| 👋 Welcome to Kid Friendly Seattle! |
School's just around the corner, which makes this the last big summer weekend to go all out and there's a lot of it! Free outdoor movies, block parties, a 1,200-drone Harry Potter show, world festivals, and a farm open day are all on the table.
🚨 Big news: we're now combining Kid Friendly Eastside into Kid Friendly Seattle and covering the whole metro, so you'll see Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, and North Bend woven right in alongside the Seattle and corridor picks.
Bear with me as I get the formatting and delivery perfect for you in the next couple of months!
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
✏️ Hamlin Robinson Preschool (Seattle)
At Hamlin Robinson School, our preschool program gives children ages 3 and 4 a joyful, language-rich start to their learning journey. Through play, exploration, creativity, and meaningful relationships, children build the skills and confidence they need to thrive in school and beyond.
Our experienced educators nurture each child’s curiosity while supporting early literacy, oral language, communication, social-emotional growth, and independence. In a warm and engaging environment, children are known, valued, and encouraged to take risks, make discoveries, and develop strong connections with teachers and classmates.
Rooted in HRS’s deep understanding of how children learn, our preschool program honors individual development and creates a strong foundation for future growth. Families become part of a welcoming community committed to helping every child discover the joy of learning.
Come see what makes an HRS education special from the very beginning.
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| Friday |
👑 Princess Day at Nick’s Magnificent (Issaquah)
Families can meet their favorite princesses, enjoy magical story time, and sing and dance along to beloved songs throughout the day. Dress up in your favorite royal attire and create unforgettable memories in a day filled with fun, imagination, and enchantment. (1p-7p). Price of admission. https://nicksmagnificent.com/event/princess-day-at-nicks-magnificent/
🪄 DroneArt Show: Harry Potter (Redmond) — also runs Saturday
1,200 illuminated drones recreate iconic Harry Potter moments with a live violinist and LED wristbands at Marymoor Park, show at 9:15pm (doors 7:15pm) with a wizarding-world pre-show. Ticketed (price varies); dress warm for the meadow after dark. thedroneartshow.com
🎉 South Lake Union Block Party (South Lake Union)
A free all-day street party at the SLU Discovery Center, 11am–10pm, with a community fair, lawn games, a street scramble, food trucks, and two live-music stages. FREE. slublockparty.com
🎨 Summer in the City (Downtown Everett) — also runs Saturday
Downtown Everett's two-day festival on Wetmore Plaza, 4–8pm Friday, with live music, art, and a kid zone (inflatables, giant Jenga, face painting, balloon artist, Nerf range). FREE. downtowneverettwa.org
🌊 Sail-In Cinema: Lilo & Stitch (Everett)
Snohomish County's waterfront movie series lights up a 40-foot inflatable screen at Boxcar Park, film at 8:50pm (kids' activities and concessions an hour before). FREE popcorn for early arrivals — you can even boat in. portofeverett.com
🎭 North Bend Theatre Free Summer Matinee: Matilda (North Bend)
A free family matinee of Matilda at the historic North Bend Theatre, 11am, sponsored by Si View Metro Parks — a cool, comfy escape out in the Snoqualmie Valley. FREE (reserve online). northbendtheatre.com
🍖 Friday Community BBQ (Chinatown-International District)
A free weekly summer barbecue outside the ID/Chinatown Community Center, 5–6pm, with music, dancing, games, and water play. FREE; one of the last of the season. seattle.gov
💃 U-District K-Pop Dance Class (University District)
A free weekly drop-in dance class at Station Park by the U District light rail station, 5:30–6:30pm — this week's session is K-Pop, no registration, just show up. FREE. udistrictseattle.com
🧺 Phinney Farmers Market (Phinney Ridge)
A relaxed Friday-afternoon neighborhood market with produce, flowers, prepared foods, and live music, 3–7pm — an easy family stop before dinner. FREE to attend. seattlefarmersmarkets.org
TOGETHER WITH
🧶 ☕️ Kid Friendly (Seattle)
Crochet Cafe 🧶☕
You asked, we listened. After so many of you requested a follow up to our first event, we're thrilled to say it's official — round two is here, and it's going to be even cozier. And our subscribers get first dibs
Join us Wednesday, September 2nd at Pacha Collective for a laid-back afternoon of stitching, sipping, and good company. This is a kid-friendly event built for parents and kids: little ones can follow along stitch-by-stitch, or hang out and play with the other kids while you settle in with a warm drink and your yarn. Everyone leaves with their own materials, a project to keep, and a whole lot of good vibes.
How the day works: The Crochet 101 session runs 4:00–5:00 PM, and the space is reserved from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM — so there's no rush. Stay, keep crocheting, chat, and let the kids enjoy each other's company.
Pick your path:
Crochet 101 — Brand new? Perfect. You'll learn how to start and how to make single crochet stitches. Materials included, no experience needed must be 8 years or older!
The Wooble — Make one of these irresistibly cute beginner kits and walk away with a finished friend.
Bring Your Own Crochet (BYOC) — Already have a project going? Bring it and we'll include crochet stitch markers!
All skill levels welcome.
Childcare included! Rosie Pros will be on-site in a dedicated kids area so you can drop off your kiddos while you crochet.
Thank you to our amazing partners Rosie Match and Emerald City Yarn for making this happen!
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| Saturday |
🥕 CHOMP! (Redmond)
Meet Daniel Tiger at CHOMP! on August 15 at Marymoor Park! CHOMP! is a FREE, family-friendly event with:
🎵 Live Music featuring Cat Power, Whitney, and more
🍽️ Local Food Vendors
🍎 Farmers Market
🐰 Plucky Palomino Petting Zoo
🍞 Garden Focaccia Bake-Off
🎨 Art, Games, & Hands-On Activities and more. Check it out!
