I don't bike but we happened upon this fantastic park in Seatac, and boy did we wish we did! This…read moreis a kids heyday! Brand new facility, picnic area, even a podium for the winners. What a gem in Seatac!

This track has been in the area for 40 years and the facility is the BEST it's ever been! Probably…read moreone of the greatest family oriented positive places in the state. Thank you for maintaining such an incredible place.

What a great way to go on an urban hike, especially right now, as time is mostly spent inside for…read moresheltering-in-place. We decided on a nice, sunny day to get outside on a Saturday, but wanted a place with plenty of space to do so and in an area that many don't flock to, in order to practice social distancing. Therefore, Lake Hills Greenbelt is the perfect place for doing just that. We drove to the Larsen Lake Blueberry Farm in the Lake Hills neighborhood where you can access the Lake Hills Greenbelt. Past the blueberry bushes, there's a trail that will ultimately take you miles and miles around Bellevue. It's amazing how much walking we did. We went from the trail at Larsen Lake Blueberry Farm and followed the greenbelt for five miles. You can loop around, which is what we ultimately did after it started to get dark and rainy. But you can go even further, all the way south by Mercer Slough and the Coal Creek area and upwards towards Redmond. The trail took us through other parks and trails and many different Bellevue neighborhoods. The trail is easy to follow, as it's well-paved and doesn't have many hills. Signs along the path will lead you to all different routes. There's plenty of beautiful greenery around, including nature restoration and wildlife areas. You'll hear and see many birds and critters around, especially since it's much more quiet these days. I recommend walking this greenbelt if you're looking for an easy urban hike around Bellevue.

Consisting of over 3 miles of paved trails surrounded by 172 acres of wetlands, the Lake Hills…read moreGreenbelt Park in Bellevue, WA is a great place to take a leisurely, non-elevated urban hike. Our family had a chance to enjoy a beautiful Saturday afternoon in the Pacific Northwest in the park, walking back and forth between the two small lakes that it connects, using the Lake to Lake Trail. We started out in the south part of the park, parking the car in the large paved parking lot and walking to the small pier overlooking Phantom Lake (63 acres, max depth of 45 feet, so named because like a phantom, it appears, disappears, and reappears during the seasons ). This area has the oldest and tallest trees in Bellevue, which we got to admire as we started our walk. There are owls and bats here, with signs warning about the owls if walking during twilight. One passes by the tBug Bellevue Community Garden, which was being prepared for Halloween festivities. At the North end of the park is Larsen Lake (10 acres), being surrounded by Larsen pick-your-own blueberry farm. You are allowed to fish in both Larsen and Phantom Lakes, but boating is not allowed. Indoor restroom facilities are available on both ends of the park.

Cool stuff and so many vendors, selling wood crafted items, copper, wall art, photography art,…read moreceramics, jewelry and clothes. Vendors were from OR, NM, Ok, WA and more.

The Bellevue Arts Fair is Bellevue's best, annual event that occurs the last weekend in July. For…read moreart lovers in the Seattle area, it's a fair to visit and explore as there's a lot of artwork of all mediums to see and learn about. And it's always a fun time! The Bellevue Arts Fair occurs from the Bellevue Galleria area across the Bellevue Transit Center to the parking garage area by Bell Square, pass Nordstrom. Everything is walking distance, and they do block certain streets for where vendors are. With that said, I recommend taking public transit if you want to avoid the parking mayhem that can occur this busy weekend. However, you can still find parking in the mall and around the Bellevue Downtown Park if you get there early enough. As mentioned earlier, there's artwork of all mediums, so a lot of variety. The artwork also ranges in different price points and it's cool to see where the artists are from, as many travel from all around the West Coast to Bellevue, just to showcase their craftsmanship. In addition to the artwork to explore, there are food trucks and live music, and the Bellevue Arts Museum offers free admission all weekend and hosts a wine garden. Fun times. It's one of my favorite summer festivals to check out. Support the arts and small business!

Have you guys ever tried sim racing?…read more We recently visited Gripwerx Simulation Racing, which was our first time checking out a racing simulation center. Gripwerx is conveniently located on the second floor of Redmond Town Center, and features a setup of racing simulators for an immersive experience. I've only seen a racing rig at PAX, so it was cool to see the number of setups for Formula and GT simulation. You pay for each 15-minute segment ($20 each) with a special buy three, get one session free deal. They also have all day passes available for purchase, which is great as a weekend activity. Gripwerx takes drop-in visitors but I also recommend booking a session online to guarantee a spot. Knowing that it's a simulation, you probably wouldn't think there's a physical aspect to it, but after an hour of immersive driving, my husband said that it did take some focus. With a variety of car models and courses available in their inventory, including local tracks like Pacific Raceways, Gripwerx was a fun experience and he'll definitely be going back for more!

