Family-Friendly Activities in the DMV this Weekend (2/6 – 2/8)

The Acors standing in front of the Visit Baltimore sign
  • Updated: 2/4/2026
HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH!! I've been shouting it from the rooftops!! It's a great time to reflect on the past and expose kids to the rich history of black culture right in and around the DC area. Linked below this weekend's happenings is our full list of Black History Month events and activities. I highly recommend checking out PG County, Maryland's variety of events for kids of all ages and the many, many FREE library happenings around the DMV. Don't forget it's also Baltimore's annual Downtown Discovery Days through Tuesday, February 10, where you can visit Downtown Baltimore's main attractions, including the Reginald F. Lewis Museum for Black History Month outings, for reduced prices. Some restrictions apply so make sure to review their website (linked below) for more details. Have a happy and safe weekend!
Sarah in a hot pink dress
Sarah Acors
Creator of 4DMV Kids & Founder of BCB DMV+
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Note: This weekly listing is full of events happening throughout the weekend for kids (ages 3+) – teens. I place a special emphasis on literacy, STEM & other educational based events as well as family fun festivities. Please click the links to review the most up-to-date information prior to heading out!

Upcoming Events

Meet Authors Christian Gregory and Derrick Barnes at Politics and Prose (Connecticut Ave.) on Friday (2/6) to learn about the true story of Dick Gregory who ran for two and a half months to to raise awareness about the epidemic of poverty and food insecurity in America.
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Friday, February 6, 2026

Washington, DC

Maryland

Northern Virginia

  • Friday (2/6) at 11:00 am | Intergenerational Storytime at Aurora Hills Library in Arlington
  • Friday (2/6) at 6:00 pm | Family Night at Carver Community Center in Arlington 
    • You and your family can enjoy inflatables, open game room, creative crafts and a chance to win prize at bingo.
Carter G Woodson Sketch
On Saturday (2/7), celebrate Dr. Carter G. Woodson and Black History Month by harkening back to its origin in 1926 with Negro History Week at MLK Library in DC. Families will learn about American History more deeply by making their own posters and history kits featuring such Black Americans as Benjamin Banneker, Harriett Tubman and others. In addition to this and other hands-on activities, visitors will get to meet and get a selfie with “Dr. Carter G. Woodson” – the creator of the Negro History Week, the forerunner of Black History Month.
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Saturday, February 7, 2026

Washington, DC

Saturday (2/7) morning concert in honor of the Beatles in College Park, MD! Tickets are $14 - $17 per person with family of four packs available for $57!
Tap here for The Beatles Event info

Maryland

Prince George’s County
  • Saturday (2/7) at 10:00 am | WTMD’s Saturday Morning Tunes: The Beatles for Kids! at The Clarice Smith Center at University of Maryland College Park ($) ♥
    • The Fabtastic Four features members of the beloved ’90’s Baltimore power-pop band Starbelly playing faithful renditions of Beatles classics without costumes or wigs; just unforgettable versions of the group’s amazing hits.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 10:00 am | Celebrate the Year of the Horse! at IKEA College Park ♥
    • Enjoy exclusive IKEA Family discounts, luck-inviting workshops, Asian-Swedish-fusion food sampling and joy for the whole family.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 10:30 am | Wings of Watkins at Watkins Nature Center ($)
    • Learn all about what makes raptors so incredible, then enjoy a thrilling training session and watch a bird take flight in an exciting live demonstration.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | Ready 2 Read STEM Black History Month at Bowie Library (Best for ages 3-5) 
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | Black Aviator Tour at College Park Aviation Museum (Best for ages 8+)
    • This tour highlights just some of history’s African American Aviators, from the legendary Eugene Bullard to local aviator Gus McLeod, and their impacts on aviation.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:30 am | Story Explorers: Beginning Readers at Largo-Kettering Library (Best for ages 5-8)
  • Saturday (2/7) at 12:00 pm | Dinosaur Park Open House in Laurel
  • Saturday (2/7) at 12:30 pm | Neurodivergent Brilliance: Unleashing Your Superpowers through Afrofuturism at Largo-Kettering Library
    • Also held on Wednesday (2/18)! This training is for elementary-aged neurodivergent learners—like those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences. Learn how our brains work, build confidence, and talk about what it means to be Black and neurodivergent. Also explore Afrofuturism—a powerful way to understand the culture and imagine the future through creativity and pride.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 1:00 pm | Miles Davis & John Coltrane 2026: 100th Birthday Tribute at South Bowie Library
    • Also held on Saturday (2/28) at Surratts-Clinton Library! With live performances from the trio and insights into their remarkable lives, Muneer—son of the late acclaimed jazz bassist Jamil Nasser, as well as a musician, author, and historian—brings a personal and deeply informed perspective on two of jazz’s most iconic figures.
  •  Saturday (2/7) at 1:00 pm | Kids Create: Friendship Bracelets at Mount Rainier Library 
  • Saturday (2/7) at 6:30 pm | Jump Legacy: Honoring the Past Jumping into the Future at Spauldings Library in District Heights ♥
    • Honor the spirit and endurance of Black history through rhythm and motion — enjoy a powerful, expressive jump rope showcase celebrating storytelling through coordinated movement.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 7:00 pm | Pocket Moxie: A Happenstance Vaudeville with Happenstance Theater at Prince George’s Publick Playhouse in Hyattsville ($) ♥
    • A light-hearted homage to the style and spirit of the Great Age of Vaudeville, an immensely popular theatre from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, comprised of specialty acts, song, and dance.
On Saturday (2/7), celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science with an inspiring afternoon dedicated to women in STEM! This event showcases the incredible contributions of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through live demonstrations, interactive experiments, and engaging conversations. Families, students and adults of all ages will enjoy meeting local women scientists learning about their career paths and exploring hands-on STEM fun. Free event in Gaithersburg, MD!
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Maryland

