The southeast is a vibrant and wildly diverse sector. There are some lovely walking areas—like Hawthorne, Clinton, and Belmont—where you can spend a whole day visiting small, local businesses and nibbling on food from homey cafés and casual, chic eateries. There are also a surprisingly large collection of parks and green spaces that you can turn into picnic spots or gathering places when you are looking to create an adventure all your own.

The Pacific Northwest is ripe with fun places to go as a family. Whether it’s in your own back yard or just a short drive away, there are countless ways to explore and connect while you build lasting memories together.

Enjoy three weekends of Renaissance revelry at the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire August 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 2021. This is one of the largest theatrical events in Washington state featuring full contact jousting, world-class fencing demonstrations, country dancing, games, music, magicians, puppet shows, and more!