seattle
kidz
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2026 october

seattle + nearby cities // share a family activity!

prices include advance / door rates and donations when announced. notaflof = no one turned away for lack of funds. access details are on each event’s page. check the source for updates!

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oct 18 (sun)

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• : Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 3+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // Manual Cinema brings Mo Willems’ stories about Leonardo and Sam to the stage with illustrated paper puppets, furry monsters, live music and live cinematic effects. A gentle story of an unsuccessful monster discovering friendship. In Charlotte Martin Theatre; content is aimed at children ages 3 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 45 minutes with no intermission. Choose tickets for this exact performance on the theatre’s site. // PRICE: Value seats $30 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : I’ll Be Your Superhero @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 8+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // José Casas’ play follows ten-year-old Xavier and his Marine-veteran uncle as a shared love of superheroes helps them navigate a new life together and an adventure to Comic Con. Directed by Dámaso Rodríguez as part of the BIPOC Superhero Project. In Eve Alvord Theatre; content is aimed at ages 8 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 65 minutes with no intermission; the theatre provides content guidance for families. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : FRACTURE! Matheatre Haunted House — Before Dark @ Pacific Science Center (Family-friendly; all ages), Seattle Center, seattle // A family version of Matheatre’s interactive experience blending a haunted house, live theatre and an escape room at Pacific Science Center. The organizer identifies Before Dark as suitable for all ages and families. Choose a timed entry between 1pm and 3:40pm; this listing covers the 1–4pm family session, rather than the separate, more frightening After Dark program. // PRICE: $10–$40 sliding scale + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 3+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // Manual Cinema brings Mo Willems’ stories about Leonardo and Sam to the stage with illustrated paper puppets, furry monsters, live music and live cinematic effects. A gentle story of an unsuccessful monster discovering friendship. In Charlotte Martin Theatre; content is aimed at children ages 3 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 45 minutes with no intermission. Choose tickets for this exact performance on the theatre’s site. // PRICE: Value seats $30 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : I’ll Be Your Superhero @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 8+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // José Casas’ play follows ten-year-old Xavier and his Marine-veteran uncle as a shared love of superheroes helps them navigate a new life together and an adventure to Comic Con. Directed by Dámaso Rodríguez as part of the BIPOC Superhero Project. In Eve Alvord Theatre; content is aimed at ages 8 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 65 minutes with no intermission; the theatre provides content guidance for families. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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oct 19 (mon)

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• : Kaleidoscope Play & Learn / Caleidoscopio Juega y Aprende @ The Seattle Public Library — Delridge Branch, seattle // Spanish-English stories, singing, crafts and toy play for children ages 0–5 with their caregivers. Adults stay with children; this is not a drop-off program. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Toddler Play Group @ The Seattle Public Library — Green Lake Branch, seattle // Drop-in play, books and learning activities for toddlers ages 1–3 and their families. No registration; room capacity may fill quickly. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Family Story Time @ The Seattle Public Library — Montlake Branch, seattle // Stories, singing and early learning for ages 0–5 and their families. Meeting room opens at 10am for the 10:30am program. No registration; space is limited. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : La Hora de Cuentos Familiares @ The Seattle Public Library — Central Library, seattle // Spanish-language stories, singing and early learning for children ages 0–5 and their families. In the children’s area. No registration; capacity may fill quickly. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +

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oct 20 (tue)

