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.
Today we find ourselves in a new parenting situation. Schools, restaurants and even playgrounds have been closed in an effort…
“I realized when you look at your mother, you are looking at the purest love you will ever know.” -…
Easter reminds us of renewed life, new beginnings and the feeling of spring in the air. It is no wonder…
On April 22, 1970, 20 million Americans took to the streets for the future of our planet. In hundreds of…
Kids love any excuse to make a day extra special, so why not March 17 of every year? You certainly…
Alexandria Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration & Parade March 7 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Our goal is to promote and preserve Irish…
We can celebrate African-American History Month by remembering the contributions made by African-Americans who fought for freedom and civil rights.…
WON’T YOU BE MY VALENTINE? Events for you and your loved ones. Chocolate Lovers Festival February 1 & 2 This…
If Christmas is the backdrop for some of your fondest childhood memories, you are not alone. Many people cherry-pick their…
Surviving the holiday season requires a little superpower, a little creativity and a lot of organization. While it wouldn’t hurt…
A Brief Background In 1862, after his first year of presidency, President Abraham Lincoln and his family moved to a…
While your parents are busy planning and preparing your family’s Thanksgiving feast, why not make a few decorations to top…
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts launched its first-ever expansion in its 48-year history, named the REACH, with…
Are you looking for some fun new ways to celebrate Halloween with your kids this year? How about a neighborhood…
“Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.” — Albert Einstein For Greg Viggiano, Executive Director of…
Perhaps your 4th of July plans include the timeless tradition of the 4th of July parade, alive with the best…
