All weekend long

Kidchella at Badlands invites you to celebrate Badlands 2nd birthday Saturday & Sunday! They will have festival themed programming and activities for all ages and will even feature a VIP lounge for members.

The Cat in the Hat makes its debut at Adventure Theatre this weekend and will be on stage through August 18. Our family is thrilled to see it on Sunday and will report back with our thoughts.

Learn about the fabulous felines of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, from speedy cheetahs to tough tigers in Hello, Kitty! preschool class on Saturday and/or Sunday. Friends of the National Zoo preschool classes are designed for children ages 2-3 to discover a whole new view of the National Zoo. “Adult-and-me” format classes use interactive learning stations, hands-on activities and crafts, Nature Play, and exciting Zoo Walks to engage your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity about wildlife and the natural world.  $28/child for FONZ members. $35/child for non-members. Registration fee covers one child with adult. 

Community Weekend at National Gallery of Art celebrates The Life of Animals in Japanese Art. Explore Japanese culture and animals in Japanese art with activities for all ages all weekend long.

Landmark Theatre West End presents the Global Children’s Film Series beginning this Saturday.

UniverSoul Circus comes to National Theatre June 20-July 28.

Join the celebration of this year’s Artist-In-Residence program at AIRBORNE – an exhibition of new work and art programming all weekend long. Mingle with the artists, explore creative works on display and join us for immersive artist instillations and artists talks. Three acclaimed artists have transformed 20,000 SF of office space into an immersive art experience. On Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 from 9:30am to 11:30am the program will host a Kid’s Freeplay Workshop. There will be coloring and paint tables, a reading library, touch and feel stations and an augmented reality showcase. The event is free and open to children of all ages!

Saturday

Various Times: Smithsonian Solstice Saturday is bringing a plethora of fun to families this Saturday! The Smithsonian marks the first Saturday of summer—Solstice Saturday—by staying open late and hosting parties, programs (morning for kiddos), and performances. Many Smithsonian museums will be open until midnight welcoming visitors to the free festivities. 

9:30am and 11:00am: Saturday at the National Theatre
Traveling Lantern: My Mother the Astronaut
Aquarius’ mom is an astronaut and today is “Take your child to work day.” Aquarius can’t wait to go to NASA and find out what it’s like to be in space! Together Auquarius and her mother visit Mission Control where she meets scientists and engineers who show her what they do and she learns all about space travel. Her imagination blasts off and she dreams of incredible journeys through the cosmos!

10:00am: Kids Pizza Class at Matchbox
Round up your mini chefs for a kids pizza party at Matchbox, featuring a hands-on pizza making class (complete with chef hat), a tour of a kitchen, and a round of mimosas for parents. Tickets are $32 per child, and are available for the following Matchbox locations:14th Street, Merrifield, Pentagon City, One Loudon, Potomac Mills, Rockville & Silver Spring.

Sunday

1:35pm: Washington Nationals Kids Promo Day

Port Discovery Children’s Museum is having their grand re-opening celebration and welcomes visitors to come see their new exhibits and structures! While you’re there, spend the day or weekend in Baltimore with these great spots to hit!

There are many fun family events and deals happening this weekend courtesy of the Washington Nationals. Check them out here!

Friday

5:00pm-8:30pm: Jazz in the Sculpture Garden
The Jazz in the Garden Series begins its 19th season in May. The free concert series features jazz artists performing a wide variety of styles—Brazilian Folk Jazz, Alternative Modern, Blues, Reggae, World Steam Punk, Afro Funk, African Fusion Jazz, Cuban Charanga, Django Guitar, New Orleans Jazz, and more—every Friday evening from 5:00 to 8:30 in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. You can purchase food and adult beverages or bring your own picnic (but no adult bevs are allowed in, purchase them there).

7:00pm-9:00pm: Friday Night Concert Series:  Shane Gamble Band
The free Capitol Riverfront Friday Night Concert Series is back for its 9th Season. Every Friday night this summer, head to Yards Park to relax and enjoy the river view, fantastic bands, food and beverage, and a large variety of great restaurants within a few minutes walk from the park. Family-friendly lyrics and grassy open space make this an enjoyable event for adults and kids alike.