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• : Family Story Time @ The Seattle Public Library — Queen Anne Branch, seattle // Morning stories, singing and early learning for children ages 0–5 with their families. No registration; room capacity may fill quickly. Check the announcement for entrance details. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Family Story Time @ The Seattle Public Library — Northeast Branch, seattle // Stories, singing and early learning for children ages 0–5 and their families in the children’s area. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Kaleidoscope Play & Learn / Caleidoscopio Juega y Aprende @ The Seattle Public Library — Lake City Branch, seattle // English-Spanish stories, singing, crafts and play for children ages 0–5 with caregivers. Adults remain with children; this is not a drop-off program. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Kaleidoscope Play & Learn / 万花筒游戏和学习 / 萬花筒遊戲和學習 @ The Seattle Public Library — Beacon Hill Branch, seattle // English-Mandarin stories, singing, crafts and toy play for children ages 0–5 with caregivers. Adults stay with children; this is not a drop-off program. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Preschool Story Time @ The Seattle Public Library — South Park Branch, seattle // Stories, singing and early learning for preschoolers ages 3–5 and their families. No registration; room capacity may fill quickly. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Brick Buddies @ The Seattle Public Library — NewHolly Branch, seattle // Drop-in building play with LEGO and other construction sets. Intended for ages 3–10 with caregivers and families; families of other ages are welcome. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Baby Story Time @ The Seattle Public Library — Rainier Beach Branch, seattle // Stories, singing and early learning for babies from birth to 18 months and their families. No registration; room capacity may fill quickly. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Learning Buddies @ The Seattle Public Library — South Park Branch, seattle // Elementary-school children read with high-school mentors and play learning games. Snacks and prizes are provided. Drop in; places are first come, first served. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Toddler Play Group @ The Seattle Public Library — Magnolia Branch, seattle // Drop-in books, toys and early learning for toddlers ages 1–3 and their families. No registration; room capacity may fill quickly. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Arts & Crafts: Artist Playground @ The Seattle Public Library — Broadview Branch, seattle // Open art play exploring techniques and modern art, intended for ages 5–11 and families. Activities may be messy. Younger children need an adult with them. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Kids Make & Build @ The Seattle Public Library — Northgate Branch, seattle // A making session for children ages 5–12, with materials supplied for building and crafts. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Family CRAFT-ernoon: Spooky Crafts @ The Seattle Public Library — NewHolly Branch, seattle // Seasonal crafts, games, treats and photo activities for children ages 3+ and their caregivers. Costumes are encouraged. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Día de los Muertos: Calaveritas de azúcar metálicas / Day of the Dead: Metal Sugar Skulls @ The Seattle Public Library — South Park Branch, seattle // A Día de los Muertos art session with local artist Amaranta Sandys, presented in English and Spanish. Designed for ages 10+. No registration. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +

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oct 21 (wed)

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• : Storytime for Kids — Island Books @ Island Books, mercer island // A read-aloud with an Island Books bookseller for children and families. The store is on Mercer Island, a nearby city, at 3014 78th Ave SE. // PRICE: check source + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Toddler Reading Time — Paper Boat Booksellers @ Paper Boat Booksellers (Toddlers with families), West Seattle Junction, seattle // A short, playful storytime for toddlers and their grown-ups at Paper Boat Booksellers in the West Seattle Junction, with stories suited to short attention spans. // PRICE: check source + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +

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oct 23 (fri)

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• : Family Story Time @ The Seattle Public Library — Capitol Hill Branch (Ages 0–5 and their families), Capitol Hill, seattle // Stories, songs and playful early-learning activities for children ages 0–5 and their families at Capitol Hill Branch. Free; registration is not required. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : FRACTURE! Matheatre Haunted House — Before Dark @ Pacific Science Center (Family-friendly; all ages), Seattle Center, seattle // A family version of Matheatre’s interactive experience blending a haunted house, live theatre and an escape room at Pacific Science Center. The organizer identifies Before Dark as suitable for all ages and families. Choose a timed entry between 1pm and 3:40pm; this listing covers the 1–4pm family session, rather than the separate, more frightening After Dark program. // PRICE: $10–$40 sliding scale + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Teen K-pop Club @ The Seattle Public Library — Ballard Branch (Teens), Ballard, seattle // A meeting-room club for teens to listen, watch and discuss K-pop. Free; registration is not required. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 3+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // Manual Cinema brings Mo Willems’ stories about Leonardo and Sam to the stage with illustrated paper puppets, furry monsters, live music and live cinematic effects. A gentle story of an unsuccessful monster discovering friendship. In Charlotte Martin Theatre; content is aimed at children ages 3 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 45 minutes with no intermission. Choose tickets for this exact performance on the theatre’s site. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Montlake Fall Fest @ Montlake Community Center (Recommended ages 2–12), Montlake, seattle // A family carnival with games, a seasonal craft, face painting, a cupcake walk and a tot bounce-house/toy area. Recommended ages 2–12. Child wristbands cost $8 in advance or $10 at the door; adult chaperones are free. Register each participating child separately. // PRICE: $8 advance / $10 at door per child; adults free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Magnuson Haunted House @ Magnuson Community Center (Ages 11+), Magnuson Park, seattle // A walk through dark, winding community-center hallways with a ghost-and-ghoul theme. The organizer describes a frightening experience and sets a minimum age of 11; this is not identified as a toddler activity. Tickets are $7 and advance enrollment is offered. // PRICE: $7 + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Bounce and Swim @ Green Lake Community Center & Evans Pool (Ages 1+), Green Lake, seattle // Carnival games and bounce houses at Green Lake Community Center, with a family pumpkin swim at Evans Pool from 7–8pm. Bring swimsuits and towels for the swim. Canned-food donations are collected for local food banks. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Pumpkin Swim — Helene Madison Pool @ Helene Madison Pool, Haller Lake, seattle // A Halloween-season pumpkin swim at Helene Madison Pool, announced by Seattle Parks. Check the pool’s swim-supervision requirements before attending. // PRICE: $4 + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +

