Kirby and the Rainbow Curse is a video game released for the Wii U in 2015. It is the sequel to the 2005 Nintendo DS game, Kirby: Canvas Curse. In this game, players control Kirby by drawing rainbow lines on the screen with the Wii U GamePad stylus. The main idea of the game is Kirby's transformation into a ball and his journey through various levels to save the colors of Dream Land. The game starts with a new enemy called Claycia, who turns Dream Land into a colorless place. Kirby, along with his friends Elline and Bandana Waddle Dee, embarks on a quest to restore color to their world.

Holiday Magic at The Fair: Fantastic Festive Fun for Families

You’ve got to hand it to the Washington State Fair. Back during the first pandemic holiday season, the Fair’s creative minds came up with a drive-through winter light show to entertain us — when there was basically nothing else to do. Then they reinvented the event last year, allowing folks to wander around and enjoy wintery Fair fun on foot.

Now back for its third year, Holiday Magic at the Fair remains a fun and sweet in-real-life dose of holiday cheer. On a scale of one to four, we give it four scones!

Holiday Magic is not around for long, though, with just 16 select dates between Dec. 1 and 23. (That means buy your tix asap.)

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Head for the rides

Once inside the gate, we beelined it to the free rides, which are unlimited. We hopped on both the merry-go-round and Santa’s Express Train, which takes you through a tunnel and around a loop to see lights.

Santa’s Express Train at Holiday Magic at the Fair. Image courtesy of the Washington State Fair

My 6-year-old’s favorite was Santa’s Village. For Holiday Magic, the cluster of buildings that is normally the Farm at Sillyville was decked out to look like Santa’s workshop, a candy factory, a gift wrap station and Mrs. Claus’ kitchen. Adorable. Each kid got a mini stocking to fill with goodies at each stop. The sweet ladies at the last stop, Mrs. Claus’ kitchen, offered us milk and cookies by a cozy fireplace.

New and returning fun in 2022

New this year, families will enjoy free games and activities in Arena T. Look for corn hole, giant Jenga and mini golf.

Also new this year, commune with your “gnomies” walking among a festive display of gnomes. The gnomes are set up at the Tractor Tracks.

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Returning highlights include the tunnel of lights set up in the draft horse barn, and the Joy Experience, a display that highlights different holiday traditions from various cultures and countries around the world.

The sweet manger display includes live animals.

“Ice” skating

This year the ice-skating add-on should be called “ice”-skating, as the rink is some nifty synthetic ice designed to replicate the experience of skating on ice. Skating will cost you an additional $10 per person, if you pay onsite, or $8 if you buy a ticket in advance online. We opted to skip the ice skating because there was so much other stuff to do.

Live animals feature in the manger display. Credit: JiaYing Grygiel

We attended Holiday Magic on opening night last year, and were surprised it wasn’t at all packed. There was hardly any wait for the rides. But the word is out now. We suggest buying your tickets early and packing a little bit of patience.

Most attractions are under cover but you’ll be outside plenty as well. Dress to be outside in Pacific Northwest winter weather.

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Out of the park

With this event, we thought the Fair really hit it out of the park. We appreciated that the staff members were so kind to the kids.

We fought through Friday rush hour traffic to get to the fairgrounds, and by the time everyone was ready to go home, we’d blown through dinnertime and bedtime. Dinner wound up being warm Fisher scones with jam, which hit at least two food groups, right?

The kids went home clutching their stockings with happy, sticky faces. Completely worth it.

If you go.

Where: Holiday Magic 2022 takes place at the Washington State Fair Events Center — also known as the Puyallup fairgrounds — at 110 9th Avenue S.W. in Puyallup. Puyallup is about a 45-minute drive from either Seattle or Bellevue, and about 20 minutes from Tacoma.

When: Holiday Magic dates for 2022 are: Dec. 1–4, 8–11, 15–18 and 20–23, 4:30–9:30 p.m. (last entry at 8:30 p.m.)

Tickets: Book your date-specific tickets online for the best prices: $22.50 for ages 13 and older; $17.50 for kids ages 6–12; $12.50 for kids ages 3–5; kids ages 2 and younger enter free. If you buy tickets at the gate, tickets range from $13–$25 (see the website for details).

Extras:

• Add on a skating session on the Fair’s synthetic rink (including skates) for $8 when booked online. Skating sessions last about 45 minutes. Skating costs $10 onsite.
• Add on snowflake 3D glasses for $3 when booked online.

Entrance and parking: The entrance to Holiday Magic is at the Green Gate, off Fairview Drive on the west side of the fairgrounds. Parking in the Green Lot is free.

Good to know:

• The event goes on rain or shine. While most attractions are covered or indoors, it’s a good idea to wear your rain jackets. It is December, after all.
• Concessions are available, including Fair favorites like Fisher scones.

More holiday fun in 2022:

• Ho-Ho-Holiday Fun for Families on a Budget
• Best Holiday Light Displays Around Seattle and Beyond
• Take a Spin! Seasonal and Permanent Ice Skating Rinks Around Town

Holiday Magic

Take a wonder-filled stroll through magical lights, festive displays and holiday joy. Celebrate this special time of year, with holiday activities - both indoors and outdoors.

Kirby, along with his friends Elline and Bandana Waddle Dee, embarks on a quest to restore color to their world. Throughout the game, players must navigate Kirby through different stages filled with obstacles, enemies, and puzzles. The main objective is to guide Kirby to the end of each level, collecting as many beads and stars as possible along the way.

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Washington State Fair Events Center

Players must draw rainbow lines to guide Kirby and help him avoid dangers or reach higher platforms. The game features vibrant and colorful graphics, and the use of the Wii U GamePad adds a unique element to the gameplay. Players can also use the touch screen to interact with the environment, uncover hidden items, or defeat enemies. Kirby and the Rainbow Curse offers a fun and challenging experience for players of all ages. The game encourages creativity and problem-solving skills as players navigate through the levels and complete various objectives. The colorful visuals and cheerful soundtrack make the game a visually appealing and enjoyable experience. In conclusion, Kirby and the Rainbow Curse is a delightful and entertaining game for the Wii U. With its unique gameplay mechanics, charming characters, and vibrant visuals, the game is a must-play for fans of the Kirby series or anyone looking for a fun and engaging gaming experience..

Reviews for "The Positive Reception of Kirby and the Multicolored Curse on Wii U"

1. John - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with Kirby and the multicolored curse for the Wii U. The gameplay felt repetitive and lacked any real challenge. The levels were too short and the boss battles were way too easy. The graphics were also underwhelming, especially for a game on the Wii U. Overall, I found it to be a lackluster experience with not much to offer.

2. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I was hoping for a fun and entertaining game with Kirby and the multicolored curse, but I was sorely let down. The controls were clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to play. The storyline was also lacking depth and failed to keep my interest. Additionally, the game felt too short and didn't offer much replay value. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this game to others as there are much better options out there.

3. Mike - 1/5 stars - Kirby and the multicolored curse for the Wii U was a complete waste of time and money. The level designs were uninspired and the gameplay was repetitive to the point of boredom. The puzzles felt forced and the platforming elements were lackluster. The boss battles were a joke, offering no real challenge. Overall, I regret purchasing this game and would advise others to not waste their money on it.

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