Happy Friday, everyone! I hope you’re enjoying this wonderful Fall season with the kids. Check out this weekend’s fun things to do with kids in Washington, DC, Northern Virginia and Maryland.

Also check out 13 fun Halloween events and Fall festivals in the area.

Forensic Friday at Natural History Museum in Washington, DC. Photo from mnh.si.edu.

FREE: Forensic Friday at Natural History Museum – Washington, DC
Friday, October 15: 10:30 am – 12 pm and 1 pm – 2:30 pm

Study new and historic forensic cases with Smithsonian forensic anthropologists. Observe first-hand the basic methods used for documenting human remains recovered from archaeological investigations. Free admissions.

Natural History Museum is located at 10th St & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC (map it).

Open Gym at Romp n’ Roll – Germantown, MD
Friday, October 15: 2 pm – 7 pm

Hang out the entire afternoon with your kids at Romp n’ Roll’s open gym this Friday. Hours have been extended to include the entire afternoon. Admission fees: free for kids who are currently enrolled in a class, $7 per child or $10 for the entire family.

Romp n’ Roll is located at 12851 Wisteria Dr, Germantown, Maryland (map it).

Hubble Vision II at the David M. Brown Planetarium in Arlington, VA. Image from arlington.k12.va.us.

Hubble Vision II at The David M. Brown Planetarium – Arlington, VA
Friday, October 15 and Saturday, October 16: 7:30 pm
Sunday, October 17: 1:30 pm and 3 pm

Check out this planetarium program that chronicles the tremendous achievements in knowledge brought by the Hubble Space Telescope. Admission fees: $3 for adults, $2 for seniors (62+) and $2 for kids 12 and under. Doors open 15 minutes prior to show time and are closed and locked once the program begins.

The David M. Brown Planetarium is located at 1426 N. Quincy St, Arlington, Virginia (map it).

World Animal Day at National Geographic Live in Washington, DC. Image from NationalGeographic.com.

FREE: World Animal Day – Washington, DC
Saturday, October 16: 10 am to 3 pm

Celebrate, observe and learn about animal friends with National Geographic Kids! Check out more than 70 live geckos, experience the music of the animal kingdom, experience the new virtual playground Animal Jam and participate in family photography workshops led by National Geographic Explorer, inventor and Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Greg Marshall. Free admissions, but tickets are needed for family photography workshops (call 202-857-7154 with your name, child’s name and age and workshop time: 10 am, 12 pm or 2 pm) and gecko exhibition ($7 for adults, $6 for students and seniors 62+ and $4 for kids under 12).

National Geographic Live! is located at 1600 M St, NW, Washington, DC (map it).

FREE: Bowling Green Harvest Festival – Bowling Green, VA
Saturday, October 16: 9 am – 4 pm

Family-friendly festival with plenty of activities for kids. Petting zoo, clowns, face painting, pumpkin painting and more! Enjoy live entertainment by local talents. Don’t forget to check out the car show, antique tractor show, motorcycle show and antique alley.

The Town of Bowling Green is located approximately 20 miles south of Fredericksburg, VA (map it).

FREE: Fall Festival by Joshua’s Hands – Waterford, VA
Saturday, October 16: 10 am – 5 pm

Hay rides, a petting farm, three-legged races, puppets, carnival games, prizes, pony rides, spelling bees, kids’ crafts, tractor rides and more. This year, the festival will have a new teen challenge course. Enjoy live entertainment by various musicians at the festival. You may also choose to participate in live and silent auctions to raise awareness and funds for the work of Joshua’s Hands. Free admissions.

Fall Festival by Joshua’s Hands is held at 38327 Charles Town Pike, Waterford, Virginia (map it).

The Diggity Dudes. Photo from JamminJava.com

The Diggity Dudes at Jammin’ Java – Vienna, VA
Saturday, October 16: 10:30 am

See the Diggity Dudes sing about values, good citizenship and life lessons at Jammin’ Java. Dance to some fun and crazy songs with your kids, too! Recommended for kids ages 3 to 11. Admission fees: $8 per person and free for anyone under 1 year old. Get your tickets online.

