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Photo courtesy of Arlandria Eggstravaganza
Photo courtesy of Arlandria Eggstravaganza
4/10/19 - By Christine Mooney

This weekend, the end of the year's cherry blossom season overlaps with Easter fun. Soak up the last of the beautiful pink blossoms, then head over to one of many Easter egg hunts or spring festivals filling up our events calendar this Saturday and Sunday. 

In the mood for something else? Check out the final weekend of Alice in Wonderland on stage, head to an arts and crafts festival or two, or do some environmental volunteering. There's lots to choose from!

From Easter celebrations to Earth Day events, whatever you choose, we hope you have a fun-filled, memory-making weekend with your family! 

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Weekend

Ticonderoga Farms Spring Easter Festival

Chantilly, VA
An Easter festival full of spring fun. READ MORE

Easter Eggstravaganza at the Zoo

Vienna, VA
Roer’s Zoofari hosts an Easter egg hunt all over the zoo along with goody bags and fun arts and crafts. READ MORE

Arlington Festival of the Arts

Arlington, VA
More than 100 artists are featured at this community event in the heart of the Clarendon neighborhood of Arlington. Everything from glass art to paintings, jewelry, and pottery is available for purchase. READ MORE

Bunnyland Festival at Butler's Orchard

Germantown, MD
Bunnyland at Butler's Orchard includes hayrides through a decorated trail, goodie baskets, an egg hunt, jump pads, giant slides, photos with the Easter Bunny, and more. READ MORE

Annandale Carnival

Annandale, VA
Carnival fun for the whole family. READ MORE

Arlandria Eggstravaganza!

Alexandria, VA
The entire family can enjoy one of the largest Easter events in Northern Virginia. READ MORE

44th Annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival

Gaithersburg, MD
Shop from over 250 of the nation's most talented artisans and craftspeople for 3 days only. READ MORE

Potomac Mills Spring Carnival

Woodbridge, VA
Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with rides and games for all ages and favorite fair food. Parking and admission are free. Visit Potomac Mills Spring Carnival for savings on rides and food. Carnival hours are 5 to 11 pm April 11-12 and 1 to 11 pm April 13-22. For more information, call 866-666-3247.  READ MORE

Alice in Wonderland

Falls Church, VA
Families can join Alice on her adventure in Wonderland. READ MORE

Easter Egg Hunt at Sully Historic Site

Chantilly, VA
An egg hunt at a historic site. READ MORE
Photo courtesy of the National Cherry Blossom Festival
Photo courtesy of the National Cherry Blossom Festival

Saturday

Earth Day Volunteer Event at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Washington, DC
Show your love of Earth Day by volunteering in park beautification projects at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. Activities include invasive plant removal, litter collection, flower-bed weeding, trail maintenance, and more. Some activities involve working in shallow ponds. READ MORE

SOLD OUT EGGnormous Egg Hunt at Sunrise Valley Elementary School

Reston, VA
The entire family can enjoy this spring event with live entertainment and a life-size bunny. The egg hunt begins at 10:30am. Kids should bring their own basket for collecting eggs. READ MORE

National Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony

Washington, DC
The opening ceremony launches the National Cherry Blossom Festival with peformances from artists with ties to both Japan and the United States. READ MORE

Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival

Washington, DC
This two-day celebration of Japanese culture complementing the end of the National Cherry Blossom Festival features live musical performances across three stages, dancers, food, and arts. Guests can shop from a variety of vendors selling Japanese home goods, accessories, and artwork. READ MORE
Anacostia River Festival. Photo by Jeff Salmore
Anacostia River Festival. Photo by Jeff Salmore

Sunday

Anacostia River Festival

Washington, DC
This premier DC event marks the official close of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Families can celebrate with outdoor activities, local performances, food trucks, and more.  READ MORE

Annual Children's Easter Party

Laurel, MD
Arts and crafts, games, and a visit from the Easter Bunny all at this annual Easter party. Prizes and free lunch will be available for children 12 and under. READ MORE

Spring Children’s Festival & Egg Roll

Great Falls, VA
A spring festival and egg roll. READ MORE

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