Movies, Monster Trucks, Music and More Things To Do in DC This Weekend With Kids

Carnival rides are only part of the fun at McLean Day at Lewinsville Park. Photo courtesy of the event
Carnival rides are only part of the fun at McLean Day at Lewinsville Park. Photo courtesy of the event
5/14/25 - By Stephanie Shipman

Looking for the best things to do in DC this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.

We're past Memorial Day Weekend – summer has officially begun! This Friday, kick off your summer with s'mores around the campfire at Watkins Nature Center orLong Branch Nature Center.

On Saturday, there are a few fun fests happening, likeUP Meadow Day at UP Native Wildflower Pollinator Meadow, the 34th Annual Glover Park Day, and Playpalooza DMV's first stop in Woodbridge.

If your kid is into monster trucks (I know mine is!), then check out Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party at CFG Arena. And if your kids LOVE carousels, check out Pride Family Day at Glen Echo Park on Sunday. It's also the last Friday to enjoy Canal Park May Music Series , and the last weekend for the Strawberry Jubilee Fest at Great Country Farms, so don't miss them! And if you need a caffeine boost, stop by Compass Coffee Falls Church, where all kids beverages are FREE on the last Saturday of each month all summer long – no purchase necessary! Enjoy the weekend!

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