Montgomery County
  • Saturday (2/7) at 10:00 am & 11:30 am | Balloonacy at Imagination Stage in Bethesda ($) ♥
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | Books Alive with InterAct Story Theatre’s Ali Oliver-Krueger at Highland Elementary School in Wheaton (Best for ages 3+)
    • Explore a favorite folk tale together through movement, drama, and song.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | Groovy Nate: FUNk Music and Movement at Germantown Library (Best for ages 12 & under) 
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | Lunar New Year Lion Dance at Chevy Chase Library
    • Celebrate The Year of the Horse with a traditional Lion Dance performance by the Chinese Youth Club of Washington DC.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | The Maryland Opera presents: Puppets & Papageno at Gaithersburg Library ♥
    • Join puppets “Tuska” and “Donnertello” as they learn that, while singing solos in the opera is fun, the real joy comes from singing together! 
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm | Beale Street Puppets presents The Enchanted Mermaid at The Puppet Co. Playhouse ($) 
  • Saturday (2/7) at 1:00 pm | Women in STEM at Casey Community Center in Gaithersburg ♥
    • Families, students and adults of all ages will enjoy meeting local women scientists learning about their career paths and exploring hands-on STEM fun. Additional highlights include Girl Scout STEM badge activities, STEM/STEAM summer camp information, and opportunities to explore college and career pathways in science and technology fields.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 1:00 pm | Learn about Hip Hop Dance at Olney Library ♥
  • Saturday (2/7) at 2:00 pm | Let it Snow! with Science Connections at Davis Library in Bethesda (Best for ages 6+)
    • Make your own snow, explore a close-up view of snowflakes, and make your own mini snow globes.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 3:00 pm | Valentine’s Day Crafternoon at White Oak Library

More Maryland Events  

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Enjoy a full day of fandom fun for FREE in Alexandria, VA with cosplay, anime screenings, gaming, workshops, an artist alley, food, merch, and more. No cost, no barriers, just a hands-on space to connect, create, and explore together.
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Northern Virginia

