Updated for 2019
Sticking around the South Sound for Spring Break?
Sounds Fun Mom is here to help with a round up fun things to do with the kids around Tacoma, Auburn, Puyallup, and every other part of the South Sound this week.
Scroll down for enough fun ideas to get you through a week and then some whether you have little or big kids! I do ask that you use the provided links in all our posts to double check details and times. During holiday/break weeks they do often change.
We have ideas by day and then some fun that works anytime!
All Week/Multiple Days
The Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium is doing special activities to celebrate the Pacific Seas Aquarium all month long Look for Mon/Wed Dives & Feeds, Tuesday Ocean Voices speakers, Storytelling Thursdays, Art Fridays and Weekend Wonders. Included with admission
The White River Valley Museum in Auburn is offering free admission during Auburn’s Spring Break from April 10-14. Stop by the Museum for scavenger hunts, pop-up stories and crafts, and a whole lot of fun! Open Wednesday – Sunday, 12pm – 4pm. Want to visit sooner? Admission is cheap every day, and this little gem is full of hands on fun great for young children. If you’ve never been, it’s well worth a playdate.
Kids deals at The Makery in Tacoma
Monday and Wednesday 10-2 kids paint free with the purchase of an adult 14×19 Sign
Friday 10-2 50% off your ENTIRE Open Paint Order Messy, loud fun!
Tiffany’s Skate Inn has specials this week
The Tacoma Rainiers home opener is the 9th with a series of home games following; this is a super kid friendly ballpark with a playground and wiffle ball area.
The Spring Fair begins April 11th!
Tuesday, April 9th
Leap Into Science – Balance at the Bonney Lake Library
Explore the concept of balance, both in our bodies and in our environments, using Leap Into Science, a program engineered with the Franklin Institute. 2-3pm
Insect Safari at the Summit Library Enjoy a rare opportunity to see many amazing preserved insect specimens up close. 3-4pm
Read to a Dog at the University Place Library Share a book with a furry friend while improving your reading skills. 4-5pm
Family Game Night with Host John McDonald at the Bonney Lake Library 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Play your favorite board game or learn a new one
Family program, all ages welcome. Presented by Music Center Northwest and KINGFM radio.
Curious what it’s like to hold a violin bow or try a clarinet? Now you and your family can find out! Come touch, hear and play many instruments.
Wednesday, April 10th
Let’s Play Show at Olympia Family Theater Short, daytime shows perfect for young audiences 10AM It’s old MacDonald today
Boredom Busters – Kites at the Parkland/Spanaway Library 3:30-5 Looking for something fun to do? Drop by the Library for an activity: books, art, building, games and more! This month we’ll make simple kites to enjoy in the spring weather.
Come to the library for an unstructured, creative play open-house. Stay for the entire event or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the bricks; you supply the imagination! Other building supplies and games will also be provided.
Wednesday Fun Day at the Moore Branch of the Tacoma Library 4-5:30pm
Drop in every Wednesday afternoon, between 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm, for a fun activity! Activities will vary each week, but will consist of Family Game Days, STEM activities, crafts and more!.
Thursday, April 11th
Let’s Play Show at Olympia Family Theater Short, daytime shows perfect for young audiences 10AM It’s old MacDonald today
The Spring Fair begins April 11th!
KaBOOM! Imagination Playground™ at the University Place Library 2-4pm It’s a moveable playground at the library!
Birds of Prey – The Falconer at the South Hill Library 2-4pm Join falconer John Prucich for an up-close learning adventure featuring live birds of prey. Discover how raptors live and how we can help them thrive in the wild.
Crafternoon at the Summit Library 2-4:30
Choose your own crafting adventure! Try sewing, paper circuits, Perler beads, duct tape and more. All ages; under 6 with an adult.
Friday April 12th and Beyond
Let’s Play Show at Olympia Family Theater Short, daytime shows perfect for young audiences 10AM It’s old MacDonald today
Designed to help you think like a scientist. Learn about balance with a variety of fun hands-on activities.
I don’t see the weekend list. You said it was one post down but I only see the post about Alan Yorke Park.
Did you find it? I think maybe you came by just before I published it. You can also email soundsfunmom@gmail.com if you’re ever having issues on the site. I hope you found something great to do!