30 incredible things for families to do this season

Have a ball this fall with charming day trips, nature activities and more autumn rites of passage.

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Can’t-miss South Sound Halloween events

Spooky and sweet family fun — from animals devouring pumpkins to a haunting drive through a park to a free party on the waterway.

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Top events this weekend

Fall is flying by, and I have so much more I want to do before winter arrives. Care to join me? These awesome fall activities and my top 10 weekend events will get the whole family out of the house — rain or shine. Speaking of, the playground of the week is an all-weather favorite. And it wouldn’t be October without some spooky Halloween events. Happy haunting!

— Meredith Charaba, family fun editor

TOP 10 EVENTS THIS WEEKEND ►

Art Exhibition — ‘Please Touch: Together, Breaking Barriers’

Let kids do what they do best and touch everything at this inclusive art exhibition raising awareness about accessibility in the arts. (FRI.–SAT.)

Prehistoric Discoveries

Thrill your little paleontologist with an outing to dig up dino bones, make their own cave art and learn as they play at this fantastic free science event. (SAT.)

Truck & Tractor Day

Meet your kiddo's favorite big rigs, launch pumpkins with a giant slingshot and enjoy a free hayride. Free hard hats and pumpkins are just the cherry on top! (SAT.)

TurkFest

There will be something for everyone at this celebration of Turkish culture, featuring kids activities, music, dance and a unique marketplace. (SAT.–SUN.)

Sensational Spiders

Creep into spooky season with a spine-tingling hiking adventure, learning about local spider species as you explore a beautiful state park. (SUN.)

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