2008 - 08/02/2008 Time: Friday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-7p.m. Location:Heritage Park, Sumner | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-299-5520 | Web site
UP Fest 2007
This community celebration kicks off August and includes a car show and family music with on-stage musical performers throughout the day. Followed by a fireworks display. Cirque Park, 7520 Cirque Dr. W., Univsersity Place. Date: 08/01/2008 - 08/02/2008 Time: Friday 5-9 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free
Washington Renaissance Fantasy Faire
Feel the ground tremble to the pounding hooves of great war horses charging down the list, carrying armored knights jousting for king, queen, country, or the hand of a fair maiden. Families enjoy the festivities full of music, reenacting, archery, jousting, games, juggling and more. Located at new site in Belfair. Click here for directions. Date: 08/02/2008 - 08/17/2008 Time: Saturdays, Sundays 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: $14 adults, $10 senior, $8 child, passes $8-$60 Event Info: 1-800-359-5948 | Web site
Pierce County Fair
Lots of kids' activities, including performances, cow milking and toddler tractor pull, plus agricultural displays and fair food. Frontier Park, 21606 Meridian Ave. E., Graham. Date: 08/07/2008 - 08/10/2008 Time: Thursday-Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Adult $5, child $3 Event Info: 253-847-4754 | Web site
A Midsummer Night’s Community Festival
In conjunction with Showcase Tacoma, celebrate art at the TAM in the open air plaza with performances, dancing, music and art activities. Check out the Artist's Challenge featuring the Iron Artists Challenge. Date: 08/08/2008 Time: 5-8 p.m. Location:Tacoma Art Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-272-4258 | Web site
Auburn Good Ol' Days
Highlights for families include a Grand Parade on Saturday (noon), model plane flying, model train/train safety show (Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m, B Street Northeast and Main Street, free), and lots of kids' activities in Young Un's Square (Saturday, Sunday 10 a.m.– 5 p.m., Main Street and Division in City Hall Plaza, free). There's a lot going on this weekend, at different times and places -- click on the link for the full schedule. Date: 08/08/2008 - 08/10/2008 Time: Times vary, see above Ages: All ages Cost: Most activities free Event Info:Web site
Bon Odori Dance Festival
Downtown Olympia will be jumping as the traditional, centuries-old Buddhist dances of the Bon Odori are commemorated and remembered. Talented Japanese dancers perform folk dances and taiko drumming to celebrate their ancestors. Located in downtown Olympia at Heritage Park and Water Street. Date: 08/09/2008 Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 360-943-1029 | Web site
Fort Nisqually Brigade Encampment
See the recreation of the 1855 arrival of the fur brigades. Enjoy entertainment ranging from Fur Trappers' Races to an elegant ladies' tea, from dancing to the music of bagpipes and much, more. Participate in hands-on presentations during Engagé for the Day program and at Kids Alley. Date: 08/09/2008 - 08/10/2008 Time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Location:Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: $5 adults, $4 senior/student, $2.50 child Event Info: 253-591-5339 | Web site
3rd Annual SalmonFest
Celebrate native life at a festival filled with native art vendors, native performers, infamous salmon dinners, a kids' zone sponsored by the Hands On Children's Museum and more. Proceeds from the Fest benefits the Squaxin Island Tribe Museum Library and Research Center and the Tu Ha' Buts Learning Center. Located at Little Creek Casino Resort on Highway 101 North.
Music and art for all ages, plus a gold panning and a petting zoo for tots! A Kids' Parade kicks off the action at 9 a.m., and families can play in the carnival Fun Zone from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Young artists are encouraged to preregister for Chalk It Up!, a chalk art contest that awards prizes to the top three entries in each age category. (Held in the Fun Zone from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.) Date: 08/16/2008 Time: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Location:Tukwila Community Center, Tukwila | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Admission, most activities free Event Info: 206-768-2822 | Web site
Roy Pioneer Rodeo
The thrill of the rodeo never fades! Experience bareback riding, calf roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, bull riding, breakaway roping, the clown act, cow milking, team roping, businessman's wild cow milking, and barrel racing at the Roy Fairgrounds, 28300 86th Ave S., Roy.
