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Kids of all ages enjoy apple picking and chomping on an apple right off the tree. Photo courtesy of Butler's Orchard
Apple Picking Near DC: Best Apple Orchards for Apple Picking with Kids
Have some fall fun at these apple orchards and farms within easy driving distance of DC.
Task-tackling service Taskrabbit is able to take on tons of back-to-school projects you may not have even considered outsourcing.
25 Back-to-School Tasks You Didn't Know You Could Pay Someone Else to Do
Taskrabbit can take on meal prep, shopping, organizing, and more.
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Guide to Classes for Kids Near DC
Search for classes for kids by age, interest, and location!
Keep the DC public school calendar handy so you'll always know what days your kids have class.
Here's the DC Public School Calendar for 2023-2024 (Plus Other Area School Districts)
Reading, writing, and 'rithmetic ... See all the days DC-area schools will be open in 2023-2024!
Get building tips from Master Model Builders in the LEGO Discovery Center Washington, DC's Workshop. Photo by Jennifer Marino Walters
New LEGO Discovery Center Opens Near Washington, DC
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, DC is a LEGO lover's paradise.
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Kids are allowed—and even encouraged—to touch Reclining Liberty. Photo courtesy of the Museum of Contemporary Art in Arlington
Reclining Liberty Statue Comes to the DC Area — and Kids Can Climb and Touch It!
If you're in the DC area, now's your chance to climb on a giant Statue of Liberty replica.
Enjoy the scenery on the Georgetown Waterfront while splashing in the fountain. Photo by Sam Kittner, courtesy of georgetowndc.com
19 Sprinkler Parks, Spraygrounds, and Splash Pads near DC for Kids
Make a splash at one of these wet and wild spots in the DC area!
Visit the home of George Washington in Virginia. Photo courtesy of Mount Vernon
100 Things To Do in DC with Kids Before They Grow Up
How many items can you and your family check off of our ultimate DC fun list?
Cool off at one of the area's many great splash pads this summer. Photo courtesy of Montgomery Parks
50 Awesome Free Things To Do Near DC this Summer with Kids
Summer's here and it's time to enjoy these free adventures in and near DC.
It's almost open... Discover the new Lego Center! Photo courtesy of the Lego Discovery Center
19 Best Things to Do in DC August 2023: National Book Festival, County Fairs, and More
Close out summer with so many county fairs and festivals!
Water parks are a fun way to beat the heat this summer. Photo courtesy of Splash City at Kings Dominion
Best Outdoor Water Parks Near DC for Family Fun
Beat the heat with water slides, wave pools, tubing, and more water fun at these great outdoor...
The DC State Fair showcases the talents and uniqueness of the city. Photo courtesy of the fair
27 Summer Festivals and Fairs Near DC for Families
Gather the family and enjoy a great day out at one of these fun summer festivals.
Enjoy a free concert on Transit Pier every Wednesday evening. Photo courtesy of Wharf DC
DC's Free Concerts and Outdoor Music Festivals for Families This Summer
Enjoy some live music outdoors this summer across the DC area.
Outdoor movies abound in the DC area all summer long. Photo courtesy of the Fairfax County Park Authority
Free Outdoor Movies Near DC this Summer for Kids
Enjoy one of these family-friendly flicks under the stars.
No ocean? No problem at Greenbrier State Park. Photo courtesy of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Best Swimming Lakes Near DC You Need to Discover
Kids can get their feet wet and more at these nearby swimming lakes.
Pick the perfect sunflower at Great Country Farms. Photo by Maryam Shahid for Great Country Farms
Best Sunflower Fields Near DC for Pick-Your-Own Sunflowers
Pick your own flowers at these pretty sunflower fields across the DC area.
Kids love to sit in the train engine at Peterson's Ice Cream Depot in Clifton, Virginia. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Marino Walters
Must-Try Ice Cream Shops Near DC for a Cold Treat
You'll scream for these delicious ice cream shops in and near DC.
Photo courtesy of Croydon Creek Nature Center
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Outdoor Activities Guide for DC Kids
Enjoy Washington DC's great outdoors with these outdoor adventures and activities.
With 75 themed walls for kids to tackle, it's impossible to get bored at ClimbZone. Photo courtesy of ClimbZone
Best Indoor Rock Climbing Gyms and Spaces for Kids Near DC
Kids and teens will have a blast tackling the climbing walls at these DC-area gyms and spaces.
Kids can suit up in hazmat gear, dodge lasers, and crack codes at Beat the Bomb. Photo courtesy of Beat the Bomb
21 Fun Things to Do with Teens and Tweens in DC
Even your too-cool teens and tweens will enjoy these fun activities.
The National Children's Museum offers spaces and storytimes just for babies and toddlers. Photo courtesy of the museum
21 Things To Do with DC Babies Before They Turn 1
Babies just wanna have fun—and they can at one of these great places throughout the DC area.

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Kids of all ages enjoy apple picking and chomping on an apple right off the tree. Photo courtesy of Butler's Orchard
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Kids are allowed—and even encouraged—to touch Reclining Liberty. Photo courtesy of the Museum of Contemporary Art in Arlington
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Get building tips from Master Model Builders in the LEGO Discovery Center Washington, DC's Workshop. Photo by Jennifer Marino Walters
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See sculptures made entirely out of candy at Candytopia. Photo by Jennifer Marino Walters
Candytopia Brings a Sweet Escape to the Washington, DC Area
Bring your family to this candy wonderland for a unique and sweet experience.
Come face-to-face with over 80 lifelike dinosaurs at Dinos Alive. Photo by the author
Dinos Alive: Immersive Experience Brings Dinosaurs Roaring Into Washington, DC
Travel back to the Jurassic era with the Dinos Alive: Immersive Experience.
April is the ideal month to see the Washington, DC cherry blossoms. Photo courtesy of the National Park Service
Top Attractions in DC: The Best Things to See and Do with Kids
Here are the best things to see and do with kids in our nation's capital.
Explore amazing interactive exhibits at the National Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum
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Climb the famous steps of the Lincoln Memorial for a gorgeous view of the reflecting pool and the Washington Monument. Photo by anjanettew via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Visiting Washington, DC's National Mall and Memorial Parks with Kids
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Day Trips & Getaways from DC
Sun's out, guns out in Ocean City. Photo courtesy of Ocean City MD Tourism
Best Family-Friendly Beaches Near DC
Here's where you can hit the shores for some summertime fun not too far from DC. READ MORE 
There are so many kid-friendly beaches in the Outer Banks. Photo by Patty King, via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
OBX with Kids: 25 Things To Do in the Outer Banks, NC
Have a fun and memorable family beach vacation in North Carolina's Outer Banks. READ MORE 
Leesylvania State Park has a larger beach and several smaller sandy areas that kids love to explore.
10 Parks with Beaches near DC for a Day Trip with Kids
Families living in the DC area are fortunate to have so many things to do at our fingertips—free... READ MORE 
Visit Joshua Tree National Park on one of the free admission days!
Visit National Parks in 2023 on Free National Park Entrance Days: Yellowstone, Zion, Acadia, and More
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Water parks are a fun way to beat the heat this summer. Photo courtesy of Splash City at Kings Dominion
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National Harbor has plenty of things for kids to do, including an Americana-themed carousel. Photo courtesy of the Capital Wheel
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