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oct 24 (sat)

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• : Family and Me: Glassblowing (Ages 13+) @ Pratt Fine Arts Center (Age 13+ with an accompanying adult), Central District, seattle // Learn to gather molten glass and make a paperweight, with an introductory demonstration followed by hands-on practice. Registration covers a pair: one student age 13 or older and one accompanying adult. No prior experience is needed. Tuition is $260 per pair plus a $60 supply fee; select members receive reduced tuition. Advance registration is required and class size is limited. // PRICE: $260 per pair + $60 supplies; member rates available + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Singing and Stories with Nancy Stewart @ Island Books (Especially ages 1–4 and their families), mercer island // Singer-songwriter Nancy Stewart shares songs and stories at Island Books, especially for children ages 1–4. Her Sing With Our Kids project focuses on songs and early learning for young children and their adults. Island Books is in the nearby city of Mercer Island. // PRICE: check source + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Kid’s Story Time — Couth Buzzard @ The Couth Buzzard (Children and their families), Greenwood, seattle // Music, stories and art projects for children and their grown-ups at the Greenwood bookstore/cafe. The program runs 10–10:30am, followed by time to continue art projects and socialize with other families until 10:45am. // PRICE: check source + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Toddler Play Group @ The Seattle Public Library — Ballard Branch (Toddlers and their families), Ballard, seattle // Drop-in play for toddlers and their families in the Ballard Branch meeting room. Free; registration is not required. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 3+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // Manual Cinema brings Mo Willems’ stories about Leonardo and Sam to the stage with illustrated paper puppets, furry monsters, live music and live cinematic effects. A gentle story of an unsuccessful monster discovering friendship. In Charlotte Martin Theatre; content is aimed at children ages 3 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 45 minutes with no intermission. Choose tickets for this exact performance on the theatre’s site. This is the designated ASL interpreted, audio described and sensory-friendly performance. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Family Reading Time — Paper Boat Booksellers @ Paper Boat Booksellers (Children and families), West Seattle Junction, seattle // Stories for slightly older young readers and their families to enjoy together at Paper Boat Booksellers in the West Seattle Junction. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Jefferson Halloween Carnival @ Jefferson Community Center Gym (All ages), seattle // Family carnival games and Halloween activities; costumes are encouraged. The organizer lists unlimited openings, but online registration is unavailable and directs visitors to the community center for registration information. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : FRACTURE! Matheatre Haunted House — Before Dark @ Pacific Science Center (Family-friendly; all ages), Seattle Center, seattle // A family version of Matheatre’s interactive experience blending a haunted house, live theatre and an escape room at Pacific Science Center. The organizer identifies Before Dark as suitable for all ages and families. Choose a timed entry between 1pm and 3:40pm; this listing covers the 1–4pm family session, rather than the separate, more frightening After Dark program. // PRICE: $10–$40 sliding scale + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Family and Me: Glass Fusing (Ages 9+) @ Pratt Fine Arts Center (Age 9+ with an accompanying adult), Central District, seattle // Collaborate on small kiln-glass artworks using colored glass sheets, powders and other glass materials. Registration covers a pair: one student age 9 or older and one accompanying adult. No prior experience is needed. Tuition is $260 per pair plus a $10 supply fee; select members receive reduced tuition. Advance registration is required and class size is limited. // PRICE: $260 per pair + $10 supplies; member rates available + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : I’ll Be Your Superhero @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 8+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // José Casas’ play follows ten-year-old Xavier and his Marine-veteran uncle as a shared love of superheroes helps them navigate a new life together and an adventure to Comic Con. Directed by Dámaso Rodríguez as part of the BIPOC Superhero Project. In Eve Alvord Theatre; content is aimed at ages 8 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 65 minutes with no intermission; the theatre provides content guidance for families. This is the designated ASL interpreted, audio described and sensory-friendly performance. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Rainier Beach Harvest Fest @ Rainier Beach Community Center (Ages 5–18), Rainier Beach, seattle // A free seasonal community-center celebration for children and teens ages 5–18. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 3+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // Manual Cinema brings Mo Willems’ stories about Leonardo and Sam to the stage with illustrated paper puppets, furry monsters, live music and live cinematic effects. A gentle story of an unsuccessful monster discovering friendship. In Charlotte Martin Theatre; content is aimed at children ages 3 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 45 minutes with no intermission. Choose tickets for this exact performance on the theatre’s site. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Trail or Treat @ Camp Long (Families; all ages), West Seattle, seattle // A free seasonal Trail or Treat outing at Camp Long, announced by Seattle Parks. Follow the organizer’s directions at the park for the activity location. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Magnuson Haunted House @ Magnuson Community Center (Ages 11+), Magnuson Park, seattle // A walk through dark, winding community-center hallways with a ghost-and-ghoul theme. The organizer describes a frightening experience and sets a minimum age of 11; this is not identified as a toddler activity. Tickets are $7 and advance enrollment is offered. // PRICE: $7 + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : I’ll Be Your Superhero @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 8+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // José Casas’ play follows ten-year-old Xavier and his Marine-veteran uncle as a shared love of superheroes helps them navigate a new life together and an adventure to Comic Con. Directed by Dámaso Rodríguez as part of the BIPOC Superhero Project. In Eve Alvord Theatre; content is aimed at ages 8 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 65 minutes with no intermission; the theatre provides content guidance for families. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Big Pumpkin Bash @ Bitter Lake Community Center (Families; all ages), Bitter Lake, seattle // A free Halloween-season community celebration at Bitter Lake Community Center, listed by Seattle Parks among its family events. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +

