Sesame Street Live
Elmo, Big Bird, and the Sesame Street crew live on stage. Great for younger kids who still love the show.
Under the Baobab Tree
Interactive African storytelling and craft workshops at the Smithsonian. Kids make art inspired by the stories they hear.
National Gallery Block Party
Hands-on art activities, live music, and open galleries at the National Gallery of Art. A fun and free Saturday on the Mall.
Shrek 2 Outdoor Movie at The Wharf
Free outdoor screening of Shrek 2 on the waterfront. Bring blankets and snacks for a fun evening with the kids.
DC Spray Parks Open for Summer
Free splash pads and spray parks open across DC on weekends. The perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day.
Sandy Spring Strawberry Festival
Strawberry picking, hayrides, pony rides, live music, and homemade strawberry shortcake in Sandy Spring, Maryland.
Spirit of Independence Festival
Three days of hands-on history activities and science demos at the American History Museum. Kids can touch, build, and explore.
Dupont-Kalorama Museum Walk
Walk between eight museums and cultural spaces in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Special hands-on activities at each stop.
LEGO "Start Your Engines!"
Build and race LEGO cars at this hands-on workshop in Springfield. Kids design, test, and tweak their creations all session long.
Acton Children's Business Fair
Kids run their own booths, pitch their products, and make real sales at this popular entrepreneurship fair at Dupont Circle.
EU Open House, 27 European Embassies
Twenty-seven European embassies open their doors for one Saturday. Kids try costumes, taste food, and stamp a passport booklet. France and Germany do a joint open house, Italy has luxury cars, and Luxembourg gives out chocolate.
Star Wars Day at MLK Library
May the 4th at the library with lightsaber crafts, LEGO building, a costume parade, and a full movie screening.
Hershey's Interactive Experience
Hands-on candy games, multi-sensory play, and chocolate-themed activities at Tysons Corner Center.
Library of Congress Discovery Space
New interactive space for kids and teens at the Library of Congress with hands-on exhibits. Timed entry required.
Bird Walk at the National Zoo
Guided bird-watching walk at the Smithsonian National Zoo. Experts lead families through the grounds identifying bird species. RSVP required.
Burnside Farms Tulip Festival
Pedal karts, jump pads, farm animals, and 1.5 million tulips, this is peak childhood adventure material.
Nationals vs Giants
Run the bases after the game, get a free hoodie, and eat free. Kids under 12 have the best experience at Nationals Park.
National Building Museum Workshops
Architecture and design workshops made for curious kids. Design your own building, learn how bridges work, and more.
Tephra ICA Arts Festival
Hands-on kids art activities alongside 200+ artists and live music at one of Northern Virginia's best outdoor festivals.
DC Parks Spring Break
Free activities across DC parks, sports, crafts, and outdoor fun. Perfect for 4–10 year olds looking for action.
Earth Day Events
Hands-on environmental science for kids, stream cleanups, nature walks, and crafts that make Earth Day meaningful.