Things To Do
From museum mornings to weekend festivals, Washington Parent helps DMV families find the best things to do with kids across DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia. Browse fresh ideas for free activities, indoor and outdoor fun, arts and culture, and seasonal events all year long. Check back often — we add new outings and event roundups every week.
Halloween falls on a Saturday in 2026, which means families across DC, Maryland and Virginia can take advantage of a…
Hispanic Heritage Month takes over the region, with Fiesta DC on Pennsylvania Avenue both days and a free lowriding festival at the Smithsonian on Sunday. Here are 20 things to do with kids across DC, Northern Virginia and Maryland, most of them free.
Halloween is one of the sweetest times of the year, and the entire DMV area is full of bakeries and…
Editor’s note: The 2026 ceremonies are over. Save this page to find details for 2027. Sept. 11, 2026 marks 25…
From Cox Farms in Centreville to Clark’s Elioak Farm in Ellicott City, these 10 pumpkin patches near D.C. offer hayrides, corn mazes and farm animals. Get 2026 dates, ticket prices and tips for beating October weekend crowds.
Fall foliage near DC comes later than most families think. Summer brings family road trips and fireworks, but fall has…
All aboard! Train rides for kids near DC range from historic steam engines rolling through scenic farmland to miniature trains…
Mark your calendars: Labor Day 2027 falls on Monday, Sept. 6. We’ll have a fresh list of DMV festivals, parades…
Planning a visit to Bubble Planet DC? Discover the best ages, must-see interactive rooms, ticket options, VR add-on, stroller rules and whether a Fun Pass is right for your family.
Check out these family-friendly events across the DMV this July, from toddler storytimes, splash zones, night markets and more.
A parent’s guide to timing, cost, ages and which add-on attractions are actually worth the stop.
Finding dark skies near D.C. is tricky, not impossible. These stargazing spots, from the observatory grounds at Turner Farm in Great Falls to quiet overlooks and rural fields, stay open after dusk and offer real darkness for family viewing.
The fun doesn’t stop after the country’s 250th anniversary; the Maryland State Fair is celebrating its 145th anniversary this summer.…
Located in Howard County, the town has become a favorite family day-trip destination thanks to its mix of history, shopping,…
Week one of the new school year is behind you. Here is a free Saturday festival in Springfield that asks nothing of you.
These tiny neighborhood book boxes are turning sidewalks into story-sharing spaces and families across DC, Maryland and Virginia are joining the fun.