Saturday

8:00am-1:00pm: DC’s Annual Truck
The event at RFK will feature a variety of free activities for kids and adults. A host of DC government agencies will present and demonstrate nearly 30 vehicles used to clean and repair streets, change traffic lights, collect refuse, clear snow, provide emergency services, administer mobile health care, and more. Coordinated annually by the DC Department of Public Works, kids are encouraged to climb into trucks and adults invited to test drive various equipment. The DC Department of Parks and Recreation will also provide a bevy of activities for kids and adults including, tennis, basketball and fitness activities. Free boxed lunches will be provided to kids up to age 18 as part of the DC Free Summer Meals Program.

10:30am-12:30pm: Pop-up Father’s Day Card Workshop at National Postal Museum
Make a card for your father figure with our fun craft supplies! Free. All ages welcome.

1:00pm-8:00pm: 10th Annual Pirate Fest
Join the Lock House for the 10th Annual Havre de Grace Pirate Fest. Enjoy live music, food trucks, refreshing beverages, pirates and mermaids, kids activities, craft vendors, and hands-on maritime demonstrations. Swashbuckling fun for the whole family! ‘You Bet your Axe’ the super popular axe throwing game out of Elkton will be there all day. Proceeds will benefit the Lock House Museum. 5-8pm is for grown-ups only with live music, beer, fire pits.  *In the event of severe inclement weather, the event will be held Sunday, June 16. Kids 2 and under free (does not include Pirate hat and cookie decorating).

5:00pm-7:00pm: Pizza + Picasso- Art Night with Makeshift
Join us for pizza and arts + crafting from 5-7pm Saturday night! Ticket prices are $22.50 for kids ages 1+ and include pizza and art activities from 5-7pm.  Siblings/additional children receive 50% off their tickets. 
Parents join + eat free. If you want to turn this into Date Night they have partnered with District Sitter to offer babysitting services throughout the event. Please select this optional Add-On at Checkout to request a Dedicated District Sitter who will watch your kids (and your kids only) while they eat and create at Makeshift! Your children will be assigned a sitter who will help them participate in the pizza + art activities and watch them throughout the event. The cost is $45 for 2 hours of dedicated babysitting services for up to 2 kids AT MAKESHIFT from District Sitter.

7:00pm: Cinema Del Ray: Ralph Breaks the Internet
Free open air movie showings sponsored by The Jen Walker Team. Bring blankets and cozy up. No 4 legged friends.

Sunday
Happy Father’s Day! Here are some fun ways to spend the day

9:00-10:30am: Littlest Critters Preschool Class at the National Zoo  
Celebrate Father’s Day at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo by getting to know one of the newest little critters at the Zoo: our wallaby joey! Friends of the National Zoo preschool classes are designed for children ages 2-3 to discover a whole new view of the National Zoo. “Adult-and-me” format classes use interactive learning stations, hands-on activities and crafts, Nature Play, and exciting Zoo Walks to engage your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity about wildlife and the natural world. Pre-registration is required. Please note that classes do not include any behind-the-scenes access or animal contact. $28/child for FONZ members. $35/child for non-members. Registration fee covers one child with adult. 

1:00pm-2:00pm: Family Yoga “Playshop”
A playful class designed for kids ages 4-9 to experience beginning yoga and yoga inspired movement along with a parent or caregiver. They will incorporate music to help guide interactive movement, and partner poses for kids and adults to enjoy together. Kids and their adult partners will learn and practice some yoga poses and yoga games, and get exposure to mindfulness and relaxation techniques that can benefit the whole family. It is a wonderful way to connect with your children through movement and mindfulness! No yoga experience required. $25 for two family members, $10 for each additional member. 

5:00pm: Alphabet Rockers at McLean Central Park
GRAMMY-nominated Alphabet Rockers make music that makes change. They inspire American kids to stand up to hate and be their brave and beautiful selves.

6:00pm: Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor: Ralph Breaks the Internet
Nothing says summer like an evening under the stars—and there’s no better way to enjoy the season than Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor. Pack your picnic blankets, grab food to go from one of the delicious dining establishments, and meet at the Plaza’s big screen for a FREE evening of fun for all ages! Please note that movies will begin at 6:00pm and will be shown once. They also feature Date Night Movies on Thursdays at 7:00pm.

