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Summer camps will be beginning very soon! There are still spots open at various camps. See our camp guide for options.

Friday

5:00pm-8:00pm: NaLa Fridays at the Park
National Landing’s favorite concert series is back and better than ever, bringing live music, food trucks and fun in the summer sun to Long Bridge Park.

5:00pm-8:00pm: Parents Night Out
Happy Friday! The Lane knows you have had a long week and would like some “me time”, so drop your kids off at The Lane from 5-8pm every Friday night. They’ll feed them dinner, watch a movie, and have supervised fun.

7:30pm-10:30pm: Union Market Drive-in: In the Heights
Let’s roll down the windows, feel that summer breeze and turn up the radio because the 10th Annual Drive-In at Union Market is back. A DC “must-do,” the series of six movies launches May 13, and will continue on the second Friday of every month through October 14.

Saturday

9:00am-12:00pm: Play Ball
At Walker Mill Regional Park in Maryland, Josiah Gray will lead a read-along as part of the Nationals’ Summer Reading initiative, kicking off the local program in Prince George’s County. Each child in attendance will receive a free MLB bat and ball as well as a baseball-themed book.

10:00am-2:00pm: Soar Together @ Air and Space In Person Family Day: UFOs: Fact or Fiction?
For years, people have looked to the skies and been fascinated by the topic of unidentified flying objects, also known as UFOs. During this Family Day, you’ll get to explore what the aviation world considers a UFO, and learn how and why they are studied. You’ll also discover how the possibilities of UFOs have inspired creativity and the imagination through movies, stories and songs. Virtual option happening also!

11:00am-2:00pm: Pride Family Day at Glen Echo
Glen Echo Park is proud to collaborate with the office of Montgomery County Council Vice President Evan Glass to present the 2nd annual Pride Family Day at Glen Echo Park! Interactive chalk maze designed by Chalk Riot, whose motto is, “We make ordinary surfaces extraordinary!” Carousel-themed craft activity bag for all ages (While supplies last! FREE Carousel tickets (While supplies last! Otherwise, $2.00 per ride or $5.00 for an all-day wristband) Snacks & Specialty Glen Echo Park Root Beer (While supplies last!) Discounted tickets to a mainstage performance at the Puppet Co. Performances of Little Red Riding Hood and the 3 Little Pigs are scheduled for 11:30 am and 1:00 pm on Saturday June 11th. Recommended for ages 4+. Run time approximately 45 minutes. Use coupon code: PRIDE22 when purchasing your tickets online. Please purchase tickets in advance to use the discount and direct any questions here. Families may also enjoy the playground, the picnic area, the Glen Echo Park Aquarium (tickets required; book in advance), and a variety of art galleries throughout the park.

11:30am: Arts on the Horizon presents Birds of a Feather
It’s a beautiful summer day when Fiddle, a camper, and Beeker, a bird watcher, meet in a national park. One is adventurous and the other is a bit more reserved, but they quickly discover how to share the outdoor space. With Fiddle’s knowledge of the great outdoors and Beeker’s bird expertise, they work together to build a home for a bird… but will any birds come to visit? This whimsical outdoor adventure celebrates the joy of making new friends and the wonders of nature. Join us and discover what amazing things can be accomplished through friendship and collaboration!

12:00pm-2:00pm: March for Our Lives (again)
After countless mass shootings and instances of gun violence in our communities, it’s time to take back to the streets and march for our lives. We marched in 2018 after the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas in Parkland, Florida, and now we’re headed back to DC. Join us on June 11th in Washington, D.C., or in one of our hundreds of local marches on the same day, across the nation.

2:00pm-9:00pm: Pride on the Pier at the Wharf
The Washington Blade in partnership with LURe DC and The Wharf are excited to announce the 3rd Annual Pride on the Pier celebration during DC Pride in June 2022. 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. The Dockmasters Building will be home to a VIP experience with complimentary drinks and food during the duration of the event. Purchase tickets. The Transit Pier will house the Family Zone that will include activities for all ages.

