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For Tweens (11โ€“14)

Experiences cool enough to actually enjoy

Renaissance Faire
๐ŸŽช
Mayโ€“Jun
Live Shows

Virginia Renaissance Faire

Jousting, fire performers, archery, and period-accurate food. Tweens who think they're too cool for everything will love this.

๐Ÿ“… May 9โ€“Jun 7๐Ÿ“ Lake Anna Winery, VA๐Ÿ’ฐ Tickets required
Nationals
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Kids Eat Free
Baseball

Nationals vs Giants

Live baseball at one of DC's best venues โ€” especially good with older kids who can appreciate the sport and the atmosphere.

๐Ÿ“… Apr 18โ€“19๐Ÿ“ Nationals Park, DC๐Ÿ’ฐ Tickets vary
Design

National Building Museum Workshops

Architecture and photography workshops that actually challenge older kids. Great for tweens interested in design, art, or engineering.

๐Ÿ“… Ongoing๐Ÿ“ 401 F St NW, DC๐Ÿ’ฐ Varies
Arts Festival

Tephra ICA Arts Festival

200+ artists, live music, and a creative outdoor atmosphere. A great way for tweens to explore art in a relaxed setting.

๐Ÿ“… May 16โ€“17๐Ÿ“ Reston, VA๐Ÿ’ฐ FREE

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