Your weekend play list The best Seattle-area activities, updated every week Out + About Ready, set, get out of the house! Your weekend play list The best Seattle-area activities, updated every week Our Seattle-area free events guide You won’t need your wallet for these activities City Adventures 11 Greater Seattle Area Day Passes for Families From hotel pools to lounges and gyms, dabble in something different without a commitment By: Krista Tsai | Jan 13, 2026 City Adventures 10 Lighted Seattle-Area Playgrounds to Brighten Your Night Get out and play during the Big Dark on these well-lit playgrounds By: Krista Tsai | Jan 13, 2026 Seasonal Fun Cheap Thrills Fall Festivals and Fairs Every Family’s Northwest Bucket List A month-by-month guide to the best Seattle-area events with kids By: Elisa Murray | Jan 5, 2026 Travel Getaways Northwest Travel 10 Easy Day Trips for Seattle-Area Families Daycation ideas for a quick change of scenery By: Nancy Chaney | Jan 7, 2026 Seasonal Fun Active Family After-School Programs Print Stories Loup Loup Ski Bowl: A Budget-Friendly Spot for Family Skiing Kids ski free at this hidden gem in the Methow Valley By: Leighton Thomas | Oct 29, 2025
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Arts + Entertainment Black History Month Events for Seattle-Area Families Learn about and celebrate Black History Month at events in 2026 By: Julie Dodobara | Jan 23, 2026
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