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Face painting, pony rides, touch-a-truck, a climbing wall, and more at the Burke Centre Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival
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9/4/19 - By Christine Mooney

As we work our way into the first weekend of September and the relaxed schedules of summer take a backseat to the hectic school year, it may feel like family fun needs to take a pause. But not so! DC families will find plenty to do this weekend for some quality time together. From county fairs to nature walks and family movie nights, there's something for everyone. So get out the family calendar and pencil in your top picks. Need more ideas? Don't forget to check out our events calendar, too. 

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Things to Do All Weekend

Burke Centre Festival

FREE - Burke, VA
This annual festival features a huge arts and crafts show, amusement rides, fire and rescue displays, live bands and other entertainment, pony rides, Midway-style games, giveaways, an after-hours wine garden, and more. READ MORE

Wings of Fancy at Brookside Gardens

Wheaton, MD
Experience being surrounded by hundreds of live butterflies from North America, Costa Rica, Africa, and Asia during Wings of Fancy at Brookside Gardens.  READ MORE

Prince George's County Fair

Upper Marlboro, MD
Enjoy rides, games, crafts, livestock and other exhibits, live performances, food, vendors, and much more at the annual Prince George's County Fair. READ MORE

Cirque du Soleil: VOLTA

Tysons Corner, VA
Cirque du Soleil performers take the stage at Lerner Town Square at Tysons II as they present VOLTA. In this show, audiences follow the journey of Waz, a game show contestant who is searching for approval. Extraordinary acrobatics with dramatic props tell the tale. READ MORE
Science Saturday at the National Law Enforcement Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum
Science Saturday at the National Law Enforcement Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum

Things to Do on Saturday

Mr. Jon & Friends

Vienna, VA
Sing and rhyme along with Mr. Jon & Friends at Jammin Java in Vienna. Parents can grab a cup of coffee and kids can enjoy a smoothie during the show. A menu including smoothies, juices, acai bowl, and coffees is available. READ MORE

Morven Park Summer Hunter Show Series

FREE - Leesburg, VA
Morven Park International Equestrian Center hosts its new Summer Hunter Show Series. Children can expect to see 2’, 2’6”, and 3’ Hunter Derby in a family-friendly atmosphere. READ MORE

Astronomical Observing

FREE - Washington, DC
Head to Phoebe Waterman-Haas Public Observatory to view the sun safely with the Museum's solar-filtered telescopes. This event is weather permitting. READ MORE

Saturday Morning Live! at the National

FREE - Washington, DC
Saturday Morning Live! returns to the National Theatre. Enjoy wow-inspiring children’s entertainment of all sorts, including interactive performances, puppets, dance, and music, all designed to light up imaginations and celebrate a world of wonder.  READ MORE

National Law Enforcement Museum: Science Saturday

FREE - Washington, DC
Kids can enjoy science activities every Saturday at the Law Enforcement Museum. READ MORE
Get your tie dye t-shirt at the folk festival. Photo courtesy of Takoma Park Folk Festival
Get your tie dye t-shirt at the folk festival. Photo courtesy of Takoma Park Folk Festival

Things to Do on Sunday

Sunday Morning Bird Walks

FREE - Alexandria, VA
Visit Dyke Marsh for an early Sunday morning bird walk led by experienced birders. Guests are asked to gather in the south parking lot of the Bell Haven picnic area at 8am. READ MORE

Takoma Park Folk Festival (at Takoma Park Middle School)

FREE - Takoma Park, MD
The Takoma Park Folk Festival features six music stages, crafts, food, community nonprofit tables, and games and activities for children.  READ MORE

Family Movie Night at National Harbor

FREE - National Harbor, MD
Enjoy an evening on the Potomac with Family Movie Nights at The Plaza, National Harbor. READ MORE

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