Dragons, mermaids, and unicorns, oh my! There is nothing like a bit of magic to usher in fall and the spooky season! The City of Lacey’s beloved annual event, Children’s Day, returns on October 3, 2026, at Huntamer Park. It’s a free family event with plenty of magic for kids of all ages, and parents too!
The no-cost event ensures all can come and enjoy the booths, activities, and magical atmosphere. Children’s Day brings the community together, gets kids moving, and the entire family away from their screens for a few hours. It’s a magical time, especially this year with a theme of “Celebrating the Magic of Mythical Creatures.”
Free Kids Activities in Lacey
Head to Huntamer Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on October 3, for free kids’ activities, craft vendors, food trucks, and more. There is no charge for admission or for any of the activities.
Your child can go on a Mythical Quest Obstacle Course bounce house; dance with the fae folk in the Fairy Dance Party dance dome; and conquer the dragon at the Dragon Descent, a 24-foot dual slide.
Then get your crafty on with super glue, glitter and more! Free crafts will include fantastical potion bottle making; fun coloring pages; creating your own magical land or creatures with LEGO; making fanciful sand necklaces; playing in the sand sensory bin; and event martial arts mini-lessons to unleash the knight within!
Lacey’s Children’s Day, a Family Event for All
In addition to activities, your family can enjoy the free live entertainment – schedule coming soon – and then shop the vendors. This is the second year with a Kids Market that you won’t want to miss! Thirty kid-preneaurs will have booths selling their own creations. You will find all kind of items – it’s perfect for starting that holiday shopping a bit early or buying yourself a treasure.
There will also be community resource booths for you learn more about services in our area – you just might find what you’ve been needing!
When you get hungry, purchase munchies from a local food vendor. And, if you own a local business or run an organization, you still have time to reserve a booth! Booth applications close September 18 – register online.
It’s the start of Halloween season, so the whole family is encouraged to wear costumes! Fit the theme with knights, witches, unicorns, and dragons, or dress as anyone you like. The point of the day is to be with your family, engage with your community, and have fun! Memories like this are priceless – make some magical ones at this year’s Children’s Day.
Lacey’s Children’s Day
October 3, 2026
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Huntamer Park
618 Woodland Square Loop SE
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