Spotlight Washington DC
National Landing's Pink in the Park kicks off this weekend with Pink in the Pool! Photo courtesy of Pink in the Park
National Cherry Blossom Festival, Live Theater, and More Things To Do in DC This Weekend With Kids
Enjoy the coolest events this weekend throughout the DC area.
Wear your green to the Greater Manassas St. Patrick's Day Parade! Photo by Lorie Shaull via Flickr 2.0
St. Patrick's Day Parades and More Best Things to Do in DC March 2025 with Kids
There are so many fun events happening in DC this month. Many of them are free!
Summer Camp photo courtesy of Canva
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Washington DC Summer Camp Guide
Find the perfect summer camp in DC for your child.
The famous DC cherry blossoms will make the whole family smile. Photo courtesy of Wonderlane Photography, Flickr Attribution 2.0 Generic
15 Kid-Friendly Spots to See the DC Cherry Blossoms
The blooming cherry blossoms at these 15 places will dazzle your family this spring.
Kids can have lots of outdoor adventures at Beauvoir Summer Camp. Photo courtesy of the Beauvoir Summer Program
Best Summer Camps in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
These great day camps are sure to give your kids a fun and memorable summer.
Go on a safari at Leesburg Animal Park. Photo by Sam Dean, courtesy of Visit Virginia
Ultimate Virginia Bucket List: 100 Things To Do With Kids in VA
Here is your ultimate bucket list of the best things to do in Virginia as a family.
Photo by Haoshuang Lou from Pexels
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Spring Break Ideas Guide for DC Kids and Families
The best Spring Break events and activities for kids in DC.
A Steamer Wagon tour is the perfect way to explore Yorktown Battlefield with kids! Photo by Jennifer Marino Walters
Yorktown with Kids: 18 Best Things To Do in Yorktown, Virginia
Learn and have fun in this historic town.
Did you know that the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is bigger than 18 football fields? Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress
Explore the Best Science Museums for Kids in DC: Educational Fun for All Ages
These top museums will truly engage young scientists.
It doesn't get much better than a delicious slice of pizza! Photo courtesy of Stracci Pizza
Where to Find the Best Pizza in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia
These great places will satisfy any pizza craving.
Sandy Hill Camp & Retreat Center offers lots of fun outdoor activities, including water sports. Photo courtesy of the camp
Best Overnight Summer Camps Near DC in Virginia and Maryland
These sleepaway camps are so much fun, your kids may not want to come home!
Toddlers have their own soft space to play at the National Children's Museum. Photo by Jason Dixson Photography courtesy of the museum.
Top Indoor Playgrounds & Play Spaces in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
Blow off steam even in the worst weather at these great indoor playgrounds near DC for kids of all...
Each room holds a new surprise at The Art of the Brick.
The Art of the Brick, the World's Most Famous LEGO Exhibit, Opens in DC
Trust us—you've never seen LEGO like this before!
Glide down Massanutten Resort's 16 snow tubing lanes. Photo courtesy of Massanutten Resort
Best Snow Tubing Near DC for Families
These 12 snow tubing parks offer winter fun for the whole family.
Experiential Learning Center at the National Museum of the United States Army. Photo by Anne Trenelone via Flickr
25 Free Things To Do Indoors in DC with Kids: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days
Kids can run, explore, climb, and play for free at these great places around the DC area.
Even tweens and teens can enjoy summer camp through Alexandria Parks & Rec. Photo courtesy of the Alexandria Department of Parks & Recreation
Top Free and Affordable Summer Camps in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia
These summer camps bring tons of fun without breaking the bank.
Kids eat free at IHOP every day of the week at many locations. Photo by Wendi Gratz via Flickr 2.0
Kids Eat Free: 17 DC Restaurants for Every Day of the Week
Fill kids' bellies for free at these family-friendly restaurants in and near DC.
Skate in the shadow of the National Gallery of Art. Photo by Elvert Barnes/CC BY 2.0
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DC Winter Vacation Guide: Best Getaways and Activities for Families
The ultimate guide to the best things to do with kids in Washington DC this winter!
Enjoy Art in Bloom during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Photo by Elvert Barnes via FLickr 2.0
101 Free Things To Do in DC with Kids
There are so many ways for families to have fun in and around DC without spending a dime!
The DC Winter Lantern Festival dazzles through January 12. Photo courtesy of the festival
Ultimate Winter Bucket List: 35 Best Things To Do with Kids in DC
Shake off the winter doldrums with these fun things to do in DC in 2024.
Child's Play has a great selection of toys, games, children's books, and more. Photo by Tony Ventouris Photography
Coolest Stores for Kids in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
Shop local and find some cool stuff for kids at these awesome stores.
There are so many places in the DC area to throw an epic birthday party. Photo courtesy of Pinstripes
Best Indoor Birthday Party Places for Kids in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
Here are some places for kids to have a fabulous birthday party in the DC area, rain or shine!
Cherry Hill Park has lots of fun places for kids to explore. Photo courtesy of author Jess Goodwin
Best Things To Do in Falls Church City, VA with Kids
Falls Church City is small in size and big on fun!

