Rainy Day Play

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium's new Pacific Seas Aquarium

Indoor Play

Hours of Ultra Kid-Friendly Fun Await at This New Spot

Dress up as a sea turtle, touch an urchin, walk underwater and more

JiaYing Grygiel Oct 04, 2018

Education Videos

9 Awesome Educational YouTube Shows

A Homeschooling Mom's YouTube Picks

Kristi Pahr Sep 26, 2018

Indoor Play

Lego Mania! 10 Lego Play Spots for Kids Plus BrickCon

Super Lego play spaces around Seattle, the Eastside and South Sound

April Chan Sep 18, 2018

Indoor Play

This New Play Gym Is Awesome and Inclusive

Climb, swing and pretend at indoor play spot suited to all kinds of kids

April Chan Aug 14, 2018

Giveaways

LEGO Lover? Don't Miss Our Latest Contest

Win a $250 gift card from The Bellevue Collection

Jul 23, 2018

Birthdays + Parties

Cheap Indoor and Outdoor Party Games for Kids

Here are some great ways to entertain (and wear out) your little partygoers!

Tiffany Doerr Guerzon Jul 03, 2018

Seasonal Fun

2018 Golden Teddy Awards — Out + About

This year's winners and finalists

Jun 28, 2018

Ages 3 - 5

25 Indoor Play Ideas When It's Just Too Hot Outside

Dance, move, create, sing, make music and have a blast!

Jun 19, 2018

Crafts + DIY

6 Dinosaur Crafts and Activities That Kids Will Love

Paleo play starts here with these super DIY dino ideas

Tiffany Doerr Guerzon Jun 07, 2018

Arts + Entertainment

Totally '80s! A Visit to Living Computers Museum + Labs

Awesome interactive exhibits for kids and nostalgia for grown-ups

Kali Sakai May 15, 2018

Mural on the Seattle Art Museum’s art ladder

Arts + Entertainment

Please Touch: 7 Seattle-Area Museums That Engage Kids

Check out these kid-friendly museums

JiaYing Grygiel Apr 16, 2018

Seasonal Fun

How to Play Outside in the Rain

Outdoor gear tips from Tiny Trees preschool

Andrew Jay Mar 22, 2018

Seasonal Fun

Best Spring Hikes in the Seattle Area for Kids and Families

Kid-friendly trails with indoor learning areas are perfect for cool or rainy days

Jennifer Johnson Mar 08, 2018

Arts + Entertainment

'Toytopia:' A Playful Trip Down Memory Lane

What you need to know about the new History Museum exhibit

Tiffany Doerr Guerzon Feb 28, 2018

Seasonal Fun

20 Free (or Almost Free) Adventures in March 2018

Fill March with fun without spending much money

Gemma Alexander Feb 27, 2018

Indoor Play

New Bowlero Offers Play Time for the Whole Family

Bowling gets a hip, all-ages update at new Bowlero Lynnwood

Diana Cherry Feb 23, 2018

Indoor Play

Safari Play Space Offers Super Indoor Fun

You and your kids will love this shiny new space for indoor play

JiaYing Grygiel Feb 13, 2018

Indoor Play

Charlie's Safari Family Fun Center is Back

Popular South Sound play spot is back and ready for energetic kids

Nikki McCoy Jan 25, 2018

Indoor Play

New HECA Play Lab Offers Tons of Indoor Fun

Local parents open indoor play gym for tots in Ballard

JiaYing Grygiel Jan 23, 2018

Seasonal Fun

Every Family's Northwest Bucket List

A month-by-month guide to the best Seattle-area events with kids

Elisa Murray Jan 18, 2018

Preschool

7 Superhero Crafts and Activities

Let your family's imaginations soar

Kelly Knox Dec 28, 2017

Seasonal Fun

Winter Break Play List: 35 Fun Activities for Families

Sledding, museum-hopping, rainy-day hikes and more

Nancy Chaney Dec 13, 2017

Indoor Play

Banish the Wiggles at Seattle's New Indoor Trampoline Park

Might as well jump at Flying Circus, a place to stay active as a family in winter

