Tag Archives: Washington DC Family Activities
Eggcellent Celebrations this Easter
You don’t have to wait until Easter Sunday to get the celebration started. Many places around the area are hosting egg hunts, Easter bunny visits, and more spring fun early. At least one big festival has already begun and … Continue reading
The Weekend Round-Up: March 23-25
If you’re hoping to see the cherry blossoms, go today! Not only are they peaking right now, but this weekend’s forecast is looking pretty rainy. But we all know how quickly that can change around here, so keep this … Continue reading
DC in Bloom: The 2012 National Cherry Blossom Festival
I was going to save this post for later this week, but with the National Park Service’s recent announcement of new, earlier peak bloom dates, March 20-23, for DC’s famous cherry blossoms, I thought I would bump up my … Continue reading
The Weekend Round-Up: March 16-18
It may not be March 20, but for all intents and purposes, spring has sprung! So, I’ll just cut to the chase and urge you to get outside at some point; if the forecast holds out, we’re in for … Continue reading
Where to Play on the Weekdays: March 12-16
Monday - Visit the U.S. Botanic Garden, where there’s plenty to enjoy both indoors and out. The gorgeous orchid exhibit is currently on view. And the rest of the plant collections are always wonderful to tour, making you feel like you’ve been transported … Continue reading
Put a Little Spring in Your Step…with Some Entertainment in Your Spring
There’s a whole new crop of live entertainment sprouting up on local stages. Whether your kids are seasoned theatre goers or budding entertainment enthusiasts, there’s sure to be a performance (or several) that will have them blooming with applause. … Continue reading
The Weekend Round-Up: March 10-11
The options for recreation with the kiddos this weekend are varied and sundry, for sure. From a brand new math exhibit to art shows and programs to a St. Patty’s Day parade to a host of outdoor options, and … Continue reading
Math Comes Alive at the Smithsonian
Math has never been so sweet! As you can see, that’s what the promos claim about MathAlive!, a new exhibition opening at the Smithsonian’s S. Dillon Ripley Center this Saturday, March 10. And from the descriptions I’ve read and … Continue reading
Beauty and the Beast on Ice: Details and a Ticket Giveaway!
I’m always excited to find out about new, unique entertainment for families, even more so when I hear that local kids are part of the production. I’ve noticed — with my kids, anyway — that watching other children display their … Continue reading
Last Minute Ideas for the Day Off
If you’re looking for some things to do on the day off from school and work, here are a few ideas. Many of these are repeats from previous posts, just compiled in one place to let you know what’s … Continue reading
