Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the DMV, including a pumpkin race and a local food festival!

Beatrice Likes the Dark

Oct. 2-4 (Additional dates through Oct. 31 and in November) | Glen Echo, MD

Adventure Theatre will perform a stage adaptation of the children’s book by April Genevieve Tucholke throughout the month, bringing the story to life through music, magic and puppetry. 

$26 | adventuretheatre-mtc.org

The Great Pumpkin Race and Fall Festival

Oct. 3, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Montgomery Village, MD

This unique event at North Creek Community Center sees people racing cars made out of decorated pumpkins to see who’s the fastest! All are invited to enter with their own pumpkin car. Live music and children’s activities are available to enjoy in the lead-up to the race. 

Free | montgomeryvillage.com

Taste of Bethesda 2026

Oct. 3, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Bethesda, MD

Eat your way around Bethesda at the town’s annual food festival, held at Woodmont Triangle and featuring beloved local restaurants and exciting newcomers. 

Free, $10 per 5 food tickets | bethesda.org