KidFriendly DC is a resource for parents who take advantage of all the city’s great offerings for children. From the tried and true to the new and cool, find out where to go and what to do with the kiddos in the nation’s capital.
Have a recommendation? Email kidfriendlydc@yahoo.com.
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I recently discovered this site, and it’s now one of my favorites. Great stuff. Thanks! I will be sure to do my part to forward any good kid events I see.
Can you recommend any kid-friendly (toddler) places to stay in walking distance to the museums/mall? Or resources to find apartments to rent for the weekend? thanks.
For hotels within walking distance to the Mall, try the JW Marriott, Hotel Monaco, and the L’Enfant Hotel. But keep in mind that the Metro, DC’s subway system, is excellent, offering quick and easy transportation around the city. Many other family-friendly hotels are close to Metro lines, so you can hop on and arrive at the Mall within minutes. With that in mind, you should also consider the Park Hyatt Washington, Omni Shoreham, and Grand Hyatt hotels.
For short-term apartment rentals, check VRBO.com and homeaway.com, and I’d recommend looking for places in Capitol Hill. It’s a charming neighborhood and just a 10-15 minute walk (or 5-minute Metro ride) to the Mall if you stay close in to the Capitol. Many of the row homes have English basements available for rent, both short and long term. There are also several family restaurants nearby and parks where kids can play.
Hope that helps. Have a great trip!
Try Roomorama.com. We’re currently renting an apartment on DuPont Circle (it takes us about 10 minutes with public transportation to get to all the sights, which is not much at all!) for a week. Hotels here run about $500/night, and we’re renting for $150/night – and we have a couple rooms, kitchen, laundry access – very nice with a child! There are tons of DC properties listed on the website.
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So im uber pumped becuase UniverSoul Circus is coming to town!! They are arriving May 5-22 @ Capital Plaza Mall in Landover Hills, MD. I take my nephews just about every year and we LOVE it! I recommend all to go.
What took me so long to find you?! This is hands-down the best resource for kid’s activities in the DC area. Thank you!
looking for performances that children can watch that incorporate American Sign Language
The Puppet Co. offers ASL interpreted shows, as well as Adventure Theatre. Both are located in Glen Echo Park. On Sunday, Feb. 5 at 1 p.m., “Peter and the Wolf” will be ASL interpreted at the Puppet Co.
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Sorry to post this in the “about” section, but I couldn’t find a place to email you. This event will be great for families, and is free!
THE 6TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
Sunday, May 6th
12pm – 4pm
The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
Come travel the world in a day! The 6th Annual International Children’s Festival is an interactive, educational event where local and diplomatic families come together and communicate across language and distance barriers. Open and free to the public, attendees will experience global cultures through interactive Embassy booths from every continent, international music and dance performances, and a children’s parade showcasing traditional dress. They will be able to sample different traditional foods and play games and learn to make crafts from different countries. The festival is fun for the whole family. For more information on the festival – presented by Meridian International Center, THIS for Diplomats and CTDC – please visit meridian.org/icf.
Contact: Lisa Markuson lmarkuson@meridian.org 202.939.5876
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