Twenty Extravagant Autumn Shows Suitable for Puget Sound Families to Enjoy

Get ready, culture enthusiasts! The Pacific Northwest is brimming with a diverse array of performances and exhibitions that are sure to captivate your senses. Here's a roundup of some unmissable events happening in the region.

Theatre and Musicals

The classic musical "The Lion King" is roaring its way into the Paramount Theatre from Dec. 4 to Jan. 4, 2026. Prepare for an unforgettable journey through the African savannah.
Two local theaters, Tacoma Musical Playhouse and Ballyhoo Theatre and Seattle's Performers, are teaming up to bring the timeless tale of "Annie" to life from Sept. 12 to Oct. 5 and Dec. 5-19, respectively.
Fancy a whimsical adventure? Don't miss "The Snow Queen" at Olympia Family Theater from Dec. 4-28.
The Broadway adaptation of "Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella" will be gracing the stages of Driftwood Players community theater (Nov. 21-Dec. 14) and Studio East youth theater (Dec. 12-21).
"Brigadoon" is being performed at the Francis J. Gaudette Theatre (Sept. 16-Oct. 19) and Everett Performing Arts Center (Oct. 25-Nov. 16). Step back in time to this enchanting Scottish village.
"The Lightning Thief" is lighting up the stage at Vashon Center for the Arts on Nov. 14-15.

Dance and Ballet

The Grand Kyiv Ballet is bringing "Don Quixote" to the Edmonds Center for the Arts on Oct. 19.
The Nrityagram Dance Ensemble will perform at the same venue on Oct. 11, offering a unique blend of traditional and contemporary Indian dance.
The ballet program "Jewels" will be performed at McCaw Hall in Seattle from Sept. 26 to Oct. 5, while the Seattle Gilbert & Sullivan Society is presenting "The Pirates of Penzance" from October 18 to November 1 at the same venue.
The Nrityagram Dance Ensemble will also perform at the Edmonds Center for the Arts in Edmonds on Oct. 11.

Exhibitions and Special Events

The Mukai Farm & Garden is hosting a Japan Festival on Sept. 6, offering open houses for tours of the farmhouse and exhibits. The grounds are open and free to the public daily.
The special exhibition "Seahawks 50: A Legacy in Blue and Green" is on display at MOPOP in Seattle. Football fans won't want to miss this celebration of the Seahawks' 50-year history.
The exhibit "Selma is Now: The March For Justice Continues" is currently on display at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
"The Things They Brought Home: Memories of Washington's Vietnam Veterans" is on display at the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma.
The exhibit "Origin Stories" by Nina Katchadourian is on display at the National Nordic Museum in Seattle.
"DISplace" is on display at the Wing Luke Museum in Seattle, exploring the experiences of Asian Americans in the Pacific Northwest.

Family-Friendly Events

The puppet show "Gingerbread Boy" is being performed at Sammamish Library (Dec. 2) and Seattle Center (Dec. 8).
"Sesame Street Live: Elmo and Friends Say Hello" is coming to the Paramount Theatre (Oct. 17) and Pantages Theater (Oct. 19).
The family-friendly dance-along musical comedy show "Koo Koo" will be performed at the Kirkland Performance Center in Kirkland on Sept. 7.
The concert performance "The Magical Music of Harry Potter in Concert" will be performed at the Rialto Theater in Tacoma on Dec. 6.

Whether you're a theatre lover, a dance enthusiast, or a history buff, there's something for everyone in this vibrant cultural calendar. So mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable journey through the arts!

Twenty Extravagant Autumn Shows Suitable for Puget Sound Families to Enjoy