  • Saturday (2/7) at 10:00 am | Conversation Heart Inspired Cake Pop Studio Class at Tiny Chefs ($) (Best for ages 4-8) ♥
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | PatCon at Patrick Henry Recreation Center in Alexandria ♥
    • Enjoy a full day of fandom fun with cosplay, anime screenings, gaming, workshops, an artist alley, food, merch, and more. No cost, no barriers, just a hands-on space to connect, create, and explore together.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | Cool Creations featuring Wikki Stix ~ Lots of Love! Card at Lakeshore Learning (Best for ages 3+) ♥
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | Mommy/Daddy and Me: Baking Fun! at Cookology Culinary School in Arlington ($) (Best for ages 3-7)
  • Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 am | Likin’ Lichen! at Long Branch Nature Center ($) (Best for ages 3+)
    • Learn about lichen in the classroom, and then go on an exploration hike to find some outside.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 12:00 pm | Black History Month at the Meeting House at Frying Pan Park
  • Saturday (2/7) at 2:00 pm | No Two Alike at Winkler Botanical Preserve in Alexandria
    • Celebrate uniqueness while listening to the book “No Two Alike”, by Keith Baker, then amble through the woods, looking for unique and special things to explore. 
  • Saturday (2/7) at 2:00 pm | Won’t You Be My Owlentine? at Potomac Overlook Regional Park ($) (Best for ages 6+) ♥
    • See live raptors, learn about their mating habits during breeding season, and get your picture taken with a live bird of prey!
  • Saturday (2/7) at 4:30 pm | Bald Eagle Campfire at Gulf Branch Nature Center in Arlington ($) 

Sunday, February 8, 2026

Washington, DC 

  • Sunday (2/8) at 10:00 am | Word Worlds Discovery Day at Planet Word ♥
    • Step into three brand-new immersive environments and see what surprises you’ll uncover in our transformed Word Worlds experience
  • Sunday (2/8) at 11:00 am | Drag Story Hour with Charlemagne Chateau at Loyalty Books in Petworth 
  • Sunday (2/8) at 1:30 pm | Quilt 101 at Chevy Chase Neighborhood Library ♥
    • Learn the basics of making a quilt. Great fun for the whole family.
  • Sunday (2/8) at 2:00 pm | Black Music in American History at Rock Creek Park Nature Center and Planetarium in NW
    • Come ready to listen to some great music and explore the deep connections between our music and our national story. 
  • Sunday (2/8) at 2:00 pm | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at Warner Theatre ($) ♥
TITAN exhibit flyer
NEW Exhibit Alert! Head to the Reginald F. Lewis Museum in Baltimore, MD to see their latest exhibit featuring their namesake. The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis offers an in-depth journey into the extraordinary life and lasting legacy of Maryland native, Reginald Francis Lewis. Widely celebrated as the first African American to establish and lead a billion-dollar company, Lewis transcended the realm of business as a multifaceted figure—a devoted family man, skilled lawyer, and pioneering trailblazer. This exhibition unveils the many elements that define the remarkable life of a maverick.
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Maryland

  • Sunday (2/8) at 10:00 am | TITAN The Legacy of Reginald Lewis Exhibit Opening at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum in Baltimore ($) ♥
    • Widely celebrated as the first African American to establish and lead a billion-dollar company, Lewis transcended the realm of business as a multifaceted figure—a devoted family man, skilled lawyer, and pioneering trailblazer. This exhibition unveils the many elements that define the remarkable life of a maverick.
  • Sunday (2/8) at 10:00 am & 11:30 am | Balloonacy at Imagination Stage in Bethesda ($) ♥
  • Sunday (2/8) at 11:00 am & 12:30 pm | Family Workshop: Wooden Keychains at KID Museum ($)
    • Work together with your family or group to transform a single block of wood into a commemorative keychain. You can manipulate the woodblock using drills, rasps, files, and sandpaper.
  • Sunday (2/8) at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm | Beale Street Puppets presents The Enchanted Mermaid at The Puppet Co. Playhouse ($) 
  • Sunday (2/8) at 1:30 pm | Meet a Maker: Katrika Shaw, Cosmetic Scientist at KID Museum in Bethesda ($) ♥
    • Join Katrika for a hands-on lesson in chemistry and fragrance as you make your own body spray!
  • Sunday (2/8) at 2:00 pm | Books Alive with InterAct Story Theatre’s Ali Oliver-Krueger at Highland Elementary School in Wheaton (Best for ages 3+)
    • Explore a favorite folk tale together through movement, drama, and song.
  • Sunday (2/8) at 2:00 pm | S.T.E.A.M. Explorers at Wheaton Library (Best for grades 3-5) 
  • Sunday (2/8) at 2:00 pm | ‘Jazz Journeys: From Blues to Now’ with the Muneer Nasser Quintet at Wheaton Library
    • Trumpeter, composer, jazz historian, and author Muneer Nasser explores the rich history of jazz through live music, rare recordings, and interactive demonstrations.
  • Sunday (2/8) at 3:00 pm | Family Square Dance at Joe’s Movement Emporium in Mount Rainier ($) ♥
    • Dances to be taught: Square dances, Two-steps, waltzes, line dances, circle dances & more! 