Jammin’ Java is located at 227 Maple Ave E, Venna, Virginia (map it).

FREE: Coral Reef Family Festival at Natural History Museum – Washington, DC
Saturday, October 16: 11 am – 3 pm

Celebrate the opening of the exhibition The Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef at Natural History Museum in Washington, DC, with Coral Reef Family Festival this weekend. Learn about coral reefs, learn what you can do to preserve them, play a coral conservation game, participate in arts and crafts and more. Festival is located in the Sant Ocean Hall, on the first floor of the museum. Free admissions.

Natural History Museum is located at 10th St & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC (map it).

FREE: Festival at the Square at Reston Heights – Reston, VA
Saturday, October 16: 12 pm – 5 pm

Check out Festival at the Square at Reston Heights, located on the frontyard of Westin Reston. Heights. music and entertainment, face painting, interactive Lego exhibit, Z-car and roadster show, hay maze and more! Free admissions.

Westin Reston Heights is located at 11750 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, Virginia (map it).

Halloween Young Run, Rockville, MD

NASA Federal Halloween Young Run – Rockville, MD
Sunday, October 17: 8:30 am – 11 am

Just for kids 12 and under, NASA Federal Halloween Young Run is one of the largest kids runs in the US. It’s for kids to discover that running is fun! Kids are divided by age group. Online registration is now close, but you can still do a late registration on Saturday, October 16th, at NASA Federal Credit Union (1592-B Rockville Pike, Rockville, Maryland) from 10 am to 4 pm.

Park in the corner of Gude Dr and Rte 355 in Rockville, Maryland (map it). Download map of the event.

Does this weekend seem so short to you, or is it because we had a 3-day weekend last week? Anyway, happy weekend! Check out top 10 things to do with kids in Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia this weekend: June 4 – 6, 2010. 

FREE: Herndon Festival – Herndon, VA
Thursday, June 3: 6 pm – 10 pm
Friday, June 4: 5 pm – 11 pm
Saturday, June 5: 10 am – 11 pm
Sunday, June 6: 11 am – 6 pm

Check out live family-friendly entertainment, children's hands-on art activities, carnival rides, festival food and more fun activities to keep your kids entertained at Herndon Festival. Bike to the festival and get a valet service for free, or drive to either Worldgate Center or Herndon High School and take a free shuttle bus to the festival. Admissions are free, and carnival rides start at $1 per ticket or $15 per day on Thursday and Saturday for an all-day access to all rides.

Herndon Festival is held at downtown Herndon, Virginia. More on directions and see festival map.

Great Country Farms – Bluemont, VA
Open daily: 9 am – 6 pm

Play in a 5-acre farm play area, which includes four mazes, three 60-foot tube slides, 2,800-square-feet jumping pillow, rope swings and a tractor tire mountain. Other activities that your family can enjoy at the farms include 18-hole cow pie putt-putt course, farm animals, antique tractors and an imagination village. Admissions are $8 per person and free for kids ages 2 and younger.

Great Country Farms are located at 18780 Foggy Bottom Road  Bluemont, Virginia (map it).

Curious George, Let's Get Curious! at Port Discovery - Baltimore, MD
Friday, June 4: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday, June 5: 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, June 6: 12 pm – 5 pm

Curious George: Let's Get Curious! is a special exhibit at Port Discovery, a children's museum in Baltimore, Maryland. Have fun with this interactive adventure that are based on math, science and engineering. Admission fees are $12.95 per person and free for kids ages 2 and younger.

Port Discovery is located at 35 Market Place, Baltimore, Maryland (map it).

FREE: Planetarium at Rock Creek Park – Washington, DC
Saturday, June 5 – Sunday, June 6: 1 pm and 4 pm

Visit the only planetarium in the National Park System. There are two shows this weekend at the planetarium at Rock Creek Park. The 1 pm show (Spring Night Sky: When I Wish Upon a Star) is recommended for kids ages 5 and older, where they get to view the season's brightest stars, planets and constellations. The 4 pm show (Exploring the Universe) is recommended for kids ages 7 and older, where they get to explore the sun, moon, stars and planets. Admissions are free; get your tickets 30 minutes before the show starts.

