Explore! Family Fair Returns to Seattle Center

Cascade PBS hosts annual event with Daniel Tiger appearance and focus on outdoor adventures, urban activities, and community connections.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 3:07pm

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Cascade PBS is hosting the fourth annual EXPLORE! Family Fair at Seattle Center's Exhibition Hall, featuring a wide range of kids' activities, family-friendly experiences, workshops, and dozens of exhibitors highlighting outdoor and urban adventures, community resources, and services that support kids and families. The event will include a special appearance and photo opportunity with Daniel Tiger from the PBS Kids series.

Why it matters

The EXPLORE! Family Fair aims to advance the reclamation of outdoor spaces for underrepresented communities and celebrate kindness and community. The event is free to attend thanks to support from PNC, making it accessible for families of all backgrounds.

The details

The EXPLORE! Family Fair will feature exhibits, workshops, and activities focused on outdoor adventures, urban activities, and community connections. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Daniel Tiger, the beloved character from the PBS Kids series. The event is hosted by Alison Mariella Désir, founder of the Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir podcast, and is dedicated to promoting inclusivity in the outdoors.

  • The EXPLORE! Family Fair is taking place on January 28, 2026.
  • This is the fourth year the event has been held.

The players

Cascade PBS

The local public television station hosting the EXPLORE! Family Fair.

Daniel Tiger

The popular character from the PBS Kids series "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood" who will make a special appearance at the event.

Alison Mariella Désir

The founder of the Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir podcast, who is hosting the EXPLORE! Family Fair.

PNC

The generous sponsor of the EXPLORE! Family Fair, making the event free for attendees.

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What they’re saying

“EXPLORE! is hosted by Alison Mariella Désir of Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir and is dedicated to advancing the reclamation of outdoor spaces for underrepresented communities.”

— Alison Mariella Désir, Host, Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir (cascadepbs.org)

What’s next

Those who want to meet Daniel Tiger will need to reserve a timeslot in advance.

The takeaway

The EXPLORE! Family Fair provides a fun and inclusive opportunity for families to discover outdoor adventures, urban activities, and community connections, while also celebrating diversity and kindness.