Kid-friendly Activities in DC, Maryland & Northern Virginia this Weekend (1/31 - 2/2)

Liv and Jack stand in front go the District of Panda display at the National Zoo!
It's PANDAmonium in DC this Week!
Happy Lunar New Year and Happy *almost* Black History Month! This week we headed to the National Zoo to see giant pandas, Bao Li and Qing Bao, in action. The District of Panda Party is going on right now through February 9th. Coming up this weekend is District of Panda Day where you can groove to live music at the Great Meadow, play panda-themed trivia games and take part in other fun, family-friendly activities. There's also a panda-themed flower arranging class for $35/person. If you can't make it this weekend, there's also a Chinese Embassy Day the following Saturday (2/8) where panda fans can take part in cultural activities provided courtesy of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China. There will also be free screenings of the Kung Fu Panda movies! Tap the image above for more info on all the upcoming events and see the link at the bottom of this article for more Lunar New Year and Black History Month fun. Did someone say events this weekend...
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Sarah Acors
Creator of 4DMV Kids & Founder of BCB DMV+

Events

Top picks in this list have the heart symbol ♥ at the end of the listing!

The Washington Auto Show Logo
Featured Event | The Washington DC Auto Show opens this Friday (1/31) and lasts through Sunday, February 9th at the Washington Convention Center. Tickets range from $7 - $20/person depending on age and day of the week. Make sure to stop by the kids zone and check out WOW Wheelz for their 5th Anniversary Celebration. Tap the image above for more info!

Friday, January 31, 2025

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young girl holding a Valentines Candy Box at the Home Depot
Featured Event | On Saturday (2/1), build your own Valentines Candy Box at Home Depot stores throughout the DMV beginning at 9:00 am. Tap the image above for more info!

Saturday, February 1, 2025

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DC Chinese New Year parade and lion dance
Featured Event | On Sunday at 2:00 pm, check out the DC Chinese New Year Parade happening in Chinatown. Get ready for a vibrant community-based parade featuring various cultural and community performers. The grand finale will include a spectacular firecracker show in the middle of H Street. Tap the image above for more details.

Sunday, February 2, 2025

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For the Adults

Hops & Vines event flyer from Port Discovery

Hops & Vines at Port Discovery in Baltimore

Visit Port Discovery on Saturday, February 1st for their Hops & Vines event beginning at 7:00 pm. This grown-up friend-raiser (21+) is in support of Port Discovery’s educational and access programs. Hops & Vines brings together the best breweries and wineries from around the region for an evening of premier tastings. Take a tour of beverage samples along a backdrop of a fun night-at-the-museum vibe, complete with music and mingling. Tap the image above for details.

flyer for the The Poppaw Queen: Healing Justice Forum on Saturday at 3:00 pm

The Poppaw Queen: Healing Justice Forum

Happening Saturday, February 1st at 3:00 pm at Creative Suitland, catch a free screening of the award winning film "The Poppaw Queen"! This forum will feature a dynamic blend of insightful guest speakers, captivating live musical and poetry performances, and exclusive clips from the film. Discussions will explore critical topics such as healing for descendants of enslaved individuals, acknowledging the deep connections between Indigenous and African communities, and forging pathways toward reparations. Tap the image above for the details.

This Week's Book Recommendation

in honor of Lunar New Year - Alex's Good Fortune
Happy Lunar New Year! This book has been in our collection for quite some time. It's an easy read and my kids really enjoy it. Alex's Good Fortune is written by Benson Shum and highlights traditions associated with Chinese New Year. Tap the limage above for more info!

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Ice Skating around the DMV

New blog alert! Here's a listing of ice skating rinks around DC, Maryland and Virginia with tips we've learned along the way. This blog will be updated as we visit more rinks around the area.
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Lunar New Year Events

Check out the newly updated listing of Lunar New Events happening around DC, Maryland & Virginia through February 12th. This listing includes festivals, crafting events and more! Make sure to bookmark this listing for future cultural celebrations like Black History Month, President's Day, Mardi Gras and St. Patrick's Day.
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