Our weekly recommended kids events/activities in Auburn, Black Diamond, Covington, Enumclaw, Maple Valley, and surrounding areas.
1. Family Story Time
Description: Visit the Covington Library for a family story time kids of all ages will enjoy. Enjoy new stories then stick around for play/social time from 11:40am - noon. All ages welcome with an adult. Free
Date/Time: Monday, December 11th. 11:15am - 12:00pm
Location: Covington, Wa
2. Meet the Author: Mark Oshiro
Description: Meet the author! Mark Oshiro is an award-winning Latinx queer author of middle grade level books. Some of their work includes The Insiders and The Sun and the Star: A Nico Di Angelo Adventure. Recommended for grades 5-8. Register here to receive your zoom link. Free
Date/Time: Tuesday, December 12th. 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Online
3. Animals In Winter
Description: Sponsored by the Friends of the Enumclaw Library - Join Pacific Northwest Biology and learn more about what happens to all the little critters when it gets so cold outside! Recommended for ages 6-12 (ages 6-8 with an adult). Space is limited, please register here. Free
Date/Time: Tuesday, December 12th. 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Location: Enumclaw, Wa
4. Mama & Me Ski Basics + Play Date
Description: Learn the basics of skiing together! *minimum age 2-years. Bring your childs ski gear if you have it. Visit the Mama & Me Facebook Group for event info, location, and to sign your liability waiver! $6/Adventure
Date/Time: Wednesday, December 13th. 9:45am - 10:45am
Location: Maple Valley, Wa
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5. Kid's Craft
Description: Treat the kids to a delicious Chick-fil-A lunch and they'll be kept busy with a kid's craft. Free
Date/Time: Wednesday, December 13th. 10:30am - 11:30am
Location: Chick-fil-A, Covington
6. Jurassic Quest is Roaring into Puyallup
Description: Sponsored event. Head to the Wa State Fairground for a whole weekend full of Dinosaurs! There will be life size animatronic dinosaurs, interactive activities, inflatables, live performances, and more. Offering discounts here - use promo code MACKID for 15% - 25% off tickets!
Date/Time: Friday, December 15th - Sunday, December 17th. Check site for daily hours.
Location: Wa State Fairgrounds, Puyallup
7. Molen Movie Matinee
Description: Molen Orthodontics invites your for a FREE movie matinee! Can you believe it is the 20th anniversary of the movie Elf!?! RSVP here and enjoy a matinee showing of. Free
Date/Time: Saturday, December 16th. 10:30am check-in. Movie @ 11:30am.
Location: Chalet Theater, Enumclaw
8. Iceberg Sponge Slime Workshop
Description: Visit STEAMboat Studio for a fun and educational slime class. Children ages 6-12 are invited to come learn the science behind slime and create their own iceberg sponge slime. Register here. $35/class
Date/Time: Saturday, December 16th. 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: STEAMboat Studio
9. Sensory Friendly Holiday Showcase
Description: Allegro's Saturday Matinee Holiday performance will be a Sensory Friendly performance! The sensory-friendly performance is designed to create a welcoming and comfortable arts experience for people with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other social, learning or cognitive disabilities. Modifications include lower sound level, especially for startling or loud sounds. Please save your seat here. Free
Date/Time: Saturday, December 16th. 1:30pm - 2:30pm.
Location: Auburn Performing Arts Center
10. Parents Night Off Pajama Party
Description: Your kiddos will have a blast with Party Magic and Naturally Kidds! Drop them off for a holiday craft, games, stories, and a pizza/fruit dinner and enjoy a Sunday afternoon/evening to yourself! Register here. $45/First child; $38/Each additional child
Date/Time: Sunday, December 17th. 4:40pm - 7:00pm
Location: Party Magic, Black Diamond
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: December 10th, 2023