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oct 25 (sun)

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• : Fossil Finders: Fossil Fashion @ Burke Museum, seattle // Five drop-in fossil stations for ages 3–8, with costume crafts, a photo booth, fossil touch activities and microfossil sorting. Skeleton storytimes are at 10:30am and noon. Bring a costume or make one at the museum. // PRICE: $24 general; $16 ages 4–14/non-UW students; $22 seniors 62+; ≤3/members free. Admission included. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 3+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // Manual Cinema brings Mo Willems’ stories about Leonardo and Sam to the stage with illustrated paper puppets, furry monsters, live music and live cinematic effects. A gentle story of an unsuccessful monster discovering friendship. In Charlotte Martin Theatre; content is aimed at children ages 3 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 45 minutes with no intermission. Choose tickets for this exact performance on the theatre’s site. // PRICE: Value seats $30 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : The Museum of Fright @ The Museum of Flight (Families; costume admission offer ages 17 and under), Boeing Field, seattle // A museum-wide family Halloween day with arts and crafts, face painting, a planetarium show, math activities, mad-science demonstrations and live 8-Bit Brass Band sets. Family workshops run 10am–2:30pm; band sets are 11:30am and 1pm. Visitors age 17 and under in costume receive free admission; other guests use regular admission or museum membership. Check the museum’s costume policy. // PRICE: Costumed ≤17 free; adult $29 / youth 5–17 $21 / senior 65+ $25; ≤4 & members free. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : West Seattle Harvest Festival @ West Seattle Junction, seattle // A neighborhood family festival with a marching-band costume parade, Seattle Thrillers dance performance, trick-or-treating along California Avenue, pie-eating contests for children and adults, and a food-bank chili cook-off. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : I’ll Be Your Superhero @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 8+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // José Casas’ play follows ten-year-old Xavier and his Marine-veteran uncle as a shared love of superheroes helps them navigate a new life together and an adventure to Comic Con. Directed by Dámaso Rodríguez as part of the BIPOC Superhero Project. In Eve Alvord Theatre; content is aimed at ages 8 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 65 minutes with no intermission; the theatre provides content guidance for families. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Tot Halloween Crafts and Cookies @ Bitter Lake Community Center (Ages 9 months–5 years; adult required), Bitter Lake, seattle // Instructor-led festive crafts and treats for young children, with all materials provided. For ages 9 months through 5 years, with an accompanying adult. The $10 fee covers a family; advance enrollment is offered. // PRICE: $10 per family + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 3+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // Manual Cinema brings Mo Willems’ stories about Leonardo and Sam to the stage with illustrated paper puppets, furry monsters, live music and live cinematic effects. A gentle story of an unsuccessful monster discovering friendship. In Charlotte Martin Theatre; content is aimed at children ages 3 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 45 minutes with no intermission. Choose tickets for this exact performance on the theatre’s site. // PRICE: Value seats $30 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : I’ll Be Your Superhero @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 8+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // José Casas’ play follows ten-year-old Xavier and his Marine-veteran uncle as a shared love of superheroes helps them navigate a new life together and an adventure to Comic Con. Directed by Dámaso Rodríguez as part of the BIPOC Superhero Project. In Eve Alvord Theatre; content is aimed at ages 8 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 65 minutes with no intermission; the theatre provides content guidance for families. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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oct 26 (mon)