The Nature Center/Planetarium at Rock Creek Park is located at 5200 Glover Road NW, Washington, DC (map it).

Things That Roll – Gaithersburg, MD
Saturday, June 5: 10 am – 12 pm

Your preschooler gets to take his or her scooter, Big Wheels, or anything else that can roll for a fun time at the Skate Park. Helmets are required! A limited supply of Big Wheels, scooters, helmets and safety gears are available, so it's best to bring your own equipment. Admissions are $3 per resident child, $5 per non-resident child and free for parents. No pre-registration is necessary, simply register at the gate. Call 301-258-6350, extension 168 for more information.

The Skate Park is located at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park, 506 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, Maryland (map it).

Hullabaloo Band - Vienna, VA
Saturday, June 5: 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Hullabaloo Band is an award-winning band that features farm-fresh, free-range, organic kid-folk music. Admissions are $8 per person and free for babies younger than 12 months old. Get your tickets online.

Hullabaloo Band's performance is held at Jammin' Java, located at 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, Virginia (map it). 

Imagination Bethesda – Bethesda, MD
Saturday, June 5: 11 am – 4 pm

The 17th annual Imagination Bethesda is a fun street festival geared towards kids ages 12 and under. Activities and entertainment include face painting, hands-on creative activities, balloonists and family-friendly performers. 

The festival is held on Woodmont Avenue between Bethesda Avenue and Elm Street in downtown Bethesda, Maryland. More on directions and parking.

FREE: Occoquan Craft Show – Occoquan, VA
Saturday, June 5: 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday, June 6: 10 am – 5 pm

Get your holiday shopping done early! The Occoquan Craft Show features local merchants, crafters, food vendors and live entertainment. Admissions are free. 

The craft show is located in the historic Town of Occoquan, Virginia. Shuttle bus is available at designated parking lots for $4 per person or free for kids under the age of 12. More on directions and parking.

Virginia Renaissance Faire: Pirate Invasion – Spotsylvania, VA
Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6: 10 am – 5 pm

Visit an English country village and meet nobles, merchants, artisans and the queen herself. Children's activities include arts and crafts, puppetry and interactive fairy tales. This weekend's theme is pirate invasion, where you get to meet pirates and privateers. Admissions are $8 per person and free for kids 5 and under.

Virginia Renaissance Festival is held at 5621 Courthouse Rd, Spotsylvania, Virginia (map it).

FREE: Love Your Body, Northern Virginia Yoga and Wellness Day – Reston, VA
Sunday, June 6: 10 am – 4 pm

Try a yoga class, learn about holistic wellness, sample drinks and snacks and get a massage. Kid yoga is scheduled from 12:20 pm to 12:40 pm and teen yoga is scheduled from 12:45 pm to 1:10 pm.

Northern Virginia Yoga and Wellness Day is held at Reston Town Center Pavilion, located at 11900 Market Street, Reston, Virginia (map it).

I'm glad that the storm and hail went away, because we're ready for a sunny weekend! Check out top 10 fun things to do with kids this weekend in Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia: May 15 – 16, 2010.

FREE: Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival at Reston Town Center – Reston, VA
Saturday, May 15 and 16: 10 am – 6 pm

Experience art and enjoy live entertainment at the 19th Annual Northern Virginia Fine Art Festival, a street festival that's fun for the entire family. There is a special Children's Art Tent where kids get to discover and create wonderful arts, from contributing to a community mural to learning the science behind paint.

Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival is held at Reston Town Center. The Children's Art Tent is at the intersection of St. Francis Street and Town Square Street in Reston, Virginia (map it).

Mini Golf at Fairfax County Parks – Fairfax County, VA

Take your kids out for some mini golf fun – no $400 putter needed! Here are several Fairfax County parks that offer miniature golf: Oak-Marr Mini Golf, Burke Lake Park Mini Golf, Lucky Duck Miniature Golf Course at Accotink Lake Park and Jefferson Falls Mini Golf at Jefferson District Park. 

Fees vary by location, but they are typically between $4 and $6 per person.

