Activities

  Fall is finally here! It’s time for colorful leaves, warm sweaters and hot apple cider. With fewer COVID-19 restrictions, many communities are looking forward to the cozy fun of their returning fall festivals. Here are our picks of festivals to attend in the DMV to get your family into …

Families, check out what’s happening in the DMV this weekend! Here are just a few options. For more family-friendly and parent-focused events during the week, use our online calendar tool at washingtonfamily.com/calendar to find groups, classes, camps and other fun activities. Events are added daily.   Sept. 17 -18 Experience …

Celebrate the end of summer by squeezing in one last trip over Labor Day. You don’t have to go far! There are so many fantastic destinations within a four-hour drive away from the DMV. It’s also easy to turn a nearby location into a long weekend by booking a hotel …

Sweet (or maybe slightly sour), juicy and refreshing. In the season for fresh fruit, peaches are a summer icon in their own right—and from May to late September, peach season is in full swing. “How to Eat a Peach,” by Karen Schaufeld, explores a love of peaches from a squirrel’s …

Click the images below to download this Top 10 calendar as a PDF. This roundup of family events appears in the August 2022 issue of Washington FAMILY.

Kids with sensory sensitivities enjoy going to museums, plays and events like their neurotypical peers. However, they may need some modifications to make the experiences accessible for them.   Movies Select AMC Theatres Movies can transport children to another world, but they can be overwhelming to the senses. Select AMC …

If you’re looking for a way to get you and your family into the Independence Day spirit, we’ve got you covered. This glitter fireworks craft is a budget-friendly, fun way to create an awesome decoration. Happy Fourth of July!   Materials Black construction paper Glow-in-the-dark liquid craft glue (if you …

Click the images below to download this Top 10 calendar as a PDF. This roundup of family events appears in the July 2022 issue of Washington FAMILY.

  Families all around the world celebrate Father’s Day and plan special activities to celebrate the special men in their lives. It’s also a holiday that celebrates and honors fathers and their influence in our lives. You don’t solely have to honor your biological father on this holiday though. Celebrate …

  Father’s Day is your chance to plan a perfect day for Dad and show him how much he means to your family. Skip the basic brunch and create a day personalized for the fabulous father in your life. Whether he loves live music, whiskey or activities the entire family …