Happy Fourth of July weekend! We’ve rounded up the best fests to kick things off. I can’t wait to share these sweet summer traditions with my daughter, from floats parading down local streets to fireworks lighting up the sky. I’m also looking forward to summer hikes with the whole family, and these six trails in a stunning corner of the PNW just made it to the top of my list. And, of course, my top 10 events make the most of the long weekend ahead, whether you want to stroll through a farmers market or catch a ferry to the longest sandy beach around (playground shown above). 

— Meredith Charaba, family fun editor