Oak-Marr is located at 3200 Jermantown Rd in Oakton, Virginia (map it)
Burke Lake Park is located at 7315 Ox Road in Fairfax Station, Virginia (map it)
Accotink Lake Park is located at 7500 Accotink Park Rd in Springfield, Virginia (map it)
Jefferson District Park is located at 7900 Lee Highway in Falls Church, Virginia (map it)

FREE: Gaithersburg Book Festival – Gaithersburg, MD
Saturday, May 15: 10 am – 6 pm

Meet and greet kids' favorite authors, enjoy a story time and participate in fun workshops and an art project for kids at Gaithersburg Book Festival in Gaithersburg this Saturday. Storytelling is scheduled for 12:30 pm, art project is between 10 am and 1 pm as well as between 2pm and 4:30 pm and workshops are scheduled throughout the day. Free admissions and free parking.

Gaithersburg Book Festival is held at Gaithersburg City Hall Grounds located at 31 S. Summit Ave in Gaithersburg, Maryland (map it).

The Red Balloon at Adventure Theatre - Glen Echo, MD
Saturday, May 15: 11 am, 1:30 pm and 4 pm
Sunday, May 16: 11 am and 1:30 pm

Based on the 1956 film and book Le Ballon Rouge by Albert Lamorisse, this play is about a young boy who discovers a stray balloon and then wonders through the streets of Paris with the balloon. Both parents and kids will be delighted with this classic story. Recommended for kids ages 4 and up. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for kids ages 12 and under. Get your tickets online.

The Red Balloon is held at the Adventure Theatre in historic Glen Echo Park, located at 7300 MacArthur Blvd in Glen Echo (map it).

FREE: Family Activities & Storytime at National Museum of American Indian - Washington, DC
Saturday, May 15: 1 pm – 3:30 pm

Learn about the culture of American Indians through hands-on activities, such as beading, weaving, twining or creating a paper star quilt pattern from 1 to 3 pm. Storytimes are at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm.

National Museum of American Indian is located at Independence Avenue Southwest & 4th St SW in Washington, DC (map it).

The Great Zucchini Magic Show – Vienna, VA
Saturday, May 15: 10:30 am

See the Great Zucchini, Washington's magical preschool and kidergarten entertainer, performs a fun magic show at Jammin' Java in Vienna, Virginia. Your kid even gets to learn a magic trick! Tickets are $8 for everyone 12 months and older. Get your tickets online.

Jammin' Java is located at 227 Maple Ave E in Vienna, Virginia (map it).

Curious George: Let's Get Curious! at Port Discovery – Baltimore, MD
Saturday, May 15: 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, May 16: 12 pm – 5 pm

Your kid will enjoy interactive math, science and engineering in his or her adventure with Curious George at Port Discovery. Tickets are $12.95 for adults, $12.95 for kids ages 2 to 12 and free for kids younger than 2. Get your tickets online.

Port Discovery is located at 35 Market Place in Baltimore, Maryland (map it).

FREE: Taste of Arlington – Arlington, VA
Sunday, May 16: 12 – 5 pm

Enjoy this lively street festival, where you and your family get to see live entertainment from local artists and fun kids' activities as well as sample delicious food from over 40 restaurants in Ballston area of Arlington, Virginia. Kids' activities include live entertainment and moon bounces. Free admissions, but tickets are required for food and drinks. Get your food tickets online.

Taste of Arlington is held on Wilson Blvd, in front of Ballston Common Mall in Arlington, Virginia (map it.

Open Gym Time at Jumping Jack Sports – Ashburn, VA
Saturday, May 15: 7 pm – 9 pm

Climb on cargo net, go through an inflatable obstacle course, traverse on a rock wall and other activities that will get your kids active through the whole time. Open gym time is for all ages, but kids 6 years and under must be supervised by parents. Fees are $10 for kids 2 years and older, $8 for siblings and $6 for kids ages 18 months to 2 years. Call 703-858-9901 for more information.

Jumping Jack Sports is located at 44710 Cape Court Suite 128 in Ashburn, Virginia (map it).