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• : Teen Pumpkin Painting @ Hiawatha Community Center (Ages 12–18), Admiral / West Seattle, seattle // Paint pumpkins in Hiawatha Community Center’s Teen Room with peer ideas and support. There is no formal instruction. Registration is required; the program is for ages 12–18. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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oct 27 (tue)

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• : Animal Ofrenda @ Woodland Park Zoo (Families), Phinney Ridge / Woodland Park, seattle // Remember beloved pets and animals at Woodland Park Zoo’s Día de Muertos ofrenda in Briar Oak. The zoo announces family activities including paper-frame decorating and themed coloring. Visitors may contribute photographs, drawings or tributes; contributed items will not be returned. Admission or membership is required, and photo-printing assistance is offered only at times the zoo announces separately. // PRICE: Zoo admission or membership required + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Toddler Pumpkin Palooza @ Laurelhurst Community Center (Ages 1–5), Laurelhurst, seattle // Halloween games, music and treats for ages 1–5, with age-focused activities and access to the toddler playroom. Costumes are encouraged. Preregistration is required; the booking record lists an October 26 registration deadline. // PRICE: $9 per child + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Family CRAFT-ernoon @ The Seattle Public Library — Capitol Hill Branch (Families), Capitol Hill, seattle // Families are invited to make simple crafts in the Capitol Hill Branch meeting room. Free; registration is not required. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Trash or Treat — Ship Canal family cleanup @ Puget Soundkeeper — cleanup meeting point (Families welcome), North Queen Anne / Ship Canal, seattle // Join Puget Soundkeeper and the Surfrider Foundation for a costume-themed community cleanup along the Ship Canal Trail in North Queen Anne. The announcement explicitly welcomes families, friends and pets, with treats, beverages and a costume contest. The registration page confirms the meeting point at the Soundkeeper offices, 130 Nickerson St, Suite 107. Free; register in advance and review the organizer’s participation and waiver requirements before attending. // PRICE: Free; advance registration required + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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oct 28 (wed)

