Weekend Fun in the DMV: April 18-19

Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the DMV, including an Earth Day event and Shakespeare’s birthday!

A group of kids on the beach holding signs that say "Save the Earth" and "Love the Earth"
(Ron Lach via Pexels)

Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition, 2nd Annual Earth Day Walk

April 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Washington, D.C.

A free community walk to promote environmental awareness, followed by an eco-friendly festival with live music on the National Mall

Free | gwrccc.org/earth-day 

Shakespeare’s Birthday Celebration

April 18, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Washington, D.C.

Celebrate The Bard’s birthday at the Folger Shakespeare Library with historical activities like ruff-making, sonnet-writing and costumes to try on. Visitors can also explore the library and learn about its work!

Free | folger.edu

Active for Autism 5k and Kids Dash

April 19, 8-10 a.m. | Alexandria, VA

A 5k run for Autism Acceptance Month at George Washington Middle School, along with a ¼-mile Kids Dash for younger runners 

$30 | support.researchautism.org/2026Activeforautism5k

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