5 Top Kid Friendly Activities in Burien

If your kids are starting to feel a bit of cabin fever, don’t let boredom rule their winter days. There are many kid-friendly activities to do in Burien that will keep them entertained. From creative and artistic events to activities for the young sports enthusiast, you can find things for families and kids to do all season long.

The Jungle Gym

With a motto of “Celebrate, Learn, Play,” The Jungle Gym in Burien is a fun place for kids to go. It offers a range of programs and activities, from gymnastics classes to open gyms. Facility equipment includes not just a gymnastics area, but also a trampoline, rock wall, ropes, cargo net, and even a zip line. Kids can participate in camps or kids’ nights (which includes free play, dinner, and a kid-friendly movie) and enroll in classes for ages two and up.

Burien Recreation Center

Find a variety of activities to do throughout the year at the Burien Community Center. Ages preschool through teen can enjoy classes, special events, and programs. Kids can participate in programs such as ballet, dance, sports skills, basketball, soccer, yoga, and karate as well as cooking and art classes. Special events such as a Valentine’s Dance, Kids’ Nights, Teen Nights, after-school programs, and camps are also available at the Community Center.

Seahurst Park

Bundle up and take in the beauty of The Puget Sound by taking a beach walk at Seahurst Park. Take turns with the camera, or challenge kids to take pictures of different nature shots for a fun outdoor adventure that doesn’t cost a dime.

Visit Storybook Theater

Treat your kids to a live theater event that’s tailored to a younger audience by viewing a performance at Storybook Theater. Located in Renton, less than eight miles from Burien, the theater specializes in performing interactive live musicals for children. Bright costumes, engaging music, and fun and interesting stories keep children and adults alike engaged and entertained. The performers even incorporate life lessons into their fun performances. Dates and show times vary, and tickets are available for less than $20.

Seattle Aquarium

Venture just a bit farther to explore all the amazing wonders of the Seattle Aquarium. Located less than eleven miles from Burien, Seattle has plenty for families to see and do, and that includes the Aquarium, which not only delights and entertains, but also educates with their many exhibits. Exhibits include Marine Mammals, Underwater Dome, Birds and Shoes, Tropical Pacific, and more. There’s also a Family Activity Center, daily octopus feedings, and interactive NASA kiosks to enjoy. Families can also participate in educational programs such as low-tide beach walks, conservation workshops, and family science weekends.

Kids need activities to strengthen their minds and bodies, and no matter what they are interested in, there are places to go and things to do that can not only entertain, but also enrich and educate. Fun doesn’t have to be complicated; whether it’s a gymnastics class or a trip to a museum, there’s always something kids can look forward to.

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