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Take a slide on the ice at Winter Ice Festival. Photo courtesy of the Village at Leesburg

Jurassic Quest, Winter Blast, and More Fun Things To Do in DC this Weekend with Kids

Celebrate Lunar New Year, winter fun, dinos, and more!

The National Museum of Natural History is free every day. Photo by Paul Fetters for the Smithsonian

Free Things To Do in DC with Kids

Find the best FREE activities for kids in DC.

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The DC area is full of great indoor playgrounds for kids of all ages. Photo courtesy of Super, Awesome, & Amazing

Top Indoor Playgrounds in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia for Kids

Blow off steam even in the worst weather at these great indoor playgrounds near DC for kids of all...

The remodeled National Air and Space Museum is a sight to behold. Photo courtesy of the museum

Free Museums Near DC to Visit with Kids

Discover amazing DC museums that offer free admission each and every day.

Tiny chefs can whip up a pretend meal at Wegmans Wonderplace. Photo courtesy of the National Museum of American History

17 Free Things To Do in DC On Cold and Rainy Days: Indoor Places To Play

Kids can run, explore, climb, and play for free at these great places around the DC area.

See traditional lion and dragon dances at the DC Chinese Lunar New Year Parade. Photo courtesy of dcparade.com

Best of January: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Lunar New Year, and More Fun Things To Do in DC with Kids

From New Year's Day to MLK weekend and beyond, January can be a great time for indoor and outdoor...

Skate in the shadow of the National Gallery of Art. Photo by Elvert Barnes/CC BY 2.0

Winter Activities Guide for DC Kids

Here's our ultimate guide to the best things to do with kids in Washington DC this winter, from ice...

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Snow tubing is the perfect winter activity! Photo courtesy of Whitetail Mountain Ski Resort

30 Fun Winter Activities Near Washington, DC for Kids and Families in 2023

Shake off the winter doldrums with these fun things to do in DC in 2023.

A cup of coffee from Open City is the perfect complement to a National Zoo visit. Photo courtesy of Open City DC

Best Coffee Shops in DC to Visit with Kids

Get your caffeine fix with little ones in tow at these DC-area coffee shops.

Disney turns 100 and there will be celebrations from coast to coast. Photo courtesy of Disneyland

20 Family-Friendly Openings We're Looking Forward to in 2023

From Mario to Barbie, plus wet and wild Bert & Ernie and more!

The rink at Gaylord National Resort is the perfect place to go ice skating in December. Photo by Jennifer Marino Walters

Where to Go Ice Skating Near DC: Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks for Kids and Families

Bring the kids to one of these DC outdoor ice skating rinks for winter fun.

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience is a magical adventure for all.

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience Brings a Magical Walk-Through to the DC Area

Step inside the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at this magical walk-through experience.

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Wintergreen Resort is home to the largest snow-tubing park in Virginia.

Best Snow Tubing Near DC for Families

These 11 snow tubing parks offer winter fun for the whole family.

Getting ready to fly high. Photo courtesy of the Atomic Trampoline Fun Center

7 Awesome Trampoline Parks Near DC for Indoor Family Fun

Bounce on over to one of these awesome trampoline parks for a fun way to burn off energy indoors.

National Harbor has plenty of things for kids to do, including an Americana-themed carousel. Photo courtesy of the Capital Wheel

National Harbor with Kids: 21 Best Things To Do in National Harbor, Maryland

Enjoy shopping, dining, children's activities, and more at this waterfront destination in Maryland.

Find swim lessons and more classes for kids near Atlanta

Guide to Classes for Kids Near DC

Search for classes for kids by age, interest, and location!

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ZavaZone's ninja warrior course will challenge kids and adults of varying abilities.

Visiting ZavaZone Trampoline Park with Kids: What to Know Before You Go

Kids will jump for joy at ZavaZone Trampoline Park in Woodbridge, Sterling, and Rockville.

How about an interactive water park, gaming facility, rock-climbing gym, trampoline park, and more, all in one?

Guide to Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces for Kids in DC

Where to go when it's too rainy or hot to play outside!

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What kid doesn't love a game of pretend?

50 Snow Day Boredom Busters for Kids: Fun Indoor Activities

Keep kids happily entertained on a snow day before sledding begins.

When kids are bored, bored, bored, it's handy to have a whole list of fun things to do. Photo by Mommy Poppins

"I’m Bored, What Should I Do?" 100 Things To Do When Kids Are Bored

How about the laundry or dishes? No? We've got 100 truly fun ideas.

There's nothing like a delicious cup of hot chocolate on a cold day. Photo courtesy of Cotton Bro Studios

Hot Chocolate Recipes Kids Adore: Hot Chocolate Bombs, A Mexican Hot Chocolate Recipe, and More

Kick your hot chocolate up a notch with one of these delicious recipes.

Riddles are a great way to entertain kids of all ages.

25 Fun Riddles for Kids and Families

These riddles and brainteasers will get the whole family thinking.

Grab your list and head out for a scavenger hunt with the kids!

Indoor and Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids - Plus Cute Printables!

Print out one of these scavenger hunts for a quick and fun boredom buster!

Kids can play these daily word games alone or with a friend. Photo by Sara Marentette

7 Games Like Wordle for Kids: Daily Word Games Online

Find the perfect word game for kids of all ages and reading levels.

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