Festival at Mt. Si in North Bend - Now until 4pm on Sunday, August 9th 2015

Lots of performances plus: 

" Participate in the annual Festival Chili Cookoff, the Cherry Pie Eating Contest, and the Burstin' with Blueberries Dessert Contest. 

Kids will bop 'til they drop in their own Fun Zone. 

Enjoy spectacular fireworks draped against the backdrop of Mount Si. 

Take a ride on the historic Snoqualmie Valley Railroad. "

... and more!

For more info. go here.

30th Annual Renton River Days with TONS of free fun! - Now until 6pm on Sunday, July 26th 2015

Highly recommend this one and you can expect to spend 3 hours of having fun here if not more! 

For more info. go here.

75TH ANNUAL DERBY DAYS WITH BIKE RACES, PANCAKE BREAKFAST, MOVIE, FIREWORKS, CARNIVAL, MUSIC PERFORMANCES INCLUDING RECESS MONKEY AND MORE IN REDMOND - TONIGHT, JULY 10TH (FREE MOVIE & CARNIVAL (FEE) UNTIL 11PM) AND ENDING WITH FIREWORKS ON SATURDAY, JULY 11TH 2015

We try to do this every year...lots of fun! Some things free, some for a fee.

" Redmond Derby Days is a summer festival, rooted in the spirit of competition; that celebrates the uniqueness of Redmond through parades, races, contests, game booths, carnival rides, arts, music, food and much more! It all started in 1940 as a bike derby and parade for the community to raise money for holiday decorations and athletic equipment. Today, Derby Days celebrates Redmond's diverse community and offers all ages a chance to participate in a fun summer festival setting. Happy 75th Birthday Derby Days! "

Includes all of this:

Summer Movie Series (Hunger Games - Mockingjay Part 1)


Redmond Fire Department Pancake Breakfast

Grand Parade

Main Stage

Swedish Medical Center Criterium

Derby Dash 5K Race/Walk

Kids Zone

Carnival

Great Food, Beer & Wine Garden

Fireworks Finale



and more!

For more info. go here.

For daily schedule go here.

Bellevue Strawberry Festival = tons of fun at Crossroads Park in Bellevue - Now thru 6pm on Sunday, June 28th 2015 - Some things free and some for a fee.

All kinds of fun to be had at this annual event!

For more info. go here.

SEATTLE BOT BATTLES AT THE ARMORY/CENTER HOUSE AT SEATTLE CENTER - TODAY, SUNDAY, MAY 31ST 2015 FROM 12-5:30PM

Check out the battling robots at Seattle Center! 

" One, three and twelve pound bots battle it out for mechtronic supremacy! "

For more info. go here and here.

                                     To see video and pics of the battling robots go here and here. 

Irish Festival at the Seattle Center - Today and tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday, March 14th and 15th 2015 until 6pm both days!

Go and enjoy all things Irish this weekend at the Irish Festival!

" The Festival features booths selling Irish and Celtic products, non-stop Irish music, singing, dancing, workshops, lectures, cultural displays, children’s contests and activities, etc. Festival Highlights also include Genealogy Workshops, Irish Language Workshops, Cultural Exhibits and more. Family-oriented activities include wonderful Irish Musicians along with Champion Irish Stepdancers from around the Pacific Northwest. Events for children include the “Smilingest Irish Eyes Contest” and the “Most Irish-Looking Face Contest”, and other activities in the Children’s Activities Center. Contemporary Irish short films will be screened during our Irish Reels Film Festival (see schedule of films at www.irishreels.org). "

For more information call 206-427-3027 or go here and here.

Fauntleroy Fall Festival with climbing wall, mechanical bull, pony rides, petting farm and lots more in Seattle - Sunday, October 19th 2014 from 2-5pm

Sounds like fun!

" This year’s Fauntleroy Fall Festival is on Sunday, October 19 (2–5 p.m.) at The Hall at Fauntleroy, Fauntleroy Schoolhouse, and Fauntleroy Church and parking lot. This family-friendly community celebration is open to all!

Special activities include a climbing wall, pumpkin decorating, birdhouse construction, a mechanical bull, environmental corner activities, an inflatable obstacle course, pony rides, and a petting farm—bunnies and chickens and foals. Oh my! "

For more info. go here.

26th Annual Fishermen's Fall Festival with tons of free fun plus Mariner Moose in Seattle! - Saturday, October 4th 2014 from 11am-6pm

Highly recommend this one...we have done it the past couple of years! Lots of fun for you and the little ones!

