- Updated: 9/10/2026
This list of events happening throughout the weekend is primarily for kids (ages 3+) & teens. I place a special emphasis on literacy, STEM & other educational based events as well as family fun festivities.
♥ = my recommendations & ♣ = free movie screening
Don’t forget to click the links to review the most up-to-date information prior to heading out!
Coming Up this Weekend
Friday, September 11, 2026
Washington, DC
- Friday (9/11) at 10:30 am | Butterfly Wonder Puppet Show at Peirce Mill in NW (Best for ages 2-8) ♥
- Warm colors and beautiful singing bring special magic to this 30 minute show.
- Friday (9/11) at 11:00 am | Nature Journaling at Enid A. Haupt Garden
- Smithsonian Gardens will provide journals, prompts, and art materials to get you started. All ages are welcome!
- Friday (9/11) at 3:30 pm | TeenyBopper Cinema featuring Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules at Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library in NW ♣
- Friday (9/11) at 4:00 pm | DC Art All Night happening all around DC ♥
- View our kid-friendly guide to plan your night!
Maryland
- Friday (9/11) | Homeschool Day at Port Discovery in Baltimore ($)
- Embark on a self-guided journey throughout the three floors of fun Port Discovery has to offer and tap into special workshops offered just for our homeschoolers on these special days.
- Friday (9/11) at 10:00 am | Friday at the Museum: Special Hours at National Capital Trolley Museum in Colesville ($)
- Discover the stories of the region’s streetcars and public transportation, enjoy a ride on a historic trolley, and experience our newest exhibit, Building the Region: 50 Years of Washington Metrorail.
- Friday (9/11) at 10:30 am | Pre-K Story Hour at Springhill Lake Recreation Center in Greenbelt ♥
- After the storytime, enjoy playtime in the gym, a healthy snack, and a free book from RUAK.
- Friday (9/11) at 10:30 am | Building Strong Foundations: Play: Communication, and Child Development at Upper Marlboro Library (Best for ages 3-5)
- Participants will learn practical, play-based strategies to support language growth, attention, regulation, and early learning skills at home.
- Friday (9/11) at 10:30 am | Little Red Riding Hood and the 3 Little Pigs at The Puppet Co. Playhouse in Glen Echo ($) (Best for ages 4+)
- This 45-minute puppet production combines the familiar tales of Little Red Riding Hood and the Three Little Pigs—and asks whether their Big Bad Wolves might actually be the same misunderstood character.
- Friday (9/11) at 1:00 pm | NextNOW Fest at University of Maryland College Park ♥
- Multi-day arts festival featuring performances and other experiences! Registration is free & open to all!
- 2:00 pm | Retro & Small Games Pop-up Arcade at Hornbake Library on UMD’s campus
- 2:00 pm | Cut-Paste-Portal: Interactive Zine-Making at Hornbake Library on UMD’s campus
- Hands-on workshop on DIY digital and physical fabrication! Add a new dimension to zine making with some preset 3D objects or one of your own 3D digital designs in augmented reality.
- 6:00 pm | Dynamic Dance Workshop at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
- 7:30 pm | B-Terps Dance Workshop at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
- 9:30 pm | Star Strutters Dance Workshop at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
- 9:30 pm | Mario Kart Tournament with Gamer Symphony Orchestra at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
- Friday (9/11) at 5:00 pm | Wheaton Movie Night featuring Encanto at Marian Fryer Plaza ♣
- Includes ice cream & local vendors! Families should bring their own blankets and chairs for comfortable seating.
- Friday (9/11) at 5:00 pm | Prince George’s County Fair at Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro ($) ♥
- 6:30 pm | Movies on the Green featuring Toy Story at Cabin John Village in Potomac ♣
Northern Virginia
- Friday (9/11) | Pre-K: Solar System at Long Branch Nature Center in Arlington (Best for ages 3-5)
- 60 minute preschool program!
