Need something to do with the kids this weekend in Tacoma, Olympia, or Puyallup?
I’ve got free and affordable family events and activities all around the 253 (and beyond) for May 29th-31st!
There is something great to do no matter where in the South Sound you call home.
New here? We have an amazing list just like this one up every Friday morning, and lots of fun all the days in between-just for the South Puget Sound.
Friday
It’s always kids’ night out at Pump It Up on Fridays. Call for details and to hold your spot. We’d love for you to mention Sounds Fun Mom!
Free Froyo at Menchie‘s in Gig Harbor hosted by Laurel from Steve and Kate’s camp 4-6PM Get some free froyo, and learn about the seriously super cool camps (day, multi-day, and every option you can think of) hosted at Charles Wright
The public is invited to a family friendly showing of Narnia put on by St.Patrick’s School and performed at Bellarmine. Shows also on Saturday
Science carnival at Evergreen State College in Olympia Hands-0n activities, performances, and more. Free admission and free parking (Tell the parking attendant you are there for this event). Also Saturday
Discover the Dinosaurs Event at the Puyallup fairgrounds Replica dinosaurs; inflatables; activities Here’s the scoop: I thought this was the same company as last year’s dino folks, but apparently it is different. It looks exactly the same in terms of activities, look, and even pricing (which is high). We did have fun at last year’s similar event, but you will want to go when it isn’t crowded-think late afternoon- and take the right age kid to get your money’s worth (one young enough to be excited but big enough for the rides and so on….). I will try to reach out to the company to see if there is more info/discounts for you. It’s here all weekend.
The new jellyfish exhibit opens this weekend at the Point Defiance Zoo. It’s just one of many great family events around the South Puget Sound this weekend.
Saturday
All Over
Kids’ club at Michael’s stores 10AM-12; 2.00 for half hour crafting sessions. It’s paper fans today.
Peanut Butter and Cupcake Story time at Barnes and Noble We suggest finding your store and calling directly to confirm. We have found participation in these fun, free events to be inconsistent-even when the store is listed as participating. If you have feedback on one, let us know!
South King County
Family Green Fest at the Federal Way Community Center 10AM-2PM “Touch a truck,” with a recycling truck, face painting and kids’ activities, document shredding
Touch tanks at HCC Mast at Redondo Free and open to the public every Saturday from 10-2 Reader Joanna wrote in to say they Were able to touch creatures in the touch tanks last week.
Puyallup/Bonney Lake/Greater Pierce
Discover the Dinosaurs Event at the Puyallup fairgrounds Replica dinosaurs; inflatables; activities Here’s the scoop: I thought this was the same company as last year’s dino folks, but apparently it is different. It looks exactly the same in terms of activities, look, and even pricing (which is high). We did have fun at last year’s similar event, but you will want to go when it isn’t crowded-think late afternoon- and take the right age kid to get your money’s worth (one young enough to be excited but big enough for the rides and so on….). I will try to reach out to the company to see if there is more info/discounts for you. It’s here all weekend.
Diono Warehouse Sale and Car Seat Check in Puyallup I honestly don’t know this brand, but they’re advertising up to 40% off retail. If you’ve been wanting one, this sounds worth checking out. It’s 10AM-3PM and part of the proceeds benefit charity, Mary’s Place. You can also get your car seat installation checked.
Friends of the Bonney Lake Library used book sale Score a bargain on a book!
Children’s Program with the Master Gardeners in Puyallup 1PM, “Fantasy Finds Your Garden,” Free Link takes you to details and full schedule for the summer.
Yes, Puyallup, your spray ground is now open! 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. daily beginning Friday, May 22nd – Monday, September 7th. It’s right by the downtown Puyallup library.
Tacoma
Puget Starts Here Family Fun Day environmental education, hands-on activities and more at the Foss Waterway Seaport. I believe it’s all Free!
Your Spraygrounds are open, Tacoma! Daily and free 10AM-8PM on weekends; note the location by the STAR center is closed for repair.
The public is invited to a family friendly showing of Narnia put on by St.Patrick’s School and performed at Bellarmine. Shows also on Saturday
Grand opening of the jellyfish exhibit at the Point Defiance Zoo special crafts and fun included with admission. Note from SFM: Zoo admission gets spendy. We suggest investing in an annual pass unless you can take advantage of monthly free days for city of Tacoma residents.
Spring Fairy Festival on 6th Avenue; Family activities and block party style fun on 6th avenue-I don’t know much about this one. Let us know if you do!
Tacoma Spring Fling Pre-Camp Party! Charles Wright Academy – Lower School Playground 12-2 Headed to Steve and Kate’s camps this summer, or thinking about them? Here’s a chance to check ’em out.
Crafts of the Past at Ft.Nisqually Traditional crafts are demonstrated Saturdays and Sundays through the fall. Included with fort admission. This outing is probably most interesting to school age children, though younger ones will enjoy running in and around the fort towers. Also Sunday
Children and all ages shows at the Pierce College Science Dome/planetarium CASH Only at the door-you can use charge cards if you buy tickets in advance.
Lacey/Olympia
Science carnival at Evergreen State College in Olympia Hands-0n activities, performances, and more. Free admission and free parking (Tell the parking attendant you are there for this event).
Visit the South Sound Estuarium open 11-4 weekends
Olympia Family Theater presents Pinocchio 2PM
Gig Harbor
Yes! Your farmer’s market is open!
Synchronized swim show at the Gig Harbor High School Pool 1PM
Sandcastle toys has been doing Saturday morning storytimes. I don’t see a listing today; you may want to call first. If you’re downtown, visit the Harbor WildWatch exhibit at the Skansie Visitor Center. It’s free and open to the public.
Sunday
Discover the Dinosaurs Event at the Puyallup fairgrounds Replica dinosaurs; inflatables; activities Here’s the scoop: I thought this was the same company as last year’s dino folks, but apparently it is different. It looks exactly the same in terms of activities, look, and even pricing (which is high). We did have fun at last year’s similar event, but you will want to go when it isn’t crowded-think late afternoon- and take the right age kid to get your money’s worth (one young enough to be excited but big enough for the rides and so on….). I will try to reach out to the company to see if there is more info/discounts for you. It’s here all weekend.
Historic Fort Steilacoom is now open for Sunday tours
Olympia Family Theater presents Pinocchio 2PM
Visit the South Sound Estuarium open 11-4 weekends
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