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Top 5 Things To Do Near Olympia With Kids This Week

There is lots of fun happening near Olympia the week of 9/2 to 9/8!

By Breanne Selland September 2, 2024

Every Monday, Macaroni KID Olympia shares our picks for five things to do with your kids in Olympia, WA over the coming week. 


Here are Macaroni KID Olympia's top picks for things to do this week in the area. Click on the links for all the details!

1. Movie at the Marina- "Goonies!"

Bring your family to Swantown Marina for an outdoor showing of the classic movie, "Goonies". Bring your own blankets and chairs this Saturday at 8pm.

2. Spectacular Sands @ WET Science Center

Come join the fun, crafting with a variety of sands and containers. Fun sensory play for all ages! Saturday the 7th, 10am to 4pm.

3. Mapathé Diop Workshop - Traditional Drumming of Senegal

Mapathé Diop is a Master Drummer from Dakar, Senegal, West Africa. Join him this Sunday at Tolmie State Park for performances and the chance to try playing the drums!

Open to all ages. No registration required - Seating is available for up to 45 people. 10am to 11:30am.

4. Construction Club @ Olympia Library

For grades Kindergarten through 3rd. Engineer and create with LEGO® bricks, connector straws, KEVA planks, and more! Drop in or stay the whole time. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Thursday 4pm-5pm.

5. Petting Zoo and Organic Farm

Schedule a weekend tour at the Dancing Goats and Singing Chickens organic farm in Yelm! Petting zoo and learning opportunities for all ages!

*Please be sure to call to ensure farm is open for visitors*

14062 Yelm Hwy SE Yelm, Washington 98597

(360) 489-2830

ayub98516@gmail.com