- Friday (9/11) at 6:00 pm | Fungi and Friends at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station (Best for ages 4+)
- Explore the park with a naturalist while searching for fungi and learning about the roles mushrooms and their ecological “friends” play outdoors. Children must attend with a registered adult.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Washington, DC
- Saturday (9/12) at 6:00 am | DC Bike Ride at 12th and Constitution Ave. NW ($)
- Join thousands of riders for a 20-mile ride through the heart of DC. With a family-friendly course, DC Bike Ride is one of the city’s biggest celebrations of cycling, winding through car-free streets and past iconic monuments and memorials.
- Saturday (9/12) at 9:00 am | Qing Bao’s Birthday Celebration at Smithsonian National Zoo
- Panda keepers will present Qing Bao with a “beary” special birthday treat — a custom fruit-based ice cake made by the Zoo’s commissary team.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | DC Art All Night happening all around DC ♥
- View our kid-friendly guide to plan your night!
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | Celebration of Textiles: Andean Traditions at GW Textile Museum ♥
- Enjoy traditional dance performances, watch textile artist demonstrations and even pet a llama at this all-day event.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | The Phillips Plays at The Phillips Collection in NW ($)
- learn more about the artists featured in Tomorrow the Sun Will Rise: The Phillips Collection Juried Exhibition and make our own artworks using similar materials.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | Benning Stoddert Community Day at Benning Stoddert Recreation Center in SE
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | Soar Together Family Day: Art in Air and Space at National Air and Space Museum ♥
- Bring the whole family for a day of hands-on artmaking, lively performances, and interactive experiences that explore how artists have been inspired by flight, space exploration, and the wonder of the skies.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | The World & Me Pulse with Company E and Sound Impact at National Museum of Natural History
- Watch a performance titled PULSE* and stay afterwards to explore different hands-on activities with museum specimens.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | Friends of Peirce Mill Children’s Day at Peirce Mill in NW ♥
- Enjoy special tours of the mill just for kids, then try grinding corn by hand. Play some traditional children’s games –or make your own toys up at the barn.
- [For Teachers] Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | Eyes on Reading: When Researchers and Schools Work Together at Planet Word ($)
- Join journalist Emily Hanford for a conversation with Patton-Terry and Conner about what it takes to bring the science of reading into schools.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am & 11:30 am | Saturday Morning Live presents: Chuy Sun Lion Dance Troupe at The National Theatre (Best for ages 3-6)
- Choy Wun Lion Dance Troupe shares this Chinese dance practice aimed at celebrating auspicious occasions. Watch these incredible dancers and musicians at work and learn more about this vibrant cultural tradition.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am, 3:00 pm & 6:00 pm | SpyKids Mission Training at Volta Park Pool in NW ($)
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | New York Avenue Community Day at NY Ave./Dunbar Recreation Center in NW
- Celebrate community, enjoy great activities, and connect with the people who make the area special.
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | Southeast Library Children’s Open House at Southeast Neighborhood Library ♥
- Books from Birth 10 Year Anniversary Mini Fair includes storytime with the Hirshhorn Museum, performance by Mr. Root, community partner tables, crafts, scavenger hunts, giveaways & more!
- Saturday (9/12) at 12:00 pm | Where Home Takes Flight: Painting Mini-Birdhouses at Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum ♥
- Inspired by the beauty of nature and the meaning of safe spaces, participants will decorate their own wooden mini-birdhouses using vibrant paints, patterns, and personal touches. Families are invited to work together to design birdhouses that reflect their unique stories, cultures, and creativity.
- Saturday (9/12) at 1:00 pm | Teaching Africa Day “Afrofuturism & Innovation: Imagining Africa’s Tomorrow” at National Museum of African Art
- Through a panel discussion, innovative displays and presentations, an educational resource marketplace, and artmaking workshops, Teaching Africa Day offers diverse narratives to teach, engage, and increase students’ appreciation for the arts of Africa.
- Saturday (9/12) at 1:00 pm | STEAM Saturday at National Building Museum ($) (Best for grades 2nd – 6th) ♥
- Learn about bridge engineering and design, then build your own bridge using craft materials. During the construction process, participants will experiment with design elements to test their bridge’s stability and strength.
- Saturday (9/12) at 1:15 pm | Look, Learn, Create: Water’s Edge for Families at National Museum of the American Indian
- Join a museum educator for a family-friendly interactive tour of the Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe exhibition! Visitors will engage with three of his artworks and can participate in guided discussions, and experience items from the museum’s Teaching Collection.