Celebrate Fairfax takes place all weekend! Included in this kick-off to summer is a carnival and plenty of kid rides as well as live music. Inova Children’s Hospital Avenue, located at the heart of the Celebrate Fairfax! Festival, is a playground of interactive activities for the youngest of our guests.  With a primary focus for those 12 and under, Inova Children’s Hospital Avenue is a not-to-miss destination for all young families. This area is full of fun FREE interactive and educational programs guaranteed to make kids of all ages move, groove, and sing-along. From fun, creative and informative activities to festival necessities like baby changing stations, this mini festival within our festival offers families an escape from the crowds. They saved the best for last; Sunday Brew is a pop-up beer festival will feature 13 local and regional breweries, each with up to 4 types of craft beer on-tap!

It’s going to be a DINO-MITE summer in Washington, DC. The much anticipated dinosaur exhibit at the National Museum of Natural History opening this weekend and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Skip the opening weekend ceremonies and head to the Smithsonian National Zoo to see the Dinosaur Zoo Live Show. Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo Live guides families on a breathtaking tour that begins in pre-historic Australia, where they can observe, meet and interact with an eye-popping collection of lifelike dinosaurs and other creatures. This 30-minute theatrical performance will thrill and entertain kids while stimulating their imaginations in ways that will forever connect them to their world.

Saturday

9:30am and 11:30am:Sound Health: Second Saturdays
A series of free workshops designed for families with children under the age of 5* explores the power of the arts to promote wellness of the mind and body. Every second Saturday of the month, local arts organizations offer two 45-minute workshops in the Kennedy Center Grand Foyer. Local arts organizations offer two 45-minute workshops that will take place at 9:30am and 11:30am See below for a more complete schedule.

10:00am: Rocknoceros Concert
Sponsored by the House of the Temple Historic Preservation Foundation, Inc., the Children’s Hour is a free, children’s show on the second Saturday of every month that is open to the public. Each month, featuring a different entertainer.

10:00am-11:30am: Civil War Tour of Ft. Reno
Join the Civil War Defenses of Washington and the Tenleytown Historical Society for a tour of Fort Reno Park on Saturday, June 8th from 10:00-11:30 a.m. This program will explore the historic landscape where the largest fortification north of the Potomac River once stood during the Civil War. The tour will also include a discussion of the post-war Reno City community, urban development, and the establishment of Fort Reno Park. The program is free and open to the public.

10:15am: Ribbon cutting ceremony & opening at the NEW Deep Time exhibit
Someone say dinosaurs??! The much anticipated Dinosaur exhibit aka David H. Koch Hall of Fossils- Deep Time, is finally reopening at the Natural History Museum and it is Dino-mite! 

11:30am-3:00pm: Votes for Women Family Day at National Portrait Gallery
Enjoy music and art activities in the courtyard, plus tours of “Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence” and suffragist story time with the DC Public Library.

2:00pm-9:00pm: Pride on the Pier
Pride on the Pier extends the city’s annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to the bustling Southwest waterfront with an exciting array of activities and entertainment. The District Pier will offer a DJ, dancing and other entertainment. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for those 21 and older.

Sunday

11:00am-2:00pm: Rumpus Room at Black Cat
Rumpus Room is a family-friendly daytime dance party created by Marc Meistro & Steven Faith, DJs who wanted to share the nightclub experience with their children. Rumpus Room transforms the club environment (think disco balls, lights, and of course music) into safe family-friendly fun. Prepare for a dance floor filled with little ones, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and caregivers. The soundtrack for Rumpus Room is always a family-friendly mix of popular dance hits, classics, children’s songs and more, all at a kid-friendly volume. Rumpus Room is designed for kids 10 and under, but older siblings are welcome! Maximum 3 children per adult. Infants/crawling children enter free!

12:00pm-10:00am: Capital Pride Festival
Join the LGBTQ+ community, on America’s Mainstreet, historic Pennsylvania Avenue, for the Capital Pride Festival in the Nation’s Capital, presented by Live! Casino & Hotel. Enjoy a full day of entertainment, music, food, drink, education, and celebration. The Pride Festival includes three stages of national and local talent, and will host 300 exhibitors including local community groups and businesses, food vendors, and organizations looking to promote their products and services to our community. Engage, learn, and celebrate with the many diverse organizations that represent…us.*This family friendly event is FREE and open to the public.

