Just for fun

The Seattle Dentist Who Doubles as the Tooth Fairy

Move over, Sasquatch—there’s been a confirmed sighting of Dr. Purva Merchant, who keeps the magic alive for gap-toothed grinners.

12/11/2025 By Haley Shapley

Hot Topic

Tasty Trends and Fusty Fads

The hottest and nottest in the local food scene this season.

10/31/2025 By Naomi Tomky

Child’s Play

25 Things to Do with Kids in 2025

The best places to climb, ride, laze, fly, and have fun in Seattle right now.

04/09/2025 By Naomi Tomky and Seattle Met Staff Illustrations by James Clapham

Animal Style

The Best Zoos and Aquariums of Western Washington

This is where the wild things are.

03/13/2025 By Allison Williams

Spooky Fun

Seattle Halloween Events for Kids and Families

Tricks and treats for every little ghoul.

09/29/2023 By Seattle Met Staff

School's Out

Child Care Options During the Seattle Public Schools Strike

Godspeed, parents.

09/11/2022 By Seattle Met Staff

Museum Magic

Pacific Science Center Reopens After a 2-Year Closure

The Seattle Center mainstay debuts new exhibits and brings back old favorites.

07/12/2022 By Seattle Met Staff

Wet N Wild

A Guide to Seattle's Spray Parks and Wading Pools

Behold our comprehensive list of watery havens around town.

06/24/2022 By Ann Karneus

Coronavirus Chronicles

What to Know About the Covid Vaccine for Kids Under 5

It's a long-awaited milestone for parents of the youngest among us.

06/15/2022 By Angela Cabotaje

Minivan Life

I Hate that I Love Seabrook

What looks like a century-old beach town actually sprang to life 20 years ago on the Washington coast. Is this place unabashed artifice or a master plan for vacation bliss?

05/24/2022 By Allecia Vermillion

Make Believe

What’s New at Seattle Children’s Museum?

The Seattle Center hub for imaginative play is back, after a two-year hiatus, with fresh exhibits.

04/26/2022 By Sophie Grossman

BOARD IN THE HOUSE

Board Games That Make Family Time More Fun

Whether you're playing Disney games with the kids or getting serious at the adult table. Just don't get too competitive.

04/04/2022 By Zoe Sayler

Teed Up

Where to Play Golf and Mini Golf in Seattle

With long fairways, short courses, and novelty putt-putt holes, golf season goes year-round.

03/29/2022 By Allison Williams and Seattle Met Staff

Brick Head

Tickets for Brick Fest Live On Sale Today

The traveling Lego exhibition comes through Puyallup the first weekend of August.

03/21/2022 By Sophie Grossman

The Kids Aren't All Right

Eating Disorders in Seattle's Youth Are Surging

Why it's more than just a disaster cascade.

02/07/2022 By Angela Cabotaje

Mighty Mesozoic

Dinos Alive Comes to Seattle This April

And tickets are on sale right now.

01/26/2022 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Big Top

Cirque du Soleil’s Alegría Somersaults into Marymoor Park

The show that changed my mind about clowns is in town until March 13.

01/21/2022 By Sophie Grossman

52 Weekends

A Year of Family Activities

Month by month, the best indoor and outdoor adventures around.

01/07/2022 By Angela Cabotaje, Allecia Vermillion, and Allison Williams Illustrations by Mike Holm

Larger than Life

The Lego Awesome Exhibit Comes to Seattle Center

Yes, Lego Certified Professional is a real job.

10/29/2021 By Sophie Grossman

Spooky Fun

Seattle Halloween Events for Kids and Families

Tricks and treats for every little ghoul.

10/14/2021 By Spencer Brown