Activities for Children include:

Miniature Wooden Boat Building
Fish Prints
Shell Art
Spin Art on Frisbees
My ID Club
Trout Pond: Catch and keep or release rainbow trout
Jumpy Ship: “Mutiny on the Bouncy”
Face Painting
 Knot Tying: International Knot Tiers Guild
Free Balloons and Twisty Balloon Booth

The Mariner Moose: On the loose 2:15 - 3:15 pm

Stage Events for Kids:

Inochi Taiko Traditional Japanese Drummers - 11:00 am Main Stage 
& 3:30 pm on the Seafood Demonstration Stage.
The members of Inochi Taiko strive to not only play at a high caliber to entertain audiences, but also try to push each other creatively to form a uniquely distinct sound.  Now, after over 4 years of writing, creating, practicing and performances, the group is excited to be able to share their creative works with audiences.

Reptile Man - 12:00 pm on the Main Stage 
Reptile Man, Scott Peterson and his assortment of exotic reptiles, from Anacondas to lizards, slither and crawl through a fantastic and educational performance.  

For more info. go here.

Festival at Mount Si with a kiddie parade, main parade, live music performances, fireworks, contests and more in Issaquah - Saturday and Sunday, August 9th and 10th 2014 - Various Times

Fun festival happening in Issaquah with some things free and some for a fee. There is even gonna be an  "Unofficial" Wife Carrying Contest!

For more info. go here.

BELLEVUE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL WITH A CLASSIC CAR SHOW, And JEEP Show!, entertainment AND TONS MORE! - SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, JUNE 28TH & 29TH 2014 FROM 10AM-8PM ('TIL 6PM ON SUNDAY!)

This family oriented, historic community event features: • Fresh, Strawberry Shortcake • Historical and agricultural displays • Games, clowns and face painting • Strawberry shortcake eating contests • Musical, artistic, athletic and dramatic Entertainment • Classic Automobiles • Food & Vendor Booths • And much, much more! " There is no charge to enter the festival, or for viewing the auto show, entrance to the Festival grounds, viewing or participating in any of the heritage events, viewing entertainment, or browsing any of the booths. " For more info. go here.

22nd ANNUAL GREENWOOD CAR SHOW with "Tons" of Cars, live performances, a kids zone and more IN SEATTLE - SATURDAY, JUNE 28TH 2013 FROM 9AM-4PM - PANCAKE BREAKFAST FROM 7-11AM FOR "LESS THAN A LATTE"

Take the kids and attend the Greenwood Car Show which will be held on Greenwood Ave N in Seattle, WA between N 67th St and N 90th St! There will also be a kids zone and other things to do in addition to viewing an amazing car show!

ALSO DON"T FORGET THE PANCAKE BREAKFAST: 
GCS Car Show Pancake Breakfast

$5 person/$15 family.The Greenwood Senior Center

 206-297-0875

7-11am

" The Greenwood Car Show Kids’ Zone is raring to go this year from 9 am to 3 pm. Look for the Big Bouncy Slide and Bounce House on Morrow Lane, plus games, contests, a pinewood derby track, face painting and live performances all day long. Best of all, it’s all free.

Children must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older. "

                                                                For more info. go here.

Evergreen Mountain Bike Festival with a kids zone and more in Issaquah - Saturday, June 7th 2014 from 9am-5pm

" If you ride a mountain bike - or have thought about trying it out - this is the event for you! Enjoy...

• Bike demos from all the major mountain bike brands
• 40+ vendors
• Raffles
• Trail riding
• Bike skills clinics and guided rides
• Go Huck Yourself Jump Jam
• Special kids events
• Beer Garden
• Fun for the whole family!

So mark on your calendar, grab the kids, bring some cash for beer, food and raffle tickets, and be ready for an amazing day of mountain biking fun. 

...Enjoy bike demos from the top brands, fun contests, raffles with killer prizes, skills clinics, Duthie tours, special kid’s events, the chance to check out the latest gear, and and more. Trails will be open to ride, and food and drink will be available for sale. "

For more info. go here and here.

OddMall The Emporium of the Weird with free admission at Edward D. Hanson Conference Center in Everett - Saturday and Sunday, May 31st and June 1st 2014 - Various hours

Go and see and learn about all kinds of crazy stuff! 

For more info. go here.

SEATTLE BOT BATTLES 12 AT THE ARMORY/CENTER HOUSE AT SEATTLE CENTER - TODAY, SUNDAY, APRIL 13TH 2014 FROM 11:30-5:30PM

Check out the battling robots at Seattle Center! 

" One, three and twelve pound bots battle it out for mechtronic supremacy! "

For more info. go here and here.

To see video and pics of the battling robots go here and here. 

IRISH FESTIVAL AT SEATTLE CENTER - SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, MARCH 15TH AND 16TH 2014 FROM 12-6PM (STARTS AT 10 AM ON SUNDAY!)

 IRISH FESTIVAL

at the Seattle Center's Armory 

" The Festival features booths selling Irish and Celtic products, non-stop Irish music, singing, dancing, workshops, lectures, cultural displays, children's contests and activities, etc. Festival Highlights also include Genealogy Workshops, Irish Language Workshops, Cultural Exhibits and more. Family-oriented activities include wonderful Irish Musicians along with Champion Irish Stepdancers from around the Pacific Northwest. Events for children include the “Smilingest Irish Eyes Contest” and the “Most Irish-Looking Face Contest”, and other activities in the Children’s Activities Center. 

