Boro Biergarten Family Night

Boro Biergarten Family Night

Finding a place where the adults can actually relax while the kids are genuinely entertained is not easy. Boro Biergarten in Tysons pulls it off better than most spots in the DMV. Every Thursday through Saturday, they run family nights with activities that keep kids busy and a beer garden atmosphere that lets parents feel like they are having a real night out. The setup is simple: an outdoor seating area with picnic tables, string lights, food and drinks, and a rotation of kid-friendly entertainment. It feels casual and low-pressure, which is exactly what you want on a weeknight when everyone is tired but nobody wants to just sit at home.

The kids' entertainment changes throughout the week, but glitter tattoos and live magic shows are the regulars. The magic shows are a big hit. The magician walks around the tables doing close-up tricks, and kids absolutely lose their minds over it. Our five-year-old still talks about the card trick she saw two weeks ago. The glitter tattoos are free and take just a few minutes, so even toddlers can sit still long enough to get one. While the kids are occupied, parents can order from the drink menu, which has craft beers, cocktails, and specials that change weekly. The food options are solid beer garden fare: pretzels, sausages, burgers, and a few lighter options. It is not gourmet, but everything is good and comes out quickly, which matters when you have hungry kids at the table.

What makes this work as a regular outing is the price. Admission is free. You just pay for what you eat and drink. There is no cover charge, no ticket to buy, and no pressure to spend a certain amount. The Boro development in Tysons has a walkable outdoor area with space for kids to move around between the tables, so you are not trapped in your seat the entire time. Parking is easy at The Boro garage, and the whole area is accessible. We have gone on both Thursday and Saturday nights, and Saturdays tend to be busier. Thursday is our sweet spot because the crowds are smaller and the kids get more one-on-one time with the magician. If you live in Northern Virginia and you are looking for a standing weeknight plan that works for the whole family, this is it.

Parent Tips 💡

• ✓Thursday nights are the sweet spot. Smaller crowds mean your kids get more face time with the magician and shorter waits for glitter tattoos.
• ✓No reservations needed. Just show up, grab a table, and settle in. First come, first served on seating.
• ✓Bring a light layer for the kids. The outdoor seating area is open-air, and evenings can cool down as the sun sets.
• ✓The magic show is the main draw. The magician does table-side tricks, so stick around your table so the kids do not miss a visit.
• ✓Food comes out fast. Order when you sit down and the kids will have food before they start getting antsy. The pretzels are a crowd favorite.
• ✓Parking is free in The Boro garage. No need to hunt for street spots or pay for a lot. Just pull into the garage and walk over.