Haven't been to their store yet, but my husband spoke with Calvin since we've been interested in…read morebuilding our own setup at home. Calvin was very friendly, easy to talk to and gave great recommendations. I see all 5 stars for in person experiences at their store too so I'm definitely booking a trip up there soon to support their business.

Kirkland Summerfest is a neighborhood summer event. It has everything from kids events, beer…read moregarden and live band stage, booths for sales and information, booths for food and drinks. The Kirkland Summerfest is one of the prettiest festivals, aesthetically speaking. Incorporating the use of beach, park, Heritage Hall, and the streets, there is a lot to appreciate the natural beauty in this area. It's moderate in size. Over the years, they have changed how many streets they close for this event. This year (2019) is more modest in size. The good thing is that they are open from Friday to Sunday so you can choose the convenient time for you to attend. Be sure to study the map so you're not missing out! Parking is street only, or library or city hall.

I participated in the Kirkland Summerfest in conjunction with the Sip Kirkland wine tasting event…read more I had a really great time here and even though there were a lot of people at the event it wasn't overly crowded unlike other food / festival events that are overwhelmingly busy and the lines are really long. The weather was perfect and this year it was located at the downtown Kirkland Marina Park and it is an absolutely beautiful park especially to eat and drink and enjoy the scenery for a social event like this.

By far, "the greatest setting in college football"! Wear your purple and come early to tailgate or…read morehop a boat to sailgate . Inside the stadium, you'll find classic stadium eats, conveniently located beverage and snack kiosks and a plethora of husky merch purchase options . The main store is on the first floor of the main concourse and there's a number of gear kiosks along the way! Cashless stadium so plan accordingly.

Great college stadium with stunning views of the lake. This stadium is known for its high decibel…read morecrowd noise. This is due to the design of the roof effectively trapping the noise. This stadium features a U-shaped design and located right on the shores of Lake Washington. We've attended numerous Husky games have always had a great time. Staff members are cheerful and friendly. Concession stand prices are astronomical, which is to be expected. They do have a solid selection beverages and food. Tailgating and sailgating are time honored tradition at Husky stadium given the promixity to Lake Washington. Getting to the games is now easier with the light rail stop directly outside the stadium. Both Metro and Sound Transit have bus routes near the stadium. The most common strategy is to drive and park near or on University Avenue and walk through the UW campus. This stadium is convenient and a ton of fun.

The Redmond Arts Festival is an annual festival that occurs in the Redmond Town Center during the…read moresummer season. If you're into art, especially finding local art, the Redmond Arts Festival is an event that was created with you in mind. I'm in Redmond a lot, and while I was at the Redmond Town Center for other business, I checked out the Redmond Arts Festival while it was going on. The Redmond Town Center has vendors lined up along the town center, selling their artwork and there is live music that plays in the main plaza, by the water fountain. The selection of artwork is small, especially compared to other art festivals that occur around the area. But it's cool that Redmond has their own community event. Also, this year, they've timed this festival during Redmond Derby Days where Microsoft shuttles can take you to and from both events for free. Smart thinking! It was nice to see what was offered this year, but if you're not already in Redmond, I wouldn't go out of my way to visit due to how small the festival is.

An annual three-day weekend arts festival that's a fun addition to the Redmond Derby Days (and…read moredon't forget the seasonal Redmond Saturday Market)! The town center becomes lined with booths of various handmade goods, including the usual set of paintings, crafts, pottery, jewelry, and sculptures. Other activities are present as well: live bands performing all day, kid-friendly activities, and a couple of food trucks. Of course, this is not a large city like Seattle, so come with expectations set to what a nice, small town like Redmond would offer!

I was asked (by the court system) to help these folks out when I was young. Ya, community…read moreservice.... but I am all grown up now. The fact that I did this service, made me realize how COOL it is! They have old trains and coal cars, neet artifacts and it's very cool. The hours are funky, but if you want something different to do on the cheap, check this place out!

A for effort! Many good artifacts. Small space . Challenging parking. Hours are inconsistent at…read moretimes. I love the old outdoor jail cell! Old Issaquah was full of Finnish immigrants that did coal mining and farming. Good decent hardworking people. My grandfather was a dairy farmer in Issaquah. Very proud of our heritage in this little city! Check out the museum!