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1/29/23 - By Jennifer Swope

Whether sending valentines, celebrating Black history, or planning a Presidents Day weekend getaway, there is plenty to love about February!​ Don’t miss our favorite kid-friendly events and activities in DC this month.

This month is rich with activities celebrating Black culture and history, including the shows The Hula-Hoopin Queen and Kofi's African Village. If you're looking for a day that engages the entire family, head out to family days celebrating Black History Month at Woodlawn Manor and Presidents Day at the National Portrait Gallery.

For the kid who loves television and movie characters, there are two opportunities to engage with favorites at Paw Patrol Live! and the Baltimore Enchanted Princess Ball. And don't miss Mardi Gras on the Wharf or the annual George Washington Birthday Parade in Alexandria this month. Whatever you do, there are plenty of enriching and fun activities for your entire family.

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Machine de Cirque acrobats wow audiences with their daring feats. Photo courtesy of Machine de Cirque
Machine de Cirque acrobats wow audiences with their daring feats. Photo courtesy of Machine de Cirque

Top Things To Do in DC with Kids this February

Groundhog Day Celebration

Colesville, MD - Thursday, February 2, 2023
Celebrate Groundhog Day at Maydale Nature Classroom with groundhog stories, crafts, and activities. READ MORE

Groundhog Day at Dupont Circle Park

Washington, DC - Thursday, February 2, 2023
Free
Potomac Phil, the National Groundhog, will predict what the next six weeks has in-store for Washington, DC. Will it be a more winter or an early spring? READ MORE

Maple Sugaring Walk

Wheaton, MD - Thursdays, Saturdays, & Sundays through Sunday, February 26, 2023
In honor of Maple Sugaring Month, Brookside Nature Center shows families how sap is collected from trees and made into maple syrup. READ MORE

Paw Patrol Live! Heroes Unite

Fairfax, VA - Friday - Sunday, February 3-5, 2023
Ryder and the PAW Patrol pups face their greatest challenge yet. When Mayor Humdinger clones Robo Dog, chaos ensues all over the world. READ MORE

Families Unplugged: Valentine's Keepsake Box

Arlington, VA - Saturday, February 4, 2023
Bring the family but leave the phone behind for this unplugged event and make a Valentine's Day keepsake box. READ MORE

Culture Queen Kids Hour

Washington, DC - Saturday, February 4, 2023
Free
Grammy-nominated children’s entertainer Culture Queen encourages diversity, community, and self-love through live performances, interactive community building, stories, crafts, movement, and more. Join her on the first Saturday of each month at the Anacostia Community Museum. READ MORE

NSO Music for Young Audiences: Beauty and the Beat

Washington, DC - Saturday & Sunday, February 4 & 5, 2023
Join NSO principal second violinist Marissa Regni and NSO assistant principal timpanist/percussionist Scott Christian and explore the magic created when the violin and percussion join forces. READ MORE

Machine de Cirque

Manassas, VA - Saturday & Sunday, February 4 & 5, 2023
A well-intentioned circus invades a serious, monochromatic museum exhibit where seven zany acrobats, one electrifying musician, and plenty of popcorn transform a black and white art exhibit into a colorful feast for the senses. Experience exhilarating feats of juggling, balance, teeterboard, hand-to-hand acrobatics, and good fun in this clever ode to creativity.  READ MORE

NMAAHC Kids Learning Together

Virtual - Various dates through Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Free
The National Museum of African American History & Culture hosts weekly crafts workshops that offer insight into Black history and culture.  READ MORE

Make and Take: Recycled Paper Valentines

Wheaton, MD - Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Learn where paper comes from and how to make paper using recycled materials. Then use that paper to make a valentine for someone special. READ MORE

The World and Me: "Line Up! Animals in Remarkable Rows" with Susan Stockdale

Washington, DC - Saturday, February 11, 2023
Come hear author and illustrator Susan Stockdale read her new picture book, Line Up! Animals in Remarkable Rows. Learn how she created it and how learning about and studying natural history inspires and informs all of her books. Families can then create art, move, and play inspired by how animals line up in nature.  READ MORE

123 Andrés at The Kennedy Center

Washington, DC - Saturday, February 11, 2023
Latin Grammy winners 123 Andrés are the bilingual music duo of Christina & Andrés. Their songs in Spanish and English celebrate language and culture, and get the whole family moving and singing. READ MORE

