It’s an Easter weekend packed with fun across the Puget Sound! We have music at Town Hall, massive parades outside the city limits, and nearly a dozen egg hunts happening nearby. Don't miss the local farmers markets on Sunday for fresh spring produce.
See our top picks
Snohomish Small-town Easter Parade
First Street in Snohomish
A charming, free parade with floats and bonnets happening Saturday morning.
Indoor Tot Gym at Bitter Lake Community Center
Bitter Lake Community Center
A free indoor play space for kids five and under on Sunday morning.
Indoor Tot Gym at Bitter Lake Community Center
Bitter Lake Community Center
Free, safe play time specifically for children aged 5 and under.
· April 4
9: Catch The Brian Waite Band for a show combining musical theater, imaginative storytelling, and rock 'n roll songs. It promises to be entertaining for both parents and kids alike.It's a dedicated family music event happening Saturday morning downtown.
SNOHOMISH SMALL-TOWN EASTER PARADEFREE : Head north to Snohomish for the state's only Easter parade, featuring floats, bands, kids, and pets. Stick around afterward for the highly anticipated Easter bonnet contest.This is a quintessential, free local tradition happening Saturday morning.
FREE : This massive parade is the highlight of the Daffodil Festival, featuring daffodil-covered floats, marching bands, clowns, and even pirates. It kicks off in Tacoma before moving through three other towns.It’s a huge, free, one-day event running through multiple South Sound cities.
: Watch the Seattle Kraken play a home game live on the ice at Climate Pledge Arena. A great option for older kids interested in sports.Live NHL action is a huge draw for sports fans this Saturday night.
TULIP FESTIVAL EASTER CELEBRATIONFREE : Head north for a fun-filled Easter festival at the Skagit County Fairgrounds. Expect great food, creative activities, and plenty of Easter cheer.It explicitly merges the Tulip Festival scenery with Easter activities on Saturday.
EGG HUNT & FARM DAY AT INFINITY FARM ISSAQUAH : Get an early start on Saturday with farm exploration, animal visits, and age-appropriate egg hunts. Tickets cover everyone in one car.It’s an early Saturday hunt option that includes farm animal interaction.
FREE : The 29th Annual Community Egg Hunt is happening in Monroe, with the main hunt starting at 10 a.m. Pre-event fun begins an hour earlier.A classic, community-focused hunt happening Saturday morning for kids 10 and under.
FREE : This Saturday afternoon event has families hopping between various stores in Old Bellevue. It’s a great way to explore the neighborhood while celebrating the holiday.It's a fun, free Saturday afternoon activity combining shopping areas with a holiday theme.
SATURDAY STORY TIME AT SHORELINE LIBRARYFREE : Stop by the Shoreline Library on Saturday morning for their regular story time session. It’s a free, relaxing way to spend an hour indoors.Reliable, free indoor programming happening Saturday morning for younger kids.
· April 5
2: Celebrate Easter Sunday on the water with a special cruise featuring brunch, a food buffet, and two hours of lake views. They offer a champagne toast or apple juice toast.It’s a specific, themed Easter event happening only on Sunday.
CHESS CLUB FOR KIDS AND TEENS AT SHORELINE LIBRARYFREE : Bring your older kids or teens for a two-hour session dedicated to chess at the Shoreline Library this Sunday afternoon.This is a specific program for older kids/teens occurring on Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Take the family out to the ballpark to watch the Seattle Mariners play an exciting home game on Sunday afternoon.A classic Sunday family outing with afternoon baseball.
FREE : Spend an hour connecting with nature by participating in a youth nature journaling session at the beautiful Bellevue Botanical Garden this Saturday.It pairs outdoor time with creative, quiet activity, and it's listed as free.
FREE : Enjoy a classic Sunday morning ritual at this market located right in the heart of the West Seattle Junction. It’s a perfect spot to grab snacks and see what spring produce is arriving.A reliable Sunday morning staple that's free to wander through.
FREE : If the weather isn't cooperating on Sunday, head to the Bitter Lake Community Center for their Tot Gym. This is a comfortable, fun play space specifically for kids aged five and under.It's free, indoors, and perfectly targeted at the youngest age group on a Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Seattle this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are several free options, including the Snohomish Small-town Easter Parade on Saturday, the Indoor Tot Gym at Bitter Lake Community Center on Sunday, and the Tulip festival celebration at the Skagit County Fairgrounds on Saturday.
Are there any major parades happening nearby this Saturday?
Yes! You can choose between the Snohomish Small-town Easter Parade starting at 10 a.m. or the massive Daffodil Festival Grand Floral Parade which begins in Tacoma at 10:15 a.m. and travels through three other towns.
What is happening on Easter Sunday (April 5th) specifically?
Sunday features Seattle Mariners Baseball at 1:07 PM, the special Easter Cruise Brunch at 11 a.m., the Chess Club at Shoreline Library in the afternoon, and the weekly West Seattle Farmers Market.