FREE: Kids Yoga on National Mall (DC Yoga Week) – Washington, DC
Saturday, May 15: 1 pm

Bring your yoga mat, snacks, drinks and your kid for a kids yoga session during DC Yoga Week by the Washington Monument. Free admissions.

Kids Yoga on National Mall takes at place at the northeast corner of the Washington Monument, near the intersection of 15th St. and Constitution Avenue in Washington, DC (map it).

Check out Spring Break camps in Loudoun County, Virginia, for your kids this month. Also see Spring Break camps in Fairfax County, Virginia, Montgomery County, Maryland and Washington, DC.

Art Camp at the Potter's Wheel, South Riding, VA
What? Your kids will work with their hands, molds and lots other tools, polymer clay, regular pottery clay, glass beads, fabric dye, printing ink and more. They'll learn artistic techniques and complete new projects everyday. For kids ages 6 to 12.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 11:30 am.

Where? The Potter's Wheel is located in the South Riding Market Square, 25050 Riding Plaza, Suite 145, South Riding, Virginia (map it).

How much? $150 for camp plus $15 supply fee. Register online or call 703-542-8956 for more information.

Art Camp by DMB Sports Camp, Sterling, VA
What? Complete fun art projects every day. Make sure your kids wear clothes suitable for messy arts! All art supplies are included in the camp rates. For kids ages 6 to 13. Maximum 30 kids.

DMB Sports Camp
What? Activities include soccer, flag football, lacrosse, volleyball, dodgeball, kickball, hiking, hitting golf balls at a driving range and arts and crafts. For kids ages 6 to 13. Maximum 50 kids.

When? March 29 – April 2, from 9 am to 4 pm. After care is available between 4 pm and 6 pm.

Where? DMB Sports Camp will be held at Algonkian Regional Park, Sterling, Virginia (map it).

How much? Full week is $220 for the camp and $35 additional for after care. Daily rate is $55 per day and $10 additional for after care. Register online or call for more information.

Gymnastics Camp at Loudoun Gymnastics Center, Leesburg, VA
What? Develop skills, strength, flexibility and self-esteem with gymnastics. For kids ages 5 and up.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 4 pm, 9 am to 12 pm, or 1 pm to 4 pm.

Where? Loudoun Gymnastics Center is located at 21586 Atlantic Boulevard, Building #130 in Sterling, Virginia (map it).

How much? Full day: $70 per day and $45 per half day for members; $80 per day and $50 per half day for non-members. $25 extra per day for extended care (AM or PM) or $40 for AM and PM extended care.

Ice Skating Camp at Ashburn Ice House, Ashburn, VA
What? Learn the fundamentals of ice skating in a safe environment. For kids ages 4.5 to 13. 

When? March 29 – April 2, with three sessions available for different ages. 10 am to 2:30 pm for kids ages 6 to 13 (Spring Fun Camp) and 11 am to 2 pm for kids ages 4.5 to 6 (Tiny Tot Camp).

Where? Ashburn Ice House is located at 21595 Smiths Switch Road in Ashburn, Virginia (map it).

How much? $175 for Spring Fun Camp and $140 for Tiny Tot Camp. Register online or call 703-858-0300 for more information.

Primitive Teachings by DMB Sports Camp, Sterling, VA
What? Take a nature walk, track animals and identify plants along the way. Make p
rimitive tools using unique stones and rocks, such as arrowheads, stone tool making, fast-friction fire building and sonic boom from a Bullwhip. Cook hot dogs and roast marshmallows over fast-friction fire outside. For kids ages 6 to 13. Maximum 30 kids.

When? April 16, from 9 am to 4 pm. After care is available between 4 pm and 6 pm.

Where? Primitive Teachings by DMB Sports Camp will be held at Algonkian Regional Park, Sterling, Virginia (map it).

How much? $70 per day and $10 additional for after care. Register online or call for more information.

Preschool Holiday Camp at Claude Moore Community Center, Sterling, VA
What? Fun games, crafts and stories. For kids ages 3 to 5.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 12:30 pm.

Where? Claude Moore Community Center is located at 46111 Loudoun Park Lane, Sterling, Virginia (map it).