Contemporary Irish short films will be screened during our Irish Reels Film Festival (see schedule of films at www.irishreels.org). For more information, call 206-427-3027 or email IrishWeek@IrishClub.org. "

For more info. go here.

Seattle Children's Health Fair with a Johnny Bregar performance, Teddy Bear Clinic, Operating Room Tour and lots more at Seattle Children's Hospital in Seattle - Saturday, March 8th 2014 from 10am-2pm

What a great event for you and the little ones to attend...lots of fun as well as informative! Don't forget to bring the doll or teddy bear!

" Seattle Children's annual Health Fair is a free, hands-on community event.

With games, hands-on activities, contests, crafts and music, we'll answer kids' and families' questions about their health, safety and bodies. Bring your favorite stuffed animal or doll for a check-up at the Teddy Bear Clinic, explore inside an ambulance, learn about heart health and healthy eating and much more!

Activities are especially fit for children ages 3 to 8, but your entire family is welcome. We hope to see you at the Health Fair! "

Features:

Child Life: Teddy Bear Clinic

Urology and Surgical Services: Da Vinci Surgery Robot and Operating Room Tour

Healthy Eating: Healthy Snacks Activity

Poison Center: Poison Safety

Sports Medicine Challenge

Pain Medicine: Pain Awareness

Dog Therapy Program: Dog Safety

Child Passenger Safety: Ask the Experts!

Water Safety

Helping Babies Breathe

Ambulance

Headbands to Support the Pink Bandanas Junior Guild

Wash Your Hands

ParentMap Face-Painting Fun

 ClubTooth Fairy

Live Music: Johnny Bregar Performs!

For more info. go here.

2014 GroundFrog Day Celebration in Snohomish - Saturday, February 1st 2014 from 11am-1pm

Move over Mr. Groundhog!

~Only Slew knows for sure!~

Event Schedule:

11:00 a.m.:

Activities ensue at the avenue A Gazebo. Frog Hat Contest judging begins.

11:15 a.m.:

Frognostication ceremony begins with the arrival of Tim Noah and

Princess Amphibiana.

11:35 a.m.: 

Coloring Contest winners are announced.

11:45 a.m.:

 Slew arrives, transported by Snohomish Fire District 4 and is carried to the stage by his Loyal Frog Handler, The Frog Lady.

11:50 a.m.: 

National Anthem, led by Tim Noah and the Flame Mission Group.

12:00 p.m:

Frog hat contest winners announced and they join Slew on Stage. Slew makes his

frognostication and the crowd is once again amazed and astounded by his ability to forecast the weather for the final 6 weeks of winter in the Great Pacific Northwest.

12:15-1 p.m.: 

Spring frogcast celebration continues: kids crafts – face painting – frog jump roping dancing and a meet-and-greet with the Snohomish Firefighters and truck. 

For more info. go here.

Lunar New Year Festival with lion/dragon dances and tons of other fun activities, plus $2 tasting menus in and around Hing Hay Park in Chinatown/International District in Seattle - Saturday, February 1st 2014 from 11am-4pm

 

We have yet to do this one but it sounds like so much fun so maybe this will be the year we check it out!

" The Chinatown-International District welcomes you to the 2014 Lunar New Year Celebration! The Lunar New Year Celebration is the most important festivity in the Chinese Lunar Calendar and brings thousands of families to participate in authentic cultural activities featuring coloring contest, face painting & balloons, calligraphy drawing, origami, temporary tattoos, and games and activities throughout the District. There is nonstop entertainment throughout the day including Lion and Dragon dances, Taiko drumming, martial arts and our fourth annual Children’s Parade Contest where kiddies can strut their best New Year’s cultural outfit on stage! Bring your family and friends to this exciting and unique cultural experience you can only find in the Chinatown-International District! "

For more info. go here.

4th Annual "You Me We Celebration" in Kent - Friday, January 24th 2014 from 6-9pm

4th Annual
You Me We Celebration
"A Festival of FREE Family Fun!"

Interactive Booths with activities for Kids	Hand-on art activities	Sports competitions
Face Painting	Bounce House	Games
$1 Hot Dogs & $1 Sodas	Raffles & Prizes	Contests
***Please Donate!*** Kent Food Bank will be accepting food donations.

For more info. go here.

Kirkland Oktoberfest presents Oktoberfest Village with free family friendly activities - Saturday and Sunday, September 28th and 29th from 11am-6pm

Oktoberfest Village offers free entertainment including live music, wiener dog races, pumpkin painting, contests and more for all ages on Saturday and Sunday!

For more info. go here.