- Saturday (9/12) at 2:00 pm | Women in Sports at the Wharf ♥
- Includes demos, create your own trading card, golf simulator, giveaways, DJ & more!
Maryland
Prince George’s County
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | Bowie International Festival at Allen Pond Park ♥
- This free, family-friendly event showcases cultures from around the world through music, dance, food, art, and hands-on activities.
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | College Park Aviation Community Day at College Park Aviation Museum ♥
- The America 250 Community Day includes a Maryland State Police helicopter fly-in from 12:30–2:00 pm (weather permitting), an aviation-themed Rosie Revere story + craft at 11:00 am, a Lakeland book reading followed by Ozobot robotic coding at 1:00 pm, history activities, and free ice cream for the first 200 guests ages 17 & younger.
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | Prince George’s County Fair at Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro ($) ♥
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | Kids & Family Wellness Experience at Laurel Library (Best for ages 10 & under) ♥
- Includes Parent & Me music/movement/wellness, kids yoga adventure, wellness crafts, snacks, mindfulness activities, games, relaxation, and a closing celebration.
- Saturday (9/12) at 12:00 pm | 10th Anacostia River BioBlitz at Lake Artemisia in College Park
- A bioblitz is a communal effort to record as many species as possible within a designated location and time period.
- Saturday (9/12) at 1:30 pm | LEGOs: Build a Path Back to School! at Oxon Hill Library
- Kids build classrooms, libraries and school buses with LEGO.
- Saturday (9/12) at 3:00 pm | Game On: UNO-mania! at Glenarden Library
Maryland
Montgomery County
- Saturday (9/12) at 9:00 am | ANCOP Food Festival at The Square in Rockville
- An event that will bring together families, friends, and community members for a walk, food, fellowship, and activities in support of ANCOP’s charitable programs benefiting underprivileged students, families, and communities.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | Follow the Flow: One Montgomery Green “Street” Project Art Event at Wheaton Veterans Park ♥
- This free, family-friendly event combines art, environmental education, and community fun. From 10am – 12pm, families can use chalk to trace how stormwater travels through Wheaton, followed by a community celebration from 12p – 3pm with music, food, local artists, nonprofits, and county partners.
- Saturday (9/12) at 12:00 pm | MCPL 75th Anniversary Time Capsule at Twinbrook Library in Rockville ♥
- Help celebrate Montgomery County Public Libraries’ 75th anniversary by contributing small keepsakes, photos, library memorabilia, or messages to a time capsule that will be opened for MCPL’s 100th anniversary. A special presentation about Twinbrook’s history begins at 12:30 pm.
- Saturday (9/12) at 2:00 pm | Stream Adventures at Black Hill Discovery Center in Boyds ($) (Best for ages 2-12)
- What lives in a stream? Wade into the water and use nets to see what insects, fish, frogs, and other animals we can find. Please wear boots or closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting wet (no flip-flops, please!).
- Saturday (9/12) at 2:00 pm | Raptor Caretaker Chats at Meadowside Nature Center in Rockville
- Learn how our Naturalist Staff care for our amazing birds of prey! Discover what raptors eat for lunch, what raptors do for fun, and how trainers build relationships with these incredible animals.
- Saturday (9/12) at 2:30 pm | Afternoon at the Stream at Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton ($)
- A one-hour nature program centered on exploring the stream habitat at Brookside Nature Center. Bring your water shoes and we’ll bring the buckets, nets, and other equipment needed to explore and have fun!
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm | Little Red Riding Hood and the 3 Little Pigs at The Puppet Co. Playhouse in Glen Echo ($) (Best for ages 4+)
- This 45-minute puppet production combines the familiar tales of Little Red Riding Hood and the Three Little Pigs and asks whether their Big Bad Wolves might actually be the same misunderstood character.
- Saturday (9/12) at 3:00 pm | Science Saturday: Science Games! at Maggie Nightingale Library in Poolesville (Best for ages 6–10) ♥
- Science Connections turns STEM learning into game time with hands-on science challenges, trivia, science-themed Bingo, and other activities. Registration is required.
