Photo: Edmonds Center For the Arts
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Photo: Edmonds Center For the Arts
Edmonds Center For the Arts
★4.6(997 reviews)$$Theater
🕑 1.5-2.5 hours including pre-show arrival time👶 Best for ages 4 and up. Younger elementary-aged children particularly enjoy the youth theater productions and family concerts, while tweens and teens appreciate the musical performances and cultural events. Most shows run 60-90 minutes, making them manageable for kids who are ready to sit through a performance.🧡 Saved by 250+ families
About
The Edmonds Center for the Arts is a welcoming community theater that brings quality performing arts to families in a comfortable, accessible setting. From children's theater productions and family concerts to movies and cultural performances, this venue offers diverse entertainment options that introduce kids to the magic of live performance without the intimidation of a large downtown theater.
Highlights
- ✓High-quality children's theater productions featuring professional and local talent
- ✓Family concert series with diverse musical genres from classical to contemporary
- ✓Special movie screenings and film festivals appropriate for kids
- ✓Intimate 700-seat theater where every seat has a good view
- ✓Clean, modern facilities with accessible seating and family restrooms
Pro Tips
- 1.Check their online calendar in advance as family-friendly shows sell out quickly, especially during school breaks and holidays
- 2.Arrive 20-30 minutes early to pick up tickets, use restrooms, and let kids explore the lobby without feeling rushed before showtime
- 3.Box office hours are limited (weekdays 12-5 PM), so purchase tickets online if visiting on weekends or for evening shows
- 4.Opt for aisle seats when booking if you have younger children who may need a quick bathroom break during the performance
- 5.Visit the nearby Edmonds waterfront before or after a show for a full day of family fun
Best Time to Visit
Weekend matinee performances are ideal for families with younger children, offering earlier showtimes (typically 2-3 PM) that don't interfere with bedtimes. Check the season calendar for special family programming during school breaks and summer months.
What to Know
Ticket prices vary by performance but are generally affordable for community theater ($15-40 per person). Free parking is available in the city lot adjacent to the venue. Light concessions are available, but outside snacks are typically not permitted during performances.
Seasonal Notes
The venue operates year-round with programming peaks during fall and spring seasons. Summer often features special youth theater camps with end-of-session performances. Holiday shows in November and December are extremely popular and require advance booking.
Nearby Eats
Walk two blocks to Daphne's Bar & Grill for kid-friendly American fare with a children's menu, or head to Engel's Pub for pizza and burgers in a casual family atmosphere just a few minutes away on Main Street.
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