Northern Virginia

  • Sunday (2/8) at 1:30 pm | Valentine Card Extravaganza! at Beatley Central Library in Alexandria ♥ 
  • Sunday (2/8) at 3:00 pm | A Free Black History Month Concert at the Lyceum in Alexandria ♥
    • Enjoy traditional African American spirituals, poetry, dance, ring shouts, banjo tunes, stories, and audience participation.
  • Sunday (2/8) at 3:30 pm | Valentine’s Day Craft at Long Branch Nature Center in Arlington ($) (Best for ages 6-12)
    • Make adorable Valentine’s Day crafts to give to friends, loved ones, or even animals at the Nature Center!

Sensory Friendly & Accessible

  • Saturday (2/7) at 10:30 am | Story Time for the Spectrum at Chevy Chase Neighborhood Library
    • This sensory-friendly story time is designed to be enjoyed by kids of all abilities, especially kids on the autism spectrum! 
  • Sunday (2/8) at 8:00 am | Morning at the Museum at the National Museum of African American History & Culture
    • This free, sensory friendly program, is intended for children, teenagers, and young adults who are neurodivergent to explore the Museum and participate in activities independently at their own pace.
  • Sunday (2/8) at 9:30 am | Valentine’s ASL Storytime with Dr. Alice Kreisle and Kathy Pongor at People’s Book Takoma 
  • Sunday (2/8) at 11:00 am | Sensory Storytelling with ReadAbility at Germantown Library
    • Multisensory book and storytelling session for all children who learn best through sensory play. 

For Tweens & Teens

Washington, DC

  • Friday (2/6) at 4:15 pm | Hack and Snack: Patch it Up! at Parklands-Turner Neighborhood Library in SE (Best for teens & adults) 
    • Redesign and patch up a winter hat. Use the Cricut Maker to create a fresh design. 
  • Saturday (2/7) at 2:30 pm | Teen Studio: Cloudy with a Chance of Artistic Inspiration! at Hirshhorn Museum
    • Experience Spencer Finch’s Cloud (H20) (2006). Then create molecular light paintings of our own.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 3:30 pm | Saturday Bellevue Cinema: Fight the System at Bellevue Neighborhood Library in SW (Best for teens & adults) 
  • Sunday (2/8) at 2:00 pm | Nothing but Blues ~ The History of Blues Music at MLK Memorial Library (Best for teens & adults)
    • Presented by the Washington Jazz Arts Institute, enjoy a mix of lecture and live blues music.
  • Sunday (2/8) at 2:00 pm | Black Futurity at Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library in NW (Best for teens) ♥
    • This program focuses on Afrofuturism, a creative movement that explores the intersection of Black culture, history, and technology/science fiction.

Maryland

  • Friday (2/6) at 2:00 pm | Teen Zone at Bowie Library 
  • Friday (2/6) at 6:30 pm | Understanding the Black Diaspora through Food at Harriet Tubman Cultural Center in Columbia (Best for ages 12+) ♥
    • Explore the rich flavors and culinary traditions of the Black Diaspora in this hands-on cooking program.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 12:00 pm | DIY Junk Journaling at Gaithersburg Library  (Best for ages 12-17)
    • Tweens and teens can join us to create their very own junk journal from scratch.
  • Saturday (2/7) at 12:00 pm | Teen Leadership Program presented by Grind Hard, Dream Big at Glenarden Library ♥
    • Teens will use creative writing to learn about leadership skills, build confidence, and develop real-world readiness.
  • Sunday (2/8) at 2:30 pm | Open Studio: Woodshop at KID Museum ($) (Best for grades 4th) 

Northern Virginia

This Week's Book Recommendation

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Inspire Black boys to imagine all the great things they can do while celebrating remarkable moments from Black history! From athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick to musician Fela Kuti, explorer Matthew Henson and writer Chinua Achebe, there are so many inspirational men in Black history. Purchase this book from Laces & Pages for $17.99!
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