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South Sound Weekend Kids’ Calendar: Family Fun And Things To Do February 26th-28th!

February 26, 2016 by Maegen Blue

Looking for something fun to do with your little valentines this weekend in Tacoma, Olympia, Puyallup, or another South Sound Spot?

We’ve got you covered with our weekly guide to free and affordable fun for families in the South Puget Sound.  My favorite thing about this weekend’s list? Lots of it is FREE!

South Sound Kid's Calendar

Ongoing

Want to go sledding or play in the snow? Here’s our guide!  Do check the weather-it’s been warm and wet.

All Weekend

Marvel Universe Live at the Tacoma Dome   Our review and tips are here 

Friday

Indoor Park at Pen-Met Indoor Soccer Center in Gig Harbor  Every Friday from 11:15-12:30; toys usually left up longer  2.00/child They also have a time on Tuesday mornings-9:45, I believe. For ages 2-5

Bounce Play in Gig Harbor  Free inflatable time for preschoolers and social time for parents hosted by Harbor Christian Church

Saturday

All Over

Pokemon Trading Card event at Toys R Us stores  Two free cards; trading and other fun

Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Story Time at most Barnes and Noble stores. 11AM Pin the tail on Horton, decorate a Cat in the Hat hat and more.  We do suggest calling your location to confirm, as we have found participation to be inconsistent.

Kids’ Club at Michael’s Stores  2.00/child for 30 minute sessions  It’s a name bead necklace today (the little alphabet beads).

South King County

Visit the HCC Mast Center  at Redondo   The center and its touch tanks of sea critters are free and open to the public every Saturday from 10-2  Back open!

Parents’ Night Out in Auburn  Drop the kids off at the gym at Les Gove park for an evening of supervised play and pizza. Registration and fees required

Puyallup/South Hill

Friends of the Bonney Lake Library book sale

Lego My Library at the Puyallup Public Library  Stories and Lego building time 11AM

Keep reading for Tacoma listings and MORE!

Tacoma/South Tacoma/Lakewood/Parkland

Kids’ Code Club at the main branch of the Tacoma Library

Hilltop Healthy Kids and Families Carnival

 Leapin’ Lemurs at the Point Defiance Zoo  It’s a leap year celebration at the Point Defiance Zoo. Special lemur themed activities included with zoo admission. Note from SFM: Zoo admission does get spendy. We suggest investing in an annual pass unless you’re a Tacoma city resident and can take advantage of monthly free days. Read more of our best zoo tips here!

Children and all ages shows at the Pierce College Science Dome/planetarium  Children’s show at 12:30 or  2PM; all ages at 3:15. The children’s show is shorter and interactive. Henry LOVED it. Seriously-this is a Great outing. Go! You do want to buy tickets in advance or bring cash. No cards are accepted at the door.

Bilingual Block Party at the Parkland/Spanaway Library 10AM. Drop in and build! Special invitation to Spanish speaking families today but open to all

Visit our friends at Jozee Rooz Indoor Petting Zoo! 

Tacoma Concert Band performance  From Bach to Broadway  Free for kids 18 and under

Marvel Universe Live at the Tacoma Dome

Olympia area

LMNOP Kids consignment sale. Lots of deals on used kids’ clothing and gear. New location!

Olympia Pie Fest  Get a slice of pie from a local baker. Proceeds benefit the Thurston County Food Bank.

Captain Little presents The Peanuts Movie at Capitol Theater  Free for kids 12 and under; 8.00 general admission; doors open at 10:30

Olympia School District players present Honk! An Ugly Duckling Story

Visit the South Sound Estuarium interactive marine discovery! Open 11-4 weekends at their new location.  .

Visit the LOTT Wet Science Center    The center is free to visit.   Note that the link opens a detailed pdf

Gig Harbor/Kitsap

Friends of the Key Center Library used book sale

Sunday

Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief at the Pantages in Tacoma  You may want to check out this offer on Goldstar for half-off better seats.

 Leapin’ Lemurs at the Point Defiance Zoo  It’s a leap year celebration at the Point Defiance Zoo. Special lemur themed activities included with zoo admission. Note from SFM: Zoo admission does get spendy. We suggest investing in an annual pass unless you’re a Tacoma city resident and can take advantage of monthly free days. Read more of our best zoo tips here!

Western Fest at the Tacoma Art Museum Free community festival  cowboy themed activities, art and more

Olympia Family Theater presents Charlotte’s Web

Visit the South Sound Estuarium interactive marine discovery! Open 11-4 weekends at their new location.

Marvel Universe Live at the Tacoma Dome

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