Aug. 24th - Dec. 31st

Book your child's next birthday party with Bricks 4 Kidz and mention US Family Guide to receive $20 off any fully hosted birthday party package using unique LEGO models and activities!

EXPIRES 12-31-18

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Oct. 1st - Nov. 30th

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS FAN POWERED WORLD TOUR

The Original Harlem Globetrotters are known for their amazing feats of basketball, humor, and acts of goodwill on and off the court. And they have always been about the fans, but this year, everything they do will bring fans closer to the action more than ever before. Join them as they celebrate fans during the all-new Fan Powered World Tour! There will be over 20 occasions before, during and after the game where you have the opportunity to directly interact with Globetrotters stars. Don't miss out - get your tickets today and save 25% off with promo code FUNFAM

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Oct. 18th - Nov. 17th

When: The 3rd Thursday and Saturday in October and November
October 18
October 20
November 15
November 17

Time: 6:15pm-8:45pm

Night time is special at the Arboretum - the people and cars are gone, and the nocturnal animals move about. Night hikes are a chance for us to explore our senses, search for crepuscular and nocturnal movements in the forest and learn about night-related animal adaptations.

Programs are designed for youth ages 5-12 and their caregivers.
All night hikes meet at the Graham Visitors Center (2300 Arboretum Dr E).

Cost: $15 - First child
$5 - Each additional child
FREE - Adults accompanied by children

Pre-registration is required and each person attending must have a space reserved.
Register online at: bit.ly/parkdark
Contact: uwbgeduc@uw.edu or 206-685-8033

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Nov. 16th

Take the evening off while the kids are busy! Drop your children off in a safe, structured environment and you get to enjoy a nice evening of peace and quiet! Drop-off starts promptly at 6PM as they will be taken through a night filled with circus, a yummy pizza and fruit dinner, movement games, and a circus craft. Your little ones will be all tuckered out when you pick them up and you'll be delighted with your night out on the town.


Children must be potty-trained. We can accept children with food allergies but parents need to email office@synapsecircus.com in advance so we can accommodate the child. Parents' Night Out can take up to 16 children and it fills by reservation. If it's full, we cannot accept drop-ins at the event.

Doors will re-open for pickup at 9PM. If children are not picked up by 10PM, you will incur a $15 per 5 minute late fee.

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Nov. 17th - Jan. 1st

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT IS THE DESTINATION FOR AN AMAZING HOLIDAY CELEBRATION LIKE NO OTHER

Guests Can Create New Traditions and Put a Twist on their Holiday Celebrations with Thrilling Experiences across the Entire Destination - from Merry Festivities to the Maven of Mischief, The Grinch - and More

ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 16, 2018) - Merry, mischief and thrills all combine as Universal Orlando Resort unwraps its annual Holidays celebration beginning November 17. It's a holiday celebration unlike any other where guests can do everything from sip hot Butterbeer and witness "The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle" to meet the mean, green one himself, The Grinch - and more.

And - on New Year's Eve this year - families can ring in 2019 at a rockin' New Year's Eve celebration at Universal Studios Florida, while adults 21 and up can enjoy the upscale EVE celebration at Universal CityWalk.

See below for complete details on all of the ways guests can elevate their holidays at Universal Orlando Resort:

Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is already one of the most immersive theme park experiences ever created. And now for the Holidays, it will transform into a wizarding wonderland with themed decorations, garlands and lights throughout the streets of Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley. Guests can enjoy special holiday-themed performances by the Frog Choir - comprised of Hogwarts students and their giant croaking frogs - and Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees, one of the wizarding world's most popular singing sensations. There will also be seasonal food and beverages - including hot Butterbeer.

And, as night falls, guests will revel in a dazzling projection of holiday spirit as Christmas moments inspired by the Wizarding World come to life on Hogwarts castle for "The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle."

Universal's Holiday Parade featuring Macy's at Universal Studios Florida

Merry and mayhem combine as Santa Claus, the Minions and other beloved characters from Illumination's Despicable Me, Shrek and Madagascar take the streets for Universal's Holiday Parade featuring Macy's - including more than 30 larger-than-life balloons and floats, hundreds of performers and more. Guests may also get the opportunity to dance and interact with some of the characters during special appearances prior to the parade.

Grinchmas at Universal's Islands of Adventure

See the maven of mischief himself during Grinchmas at Universal Orlando. Guests can enjoy "Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular" - a live retelling of Dr. Seuss's holiday classic starring the mean, green one - and special appearances by the merry Whos from Who-ville throughout Seuss Landing. Guests may also join the Grinch and his friends at Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous for a separately ticketed breakfast on select dates (tickets for this festive breakfast are now available).

Mannheim Steamroller at Universal Studios Florida

The best-selling holiday artist of all time, Manheim Steamroller, returns to Universal Studios Florida to fill the air with the sounds of the season. Guests can take in live concerts at the Music Plaza Stage on the following nights: Nov. 17, 18, 24, 25 and Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16.

Offers to Experience Universal Orlando's Holidays Celebration

Access to all of the above Holidays festivities is included with admission to the parks or with an Annual Pass, which are now available with up to six months free. Visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/AnnualPass for details about special savings and block-out dates.

Guests can also take advantage of the Holiday Stay and Play Package, which gives guests $100 in savings on travel from Nov. 17 through Jan. 6 and the opportunity to revel in the holiday celebrations at Universal's on-site hotels, which include seasonal decorations, festive tree and menorah lightings, kid-friendly holiday activities, visits with Santa, buffet feasts for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and more. The package not only includes five-night hotel accommodations, but also base admission to all three theme parks at Universal Orlando Resort - including Universal's Volcano Bay.