1:00pm-5:00pm: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Birthday Party & Picnic
Celebrate world-renowned American architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s birthday. Visit the only Frank Lloyd Wright House open to visitors in the D.C. region – the small but magnificent Pope-Leighey House. Enjoy an afternoon of al fresco fun on the lawn of Pope-Leighey while you enjoy a local jazz group and take open house tours of this hidden architectural gem. Sip a drink, snap some photos of the house, and enjoy a picnic in mid-century modern style! And make sure you’ve got the Wright stuff to win our themed trivia game.

6:00pm: Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor: Matilda
Nothing says summer like an evening under the stars—and there’s no better way to enjoy the season than Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor. Pack your picnic blankets, grab food to go from one of the delicious dining establishments, and meet at the Plaza’s big screen for a FREE evening of fun for all ages! They also feature Date Night Movies on Thursdays at 7:00pm.

Washington Folk Festival at Glen Echo is from 12:00pm-7:00pm Saturday & Sunday. One of the most popular events of the year at Glen Echo Park, the Washington Folk Festival often attracts close to 10,000 visitors. Free to the public and held rain or shine, the Festival features over 400 musicians, storytellers, dancers, and crafters from the greater Washington area. Presented by the Folklore Society of Greater Washington and the Glen Echo Park Partnership, the Washington Folk Festival is a celebration of this region’s rich cultural diversity. International performers share the music, dance, and cultural traditions they brought from their original homes while American performers showcase a variety of musical traditions that developed in this country. Carousel rides will take place11:00pm – 5:00pm, Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2. Tickets are $1.25 per ride.

Herndon Festival takes place Thursday-Sunday. Enjoy four days of fun-filled activities, vendors, and entertainment. Kids concerts, crafts, carnival and more! Plus admission and entertainment are always free! 

Jazz ‘N Families Fun Days at the Phillips Collection is part of the DC Jazz Festival® and will take place Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 12pm. You are invited to explore the exceptional array of renowned masters and emerging artists from across the jazz spectrum and beyond. You can listen to your favorite artist at the various performances located throughout the District — including The Wharf and in your own neighborhood through Jazz in the ’Hoods. 

Bourbon & Bluegrass is Saturday & Sunday! Lounge on Lincoln’s lawn, sip bourbon and enjoy live bluegrass music on for the fifth annual Bourbon and Bluegrass event! All proceeds from the event go towards preservation efforts at President Lincoln’s Cottage. Help us keep this historic gem open and available to share Lincoln’s untold stories. Kids under 6 are free.

Friday

5:00pm-7:00pm: King Bullfrog Kids Concert + Happy Hour at Hill Center
Join us for a casual happy hour for parents and tots! Your favorite band, King Bullfrog, will hit the stage with high-energy original, folk and blues songs carefully tailored to get children dancing and delight grownups. Your first beer or glass of wine is on us! This is a great opportunity to meet new friends and gather with old. We will have complimentary pizza and a water dispenser. Please consider donating to the Pizza Fund, either online or in person.

5:30pm-8:30pm: Jazz in the Sculpture Garden
The Jazz in the Garden Series begins its 19th season in May. The free concert series features jazz artists performing a wide variety of styles—Brazilian Folk Jazz, Alternative Modern, Blues, Reggae, World Steam Punk, Afro Funk, African Fusion Jazz, Cuban Charanga, Django Guitar, New Orleans Jazz, and more—every Friday evening from 5:00 to 8:30 in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. You can purchase food and adult beverages or bring your own picnic (but no adult bevs are allowed in, purchase them there).

6:00pm-9:00pm: Parents Night Out- Busy Bees Falls Church
So you want to have some uninterrupted conversations over dinner, or go to the movies, or just bee, but don’t have a sitter? Now you have our A-Team! We are not a sit down and watch a video kinda place! Rest assured: Your little one will be Active and walk away feeling Funtastic after moving, spinning, running and jumping with our A-Team!  Pssst… a solid night sleep? Yes please! Reservations are required and spots are limited!
$35 first child & $30 siblings. Pizza meals will be provided for the kids. Consider bringing them in their PJs, and they’ll be ready for bed when you come and get them!

Saturday

8:00am-12:00pm: 5th Annual Urban Kids Fishing Derby
Gather up the children and enjoy a day of fun at the Urban Kid’s Fishing Derby. You do not have to know how to fish, the event is free, and there will be plenty of family fun, fishing and volunteers to help. The fishing experience and celebration will be held at the Constitution Gardens located at 1850 Constitution Ave. NW, 20002 within the National Mall. Registration and derby begins at 8:00 am and derby ends at Noon. This is a catch & release derby and it is free which will officially kick off Free Fish weekend.

