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50 Things to Do This Summer with Kids in the DMV
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Best Indoor Activities with Kids in DC
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Top 25 Things to Do with Kids in DC
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Top 25 Things to Do with Kids in DC
Meet Finn the Fox, your kid's new adventure buddy
Finn is a curious little fox who explores real places across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. His first adventure? The National Zoo. 15 coloring pages with a story, interactive prompts, and real animals your kids will recognize from their own visits.
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Smithsonian Castle (Temporarily Reopened)
The iconic red sandstone building on the National Mall is open again after years of renovation. Walk through the restored Great Hall and explore new interactive exhibits with the kids.
FREE
DC Spray Parks Open
DC's spray parks and splash pads are officially open for the summer. Free water fun for kids at parks across the city, every day this week.
FREE
Shrek 2 Outdoor Movie at The Wharf
Free outdoor screening of Shrek 2 on the waterfront. Bring blankets and grab dinner from nearby restaurants before the show starts at sundown.
$3-$9
Under the Baobab Tree
Storytelling and hands-on art activities inspired by African traditions. A creative afternoon for families with kids of all ages.
FREE
Spirit of Independence Festival
Festival at the National Archives for America's 250th. Living history, fife-and-drum music, colonial food, and the Declaration of Independence on special display.
FREE
Boro Biergarten Family Night
Family-friendly evening at the Boro Biergarten with food, drinks for the parents, and plenty of space for kids to run around.
From $47
Sesame Street Live
Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and the whole gang on stage. A perfect first live show for toddlers and preschoolers.
FREE
Jazz in the Garden
Live music in the National Gallery Sculpture Garden. Bring a blanket and snacks. Free but lottery registration required.
FREE
Marine Barracks Friday Evening Parade
The Marine Corps' precision drill team and band perform under the lights at the historic barracks on Capitol Hill. A memorable Friday night for the whole family.
FREE
National Gallery Block Party
The Gallery's biggest event ever. LEGO building in the Rotunda, art labs, Racing Presidents, music, food trucks, and curator talks across both buildings and the Sculpture Garden.
$8-$12
Sandy Spring Strawberry Festival
Annual strawberry festival with picking, live music, local vendors, and strawberry treats. A fun Saturday outing for the whole family.
FREE
Dupont-Kalorama Museum Walk Weekend
Free admission and special family activities at museums along the Dupont-Kalorama corridor. Walk between venues and explore at your own pace.
FREE
American Icon: The US Flag in Art
Exhibition exploring how artists have used the American flag across centuries. Great for sparking conversations with older kids about history and art.
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50 Things to Do This Summer
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50 summer activities across DC, Maryland & Virginia. Splash pads, pools, outdoor festivals, nature trails, and more.
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Bison Standing Strong at Natural History Museum
New exhibition featuring a life-size bull bison, the giant B. latifrons skull "Junior," and traditional Indigenous artworks. Family programming day on May 12.
FREE
Free Outdoor Movies at the REACH
Friday night movies on the Kennedy Center's REACH lawn. Wonka, The Lion King, The Incredibles, and more. Bring a blanket and picnic.
FREE
Spirit of Independence Festival
Three-day festival at the National Archives for America's 250th. Living history, fife-and-drum music, colonial food, and the Declaration of Independence on special display.
FREE
National Gallery Block Party
The Gallery's biggest event ever. LEGO building in the Rotunda, art labs, Racing Presidents, music, food trucks, and curator talks across both buildings and the Sculpture Garden.
FREE
Pride Family Day at Glen Echo Park
6th annual Pride Family Day with crafts, face painting, carousel rides, and playground time. A relaxed morning at one of the area's coolest parks.
FREE
Juneteenth Freedom Day at National Harbor
Fifth annual celebration with a Black-owned marketplace (30+ vendors), live music on the Rhythm & Roots Stage, dance performances, and a Juneteenth history timeline.
FREE
Heritage Days Montgomery County
27th annual festival opens dozens of historic sites across Montgomery County. Trolley rides, C&O Canal tours, working farms, and Civil War history. Pick your own adventure.
Top 25 Things to Do
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