Happy Thursday, Seattle. This weekend is genuinely stacked and it's going to go fast, so here's your weekly roundup of the best, unique and, family friendly events happening around the city this weekend.

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🍽️ CHOMP! (Marymoor Park)

Your ultimate summer weekend plans are here! Save the date for CHOMP! (Saturday, August 15 at Marymoor Park) for a FREE event featuring:

  • 🎵 Live Music featuring Cat Power, Whitney, and more

  • 🍽️ Local Food Vendors

  • 🍎 Farmers Market with Fresh Local Produce

  • 🎨 Art, Games, & Hands-On Activities

  • Special Guest: Meet Daniel Tiger

Stay tuned as we announce more activities soon.

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Friday - June 19

🤘 Punk Rock Flea Market (Capitol Hill)

  • Imagine a place where your wallet and your inner punk rocker can both scream with joy. This is the Pacific Northwest's top-secret shopping extravaganza, popping up like a jack-in-the-box on caffeine at least four times a year. Hundreds of vendors gather to sell their quirky treasures in places so unexpected..

  • Price: free

  • Six Asian American Circus artists perform an acrobatic family dinner in Rice on Repeat: An AAPI Circus.

  • Price: $10-$70

  • Gear up for mini golf! This summer, the Olympic Sculpture Park transforms into a one-of-a-kind mini golf course, bringing together sports and art on the waterfront.

  • Price: $15 adult; $10 youth; ages 5 and younger are free

🖌️ Toddler Time at Mosaic Room (Seattle)

  • Calling all tiny humans and their exhausted handlers! Join a chaos-friendly playland where curiosity and cuteness collide. Enjoy toys, art, crafts, and playdough fun while swapping stories with fellow adults. Plus, free coffee, snacks, and sanity-saving beverages!

  • Price: $10

🤩 Edmonds Arts Festival (Edmonds)

  • Imagine an artsy event where you can mingle with creative minds, enjoy stunning views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains, and indulge in free live entertainment. There's a gallery exhibition with art judged intensely, a renowned student art exhibit, and a hands-on art zone for kids. Plus, savor a variety of delicious fair food that might tempt you to stay forever.

  • Price: free

  • Make a splash this summer at the grand opening of Seattle Paddle Club, a new family-friendly stand-up paddleboard rental on calm, protected Portage Bay. Set inside the beautifully restored Jensen Motor Boat Company

  • Price: $25+

  • the City of SeaTac will operate three community activation sites offering free programming, food, entertainment, and a welcoming gathering place for residents and visitors throughout the World Cup period. Sites are planned to operate daily.

  • Price: free

  • Catch all the action and game day energy at Paseo! Just a few blocks from Seattle Stadium/Lumen Field, Paseo is hosting watch parties for every Seattle match. We'll have fun activities for adults and kids alike with score prediction contests, giveaways, patio games, and more!

  • Price: free

Saturday - June 20

  • At this event, artist instructors from Northwest Stone Sculptors Association will guide youth participants through the process of shaping this beautiful, natural material into a figurine to take home. This event is free and the soapstone and all necessary tools will be provided. ages 7 - 17 years old.

  • Price: free

  • Experience the magic of the Fremont Fair, a beloved summer tradition where locals and visitors alike come together for a weekend of joy and creativity. Explore bustling streets filled with eclectic vendors, savor delicious local eats, enjoy live music, and more. Fremont Fair promises a memorable experience for all ages. Join us and be part of this extraordinary celebration of community and culture!

  • Price: free

🧘‍♂️ Teen Yoga + Sound Bath (Ballard)

  • This free class is for teens who enjoy practicing yoga at a gentler pace. After we do some movement, you will be invited to relax and let a mix of healing sounds wash over and soothe you

  • Price: free

  • Join Seattle Aquarium staff for free public programming on the Ocean Pavilion’s rooftop and at Pier 58/Madison Street this summer! These drop-in programs will explore art, science, self-reflection and connection.

  • Price: free

  • One and all are encouraged to get on the water on one of our peapod rowboats for free one-hour rentals! Ages 8 and older

  • Price: free

🎉 Parke Diem (Capitol Hill)

  • Parke Diem, Seattle's Favorite and longest running free park party is back at Volunteer Park. Free and family friendly, as always!

  • Price: free

  • Celebrate Fête de la Musique (World Music Day) with the Alliance Française de Seattle and Mirabelle by Orphée! This free, family-friendly outdoor concert comes to Pioneer Square for the first time, featuring live music from the Jean Chaumont Trio and The New Triumph. All ages.

  • Price: free

  • The Strawberry Festival is one of Burien’s longest-standing traditions and a true community favorite! This family-friendly weekend celebration brings together live entertainment, fun activities, local vendors, and classic festival experiences for all ages.

  • Price: free

Sunday - June 21

🎈 Seattle Center Glow (Seattle)

  • The Seattle Glow is a delightful hot air balloon event held at the Seattle Center, brought to life by Seattle Ballooning and local balloon fans. Picture this: balloons filled with air, safely tethered to the ground, and illuminated by burners, transforming them into glowing lanterns against the night sky. It's a fantastic opportunity to get up close to these magnificent balloons, snap some amazing photos, and soak in the vibrant festival atmosphere with DJ music. p.s the 7 year old son of the owner of Seattle Ballooning built his own model hot air balloon and he’s giving rides to stuffed animals for charity before the glow!

  • Price: free

🐻 Papa Bear Brunch (Phinney Ridge)

  • Celebrate Father’s Day with a brunch experience at Woodland Park Zoo that’s bear-y special! Guests will be brunching near brown bears, lynx, and elk, enjoying up-close animal views and a hearty buffet stacked with favorites like chicken & waffles, artisan sausage, Bavarian cream puffs, and much more.

  • Price: Adult $92 (13+), Child $70 (3-12)

  • We're showing our appreciation for all the work that dads do by giving them FREE admission on Father's Day, Sunday, June 21, 2026! Dads accompanied by their children (of any age) receive FREE general admission to enjoy the Museum's galleries and exhibits.

  • Price: free

🎤 GOLDEN: A K-Pop Kids Party! (U Disctrict)

  • Prepare yourselves for a family-friendly dance party featuring remixes inspired by familiar soundtracks, K-Pop songs, remixes, and iconic pop anthems from the movies. Costumes, dancing, and shining bright are encouraged! All ages

  • Price: $25

🪄 Family Magic Show (Seattle Center)

  • Seattle Magic Show presents monthly Family Magic Shows at the Seattle Center. Take the whole family to this one hour interactive stage magic. All ages.

  • Price: $9

🎸 Concert Truck at Seward Park (Rainier Valley)

  • A traveling stage rolls into Seward Park Sunday morning for a 11am–noon performance — one of the most charming free music series in Seattle. The Concert Truck parks, drops the sides, and plays a full set in the middle of the park.

  • Price: free

🛹 Go Skate Day (Seattle Center)

  • Go Skate Day, and Skate Like A Girl is celebrating it at Seattle Center — free open skate from 11am to 2pm, with beginner lessons in the first hour for kids who've never pushed a board. Ages 6-13

  • Price: free

  • Celebrate Father’s Day with a relaxing dinner aboard a yacht! Gather the family for a delicious meal while taking in panoramic views of Seattle’s skyline, scenic waterfronts, and historic landmarks. All ages

  • Price: $65-$129

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