Two Harvest Festivals with all kinds of free family fun tomorrow! One at Occidental Park in Seattle and one at Molbak's in Woodinville - Saturday, October 17th 2015 from 11am-4pm (Seattle's until 3pm)

Celebrate the change of seasons with Fall Family Harvest in Occidental Square Park.

Bring the whole family down on Saturday, Oct. 17 for FREE fun in the historic Pioneer Square park. Halloween costumes encouraged!

- KidsQuest Museum activity for children

- An inflatable obstacle course

- An inflatable football game

- Face painter

- Live music

- Free candy

- Outdoor games and activities

- More! 

                                                                       

AND...

The leaves are turning and the kids are wiggling -- time to pack up the crew and head to Molbak’s for a day of family fun! 

BOOGIE DOWN: Dance to the award-winning family rock band, Recess Monkey.

CARVE IT UP: Be amazed and entertained by master pumpkin carver, Russ Leno. 

GET CRAFTY: Visit the Kid’s Corral, hosted by The Nest, for fun crafts and games; and make a pinecone birdfeeder with the Eastside Audubon Society.

DIG IN: Join Lisa Taylor for a puppet show filled with garden critters and hands-on fun.

 

GRAB A BITE: Treat the family to gourmet mini donuts from Mini The Dough Nut and check out the samples in our Home department.

STRIKE A POSE: Let artist, Tamara Belland, paint your portrait in watercolor; and bring your camera—there will be photo ops aplenty.

VOTE: Cast a vote for your favorite pumpkin carved by Molbak’s talented staff members.

For more info. on Seattle's event go here.

For more info. on Woodinville's event go here.

Harvest Festival at Country Village in Bothell - Today, October 11th 2015 from 11am-5pm

Now that it isn't a day of downpours head to County Village for their 28th Annual Harvest Festival!

" Come to Country Village and celebrate fall. Join us on October 10th & 11th for the 28th annual Harvest Festival. Booths open at 11:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday and Sunday. This is a free event for everyone. 

Stroll the grounds decorated with corn stalks and pumpkins while you enjoy 30+ unique craft booths featuring one-of-a-kind items made by local artisans. Paint a pumpkin! Pumpkins and paints are included ($7). Fun, fall activities for kids include face painting, pony rides, train rides, and live entertainment throughout the entire weekend! "

For more info. go here.

Windermere Summer Splash with free water sports, games, entertainment, arts and crafts and more in Green Lake - Saturday, August 15th 2015 from 9am-4pm

" Bring the kids to a fun fair with food tents, arts & crafts, carnival games, entertainment, music and more! Try free kayaking, canoeing, rowing and stand up paddle boarding at the Green Lake Small Craft Center open house. Watch your local businesses compete in the Corporate Cup Regatta to see who takes home the coveted Corporate Cup trophy. "

For more info. go here.

75th Anniversary SalmonFest Seattle Street Festival and Salmon Bake in Lake City - Now until 7pm on Sunday, August 9th 2015

" Celebrate with us and delight in our first class entertainment, hand-made crafts, delectable foods, and an un-paralleled Salmon Bake. Discover fun and magical surprises at every turn. We invite you to join us for SalmonFest Seattle for an unforgettable adventure. "

There will also be a kiddie parade and grand parade too (on Saturday)!

"Get ready for SalmonFest celebrating it’s 75th Anniversary Bringing together arts & crafts and great food.

AND...

SalmonFest is proud to present

The Rowdy Referees

Family Fun Game show with contests and games for the entire family.

IT’S A REAL SHOW: Featuring Wild and Crazy Stunts and Contests — “as seen on TV,” with prizes galore for the kids. As many as 50 kids (and adults) get on stage to join in on all the fun. It’s messy, it’s a little loud, and everybody has a great time. Add in two comical referees with fun magic tricks, great jokes (ALL G-RATED) and more audience participation that you’ve ever seen before — and you’ve got a winning combo for UNIQUE family fun! "

For more info. go here.

Seafair Torchlight FanFest with performances, exhibits, Seafair Clowns, Pirates, Princesses and more at Seattle Center - Saturday, July 25th 2015 from 12-6pm

Image courtesy of Seafair

 

" Start your Torchlight Night right at the Seafair Torchlight FanFest at Seattle Center. This completely free event boasts an entertainment stage, interactive exhibits, food trucks and the Michelob ULTRA Beer Garden! Visit the Alaska Airlines Entertainment Stage for a sneak peek at some of your favorite Torchlight Parade participants including drill teams and marching bands. The stage will also feature a Torch Lighting Ceremony, royal knightings and appearances by the Seafair Clowns, Seafair Princesses and more! Once you've taken advantage of all the FanFest has to offer, make your way to 4th Avenue to watch the iconic Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade as it lights up downtown Seattle. "

 

Activities and offerings: 

• Live Entertainment on Alaska Airlines Stage

• Seafair Princesses Autograph Signing

• Appearances by Seafair Clowns & Seafair Pirates

Food Trucks & Carts

• Beer Garden

• Maya's Mexican Restaurant

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.

