Top 15 Kid-Friendly Things To Do Near Our Mill Creek & Bothell Campuses
🌞 Introduction
At Happy Bird Academy, we believe learning continues beyond the classroom — through play, exploration, and shared family time.
Here’s a parent-approved list of 15 kid-friendly places near our campuses.
🏞️ 1. North Creek Park Boardwalk (Bothell)
A beautiful floating boardwalk over wetlands — perfect for short nature walks and bird watching.
🏃♂️ 2. Tambark Creek Park (Bothell/Mill Creek)
Great playground, walking paths, and open fields for picnics.
🎨 3. Imagine Children’s Museum (Everett)
Interactive science, art, and play exhibits. Ideal for rainy days!
🧁 4. Frost Doughnuts (Mill Creek Town Center)
Grab a sweet treat after preschool drop-off — kid-approved and parent-loved.
🏊 5. Mill Creek YMCA Family Swim
Family swim times and parent–child classes are great for energy release.
🧩 6. Bothell Library Storytime
Free toddler and preschool story sessions — plus craft time.
🌳 7. Willis Tucker Park Splash Pad
A summertime favorite. Pack towels and sunscreen!
🎠 8. Arena Sports Mill Creek
Indoor soccer, inflatable play area, and toddler gym classes.
🥾 9. North Creek Trail
Stroller-friendly nature path connecting Mill Creek and Bothell neighborhoods.
🍦 10. The Creamery Co. (Bothell)
Local ice cream and waffle cones after a fun afternoon.
🐦 11. Country Village Shops (when open for seasonal events)
Charming local shops and occasional family markets.
🧗♀️ 12. Defy Everett (Trampoline Park)
Great for older preschoolers to burn off energy.
🖍️ 13. Mill Creek Town Center Events
Farmers markets, art walks, and music nights for families.
🌦️ 14. PlayHappy Café (Lynnwood)
Indoor playground with café for parents — best rainy-day hangout.
📚 15. Barnes & Noble Storytime (Alderwood)
Free story sessions every Saturday morning.
🧡 Local Tip
Bring a “little adventure bag” with snacks, wipes, and a small toy. Turning outings into mini learning moments — counting ducks, naming colors, or identifying shapes — keeps kids curious everywhere you go!
🕊️ How We Encourage Family Exploration
Happy Bird Academy teachers share monthly “Family Fun Ideas” with parents — blending outdoor learning and community connection.
From scavenger hunts to family craft days, we love seeing children continue learning outside school walls.