Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the DMV, including a day for dogs and a child inventors’ expo!
Family Fun Fridays
May 29, noon | Great Falls, VA
After a long week of school or work, unwind with nature at the Riverbend Nature Center at this event for families. Attendees can engage in self-guided activities like crafts, games and science play, as well as hearing from center naturalists.
$5 | fairfaxcounty.gov
Bark in the Park
May 30, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Bethesda, MD
Dog owners (and kids who love dogs) won’t want to miss this social event at Caroline Freeman Urban Park, featuring live music, food, dog-themed activities and dog contests!
Free | galantigroup.com/barkinthepark
Invent the Future 2026
May 31, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Bethesda, MD
The KID Museum’s biggest event of the year showcases ideas for inventions from more than 650 middle school students, along with exhibits from local science organizations and hands-on activities at the museum.
Free | kid-museum.org/programs/invent-the-future-expo