2015 Ballard SeafoodFest in Seattle - Saturday and Sunday, July 11th and 12th 2015 from 11 am-10 pm ('til 9pm on Sunday!)

" SeafoodFest is a Ballard tradition, and one of Seattle’s most iconic and eclectic summer festivals!

...SeafoodFest began in 1974 as a community celebration of Ballard’s historic connection to the fishing industry and the neighborhood’s Nordic roots. Today, this free two-day festival attracts over 65,000 people who come to enjoy the traditional salmon barbecue and much more: local music, arts and crafts, family entertainment, a beer garden, a skate event, and yes – more seafood! "



Festival Hours
Saturday, July 11: 11 am to 10 pm
Sunday, July 12: 11 am to 9 pm

  

For more info. go here.

West Seattle Summer Fest - Now until 5pm on Sunday, July 12th 2015

" Come join in the fun for the 33rd annual West Seattle Summer Fest, July 10-12 Summer Fest features some of the best summer events for the whole family, including shopping, live music, dining, beer gardens, and a kids play area. Don’t miss out on one of Seattle’s best things to do this summer! 

...West Seattle Summer Fest is place to be for summer fun for kids of all ages! This Seattle festival definitely understands the importance of fun for the whole family – from a kid’s play area to live entertainment – West Seattle Summer Fest knows how to party!

This kids area ROCKS! Clowns Unlimited brings loads of fun rides and activities for kids from toddlers to tweens. Tickets and day/weekend passes available and details here. Thank you to Wells Fargo Bank for donating your parking lot to the neighborhood and YMCA for sponsoring! Free kids art activities coordinated by West Seattle Art Nest. "

For more info. go here.

"4th of July" 2015 Celebration Roundup with 20+ events!

Happy 4th of July Everyone! Here is the roundup for all the local 2015 celebratory events!

" City fire officials warn that setting off fireworks yourself this year is not only illegal, but places you and your neighborhood in danger. Each July 4th, thousands of people are injured while using fireworks. In 2013, there were 239 reported injuries in Washington. This year we are experiencing drought conditions throughout the state, creating an even greater risk for fires resulting from fireworks. During 2013, there were 102 reported fires caused by fireworks. For the Fourth, catch the fireworks at your local city's planned event instead and keep it safe for everyone. Report illegal fireworks displays immediately by calling 911. "


Don't forget to bring a little bag to any of the parades as they seem to throw a lot of candy around here!

Please click on the links for times, festivities, suggestions, restrictions & parking fees, if any, etc.

 Enjoy!

4th of July in Newcastle - Info. here.


Fireworks over Des Moines - Info. here.


Grand Old Fourth of July in Downtown Winslow on Bainbridge Island - Info. here.


Colors of Freedom events - Everett, WA - Info. here.


Freedom Festival in Bothell  Info. here.   (Free pancake breakfast!)


The Great Carnation Fourth of July Celebration at Tolt-MacDonald Park in Carnation - Info. here.


It’s an Edmonds Kind of 4th! - Info. here.


Kingston Fourth of July Celebration - Info. here.


Issaquah's Downhome Fourth & Heritage Day - Info. here.


Fourth of July Festival at Les Gove Park in Auburn - Info. here.
(purchase wristband for $5 - unlimited kids activities)


Celebrate Kirkland! at Marina Park - Info. here.


Fabulous Fourth of July Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park in Renton - Info. here.


SEAFAIR Family Fourth at Lake Union AND at Gasworks Park in Seattle - Info. here.


Fourth of July Splash at Lake Meridian Park in Kent - Info. here.


Bellevue Family Fourth in Bellevue Downtown Park - Info. here.


94th Annual Independence Day Parade in Burien - Info. here. 


Tukwila’s Family Fourth at the Fort - Info. here.

Fourth on the Plateau at Commons Park in Sammamish - Info. here.


Red, White & Blues Festival at Celebration Park in Federal Way - Info. here.


13th Annual Cal Anderson Park Independence Day Picnic in Capitol Hill - Info. here.(Free everything, food, ice cream, face painting, root beer, patriotic portraits and more!)

Fourth of July Fireworks Show in at Log Boom Park in Kenmore -  Info. here.


Admiral 4th of July Kids Parade in West Seattle  - Info. here.

 Have a happy and safe 4th of July!

Big Day of Play with FREE bike helmets while supplies last, water craft rides, demos, performances, and TONS of other fun and free activities in Seattle - Sunday, June 28th 2015 from 12-4pm

Another favorite event of ours...take the kids and check it out!