- Saturday (9/12) at 4:30 pm | Art in Nature: Nature Journaling Club for Kids at Locust Grove Nature Center in Bethesda ($) (Best for ages 8–15)
- Kids head outdoors with a naturalist to observe the environment and turn what they discover into nature-journal entries. September’s theme is meadows, and the program includes walking on natural-surface trails. Please make sure you have a sketchpad and a pencil for this program. Registration is required.
More Maryland Events
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | First Responders Showcase at B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore ($) ♥
- Includes real-world rescue scenarios, hands-on safety education, a remembrance ceremony, and special train rides!
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:30 am | Science Saturdays: Hurricanes at Maryland City at Russett Library in Laurel (Best for ages 6–10) ♥
- Learn about hurricanes during the peak of hurricane season, then put engineering skills to work building a house designed to weather the storm.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:30 am | Compost Demonstration with Howard County Master Gardeners at Savage Branch Library in Laurel
- See how composting works during this drop-in demonstration. Howard County residents can also receive a free compost bin.
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | September’s Finger-Paint Party at sweetFrog Laurel ($)
- Each $10 ticket covers all art supplies, step-by-step instruction, and a kid’s cup of sweetFrog to celebrate your masterpiece! (One visit to the toppings bar included.)
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | Chemistry Under Construction at Linthicum Library (Best for ages 6+) ♥
- Dr. Rose Pesce-Rodriguez brings chemistry to life through hands-on experiments designed to make learning science fun.
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:30 am | Stories Rock! — STEAM at Savage Library (Best for ages 3–7)
- Explore geology through stories, music, and hands-on rock painting. Free tickets are available 15 minutes before the program.
- [Limited Seats Left] Saturday (9/12) at 1:00 pm | Grandparents’ Day Celebration at Harriet Tubman Cultural Center in Columbia ♥
- Celebrate grandparents and grandchildren with crafts, history, and photo opportunities. This celebration welcomes families whether or not a grandparent is attending. Preregistration is recommended but not required.
- Saturday (9/12) at 1:30 pm | Read with a Ranger at East Columbia Library (Best for ages 2–10)
- A special family program presented with a ranger that combines early learning with nature-focused activities.
- Saturday (9/12) at 2:00 pm | Drumming & Dancing with PACAC at Crofton Library ♥
- The Performing Arts Center for African Cultures presents an all-ages program celebrating cultural heritage through music, drumming, and dance.
- Saturday (9/12) at 2:00 pm |Dance Baltimore Presents: “Black Artistic Expressions Within Maryland” from The Lines We Cross: 250 Years of Maryland Forging America at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum ($)
Northern Virginia
Arlington County
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | Pre-K: Solar System at Long Branch Nature Center ($) (Best for ages 3–5)
- 60 minute preschool program.
- Saturday (9/12) at 2:00 pm | Nature Scavenger Hunt at Long Branch Nature Center ($) (Best for ages 3-12)
- Walk the trails to complete a nature scavenger hunt list!
- Saturday (9/12) | Spellbinders at Long Branch Nature Center (Best for ages 4+) ♥
- Share oral stories and favorite tales from around the world, connecting kids with the tradition of storytelling. Participants can also choose a donated book to take home.
- Saturday (9/12) at 1:00 pm | Rosslyn Jazz Fest 2026 at Gateway Park ♥
- Free live jazz, funk & soul, food trucks, local vendors, and family-friendly outdoor entertainment near Washington, D.C.
Northern Virginia
City of Alexandria
- Saturday (9/12) at 9:30 am | Old Town Books Junior’s 2nd Birthday Celebration at Old Town Books Junior ♥
- Includes a special monkey-themed musical storytime for ages 0-3, Curious George Meet & Greet, ice cream for purchase & more!
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | Fall Foliage Candy Creations Studio Class at Tiny Chefs ($) (Best for ages 5-12)
- Kids make fall-themed candy creations during this 90-minute, kids-only drop-off decorating class!
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | HalloWEIRD Art Market 2026 at Mount Vernon Recreation Center Athletic Fields ♥
- Browse Halloween-inspired creations from local artists, ranging from spooky, creepy and goth pieces to lighter fall themes like costumes and autumn colors.