Date: 08/30/2008 - 09/01/2008 Time: Gates open at noon, rodeo starts at 1:30 p.m. Location: Other Ages: All ages Cost: Adult $10, senior $6, child $4 Event Info: 360-458-6608 | Web site
Films
Free Family Film Festival
Throughout the summer, visit Regal movie theaters throughout the region and catch a G-rated movie on Tuesdays, a PG-rated movie on Wednesdays. Get tickets at the box office the day of the show. Participating theaters in the South Sound include Auburn Stadium 17 (Auburn), Martin Village Stadium 16 (Lacey), Lakewood Stadium 15 (Lakewood), South Sound Cinema 10 (Port Orchard), Poulsbo Stadium 10 (Poulsbo), South Hill 6 (Puyallup), East Valley Stadium 13 (Renton). Click on the link for the weekly schedule, which varies by location, and for start/end times for the program: some theaters start showing films on June 24, others on July 1, and some end on Aug. 21, others Aug. 27. Date: 06/24/2008 - 08/27/2008 Time: Tuesdays, Wednesdays 10 a.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Momtopia Free Family Movie Series
Get the kids to the movies! Choose between G rated or PG rated movies for free! A complete listing of movies can be found here. Located at Regal Cinemas behind the SuperMall. Date: 06/24/2008 - 08/27/2008 Time: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10 a.m. Location:SuperMall, Auburn | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 1-800-SAY-VALU | Web site
Cinema Gig Outdoors
Pick from one of two venues for outdoor movies on the big screen. Friday nights are "date night" movies and Saturday nights are "Family Night" movies. Friday nights head to Donkey Creek Park in Gig Harbor and Saturday nights head to Skanskie Brothers Park. Date: 06/11/2008 - 08/23/2008 Time: Fridays and Saturdays at dusk Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-857-4VIC | Web site
Family Film Festival
Hit up the South hill Mall movie theaters for free family movies every Tuesday and Wednesday this summer. Date: 06/24/2008 - 08/27/2008 Time: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10 a.m. Location:South Hill Mall, Puyallup | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-840-2828 | Web site
Lacey Outdoor Cinema Series
Spread out on the grass and enjoy the view of the stars and the movie of the week. Come early at 7 p.m. and play the "Lacey's Got Game" competition for prizes! June 28 - Transformers; July 12 - The Great Outdoors; July 19 - Bee Movie; July 26 - Evan Almighty; August 2 - Super Hero All-Nighter: Superman the Movie, Spiderman I, and Batman Begins. Dress up as your favorite superhero and win prizes.
Date: 06/28/2008 - 08/02/2008 - Happens on : Saturday Time: Saturdays at dusk Location:Huntamer Park, Lacey | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 360-491-0857 | Web site
Puyallup Outdoor Cinema Series
It's just like a movie theater - concessions, the big screen and great movies! Bring blankets and chairs! Bradley Lake Park, 531 31st Ave. S.E., Puyallup. Date: 07/19/2008 - 08/30/2008 Time: Saturdays at dusk Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-841-5457 | Web site
Get Moving
SKIPP - Summer Kids In Parks Program
Drop-in at two of Olympia's popular playgrounds for structured play and activities supervised by Olympia Parks and Recreation staff. Parents are required to complete an emergency information form the first time they drop-off. Participating parks include Woodruff Park and Lions Park. Lunch and an afternoon snack included! Date: 06/23/2008 - 08/15/2008 Time: Monday-Friday noon-3 p.m. Ages: Ages 6-12 Cost: Free
Family Skate
Lace up those ice skates! Family Skate Night features black lights and a DJ. As this is an ongoing event, we recommend checking the schedule before dropping by in case there is an unanticipated schedule change. Date: 02/01/2008 - 12/31/2008 Time: Fridays 8-11:20 p.m.
Location:Kent Valley Ice Centre, Kent | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Adult $7.62, child $6.57, 3 and under free. Skate rental $3.03. Event Info: 253-850-2400 | Web site
Jefferson Park Spraygrounds
Cool down in the summer sun at one of Tacoma's spraygrounds. Jefferson Park, North Ninth Street at North Monroe Street, Tacoma. Date: 05/03/2008 - 09/28/2008 Time: May 3-25 and Sept. 2-28 Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; May 26-Sept. 1 Mondays-Sundays 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-305-1000 | Web site
McKinley Playfield Spraygrounds
Cool down in the summer sun at one of Tacoma's spraygrounds. McKinley Playfield, East 44th Street at East McKinley Avenue, Tacoma. Date: 05/03/2008 - 09/28/2008 Time: May 3-25 and Sept. 2-28 Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; May 26-Sept. 1 Monday-Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-305-1000 | Web site
South Park Spraygrounds
Cool down in the summer sun at one of Tacoma's spraygrounds. South Park, 50th Strett at South Puget Sound Avenue, Tacoma. Date: 05/03/2008 - 09/28/2008 Time: May 3-25 and Sept. 2-28 Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; May 26-Sept. 1 Monday-Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-305-1000 | Web site
Wapato Hills Park Spraygrounds
Cool down in the summer sun at one of Tacoma's spraygrounds. Wapato Hills Park, South 64th and Wapato Street, Tacoma. Date: 05/03/2008 - 09/28/2008 Time: May 3-25 and Sept. 2-28 Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; May 26-Sept. 1 Mondays-Sundays 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-305-1000 | Web site
Edgeworks Family Nights
Bring the whole family for a night of indoor rock climbing fun! Date: 05/16/2008 - 12/19/2008 Time: Third Fridays 5-10 p.m. Location:Edgeworks Climbing, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: First adults $15, each additional family member $5 Event Info: 253-564-4899 | Web site
Kayak Discovery Nights
Discover everything kayak from kayak models to places to kayak around Olympia. Experts will be on hand to answer questions and assist you. Located at Marathon Park on Capitol Lake, Olympia. Date: 06/05/2008 - 08/07/2008 Time: Thursdays 5-7 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 360-753-8380
Play Tacoma!