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• : Animal Ofrenda @ Woodland Park Zoo (Families), Phinney Ridge / Woodland Park, seattle // Remember beloved pets and animals at Woodland Park Zoo’s Día de Muertos ofrenda in Briar Oak. The zoo announces family activities including paper-frame decorating and themed coloring. Visitors may contribute photographs, drawings or tributes; contributed items will not be returned. Admission or membership is required, and photo-printing assistance is offered only at times the zoo announces separately. // PRICE: Zoo admission or membership required + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Costume Crawl Tot Gym @ Garfield Community Center (1 month to under 6 years), seattle // A costume-themed toddler gym with seasonal crafts and snacks for children from 1 month to under 6 years. Unlimited openings were listed at review; online registration is unavailable, so check with the community center for registration information. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Storytime for Kids — Island Books @ Island Books, mercer island // A read-aloud with an Island Books bookseller for children and families. The store is on Mercer Island, a nearby city, at 3014 78th Ave SE. // PRICE: check source + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Bilingual Toddler Story Time / Hora de cuentos bilingüe para niños pequeños @ The Seattle Public Library — Ballard Branch (Ages 1–3 and their families), Ballard, seattle // Songs, stories and music in English and Spanish for ages 1–3 and their families. In the Ballard Branch meeting room. Free; registration is not required. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Toddler Reading Time — Paper Boat Booksellers @ Paper Boat Booksellers (Toddlers with families), West Seattle Junction, seattle // A short, playful storytime for toddlers and their grown-ups at Paper Boat Booksellers in the West Seattle Junction, with stories suited to short attention spans. // PRICE: check source + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Game On for Teens! Role-playing game (RPG) @ The Seattle Public Library — Ballard Branch (Teens), Ballard, seattle // Teens can join a tabletop role-playing game in the Ballard Branch meeting room. Free; registration is not required. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +

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oct 29 (thu)

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• : Toddler Halloween Festival @ South Park Community Center (Ages 0–5), South Park, seattle // A free Halloween festival at South Park Community Center for children from birth through age 5. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Tot Carnival @ Queen Anne Community Center Gym (Ages 3–6), seattle // A mini Halloween carnival with games and treats for ages 3–6. Costumes are optional and encouraged. The registration page lists unlimited openings and an enrollment option. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Animal Ofrenda @ Woodland Park Zoo (Families), Phinney Ridge / Woodland Park, seattle // Remember beloved pets and animals at Woodland Park Zoo’s Día de Muertos ofrenda in Briar Oak. The zoo announces family activities including paper-frame decorating and themed coloring. Visitors may contribute photographs, drawings or tributes; contributed items will not be returned. Admission or membership is required, and photo-printing assistance is offered only at times the zoo announces separately. // PRICE: Zoo admission or membership required + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Pumpkin Palooza — High Point @ High Point Community Center (Ages 1–12), High Point / West Seattle, seattle // A free seasonal Pumpkin Palooza at High Point Community Center, intended for children ages 1–12. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : For the Love of Bats — Woodland Park Zoo @ Woodland Park Zoo (Families/Public; no specific age stated), Phinney Ridge / Woodland Park, seattle // A free evening discussion about the West’s flying mammals with author Niki Desautels, Woodland Park Zoo conservation manager Katie Remine and Bats Northwest volunteer Katie Lundi. Explore bat biology, habitats, community science and conservation, followed by a book signing. Discussion runs 7–8pm; signing is 8–8:30pm. The zoo categorizes this as Families/Public; it is a talk rather than a young-child play program, and no recommended age is stated. Advance registration is required and space is limited. Meet at the zoo Auditorium and park in the Lion Lot; the map marks the zoo campus. // PRICE: Free; advance registration required + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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oct 30 (fri)

