Things to do this weekend in and around Seattle
Friendly fun in Seattle & Puget Sound for Friday, September 4, 2026 through Sunday, September 6, 2026. Check out these highlights!
(Scroll down for full list of weekend activities.)
Friday, September 4, 2026
PAX West 2026, West Coast’s Biggest Gaming Event - September 4 - 7, 2026 - Seattle, WA. A massive Labor Day weekend celebration of video games, tabletop gaming, and geek culture at the Seattle Convention Center, perfect for families and avid gamers.
FREE fall and holiday mini photo sessions with Shoott! - Seattle-Tacoma area - September 6 - December 30, 2026 (multiple dates) - Seattle-Tacoma area, WA. Enjoy free 30-minute outdoor photo sessions where you only pay for the images you love, ideal for holiday cards and updated family portraits.
Evergreen State Fair 2026 - September 6 - 7, 2026 - Monroe, WA. Classic fair fun with rides, animals, food, and entertainment at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds for all ages.
Downtown Issaquah Story Stroll™ Watercress - September 6 - October 3, 2026 (daily) - Issaquah, WA. Follow pages of the picture book “Watercress” along Main Street for a self-guided outdoor literary walk the whole family can enjoy.
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Summer Splash! Festival of Fun - September 6 - 7, 2026 - Olympia, WA. Hands On Children’s Museum hosts water-themed activities, hands-on play, and family-friendly festival fun.
Sunflower Festival at Rutledge Family Farm - September 6 - 7, 2026 - Olympia, WA. Wander through bright sunflower fields, take photos, and enjoy farm attractions in a scenic rural setting.
Never Turn Back: Echoes of African American Music | MOPOP - Ongoing exhibit, including September 6 - 7, 2026 - Seattle, WA. Explore the powerful history and influence of African American music through immersive displays at the Museum of Pop Culture.
Runway to Runway | The Museum of Flight - Ongoing exhibit, including September 6 - 7, 2026 - Seattle, WA. Discover fashion inspired by aviation and the glamour of air travel in this unique Museum of Flight exhibition.
Ice Cream Cruise - Seattle Water Tours - September 6, 2026 - Seattle, WA. Take a sweet scenic boat ride with ice cream onboard while you explore views of Lake Union and the city skyline.
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Seattle Mariners Home Games - Select dates including September 6, 2026 - Seattle, WA. Catch Major League Baseball action at Safeco Field with family-friendly game-day entertainment.
Seattle Reign FC Home Games - Select dates including September 6, 2026 - Seattle, WA. Cheer on Seattle’s professional women’s soccer team in an exciting, high-energy match atmosphere.
Mini Golf at Olympic Sculpture Park - September 6, 2026 - Seattle, WA. Play a creative round of mini golf among outdoor sculptures with extended evening hours for families.
Kids Flight Zone | The Museum of Flight - Ongoing, including September 6, 2026 - Seattle, WA. Young aviators can experiment with hands-on aviation activities and interactive exhibits designed just for kids.
Moomins' Sea Adventures & Tove and the Sea: Stories of joy, imagination, and belonging - September 6, 2026 - Seattle, WA. Dive into whimsical Moomin stories and maritime-themed art at the National Nordic Museum.