10:00am-3:00pm: Imagination Bethesda: A Children’s Street Festival
Celebrate children, art, and all things fun at Imagination Bethesda. The festival takes place along Woodmont Avenue and Elm Street in downtown Bethesda. Activity tents line the streets, face painters bring butterflies and pirates to life, a stage of live entertainment will have the whole street dancing, and more! Enjoy this FREE family fun day!

10:30am-11:15am: Children’s Program at the US Botanic Garden: Jam and Jump with King Bullfrog
Join us for a morning with King Bullfrog, a high-energy acoustic duo. Mr. Jeremiah and Mr. Steve, both Capitol Hill-based dads and music teachers, will sing about plants and the environment with a set of folk, blues, world, and original music for children and their grown-ups.

11:00am-5:00pm: Powell Bilingual School Carnival
The Powell Padres 5th annual Spring Carnival is here & will be filled with fun activities for kids and adults. Come out for music, food, and fun! All proceeds go toward supporting Powell Bilingual Elementary student activities.

11:00am-5:00pm: Glover Park Day
Glover Park Day is GPCA’s annual outdoor festival that celebrates the Glover Park neighborhood in Washington, DC. It is co-sponsored with the Friends of Guy Mason and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation. Glover Park Day is usually held on the first Saturday in June. Glover Park Day was started 30 years ago and it has grown over the years to offer the neighborhood a chance to enjoy the outdoors together, spend time with family and friends, listen to good music and enjoy our local businesses and restaurants.

1:00pm-5:00pm: Rose All Day at The Yards (DAY DATE OPTION!)
Back for its second year, the highly popular Rosé All Day will kick off June with a day filled with all things pink! With fun live music, multiple rosé bars activated by neighborhood hot spots, wine glass monogramming, perfectly pink instagrammable moments, fierce fashion sketches, and a rose garden lounge with flower crowns will create a fun, vibrant, must-attend event. Get your tickets here.

Sunday

11:00am-5:00pm: Maker Faire NoVa
Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these “makers” to show hobbies, experiments, projects. Called the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth – a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness. Glimpse the future and get inspired!

6:00pm: Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor: Cars 3
Nothing says summer like an evening under the stars—and there’s no better way to enjoy the season than Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor. Pack your picnic blankets, grab food to go from one of the delicious dining establishments, and meet at the Plaza’s big screen for a FREE evening of fun for all ages! They also feature Date Night Movies on Thursdays at 7:00pm.

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Strawberry Jubilee at Great Country Farms
Join the longest running strawberry festival in Loudoun County all weekend long. To celebrate the royal strawberry, our Jubilee is packed with live music, farm contests, wagon rides, great food and fun games for the whole family! In addition to The Roosteraunt’s traditional offerings, they will be serving Donut Strawberry Shortcake, chocolate dipped Strawberries and hand-dipped ice cream from Trickling Springs Creamery as well baked goods including strawberry rhubarb pies. Also taking place June 1+2.

Delaplane Strawberry Festival
Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun and festive day in the Virginia countryside at Sky Meadows State Park near Delaplane, VA this weekend. The festival is put on by Emmanuel Episcopal Church and proceeds fund outreach ministries within our church and grants to worthy organizations in our local community, state and beyond. Enjoy hayrides, old fashioned field games, dancing, music, magic, storytelling, crafts, a petting farm, bake sale, hikes in the shadow of the Appalachian Trail, face painting, cake-walking, Corn Hole, a monkey and much more!

Winnie the Pooh at Adventure Theatre is closing the curtains this weekend. Winnie the Pooh would spend every day of life humming tunes and stopping frequently to eat “a little something.” But today, Pooh and Piglet have to find the Heffalump, watch Rabbit scheme to rid the forest of Kanga’s dreaded bathtub, and help Eeyore search for his tail. Pooh’s intentions are always the best, but his passion for honey and condensed milk keeps getting him into trouble.

