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There are plenty of places to go ice skating in the DC area. Photo courtesy of the Pentagon Row Outdoor Skating Rink

35 Fun Winter Activities in DC for Kids and Families

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

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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This cake hides a delicious surprise inside. No wonder it's one of our favorite recipes of 2021!

Best Kid-Friendly Recipes of 2021: What We Loved Cooking This Year

Discover the most popular kid-pleasing recipes of 2021!

Families have until July 6, 2022, to visit the FUTURES exhibit. Photo by Ron Blunt, courtesy of the Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building

Free Museums in DC to Visit with Kids

Discover which DC museums offer free admission each and every day.

The popular Sculpture Garden Ice Rink returns November 19, 2021. Photo courtesy of The National Gallery of Art, Sculpture Garden

14 Ice Skating Rinks Near DC for Family Fun

Indoors or outdoors, here's all you need to have a great day on the ice with the family near DC.

Snow tubing is a winter activity the whole family will love. Photo courtesy of Canaan Valley Resort

Best Places to Go Snow Tubing Near Washington, DC

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

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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Stop by the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in DC this month. Photo courtesy of nationalparks.org

Best Things to Do in DC in January with Kids

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

Admission to Planet Word is free and offers plenty of hands-on exhibits kids will love. Photo courtesy of the museum

15 Free Activities Near DC this Winter for Kids and Families

You don't need to spend money to entertain DC kids this winter.

The National Children's Museum in DC was well worth the wait! Photo courtesy of the museum

12 Awesome Things That Opened Near DC in 2021 for Kids and Families

Check out these new exhibits, playgrounds, indoor play spaces, and more near DC.

Snowshoe Mountain Resort boasts a whopping 56 ski trails. Photo courtesy of snowshoemountain.com

7 Best Ski Resorts Near DC for Kids and Families

Hit the slopes at one of these great ski resorts for families only a short drive from DC.

Milo Imagines the World, by Matt de la Peña was one of our favorite books of the year.

The Very Best of 2021 for Kids and Families: The Books, Movies, Shows, and More Our Kids Adored

Here are the best movies, TV shows, books, and more of 2021.

This deliciously decadent recipe came from our Chicago events editor. Photo courtesy of Maureen Wilkey

10 Picks to Start 2022 Off Right

10 things we’re loving and anticipating this January.

West Palm Beach is not only gorgeous, it's packed with kid-friendly adventures. Photo by Jackie Jones

Our Favorite Family Vacation Spots of 2021: Great Cities, Beaches, Hotels, and More

Get inspired for next year's family vacation with this list of our favorite recent destinations.

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Future drivers can try out their skills! Photo courtesy of the Washington Auto Show

Best Things To Do in DC this Weekend with Kids: Lunar New Year Celebrations, Show Way

Here are our top picks for family fun this weekend in the DC area.

Skiing, Snowboarding, & Snow Sports Guide

Find great family slopes, tubing, and boarding spots all around the country with our kid-friendly...

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More than 20 million pounds of ice are used to create the Ice Castles structures.

Explore Ice Castles Across America with Kids this Winter

Ice Castles is a dazzling experience for the whole family.

Online classes, shows, camps, and tutoring offer enrichment without leaving home.

Online Camps, Virtual Classes, and Shows for Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, and Tweens

These holiday camps and classes meet wherever you are.

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The Little Folks School devotes itself to educating the whole child. Photo courtesy of the school

Narrow down your preschool search with these 15 popular preschools near DC.

Summit Ropes in Sterling, Virginia is the largest indoor ropes course in the US. Photo courtesy of Summit Ropes, Facebook

12 Fun Things to Do with Teens and Tweens Near DC

Even your too-cool teens and tweens will enjoy these 12 fun activities in the DC area.

Student interns at MITRE put their STEM skills to work. Photo courtesy of MITRE

7 Summer Internship Opportunities for Teens Near DC in 2022

These summer internships will give teens real-world experience.

Peterson's Ice Cream Depot serves up delicious homemade ice cream in Clifton, Virginia.

