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Stay awake for the Perseid Meteor Shower on August 13. Credit: NASA/Bill Ingalls
The Best Things to Do in DC in August with Kids
Find summer festivals and more August events.
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
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Here's where you can hit the shores for some summertime fun.
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Splash pads and spraygrounds are back in the DC area in 2021.
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Free museums, fun playgrounds, theater, and more await in DC.
Greenbrier State Park in Maryland is a swimmer's delight. Photo by Candy Thomson, Natural Resources Police
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Beat the heat with water slides, wave pools, tubing fun, and more.
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Carnival rides return to the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair. Photo courtesy of Visit Montgomery
Summer Festivals and Fairs for DC Families
Gather the family and enjoy a great day out.
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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.
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A cheap roll of tinfoil, an incline of some sort, and water is all you need for a tinfoil river. Photo by Ally Noel
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Stay awake for the Perseid Meteor Shower on August 13. Credit: NASA/Bill Ingalls
The Best Things to Do in DC in August with Kids
Find summer festivals and more August events.READ MORE 
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. READ MORE 
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. READ MORE 
Enjoy a splash in the fountain at Leesburg. Photo courtesy of Village of Leesburg
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 
Carnival rides return to the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair. Photo courtesy of Visit Montgomery
Summer Festivals and Fairs for DC Families
Gather the family and enjoy a great day out.READ MORE 
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. READ MORE 

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Bobbing for apples isn't just for Halloween!
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