How much? $90. Call 571-258-3500 for more information.

Riding Camp at Stonelea Farm, Aldie, VA
What? Learn safe horse care, how horses think and learn to ride horses. Other horse-related activities, including arts and crafts, will be included. Helmets and boots are provided. For kids ages 6 to 11.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 4 pm.

Where? Stonelea Farm is located at 39953 New Road in Aldie, Virginia (map it).

How much? $400. Register online.

Spring Break Camp by C3, Ashburn, VA
What? Campers will get to experience C3 gaming center and go on fun field trips, such as bouncing at a large moonbounce facility, ice skating at the Ashburn Ice House, indoor swimming and rock climbing at Claude Moore Recreation Center and playing laser tag games. Other activities include fun computer workshops, where your kids can learn to create clay animations, work with 3D software and make action-packed movies. For kids ages 6 and up.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 4 pm with before and after care available.

Where? C3 is located at 44710 Cape Court #118 in Ashburn, Virginia (map it).

How much? $225.99 for the full week or $49.99 daily. $5 per day for before care (7 am – 9 am), $10 per day for after care (4 pm – 6 pm) and $30 for the full week for both after and before care. Register online.

Spring Break Camp by Leesburg's Department of Parks and Recreation, Leesburg, VA
What? Activities include sports, arts and crafts, swimming games and outdoor activities. For kids ages 6 to 12.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 8 am to 5 pm.

Where? Camp is held at Ida Lee Park Recreation Center, located at 60 Ida Lee Drive Northwest in Leesburg, Virginia (map it).

How much? $180 for the week. This camp is now full, call 703-737-6052 for more information on their wait list.

Toy Science at Curiosity Zone, Ashburn, VA
What? Design and build your own toys: floam, spool racers, launchers, stress balls, yo-yo water balloons and more. For kids ages 4 to 10.

When? Two sessions are available on Monday, April 16, based on age, one is for kids ages 4 to 6 (9:30 am – 12 pm) and another is for kids ages 7 to 10 (1:30 – 4 pm).

Where? Curiosity Zone is located at 43135 Broadlands Center Plaza Suite 123 Ashburn, Virginia (map it).

How much? $40 per day for members and $45 per day for non-members. Morning child care from 8:30 am to 9:30 am is available for $6 per day. Register online or call 703-723-9949 for more information.

Young Rider Camp at Twin Oaks Academy, Leesburg, VA
What? Learn basic horse care skills, such as grooming, hoof cleaning, tack care, barn chores and maintaining the well being of horses. Learn how to ride from an experienced instructor with riders on the horse one at a time. For kids ages 5 to 10.

When? March 20 to April 2, from 9 am to 11 am.

Where? Twin Oaks Riding Academy is located at 22761 Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg, Virginia (map it).

How much? $199 for the full week. Download registration form or call for more information.

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If you're looking for fun activities for your kids during Spring Break, check out some ideas below for day camps in Fairfax County, Virginia. Also see spring break camps in Loudoun County, Virginia, Montgomery County, Maryland and Washington, DC.

Adventures on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park, Herndon, VA
What? Try out animal grooming, goat milking, gardening, hikes, games, crafts and cooking. For kids ages 5 to 12.

When? From March 29 to April 2. Two sessions are available: 8 am to 5 pm and 9 am to 3 pm.

Where? Frying Pan Farm Park is located at 2709 West Ox Road in Herndon, Virginia (map it).

How much? 8 am session: $260 for Fairfax County residents and $275 for non-residents. 9 am session: $200 for Fairfax County residents and $215 for non-residents. Register online.

Art Camp at Clay Cafe Chantilly, VA
What? Enjoy a fun-filled day of art. Projects include pottery, glass, mosaic, scrapbooking, clay, tie dye, origami and more. For kids ages 6 and up.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 11 am to 3 pm.

Where? Clay Cafe Chantilly is located at 13894 Metro Tech Drive in Chantilly, Virginia (map it).

How much? $55 per day. Register online. 

Artrageously Artsy and Puzzle Piazza at Math Tree, Reston, VA
What? Fun activities for kids that combine art with mathematical twist and a problem-solving picnic. For kids ages 6 to 11.

