Good with kids
Family Events in Tacoma
Events listed as family-friendly or made for kids by their organizers.
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Thu, Nov 19, 10am
Play to Learn | Swasey Library
Swasey Library
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Thu, Nov 19, 10am
Play to Learn | Henry Schatz Boys & Girls Club
Henry Schatz Boys & Girls Club
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Thu, Nov 19, 11am
Story Hour at the Conservatory
W.W. Seymour Conservatory
A free children's story session at W.W. Seymour Conservatory.
FamilyKids ActivitiesFree
Thu, Nov 19, 1pm
Play to Learn | Swasey Library (P.M.)
Swasey Library
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Fri, Nov 20, 10am
Play to Learn | Fern Hill Library
Fern Hill Library
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Fri, Nov 20, 10am
Play to Learn | Asia Pacific Cultural Center
Asia Pacific Cultural Center
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Fri, Nov 20, 10am· Starts at 10 a.m.; approximately one hour.
Tots on the Trail
Fort Nisqually Picnic Shelter
A free, child-paced nature walk for early walkers and toddlers at Point Defiance.
FamilyNature ProgramsFree
Fri, Nov 20, 10am
Creative Aging: Job Carr Museum & TAM
Tacoma Art Museum
A Creative Aging session with Job Carr Cabin Museum and Tacoma Art Museum.
Arts & Culture
Sat, Nov 21, 11am· 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (Tacoma local time)
Family STEAM Day: Bridge the Gap
LeMay – America's Car Museum
A Family STEAM Day with the theme Bridge the Gap, connecting hands-on learning and automotive discovery.
FamilyArts & CultureFree for museum members and visitors ages 18 and under; included with museum admission for other visitors.
Sat, Nov 21, 12pm
Tacoma Festival of Light 2026
Eastside Community Center
A free, family-friendly indoor celebration bringing Tacoma communities together through live dance, music, film screenings, floating lamps, art workshops, a fashion show, food, and storytelling.
FilmArts & CultureFestivalsFree
Sat, Nov 21, 2pm
My Name Means Free: Cover Reveal & Reading
Toolbox Labs
A free, all-ages children’s book cover reveal, reading and community art gathering.
artsfamilyliteraryFree
Sun, Nov 22, 1pm· 1–6 p.m. Tacoma local time.
Family Fun Skate
Tacoma Armory
All-ages roller skating at Tacoma Armory, welcoming families, friends and beginners.
Activities & RecreationFamily$15.41 admission including online fees; skate rental is an additional $5.
Sat, Nov 28, 3pm
Sounds of the Season
Pantages Theater
Sounds of the Season takes place at Pantages Theater on November 28, 2026, at 3 p.m. The event is listed under arts and culture, live music, and theater.
Arts & CultureLive MusicTheater
Mon, Nov 30, 10am
Play to Learn | Bryant Neighborhood Center
Bryant Neighborhood Center
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Tue, Dec 1, 10am· 10 a.m.–11 a.m. (Tacoma local time)
Storytime for Little Sparkplugs
LeMay – America's Car Museum
Interactive stories, songs and Family Zone play for toddlers and their caregivers.
FamilyArts & CultureFree
Wed, Dec 2, 10am· 10 a.m.–noon.
Babies on the Trail
Point Defiance Park – Fort Nisqually Picnic Shelter
A nature-focused outing for caregivers and young children at Point Defiance Park.
FamilyNature Programs
Wed, Dec 2, 10am
Play to Learn | Salishan Family Investment Center
Salishan Family Investment Center
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Thu, Dec 3, 10am
Play to Learn | Swasey Library
Swasey Library
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Thu, Dec 3, 10am
Play to Learn | Henry Schatz Boys & Girls Club
Henry Schatz Boys & Girls Club
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Thu, Dec 3, 1pm
Play to Learn | Swasey Library (P.M.)
Swasey Library
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Thu, Dec 3, 5pm
RAT Fest 2026
Real Art Tacoma
A four-day music festival at Real Art Tacoma, running Thursday through Saturday from 5–11 p.m. and Sunday from noon–6 p.m.
Arts & CultureFestivalsMarkets$10
Fri, Dec 4, 10am
Play to Learn | Fern Hill Library
Fern Hill Library
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Fri, Dec 4, 10am· Starts at 10 a.m.; hikes last approximately one hour.
Tots on the Trail
Fort Nisqually Picnic Shelter
A toddler-paced nature hike starting at the Fort Nisqually Picnic Shelter.
FamilyNature Programs
Fri, Dec 4, 10am
Play to Learn | Asia Pacific Cultural Center
Asia Pacific Cultural Center
Free drop-in play session for children six and under and their adults, with songs, activities and circle time.
FamilyFree
Dates, times and prices can change. Confirm with the venue or organizer before you go.