Blogs in this list highlight events, activities and things-to-do that are free-to-attend for children and/or families in the DC metro area. Some blogs may include a mix of free and paid events. Read the descriptions and follow the links for additional information.
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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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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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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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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Take Flight at the National Air & Space Museum This Museum is currently closed due to a lapse in funding I will update this alert once it reopens. Hey there! We previewed the newest installation of galleries at the National Air and Space Museum on Thursday, July 24, 2025. This museum, located on the National
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Building Stories at the National Building Museum Looking for the best children’s storytimes in the DMV? Whether you’re a parent of a curious toddler, an energetic preschooler, or a book-loving big kid, the DC metro area is packed with free and low-cost storytime events designed to spark imagination and foster a love of reading. From
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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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Looking for daily activities for kids in DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia? Here’s a list of story times, art spaces and open play space that are free to visit!
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