Hey there, families, and welcome to Erika’s Picks. For years, I’ve been looking for the best family-friendly events happening each weekend around the greater Seattle area. Whether you’re looking to explore a new park, attend a fun workshop, or catch a local performance, I’ve got you covered. Each week, I’ll share my handpicked activities that will keep the little ones entertained, engaged, and maybe even learning something new. So, grab your calendar, gather up your crew, and get ready for a fun-filled weekend! Let’s dive into Seattle family events this weekend, February 6 – 8, 2026.
Celebrate Tet
- Date: Friday, February 6 – Sunday, February 8; 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Location: Little Saigon Creative
- Cost: TBD
All ages can experience Tết and Vietnamese culture in the heart of Seattle’s Vietnamese community during this multi-day festival at the Little Saigon Creative. In Vietnamese culture, Tết, or Lunar New Year, symbolizes renewal, family, and cultural identity. Come celebrate the year of the snake with a music night, Lunar New Year Market, and a Bánh Tét Workshop.
Little Beats
- Date: Saturday, February 7; 11 a.m.
- Location: Pioneer Hall, Madison Park
- Cost: Tickets are $5 per person at the door
Presented by Friends of Madison Park and Parkshore, Little Beats is a kids’ concert series featuring amazing, local musical acts on the first Saturday of each month from October to March. These concerts are a fun, interactive way to spend time with friends and neighbors and get the wiggles out. This Saturday, be ready to sing along with Highlight Quartet, featuring barbershop and a cappella tunes.
Wheels and Reels Drive-In Movie
- Date: Saturday, February 7; 7-10 p.m.
- Location: Juanita Beach Park
- Cost: $20 per vehicle
It may be winter, but you can still experience a night under the stars at the beach with Wheels and Reels. Juanita Beach Park is the home of the 2025/2026 Drive-in Movie Series, and this weekend, they are featuring Twisters, a 2024 action movie rated PG-13. The Parking lot opens at 6 p.m., and the movies start at 7 p.m. on a giant LED screen. All ages are welcome, and the event will be held rain or shine. No RVs, limos, buses, or alcohol, please.
Youth Music Community
- Date: Sunday, February 8; 2-4 p.m.
- Location: Seattle Drum School
- Cost: FREE
Join the Seattle Drum School Youth Music Community every second Sunday at an event where youth musicians come to perform, jam, and mingle! From 2-4 p.m., there will be an Open Mic, a Featured Act, and an Instant band, Improv jam. Come watch songs write themselves with the help of these talented young musicians.
Reading with Rover
- Date: Sunday, February 8; 1-2 p.m.
- Location: Bothell Library
- Cost: FREE
If you have a school-age kiddo trying to build confidence in reading, this event is for you. Reading with Rover builds reading skills and confidence by having readers read aloud to a certified therapy dog. This event is a community-based literacy program that works with schools and libraries throughout the greater Seattle area. This Sunday, they can be found at Bothell Library at 1 p.m. Registration is not required, and the event is free. Always check the Library website in case of event cancellation.