Friday

4:00pm-7:00pm: Jump In, DC
The official opening of DC’s outdoor pools & spraygrounds! Join Mayor Bowser at Langdon Pool for the celebration! Note: This is the day before ALL outdoor pools and spray parks open, on Saturday, May 25th at 10AM for Spray Parks and 11AM for Pools Memorial Day Weekend!  Outdoor Pool Schedule

5:00pm: Blessing of the Bikes at the National Cathedral
Since 2014, the Cathedral has welcomed members of Rolling Thunder to gather on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend for a “Blessing of the Bikes,” special tours and prayers for those who have not come home. Cathedral clergy, military chaplains and Rolling Thunder volunteers and leaders lead a brief service. Free and open to the public. All are welcome! Check out Rolling Thunder’s site for more weekend opportunities.

5:30pm-8:30pm: Jazz in the Sculpture Garden
The Jazz in the Garden Series begins its 19th season in May. The free concert series features jazz artists performing a wide variety of styles—Brazilian Folk Jazz, Alternative Modern, Blues, Reggae, World Steam Punk, Afro Funk, African Fusion Jazz, Cuban Charanga, Django Guitar, New Orleans Jazz, and more—every Friday evening from 5:00 to 8:30 in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. You can purchase food and adult beverages or bring your own picnic (but no adult bevs are allowed in, purchase them there).

Saturday

10:30am: Spanish Storytime at Little Falls Library
Enjoy a special Spanish Language Storytime led by Vanessa Cabrera! These 30-40 minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and will feature stories and songs in Spanish. Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Little Falls Chapter. 

4:05pm: Washington Nationals MARVEL Super Hero™ Day & Captain Zimmerman Bobblehead Giveaway
We are sharing an exclusive discount code 19NATSKIDS for the upcoming four-game Washington Nationals series vs. the Marlins over the Memorial Day holiday. Sunday is the second of five Kids Giveaway Sundays during the 2019 season, but this offer is valid for ANY of the four Memorial Day weekend games (Friday-Monday). Families who use this coupon code will receive a 20% discount on select tickets available at here with a $10 food and beverage credit preloaded to each ticket, which can be redeemed at any concessions stand in the ballpark.

Sunday

10:30am-11:00am: Tunes 4 Tots at Steadfast Supply
Join Tunes 4 Tots for a half hour class in which little ones will learn fundamental music concepts through song, movement, and play! Tunes 4 Tots is designed for children ages 6 and under along with a participating adult.

11:00am-11:45am: Summer Sunday Funday at Imagination Stage
Bring your favorite stories to life through dramatic play activities, music, movement, and visual art. Each session you leave with a special take-home item we used or created that day, as well as a Parent Pack to extend the experience at home. These popular workshops are themed around beloved children’s books. Beach Bunny is the featured story.

2:00pm: National Memorial Day Parade
The National Memorial Day Parade, held annually along Constitution Avenue in our nation’s capital – Washington, DC – shares the story of American honor and sacrifice from across the generations. The parade, commemorating its fifteenth year, is our nation’s largest Memorial Day event, drawing hundreds of thousands of spectators to the National Mall to pay tribute to those who have served, are serving, and most importantly those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while in service to our country.

6:00pm-8:00pm: Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor: The Lego Batman Movie
Nothing says summer like an evening under the stars—and there’s no better way to enjoy the season than Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor. Pack your picnic blankets, grab food to go from one of the delicious dining establishments, and meet at the Plaza’s big screen for a FREE evening of fun for all ages! Please note that movies will begin at 6:00pm and will be shown once. They also feature Date Night Movies on Thursdays at 7:00pm.

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Weekend picks are extremely late because we have family in town for our daughter’s first dance recital and yesterday we were fortunate enough to play tourist in our own city. We highly recommend the free 30 minute tour at the Bureau of Engraving & Printing. You can get free tickets at the ticket booth on 15th St SW right next to the building. On the tour you get to see the production process of how money is made. Both of my kids ages 4.5 & 8 loved it! The visitor center includes exhibits and currency products for sale. We then went to the District Wharf where we all chose to grab lunch from various restaurants and meet back on one of the piers where they have enormous games for children to play; jenga, scrabble and connect four are a few all while watching the boats dock, water taxis arrive and people realizing along the water. From there we headed to Hains Point to play mini-golf. There are no frills or themes however it is almost completely shaded and is actually on the National Register of Historic Places listed as the oldest continually operating miniature golf course in the country.

