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!
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-dayÂ
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 runnersÂ
$30 | support.researchautism.org/2026Activeforautism5k
