The best things to do in Federal Way

“This horse racing center offers track level & grandstand seats, dining options & special activities.”

“This 18-hole golf course borders the Green River & features a store & restaurant.”

“6,500-seat arena that's home to the Seattle Thunderbirds & concerts by nationally known acts.”

“Collegiate golf course boasting a signature 18th hole with a purple “W” insignia, plus an events venue.”

“Seattle Aquarium is a legit reset button for city brain, with the Ocean Pavilion and a new Go Above the Reef tour that puts you eye to eye with sharks, rays and schooling fish. Say hi to Tandu the humphead wrasse, then soak up some Puget Sound science and conservation wins.”

From the Seattle newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Bill Wright Golf Complex at Jefferson Park packs a full golf day into one spot with a public course, a nine-hole executive loop, a Toptracer range, and lessons for every level, plus skyline and Rainier views. Wrap it up at the Beacon Grill and call it a win this week.”

From the Kent newsletter, August 4, 2026

“5M refresh right here in northeast Tacoma, with newly designed green complexes, enhanced teeing grounds, redesigned bunkers, and a top-tier irrigation system. Sneak in a round this week, then keep an eye on the new restaurant coming in 2026.”

From the Tacoma newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Flatstick Pub - Pioneer Square turns mini golf into a Seattle love letter, with holes spelling SEATTLE and a tiny Space Needle finish. Grab Duffleboard, Dartsee, brick oven pizzas, and local pours or mocktails for an easy Edmonds night out in the city this week.”

From the Edmonds newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Cozy movie theater in the Columbia City neighborhood screening lesser-known and classic films.”

“Pubby amusement center & sports bar featuring electronic games, big-screen TVs & comfort food.”

“Exhibits feature Dale Chihuly glass works, European Impressionism, Japanese prints & American art.”

“Huge community events complex with museums, theaters, restaurants & shops, plus the Space Needle.”

“Amusement center with inflatable attractions, such as a zip line, plus party rooms.”

“Dine-in theater screening second-run films & serving beers, cocktails & comfort grub.”

“Rainier Golf and Country Club is a low-key way to reset without leaving the city, with a private course for your midweek fix and spaces for banquets, tournaments, and private events. Dial in the swing, then plan the kind of celebration you actually want photos of.”

“Family trampoline-park chain offering slides and zip lines, along with foam pits and ninja-warrior courses.”

“The historic underground passageways of Seattle’s original neighborhood, Pioneer Square.”

“Cinema featuring first-run & classic films, plus concessions such as craft beer & chocolate popcorn.”

“Public course with a pro shop, offering scenic views of the city skyline.”

“Contemporary triplex movie theater with stadium seating & high-back chairs, plus a concession stand.”

“Iconic, 605-ft-tall spire at the Seattle Center, with an observation deck & a rotating restaurant.”

“Jackson Park Golf Course gives you an 18-hole Championship loop, a quick 9-hole Executive, and a driving range with Toptracer to dial things in. It’s famously one of Seattle’s driest public courses, plus lessons and leagues if you want to level up this week.”

“Clubhouse featuring a course for golfing plus various venues for weddings and other events.”

“Fans of classics, indie & foreign films favor this movie theater, which also stages special events.”

“Links style 9-hole golf course plus a large driving range, mini golf & virtual reality gaming.”

“Theater shows independent & foreign movies in keeping with its mission to promote the art of film.”

“Golf club with a course and a membership requirement.”

“Two-tiered driving range, 9-hole and 18-hole golf course with open-seating eatery.”