Category: Lansdowne, Virginia
Top 10 Things to Do with Kids in Washington, DC, Metro This Weekend: April 15 – 17, 2011
- by Mia
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Image from Ringling.com.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: Barnum 200 – Fairfax, VA
Friday, April 15: 10:30 am and 7:30 pm
Saturday, April 16: 11:30 am, 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm
Sunday, April 17: 1 pm and 5 pm
See elephants, tigers, clowns, flying trapeze troupe, acrobatics and more at Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus performance at the Patriot Center in Fairfax this weekend. Tickets range from $12.60 to $125.95 per person, depending on seating area. Get your tickets online.
The Patriot Center is located at 4400 University Dr, Fairfax, Virginia (map it).
Bunny the Chimp’s 21st Birthday at the Maryland Zoo – Baltimore, MD
Friday, April 14: 11 am – 1 pm
Celebrate Bunny the Chimp’s 21st birthday at the Chimp Forest in the Maryland Zoo. Bunny and her pals will indulge in special primate-friendly treats! Sign her birthday banner and learn more about chimps. Admission fees: $14 for adults, $10 for kids, $12 for seniors and free for kids under 2.
The Maryland Zoo is located in Druid Hill Park in Baltimore, Maryland (map it).
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Top 10 Things to Do with Kids This Weekend: June 25 – 27, 2010
- by Mia
It doesn't look like we'll be getting a break from the heat in the next few days. So for this weekend's top 10 fun things to do with kids, I've included a few indoor activities so you and your family can stay cool. If you go to some of the street festivals that are going on this weekend, remember to pack your hat and sunblock!
FREE: Friday Night Live! Herndon Rocks - Herndon, VA
Friday, June 24: 6:30 pm
Enjoy live performance by Kristen and The Noise this Friday night in Historic Downtown Herndon, Virginia. Don't forget your blanket or lawn chairs, but leave your pet at home. Get there early since seating is first-come, first-served. Food and beverage vendors are available on site. Free admissions.
Friday Night Live! concert is held at the Town Green, located behind the new Municipal Building at 777 Lynn St, Herndon, Virginia (map it).
FREE: Sounds of Summer - Lansdowne, VA
Friday, June 24: 7 pm – 10 pm
Go see rock band JunkFood at Lansdowne Resort in Virginia this Friday night. Bring a blanket for lawn seating (first-come, first-served). You can also purchase picnic basket snacks, special drinks, grilled foods, fresh salads and Loudoun County wines at the concert. Free admissions.
Sounds of Summer concert is held at Lansdowne Resort, located at 44050 Woodridge Parkway, Lansdowne, Virginia (map it).
FREE: Smithsonian Folklife Festival - Washington, DC
Festival is held daily from Thursday, June 24, to Monday, July 5. Hours this weekend:
Friday, June 25 – Sunday, June 27: 11 am – 5:30 pm with evening concerts from 5:30 pm to 8 pm.
Learn about cultural traditions from around the world at Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington, DC. Enjoy live entertainment, check out arts, view cooking demonstrations and try traditional food from around the world. This weekend's special activities for kids include pinball painting, Japanese doll-making, kids' games from Mexico, Burmese ball sport of Chinlone, Thai calligraphy and tortilla making. See the complete schedule of events. Free admissions.
Smithsonian Folklife Festival is held at the National Mall in Washington, DC. Parking is limited, so it is best to take the Metro to Smithsonian station (Mall exit). Download festival map.
How I Became a Pirate at Imagination Stage – Bethesda, MD
Friday, June 24: 10:30 am
Saturday, June 25: 1:30 pm, 4 pm and 7 pm
Sunday, June 26: 1:30 pm and 4 pm
Arr! Join the journey of Jeremy Jacob as he becomes a pirate in this spirited musical adventure. Recommended for kids ages 3 and up. Tickets range from $9.25 to $27, depending on seating area. Get your tickets online.
Imagination Stage is located at 4908 Auburn Ave, Bethesda, Maryland (map it).
