The ideal PNW resort destination for families

Hike, swim, bike and walk at this stunning spot made for families — just a road trip away.

300 days of sunshine ►

Magnificent sunflower fields and festivals

Enjoy a stroll, snap stunning pics and delight in farm fun at a spot near you. Some fests start this weekend!

Sky-high blooms ►

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Lacey in Tune summer entertainment

Enjoy music, magic and mayhem with our summer entertainment series. Kids shows, concerts and movies in the park. Free!

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Where the world is your classroom

Discover top-tier IB academics and innovative experiences in and beyond the classroom at Annie Wright Schools.

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Top events this weekend

Happy August! As we head into this last full month of summer, there is one word on my mind: sun. And indeed, it’s popping up everywhere — from this weekend’s (mostly) sunny forecast, to the sunflower festivals starting soon, to daydreaming about a trip to this stunning resort destination for families. My top 10 weekend events make the most of the summer weekend ahead, as does this week’s playground of the week.

— Meredith Charaba, family fun editor

TOP 10 EVENTS THIS WEEKEND ►

Seafair Weekend

Wow the kids with the fantastic Blue Angels air show, hydroplane races and more at Seattle's most iconic summer festival. (FRI.–SUN.)

‘Earthlings and Extraterrestrials: 20 Years of Kids Design Glass’

Admire real kids’ sketches turned into glass sculptures at this 20th anniversary celebration at the Museum of Glass in Tacoma. (FRI.–SUN.)

KAC ARTful Summer Open House

Bring your budding artists to the Kirkland Arts Center, where they can experience face painting, figure drawing, pottery and balloon sculpting. (SAT.)

Family Day on the Foss

Explore the Foss Waterway Seaport museum and enjoy activities on the waterfront at this free maritime event. Show up early for a spot on the cruise! (SAT.)