More Northern Virginia Events
- Saturday (9/12) at 9:00 am | Cartoons and Coffee at Strawberry Park at Mosaic District in Fairfax
- Spread out a blanket for an hour of cartoons on the big outdoor screen while parents grab coffee or breakfast nearby.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | Virginia Native American Festival at Riverbend Park in Great Falls ($) ♥
- Celebrate Virginia Native cultures with Upper Mattaponi dancing and drumming, storytelling and flute music, shinny demonstrations, archery, dugout canoe and fire-building demonstrations, guided plant walks, live animals, hands-on activities, Native artisans and food.
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:30 am | Pooh Bear Picnic at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Annandale ($)
- Bring your picnic blanket and lunch or snack for an outdoor lesson on the animals of our 52 acre wood and how they compare to Pooh and his friends. Hear a Pooh nature story. Stuffed animal friends also welcome.
- Saturday (9/12) at 1:00 pm | Fall Festival at Shipgarten in McLean ♥
- Celebrate fall with seasonal décor, live entertainment, festive games and activities, photo opportunities and fall-themed food and drinks.
- Saturday (9/12) at 2:30 pm | Family Campout ~ Overnight Camping Experience at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax ($) (Best for ages 5+)
- Participate in a range of planned activities such as a campground orientation, a guided nature hike, a demonstration on how to set up a campfire and end the evening with s’mores and games in the field. The next morning, join the naturalists to fish at the park’s marina.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Washington, DC
- Sunday (9/13) at 9:30 am | Run for the Arts – 5K Run & Walk at Navy Yard Waterfront in SE ♥
- All participants will receive finisher medals, complimentary snacks, and age division awards.
- Sunday (9/13) at 10:00 am | Sunday Storytime at Planet Word (Best for ages 2-6)
- Sunday (9/13) at 11:00 am | Drag Story Hour with Charlemagne Chateau at Loyalty Books Petworth
- Sunday (9/13) at 12:00 pm | DPR Cheer Open House at Langdon Park Community Center in NE
- Sunday (9/13) at 1:35 pm | Family Funday at Nationals Park ($) ♥
- Washington Nationals vs. Los Angeles Angels
Maryland
- Sunday (9/13) at 9:30 am | Storytime: Teresa Rodrigues for “Where They Gather” at People’s Book Takoma
- Where They Gather is a lyrical story about a resilient Black family, told through the enduring presence of a pecan tree growing alongside each new generation, mirroring their strength, perseverance, and legacy through changing seasons and time.
- Sunday (9/13) at 11:00 am | Prince George’s County Fair at Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro ($) ♥
- Spend the final day of the fair enjoying games, food, entertainment, rides, and other family activities. The fair runs until 6:00 pm and is open to all ages.
- Sunday (9/13) at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm | Little Red Riding Hood and the 3 Little Pigs at The Puppet Co. Playhouse in Glen Echo ($) (Best for ages 4+)
- This 45-minute puppet production combines the familiar tales of Little Red Riding Hood and the Three Little Pigs and asks whether their Big Bad Wolves might actually be the same misunderstood character.
- Sunday (9/13) at 12:00 pm | Kitchen Guild Cooking Demonstration: Underground Railroad at Riversdale Historic Site & Museum in Riverdale Park
- Watch food prepared over an open hearth while learning how 19th-century cooking techniques and ingredients connect to stories of resilience, resistance, survival, and the Underground Railroad.
- Sunday (9/13) at 2:00 pm | Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off Celebración at Prince George’s Publick Playhouse in Hyattsville ♥
- Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, a DJ, dance demonstrations and lessons, children’s art activities, face painting, an art exhibition, and the unveiling of the county’s 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month poster.
- Sunday (9/13) at 6:00 pm | Movies on the Potomac: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie at National Harbor ♣
Northern Virginia
- Sunday (9/13) at 10:00 am | Pond Life at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park in Chantilly ($) (Best for ages 4+)
- Search the pond for tadpoles, dragonfly nymphs, water scorpions, and other aquatic life while learning what these creatures can tell us about pond health.