" Please join Seattle Parks and Recreation and title sponsor, PCC Natural Markets, for this free, family-friendly event!

Mark your calendar from noon – 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 28, to see what Seattle Parks and Recreation and other community organizations are offering in the way of fun activities and healthy food. This year’s Big Day of Play event will be held at Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center, 3800 Lake Washington Blvd. S.

There will be sample activities from Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities and programs, paddling and boating events, a main stage celebration of cultural diversity with music and entertainment, creative play opportunities, youth demonstrations and healthy food vendors. Stop by the PCC TasteMobile, where kids 12 and under can participate in a PCC Kid Picks taste test and all ages can spin the Color Wheel to test their food knowledge and win prizes. Or Children’s Hospital’s Free bike helmet giveaway for children at least 1 years old to age 18 (Wearers must be present and be fitted to receive a helmet. Quantities are limited; one helmet per child. First come, first served.) "

Main Stage Line-Up 12:00 p.m. African Dance 12:20 p.m. Hawaiian Dancers 12:45 p.m. Chinese Dancers  1:10 p.m. Zumba 1:30 p.m. Hip Hop Dance Class 1:45 p.m. Rene Rope Jumper 2:10 p.m. Mixxedfit 2:20 p.m. Joyas Mestizad Mexican Dance 2:45 p.m. Baile Dior Majorette Dance Team 3:00 p.m. Compost Demo 3:15 p.m. Rainjammers Free Style Frisbee Show Team 3:30 p.m. South East Seattle Community Youth Orchestra

Activities Arts and Crafts Aviation Board and Carnival Games Big Blue Blocks Frisbee Golf and Tic Tac Toe Fitness Activities Kite Making Planting Quickstart Tennis Robotics Boat Making Arts and Crafts Sailing Stand Up Paddle Boards (SUP) Kayaks Canoes

All boating participants must sign a risk and release waiver to use the boats. Anyone under 18yrs old must have a parent or guardian sign the risk and release waiver. There is an age requirement and height restriction for the boating activities during the day. Be prepared to get wet!

For more info. go here.

Party in the Park with pony rides, face painters, games, petting zoo and more at Bridle Trails State Park in Kirkland - Saturday, June 27th 2015 from 8:30-12:30 - Donations accepted.

Party in the Park 2015

13th Annual ‘Party in the Park’ 2015

Where:     Bridle Trails State Park
                 5300 116th Ave NE, Kirkland, at the
                 main public entrance

When:      Saturday, June 27th
                 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Parking:    

Free Shuttle:  Due to the increased attendance and need for horse trailer parking, there will be limited parking in the main lot. It will be restricted to disabled parking for those displaying a state-issued handicapped placard and event-support vehicles only. Attendees will need to park at the Central Park Tennis Club (5820 125th Lane NE, Kirkland WA 98033). The entrance to the Central Park Tennis Club parking lot is across the street from Ben Franklin Elementary School on NE 60th Street. There will be shuttle service between the Central Park Tennis Club and the event. Since the park is only a few minutes from this parking lot, the shuttle will be making trips every 10 minutes from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm. Please consider using this FREE service!

Breakfast:

8:30 AM – 11:30 AM:  Our famous ‘baked on the griddle’ Pancake & Bacon breakfast, served with coffee or juice - $5.00 a plate

Entertainment:

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM:  Free entertainment featuring the Ellensburg Rodeo Royal Court, High Valley Riders, breed displays and more!

Kids’ Activities:

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM:  Pony rides, face painters, games, a petting zoo and more! No charge, but donations gladly accepted. A suggested donation of $5.00 for pony rides.

Trail Fun Runs: 5k and 10k

7:30 AM - Day-of-race registration and packet pickup begins
8:30 AM - Pancake Breakfast begins
9:00 AM - 10k run begins
9:05 AM - 5k run/walk begins 

For more info. go here.

Evan's Family Variety Show - A FREE All ages show at Phinney Center in Seattle - Sunday, June 28th 2015 at 3pm - Free tickets available online!

Take the family and see a variety show...for free!

" This show has a simple concept. I keep going to see other performers and some of them are GREAT. But they are all performing late at night in 21 and over venues. I want to show some of these acts to my kids – but I can’t!

So I am bringing these acts to a venue where you CAN take your family. The acts are NOT children’s acts – but they are family friendly and you will ALL enjoy the show!

There are magicians, jugglers, dancers, circus artists, hula hoopers, and more – every show is different, but will come let you and your kids see what people are doing in Seattle!

The show is about an hour long. "

For more info. go here.

To get free tickets go here.

