Monday, May 28
Cruzin' to Colby Enjoy live entertainment, more than 70 vendors and a classic car show. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Colby Avenue and Hewitt Avenue, Downtown Everett.
Tuesday, May 29
Explore the Beach with Naturalists Join volunteer naturalists during low tide on the beach to learn about Puget Sound's multitude of marine plants and animals. Offered at several beaches on many dates through August. Today, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Carkeek Park (Broadview), South Alki Beach (West Seattle), Golden Gardens Park (Ballard), Lincoln Park (West Seattle), Seahurst Park (Burien), and Richmond Beach (Shoreline). See full schedule here.
Free Tuesday Movie Enjoy a free movie and refreshments on the last Tuesday afternoon each month. Today, Hunt for the Wilderpeople (PG) – a comedy about a kid on the run with his cantankerous foster uncle. 2:30 p.m. Central Branch Library, Downtown Seattle.
Wednesday, May 30
Seattle Humane's Pets in The Park The MaxMobile adoption van will be parked in Cal Anderson Park in the afternoon. Bring a bagged lunch, hang out with adoptable pets, and help an animal find a home. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cal Anderson Park, Seattle (Capitol Hill).
Writers in the Schools (WITS) Year‑End Reading & Celebration Elementary & middle school student writers share poems, stories, and memoirs created with the WITS program. 6 to 8 p.m. Central Branch Library, Downtown Seattle.
Young Readers Society Held on the last Wednesday of the month, readers ages 8 to 12 are invited to discuss a book with their peers. Parents not allowed. Today’s book, The Inquisitor's Tale by Adam Gidwitz. 6 to 7 p.m. Secret Garden Books, Seattle (Ballard).
Pajamas & Puppets Preschoolers and toddlers are invited to enjoy a puppet show along with stories, rhymes, and songs. 7 to 7:30 p.m. Northeast Branch Library, Seattle (Ravenna).
Thursday, May 31
Cascade Summer Stage Every Thursday throughout the summer, enjoy concerts featuring local musicians. 4 to 6 p.m. Cascade Playground, Seattle (South Lake Union).
Friday, June 1
Drag Queen Storytelling Enjoy a story with drag queen superstar Kara Sutra every Friday in June. 10 a.m. Westlake Park, Downtown Seattle.
Bite of Greece Enjoy authentic Greek food ($), music, dance and a marketplace. 4 to 10 pm June 1, 11 am to 10 pm June 2., noon to 6 pm June 3. Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption, Seattle (Capitol Hill).
HONK! Fest West Hundreds of musicians from U.S., Canada and Russia converge to make some noise with marching bands, drum corps, samba lines, street performers and more. 5 to 10 p.m. June 1 at 12th Avenue South in Georgetown; 1 to 6 p.m. June 2. at 16th Avenue South in White Center, 2 to 6 p.m. June 3 at Columbia Park in Columbia City. See schedule online. FREE, donations welcomed.
Free Sailing on the E-Scow Join Sail Sand Point for a free ride on the E-Scow sailboat every Friday from June through September. No experience necessary, all ages welcome. 5:30 p.m. Sail Sand Point, Seattle (Sand Point).
Saturday, June 2
FREE Volunteer Park Conservatory Step inside the conservatory for free on the first Thursday and Saturday of the month. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteer Park, Seattle (Capitol Hill).
Herb and Food Fair Learn about the endless uses of plants with educational speakers and workshops, cooking demonstrations, entertainment, food, vendors, guided walks and children’s activities. Limited parking ($5); free shuttle from Kenmore Park & Ride, 7346 N.E. Bothell Way, Bothell. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bastyr University, Kenmore.
PhinneyWood Pride Rainbow Hop Family-friendly celebration with activities and entertainment celebrating diversity and inclusiveness. See online for locations and times. 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Business district of Seattle’s Phinney Ridge/Greenwood neighborhoods.
Nature and Gardening Story Time Stories and activities that celebrate gardens, plants and nature for kids ages 3 to 8. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Elisabeth C. Miller Library, Center for Urban Horticulture, Seattle (U District).
Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival Explore the culture of the Philippines through live performances, arts, kids' activities and more. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 2-3. Seattle Center Armory, Seattle
Beacon Hill Festival Enjoy this annual community festival with food, vendors, performances, inflatables and more. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jefferson Community Center, Seattle (Beacon Hill).
Sunday, June 3
Bicycle Sundays The four-mile stretch of Lake Washington Boulevard between Mount Baker Beach and Seward Park is closed to motorized traffic several Sundays through September. Enjoy biking, jogging or strolling along the water. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Lake Washington Boulevard South (Mount Baker).
Sunday Public Sail Each Sunday, the Center for Wooden Boats offers free 45-minute rides on Lake Union. Set sail on one of the classic boats. Sign up for a slot in person, several trips throughout the day. Space is limited. Sign up begins at 10 a.m. Center for Wooden Boats (Lake Union).
See even more events on our Family Events Calendar! Searchable by age, location, and cost.
