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The Weekend Round-Up: February 21-23 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Weekend! Ideas for always-happening DC activities: * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Indoor Action * Ice Skating * Local Hikes with Kids * Baltimore with Kids * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places Rock the Rink & Caps Plaque Unveiling Where: Washington Harbour Ice Rink | Georgetown, DC When: Friday, 4:30-7pm Admission:…
Five Things: February 11, 2025 | KidFriendly DC
advertisement 1. Instead of giving flowers for Valentine's Day, go see them! The U.S. Botanic Garden will flourish with extra blooms as their annual orchid exhibition with Smithsonian Gardens opens this weekend. From February 14 to April 27, Orchids: Masters of Deception will feature thousands of orchids in a changing display of the…
*Giveaway!* Top Tier Lessons Offers Kids Coaching with Local College Athletes | KidFriendly DC
Does your child want to learn a new sport or hone their skills in one they love? Check out Top Tier Lessons, a service that connects college student athletes with parents in the community looking for sports lessons for their kids. They provide individual coaching, mentorship, and inspiration to young athletes — helping them…
The Weekend Round-Up: February 14-17 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Long Weekend! Go-to posts full of ideas for ongoing DC fun: * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Indoor Action * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Ice Skating * Local Hikes with Kids * Baltimore with Kids * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places A Love-ly Time Around DC Where: Around the DC area When: Throughout the weekend…
Five Things: February 18, 2025 | KidFriendly DC
1. DC United kicks off the new season this weekend! They play Toronto FC in their home opener at Audi Field on Saturday evening. The match begins at 7:30pm, but it's always good to go early to get food on the concourse and enjoy any pre-match activities that might be happening. Ticketmaster prices for…
The Weekend Round-Up: February 7-9 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Weekend! Get ideas galore for mainstay DC fun: * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Indoor Action * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Ice Skating * Local Hikes with Kids * Baltimore with Kids * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places Auto Focus Where: Washington Convention Center | Mt. Vernon Square, DC When: Through Sunday Admission: $20.60/age 13+, $7.60/age…
The Weekend Round-Up: January 31 – February 2 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Weekend! Link up to loads of ongoing DC fun: * Ice Skating * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Indoor Action * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Local Hikes with Kids * Baltimore with Kids * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places Celebrate Black History Where: Around the DC Area When: Throughout February (and beyond) Admission: Varies…
Activities & Events to Celebrate Valentine’s Day Around DC | KidFriendly DC
Do you ❤️ celebrating Valentine’s Day with your little (and big) sweeties? If you’re looking for ways to enjoy (and prep for) the occasion, here are some ideas with something for everyone to love. Happy V-Day! Valentines Candy Box Workshop Where: Home Depot locations When: February 1, 9am - 12pm Admission: Free Home Depot invited…
Five Things: January 28, 2025 | KidFriendly DC
1. The annual Washington DC Auto Show cruises into town this Friday, January 30, and will run at the Washington Convention Center through February 2. Every year, I reiterate that if there’s any “grown-up” event that is equally fun for all ages, this is it. Literally hundreds of vehicles are on display for guests to…
Events & Activities Around DC to Celebrate Black History Month (2025) | KidFriendly DC
February is Black History Month, and there are many events and activities throughout the DC area to celebrate it. Museum programs (including entire museums), special events, tours and exhibits, and more will be enlightening and fun for all ages. Here’s where they’re all happening over the next few weeks. African American History & Culture…
The Weekend Round-Up: January 24-26 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Weekend! Quick links to go-to KFDC posts: * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Local Hikes with Kids * Bike Rides * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places District of Panda Party Where: National Zoo | Woodley Park, DC When: Starting Friday thru February 9 Admission: Free with timed-tickets New giant…
Five Things: January 21, 2025 | KidFriendly DC
1. This coming weekend, January 25-26, the National Museum of Asian Art is hosting an Art & Me program geared especially toward kids. Family Workshop: The Peacock Room invites guests to take a guided tour of the famous Peacock Room, which contains many precious art pieces, then learn how Smithsonian conservators handle large-scale works of…
The Weekend Round-Up: January 17-20 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Long Weekend! Go-to KFDC posts loaded with inspo for area fun: * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Local Hikes with Kids * Bike Rides * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places Celebrate MLK Where: Around the DC area When: Throughout the weekend Admission: Varies MLK Day may be on Monday,…
Five Things: January 15, 2025 | KidFriendly DC
1. If you're going to be in town over the upcoming long weekend, but want to get out of DC on Monday (Inauguration Day), when many places will be closed, and it will be tough to get around, consider a day trip! Find a bunch of ideas for destinations and activities that are within…
Musical Theater Summer Camp with Theater J (+ an Early Bird Discount)! | KidFriendly DC
Leap into the magic of musical theater this summer with Theater J, Edlavitch DCJCC's professional theater! Young artists in grades 2–9 will spend the day singing, dancing, acting, and learning the history of musical theater in America. Four sessions -- each with a different theme -- will inspire your camper to find joy in…
Family Fun & Entertainment Coming Soon to EagleBank Arena! | KidFriendly DC
- Click above for more info and tickets! - * * * This post is paid for by Monumental Sports & Entertainment, however, I only promote events, programs, and places that I genuinely believe in and think will appeal to KFDC readers.
