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Delight in the sand and surf of Delaware's Fenwick Island Beach. Photo courtesy of Bethany Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce
Best Summer Day Trips for DC Families
Itching for a day away from DC? Check out our favorite summer day trips.
What's better than a water park on a hot day? Just don't forget the sunscreen.
8 Great Water Parks for Kids in the DC Area
Beat the heat with water slides, wave pools, tubing fun, and more.
Have fun as a family, fishing at Lake Fairfax Park. Photo courtesy of Fairfax County
The Best Things to Do in DC in June with Kids
Enjoy museum reopenings, Father's Day fun, and more in DC.
While not on the ocean, Colonial Beach still has plenty of seaside charm. Photo by Mary Carter/Courtesy of Town of Colonial Beach Travel & Tourism
9 Family-Friendly Beaches Near DC
Here's where you can hit the shores for some summertime fun.
Escape the DC summer heat at Langdon Park Pool. Photo courtesy of DC Department of Parks and Recreation
Best Free Public Swimming Pools in DC
Here's where DC kids can make a splash free of charge.
The playful water jets at Yards Park are ideal for younger kids. Photo courtesy of Capitol Riverfront Business Improvement District
17 Splash Pads and Spraygrounds to Beat the DC Summer Heat
Splash pads and spraygrounds are back in the DC area in 2021.
Swing into some indoor fun in the DC area. Photo from BusyBees Chevy Chase
The Best Indoor Play Spaces for DC Kids
Beat cabin fever at these great area play venues.
Enjoy a fun-filled camp experience at Summer at Sandy Spring. Photo courtesy of the camp
Summer Camps for Preschoolers Near Washington DC
With these options, you're sure to find a fit for your first-time camper.
Enjoy a family fire at Cherry Hill Park campground in College Park. Photo courtesy of Cherry Hill Park.
Family-Friendly Campgrounds Near DC
These nearby locations offer an inexpensive and safe way to bond outdoors.
Kids of all ages and abilities will love the colorful equipment at Clemyjontri Park. Photo by the author
Destination Playgrounds in the DC Area: 15 Play Spaces Worth the Trip
These 15 playgrounds are must-visits for kids of all ages and abilities.
New playground equipment at Banneker Park in Arlington includes slides and a rock climbing obstacle course. Photo by the auth0r.
DC Area Playgrounds That Received Upgrades in 2020-21
Upgrades to these play areas mean more fun for families.
Family Travel Guide
The very best kid-friendly vacation destinations for making memories.
A cheap roll of tinfoil, an incline of some sort, and water is all you need for a tinfoil river. Photo by Ally Noel
25+ Water Games for Kids To Play All Summer Long
Splish-splash! We've got 25+ fun water games to try with the kids.
A pile of buckets goes a long way with young kids at the beach.
Best Beach Gear and Hacks for Families with Young Kids
Here's the stuff that's actually worth hauling to the beach with kids.
Enjoy the Cape May beach with extra amenities during a stay at Congress Hall. Photo courtesy the hotel
30+ Things To Do in Cape May, NJ, with Kids
Beautiful beaches, historic lighthouse, free zoo, and more await in charming Cape May.
Make a small business by opening a lemonade stand.
Ultimate Summer Play List: 100 Fun Activities for Kids
Get the summer fun started with 100 (mostly) FREE ways to pack more play into your day.
A unicorn sprinkler makes a real splash at a kid party.
Outdoor Kids' Birthday Party Ideas for Summer Babies
Throw an amazing kids birthday party with these outdoor games and themes.
Set up a backyard projector and watch a summer movie outside.
35 Great Summer Kids Movies for Family Movie Night
Trade popcorn for popsicles and watch a summer family flick.
Bobbing for apples isn't just for Halloween!
35 Classic Backyard Games for Kids to Play Outside This Summer
Set them loose outdoors for these backyard games like Steal the Bacon.
Pick some prize strawberries at Swann Farms. Photo courtesy of Swann Farms
The Best U-Pick Strawberry Farms near DC for Family Fun
You'll have a sweet time picking at these nearby farms.
Virginia Beach offers a sandy shoreline and more activities for kids.
Virginia Beach with Kids: 25 Things to do on a Family Vacation
Enjoy the sand but also myriad family activities, from mini golf to bike riding.
Make bubbles strong enough to catch and bounce in with fun science experiments for kids.
15 Backyard Science Experiments for Messy Summer Fun
Build a worm tower or bake solar oven s'mores in these fun experiments.
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Summer Travel & Getaways

Family Travel Guide
The very best kid-friendly vacation destinations for making memories.READ MORE 
Virginia Beach offers a sandy shoreline and more activities for kids.
Virginia Beach with Kids: 25 Things to do on a Family Vacation
Enjoy the sand but also myriad family activities, from mini golf to bike riding.READ MORE 
Camp and hike the forests of Olympic National Park. Photo courtesy of NPS
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Camping Travel Guide
Camping with kids creates instant family memories even if it's about the time that dad forgot the...READ MORE 
Photo courtesy the St. Augustine tourism bureau
Florida Family Travel Guide
Find your new favorite Florida destination with our family travel guide.READ MORE 
New England Family Travel Guide
The best towns, museums, and more family-friendly attractions in New England.READ MORE 
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Top 10 North Carolina Beaches for Families
From famous hotspots to little known gems: the NC shoreline has some great family beaches.READ MORE 

At-Home Summer Boredom Busters for Kids

A cheap roll of tinfoil, an incline of some sort, and water is all you need for a tinfoil river. Photo by Ally Noel
25+ Water Games for Kids To Play All Summer Long
Splish-splash! We've got 25+ fun water games to try with the kids. READ MORE 
Bobbing for apples isn't just for Halloween!
35 Classic Backyard Games for Kids to Play Outside This Summer
Set them loose outdoors for these backyard games like Steal the Bacon.READ MORE 
Set up a backyard projector and watch a summer movie outside.
35 Great Summer Kids Movies for Family Movie Night
Trade popcorn for popsicles and watch a summer family flick.READ MORE 
Make a small business by opening a lemonade stand.
Ultimate Summer Play List: 100 Fun Activities for Kids
Get the summer fun started with 100 (mostly) FREE ways to pack more play into your day.READ MORE 
Make bubbles strong enough to catch and bounce in with fun science experiments for kids.
15 Backyard Science Experiments for Messy Summer Fun
Build a worm tower or bake solar oven s'mores in these fun experiments. READ MORE 
A unicorn sprinkler makes a real splash at a kid party.
Outdoor Kids' Birthday Party Ideas for Summer Babies
Throw an amazing kids birthday party with these outdoor games and themes. READ MORE 

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July Fourth Fireworks on the National Mall: Best Spots to Watch Them in DC
Celebrate Independence Day this year with a great view of the fireworks over the National Mall.READ MORE 
30 Free Things To Do with Kids in DC this Summer
Summer's here and it's time to enjoy these free adventures in DC.READ MORE 
10 Great Lakes and Swimming Holes for DC Families
Kids can get their feet wet and more at these nearby swimming lakes. READ MORE 
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