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US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
National Museum of the American Indian National Mall - 1:00 PM Pick
Discovery Theater – Ripley Center - various times Pick
US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
Discovery Theater – Ripley Center - various times Pick
US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
Bureau of Engraving and Printing - 9:00 AM
The White House - 9:30 AM
US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
National Children's Museum - 9:30 AM
Bureau of Engraving and Printing - 9:00 AM
Hylton Performing Arts Center - various times Pick
US Capitol Visitors Center - 8:30 AM
National Museum of the United States Army - 9:00 AM
National Children's Museum - 9:30 AM
George Mason University Center for the Arts - various times Pick
National Museum of the United States Army - 9:00 AM
Ford's Theatre - 9:00 AM
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Potomac Mills Carnival
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Experience the sights, sounds and aromas of the electrifying midway with rides for all ages from whimsical kiddie rides to state-of-the-art thrill rides, carnival games, and favorite fair food.
Unlimited ride wristbands are $30 on site; online in advance for $20 each, 2 for $35 or a Family 4 Pack (2 adult/2 child wristbands) for $60; and online during the carnival for $25 each or a Family 4 Pack for $85. (Pre-sale ends at 5 pm Thurs., Sept. 19.)
Ride tickets are $1.50 each, $30 for 20 tickets or $60 for 50 tickets plus 1 free ride. (Rides take 2 or more tickets each.) Visit Potomac Mills Carnival for coupon savings on rides and food.
Carnival hours are 5-10 pm weekdays, 12-11 pm Saturday and 12-10 pm Sunday. For more information, call 866-666-3247.