- Sunday (9/13) at 1:30 pm | Science Meets History: Bubbles! at Colvin Run Mill in Great Falls ($) (Best for ages 6-10)
- Experiment with giant bubbles while exploring shape, surface tension, and other bubble science, plus discover how soapy water was used for cleaning in the 1800s.
- Sunday (9/13) at 7:00 pm | Putting the Animals to Bed at Frying Pan Farm Park in Herndon ($) (Best for ages 3+)
- Bring a flashlight or lantern for a twilight tour of Kidwell Farm and discover how the farm animals settle in for the night.
Sensory Friendly & Accessible
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:00 am | Gunboat Philadelphia: Save the Revolution! Virtual Reality Experience at the National Museum of American History in Washington, DC ($)
- Explore a virtual-reality recreation of the Revolutionary War gunboat Philadelphia. The Smithsonian specifically identifies this kids-and-families experience as a sensory program and wheelchair accessible.
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | Sensory Storytelling with ReadAbility at Gaithersburg Library ♥
- A multisensory storytelling session created for neurodivergent children and children with intellectual disabilities who learn best through sensory play. Stories incorporate sensory props and storyboards with gentle sound, scent, touch, and visual elements.
- Saturday (9/12) at 1:00 pm | Feed Me Now and Evermore: The Enduring Power of African American Sunday Suppers at the National Museum of American History in Washington, DC ♥
- Families can experience a cooking demonstration, live music, and storytelling exploring African American Sunday-supper traditions. The Smithsonian lists the program as ASL interpreted, captioned, wheelchair accessible, and supported by assisted-listening devices.
For Tweens & Teens
Washington, DC
- Friday (9/11) at 3:30 pm | Teen Gaming at MLK Memorial Library (Best for ages 13-19)
- Saturday (9/12) at 11:00 am | Hillman Experience at Reservoir Park Recreation Center in NW ♥
- The Hillman Experience offers students the chance to meet admissions representatives and explore academic programs, scholarships, financial aid, and campus life. Through a variety of workshops and panels, attendees can learn from professionals about financial aid, scholarships, career readiness, leadership, and personal development.
- Saturday (9/12) at 3:00 pm | Bellevue Saturday Cinema Hispanic Heritage Month at Bellevue Neighborhood Library in SW (Best for teens & adults) ♣
- Sunday (9/13) at 2:00 pm | Embroidery Kit Giveaway at MLK Memorial Library (Best for teens & adults)
Maryland
- Friday (9/11) at 6:30 pm | Teen Vision 2026 at Kentland Community Center in Greater Landover ♥ (Best for ages 13–17)
- An empowering youth summit focused on teen violence prevention and developing the next generation of leaders. Teens will participate in speakers, workshops, and conversations about mental health and wellness, conflict resolution, leadership, and positive police/community interactions. It’s free with an M-NCPPC Youth ID.
- Saturday (9/12) at 10:45 am | Join the Team! Middle and High School Skating Clinic at Wheaton Ice Arena ($) (Best for ages 11+)
- Open to grades 6–12 and all skating skill levels, with on-ice instruction and an introduction to the Montgomery Middle & High School Skating Team. Participants can improve their skating skills, meet other middle and high school skaters, and learn about opportunities to compete or perform as part of a team.
- Sunday (9/13) at 1:00 pm | Hands-On History: Candle Dipping at Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood ($) (Best for ages 10–14)
- Step back in time and learn about historic lighting while making hand-dipped candles to take home during this hands-on history program.
Northern Virginia
- Saturday (9/12) at 8:00 pm | Boardwalk Astronomy at Huntley Meadows ($) (Best for ages 8+)
- Join a park naturalist as they take you on a tour of constellations, comets and other current events happening in the skies above.
- Sunday (9/13) at 2:00 pm | Cultivate a Sense of Wonder: Nature Journaling at Hidden Pond Nature Center in Springfield ($) (Best for ages 8+)
- Practice the “I notice, I wonder, it reminds me of” nature-journaling method and learn ways to record outdoor observations using images, words, and numbers.
- Sunday (9/13) at 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm | Paths of Freedom Seekers at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park in Chantilly (Best for ages 8+)
- Hear stories of African Americans who were forced to live and work on the historic farm while exploring resistance, survival, freedom seeking, and resilience.
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