Awesome Adventures Camp at JW Tumbles of Herndon, VA
What? Hours of fun games, vivid stories, crafts and wild adventures! There is a different theme everyday. Snacks and water provided. For kids ages 3 to 7. Toddlers need to be potty trained.

When? March 29 to April 2, hours vary by day, either from 1 pm to 4 pm or from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Late pick up may be available based on demand. Camp daily schedule:
Monday, March 29: Awesome Adventures Camp (1 pm to 4 pm)
Tuesday, March 30: Princess and Superhero Training Camp (12:30 to 3:30 pm)
Wednesday, March 31: Creative Arts Camp (12:30 to 3:30 pm)
Thursday, April 1: Little Chef's Camp (12:30 to 3:30 pm)
Friday, April 2: Carnival Camp (1 pm to 4 pm)

Where? JW Tumbles of Herndon is located at 12950 Highland Crossing Drive in Herndon, Virginia (map it).

How much? Full week: $125 for members, $145 for non-members, 10% sibling discount. Daily rates: $30 for members, $35 for non-members, 10% sibling discount. Save 50% on spring break camps when you enroll your kids in two weeks of summer camp!

Baseball Camp by Virginia Baseball Club, Merrifield and Alexandria, VA
What? Experienced coaches lead instructions on hitting, pitching, fielding, base running and games. For kids ages 7 to 12. 

When? March 29 to April 2 and April 5 to 9, from 9 am to 2 pm with extended hours available, from 7 am to 6 pm.

Where? Three camp locations are available: Virginia Baseball Camp in Merrifield (indoors), Tuckahoe Park in Arlington and Simpson Stadium in Alexandria. More information on locations.

How much? $195 for core hours (9 am to 2 pm). With extended hours, fees are $220 (AM extended hours), $235 (PM extended hours) and $255 (AM and PM extended hours). Register online.

Dinosaur Day Camp at Cabell's Mill, Centreville, VA
What? Become a paleontologist for the day! Explore the world of dinosaurs with naturalists leading discovery of the latest in dinosaur knowledge and unearth a real dinosaur fossil. Other activities include crafts and games. For kids ages 5 to 8.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 12 pm.

Where? Cabell's Mill is located at 5235 Walney Road in Centreville, Virginia (map it).

How much? $130 for Fairfax County residents and $145 for non-residents. Register online.

Fairy Princess Ballet Camp at Conservatory Ballet, Reston, VA
What? Introduction to the greats of classical ballet. Emphasis will be on musicality, rhythm, improvisation and costumes to match each story. A healthy snack will be provided. For kids ages 3 to 4. Other ballet workshops are also available for older kids.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 12 pm.

Where? The Conservatory Ballet is located at 2254-L Hunters Woods Plaza Road in Reston, Virginia (map it).

How much? $210 for the full week. Register online or call 703-715-8366 for more information.

Fun Camp at Fairfax County Recreational Centers
What? Fun activities for kids, such as swimming, indoor/outdoor games and sports, movies and arts and crafts. For kids ages 6 to 12. an>

When? Session is from March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 4 pm daily.

Where? Camps are held at various recreational centers in Fairfax County: Providence Rec Center in Falls Church, South Run Rec Center in Springfield, Cub Run Rec Center in Chantilly, Lee District Rec Center in Franconia and Mount Vernon Rec Center in Alexandria.

How much? $199 for Fairfax County residents and $214 for non-residents. Extra fees may be required, such as for field trips. Register online.

Garden Safari Art Camp by Abrakadoodle, Alexandria, VA
What? Art lessons include artistic styles and techniques, focusing on elements in a garden. For kids ages 3.5 to 12. Toddlers must be potty-trained.

When? March 29 to April 2. Two sessions are available: from 9 am to 12 pm for kids ages 3.5 to 6 and from 9 am to 3 pm for kids ages 6 to 12.

Where? Nannie J. Lee Center is located at 1108 Jefferson Street in Alexandria, Virginia (map it).

