# This weekend near Woodbridge

> Events near Woodbridge, VA, closest first each day, from now through 2026-10-25. Races and other plan-ahead events are left out.

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## Friday, October 16 (Today)

### [Magical Places and Creatures: Donnalynne Lefever at Workhouse](https://wknd.app/r/v9mxck/magical-places-and-creatures-donnalynne-lefever-at-workhouse)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 23 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Arches Gallery, 9506 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.6973797, -77.2553916)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, painting, fantasy
- About: Solo exhibition of mythical creatures and magical places by Donnalynne Lefever at the Arches Gallery in the Workhouse. Layered paintings inspired by mythology and dreams, with an artist reception on October 10.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/magical-places-and-creatures-art-exhibit-by-donnalynne-lefever-tickets-1998932246158
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (3.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [TRANSFORMATIONS: Lloyd Wolf's Lorton Reformatory Photos, Workhouse](https://wknd.app/r/x99ckn/transformations-lloyd-wolfs-lorton-reformatory-photos)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 22 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.697639, -77.2554229)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, photography, history, documentary
- About: Documentary photographs by Lloyd Wolf record a pioneering drug rehabilitation program inside the Lorton Reformatory from 1989 to 1991. Shown where the events took place, the images trace recovery and resilience among incarcerated men. On view in the McGuireWoods Gallery with an artist reception on October 3.
- Source: https://www.workhousearts.org/transformations-at-lorton
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (3.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Carnival of Curiosities at Del Ray Artisans](https://wknd.app/r/e2z29m/carnival-of-curiosities-at-del-ray-artisans)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 (38.8296633, -77.0595968)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibit, halloween, gallery-opening
- About: Carnival and circus themed group exhibition at Del Ray Artisans, from fun foods and games to haunted oddities. Opens with a reception on October 2 and closes with a masquerade party and People's Choice award on October 30. Free, donations appreciated.
- Source: https://delrayartisans.org/event/carnival-of-curiosities/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Allison Russell at 9:30 Club](https://wknd.app/r/3q3fbk/allison-russell-at-9-30-club)

- When: 2026-10-16 22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 815 V St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8950982, -77.0363849)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, folk, americana
- About: Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Allison Russell headlines a late show at 9:30 Club, touring her forthcoming third album after Outside Child and The Returner. Folk and Americana with her Rainbow Coalition ensemble; Autumn Nicholas opens. $1 per ticket supports the ACLU. Doors 10 PM.
- Source: https://www.930.com/e/allison-russell/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Saved By The 90's Dance Party at State Theatre](https://wknd.app/r/ff9vv5/saved-by-the-90s-dance-party-at-state-theatre)

- When: 2026-10-16 21:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 220 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046 (38.8829153, -77.1696986)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $18.00
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, dance-party, 90s, pop
- About: Saved By The 90's returns to the State Theatre with the Bayside Tigers for a full-throttle 90s dance party, playing the decade's biggest hits live. Tickets from about $18. 9 PM.
- Source: http://thestatetheatre.com/events/e1774.xml
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Assembly 2026: Dusk in the Dawnland at MoCA Arlington](https://wknd.app/r/c5spcn/assembly-2026-dusk-in-the-dawnland-at-moca-arlington)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 100 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington, 3550 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201 (38.8816879, -77.1020899)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, contemporary, biennial
- About: Five artists with deep ties to Maine's Penobscot Bay coast work across sculpture, textiles, video, and photography. The show traces environmental change and creative resourcefulness along the rugged shoreline. Part of MoCA Arlington's Assembly 2026 biennial.
- Source: https://mocaarlington.org/exhibits/2026/assembly-2026-dusk-in-the-dawnland/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Assembly 2026: New South, Ground Truth at MoCA Arlington](https://wknd.app/r/t6dx9b/assembly-2026-new-south-ground-truth-at-moca-arlington)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 100 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington, 3550 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201 (38.8816879, -77.1020899)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, contemporary, biennial
- About: Four Atlanta-based artists (Sheila Pree Bright, Michi Meko, Paul Stephen Benjamin, Shanequa Gay) examine the Southern landscape as a site of memory, power, and unresolved history. Part of MoCA Arlington's Assembly 2026 biennial marking the nation's 250th anniversary.
- Source: https://mocaarlington.org/exhibits/2026/assembly-2026-new-south-ground-truth/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [(Not) Strictly Painting 15 at McLean Project for the Arts](https://wknd.app/r/3wkx6w/not-strictly-painting-15-at-mclean-project-for-the-arts)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 22 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101 (38.9405627, -77.1837221)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, painting, contemporary
- About: The 15th iteration of MPA's juried biennial celebrating painting and works related to painting, featuring dozens of mid-Atlantic artists across media. On view in the Emerson and Atrium Galleries at the McLean Community Center, with a Tea and Talk on October 21.
- Source: https://www.mpaart.org/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [DC Fintech Week 2026](https://wknd.app/r/ye9bz6/dc-fintech-week-2026)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: World Bank, 1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433 (38.8988373, -77.0425667)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: business
- Topics: crypto, blockchain, fintech, stablecoins, tokenization, defi, digital-identity, policy
- About: Four-day fintech and policy conference. Opens Oct 13 with full-day programming at the World Bank in DC, moves to Amazon HQ2 in Arlington on Oct 14, then runs salon-style sessions at the Milken Institute and FINRA headquarters in DC on Oct 15 and 16. The 2026 program covers stablecoins and programmable finance, real-world asset tokenization, smart contracts, digital identity, and crypto market structure. Free with registration; 2,300+ in-person attendees expected.
- Source: https://registration.crowdcomms.com/dcfw2026
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Crypto and blockchain meetups in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/7utfjy/crypto-and-blockchain-meetups-in-the-dmv)