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Dragons Love Tacos at Adventure Theatre
Adventure Theatre - various times Pick
Fantastic Forces with The Science Guys of Baltimore (at Discovery Theater)
Discovery Theater – Ripley Center - various times Pick
US Capitol & US Capitol Visitor Center Tour
US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
Bureau of Engraving and Printing Tour
Bureau of Engraving and Printing - 9:00 AM
The White House Tour
The White House - 9:30 AM
Pink in the Pool at Long Bridge Aquatic Center
Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center - 9:00 AM Pick
Cherry Blossom Family Celebration at SAAM
Smithsonian American Art Museum - 11:30 AM Pick
Maya Wei-Haas: A Reading and Presentation at Bards Alley
Bards Alley - 11:00 AM Pick
Dog Man: The Musical (at the Lyric)
Lyric Baltimore - various times Pick
Dragons Love Tacos at Adventure Theatre
Adventure Theatre - various times Pick
Dragons Love Tacos at Adventure Theatre
Adventure Theatre - various times Pick
Mother Goose at Imagination Stage
Imagination Stage - various times Pick
George Washington's Mount Vernon
George Washington's Mount Vernon - 9:00 AM
Ford's Theatre Tour
Ford's Theatre - 9:00 AM
Family Activity at the National Museum of the United States Army
National Museum of the United States Army - 9:00 AM
US Capitol & US Capitol Visitor Center Tour
US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
George Washington's Mount Vernon
George Washington's Mount Vernon - 9:00 AM
Ford's Theatre Tour
Ford's Theatre - 9:00 AM
Bureau of Engraving and Printing Tour
Bureau of Engraving and Printing - 9:00 AM
International Spy Museum
International Spy Museum DC - 9:00 AM
Storytime at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - 11:00 AM Pick
US Capitol & US Capitol Visitor Center Tour
US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
Ford's Theatre Tour
Ford's Theatre - 9:00 AM
Bureau of Engraving and Printing Tour
Bureau of Engraving and Printing - 9:00 AM
The White House Tour
The White House - 9:30 AM
STORYTIME at the Hirshhorn
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
US Capitol & US Capitol Visitor Center Tour
US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
The White House Tour
The White House - 9:30 AM
Bureau of Engraving and Printing Tour
Bureau of Engraving and Printing - 9:00 AM
Ford's Theatre Tour
Ford's Theatre - 9:00 AM
Storytime at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - 11:00 AM Pick
US Capitol & US Capitol Visitor Center Tour
US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
The White House Tour
The White House - 9:30 AM
Bureau of Engraving and Printing Tour
Bureau of Engraving and Printing - 9:00 AM
Ford's Theatre Tour
Ford's Theatre - 9:00 AM

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National Landing's Pink in the Park kicks off this weekend with Pink in the Pool! Photo courtesy of Pink in the Park
National Cherry Blossom Festival, Live Theater, and More Things To Do in DC This Weekend With Kids
Stephanie Shipman, Mar 19 - Enjoy the coolest events this weekend throughout the DC area. READ MORE
The famous DC cherry blossoms will make the whole family smile. Photo courtesy of Wonderlane Photography, Flickr Attribution 2.0 Generic
15 Kid-Friendly Spots to See the DC Cherry Blossoms
Katie Sivinski, Mar 16 - The blooming cherry blossoms at these 15 places will dazzle your family this spring. READ MORE
It doesn't get much better than a delicious slice of pizza! Photo courtesy of Stracci Pizza
Where to Find the Best Pizza in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia
Stephanie Shipman, Mar 14 - These great places will satisfy any pizza craving. READ MORE
Get into the St. Patrick's Day spirit at the Ireland at the Wharf Festival. Photo courtesy of the event
St. Patrick's Day Weekend 2025 in DC: Parades, Women's History Month Celebrations, and More Things To Do
Stephanie Shipman, Mar 12 - Enjoy these great things to do in Washington, DC with kids this St. Patrick's Day weekend. READ MORE
Kids can have lots of outdoor adventures at Beauvoir Summer Camp. Photo courtesy of the Beauvoir Summer Program
Best Summer Camps in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
Jennifer Swope, Mar 9 - These great day camps are sure to give your kids a fun and memorable summer. READ MORE
Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr
Cheap Spring Break Trips for Family Vacations
Rose Gordon Sala, Mar 8 - It's not too late to plan a budget-friendly spring break escape! READ MORE
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Wegmans Wonderplace is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Photo courtesy of Wegmans Wonderplace at the National Museum of American History
Best Attractions and Things To Do in DC that are Kid-Friendly
Here are some best kid-friendly attractions to visit in our nation's capital.
April is the ideal month to see the Washington, DC cherry blossoms. Photo courtesy of the National Park Service
Top Attractions in DC: The Best Things to See and Do with Kids
Here are the best things to see and do with kids in our nation's capital.
Climb the famous steps of the Lincoln Memorial for a gorgeous view of the reflecting pool and the Washington Monument. Photo by anjanettew via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Visiting Washington, DC's National Mall and Memorial Parks with Kids
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Explore amazing interactive exhibits at the National Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum
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Did you know that the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is bigger than 18 football fields? Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress
Explore the Best Science Museums for Kids in DC: Educational Fun for All Ages
These top museums will truly engage young scientists.
Each room holds a new surprise at The Art of the Brick.
The Art of the Brick, the World's Most Famous LEGO Exhibit, Opens in DC
Trust us—you've never seen LEGO like this before!