Blogs in this list spotlight cultural heritage month happenings and things to do to celebrate specific people, places or themes related to culture.
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Planning to visit Seattle with kids soon? Here’s a rundown of our first trip to the city, which served as the starting point for our seven-day Alaska cruise. We arrived two days before the ship set sail, giving us time to explore and we were pleasantly surprised by what we found! Follow our Seattle port […]
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DC Art All Night returns September 11 – 12, 2026, with free art activations, musical performances, and hands-on activities happening across the city. With so many activations happening in different neighborhoods, figuring out where to take kids can feel a bit overwhelming, so I’ve sorted the kid-friendly entertainment by neighborhood for both Friday & Saturday
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I surprised my tween with a birthday trip to Salt Lake City, Utah! It was our first time visiting the mountainous state and my daughter’s first time traveling out West.
Quick Trip to Utah with a Tween: Activities + Tips Read More »
From lion dance demos and hands-on crafts to festivals and library programs, uncover meaningful ways to learn about and celebrate Lunar New Year with kids in the DC metro area. Lunar New Year celebrates the end of winter and the onset of Spring. According to the National Museum of Asian Art, “It is the most
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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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Here’s a fun way to explore the world around you with input from your whole family. With a little planning, you can create a cultural bucket list that maps out meaningful experiences right in your own backyard. Whether you use it during cultural heritage months or as a year-round tradition, your list can include museums,
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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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