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Kick off the holiday week at the fun and festive Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade. Photo courtesy of the Montgomery Parks MNCPPC
MoCo Thanksgiving Parade, ZooLights, and More Fun Things To Do in DC this Weekend with Kids
Enjoy the coolest events this weekend throughout the DC area.
LuminoCity will light up the night in Gaithersburg, Photo courtesy of LuminoCity
21 Best Things To Do in DC with Kids November 2025, According to Mommy Poppins Editors
Here are the best things to do in DC with kids in November 2025.
See a condensed Cirque show at Gaylord National Resort. Photo courtesy of Vivid Events
What’s Open on Thanksgiving in DC? Family-Friendly Places & Stores
If you're looking for things to do in DC on Thanksgiving, you've come to the right place!
There are so many family-friendly restaurants open for Thanksgiving dinner in the DC area! Photo by Cotton Bro Studio via Pexels
15 Family-Friendly Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
Head to one of these restaurants for a stress-free Thanksgiving meal.
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Christmas Activities and Holiday Guide for DC Kids
Find the best things to do near DC this holiday season.
Now is the time to buy tickets for popular holiday light shows and other events! Photo courtesy of Brookside Gardens
The DC Must-Do Christmas Events to Book Now Before They Sell Out
Grab your tickets now for these popular holiday events!
Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens will dazzle the whole family. Photo by Tony Ventouris for Montgomery County Parks
21 Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in DC for Kids
Enjoy tree lightings, Santa sightings, holiday parades, and more festive fun in and around DC this...
There are so many places to have breakfast with Santa throughout the DC area. Photo courtesy of Theissman's Restaurant's Facebook page
Breakfast with Santa in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia in 2025
Share a morning meal with Santa at these festive events in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
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.
Gaylord National Resort's ICE! has a fun new theme every year! Photo courtesy of Gaylord National Resort
Christmas Towns & Festive Hotels Near DC That Will Blow Your Mind
These Christmas towns and festive hotels will bring the fa-la-la vibes all season long.
The Washington Ballet gives The Nutcracker a historic twist at the Warner Theatre. Photo by XMB photography
The Nutcracker Ballet and Other Holiday Shows for Kids in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
Here's where to take the kids to see The Nutcracker and other holiday shows in 2025.
Enjoy milk and cookies and meet Santa aboard the Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad's North Pole Express. Photo by Kimberly Byard
Best Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains Near DC (2025 Guide for Families)
All aboard these magical Christmas trains for a dose of holiday cheer.
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!
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
101 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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Big Fun for Little Ones at Reston Community Center
Reston Community Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens
Brookside Gardens - 5:30 PM Pick
Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Behind the Treasury Building - 7:00 PM Pick
Champions of Magic: Holiday Spectacular (at The Kennedy Center)
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - 8:00 PM Pick
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience (at Rhode Island Center)
Rhode Island Center - various times Pick
Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade
Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Streets - 10:00 AM Pick
Holiday Gingerbread House Decorating at McLean Community Center
McLean Community Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens
Brookside Gardens - 5:30 PM Pick
Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Behind the Treasury Building - 7:00 PM Pick
Champions of Magic: Holiday Spectacular (at The Kennedy Center)
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - 8:00 PM Pick
Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens
Brookside Gardens - 5:30 PM Pick
Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Behind the Treasury Building - 7:00 PM Pick
Champions of Magic: Holiday Spectacular (at The Kennedy Center)
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - 8:00 PM 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
Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Behind the Treasury Building - 7:00 PM 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
George Washington's Mount Vernon
George Washington's Mount Vernon - 9:00 AM
International Spy Museum
International Spy Museum DC - 9:00 AM
Storytime at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - 11:00 AM Pick
Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Behind the Treasury Building - 7:00 PM 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 at the Hirshhorn
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Behind the Treasury Building - 7:00 PM Pick
Cincinnati Ballet: The Nutcracker® (at The Kennedy Center)
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - 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
America's Trot for Hunger (at Freedom Plaza)
Freedom Plaza - 6:30 AM Pick
Season's Greenings at US Botanic Garden
United States Botanic Garden - 10:00 AM Pick
Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Behind the Treasury Building - 7:00 PM 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

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