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Liv and Sarah smile outside the Kennedy Center in Valentine's Day pink and red colors

Valentine’s Day Family-Friendly Events & Activities in the DMV

Across the DC metro area, there are plenty of family-friendly Valentine’s Day events and activities designed with kids, tweens, and teens in mind. From creative workshops and themed outings to low-key experiences that celebrate love, kindness, and connection, this guide highlights fun and age-appropriate ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day across DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

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Jack creates a stop light in honor of Garrett Morgan

Celebrate Black History Month with Kids in the DMV (2026)

Here in the DMV, February offers countless ways for kids to engage with Black history through hands-on events, museum visits, powerful storytelling, and books that spark curiosity. Use this list as a starting point for meaningful family exploration into the roots of African American legacy. Whether you’re planning a special outing, adding learning to your

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Sarah and liv pose at the MLK memorial on the National Mall

Celebrate MLK Day in the DC Metro Area (2026)

MLK Day gives families across the DC metro area a chance to pause, reflect, and learn together. Throughout the DMV, families can attend events, serve their communities, and visit historic sites honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In turn, kids gain a deeper understanding of justice, equality, and service. Whether you’re looking for educational experiences

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Jack and Liv pose in Santa's Workshop at Kings Dominion

100+ Amazing Winter Break Activities in the DMV

Winter Break is here! Use this list to plan the next two weeks through January 4th. It includes weekend happenings, daily activities, ongoing celebrations and New Years festivities. Don’t forget to bookmark it and share with friends! Note: This weekly listing is full of events happening throughout winter break for kids (ages 3+) – teens.

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Local Love: 4DMV Kids’ Holiday Gift Guide for Families

Shop local this holiday season with this list of brands, businesses and nonprofits to support! From handmade treasures to unforgettable experience gifts and wallet-friendly finds, use this guide to check off your “nice” list while uplifting the local DMV community.  Notes: Affiliate links used in this blog are indicated. Follow the links in blue text

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Maryland STEM Festival: Amazing Activities by Age & Interest (2025)

Each fall, organizations and libraries across the state of Maryland hold special events that celebrate curiosity, innovation, and discovery in science, technology, engineering, and math (S.T.E.M) through the Maryland STEM Festival. In this guide you’ll find events by age group and interest to explore throughout the month.  The 2025 Maryland STEM Festival is packed with

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Liv and friend pose in halloween costumes

Spooktacular Halloween Events for Kids in the DMV (Updated 2025)

Have a Fang-tastic Time! Get ready for not-so-scary Halloween-themed fun for kids of all ages! Listed below, you’ll find celebrations across the DMV + themed activities like arts & crafts and free movie screenings. Don’t forget to bookmark this list & share it with friend. Notes: All listings link (blue text) to the event homepage.

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Liv and Jack at the movies in front of Wicked

Family-Friendly Movies in the DC Metro Area (Most Free)

Get ready for summer movie nights! Spring and Summer brings plenty of indoor and outdoor movies to DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia and mostly for free! Here’s your guide to family-friendly movies in 2025 Follow the links to explore more information about the movie listed. Greyed out listings have passed but links are still clickable

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Sarah, Liv and Friends at Kids' Theater Opening night for Dory Fantasmagory

Kids’ Theater in the DMV: What’s On Stage + Real Reviews

Kids’ Theater in the DMV: What’s On Stage + Real Reviews It’s Opening Night & You’re Invited There are SO many venues that host kids’ theater & musical performances throughout DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia. From holiday productions to seasonal shows and concerts, this listing will be continuously updated with reviews of current shows in

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