Every Family’s Northwest Bucket List
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Seattle Japanese Garden in the spring. Photo: iStock
March
- First viewing at Seattle Japanese Garden. Typically held on the first Sunday in March, the annual opening celebration of the enchanting Seattle Japanese Garden features a Shinto blessing and kid-friendly performances.
- Holi. Known as the “Festival of Colors,” Holi is joyously celebrated in India on the day after the full moon in March. Kids love to throw the colored powder. Look for celebrations at various regional locales.
- Pi Day. Why not celebrate this special day? It’s an opportunity to bake a pie for someone special, look for pie deals and talk with your kids about what the number 3.141592... signifies.
- Lacey’s Cultural Celebration. This free fest showcases a variety of cultural traditions through music, art and dance, and features fun activities for kids, inspiring a true spirit of community. Head to Saint Martin’s University on March 7, 2026.
Up next: April