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• : Animal Ofrenda @ Woodland Park Zoo (Families), Phinney Ridge / Woodland Park, seattle // Remember beloved pets and animals at Woodland Park Zoo’s Día de Muertos ofrenda in Briar Oak. The zoo announces family activities including paper-frame decorating and themed coloring. Visitors may contribute photographs, drawings or tributes; contributed items will not be returned. Admission or membership is required, and photo-printing assistance is offered only at times the zoo announces separately. // PRICE: Zoo admission or membership required + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Family Story Time @ The Seattle Public Library — Capitol Hill Branch (Ages 0–5 and their families), Capitol Hill, seattle // Stories, songs and playful early-learning activities for children ages 0–5 and their families at Capitol Hill Branch. Free; registration is not required. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Teen Event: Halloween Party @ Miller Community Center (Ages 12–15), Capitol Hill, seattle // A teen costume contest, games, small prizes, music, arts and crafts, and food in the Miller Community Center Teen Room. Costumes are encouraged but optional. For ages 12–15. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 3+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // Manual Cinema brings Mo Willems’ stories about Leonardo and Sam to the stage with illustrated paper puppets, furry monsters, live music and live cinematic effects. A gentle story of an unsuccessful monster discovering friendship. In Charlotte Martin Theatre; content is aimed at children ages 3 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 45 minutes with no intermission. Choose tickets for this exact performance on the theatre’s site. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Creepy Carnival for Kids @ Garfield Community Center (Ages 13 and under), seattle // Garfield Community Center’s free Halloween carnival for children age 13 and younger. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Hiawatha Halloween Carnival @ Hiawatha Community Center (Families; all ages), Admiral / West Seattle, seattle // A free family Halloween carnival at Hiawatha Community Center. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Pumpkin Palooza — International District/Chinatown @ International District/Chinatown Community Center (Families; all ages), Chinatown–International District, seattle // A free family Pumpkin Palooza at International District/Chinatown Community Center. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : I’ll Be Your Superhero @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 8+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // José Casas’ play follows ten-year-old Xavier and his Marine-veteran uncle as a shared love of superheroes helps them navigate a new life together and an adventure to Comic Con. Directed by Dámaso Rodríguez as part of the BIPOC Superhero Project. In Eve Alvord Theatre; content is aimed at ages 8 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 65 minutes with no intermission; the theatre provides content guidance for families. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Ballard Halloween Carnival @ Ballard Community Center (Families; all ages), Ballard, seattle // A family Halloween carnival in the Ballard Community Center gym with crafts, games, prizes and food. Costumes are encouraged. Advance enrollment is offered. // PRICE: $10 + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Halloween Bash at the Heights @ Loyal Heights Community Center (All ages), Loyal Heights, seattle // Carnival games, music, challenges and other Halloween activities in the Loyal Heights Community Center gym. Wear a costume and bring a bag for goodies. Food is sold separately, and wristband proceeds support center scholarships. // PRICE: $12 + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Monster Splash Swim @ Meadowbrook Pool, Meadowbrook, seattle // A seasonal swim at Meadowbrook Pool. Admission is free; nonperishable food donations for the food bank are appreciated but not required. Check the pool’s swim-supervision requirements before attending. // PRICE: Free; optional food-bank donation + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +

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oct 31 (sat)