Park Lane Grand Opening with an outdoor market and free entertainment in Downtown Kirkland - Saturday, May 30th 2015 from 11am-9pm

Check out the newly redesigned Park Lane during their official grand opening. There will be entertainment and more to enjoy tomorrow! And check out my favorite cupcake place, Sweet Cakes, while you are there!

" Celebrate a beautiful new street in Kirkland—the new Park Lane. Enjoy a ribbon cutting, followed by a free open-air concert with the Geoffrey Castle Band on Friday evening. Saturday will be an outdoor market event featuring Park Lane merchants, and entertainment "

For more info. go here.

Edmonds Waterfront Festival with Classic Boat Displays, Entertainment and more! Saturday and Sunday, May 30th and 31st 2015 from 11am-10pm (until 7pm on Sunday!) - "Less than a Latte" with $3 admission and FREE for kids ages 12 and under!

Highlights include: 

Live Entertainment

Arts & Crafts Vendors

Food Court

Kid's Activities

Beer & Wine Garden

Hydroplanes

Classic Boat Displays

$3 admission

Children 12 and under FREE. 

Saturday 11am to 10pm; 

Sunday 11am to 7pm

For more info. go here.

44TH ANNUAL NORTHWEST FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL WITH TONS OF ENTERTAINMENT AND HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES, PLUS PERFORMANCES BY FAVORITE LOCAL KINDIE BANDS AT SEATTLE CENTER - NOW UNTIL 9PM ON MONDAY, MAY 25TH 2015

All kinds of entertainment and hands-on on fun to be discovered this long holiday weekend during Northwest Folklife! Make sure to check out the local kindie bands playing on Monday starting at 11am!

For more info. go here.

Evan's Family Variety Show at the Phinney Ridge Community Center in Seattle - Sunday, April 26th 2015 at 3pm - Register online for FREE tickets!

Register for free tickets and take the family to a fun, family event that happens once a month! 

April's event features these performers:

" This show has a simple concept. I keep going to see other performers and some of them are GREAT. But they are all performing late at night in 21 and over venues. I want to show some of these acts to my kids – but I can’t!

So I am bringing these acts to a venue where you CAN take your family. The acts are NOT children’s acts – but they are family friendly and you will ALL enjoy the show!

There are magicians, jugglers, dancers, circus artists, hula hoopers, and more – every show is different, but will come let you and your kids see what people are doing in Seattle!

The show is about an hour long. "

For more info. go here.

To register for FREE tickets for the April 26th show go here.

To register for FREE tickets to other shows go here.

2ND SATURDAYS FEATURING MASTER MAGICIAN JOE BLACK, FREE POPCORN, GAMES AND MORE AT CROSSROADS MALL IN BELLEVUE - SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH 2015 FROM 5-9PM

For more info. go here.

Mount Baker Community Clubhouse presents the Pied Piper Series featuring Charlie the Noise Guy in Seattle - Saturday, February 28th 2015 at 10:30am - "Less than a Latte" each with a $3 suggested donation

Charlie the Noise Guy

" Kid comedy and sound shenanigans. It's noisy fun for everyone!

If it sounds like a duck and walks like a duck; it must be a duck, right? Well, maybe not! Charlie Williams is “The Noiseguy”, a vocal sound impressionist who can imitate the sound of planes, trains and automobiles! This talented performer is also a kids’ comedian, author and illustrator. In one of his typical shows you might hear flushing toilets, dinosaurs, monster trucks and beatboxin’.

When he tells you his fractured fairy tale of Jack chopping down the beanstalk, he doesn’t use an ax – that’s not noisy enough! If you close your eyes, you’ll be convinced The Noiseguy is using a real chainsaw to bring down the beanstalk. This is a show like none other – you won’t believe your ears! Parents – be prepared for a lot of giggling!

Williams encourages kids to laugh at everyday annoyances because humor is an important life skill. Parents will get in touch with their inner (noisy) child. Everyone will learn some vocal impressions of their very own! Williams believes “the family that makes noise together is a family that enjoys together”. "

For more info. go here.

Tet Festival 2015 with lion dances, a cooking competition, health fair, and tons more at Seattle Center - Saturday and Sunday, February 21st and 22nd 2015 from 11am-7pm both days!

" Explore and experience the cultural roots and contemporary influences of Vietnam through live performances, hands-on activities, foods, crafts, games, martial arts and a lively marketplace. "

For more info. here.

5th Annual You Me We Celebration - "A Festival of Free Family Fun" at the Showare Center in Kent - Friday, January 30th 2015 from 6-9pm

5th Annual
You Me We Celebration
"A Festival of FREE Family Fun!"

January 30th, 2015

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Showare Center

" Mark your calendar for the 5th Annual You Me We Celebration as we join together as a community showing why Kent is one of the best cities in the nation to live, work and play. There are hands-on activities, entertainment and exhibitions for the entire family. "

For more info. go here.