Indoor Play

Where to get the wiggliest wiggles out
Young girl at an indoor playground slides down the colorful slide into the ball pit at Twinkle Land Play Cafe

Indoor Play

Best Indoor Playgrounds for Kids Around Seattle and Puget Sound
It’s raining! Tots can get their wiggles out at these indoor play gyms
By:
Natasha Dillinger
 | Sep 26, 2024
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Indoor Play

7 Great Children’s Museums Where Play Is the Thing
Our guide to awesome kids’ museums around the Sound
By:
Elisa Murray
 | Jan 1, 2024
A young boy reaches into a play touch tank in the Caring Cove indoor play area at the Seattle Aquarium. Caring Cove recently underwent a refresh.

Arts + Entertainment

What’s New at the Seattle Aquarium?
Check out the must-visit new play space today
By:
Natasha Dillinger
 | Mar 27, 2023
Mastadon skeleton at the entrance of Seattle's Burke Museum with 5-year-old boy looking on

Indoor Play

The Burke Museum: Best Things to See With Young Kids
Think your kids aren’t ready for the Burke?
By:
Vicky McDonald
 | Sep 23, 2022
A boy plays mini golf on a blacklight course at Monster Mini Golf in Bellevue Washington new indoor family entertainment venue near Seattle fun for families

Indoor Play

New Eastside Play Destination
All-ages fun with a hoppin’ vibe!
By:
Kate Missine
 | Mar 24, 2023
Mom and daughter in a coffee shop having special drinks together

City Adventures

Best Kid-Friendly Coffee Shops Around Seattle and Beyond
Where to find play areas, tasty treats and other perks for families
By:
ParentMap Editors
 | Sep 10, 2024
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Crafts + DIY

10 Awesome Fort Kits to Keep Your Kids Entertained for Hours
Hands-on, screen-free play to activate creativity in little builders
By:
Vicky McDonald
 | Sep 10, 2024
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City Adventures

12 Destination Libraries to Visit With Kids
Outings to amazing Puget Sound-area library gems
By:
JiaYing Grygiel
 | Sep 5, 2023
Young boy at the bottom of the Inflatable Fun Zone slide at the Issaquah Family Entertainment Center

Indoor Play

Arena Sports’ Fab New Indoor Play Spot
Inflatables? Arcade games? Yes and more
By:
JiaYing Grygiel
 | Dec 13, 2022

Newest Reads

little boys running through the sculpture park by the Seattle Waterfront

City Adventures

Best Things to Do With Kids on the Seattle Waterfront
Play hometown tourist at these local attractions
By:
JiaYing Grygiel
 | Oct 4, 2024
A young girl looks at the exhibits at the Seattle Aquarium Ocean Pavilion, an expansion of the aquarium with coral reef habitats, mangroves and more

City Adventures

Seattle Aquarium’s New Ocean Pavilion Is Finally Open
The new space connects visitors across waters, inspiring conservation efforts
By:
Meredith Charaba
 | Oct 4, 2024
Young boy stands in the light tunnel at Cosmic Carnival in Seattle, a seasonal Halloween event for families

Seasonal Fun

New Cosmic Carnival Comes to Seattle: What Families Can Expect
One mom shares her take on the other-worldly, glow-in-the-dark adventure — here for a limited time
By:
Kathryn Mueller
 | Oct 3, 2024
Mom and two kids having fun with Halloween crafts and activities

Holidays

14 Halloween Crafts and Activities for Kids
Try these ideas for a spooktacular (and crafty) holiday
By:
ParentMap Editors
 | Oct 3, 2024