Experience various sites around Tacoma like the Nature Center and city parks. Scheduled events on Wednesday and Friday nights like nature discovery and carnivals will keep the kids happy throughout summer! Visit the Play Tacoma Web site for specific dates and times. Date: 06/27/2008 - 08/20/2008 Time: Times available on Play Tacoma Web site Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Family Swim
Splish splash with the kids during open hours family swim. Admission price of $6 covers a family up to nine people. Please call to verify changes in schedule due to school holidays and pool maintenence. Date: 06/28/2008 - 12/31/2008 Time: Fridays 6:30-8:45 p.m.; Saturdays 11:15-5 p.m.; Sundays 2-4:45 p.m. Location:Olympia Downtown YMCA, Olympia | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Nonmembers $6/family Event Info: 360-357-6609 | Web site
Stroller Strong Exercise at Ruston Way
Hit the boardwalk along Ruston way to get fit and meet other parents. With babies and toddlers in tow in strollers, this 60 minutes workout combines cardio, resistance training and core exercises. Call 253-305-1022 to sign up! Date: 06/30/2008 - 07/23/2008 Time: Mondays and Wednesdays 10-11 a.m. Ages: Ages 18 and up Cost: Residents $33, non-residents $36 Event Info: 253-305-1022 | Web site
Grayland Park Wading Pool
Cool off at the wading pool this summer! The wading pool is closed during inclement weather. Located at 601 N. Meridian, Puyallup.
Date: 07/14/2008 - 08/22/2008 Time: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Summer SPLASH-TACULAR
Brush up on pool safety skills while having some fun at the Stewart Heights Pool. Basic water safety from 11 a.m.-noon and games and activities from noon-2 p.m. Open swim then scheduled until 5 p.m. for those who participated in the water safety clinic. Date: 07/19/2008 Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Location:Stewart Heights Pool, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: $4 Event Info: 253-573-2432 | Web site
Walk Now for Autism - Tacoma
Submitted by Jena Lavik-Kennedy
Walk Now for Autism is a family-friendly event so bring the whole family along -- it's a non-competitive 5K walk around Cheney Stadium. There are activities for the children (face painting, bouncy house, more!), resources for families, light refreshments and entertainment. Rhubarb, the Rainiers mascot., will be there, too. Parking is free. 2502 S. Tyler St. Date: 07/19/2008 Time: Registration, resource fair 9 a.m., walk 10 a.m.
Ages: All ages Cost: No minimum dollar amount required to walk Event Info: 866-362-6227 | Web site | email
Friday Fun Nights at the pool
It's a family bonanza of water fun at the Stewart Heights Pool. Experience the Lazy RIver, 160 foot water slide, tumble buckets and more. There's even fun for the very young with a zero entry shallow end. Date: 07/25/2008 Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Location:Stewart Heights Pool, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: $12 per family of four Event Info: 253-573-2432 | Web site
Founder's Day Picnic
Fort volunteers will be honored at a Potluck picnic. All are invited to participate. Come to Quarters 4 and bring a main dish, salad, or dessert. Fort Steilacoom, 9601 Steilacoom Blvd., Lakewood. Date: 08/17/2008 Time: 2 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Free
Tukwila High Tech Treasure Hunt
Participate in a high tech game of hide and seek with the whole family. Teams are made up of up to four members and are given GPS coordinates of planted treasures or caches around Tukwila to dig up and claim! Registration starts at 9 a.m. at Neudorf Memorial Stadium at Foster High School, 4242 S. 144th St., Tukwila, caches released at 9:15 a.m. First 100 teams can reserve GPS units for free, or bring your own! Sign up online or visit the Tukwila Community Center to get a registration form. Date: 09/06/2008 Time: 9 a.m. Ages: All ages Cost: Residents free, non-residents $10 Event Info: 206-575-2489 | Web site | email
Indoor Play
Free Friday Night at the HOCM!
The first Friday of every month marks free fun time at the Museum. Visit the popular exhibits like Working Waterfront, Backyard Wilderness and the Young at Art Studio. No Free Friday Night on July 4.
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