Where to Celebrate MLK Day Around the DC Area (2025) | KidFriendly DC
Whether you’re looking for ways to teach kids about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., want to give back to the community to honor him, or hope to partake in another special activity to observe MLK Day, these ideas will have you covered. And note that Inauguration Day is on Monday, so you may want…
The Weekend Round-Up: January 10-12 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Weekend! Quick links to ideas galore for local activities: * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Local Hikes with Kids * Baltimore with Kids * Bike Rides * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places Inside Action Where: Around the DC area When: Throughout the weekend Admission: Varies by place It's another cold…
Five Things: January 8, 2025 | KidFriendly DC
1. The new year brings some new program schedules at our local museums. This post with details for regularly occurring programs for kids has been updated to reflect that. Whether you’re looking for a weekday activity with little ones or something for the whole family on the weekend, there's almost always a session to…
Encore Stage & Studio Presents “The Twelve Dancing Princesses” + a BOGO Deal! | KidFriendly DC
Encore Stage & Studio presents "The Twelve Dancing Princesses" January 10-19! Once upon a time, a king leaves his twelve daughters in their bedroom each night. In the morning, their shoes are worn out from dancing. Desperate to know what they are up to, the king enlists the help of potential suitors to find…
The Weekend: January 3-5 | KidFriendly DC
Let's ease into 2025 by keeping it simple for another weekend. Once again, this post doesn’t contain a big round-up of event listings, but these links will still lead all the info and inspo you need to fill the next few days with fun. Happy Weekend & Happy New Year! Where to Go and…
The Weekend: December 27-29 | KidFriendly DC
This is the time of year I like to keep it simple as the final few days of December wind down. While this post doesn’t contain the usual round-up of event listings, these links will still lead you to loads of ideas to help fill the next few days with as much (or little)…
Family New Year’s Eve Celebrations to Ring in 2025 | KidFriendly DC
The countdown to 2025 is on, and if you’re looking for ways to ring it in with young revelers, you have many options! There are a bunch of family-friendly ways to celebrate around the area, from organized events to plan-it-yourself activities. Here are details and inspiration for your gang to get in on the…
The Weekend Round-Up: December 20-22 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Weekend! Link up to loads of ongoing, non-holiday DC fun: * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Indoor Action * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Local Hikes with Kids * Baltimore with Kids * Bike Rides * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places Winter Breakin’ Where: Around the DC Area When: Throughout the weekend Admission: Varies by activity…
A Winter Holiday Celebration at the Library of Congress December 26-28! | KidFriendly DC
The Library of Congress has been hosting monthly Family Days throughout the fall and continuing them into winter with timely themes -- Halloween, Hispanic Heritage Month, Veterans Day, Winter Holidays -- and connected to the Libraries' collections. During these special days, families and visitors of all ages can enjoy hands-on activities for budding researchers and…
Where to Go & What to Do During Winter Break 2024 | KidFriendly DC
If you’re going to be in town over the Winter Break from school, you’ll likely be looking for activities to keep the whole gang happy (and that includes us parents)! This annual guide will help with that, with all kinds of suggestions for things to do, including seasonal favorites and new inspiration that reflects…
Five Things: December 16, 2024 | KidFriendly DC
1. Starting today, December 16, through January 4, you can go ice skating inside the National Building Museum! The DowntownDC Holiday Skate Spectacular features a synthetic ice rink set up in the stunning Great Hall, welcoming the public to skate 12-8pm. BYO skates for a completely FREE experience, or pay $5 for rentals if…
Last Minute (But Thoughtful) Stocking Stuffers for Kids | KidFriendly DC
Sometimes you have to give in to the frivolous requests in order to keep the Christmas magic alive. But the stocking stuffers can be as thoughtful and practical as your heart desires. KFDC Contributor Emily Moise shares some last-minute (read: will deliver before the big day) stocking stuffer picks for kids that will earn…
