Razor clam on Washington coastal beaches. All you need is a license (ages 14 and older) from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, clam shovel or clam gun, and a bucket. Create memories outdoors!
Happy New Year! Make the first weekend of 2026 one to remember when you stick to the theme and pack it full of firsts. Follow my lead to discover where kids can drive a real race car, and families can climb to the top of a forest canopy or feed sweet sheep on a self-guided tour. If you need even more inspiration, browse my top 10 weekend events.
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 Don your dungarees! It’s time to feed fuzzy alpacas, adorable goats and sweet sheep during a free farm tour. (FRI.–SUN.)
Tucker out your little music lover. Make a plan to see one of our favorite kindie rock stars before hitting a local playground when the show's over.(SAT.)
Shift into the weekend with a race car driving experience that gives kids a taste of what it’s like to go full throttle around a challenging track. (SAT.)
Sit down for story time with a local author before perfecting your still life drawing skills during a free family-friendly art workshop.(SAT.)
Look for wildlife, explore treehouses and wander wooded paths during a free open trails day at this outdoor school.(SUN.)
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