3:00pm-7:30pm: Pride Parade
oin the LGBTQ+ community for the return of the historic Capital Pride Parade, proudly presented by Marriott International. In 2022, a modified route will honor our history and acknowledge the evolution of the LGBTQ+ neighborhoods in Washington, DC, while respecting the origins and importance of taking to the streets in our fight for equality. Be prepared to experience one of the largest Pride Parades to ever take place in the United States Capital. The parade will start at 17th St NW & T St NW at 3:00pm and ends near 21st NW & P St NW.

7:00pm: Monster Jam at FedEx Field
The legendary Grave Digger®, Max-D™, and more compete in intense competitions of speed and skill. This year’s championship lineup includes world record holders who push their trucks to the limit. Experience full-throttle family fun. This. Is. Monster Jam™.

Sunday

10:00am-1:00pm: Civics Fest at National Archives
Civic Season is the time to put what we learned in history class into action. During the second-annual Civic Season, more than 200 museums and historic sites will be sharing our resources and providing lessons from the past that will help inform tomorrow’s activism. And what better place to learn about our shared history than the National Archives, home of America’s founding documents? It will be outside the Archives with trivia, art projects, live music, a Sign the Declaration activity (a fan favorite!), and of course, the chance to see history up close!

11:30am & 1:00pm: Arts on the Horizon presents Birds of a Feather
It’s a beautiful summer day when Fiddle, a camper, and Beeker, a bird watcher, meet in a national park. One is adventurous and the other is a bit more reserved, but they quickly discover how to share the outdoor space. With Fiddle’s knowledge of the great outdoors and Beeker’s bird expertise, they work together to build a home for a bird… but will any birds come to visit? This whimsical outdoor adventure celebrates the joy of making new friends and the wonders of nature. Join us and discover what amazing things can be accomplished through friendship and collaboration!

12:00pm-10:00pm: Pride Festival
Join the LGBTQ+ community on America’s Mainstreet, historic Pennsylvania Avenue, for the return of the Capital Pride Festival. Enjoy a full day of entertainment on three stages, food, drink, and advocacy with over 300 exhibitors. The Festival is the largest annual event in the national capital region and continues to be free to the public.

Announcements:
We are excited to announce the on-sale of DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS FROZEN & ENCANTO! This adventure on ice transports fans into two of the most popular Disney films as audiences can sing-along to their favorite songs while embracing world-class ice skating, aerial acrobatics and more when it visits the Washington, DC-Area at EagleBank Arena from October 6 – 10, 2022!

Imagination Stage™ brings Mr. Popper’s Penguins to the stage from June 22 – August 7, 2022 promising the most fun kids will have inside this summer! Based on the 1939 Newbery Honor novel by Richard and Florence Atwater, the musical’s book is by Robert Kauzlaric, with music and lyrics by George Howe. Nathaniel P. Claridad directs a talented cast of four actors, plus 12 lovable puppet penguins.

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Winterfest is here! Nationals Park is turning into a winter and baseball wonderland for the annual weekend-long fan fest, complete with both indoor and outdoor programs. Interact with players and coaches, hear updates on the team, and enjoy special behind-the-scenes access to several parts of Nationals Park that are typically closed during the season! There will be a variety of activities including: Photo opportunity with the Commissioner’s Trophy, Photo opportunities with players, coaches and team mascots, Clubhouse tours, Dugout Dance photo opportunity in the Nationals dugout, Hit in the Nationals batting cages, Race the Racing Presidents, WGL Energy Bullpen Cart photo opportunity, Winter-themed activities and interactive events, Stories read by Nationals players Youth baseball clinics from the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy and more.

Friday

6:00pm-9:00pm: Parents Night Out at Bolt
Every month parents can drop kids off at BOLT and have an evening to themselves, secure in the knowledge that their children are having fun, getting exercise, and making friends in a safe place. For ages 5+ due to the size of the equipment in the gym. Kids have a blast with open gym play time, pizza dinner (must order pizza separately, see below*), popcorn and watching an appropriate movie in the gym. $20 if currently enrolled at any Dynamite gym, $25 for the general public.

