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Best Overnight Summer Camps in Virginia and Maryland

Submitted by Jennifer Swope on Sun, 02/19/2023 - 10:00am

Sandy Hill Camp & Retreat Center offers lots of fun outdoor activities, including water sports. Photo courtesy of the camp

Overnight summer camps are a time-honored tradition for many children. The freedom to choose daily activities, learn independence, and sleep in cabins are just some of the best parts of going to sleepaway camp. Luckily, there are a variety of overnight summer camps not far from DC that help kids learn new skills, have fun, and build lifelong friendships. Ideal for kids as young as 5 and up to 17, these overnight summer camps in Virginia and Maryland are located in the mountains, in forests, along the shore, and on farms. While each camp offers an overnight experience and similar activities, no two camps are exactly the same.

Here are 11 overnight summer camps we're sure your kids will love and ask to return to year after year. Many sleepaway camps begin sign-ups in the winter, so be sure to check their websites for registration and camp dates, rates, and up-to-date availability.

Looking for more options for summer camps near DC? Bookmark our local Summer Camp Guide, and peruse our full Camp Directory for more programs to fit any budget and interest, from sports summer camps to STEM summer camps and everything in between.

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Presidents Day Weekend 2023: 15 Things To Do in DC with Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Swope on Wed, 02/15/2023 - 9:28am

Soak up the spirit of New Orleans at Mardi Gras on the Wharf. Photo courtesy of Wharf DC

Looking for the best things to do in DC this holiday weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

It's Presidents Day weekend in Washington, DC, and who could fault kids for their enthusiasm? Ahead of a week off from school for winter break for many area families, the next three days are full of great things to do, including Mardi Gras on the Wharf, Presidential Fun Family Day at the National Portrait Gallery, and the 25th anniversary celebration of Disney's The Lion King at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Little historians can celebrate the nation's first president in his honorary hometown of Alexandria with a parade or a free visit to his home, Mount Vernon.

Don’t miss our lists of 22 Black-owned restaurants and shops to visit with kids in DC, 15 things to do with kids during the February break, and the best ninja warrior gyms, obstacle courses, and parkour near DC for kids.

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15 Things To Do for February's Winter Break in DC

Submitted by Jennifer Swope on Sun, 02/12/2023 - 11:30am

Learn how maple sugaring works at Brookside Gardens. Photo courtesy of Montgomery Parks

February winter break is right around the corner for Washington, DC public school kids. When does winter break start? It begins Monday, February 20 and ends Friday, February 24, 2023. When you add the weekend before and after, you've got nine days to fill with fun for your kids.

To help you make the most of winter break, we've rounded up a variety of fun things to do with kids in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. With both indoor and outdoor options on the list, you're covered in any weather. If you need more fun ideas, check out our lists of 30 fun winter activities in DC for kids and families, 15 free activities near DC this winter, outdoor ice skating rinks near DC, and top indoor playgrounds.

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25 Best Things to Do in DC February 2023 with Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Swope on Sun, 01/29/2023 - 12:00pm

Black History Month is the perfect time to hike the Underground Railroad Experience Trail. Photo courtesy of  Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park

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.

Find more top February fun in our lists of amazing indoor water parks near DC, restaurants near DC where kids can play, and fun winter activities in DC for kids and families.

We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.

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MLK Weekend 2023 in DC: Volunteer Opportunities, Astronomy Festival, Mosaic Polar Plunge, and More Top Things To Do with Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Swope on Wed, 01/11/2023 - 10:30am

All are invited to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration at the Reston Community Center. Photo courtesy of the center

Looking for the best things to do in DC this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.

Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this weekend by attending an event or participating in the MLK National Day of Service. Make your way to Anacostia for the Annual MLK Peace Walk & Parade. Learn about Dr. King's work through special educational programming at the National Museum of African American History & Culture and the B&O Railroad Museum. Or, participate in a clean-up of a local park in Alexandria, Virginia; Montgomery County, Maryland; or Herndon, Virginia. Find more meaningful ways to honor Dr. King below.

Don’t miss our lists of free places to play indoors near DC, fun winter activities for DC families, and the best things to do in Washington, DC in January with kids.

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Best of January: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Lunar New Year, and More Fun Things To Do in DC with Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Swope on Fri, 12/30/2022 - 10:03am

See traditional lion and dragon dances at the DC Chinese Lunar New Year Parade. Photo courtesy of dcparade.com

From New Year's Day to MLK weekend and beyond, January can be a great time for indoor and outdoor activities. Don’t miss our favorite things to do in DC with kids this month.

Go wild outdoors on a Wild Child Hike, or explore nature while using your imagination during Wild Forest Time. Indoors, there are incredible theater performances for all ages, including Aquarium at Imagination Stage and No Excuses, No Limits, a performance by differently-abled dancers at the Kennedy Center. There are also many ways your family can honor Martin Luther King Jr., from joining the MLK Holiday DC Peace Walk & Parade to the MLK Service and Learning Day at Frying Pan Farm. And don't miss the beginning of Lunar New Year celebrations at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Burke Lake Park.

Find more things to do in DC in January in our list of the best places to go snow tubing near DC, our round-up of the best outdoor ice skating rinks near DC, and our Winter Activities Guide for DC Kids.

We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.

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New Year's Eve Weekend 2022 in DC: Noon Year's Eve, First Day Hikes, Fireworks, and More

Submitted by Jennifer Swope on Wed, 12/28/2022 - 10:53am

Head to Noon Yards Eve at Yards Park  for a family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration. Photo courtesy of The Yards DC

Looking for the best things to do in DC this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this holiday weekend.

Are you ready to ring in the new year? There are so many kid-friendly things to do on New Year's Eve in our region this weekend, including New Year's Eve Around the World at the Children's Science Center and Noon Time New Year at Port Discovery in Baltimore. If an arts and crafts project would interest your child, try KidCreate Studio's Parent's Time Off! New Year's Craft Party or the Midnight at Noon celebration at Artsy Partsy.

Some of us start the new year off sleepy. If that's you, head to brunch in your pajamas at Summer House Santa Monica in Bethesda. But if your family wants to jump into the new year, we've rounded up some great First Day Hikes. Read on for locations and information.

Don’t miss our complete lists of things to do on New Year's Eve with kids, what to do with kids over the holiday break, and where to go ice skating near DC.
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DC New Year's Eve Fireworks, Balloon Drops, and Other Celebrations for Kids

Submitted by Jennifer Swope on Fri, 12/23/2022 - 12:00pm

Noon Yards Eve at Yards Park allows kids to ring in the new year and still get to bed on time. Photo courtesy of the The Yards DC

Remember New Year's Eve before kids? You know, partying until the wee hours of the morning with champagne flowing and midnight kisses. But New Year's Eve with kids doesn't have to be boring. Ring in 2023 in style at one of several family-friendly events in the DC area.

We've rounded up DC New Year's Eve fireworks, noontime parties, balloon drops, and other things to do on New Year's Eve in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Early birds can go to a Noon Year's Eve party at Yards Park or the B&O Railroad Museum. Families with older kids might enjoy nighttime parties like the popular First Night Alexandria or a celebration at Adventure Park USA in Monrovia, Maryland.

And if a cough or sniffles has you housebound this New Year's Eve, the Story Pirates are throwing a free interactive celebration for kids online as well.

Still clinging to Christmas? Most holiday light shows in the area are open on New Year's Eve, or get tickets to a holiday performance before they end their seasonal runs. Happy new year!

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