Fun Things to Do

  Friday, December 6 Light Yards: Featuring an interactive light installation on the waterfront curated by international award-winning artists, this annual nighttime holiday festival returns for...

Got a kid to buy for and no clue what to get? Steven Aarons is your guy. As owner of Barstons Child’s Play, which...

There’s never a shortage of family-friendly events happening in the DMV, and that’s especially true during the holiday season. From festive lights and icy...

Friday, November 29 "The Nutcracker" Virginia National Ballet School students dance alongside international professionals in this classic holiday production. Watch the Nutcracker come to life in...

Friday, November 22 Sugarloaf Crafts Festival Just in time for holiday shopping, more than 450 talented artisans will be selling their wares, including jewelry, home décor,...

Although summer is over, it's still a great time to get outside and do some fruit picking. Here are seven local farms that offer...

THURSDAY 25 Backyard Theater for Kids: Bee Parks & The Hornets Welcome to the beehive! Bee Parks and the Hornets create an interactive experience full of...

THURSDAY 18 Bob Brown Puppets: World on a String Join Master Puppeteer Bob Brown on a rollicking adventure around the world! Visit Australia, Asia and...

THURSDAY 11 Cub Corner Got a little one fascinated by planes? This aviation-themed story time offered every other Thursday also includes a craft activity. For children...

Thursday 4 Red, White & Blue Reptiles Alive! A variety of colorful live reptiles — ones with red scales and white tails and some with blue...