Saturday

9:30am AND 11:30am: Sound Health at the Kennedy Center featuring CityDance POP
This 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.

10:00am-2:00pm: Camp Arena Stage Open House
The open house will feature sample activities and classes taught by camp staff and provides an opportunity for prospective campers and parents to experience a taste of Camp Arena Stage and have all their camp questions answered. The event is free and children ages 8-15 are welcome to participate in sample workshops and classes focusing on theater, musical theater, visual art, singing and dance. Prospective campers and their families are welcome to drop in for any portion of this event.

10:00am-12:00pm: Clean the Little Falls Creek and Parkway
Clean Creek/Clean Parkway – Help us help the Bay! Join Little Falls Watershed Alliance to clean the creek. Pre-approved for MCPS SSL hours.  Under 14 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

10:15am-12:00pm AND 1:30pm–3:15pm: Family Workshop at National Gallery of Art
Workshops provide the opportunity to explore artists’ thinking and studio practices. Taught by museum educators, each workshop includes a conversation in the galleries followed by a hands-on studio art session. Family Workshops are designed for children (ages 8–11) and adults to participate in together. Workshops are free but preregistration is required.

10:30am-12:00pm: The World and Me: Family Program: Backyard Habitats for Birds and other Wildlife
Learn more about your place in the world through explorations of nature and culture. Every second Saturday of the month, museum educators lead a program that combines a book reading, activities, and a chance to look more closely at the museum’s collections.  For this month’s program, participants will do activities to understand the needs of birds, how this changes seasonally, and how birds have adapted to living in various habitats. Horticulturists from Smithsonian Gardens will serve as special guest experts to help us learn about making our own backyards safe and welcoming habitats for birds and other wildlife, and why this is important. Visitors will also learn how to participate in the nationwide Backyard Bird Count in February where anyone can count birds they find in their backyard and share their information with scientists!

5:00pm-8:00pm: Parents Night Out at Dynamite Gym
Every month, from September through May, parents can drop kids off at Dynamite and have an evening to themselves, secure in the knowledge that their children are having fun, getting exercise, and making friends in a safe place. Please note attendees must be ages 3½+ and reliably potty trained. Kids have a blast with open gym play time, pizza dinner (must order pizza separately, see below*), movie popcorn and watching an appropriate film in the gym.$22 if currently enrolled at any Dynamite gym, $30 for the general public.

Sunday

10:30am-12:30pm: Washington Wizards Kids Day
Head to Capital One Arena for a fun-filled afternoon of LEGO themed activities, STEM projects, face painting, balloon artists, crafts, prizes and more! The first 200 kids will receive a gift!*Kids Day is a FREE event from 10:30 A.M. -12:30 P.M. The Washington Wizards will take on the Utah Jazz at 3:30 P.M. that day. Discount tickets will be available for purchase during Kids Day if you would like to attend the game. Don’t miss out, RSVP today.

11:00am-12:00pm: Storytime at Hirshhorn
Storytime explores contemporary art through stories and movement. Each week features a fresh and fun theme. Bring your littlest art lover for an introduction to an artist on view, interactive read aloud, and a hands-on activity.

11:15am–1:00pm AND 2:30pm–4:15pm: .Family Workshop at National Gallery of Art
Workshops provide the opportunity to explore artists’ thinking and studio practices. Taught by museum educators, each workshop includes a conversation in the galleries followed by a hands-on studio art session. Family Workshops are designed for children (ages 8–11) and adults to participate in together. Workshops are free but preregistration is required.

5:00pm: Step Afrika! Step Xpolsion at Strathmore
Strathmore is proud to welcome back Step Afrika!, the first professional organization dedicated to the African American tradition of stepping. This performance begins with a showcase of the region’s finest step squads featuring lightning-fast footwork, percussive chants, and incredible synchronicity. In addition to Step Xplosion, Step Afrika! will showcase a portion of their new work, Drumfolk, commissioned by Strathmore. Drumfolk honors the heritage of step and places the evolution of this vibrant art form in its historical context. Tracing step’s roots to the African American percussive traditions of patting juba, hambone, ring shout, and tap, Drumfolk reflects on the harsh realities of the American South and celebrates the fortitude of enslaved Africans who practiced these transcendent musical forms.Ideal for ages 8 and up.