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Saturday & Sunday
10:00am-5:30pm:Hawaiian Cultural Festival at the National Museum of the American Indian
King Kamehameha – respected Native Hawaiian warrior, leader and diplomat – united the Hawaiian Islands into a royal kingdom in 1810. Learn about the King’s legacy by exploring the lua, traditional training for warriors as well as the unique royal Hawaiian regalia, including distinctive feather capes. Other activities include scholarly presentations, music, storytelling and family activities.

Saturday
7:00pm: Cinema Del Ray: Peter Pan
The fun begins at 7:00pm. Free open air movie showings sponsored by The Jen Walker Team. Bring blankets and cozy up. No 4 legged friends.

Sunday
10:00am-2:00pm: Takoma Park Children’s Business Fair
Observe the opportunity for children to launch their very own startup business! Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace. 24+ booths!

10:00am-3:00pm: Old Town Festival of Speed & Style
View dozens of rare and exotic cars up close, made famous by their speed, performance and elegance, which will be on display on the lower three blocks of King Street. This will be enhanced by a presentation of style, fashion and live music provided by over 40+ local merchants via the Old Town Boutique District.

6:00pm:Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor: Incredibles 2
Nothing says summer like an evening under the stars—and there’s no better way to enjoy the season than Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor. Pack your picnic blankets, grab food to go from one of the delicious dining establishments, and meet at the Plaza’s big screen for a FREE evening of fun for all ages! Please note that movies will begin at 6:00pm and will be shown once. They also feature Date Night Movies on Thursdays at 7:00pm.

Enter to win 4 tickets to the B&O Railroad Museum!

Happy Mother’s Day to all. Here is a special post full of activities we thought Mom would enjoy this weekend, in addition to the ones below.

Friday

5:30pm-8:00pm: Pajama Party Movie Night at Hillwood Museum
Embark on an adventure as you enjoy short films featuring all sorts of fun and furry animals, including magical creatures, playful critters, and friendly pets. Before the movies begin, relax in the gardens and enjoy a picnic on the lawn. Sandwiches, drinks, and snacks will be available for purchase from Merriweather To Go. Discover treasures in the mansion and then create your own treasure to take home: a box decorated with pictures of animals and other fanciful flourishes, inspired by Hillwood’s art collection. Bring pajamas, pillows, blankets, and cushions from home to get cozy as you head indoors and settle in for the film screening. Movies recommended for children ages 3-8. Reservations are encouraged as this program may sell out. All activities take place rain or shine. Film screenings and the art project are located indoors in the visitor center and C.W. Post center.

6:00pm: Nerf Night at Badlands
Fridays are for Nerf! Join every Friday as Badlands transforms into a Nerf battlefield. Attendees can bring their own Nerf blaster or rent one for $5 from Badlands. Badlands provides the foam darts, safety glasses, and fun! There are parent lounges for the adults, each complete with a bar and a rotating guest brewery/ winery. Cost is $30 per child and includes a dinner buffet. Adults do not need a ticket.

Saturday

9:00am-10:00am: Morning at the Museum: Train Day Celebration
Join us for an early opening of Train Day for children with cognitive and sensory processing disabilities and their families. Morning at the Museum is a project of the Smithsonian Institution’s Accessibility Program and the Smithsonian Museums. Guided by a Community Advisory Committee comprised of museum educators, exhibit designers, professionals who work with children with cognitive or sensory processing disabilities, parents, and self-advocates, the Smithsonian has developed a series of pre-visit materials designed to help children with cognitive and sensory processing disabilities and their families enjoy a visit to the Smithsonian Museums.

9:00am-1:00pm: Tot Rock Festival
OPENING MEDITATION | Mindful Junkie, The Uncle Devin Show,Yoga with Mindful Junkie!, Marsha & the Positrons, Kids Gym with the Mt. Vernon Rec Staff!, 123 Andrés, Pilates with Mind the Mat!, Rainbow Rock Band & CLOSING MEDITATION | Mindful Junkie 

10:00am-1:00pm: Acton Children’s Business Fair
Outdoor market with over 100 young entrepreneurs ages 6 to 14. Shop original board games, shark tooth necklaces, origami pandas, reusable gift bags, milk carton piggy banks, and more! Fun for the whole family and free to attend!

