Hosting Thanksgiving at home is a lot of fun, but let's face it—it's also a lot of work. Gathering the crew at a restaurant instead allows everyone to be together on Thanksgiving without all the hassle of cooking and cleaning. Luckily, there are plenty of restaurants open on Thanksgiving in DC and its surrounding areas where you can do just that.

Here are 15 restaurants open on Thanksgiving in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia in 2025. Not only are they all kid-friendly, but many even offer special pricing for kids ages 12 and under. If you see something you like, make a reservation ASAP, as spots fill up quickly.

Wherever you choose to gather this Thanksgiving, bring some laughter to the table with our list of 25 Thanksgiving jokes for kids. For even more Thanksgiving fun, try one of our 50 Thanksgiving crafts, games, and activities for kids and families.

Parents in the DC area (or visiting in December) looking for magical, over-the-top holiday destinations within driving distance—look no further! We've rounded up places to take kids to see incredible decorations, visit Santa, enjoy seasonal activities, and possibly stay overnight for a holiday-themed getaway.

These holiday getaways near DC offer all the sparkle and wonder of the holiday season. Families can enjoy twinkling trees, sparkling light shows, festive shops, and so much more.

Here are 10 festive hotels and Christmas towns near DC that will get the whole family into the holiday spirit. For more seasonal fun, from where to see Christmas lights near DC to the best Christmas events near DC, check out our Christmas Activities and Holiday Guide for DC Kids.

When you've got kids of multiple ages, it can be hard to find activities and attractions that will appeal to everyone. Tweens and teens have outgrown playgrounds, for example, while toddlers would get bored in most museums.

But that doesn't mean the days of family adventures are over! The key is to find places that have multiple types of activities to keep every age group happy. And luckily, there are many things to do in DC with kids of all ages.

From parks and museums to entertainment spots and fun restaurants, here are 15 things to do in DC with toddlers to teens. These kid-friendly DC attractions for families are sure to keep everyone happy. Find more ideas for all-ages activities in DC, like amazing indoor water parks near, in our Indoor Fun Guide for DC Kids.