Weekend Theater:
Narnia at Encore Stage & Studio: January 10-19, 2020
The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe at Imagination Stage: Final weekend
Mouse on the Move at Imagination Stage: January 11-February 16, 2020
Pete the Cat at Olney Theatre Center: January 11-12, 2020

GIVEAWAY:
Enter to win 4 tickets to the Monster Jam show on January 25 at 7pm. Enter on Facebook and/or Instagram just by commenting! A random winner will be announced on January 19, 2020.

You can still sign-up for some winter classes!

The Cold weather may be just around the corner, but so is The Polar Express! Don’t miss out on the journey of a lifetime as scenes from this celebrated holiday classic come to life before your very eyes! The conductor will punch your golden tickets and make sure you make it to The North Pole right on time, but not before you’ve enjoyed hot chocolate, cookies, and receiving the first gift of Christmas from Santa Claus himself! So don’t wait – get your tickets to The Polar Express Train Ride 2019 at the B&O Railroad Museum: where Baltimore BELIEVES! Rides are November 16 & 17, 23 & 24, 29 & 30 and
December 1.

Friday

10:00am AND 11:30am: Baby Beats with Max and Root
Two Beat Boxing Dads making music and songs the whole family can enjoy! Best for ages: 0-8.

5:30pm-8:00pm: Harry Potter Nerf Night at Badlands
Accio all Wizards and Witches:It’s a magical night for the Quidditch World Cup as the Houses of Gryffindor and Slytherin compete for victory! You bring your robe and wand, and we’ll bring the snitch!Costumes and wands encouraged! Kids tickets are $30 and include a pizza party. Muggles (Adults) are free and even get a complimentary beer tasting.

6:30pm-9:00pm: Friday Night Rox at Earth Treks
Kids get a fun night of climbing adventure (2.5 hours!) and parents enjoy a night out on the town- what could be more perfect! Activities include vertical games, age appropriate basic skills instruction, and tons of climbing, all under the supervision of our qualified instructors. No experience is necessary. Ages 6-12.

Saturday

9:30am AND 11:00am: Saturday Morning at National Theatre: Virginia Repertory Theatre: Thumbelina
This charming, funny, and joyous musical adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen story features all the beloved characters: toad, fish, field mouse, mole, shallow, and, of course Thumbelina herself. It’s a delightful exploration of nature’s tiny enchanted world. 

10:00am AND 11:30am: Baby Beats with Max and Root
Two Beat Boxing Dads making music and songs the whole family can enjoy! Best for ages: 0-8.

10:00am-11:00am: First Studio at The Kreeger Museum
Children, ages 3-5, are invited to use their imaginations as they explore the paintings, sculpture, and architecture of The Kreeger Museum. Each First Studio includes a gallery tour, a story, and a hands-on art-making experience. This program is limited to 10 children accompanied by a single adult companion.  Pre-registration is required, for questions or inquires, please contact here.

10:00am-12:00pm: Weekend Workshop at Red Panda Art Studio
Neon art is always more fun under the blacklight! Turn off the lights and turn on the glow. Paint with neon materials and make glowing slime during this workshop! Ages 3.5 to 10 years old, drop-off welcome.

10:00am-4:00pm: Fossil Fest at National Museum of Natural History
Gather your friends and family and get ready for a fun, fossil-filled day in Q?rius! Learn about the tools and research techniques experts use to unearth the facts about prehistoric ecosystems and life long ago. Explore the world of paleontology by meeting scientists and paleontology staff to get a behind-the-scenes look into their work. Experience the field yourself through virtual reality, handling 3D fossil prints, or by sifting for and identifying fossils YOU can uncover at our hands-on learning stations! Find something for everyone in your family to enjoy, from arts and crafts and mask making to film shorts, and much more! Fossil Fest is free and open to the public, but registration is requested. Registered guests will receive a special gift at the registration check-in table! Come and discover your inner scientist.

