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Honor those who died while serving in the US military during Flowers of Remembrance Day at Arlington National Cemetery. US Army photo by Elizabeth Fraser
Memorial Day Weekend 2025 in DC Best Things To Do with Kids: Festivals, Day Trips, and More
Find fun things to do this Memorial Day weekend with kids in the DC area.
Revel in the beauty of Blooming Wonders at ARTECHOUSE. Photo by Elvert Barnes via Flickr 2.0
45 Spring Bucket List Ideas for Kids in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia
Have a blast all season long in the DC area with these 45 fun spring activities for families.
Which pup will win the Running of the Chihuahuas? Event photo courtesy of The Wharf DC
Best Things to Do in DC May 2025 with Kids
Enjoy great things to do in the DC area all month long, including Mother's Day and Memorial Day.
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Spring Fun Guide for DC Kids and Families
The best Spring Break events and activities for kids in DC.
Full up your buckets with juicy red strawberries. Photo courtesy of Great Country Farms
Best Strawberry Picking and Summer Strawberry Festivals Near DC
You'll have a sweet time picking strawberries at these nearby farms.
The Arlington County Fair promises loads of fun! Photo courtesy of the fair
28 Summer Festivals and Fairs in 2025 in DC for Families
Gather the family and enjoy a great day out at one of these fun summer festivals.
Meet lots of goats and cows at South Mountain Creamery. Photo by Jenifer Marino Walters
12 Great Animal Farms and Petting Zoos near DC for Kids
Get up close to all kinds of animals at these great farms and petting zoos.
Sunset Cinema at Cherry Hill Park in Falls Church, Virginia. Photo courtesy of the event.
Free Outdoor Movies in DC in Summer 2025 for Kids
Enjoy a family-friendly flick under the stars this summer!
Georgetown Waterfront Park's fountain is the perfect place to cool off on a hot day. Photo by Ron Cogswell via Flickr 2.0
Best Splash Pads in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia for Kids This Summer
Make a splash at one of these wet and wild spots in the DC area!
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.
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.
Take a carriage ride through the streets of Colonial Williamsburg.
History Comes to Life When Visiting Colonial Williamsburg with Kids
Step back in time at the world's largest living history museum.
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.
You'll have one of the best-dressed babies in the DC area when you shop at one of these baby boutiques!
Best Baby Boutiques for Cool Baby Clothes in DC
Find everything you need to dress your baby at one of these great stores.
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.
Croydon Creek Nature Center has several trails to explore. Photo by John Brighenti via Flickr 2.0
Rockville with Kids: 25 Fun Things to Do in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, one of the many small cities that make up the DC metro area, is situated between...
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.
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!
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...
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.
Keep the DC public school calendar handy so you'll always know what days your kids have class.
Here's the DC Public School Calendar for 2025-2026 (Plus Other Area School Districts)
Reading, writing, and 'rithmetic ... See all the days DC-area schools will be open in 2025-2026!
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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Splash City - Jump In, DC (at Langdon Park Pool)
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Charlotte's Web at Adventure Theatre
Adventure Theatre - various times 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
The White House Tour
The White House - 9:30 AM
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Memorial Day Weekend Extended Hours at National Children's Museum
National Children's Museum - 9:00 AM
Bowie's Memorial Day Parade
Belair Annex - 11:00 AM Pick
Hometown Holidays Music Fest (at RedGate Park)
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Charlotte's Web at Adventure Theatre
Adventure Theatre - various times Pick
ViVa Vienna!
Historic Vienna - various times Pick
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Memorial Day Weekend Extended Hours at National Children's Museum
National Children's Museum - 9:00 AM
Hometown Holidays Music Fest (at RedGate Park)
RedGate Park - 12:00 PM Pick
National Memorial Day Choral Festival
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - 3:00 PM Pick
Air Force Band Honors America's Heroes Featuring The War and Treaty at MGM National Harbor
MGM National Harbor Resort and Casino - 7:30 PM Pick
National Memorial Day Concert
West Lawn of the United States Capitol - 8:00 PM Pick
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Memorial Day Weekend Extended Hours at National Children's Museum
National Children's Museum - 9:00 AM
Falls Church Memorial Day Parade & Festival
Cherry Hill Park - 9:00 AM Pick
Rockville Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade
Rockville Town Square - 9:00 AM Pick
National Memorial Day Parade
National Mall - 2:00 PM Pick
ViVa Vienna!
Historic Vienna - various times Pick
Storytime at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - 11:00 AM Pick
Sensory-Friendly Family Evening at Mount Vernon
George Washington's Mount Vernon - 6:00 PM Pick
Adams Morgan Movie Nights
Marie Reed School - 8:00 PM 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
STORYTIME at the Hirshhorn
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
Jojo's Backyard Safari: A Discovery Play (at Discovery Theater)
Discovery Theater – Ripley Center - various times Pick
CiNoMatic at Alethia Tanner Park
Alethia Tanner Park - 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
Storytime at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - 11:00 AM Pick
Jojo's Backyard Safari: A Discovery Play (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
Ford's Theatre Tour
Ford's Theatre - 9:00 AM

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Jump into a giant bubble-bath ball pit at Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience. Photos by Quentin Guyot for Fever Productions
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience is Coming Soon to Washington, DC
Jennifer Marino Walters, May 23 - Kids—and grown-ups—of all ages will love this colorful, interactive world of bubbles! READ MORE
Honor those who died while serving in the US military during Flowers of Remembrance Day at Arlington National Cemetery. US Army photo by Elizabeth Fraser
Memorial Day Weekend 2025 in DC Best Things To Do with Kids: Festivals, Day Trips, and More
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Gather 'round the campfire and sing some fun songs. Photo courtesy of the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
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Gina Massaro, May 20 - Gather around the campfire and sing some of these catchy tunes. READ MORE
Georgetown Waterfront Park's fountain is the perfect place to cool off on a hot day. Photo by Ron Cogswell via Flickr 2.0
Best Splash Pads in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia for Kids This Summer
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The Arlington County Fair promises loads of fun! Photo courtesy of the fair
28 Summer Festivals and Fairs in 2025 in DC for Families
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Top Attractions in DC: The Best Things to See and Do with Kids
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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)
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These top museums will truly engage young scientists.
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The Art of the Brick, the World's Most Famous LEGO Exhibit, Opens in DC
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