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Balloonacy is a fun, movement-based show that revisits the classic film The Red Balloon. Photo courtesy of Imagination Stage
Giant Monopoly, Kpop Demon Hunters, and More Fun Things To Do in DC this Weekend with Kids
Enjoy the coolest events this weekend throughout the DC area.
Celebrate Three Kings Day at GALA Theatre with live music, gifts, and a parade. Photo courtesy of the theater
Top Free Things To Do with Kids in DC in January 2026, According to Mommy Poppins Editors
There is lots of free fun to be had all around the DC area this month!
Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year with a lively parade in late February. Photo courtesy of dcparade.com
Ultimate Winter Bucket List: 21 Best Things To Do in DC with Kids in Winter 2025 -2026
Shake off the winter doldrums with these fun things to do in DC in 2025 -2026.
The Sculpture Garden Ice Rink at the Smithsonian National Gallery of Art is always popular. Photo by Elvert Barnes via Flickr 2.0
Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia for Kids and Families
Bring the kids to one of these DC outdoor ice skating rinks for winter fun.
The National Museum of Natural History is free every day. Photo by Paul Fetters for the Smithsonian
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Guide to Free Things To Do in DC with Kids
Find the best FREE activities for kids in DC.
Child's Play has a great selection of toys, games, children's books, and more. Photo by Tony Ventouris Photography
Coolest Stores for Kids in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
Shop local and find some cool stuff for kids at these awesome stores.
The National Museum of the American Indian's imagiNATIONS Activity Center is full of interactive activities for kids. Photo by the author
Things To Do in DC That Everyone Will Love—From Toddlers to Teens (and Parents Too!)
The whole family will have fun at these DC spots!
America turns 250 this year and there are extra-big celebrations all across the country! Photo by Kent Miller for Macy's Inc.
A Guide to Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary in the US with Kids (2026)
The upcoming year will be a big one for America—the country is celebrating America 250, its...
Planet Word has a 22-foot talking word wall!
The 12 Best FREE Hidden Gems & Secret Spots for Kids in DC
Tired of visiting the same old DC attractions with the kids? We've rounded up the best free hidden...
Learn the art of blacksmithing at Lawless Forge in Sterling, VA. Photo courtesy of the venue
19 Trending and Out-of-the-Box Activities for Kids in DC
Sometimes you just want to shake things up when it comes to family entertainment. Luckily, there...
Dave & Buster's is fun for all ages! Photo by Jennifer Marino Walters
Best Kid-Friendly Arcades in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia
Gamers both little and big will love these awesome arcades.
You're never too old for a foam pit! Photo courtesy of Sky Zone
Safe and Fun Teen Nighttime Activities Near DC
Teens won't get bored at these 15 fun places!
LEGO® Discovery Center Washington, DC is the perfect birthday spot for little builders.
Only in DC Birthday Parties for Kids: Unique Birthday Parties for All Ages
Throw your child a one-of-a-kind birthday bash at these unique DC-area spots.
Go on a safari at Leesburg Animal Park. Photo by Sam Dean, courtesy of Visit Virginia
Ultimate Virginia Bucket List: 100 Things To Do With Kids in VA
Here is your ultimate bucket list of the best things to do in Virginia as a family.
It doesn't get much better than a delicious slice of pizza! Photo courtesy of Stracci Pizza
Where to Find the Best Pizza in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia
These great places will satisfy any pizza craving.
Enjoy Art in Bloom during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Photo by Elvert Barnes via FLickr 2.0
100 Free Things To Do in DC with Kids
There are so many ways for families to have fun in and around DC without spending a dime!

