Hey there, families, and welcome to Erika’s Picks. For years, I’ve been looking for the best family-friendly events happening each weekend around the greater Seattle area. Whether you’re looking to explore a new park, attend a fun workshop, or catch a local performance, I’ve got you covered. Each week, I’ll share my handpicked activities that will keep the little ones entertained, engaged, and maybe even learning something new. So, grab your calendar, gather up your crew, and get ready for a fun-filled weekend! Let’s dive into Seattle family events for the weekend of Oct 31-Nov 1, 2026.
(Photo by Sandra Kapczynska)
Halloween Doggie Parade
- Date: Saturday: Oct. 31, 10-11 a.m.
- Location: High Point Community Center
- Cost: Free
Why should humans have all the fun? Pull out your doggie’s costumes (you know you have them) and dress up your pup on Saturday for a spook-tacular doggie parade at High Point Community Center! The event starts at 10 a.m. with judges, prizes, and coffee. Be sure to check their Facebook or call 206-684-7422 for updates.
(Photo courtesy Renton Fire Department)
Renton Fire Station Open House
- Date: Saturday: Oct. 31, 9 –11 a.m.
- Location: Fire Station 16
- Cost: Free
Fire Station 16 in Renton is holding an open house this Saturday! Guests will be able to tour the station and check out a classic fire engine. They will also be able to try out various pieces of gear and equipment, meet the fire chief and Station 16 firefighters, learn about fire safety, and take home some Fire Station 16 swag! No RSVP is necessary, and parking is available on site behind the station.
(Photo courtesy Seattle Center)
DÃa de Muertos
- Date: Saturday, Oct. 31, and Sunday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Location: Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall
- Cost: Free
Celebrate DÃa de Muertos at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall all weekend long! Part of the Seattle Center Festál series, this free festival is open to everyone. Come enjoy live dance and music performances, elaborate altars, colorful face-painting, sugar skull workshops, and visual art! You can build a skeleton, make paper flowers, try your hand at tapete (sand painting), do some grabado (printmaking), and much more. This is a great event for the entire family.
(Photo courtesy Pacific Raceways)
Race Car Show and Trunk or Treat
- Date: Saturday: Oct. 31, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Location: Pacific Raceways
- Cost: Free for spectating and trunk or treat, paid options for on-track events
Calling all ghouls and goblins! Pacific Raceways invites you to a haunting Race Car Show and Trunk or Treat on Halloween. This event will feature optional adventures around the road course of doom, vendors from near and far, and the Land of Trunks and Treats. Be sure to stick around for a costume contest for both kids and adults, a cool car show, on-track events, and much more.
Join the costume parade (Photo by FamVeld / iStock)
Halloween Storytime and Costume Parade
- Date: Saturday: Oct. 31, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Location: White Center Library
- Cost: Free
Put on your Halloween costumes and enjoy rhymes, songs, and books featuring pumpkins, bats, ghosts, and more at the White Center Library on Saturday. Then take part in a lively costume parade and trick-or-treat in the library!
