14 upcoming family events
Tippi Toes: Ballet Tap Jazz Combo
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 at 17:40
Hill Center DC
A 45-minute dance class for children aged 3–6 at Hill Center DC, featuring Ballet, Tap and Jazz in a high-energy session. Kids learn basic positions and terminology while moving, singing, and imagining in a fun, healthy environment.
Storytime
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 at 10:30
National Building Museum
Storytime at the National Building Museum is a free, family-friendly session featuring read-alouds, songs, and activities that promote early language and literacy skills for young children and their families in a welcoming museum setting.
Just Drop In!
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 at 10:00
National Building Museum
Drop-in craft session at National Building Museum where kids become architects and designers through hands-on activities. A fun, educational program led by museum educators that sparks imagination as young creators build mini-models and explore spaces.
Play Date at NMNH: Nature Explorations
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 at 10:30
National Museum of American History
Join a hands-on morning of nature discovery at the National Museum of Natural History. Families explore interactive exhibits in the Qrius science education center's Ground Floor, uncovering local wildlife and ecosystems through guided activities.
Tippi Toes: Baby Ballet
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 at 09:30
Hill Center DC
An engaging baby ballet class for ages 2.5–3.5 at Hill Center DC, guiding toddlers through music, movement, and early ballet steps. The session emphasizes balance, rhythm, and positive social play in a friendly, parent-free setting designed to foster confidence on the dance floor.
Easter Monday ›
Mon, 6 Apr 2026 at 10:00
Smithsonian National Zoo
Experience Easter Monday at the Smithsonian National Zoo with family-friendly outdoor fun. Explore seasonal activities and animal encounters amid springtime exhibits at this iconic D.C. venue.
Family Workshop: Celebrations - Shakespearean Style
Sat, 4 Apr 2026 at 11:30
Folger Shakespeare Library
Join a family-friendly workshop at the Folger Shakespeare Library as you explore festive Shakespearean celebrations through crafts, short readings, and playful activities. This interactive session invites families with children to discover how plays mark feasts, rites, and mirth in Elizabethan times, guided by theater educators in a cozy library setting.
Baby Elephant Member Viewing ›
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 at 10:00
Smithsonian National Zoo
Exclusive member viewing at Smithsonian National Zoo offers a close-up look at a baby elephant. Learn about infant behavior, care, and conservation in a family-friendly outdoor setting at one of America's premier zoos.
Scooby-Doo Mini-Camp & Play in a Day
Mon, 6 Apr 2026 at 10:00
DC Theater
Family-friendly, full-day workshop at DC Theater where kids explore acting, improv and storytelling in a Scooby-Doo-themed mini-camp, culminating in a short performance. A playful, creative day for young theater fans.
Soar Together Family Activities: Plants Take Flight
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 at 10:00
National Air and Space Museum
Join the National Air and Space Museum for Soar Together Family Activities: Plants Take Flight, a live online family event with at-home activities that explore how seeds, bees, and helicopters connect plants, nature, and air and space.
Day of Play at RFK
Thu, 16 Apr 2026
12:00 am Day of Play at RFK RFK
Join a family-friendly Day of Play at RFK Stadium for a lively afternoon of outdoor games and activities for kids and their caregivers. District Fray curates a welcoming, community vibe with simple, interactive play set against RFK’s expansive grounds.
Birds in Flight ›
Tue, 26 May 2026 at 10:00
Smithsonian National Zoo
Join a family-friendly, educational program at the Smithsonian National Zoo as birds in flight take center stage. Watch live demonstrations, learn about flight adaptations, and discover conservation stories in the zoo's aviaries.
Spy Camp Week 1
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 at 09:00
International Spy Museum
Join Spy Camp Week 1 at the International Spy Museum for a kid-friendly, hands-on espionage program. Young agents tackle age-appropriate challenges, explore interactive exhibits, and get a behind-the-scenes look at spy history in a famous DC museum.
Spy Camp Week 2
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 at 09:00
International Spy Museum
Spy Camp Week 2 at the International Spy Museum offers a hands-on, family-friendly day where kids tackle spy-themed missions, puzzles, and historical challenges inside a renowned museum.