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

Oh My Gourd

Best Pumpkin Patches near Seattle

It's time to bust out the flannel and sharpen your carving knives.

09/22/2025 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach and Seattle Met Staff

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

Warm Up

A Visit to the Elusive Goldmyer Hot Springs with Kids

The journey was tough. The clothing was optional. The connection was real.

01/15/2025 By Allecia Vermillion

Toe pick

Where to Go Ice Skating in and near Seattle

Where to rent skates, take a class, or even play broomball on the ice.

12/18/2024 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Rail Ways

A Ride Back in Time on North Bend’s Historic Train

What other museum ticket comes with a conductor, mountain views, and steam power?

10/18/2024 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Fruit by the Foot

Where to Find U-Pick Berry Farms around Seattle

Get them straight from the source.

06/21/2024 By Seattle Met Staff

Essay

How Did January Become Summer Camp Season?

One type A parent’s lament.

01/29/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Crap, Already?

Here Are Some Great Local Summer Camps

And no, it's not too early to register. For some, you might actually be too late.

01/29/2024 By Seattle Met Staff

Boo!

The Official Rules of Halloween According to Seattle Met

There's a right and a wrong way to trick-or-treat in Seattle.

10/06/2023 By Seattle Met Staff

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

CLASS ACT

School Shop Local

Here, core memories are locally made.

08/10/2022 By Zoe Sayler

THE LITTLE THINGS

14 Boutiques for the Fashionable PNW Child

Tiny clothes are just cuter. At these local shops, that’s especially true.

08/05/2022 By Zoe Sayler and 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

Salty Salish

Guide to Tide Pooling and Beach Combing around Seattle

Searching for squishy sea life is a singularly Seattle sport.

05/12/2022 By Allison Williams