Occoquan River Festival – Occoquan, VA
Saturday, June 26: 12 pm – 7 pm
View craft demonstrations, check out sidewalk sales, enjoy live music and say hello to costumed historical reenactors at Occoquan River Festival. There is also a petting zoo and pony rides for the kids. The festival also includes Taste of Occoquan with nine participating local restaurants.
Occoquan River Festival is held at the historic Town of Occoquan in Virginia (map it).
FREE: Grand Re-Opening Open House of the Story Tellers – Occoquan, VA
Saturday, June 26: 11 am – 5 pm
Join the Story Tellers for the grand re-opening open house of their boutique bokstore before you check out the Occoquan River Festival. Open house starts at 11 am and activities include a scavenger hunt, hourly prize giveaways and face painting. Refreshments are also available. Call 703-494-1994 for more information.
The Story Tellers is located at 304 Mill St, Occoquan, Virginia (map it).
Farmer Jason at Jammin' Java - Vienna, VA
Saturday, June 26: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Dance and sing along to country rock music by Farmer Jason at Jammin' Java in Vienna. Farmer Jason won Parents Choice Gold Award for Rockin' in the Forest with Farmer Jason and an Emmy for It's a Farmer Jason PBS video interstitial program. Tickets are $8 for those who are 12 months and older. Get your tickets online.
Jammin' Java is located at 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, Virginia (map it).
Bob the Builder at Port Discovery Children's Museum - Baltimore, MD
Friday, June 25 and Saturday, June 26: 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, June 27: 12 pm – 5 pm
Join the Bob the Builder and the rest of the Can-Do Crew at Port Discovery Children's Museum. Your kids can experiment with tools in Bob's building workshop, install new parts in Bob the Builder's mobile home, learn about water conservation and participate in other fun activities. Tickets are $12.95 for those 2 years and older, and free for kids under 2. Get your tickets online.
Port Discovery Children's Museum is located at 35 Market Place, Baltimore, Maryland (map it).
Glow-in-the-Dark Bowling at Strike Bethesda – Bethesda, MD
Friday, June 25 and Saturday, June 26: 11 am – 2 am
Sunday, June 27: 11 am – 11 pm
(No admittance for anyone under 21 years old after 9 pm)
Hit the lanes with your kids this weekend at Strike Bethesda. It's not just any bowling alley; your kids will have fun with the bright color bowling balls, glow-in-the-dark lanes, fun music, big screen video walls and yummy food. Recommended for kids ages 4 and up.
Strike Bethesda is located at 5353 Westbard Ave, Bethesda, Maryland (map it).
Sunday Fun Skate at Skate-N-Fun Zone – Manassas, VA
Sunday, June 27: 12 pm – 4 pm
Stay active and have fun with your kids at Skate-N-Fun Zone. From 12 to pm on Sunday, they have Sunday Fun Skate for families. Admissions are $6.50 per person and skate rentals are $4.25. You can also get the Fun Pak, which includes 4 admissions, 4 skate rentals and 20 game tokens for $37.99.
Skate-N-Fun Zone is located at 7878 Sudley Rd, Manassas, Virginia (map it).
Easter Egg Hunts & Celebrations in Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia
- by Mia
Updated April 7, 2011: Check out 2011 Easter egg hunts and eggstravaganza!
My daughter has been hopping a lot more these days, probably because we’ve been talking about the Easter bunny! We unfortunately did not win a lottery for the White House Easter Egg Roll, but grandma and grandpa came to the rescue with another Easter Egg Hunt event for her.
Here are some things you can do with your kids to celebrate Easter in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.
Bunnyland at Butler’s Orchard, Germantown, MD
March 27 – April 3, April 5, 10 and 11, 9 am – 3 pm
Besides Easter Egg Hunt, enjoy a hayride down the bunny trail, try your skill at rubber ducky derby, ride the pedal tractor, swoosh down giant slides, get your face painted, do crafts and visit bunnies, lambs and chicks. Pony ride is available for a small extra fee. Food vendors will be offering hot dogs, veggie pitas, soup, popcorn, cookies and more. $8 for kids and $6 for adults. Call 301-972-3299 for more information.
