Tacoma Family

Navigate Tacoma family life with kid-friendly activities, parenting wins and fails, local school insights, and smart gear for smoother family adventures.

A group of young children with backpacks joyfully run down a school hallway, heading towards a classroom.
Tacoma After-School Activities: Free & Low-Cost Kids Programs
If you're a Tacoma parent frantically googling "what do I do with my kid after school" while simultaneously checking work emails and wondering if 4 PM is too early for…
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A colorful playground features slides, climbing structures, and a tic-tac-toe panel, set against a backdrop of trees and a clear sky.
Beat the Boredom: Tacoma’s Coolest Spots for Active Kiddos
When the rain comes down or the sun finally peeks out, keeping kids entertained around Tacoma can be a real adventure. From wild animal encounters to creative play spaces that…
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A pet store aisle with shelves displaying various colorful pet toys, leashes, and accessories on both sides.
Treat Your Best Friend at These Tacoma Area Pet Stores
Whether you share your home with a persnickety cat, an adventurous dog, or something a bit more scaly or feathered, the city is packed with pet stores ready to help…
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A vibrant arcade filled with colorful games and rides, including red car-shaped rides and various illuminated gaming machines, set against a lively, patterned backdrop.
11 of Tacoma’s Coolest Spots to Beat the Heat
Sure, Tacoma summer days might not hit Phoenix levels of heat, but when that Pacific Northwest sun decides to show off and you've had enough of sweating through your REI…
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Baskets of colorful small heirloom tomatoes are displayed on a burlap-covered table at a market, with a sign indicating a price of $6 per pound, alongside flower bouquets priced at $10 each.
Everything You Need to Know About Tacoma Farmers Markets
The Tacoma area farmers market scene has evolved from a handful of die-hard vendors selling wilted lettuce to a legitimate food culture that rivals anything Seattle throws at us. From…
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A group of people with their dogs sitting in the grass at a dog park.
A Local’s Guide to Dog Parks in Tacoma
Ready to let your pup run wild and sniff out new friends? Tacoma’s got a whole lineup of dog parks that’ll have tails wagging and leashes unclipped faster than you…
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