How to Say 'Be Mine' in the Animal World

Fairfax, VA - Saturday, February 11, 2023
Learn how animals like the chimpanzee, toad, and wolf express their affection on this outdoor Valentine’s Day walk and talk. READ MORE

Baltimore Enchanted Princess Ball

Linthicum Heights, MD - Saturday, February 11, 2023
Kids are invited to a special Enchanted Princess Ball where they can meet many of their favorite princesses. There will be performances, dancing, stories, sing-alongs, games, and more. READ MORE

Scavenger Hunt: Valentine's Day

Reston, VA - Daily, February 11-18, 2023
Free
Valentine-themed items are hidden in the Children's area of Reston Regional Library. Using a checklist, participants can find each item and present the completed list to a librarian to receive a small prize.  READ MORE

Llama Llama Live

Manassas, VA - Sunday, February 12, 2023
Bedtime has never been so exciting in this clever, imaginative, and heartwarming musical presented by the Bay Area Children’s Theatre and based on the books by Anna Dewdney. Baby Llama hilariously kicks off bedtime with the help of his toys Fluffy, Dinosaur, and Robot. Mama Llama joins in the disco-rama as a calming presence, encouraging her baby to settle down for sleep.  READ MORE

Black History Month Family Day

Sandy Spring, MD - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Free
Families are invited to visit Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park for a free self-guided tour to learn about Black history in Montgomery County. The visitor's center will have take-home activities for ages 5-12 and trail maps to explore the Underground Railroad Experience Trail. READ MORE

Mardi Gras on The Wharf

Washington, DC - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Free
The Wharf brings the spirit of New Orleans to DC with a community Mardi Gras celebration featuring a parade down Wharf Street, a dance party with live music on District Pier, and a special fireworks finale. READ MORE

Presidential Family Fun Day

Washington, DC - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Free
Celebrate Presidents Day and all things presidential at the National Portrait Gallery's annual Presidential Family Fun Day. This year, celebrate Honest Abe (AKA Abraham Lincoln) with art activities, spotlight tours, and more. READ MORE

The Hula-Hoopin' Queen

Bethesda, MD - Saturdays & Sundays, February 18 - April 8, 2023
Kameeka is confident that today she will finally beat her rival, Jamara, and become the Hula-Hoopin' Queen of 139th Street in Harlem. But she has to prepare for Miz Adeline’s birthday party and almost ruins the day, until Miz Adeline confesses that she's also got the itch—the hula-hoopin' itch! Her fingers start snappin'. Her hips start swingin'. Soon everyone's hips are swinging as the party spills out onto the street. READ MORE

Aladdin

Manassas, VA - Sunday, February 19, 2023
Virginia National Ballet presents Aladdin, based on the Disney movie. Don’t miss this production with beautiful sets, costumes, a magical flying carpet, and a stunning musical score.  READ MORE

George Washington Birthday Parade

Alexandria, VA - Monday, February 20, 2023
Free
The nation’s largest George Washington Birthday parade marches a one-mile route through the streets of Old Town. The parade features drum corps, color guards, bands, local organizations, and of course General Washington and Martha Washington. READ MORE

Sweetheart Parent & Child Dance

McLean, VA - Friday, February 24, 2023
Children and their parents are invited to enjoy a fancy night out at McLean Community Center with a DJ and dancing, light refreshments, a photo booth, and crafts. READ MORE

When the Stars Align: Celestial Navigation and the Underground Railroad

Bethesda, MD - Sunday, February 25, 2023
Free
Learn how the stars helped guide freedom seekers on their journey north along the Underground Railroad. Participants get to observe the night sky from another point of view and hear from guest speakers including historian Dr. Sylvea Hollis, astronomer Dr. Lou Strolger, and PhD candidate Sophie Hess. READ MORE

Kofi's African Village

Washington, DC - Tuesday & Wednesday, February 28 & March 1, 2023
Join Ghanaian-drummer Kofi Dennis as he uses music, storytelling, and dance to bring the sounds and culture of West Africa to life. He will lead call-and-response songs, games, and movement in a high-energy exploration of African cultural traditions. READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

Lubber Run Community Center
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Sheraton Baltimore Washington Airport Hotel - BWI
Discovery Theater – Ripley Center
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