This time of year you'll find lots of events that let family members bond as they enjoy a fun evening that's just for them. Plan ahead, though, because all of these events require pre-registration.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7
SEATTLE AREA
Daddy-Daughter Dance. Girls and their dads, uncles, grandfathers or other special adults are invited to enjoy a special night of dancing and refreshments. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $10 to $12 per couple, $5 professional photo. Pre-register. Renton Community Center, Renton. 425-430-6700. www.rentonwa.gov.
EASTSIDE
Daddy-Daughter Dance: Night of the Unicorn. Dads and their daughters ages 3 to 12 are invited to dress up and enjoy dancing, crafts and refreshments. Uncles, grandfathers and other special adults are welcome. 6 to 8:30 p.m. $30 to $36 per couple. Pre-register. Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community Center, Redmond. 425-556-2393. www.redmond.gov.
NORTH SOUND
Daddy-Daughter Dance. Wear your party best to this Valentine-themed dance. Includes a photo and refreshments. Grandpas, big brothers and other trusted male role models are welcome as escorts, too. 6 to 8:30 p.m. today and Saturday. Pre-registration required. $25, $6 additional daughter. Forest Park Floral Hall, Everett. 425-257-8300 ext. 2. www.ci.everett.wa.us/default.aspx?ID=2003.
SOUTH SOUND
Mom & Son Night: Tropical Magic. Moms and sons are invited to dress in Hawaiian shirts or other tropical attire and enjoy a magic show by Jeff Evans, refreshments, a limbo contest and other fun activities. 6:30 to 9 p.m. $25, $5 each additional son. Pre-registration required. Woodland Creek Community Park, Lacey. 360-491-0857. www.ci.lacey.wa.us.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8
SEATTLE AREA
Daddy & Daughter Valentine's Ball. Dance includes refreshments, a flower for each girl and photo. 5:30 to 7 p.m. or 7:30 to 9 p.m. $30 to $35 per couple, $6 additional daughter or father. Pre-register. Burien Community Center, Burien. 206-988-3700. www.burienparks.net.
EASTSIDE
Father-Daughter Valentine Dance. Dancing and refreshments for girls in grades one through five and their dads or other special adults. Photo packages available. 7 to 9:30 p.m. $20 per father/daughter(s) advance, $40 at the door (space permitting). Issaquah Community Center, Issaquah. 425-837-3300. www.ci.issaquah.wa.us.
NORTH SOUND
Father-Daughter Valentine's Dance. Enjoy dancing, refreshments and a photo. 5:30 to 7 p.m. or 7:30 to 9 p.m. $20 per couple, $5 each additional daughter. Pre-registration required. Cedarcrest Middle School, Marysville. 360-363-8400. www.marysvillewa.gov.
Daddy-Daughter Dance. Get dressed up for a night of dancing complete with a live DJ and light refreshments. Grandpas, uncles or other male role models are welcome to escort. All ages welcome. Professional photos available (cash or check only). 6:30 to 8 p.m. $25 per couple, $5 each additional daughter. Pre-registration required. Edmonds Senior Center, Edmonds. 425-771-0230. www.edmondswa.gov.
SOUTH SOUND
Daddy & Daughter Princesses in Paradise Ball. Dance to fun music and meet grown up princesses like Ariel, Tiana, Jasmine and Belle. Activities, refreshments and more. Ages 6 and younger 3 to 5 p.m.; 6:30 to 9 p.m. is all ages with a tropical theme (without princesses). $25 per couple, $5 additional daughter, $10 professional photo. Pre-registration required. Lacey Community Center, Lacey. 360-491-0857. www.ci.lacey.wa.us.
Daddy-Daughter Dance. Enjoy dancing, refreshments and professional photos. 6 to 8:30 p.m. $20 to $24 per couple, $7 to $10 additional daughter. Pre-registration required. Pioneer Park Pavilion, Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21
SOUTH SOUND
Daddy-Daughter Date Night. Dads and their daughters ages 4 to 10 are invited to enjoy a catered dinner with dessert, dancing and other fun activities. The event includes a professional 5×7 photo and party favor. Uncles, grandpas and other special adults welcome. 6:30 to 9 p.m. today and Saturday. $45 to $57, additional daughters $10 to $13. Pre-registration required. Auburn Senior Activity Center, Auburn. 253-931-3043. www.auburnwa.gov.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22
NORTH SOUND
Father-Daughter Dance. Dads and their daughters ages 3 to 13 will enjoy dancing, refreshments and photo opportunities. Grandpas, uncles and other role models welcome. 5 to 7 p.m. or 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (takes place again on Saturday, March 1). $10 per person. Pre-registration recommended. Lynnwood Recreation Center, Lynnwood. 425-670-5732. https://lynnwoodtoday.com.
SOUTH SOUND
Daddy-Daughter Dance. Enjoy an all-ages dance for fathers and daughters. Professional photos available. 7 to 9 p.m. $18, $7 each additional daughter. Pre-registration required. Sprinker Recreation Center, Tacoma. 253-798-4000. www.piercecountywa.org/parks.
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
SEATTLE AREA
Daddy-Daughter Dinner: Under the Big Top. Enjoy dinner, dancing, performances and more. 6 to 10 p.m. $60 dad and daughter, $70 with two daughters, $80 with three daughters. Pre-register. Ballard Community Center, Seattle (Ballard). 206-684-4093. www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/Ballard.htm.
NORTH SOUND
Father-Daughter Dance. Dads and their daughters ages 3 to 13 will enjoy dancing, refreshments and photo opportunities. Grandpas, uncles and other role models welcome. 5 to 7 p.m. or 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. $10 per person. Pre-registration recommended. Lynnwood Recreation Center, Lynnwood. 425-670-5732. https://lynnwoodtoday.com.