The Weekend Round-Up: December 13-15 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Weekend! Quick links to posts full of ideas for local activiities: * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Indoor Action * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Local Hikes with Kids * Baltimore with Kids * Bike Rides * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places Holiday Spirit Where: Around the DC Area When: Throughout the weekend Admission: Varies by…
Little Red Riding Hood & More at Imagination Stage! | KidFriendly DC
Imagination Stage has several exciting offerings right now: A new show, a great sale, and registration for a variety of winter classes for all ages! ON STAGE NOW Little Red Riding Hood “explodes with Louisiana zest” (Washington Post)! Join the heroine for a musical Mardi Gras chase through the bayou in Petite Rouge: A…
Five Things: December 11, 2024 | KidFriendly DC
1. We recently went to City State Brewery in Edgewood for the first time, and it's a super fun place to hang out and enjoy some local brews and food truck fare. While there weren't any little kids in our group, there were a bunch of them there. It's a very family-friendly place --…
Live Entertainment Around DC from Late Fall Through Winter | KidFriendly DC
A new season of entertainment is coming to local stages! Here's what you can see around DC over the next few months, listed in order of start date with most descriptions coming straight from from their sources. Keep in mind that tickets make for great holiday gifts, too. Happy viewing! Holidays on the Stage…
The KFDC 2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Kids, Teens, & Adults | KidFriendly DC
I didn't get this guide out as early as I'd hoped, but perhaps this timing works better for some -- that little nudge needed to get the holiday gift shopping done. There's already a DC-inspired gift guide with lots of local ideas for everyone in the fam, and this one has more suggestions for…
International School of Music: Stuff the Stockings with Music Lessons Giveaway! | KidFriendly DC
Looking for a gift that your child will truly appreciate and benefit from for years to come? Then, treat them to the gift that truly keeps on giving: Music Lessons at International School of Music! International School of Music is offering a once-a-year special! They will prepare a holiday stocking for your giftee filled with: * A…
The Weekend Round-Up: December 6-8 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Weekend! Lots of ongoing fun around DC listed in these posts: * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Indoor Action * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Local Hikes with Kids * Baltimore with Kids * Bike Rides * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places Holiday Happenings Where: Around the DC Area When: Throughout the weekend Admission: Varies by…
Where to Encounter Santa Around the DC Area this Holiday Season | KidFriendly DC
A visit or photo with Santa is the thing to make many a kid’s holiday season. If you’re looking for jolly old Saint Nick around DC, you can find him at many places — often along with extra fun and treats. Here's where he’ll be this season, from free gatherings to special brunches to holiday…
Five Things: December 3, 2024 | KidFriendly DC
1. It’s Giving Tuesday! If you want some ideas for where to donate, the GIVE page on the blog has a long list of charities and causes, all of them shared by KFDC readers. If you have one you’d like to highlight, leave a comment on that page or on these Five Things, and I’ll add it. …
Ticket Giveaway: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas at Adventure Theatre! | KidFriendly DC
As you’re making plans for the holiday season, something to include on your family’s agenda: A performance of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas at Adventure Theatre. Opening this Friday, December 6, and running through January 5, the show is sure to delight audiences of all ages. Even more, you have a chance to win a…
The Weekend Round-Up: November 28 – December 1 | KidFriendly DC
Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! Posts full of ideas for mainstay DC activities: * The Great Indoors * Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums * Kid-Friendly Dining * Indoor Action * Best Outdoors in the DC Area * Local Hikes with Kids * Baltimore with Kids * Bike Rides * Stunning Spaces * Peaceful Places Thanksgiving Day Play Where: Around the DC area When: Thursday (and beyond) Admission: Varies by…
Where to Play on Thanksgiving Day | KidFriendly DC
How about a side of recreation to go with your Thanksgiving meal? If you’re going to be in town for the holiday and are looking for pre- or post-feast activities, find some some ways to complement the main event of the day. Happy Thanksgiving! 1) Visit a Smithsonian museum or the National Zoo.…