Astrid Vinje Dec 11, 2017

Holidays

12 Easy Homemade Christmas Decorations

Add some holiday cheer on the cheap

Jen Betterley Nov 27, 2017

Seasonal Fun

8 Tips for Teaching Kids to Ice Skate

How to get started, be safe and have a slip-slidin' blast

Elisa Murray Nov 17, 2017

Crafts + DIY

15 Homemade Christmas Gifts That Kids Can Make

Sweet and fun DYI crafts that kids will be proud to gift

Jen Betterley Nov 17, 2017

Indoor Play

New Jumping Beans Indoor Playspace Is a Rainy-Day Haven

Find imaginative play, a jungle gym, ball pit and more

April Chan Nov 13, 2017

Cat with coffee at Seattle Meowtropolitan

City Adventures

Capitol Hill Welcomes New Cat Café

This born-in-Asia trend has officially hit Seattle

Gemma Alexander Nov 13, 2017

Crafts + DIY

DIY Holidays Placemats the Kids Can Make

Bonus: It'll keep them busy

Houzz Nov 10, 2017

Indoor Play

30 Indoor Play Spots in the South Sound

Your family survival guide for the rainy season

Kris Collingridge Oct 24, 2017

Seasonal Fun

75 Things to Do With Kids This Fall Around Puget Sound

Ultimate fall fun play list for Seattle, Eastside and South Sound families

Elisa Murray Oct 23, 2017

Indoor Play

Rainy-Day Recess: Where to Play Indoors

More than 60 indoor play spots around Seattle, and the Eastside

Oct 18, 2017

City Adventures

Best Rainy-Day Parks and Playgrounds Around Seattle and the Eastside

Best rainy-day parks and playgrounds, rain-friendly trails and more

Linnea Westerlind Oct 11, 2017

Holidays

13 Halloween Crafts and Activities for Kids

Try these ideas for a spooktacular (and crafty) holiday

Jen Betterley Oct 04, 2017

Camps + Classes

Children With Special Needs Soar in Circus

Kids of all abilities benefit from these local programs

Lauren Braden Sep 29, 2017

Crafts + DIY

18 Fall Crafts and Activities for Kids

Jump into fall with some colorful homemade style

Jen Betterley Sep 12, 2017

Indoor Play

Head to Ballard Play Space for Free, Indoor Fun

A friendly, clean play place you'll want to come back to again and again

JiaYing Grygiel May 22, 2017

Crafts + DIY

Mad Science: 10 Easy Experiments for Kids

Learn about science with these fun experiments

Kelly Knox Apr 16, 2017

Indoor Play

6 Tips for Shop-and-play Fun at the New IKEA

Try out Renton’s new IKEA as a rainy-day playspace

JiaYing Grygiel Apr 06, 2017

Holidays

10 Spring and Earth Day Crafts and Activities for Kids

DIY bird feeders, bug hunts, recycling games and more!

Jen Betterley Apr 05, 2017

City Adventures

Book It to These 8 Destination Libraries

Build a spring day trip around one of these Puget Sound-area gems

JiaYing Grygiel Mar 31, 2017

Crafts + DIY

Putting Play-Dough to the Test

5 tried-and-true recipes tested by parents like you

Michelle Farris Mar 27, 2017

Seasonal Fun

101 Ideas for Rainy-Day Fun Around Puget Sound

Let the sun shine with these ideas

Elisabeth Kramer Mar 14, 2017

City Adventures

Outing Alert! 3 New Play Spaces in West Seattle

Two little ones test-drive two indoor spots and a pioneering bike playground

JiaYing Grygiel Mar 08, 2017

Seasonal Fun

March Is For Mud Play

Puddle jumping and mud play — they’re good for you

Rachel McClary Mar 01, 2017

Joseph Grygiel, 5, of Seattle, makes crepe paper flowers in the Tacoma Art Museum studio

Arts + Entertainment

Tacoma Museums Expand Access to Families

A new partnership connects the dots between art and art-making

Elisa Murray Feb 16, 2017

April Chan's daughter at the opening of the new Kidsquest

City Adventures

A Kid's-eye Review of the New Kidsquest

Find insider tips on what's new and awesome

April Chan Feb 01, 2017

Arts + Entertainment

Countdown Begins for KidsQuest Children's Museum

The new museum focuses on education, deep engagement and safe risks

Elisa Murray Jan 25, 2017

City Adventures

Free Play Becomes Free at Seattle Community Centers

Seattle Parks drops fees from toddler gyms and most other drop-in activities

Elisa Murray Jan 05, 2017

Elementary

Wing Luke Scores With 'Who's Got Game?' Exhibit

Play games, learn about unsung heroes and be moved at the Wing's new exhibit

JiaYing Grygiel Dec 12, 2016

Seasonal Fun

Brick By Brick: An Interview with Lego Artist Dan Parker

Inside the career of the Tacoma-based creator

Tiffany Doerr Guerzon Nov 30, 2016

Home Sweet Home

10 Cozy Spots Perfect for Reading With Kids

These nifty nooks, window seats and oversized chairs are just right

Houzz Nov 21, 2016

Arts + Entertainment

Fall Family Arts Around Seattle: Add These Shows to Your Family's Fun List

20-plus shows to make families laugh, cry and sing

Nancy Chaney Aug 30, 2016

Grandparenting

Grandparents' Day Gifts: 3 Crafts Your Kid Can Make

Twig frame, fun planter or coasters make for perfect, easy-to-craft gifts

Gillian Wright-Cassone Jun 08, 2016

Seasonal Fun

Rain, Rain, Come and Play

Backyard adventures for the wet season

Rory Graves Sep 26, 2013

Crafts + DIY

25 Rainy Day Crafts and Activities for Kids

Creative ways to beat cabin fever

Jen Betterley Apr 25, 2012

The Tag Zone

A Unique Indoor Nerf Gun Arena

WiggleWorks Kids Puyallup

Kids Indoor Playground

WiggleWorks Kids Bellevue

Kids Indoor Playground

Play & Grow

Parent Resource to Grow a Child's Mind & Body, Naturally, through PLAY!

Traxx Racing

The Thrill of Racing for All Ages!

Snip-its Kids Salon and Spa

Kids. Haircuts. Parties. Fun.

i9 Sports - Puget Sound

An Experience Beyond the Game

Drawn2Art

KidsArt & Drawn2Art takes a very classical approach to teaching drawing and painting. What this means is that instruction coupled with practice, will bring about an independent and confident artist.

FITT Balance

FITT Balance offers family-friendly fitness programs

Pump It Up - Lynnwood

Pump It Up is the original Puget Sound inflatable party venue, and still the best option for safe, private events.

Pacific Science Center

Pacific Science Center in Seattle is Washington’s leading institution for fun and engaging learning for children, families and guest of all ages.

Pump it Up - Kirkland

Pump It Up is the original Puget Sound inflatable party venue, and still the best option for safe, private events. We pride ourselves in constantly offering new, innovative party experiences ...