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Stellar Star Show at Rock Creek Park
Rock Creek Park Nature Center - 2:00 PM Pick
Wheaton Family Theatre Series: Dancing Our Way Through Books (at Highland Elementary School)
Highland Elementary School - various times Pick
Winter Skate Spectacular at National Building Museum
National Building Museum - various times Pick
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience (at Rhode Island Center)
Rhode Island Center - various times Pick
Great Big Game Show | DC
Great Big Game Show | DC - various times Pick
Winter Skate Spectacular at National Building Museum
National Building Museum - various times Pick
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience (at Rhode Island Center)
Rhode Island Center - various times Pick
Great Big Game Show | DC
Great Big Game Show | DC - various times Pick
Placita Mágica at National Children’s Museum
National Children's Museum - 9:30 AM
George Washington's Mount Vernon
George Washington's Mount Vernon - 9:00 AM
Play Date at NMNH
Smithsonian Natural History Museum - 10:30 AM Pick
Storytime at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - 11:00 AM Pick
Great Big Game Show | DC
Great Big Game Show | DC - various times Pick
George Washington's Mount Vernon
George Washington's Mount Vernon - 9:00 AM
International Spy Museum
International Spy Museum DC - 9:00 AM
Storytime Studio at the Hirshhorn
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
Community Day at National Museum of Women in the Arts
National Museum of Women in the Arts - 10:00 AM Pick
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience (at Rhode Island Center)
Rhode Island Center - various times Pick
Great Big Game Show | DC
Great Big Game Show | DC - various times Pick
Placita Mágica at National Children’s Museum
National Children's Museum - 9:30 AM
Storytime at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - 11:00 AM Pick
Winter Skate Spectacular at National Building Museum
National Building Museum - various times Pick
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience (at Rhode Island Center)
Rhode Island Center - various times Pick
Great Big Game Show | DC
Great Big Game Show | DC - various times Pick
Time by Luxmuralis Light and Sound Installation at Washington National Cathedral
Washington National Cathedral - various times Pick
Stellar Star Show at Rock Creek Park
Rock Creek Park Nature Center - 2:00 PM Pick
Monster Jam at CFG Arena
CFG Bank Arena - various times Pick
STOMP at The National Theatre
The National Theater - various times Pick
Winter Skate Spectacular at National Building Museum
National Building Museum - various times Pick
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience (at Rhode Island Center)
Rhode Island Center - various times Pick
Open Studio at the Hirshhorn Museum
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
Stellar Star Show at Rock Creek Park
Rock Creek Park Nature Center - 2:00 PM Pick
Monster Jam at CFG Arena
CFG Bank Arena - various times Pick
STOMP at The National Theatre
The National Theater - various times Pick
Winter Skate Spectacular at National Building Museum
National Building Museum - various times Pick

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The remodeled National Air and Space Museum is a sight to behold. Photo courtesy of the museum
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Enjoy Art in Bloom during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Photo by Elvert Barnes via FLickr 2.0
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The Experiential Learning Center at the National Museum of the United States Army offers plenty of opportunities for play and exploration. Photo by Anne Trenelone via Flickr
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Jennifer Marino Walters, Jan 2 - Kids can run, explore, climb, and play for free at these great places around the DC area. READ MORE
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Explore DC's Top Attractions with Kids
Wegmans Wonderplace is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Photo courtesy of Wegmans Wonderplace at the National Museum of American History
Best Attractions and Things To Do in DC that are Kid-Friendly
Here are some best kid-friendly attractions to visit in our nation's capital.
April is the ideal month to see the Washington, DC cherry blossoms. Photo courtesy of the National Park Service
Top Attractions in DC: The Best Things to See and Do with Kids
Here are the best things to see and do with kids in our nation's capital.
Climb the famous steps of the Lincoln Memorial for a gorgeous view of the reflecting pool and the Washington Monument. Photo by anjanettew via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Visiting Washington, DC's National Mall and Memorial Parks with Kids
Here's what to see, where to eat, and how to get around at the iconic National Mall in Washington...
Explore amazing interactive exhibits at the National Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum
3 Days in DC with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
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Your kiddos will be in awe of the size of this humongous African elephant I am in awe of its size. Photo by author Lisa Warden
Visiting Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History in DC with Kids
Explore science and nature at this incredible free museum.
Did you know that the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is bigger than 18 football fields? Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress
Explore the Best Science Museums for Kids in DC: Educational Fun for All Ages
These top museums will truly engage young scientists.