10:00am-4:00pm: EU Open House
The Delegation of the European Union to the United States and the Embassies of 28 EU Member States to the United States will open their doors to the Washington public during the EU Embassies’ Open House Day. Each embassy will open their doors to the public, offering a rare look inside the buildings. The day will provide a unique opportunity to experience the country’s cultural heritage and national traditions.

10:00am-4:00pm: Train Day; The Golden Spike Anniversary Family Festival at National Postal Museum
On Train Day, come and experience the Railway Post Office by checking out the inside of the train car, and learn how train conductors use whistle signals to communicate. We will also have model trains running through the Historic Lobby and the Museum Atrium. Enjoy special Story Times, play with toy trains, ride on a the toy steam train, sort the mail aboard our train and “meet” Owney the Dog, a mascot of the Railway Post Office too! Watch the magical, miniature world of model railroads transform the entire museum. Free admission and suitable for all ages! You don’t want to miss it.

10:30am: InterAct Story Theatre’s Wheaton Family Theatre Series presents KidStory Theatre Festival
KidStory Theatre Festival wraps up season four of our Wheaton Family Theatre Series, this weekend, with our annual celebration of stories for kids and families on Saturday, May 11 with pre-show craft activities beginning at 10:30am and the show beginning at 11:00am. We celebrate a wonderful year of arts with a special festival of stories and plays written by kids for kids. Throughout the year, InterAct Story Theatre visited classrooms throughout Maryland, and invited kids from all over Maryland to submit their stories and ideas for short plays.  InterAct’s artists chose six stories to be developed into a unique collection of performances.  Come join us for a joyous theatrical celebration of kid-fired, kid-inspired imagination and creativity!

11:00am-2:00pm: Spring in the Valley
Returning this year to Spring in the Valley is the amazing team from Safe Kids DC.  Safe Kids of District of Columbia is led by Children’s National Medical Center, which provides dedicated and caring staff, operation support and other resources to assist in achieving a common goal: keeping your kids safe. They will be providing complimentary car seat checks for kids of all ages. Sadly most car seats are installed incorrectly. Correctly used child safety seats can reduce the risk of death by as much as 71%. So come out and have them check your car seats! Kids will have a great time at this event as there will be so many fun activities for all. Bounce houses, firetruck tours, giveaways and tons of food vendors! 

1:00pm-4:00pm: National Building Museum offsite Community Design Day
Bring the entire family to Oxon Run Park! Celebrate the communities of Congress Heights and Washington Highlands at this neighborhood gathering spot. Join youth and volunteers from the Design Apprenticeship Program for an unveiling and of their work since February exploring how to combine design with the voices of the local community to create a welcoming outdoor play space. Talk with teen program participants about their design process and how they worked with community partners to design murals and seating for the basketball courts at Oxon Run. Celebrate community design by contributing to a new mural, shooting some hoops, and more. This program complements the exhibition HOOPS. Free, drop-in. All ages.

Sunday

Check out our Mother’s Day post.

9:00am-7:00pm: The International Spy Museum Grand Opening at L’Enfant Plaza
With interactive exhibitions and installations, the foremost collection of spy artifacts in the world, and first-person accounts from top intelligence officers and experts, the new Museum places visitors in the shoes of the spies. In celebration of Mother’s day, all moms will receive free admission to the Spy Museum on Sunday, May 12. To access a free ticket in advance, call the Call Center at 202.393.7798. Moms can also obtain tickets onsite that day only. NOTE: Same-day tickets are subject to availability.

9:00am-10:30am: Otter-ly Awesome Preschool Class at the National Zoo
Friends of the National Zoo preschool classes are designed for children ages 2-3 to discover a whole new view of the National Zoo.  “Adult-and-me” format classes use interactive learning stations, hands-on activities and crafts, Nature Play, and exciting Zoo Walks to engage your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity about wildlife and the natural world. Pre-registration is required. Please note that classes do not include any behind-the-scenes access or animal contact. $28/child for FONZ members. $35/child for non-members. Registration fee covers one child with adult.

1:30pm AND 4:00pm: Imagination Stage presents “create your own adventure”
They are announcing their 40th Anniversary season next week, but it’s never too soon to celebrate! Book now- these tickets will sell out fast! Experience theatre like never before! Audience members use a paddle to cast their votes on choices throughout the show. The choice is yours, and there are 70 different ways the story could go!  Also, a Saturday 1:30pm showtime.