Like many babies born in 2020, our son was blessed with one of the silver linings of the coronavirus pandemic: a home with both parents around 24/7, for a time that extended beyond family leave. When my husband returned...
We drove to Hershey, Pennsylvania for a quick trip to visit Hershey’s Chocolate World and we had fun! A 2 1/2 hour drive from Washington, D.C., Hershey, Pennsylvania was just far away to be a fun trip and close enough...
We are grateful to Bright Horizons for sponsoring this Halloween Events and Happenings Guide which allows us to continue to bring resources like this to local DMV families. Bright Horizons® knows childhood is a treasured time and they believe it...
Although online shopping at big box shops usually gets the best of me, when it comes to eating out, I try to visit local alternatives to big chains. This means that I try to bypass places like Starbucks, Shake...
October brings an end to the summer heat and so much family fun that one guide simply does not suffice. This month's guide to family-friendly events includes outings sure to please every member of your family. Whether your crew...
Navigating through the twists and turns of a corn maze is a classic autumn adventure that promises fun for all ages. But the excitement doesn't stop when you find your way out; many corn mazes are just the beginning...
Ready to visit a National Park in the Washington, DC, Maryland, or Virginia area? There are many sites to choose from on the National Mall. You may have already visited the Washington Monument and Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials, but...
Fall DC events are here and FULL of fun! The temperature is dropping, leaves are changing, pumpkins and apples are ready to be picked, and it's Halloween season! Check out our full guide to fall events and happenings in the...
Summer is coming to an end. The school year is starting again and pumpkin spice is beginning to sneak its way back into almost everything, so Fall must be around the corner (Fall officially begins on September 23rd). This month,...
One of my family's favorite fall traditions is apple picking season. There are a plethora of beautiful apple orchards to choose from not far from the city. Do you have a favorite apple picking orchard in the DC area? We...
My family has been enjoying the sunshine with at least one adventure per week by visiting a new-to-us park or outdoor spot, and I encourage everyone to do so! One of the places we now love is Glen Echo...
Take tours in Washington, DC that offer a ton to see and do. Whether you are a local or a visitor, these are great spots to fully enjoy the Washington, DC area. Plan your visit to make the most of your...
The summer is going by so quickly, but never fear, there is still plenty of family-friendly summer fun to be had at a variety of August events. There are concerts, county fairs, movies, a Renaissance festival, and more. For...
Our annual guide to best sunflower farms, fields, and festivals in the DC area has arrived! What could be more glorious than some time spent picking — or even just seeing — sunflowers? Our region has plenty of sunflower-filled locations,...

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Northern Virginia Bucket List: 50 Must-Do Activities for Kids

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There are so many year-round and seasonal fun things to do in NoVA, we created a Northern Virginia bucket list: 50 must-dos activities for...