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Top 10 Local Things To Do With Kids November 27th - December 3rd

Find Your Family Fun in Auburn, Black Diamond, Covington, Enumclaw, Kent, and Maple Valley

By Hannah Merrell; Editor/Publisher MacaroniKID Maple Valley November 26, 2023

Our weekly recommended kids events/activities in Auburn, Black Diamond, Covington, Enumclaw, Maple Valley, and surrounding areas.

1. Toddler Play Group
Description: Back by popular demand! Visit this local indoor playtime for toddlers and caregivers. Ages 9 months to 2 years. Drop-in and meet other local families! Free
Date/Time: Monday, November 27th. 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Enumclaw Birth to Five Center @ JJ Smith Elementary

2. Photos with Santa
Description: Visit the Greater Maple Valley Community Center for photos with Santa! Please bring your own camera or phone. This event is FREE but donations are gladly accepted to benefit Corner of Love
Date/Time: Monday, November 27th. 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Greater Maple Valley Community Center

3. Reading with Rover
Description: Your little one can build confidence by reading to certified therapy dogs! Reading with Rover brings you this special program where school age children can read aloud to dogs. Bring your children's school reading material or pick a book out from the library. Registration not required. Free
Date/Time: Tuesday, November 28th. 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Covington Public Library

4. AweSUMM Tessellations & Puzzles
Description: Enjoy a variety of math related games, puzzles, activities, and more at this drop-in experimental time. In partnership with Seattle Universal Math Museum. Please register here. All ages are welcome for any amount of time! Free
Date/Time: Wednesday, November 29th. 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Kent Library


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5. Artist Trading Cards
Description: NEW! Check out this new class offering from STEAMboat Studio. Artist trading cards are miniature pieces of art that are traded around the world. Drop-in monthly and make a miniature piece of art to take with you or swap with another artist! Save your seat here. Ages 5-12. $18/person
Date/Time: Wednesday, November 29th. 6:00pm - 7:00pm.
Location: STEAMboat Studio, Maple Valley

6. Disney's WISH @ Chalet Theater
Description: Catch an evening showing of Disney's WISH at Chalet Theater in Enumclaw! Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time. They have a snack bar and serve beer and wine for the adults! Children (12 & under) $5, Adults $8
Date/Time: Thursday, November 30th. 6:30pm (Doors @ 6pm)
Location: Chalet Theater, Enumclaw

7. Mama & Me Hot Chocolate Hike
Description: Hike a little over a mile with other local mama's and littles. Bring a thermos full of your favorite hot chocolate or other warm beverage to enjoy. More information and exact location here. $6/Adventure
Date/Time: Friday, November 25th. 9:45am - 11:30am
Location: Renton, Wa

8. Toddler Hour
Description: Join Party Magic and Naturally Kidds for a toddler hour! Meet other local families, participate in a fun craft, and enjoy a holiday story together. Purchase tickets here. $18/child
Date/Time: Friday, December 1st. 10:00am - 11:00am.
Location: Party Magic, Black Diamond

9. Lighted Santa Parade
Description: Head to Auburn for an afternoon of holiday cheer. Save your spot along the parade route and head to City Hall after for tree lighting and Santa visit.
Date/Time: Saturday, December 2nd. Parade starts @ 4:30pm, tree lighting and Santa visit after the parade.
Location: Auburn, Wa

10. Covington Community Tree Lighting
Description: There will be a variety of kids activities, warm beverages, character/Santa visits, and even more holiday fun! Tree will be lit around 5:15pm. Be there rain, shine, or snow! Free
Date/Time: Saturday, December 2nd. 4:00pm - 6:00pm (tree lighting @ around 5:15pm)
Location: Fred Meyer Parking Lot/Roundabout, Covington

We do our best to ensure this information is accurate. If you would like to confirm event details please refer to the event website. If you know of an event you don't see listed please let us know! If you have questions or would otherwise like to reach the publisher you can email hannahm@macaronikid.com.

Last updated: November 26th, 2023.