🐉 Kirkland Outdoor Summer Movie: How to Train Your Dragon (Kirkland)
A free outdoor double feature on a giant LED screen at Heritage Park — How to Train Your Dragon (2025, PG) at 6pm, followed by Tron: Ares (PG-13). FREE; bring a blanket or lawn chair. explorekirkland.com
☀️ Crossroads "Fun in the Sun" (Bellevue)
A free community afternoon for families and kids at Crossroads Park, from 4pm — an easy Eastside add-on after the morning market. FREE. crossroadsbellevue.com
🐙 Big Day of Play (Rainier Community Center)
Big Day of Play is Seattle Parks and Recreation's largest annual celebration of recreation and play, taking place this year on Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Rainier Community Center, Rainier Playfield and Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center! FREE. https://www.bigdayofplay.org/
🎭 GreenStage Backyard Bard: The Tempest (Green Lake) — final weekend
A free, kid-friendly one-hour Tempest on the grass at Lower Woodland Park, 1pm — just show up and grab a spot (a bonus Two Noble Kinsmen follows ~2:15pm). FREE; the season ends today. greenstage.org
🪴 PlantCon (Seattle) — all weekend
175+ plant and plant-related booths where guests can learn and connect with local growers and international exhibitors, as well as reptiles!. 10a–6p — cFREE (donations welcome). https://www.plantcon.org/seattle
🚲 Bicycle Weekend on Lake Washington Blvd (Seattle) — also runs Sunday
The boulevard closes to cars from 10am so families can bike, walk, scoot, and roll along a ~3-mile stretch from Seward Park to Mount Baker Beach. FREE. parkways.seattle.gov
🏗️ Seattle Design Festival Block Party (South Lake Union)
A free two-day street fair at Lake Union Park, 10am–7pm, with large-scale installations, hands-on activities, and performances celebrating design. FREE. seadesignfest.org
🍓 University District Farmers Market (U-District)
One of Seattle's largest farmer-only markets, right by the U-District light rail station, 9am–2pm — peak-summer produce, berries, and kid-friendly snacks. FREE to attend. seattlefarmersmarkets.org
🧺 Redmond Saturday Market (Redmond)
One of the Eastside's longtime open-air markets with local produce, food, and crafts, 9am–2pm — an easy morning pairing with CHOMP! just up the road. FREE to attend. redmondsaturdaymarket.org
| Sunday |
🚨 Naiad Preschool Now Enrolling (Green Lake)
Still figuring out preschool? Ages 2½ to 6 are enrolling now at Naiad for the upcoming school year, with spots available as early as September 1. https://www.naiadpreschool.com/toursandenrollment
⚽️ Backyard Games at KidsQuest Museum (Bellevue)
This is free summer programming that celebrates everything KidsQuest stands for — hands‑on play, joyful learning, and building strong, connected communities. from 2:30pm to 4:30pm When families come to play, explore, and imagine together, our mission grows right alongside them. price of admission. https://www.kidsquestmuseum.org/programs/free-programming/#1
🇵🇰 Pakistan Independence Day Mela (Bellevue)
A free Eastside cultural celebration at Bellevue Downtown Park, from 12pm, with food stalls, live entertainment, and kids' activities, hosted by the Pakistan Association of Greater Seattle. FREE. pakday.eventsmart.com
🇧🇷 Seattle Center Festál: BrasilFest (Seattle Center)
A free Festál cultural festival celebrating Brazilian culture, 11am–6pm, with drumming, dance, capoeira, music, visual arts, and food across the Armory and Mural Amphitheatre. FREE. seattlecenter.com
🌳 Capitol Hill Garage Sale (Capitol Hill)
The Capitol Hill Garage Sale returns Sunday from 10am. to 3pm. in Cal Anderson Park! This annual event is Seattle’s longest running community garage sales and regularly features over 150 people selling their treasures in Cal Anderson Park and across Capitol Hill. FREE. https://capitolhillgaragesale.org/
⚔️ Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire — Final Day (Snohomish)
The last day of the five-weekend faire at Sky Meadows Park (find us here! 😊), 10am–7pm — jousting knights, live combat, costumed characters, artisan booths, and family entertainment in a wooded meadow. Ticketed (kids' pricing available). washingtonfaire.com
🦖 FossilEra Open House (Monroe) — runs all weekend
FossilEra opens its warehouse to the public, 10am–4pm, with a kids' dig pit (find and keep fossils and minerals), a geode cracker, and meteorites and crystals to browse. FREE. choosemonroe.com
🎶 Ballard Locks Free Concert (Ballard)
A free all-ages afternoon concert in the Locks' botanical garden, 2–4pm — pair it with the fish ladder and boat-watching. FREE (donations welcome); check the schedule for today's performer. ballardlocks.org
🎪 Fremont Sunday Market (Fremont)
Seattle's beloved year-round street market, 10am–4pm — 150+ artists, makers, and collectors plus food trucks, crafts, antiques, and people-watching along the canal. FREE to attend. fremontmarket.com
🧺 Ballard Farmers Market (Ballard)
The historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue becomes a big open-air market, 9am–2pm — seasonal produce, seafood, baked goods, and hot prepared foods. FREE to attend. sfmamarkets.com
🍑 West Seattle Farmers Market (West Seattle)
A year-round Sunday farm-only market in the heart of the West Seattle Junction, 10am–2pm — seasonal produce, flowers, and prepared foods for easy family browsing. FREE to attend. seattlefarmersmarkets.org
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