The Butler’s Orchard is located at 22222 Davis Mill Road in Germantown, Maryland (map it).
Bunny Business for Tiny Tots at the Puppet Company, Glen Echo, MD
Wednesday, March 24 and Saturday, March 27, 10 am – 10:30 am
Celebrate spring with bunnies, birds, flowers, a frog and a turtle. This puppet show is designed for kids up to 4 years old. Lights stay on, doors stay open and the show only lasts for 30 minutes. $5 per person, including babies. Get your tickets online or call 301-634-5380 for more information.
The Puppet Company is located at 7300 MacArthur Boulevard in Glen Echo, Maryland (map it).
FREE – Easter Bunny at Cox Farms, Centreville, VA
Saturday, April 3, 10 am – 2 pm
Come see the Easter Bunny at Cox Farms in Centreville, Virginia. Have fun with bunny games and egg coloring. Say hello to spring farm animals, including goats, chickens and bunnies. This event is held at the Centreville Market (corner of Braddock Road and Pleasant Valley Road), not at the Fall Festival grounds.
Cox Farms is located at in Centreville, Virginia (map it).
Easter Egg Hunt at Ida Lee Park, Leesburg, VA
Saturday, March 27, 12 pm – 4 pm
Easter Egg Hunt includes candy filled eggs, prizes, entertainment and more. Rain or shine. In addition to Easter Egg Hunt, there will be unlimited rides on a jumbo slide, rock climbing wall, obstacle courses and face painting. Food vendors will be on site, but you are also welcome to bring lunches and have a picnic at the park. $10 for kids in advance or $12 for kids at the gate. Free for parents and kids over the age of 7 who are not participating in Easter Egg Hunt. Register online or call 703-777-1368 for more information.
Ida Lee Park is located at 60 Ida Lee Dr NW in Leesburg, Virginia (map it). Parking is available in the front fields located off Rt. 15/North King Street.
Easter Egg Hunt at Meadowland Park, Rockville, MD
Friday, April 2, 10 am – 2:30 pm
Hunt for eggs through the meadows, then dye and decorate the eggs that you find. $7 for kids ages 2 to 12. Register online or call 301-924-4141 for more information.
Meadowland Park is located at 5100 Meadowside Lane, Rock Creek Regional Park, Rockville, Maryland (map it).
Easter Egg Hunt at the Reston Zoo, Reston, VA
Saturday, April 3 and Sunday, April 4, 11:15 am, 1:15 pm and 3:15 pm
Find the golden egg and win an Easter basket prize! Free face painting, pictures with Easter Bunny and friends (chicks, lambs and bunnies). Bring your own Easter egg basket. There are three Egg Hunts available: 11:15 am, 1:15 pm and 3:15 pm. Limited one egg hunt per person per day. Free with general admissions: $12 for adults, $11 for seniors (65+), $9 for kids ages 2 to 12 and free for kids under 2 years old. Call 703-757-6222 for more information.
The Reston Zoo is located at 1228 Hunter Mill Road in Vienna, Virginia (map it).
Easter Egg Hunt at Turtle Park, Washington, DC
Monday, April 5, 3:30 pm
Have fun hunting for Easter eggs at Turtle Park in Washington, DC.
Turtle Park is located at 45th & Van Ness, NW, Washington DC (map it).
Easter Egg Hunt & Live Petting Zoo at Vinifera Wine Bar & Bistro, Reston, VA
Sunday, April 4, 11 am – 3 pm
Enjoy a bountiful Easter brunch for the whole family. Entertainment for kids include a visit from the Easter Bunny, an Easter Egg Hunt and a live petting zoo, including bunnies and chicks, courtesy of Leesburg Animal Park. $40 for adults and $18 for kids under 12. Call 703-234-3550 for reservations.
