SEPT 6–8

Top spots to score free toddler admission

From zoos to Seattle landmarks, take your tot on a fun, enriching adventure — while they're still free!

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Mostly free fall festivals for families

From apples to maples and wurst to witches, local fests are starting soon.

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Be known. Be challenged. Belong.

Villa Academy’s 31-acre campus nurtures students from preschool–eighth grade, providing a whole child education through connected, experiential learning.

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Building connections through music

Experience the joy and social benefits that come from playing musically with your child. Join Sunshine Music Together's award-winning classes today.

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Top events this weekend

Summer break may have ended, but I’m bringing the same “Let’s get out of the house!” energy to my family’s fall weekends. From delightful fall festivals to a bucket list of spots to visit with my toddler while her admission is still free, I have the whole season planned out. My top 10 events for this weekend will also get you out of the house, and the playground of the week is a good one, rain or shine.

— Meredith Charaba, family fun editor

TOP 10 EVENTS THIS WEEKEND ►

Issaquah Culture Fest

Travel the world while staying near home at this diverse festival featuring cultural performances, zoo animals and local vendors. (FRI.)

Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival

From inflatables to laser tag to pirates, plan for a ton of fun at this three-day celebration of the beloved local lighthouse. (FRI.–SUN.)

San Gennaro Festival

Come hungry to this street fair featuring a full lineup of Italian cuisine and music. Plus, discover free face painting and a scavenger hunt for the kids. (FRI.–SUN.)

BrickCon 2024

Bring your Lego lover to admire stunning creations at the longest-running Lego fan convention in the world. (SAT.–SUN.)

Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival

Extend that summer feeling with this lively Hawaiian festival. Enjoy Hawaiian cuisine, music and dance, and explore a playhouse for kids. (SUN.)

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Arrive curious. Leave inspired.

Learn about the Gates Foundation Discovery Center and its partners through interactive exhibits. Free. Wednesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Across from Seattle Center.

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