9 Things To Do in Clifton, Virginia with Kids

This historic town in Northern Virginia offers up loads of family fun.

Even if it's cloudy and raining outside, you can create sunshine and rainbows inside.

50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

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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A passageway filed with pool noodles replicate a slime sensory experience. Photo courtesy of Daniel Swartz

National Children's Museum Opens in Washington, DC

At long last, Washington, DC has its own children's museum!

Take out a pedal boat during cherry blossom season. Photo courtesy of The National Cherry Blossom Festival

100 Things To Do in DC with Kids Before They Grow Up

Free museums, fun playgrounds, theater, and more await in DC.

Elsa and Anna are just two of the many characters that can visit your birthday child through Princess Parties of DC. Photo courtesy of Princess Parties of DC

10 Great Birthday Party Entertainers Near Washington, DC

These birthday party entertainers near DC will help you throw your child the perfect party.

Unlock your child's love of dance at a DC-area class or studio. Photo by Jay Williams

Best Dance Classes for Kids Near DC

Ballet, hip hop and more: Here are our picks for great dance classes in DC.

This four-year-old is practicing her strong kicks at SafeSplash Swim School. Photo courtesy of SafeSplash.

Best Swimming Lessons for Kids Near DC

Help your kids make a splash safely with one of these swimming lessons.

Gymboree Play & Music offers Mommy & Me classes for babies and toddlers ages 0-3 and their caregivers.

Top Mommy & Me Classes Near DC

Have fun with your little ones at these DC area Mommy & Me classes.

Family Travel Guide

The very best kid-friendly vacation destinations for making memories.

Play-Work-Build at the National Building Museum is part learning center, part play area. Photo courtesy of the museum

The Best Indoor Play Spaces for DC Kids

Beat DC's summer heat at these great area play venues.

Host a party with all the girls and dolls at American Girl Cafe. Photo courtesy of American Girl.

Top Kids' Birthday Party Spots Near DC

These great DC destinations can make your child's day special.

Wegmans Wonderplace. Photo courtesy of National Museum of American History

25 Things to Do with Preschoolers in DC Before They Turn 5

How many of these things can you cross off your family bucket list before kindergarten starts?

Free Museums in DC to Visit with Kids

Discover which DC museums offer free admission each and every day.

Celebrate like a king at Nook! Photo by Abby Jiu

Best Indoor Birthday Party Places Near DC

For kids celebrating birthdays during the fall or winter, chances are they'll be celebrating it...

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15 Amazing Indoor Water Parks Near DC for Families

Katie Sivinski , Jan 23 - Make a splash in any weather at these fun indoor water parks. READ MORE

The Best Ski Resorts in the US for Family Vacations

James Smith , Jan 22 - Hit the slopes at one of our favorite kid-friendly ski resorts.READ MORE

10 Restaurants Near DC Where Kids Can Play

Jamie Radoescu, Jan 21 - Need an evening out without a sitter? Not a problem at these fun spots with great food.READ MORE

22 Free Kids' Music Playlists for Breakfast through Bedtime

Danielle Smith, Jan 20 - Keep these kid-friendly tunes on heavy rotation from morning to night.READ MORE

Best Things To Do in DC this Weekend with Kids: Lunar New Year Celebrations, Show Way

Meredith Kiryakov, Jan 19 - Here are our top picks for family fun this weekend in the DC area. READ MORE

30 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving

Anna Fader, Jan 18 - These easy indoor exercise ideas get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.READ MORE

Winter Fun for DC Kids

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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7 Best Ski Resorts Near DC for Kids and Families

Hit the slopes at one of these great ski resorts for families only a short drive from DC.

15 Free Activities Near DC this Winter for Kids and Families

You don't need to spend money to entertain DC kids this winter.

Best Things to Do in DC in January with Kids

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

14 Ice Skating Rinks Near DC for Family Fun

Indoors or outdoors, here's all you need to have a great day on the ice with the family near DC.

Best Places to Go Snow Tubing Near Washington, DC

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

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