Vinifera Wine Bar & Bistro is located at the Westin at Reston Heights, 11750 Sunrise Valley Drive in Reston, Virginia (map it).
Easter Egg Roll at the White House
Monday, April 5, 7:45 am – 5:45 pm
Besides Easter Egg Roll, enjoy other activities and entertainment that include live music, sports courts, cooking stations and storytelling. It’s too late now to enter the lottery, so remember to enter next year’s online lottery. More details.
Easter Lunch at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse in Tyson’s Corner
Sunday, April 4, 12 – 5 pm
Family-friendly Easter celebration includes free face painting, balloon sculptures and ice cream for kids. Lunch is from 12 to 3 pm and dinner is from 4 to 9 pm. Kids entertainment is from 1 to 5 pm. Call 954-712-0580 to make your reservation.
Chima Brazilian Steakhouse is located at 8010 Towers Crescent Drive in Vienna, Virginia (map it).
Easter Messy Art at At Play Cafe, Reston, VA
Friday, April 2, 4:30 pm and Saturday, April 3, 11 am
Get messy with fun Easter art at At Play Cafe in Reston, Virginia. Grab some coffee and snacks in the cafe while your kids are having a fun time at the supervised play area right next to the cafe. Admissions: $8 for kids, $6 for siblings, free for babies under 8 months old.
At Play Cafe is located at 2254B Hunters Woods Plaza in Reston, Virginia (map it).
FREE – Easter Monday: Celebrating the African American Family at the National Zoo
Monday, April 5, 10 am – 4 pm
A Washington DC multicultural tradition for many years, Easter Monday features a variety of special family activities and entertainment at the National Zoo in Washington, DC. There will be special opportunities to learn more about the animals at the zoo and an array of delicious food. Free admissions. Rain or shine.
The National Zoo is located at 3001 Connecticut Avenue NW in Washington, DC (map it and more details on parking/Metro)
FREE – Eggstravaganza at the Story Tellers, Occoquan, VA
Saturday, April 3, at 12 pm
Enjoy a special story time, participate in an Egg Hunt, a spring craft and other spring games at the Story Tellers in Occoquan, Virginia. Free for kids ages 8 and under.
Other Easter celebrations at the Story Tellers include Easter Egg Decorating on Monday, March 29, at 10:30 am and Egg Hunt and Spring Craft on Friday, April 2, at 10:30 am. Both events are free for kids ages 6 and under. Call 703-494-1994 for more information.
The Story Tellers is located at 308-D Poplar Alley in Occoquan, Virginia (map it).
Eggstraordinary Easter Brunch at Lansdowne Resort, Lansdowne, VA
Sunday, April 4, 11 am – 3 pm
Enjoy a wonderful Easter brunch with your family at Lansdowne Resort in Lansdowne, Virginia. Kids’ activities include Easter egg hunts, balloon artists and arts and crafts. $65 for adults, $15 for kids 6 to 12 and free for kids under 6. Call 703-729-8400 for reservations.
Lansdowne Resort is located at 44050 Woodridge Parkway in Lansdowne, Virginia (map it).
Eggstravaganza at the Tudor Place, Georgetown, Washington, DC
Saturday, April 3, 10 am – 12 pm
A popular Egg Hunt in Washington, DC, and a thrilling Egg Roll Contest. After the games, decorate festive eggs and build a spring basket. Easter Bunny is available for pictures all morning. Enjoy a self-guided tour of Tudor Place’s 5.5 acres of glorious gardens. The Egg Hunt starts at 10:30 am and the Egg Roll follows at 10:45 am. Bring your own Easter Egg basket, spoon and one hard-boiled egg per child. $10 for kids, $7 for kids who are members and $3 for adults. Register online or call 202-965-0400 for more information.
The Tudor Place is located at 1644 31st Street, NW, in Washington, DC (map it).
PS: We’re giving away an Easter dress or an Easter suit! See more details about this fun giveaway. Last day to enter for a chance to win is Wednesday, March 17.