36 Spring Festivals and Fairs Near DC for Families

Spring is officially here, and with it comes spring festivals! There are so many fun spring festivals near DC for families, from the heart of the nation's capital to the Maryland and Northern Virginia suburbs. Several of these spring fairs and festivals, including the Blossom Kite Festival and the Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival, are part of the famous National Cherry Blossom Festival. And, most of the spring festivals and fairs near DC are FREE, allowing for a full day of family fun without breaking the budget.
Here are our picks for 30 fun spring festivals and spring fairs for DC families. For more springtime activities, be sure to check out our Spring Fun Guide for Kids and Families in Washington, DC. And remember, we are constantly updating our events calendar with more fun things to do all over the DC area!
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Places featured in this article:
Washington Monument
Sylvan Theater
National Museum of the American Indian National Mall
District Wharf
Alethia Tanner Park
Capitol Riverfront at the Yards
Franklin Park
Between 3rd and 7th St NW
National Postal Museum
Ovid Hazen Wells Recreation Park
National Harbor
Bowie Town Center
Brookside Gardens
Bohrer Park
Potomac Polo Arena
Gunston Hall
Springfield Town Center
McLean Community Center
Downtown Leesburg
Market Square
Manassas Museum Lawn