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Bubble Maniacs at The Landing in Renton (Photo courtesy of The Landing)

Get ready for some bubble craziness

Bubble Maniancs event returns to The Landing in Renton

Do you have a kid or crew that loves bubbles? Boy, does The Landing shopping center in Renton, have an event for you: Bubble Maniacs.

The title pretty much sums it up. Expect a whole lot of bubbles during this afternoon of interactive family play. What form of bubbles, you ask. Good question. And the answer is bubbles in every from bubble play stations to a giant “foam zone” where you can expect to be covered head to toe in the soapy stuff for free.

“Bubble Maniacs has become a signature summer event since we first introduced it in 2023 and we’re thrilled to bring it back,” said Alixandria Ogawa, speaking for Vestar, which owns The Landing. “This year, we’re especially excited to introduce a sensory-friendly hour for the first time, creating a more inclusive experience where even more families can feel comfortable participating.”

Vestar rolled out Bubble Maniacs in Renton and at it’s other properties in other states after seeing how successful it was at two Arizona sites. Last year, about 400 people moved through the foam and frolic with other bubble activities at The Landing event.

(Photo courtesy The Landing)

If you go

What: Bubble Maniacs, a free afternoon of interactive family fun including multiple bubble play stations, a giant foam zone and a live DJ spinning family-friendly music.

When: Saturday, Aug. 22, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A sensory-friendly hour will be held from 10 to 11:00 a.m. before the main event.

Where: The event will be located at the plaza across from Regal Cinemas at The Landing; 828 N 10th Pl, Renton.

Cost: Free

If you don’t want to drive home with soaking wet kids, bring a change of clothes and towels.

About the Author

Cheryl Murfin

Cheryl Murfin, M.Ed/IAE is managing editor of Seattle's Child magazine. She's been a working journalist for nearly 40 years, is an certified AWA writing workshop facilitator, arts-integrated writing retreat leader. Find her at Compasswriters.com.