🌎 + take care of each other!
• : Animal Ofrenda @ Woodland Park Zoo (Families), Phinney Ridge / Woodland Park, seattle // Remember beloved pets and animals at Woodland Park Zoo’s Día de Muertos ofrenda in Briar Oak. The zoo announces family activities including paper-frame decorating and themed coloring. Visitors may contribute photographs, drawings or tributes; contributed items will not be returned. Admission or membership is required, and photo-printing assistance is offered only at times the zoo announces separately. // PRICE: Zoo admission or membership required + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Pumpkin Bash @ Woodland Park Zoo (Families; child admission offer ages 12 and under), Phinney Ridge / Woodland Park, seattle // A family Halloween outing with trick-or-treating, a mascot-led costume parade, activities for young visitors in Boo-mazium, and autumn enrichment treats for zoo animals. Costumes are encouraged. One child age 12 or younger is admitted free with each full-priced adult ticket. Activities are included with zoo admission or membership. // PRICE: Zoo admission; one child ≤12 free per full-price adult + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Singing and Stories with Nancy Stewart @ Island Books (Especially ages 1–4 and their families), mercer island // Singer-songwriter Nancy Stewart shares songs and stories at Island Books, especially for children ages 1–4. Her Sing With Our Kids project focuses on songs and early learning for young children and their adults. Island Books is in the nearby city of Mercer Island. // PRICE: check source + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Kid’s Story Time — Couth Buzzard @ The Couth Buzzard (Children and their families), Greenwood, seattle // Music, stories and art projects for children and their grown-ups at the Greenwood bookstore/cafe. The program runs 10–10:30am, followed by time to continue art projects and socialize with other families until 10:45am. // PRICE: check source + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Toddler Play Group @ The Seattle Public Library — Ballard Branch (Toddlers and their families), Ballard, seattle // Drop-in play for toddlers and their families in the Ballard Branch meeting room. Free; registration is not required. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Día de Muertos Festival Seattle @ Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall (All ages), seattle // A family cultural celebration with performances, memorial altars, face painting, sugar-skull workshops and visual art. Open 11am–6pm on both festival days. Check the source for performance times. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster @ Seattle Children’s Theatre (Recommended ages 3+; all ages welcome), Seattle Center, seattle // Manual Cinema brings Mo Willems’ stories about Leonardo and Sam to the stage with illustrated paper puppets, furry monsters, live music and live cinematic effects. A gentle story of an unsuccessful monster discovering friendship. In Charlotte Martin Theatre; content is aimed at children ages 3 and older, with all ages welcome. Approximately 45 minutes with no intermission. Choose tickets for this exact performance on the theatre’s site. // PRICE: Value seats $26 each (adults & children; includes $6 fees); other seating tiers vary. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Halloween Spooktacular!: Seattle Symphony / Tengku Irfan / Joseph Adam @ Benaroya Hall — S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium (Designed for ages 6–12; all ages welcome), Downtown, seattle // Seattle Symphony, conductor Tengku Irfan and organist Joseph Adam present a morning of spooky orchestral music and family Halloween fun. Designed for ages 6–12, with children of all ages welcome; every attendee, including babies, needs a concert ticket. Free crafts and instrument discovery begin at 10am in the Grand Lobby. The concert lasts approximately 50 minutes; costumes are welcome. // PRICE: Online: youth/senior $27; adult $42 (includes $7/$9 fees respectively). Babies also need tickets. + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Family Reading Time — Paper Boat Booksellers @ Paper Boat Booksellers (Children and families), West Seattle Junction, seattle // Stories for slightly older young readers and their families to enjoy together at Paper Boat Booksellers in the West Seattle Junction. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Hunger Goblin’ Trick or Treat & Food Drive @ Greenwood Avenue trick-or-treat route (Children and families), Phinney Ridge / Greenwood, seattle // Dress up the kids for daytime trick-or-treating at participating Greenwood Avenue businesses between N 67th and N 87th streets. Look for participation signs in windows. The neighborhood food drive supports FamilyWorks and the Phinney Ridge Lutheran Community Food Pantry. The pin marks N 77th Street on the walking route, rather than an event check-in. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Hilloween Carnival @ AIDS Memorial Pathway Plaza (Children and families of all ages), Capitol Hill, seattle // Capitol Hill’s free family Halloween carnival returns to AIDS Memorial Pathway Plaza at Broadway and Denny. Includes arts and crafts, carnival games, face painting, drag spooky storytime with Aleksa Manila, magician Joe Black and a Chaotic Noise Marching Corps set. The organizer also announces Pike/Pine trick-or-treating 11am–1pm starting at Chophouse Row and Broadway trick-or-treating 4–6pm starting at the plaza. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Fremont Trick or Treat @ Fremont trick-or-treat route (Families), Fremont, seattle // Celebrate Halloween with candy and costumes at participating Fremont businesses. Use the Fremont Chamber’s published map to plan a walking route; it includes Ophelia’s Books and other neighborhood stops. There is no single required starting point. The calendar pin uses the verified Ophelia’s Books location as a route reference, rather than a central check-in. // PRICE: check tickets + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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• : Trick or Treat on the Ave — Queen Anne @ Queen Anne Avenue trick-or-treat route, Queen Anne, seattle // Neighborhood trick-or-treating along Queen Anne Avenue, announced by Queen Anne Book Company. Seattle Thrillers Dance Group performs at 4:45pm at Queen Anne Towne Square, 1920 Queen Anne Ave N, with a costume contest immediately afterward. The map marks that public performance reference point; follow participating businesses along the avenue. No price or specific age range is stated. // PRICE: check source + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
• : Trick or Treat in Ballard @ Downtown Ballard trick-or-treat route (Children ages 12 and under with families), Ballard, seattle // Costumed children age 12 and under can collect treats from participating downtown Ballard businesses. The organizer suggests starting around NW Market Street, 22nd Ave NW and Ballard Ave NW, then following its participating-business map. Pet-friendly and held rain or shine. The map pin marks the suggested public intersection, not the Ballard Alliance office. // PRICE: Free + ICAL + GCAL + MAP +
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