10:30am: Oran Etkin at Jammin Java
This internationally touring jazz clarinetist and educator will perform songs from his new globe-spanning album Finding Friends Far from Home: A Journey with Clara Net. Oran and special guests will invite loads of audience interaction including singing, clapping, dancing and drumming.  As the instruments “talk” with one another, children learn that making music means bringing their own character, humor and emotion along for the ride. Oran’s approach to children’s music is highly interactive, and it’s based on his acclaimed Timbalooloo method. Tickets can be bought here. $12 advance, $15 day of show.

11:00am-7:00pm: Baltimore American Indian Center’s 45th Annual PowWow
The BAIC will have its 45th Annual Pow-Wow at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, 4H Building on Saturday, November 16th, 11am – 7pm, with Grand Entry at 12pm! The 45th Annual PowWow will include Native dancing, drumming, music, cultural presentations, jewelry, artwork, crafts, clothing, and food vendors. The event is open to the public! Gate admission: $10 Adults, $5 Children

11:30am-1:30pm: Tykesgiving at A Rake’s Progress
At A Rake’s Progress, James Beard Award–winning chef Spike Gjerde cooks what he sources from Mid-Atlantic farms and waters. Join us for a family-style feast of local and seasonal flavors to kick off your Thanksgiving festivities! Sip on an expertly paired wine while your pipsqueaks partake in a post-meal turkey day singalong by local children’s musicians, Crescendo Communication.

6:00pm-9:00pm: Parents Night Out at Dynamite 2 Gym
Get ready for date night! Put your kids in their jammies and drop them off (pillows and blankets optional) for three hours of open gym fun, followed by pizza dinner, movie popcorn, and watching Space Jam in the gym. Pizza is available for $2/slice, payable online when you register.

Sunday

10:30am-11:30am: Groovy Nate at Capitol Cider House
Groovy Nate is a children’s entertainer and Wolf Trap Teaching Artist who creates fun and educational shows using exotic musical instruments and puppet skits— a la Sesame Street meets Parliament/Funkadelic, meshed with The Electric Company, Kraftwerk, and Dub Reggae. The shows encourage children and adults to move, sing, and play creatively with one another, while exposing them to various genres of music. Tickets required for all ages. All adult ticket holders will be able to enjoy our normal weekday happy hour – $4 pours of house cider, $5 craft beer, $6 local wine & $7 cocktails – from 10am-noon.

11:00am-1:30pm: Pancake Battle at Nats Park
Head to Nationals Park for a festive afternoon celebrating education, family, and delicious food for a family-friendly fundraiser supporting Generation Hope! Enjoy pancake masterpieces from the region’s leading “education celebrities,” a full brunch and mimosa bar, activities for kids, lawn games, the festivities of Nats Park, and a silent auction—all while supporting the life-changing work of Generation Hope. This is a family-friendly event, and children 5 and under are FREE! Generation Hope surrounds motivated teen parents and their children with the mentors, emotional support, and financial resources that they need to thrive in college and kindergarten, thereby driving a two-generation solution to poverty.

3:00pm: Disney Junior Holiday Party at Warner Theatre
Disney Junior Holiday Party! is a dazzling musical wonderland where children and their families can sing and dance along to their favorite Disney Junior songs plus holiday classics with their favorite Disney friends, including Mickey & Minnie Mouse, the Puppy Dog Pals, Vampirina and many more, plus a special visit from Santa Claus!

Plan Ahead:
Book holiday photos of your kids! A simple background at Little Loft in Takoma Park and Katie Jett Wells expert eye will give you the best holiday photos you’ve ever had. Schedule a 15 minute mini-session, then play at Little Loft for up to 1 hour. Sunday, Nov 23, 9:00-2:00. Book here.

Lucy Kalantari & The Jazz Cats Pajama Jam Party at AMP Strathmore: December 1, 2019

Frosty the Snowman: December 7-28, 2019