Washington, DC family events
Fresh plans around Washington, DC, from this weekend's highlights to events worth planning ahead for.
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America's State Flowers: An America250 Celebration Exhibit
In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, the U.S. Botanic Garden will bloom with the flowers each U.S. state and territory has chosen as their official flower.
Washington · 100 Maryland Ave. SW100 Maryland Ave. SW
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Millennial Speed-Dating (Monogamous)
Millennial Speed-Dating (Monogamous) takes place at Dacha Beer Garden - Navy Yard. Check the organizer page for final hours and entry details.
Washington · Dacha Beer Garden - Navy YardDacha Beer Garden - Navy Yard
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Take a Hike! @ Rock Creek Park
Take a Hike! @ Rock Creek Park takes place at Rock Creek Park Nature Center. Check the organizer page for final hours and entry details.
Washington · Rock Creek Park Nature CenterRock Creek Park Nature Center
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Jam in the Park! All skill levels - All instruments
Jam in the Park! All skill levels - All instruments takes place at Mitchell Park. Check the organizer page for final hours and entry details.
Washington · Mitchell ParkMitchell Park
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Black Food & Wine Festival '26
A local festival at The Great Lawn in Washington. The organizer has the latest hours, admission, and daily schedule.
Washington · The Great LawnThe Great Lawn
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DC Festival of Magic - The Great Kaplan: Family Show (1pm)
Calling magic lovers of all ages - join us at the 6th Annual DC Festival of Magic for our family magic show!
Washington · 1001 16th St. NW1001 16th St. NW
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DC State Fair
The DC State Fair is back. Showcasing the talents and uniqueness of DC, the fair has contests, a pet parade, exhibitions by local vendors, and more. Be sure to stop by workshops and exhibitions throughout the day.
Washington · Franklin ParkFranklin Park
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The District's Turkey Trot 5k & 10k
The District's Turkey Trot 5k & 10k Rock Creek Park, Washington, DC - Come enjoy a pre-Thanksgiving Turkey Trot with your friends… - November 22, 2026.
Washington · Rock Creek Park, Washington, DCRock Creek Park, Washington, DC
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New here? Start with Washington
If you are new to Washington, DC, start with the kind of day you want instead of a giant list: family-easy, adult/date, group-friendly, or weather-safe.
Family plans should be easy to enter, easy to leave, and clear about bathrooms, food, weather, and parking.
- Check age fit.
- Keep drives short.
- Pick food before the main stop.
Adult plans work best with one timed anchor and a nearby place for food or a walk.
- Check hours.
- Book if needed.
- Keep the route walkable.
Groups need one clear meet-up point and a plan that still works if people arrive late.
- Share the map.
- Pick one anchor.
- Have a backup nearby.
Weather-safe plans should stay close to the original area so the day does not fall apart.
- Check closures.
- Avoid long outdoor walks.
- Use official pages for changes.
What is coming up by place
Major venueRock Creek Park Nature CenterWashington · Rock Creek Park Nature Center
Local venueDacha Beer Garden - Navy YardWashington · Dacha Beer Garden - Navy Yard
Local venueMitchell ParkWashington · Mitchell Park
Local venueThe Great LawnWashington · The Great Lawn
Local venue1001 16th St. NWWashington · 1001 16th St. NW
Local venueFranklin ParkWashington · Franklin Park