New Year's Eve Celebrations at Universal Orlando

Guests can ring in 2019 with style at Universal Orlando with various New Year's Eve celebrations that offer something for everyone.

Universal Studios Florida will host its biggest New Year's Eve celebration yet - complete with rockin' party zones at the Music Plaza Stage and Central Park areas of the park, live upbeat music, appearances by some of guests' favorite characters, party favors, confetti and - of course - pyrotechnics. It's fun for the entire family and it's included with theme park admission, or with a Preferred or Premier Annual Pass.

Guests 21 and up can enjoy the ultimate upscale party at EVE at Universal CityWalk, where they get access to six CityWalk clubs with live bands and DJs, unlimited gourmet cuisine, and the chance to dance all night long on Orlando's largest outdoor dance floor featuring award-winning DJ M-Squared. And once the clock strikes midnight, guests will enjoy a Champagne toast and pyrotechnics display. EVE tickets are on sale now and there is a $30 discount if purchased before Dec. 15. Guests must be 21 and up to attend.

Some of Universal Orlando's on-site hotels will also join in the New Year's Eve fun, with entertainment, midnight toasts and more. Highlights include a "ROCK-in!" New Year event at the Hard Rock Hotel, featuring a balloon drop and live countdown from Times Square via satellite, and Jake's "Best of 2018" Beer Dinner at Loews Royal Pacific Resort.

For more information on Holidays and New Year's Eve offerings at Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/holidays.


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HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are & Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights JKR. (s18) Dr. Seuss properties TM & 2018 Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P. All rights reserved. Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade & Related Characters 2018 Macy's Inc. All rights reserved. Mannheim Steamroller is a registered trademark of Chip Davis. Shrek 2018 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved. Madagascar 2018 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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Nov. 23rd - Jan. 5th

Let it glow, let it glow, let it glow

Seattle's wildest holiday lights festival returns with sparkling lights, faux snowball fights, up close animal encounters, hot chocolate and family delights. Experience brand new wild and wonderful light displays that will be featured throughout the zoo including a holiday light spectacular at the zoo's south entrance which will now be open throughout the run of WildLights.

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Nov. 23rd

WILDLIGHTS presented by Sound Credit Union

5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Open November 23, 2018 - January 5, 2019
Closed December 12, 24 & 25, 2018

Let it glow, let it glow, let it glow

Seattle's wildest holiday lights festival returns with sparkling lights, faux snowball fights, up close animal encounters, hot chocolate and family delights. Experience brand new wild and wonderful light displays that will be featured throughout the zoo including a holiday light spectacular at the zoo's south entrance which will now be open throughout the run of WildLights.

Buy Early and Save

(Tickets purchased from 11/1/18 through 12/13/18)

Adult: $11.95
Child: $9.95
Member: $9.95
General Admission Tickets

(Tickets purchased from 12/14/18 through 1/5/19)

Adult: $14.95
Child: $11.95

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Nov. 24th

WILDLIGHTS presented by Sound Credit Union

5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Open November 23, 2018 - January 5, 2019
Closed December 12, 24 & 25, 2018

Let it glow, let it glow, let it glow

Seattle's wildest holiday lights festival returns with sparkling lights, faux snowball fights, up close animal encounters, hot chocolate and family delights. Experience brand new wild and wonderful light displays that will be featured throughout the zoo including a holiday light spectacular at the zoo's south entrance which will now be open throughout the run of WildLights.

Buy Early and Save

(Tickets purchased from 11/1/18 through 12/13/18)

Adult: $11.95
Child: $9.95
Member: $9.95
General Admission Tickets

(Tickets purchased from 12/14/18 through 1/5/19)

Adult: $14.95
Child: $11.95

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Nov. 25th

WILDLIGHTS presented by Sound Credit Union

5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Open November 23, 2018 - January 5, 2019
Closed December 12, 24 & 25, 2018

Let it glow, let it glow, let it glow

Seattle's wildest holiday lights festival returns with sparkling lights, faux snowball fights, up close animal encounters, hot chocolate and family delights. Experience brand new wild and wonderful light displays that will be featured throughout the zoo including a holiday light spectacular at the zoo's south entrance which will now be open throughout the run of WildLights.

Buy Early and Save

(Tickets purchased from 11/1/18 through 12/13/18)

Adult: $11.95
Child: $9.95
Member: $9.95
General Admission Tickets

(Tickets purchased from 12/14/18 through 1/5/19)

Adult: $14.95
Child: $11.95

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Nov. 26th

WILDLIGHTS presented by Sound Credit Union

5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Open November 23, 2018 - January 5, 2019
Closed December 12, 24 & 25, 2018

Let it glow, let it glow, let it glow

Seattle's wildest holiday lights festival returns with sparkling lights, faux snowball fights, up close animal encounters, hot chocolate and family delights. Experience brand new wild and wonderful light displays that will be featured throughout the zoo including a holiday light spectacular at the zoo's south entrance which will now be open throughout the run of WildLights.

Buy Early and Save

(Tickets purchased from 11/1/18 through 12/13/18)

Adult: $11.95
Child: $9.95
Member: $9.95
General Admission Tickets

(Tickets purchased from 12/14/18 through 1/5/19)

Adult: $14.95
Child: $11.95

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