How much? $185 for kids 3.5 to 6 and $285 for kids 6 to 12. Fees include supply/material cost. Call 703-538-4ART for more information. Register online.

Mini Soccer Camp at Fairfax County Recreational Centers
What? Young kids get to learn fundamentals of soccer. Activities include fun games, competitions and challenging skill building activities. For kids ages 4 to 5.

When? Session is from March 29 to April 2, for 1.5 hours daily. Camp starts at 10:15 am at Oak Marr and at 9 am and 2:30 pm at South Run.

Where? Camps are held at Oak Marr Rec Center in Oakton and South Run Rec Center in Springfield.

How much? $99 for Fairfax County residents and $114 for non-residents. Register online.

Robotics Camp Spring Break, Alexandria, VA
What? Use motorized modular robotics system to design, build and compete in teams using motorized forms of transportations. Other games, experiments, and demonstrations will focus on basic physics, transportation engineering and simple machines. For kids ages 6 to 14.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Where? Lee Center is located at 1108 Jefferson Street in Alexandria, Virginia (map it).

How much? $250, with extended care available for $50. Call 703-393-9725 for more information. Register online.

Skate Board Camp at Wakefield Skate Park, Annandale, VA
What? For beginner and intermediate skate board riders. Your kids will learn to ride, tac-turn, olly, kick flip, grind, stall, drop in, skate park etiquette and more. Bring your own skateboard, helmet, knee and elbow pads and wrist guards. For kids ages 6 to 13.

When? Session is from March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 2 pm.

Where? Wakefield Skate Park is located at 8100 Braddock Road in Annandale, Virginia (map it).

How much? $230 for Fairfax County residents and $245 for non-residents. Register online.

Spring Break Camp at At Play Cafe, Reston, VA
What? Fun play time at At Play Cafe in Reston. Activities include 45 minutes of open play, 45 minutes of a special activities, such as singalong, yoga or Sportacus, 15 minutes for snacks 30 minutes of circle time (storytime and craft) and 45 minutes of open play. For kids ages 2 and up. Camp is limited to 8 kids per day. 

When? Two sessions are available: March 29 to April 2 and April 5 to 9. Both sessions are from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. 

Where? At Play Cafe is located at 2254B Hunters Woods Plaza in Reston, Virginia (map it).

How much? $25 per day or $100 for the entire week. Siblings are $20 per day or $80 for the entire week. Call 703-391-6131 for more details.

Springtime Story Ballets at Ballet Petite, McLean, VA
What? Learn ballet with different themes based on favorite stories each day, such as Guess How Much I Love You, the Golden Egg and A Tale for Easter. Snacks, customized craft activities, costumes and props are included. For kids ages 3 to 4.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9:30 am to 12 pm.

Where? Ballet Petite is located at 6645 Old Dominion Drive in McLean, Virginia (map it).

How much? $225 for the full week or $50 per day. Download registration form or call 703-652-7775 for more information.

Techno Tots Spring Break Camp, Alexandria, VA
What? Become a scientist and learn about biology, environmental science, physics and electricity through interactive stories, crafts, simple science experiments, and active games. Your kids will build vehicles using robot systems and perform construction build challenges using Lego. For kids ages 3 to 5. If your kids are not potty trained, you need to be within 30 minutes. You'll also need to be present for playground time during the last 20 minutes of the session.

When? March 29 to April 2, from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm.

Where? Lee Center is located at 1108 Jefferson Street in Alexandria, Virginia (map it).

How much? $120 for camp plus $15 supply fee. Extended care is available for $50. Call 703-393-9725 for more information. Register online.

Wild n' Wacky Camp at Audrey Moore Recreational Center, Annandale, VA
What? Sports, crafts, board games, swimming and of course, wacky fun! For kids ages 6 to 12.

When? Session is from March 29 to April 2, from 9 am to 4 pm daily.

Where? Camp is held at Audrey Moore recreational center, located at 8100 Braddock Road in Annandale, Virginia (map it).

How much? $199 for Fairfax County residents and $214 for non-residents. Register online.

Find more spring break camps in Fairfax County:
Fairfax County Park Authority
City of Alexandria
Our Kids 
Washington Family