### [Soul Strolls: Becoming America](https://wknd.app/r/e7wv4t/soul-strolls-becoming-america)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8819, -77.0007)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $40.00
- Category: theater
- Topics: fall, halloween, cemetery, history, guided-tour, lantern-lit, theater
- About: Congressional Cemetery's annual lantern-lit twilight tours return with the 2026 theme Becoming America, marking the nation's 250th anniversary. Costumed interpreters bring the cemetery's residents to life in immersive performances as you walk the grounds after dark. Food truck, live music and drinks on the grounds; costumes encouraged. Rain or shine; times vary by tour date.
- Source: https://congressionalcemetery.org/soul-strolls/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Routed West: Twentieth-Century African American Quilts in California](https://wknd.app/r/bzacwv/routed-west-twentieth-century-african-american-quilts-in)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 93 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20005 (38.9000261, -77.0292709)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, quilts, textiles, african-american-history
- About: The East Coast debut of a touring exhibition of twentieth-century African American quilts made in California, tracing how migration west shaped a distinct quilting tradition. An NMWA presentation that opened September 18 and runs into the new year.
- Source: https://nmwa.org/campaign/routed-west-twentieth-century-african-american-quilts-in-california/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Out of Bounds](https://wknd.app/r/bened2/out-of-bounds)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 76 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: The Kreeger Museum, 2401 Foxhall Road NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9218554, -77.0887526)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, contemporary, local-artists, foxhall
- About: Seven Hamiltonian Artists alumni show painting, photography, sculpture, video, and installation at the Kreeger Museum, alongside boundary-pushing works from the museum's permanent collection by Sam Gilliam, Frank Stella, Simmie Knox, and William Christenberry. Curated by Anisa Olufemi and presented under The Collaborative, the Kreeger's program supporting Washington-area artists.
- Source: https://www.kreegermuseum.org/exhibitions/event/Out-of-Bounds-2026-10-15
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Boo at the Zoo](https://wknd.app/r/mzn8t9/boo-at-the-zoo)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Smithsonian National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.929791, -77.049891)
- Ages: 0 to 99
- Price: $35.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, animals
- About: Evening Halloween trick-or-treating and after-hours animal viewing at the National Zoo. Costumes welcome; tickets typically around $35.
- Source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/events/boo-zoo
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DC Wine Fest Fall Edition](https://wknd.app/r/vufzv2/dc-wine-fest-fall-edition)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Dock 5 at Union Market, 1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90861, -76.997405)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $61.00
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, tasting, union-market
- About: Multi-session wine tasting at Dock 5 at Union Market with wineries pouring samples; early admission available. 21 and over. Session times not listed on the organizer site.
- Source: https://www.dcwinefest.com/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

45 min or farther:

### [One Hunters Woods: Community Tai Chi](https://wknd.app/r/rjzsbb/one-hunters-woods-community-tai-chi)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 76 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 2310 Colts Neck Rd, Reston, VA (38.93699, -77.36368)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: class
- Topics: tai-chi, fitness, free, outdoor, community, wellness
- About: Free community-led morning Tai Chi at Hunters Woods Plaza, a daily drop-in session open to all.
- Source: https://restoncommunitycenter.com/organizer/reston-community-center/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (21 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Janet Echelman: Radical Softness at Tephra ICA](https://wknd.app/r/2rvewy/janet-echelman-radical-softness-at-tephra-ica)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 107 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art, 12001 Market St #103, Reston, VA 20190 (38.9587, -77.3562)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, sculpture, contemporary
- About: Mid-career retrospective of sculptor Janet Echelman spanning four decades, from early drawings and maquettes to full-scale net sculptures. The show presents softness as both material and philosophy, with works shaped by wind, light, and engineered fiber. Free admission.
- Source: https://www.tephraica.org/exhibitions/janet-echelman-radical-softness
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Washington Glass School: 25 Years of Glass & Community](https://wknd.app/r/9xcbj5/washington-glass-school-25-years-of-glass-community)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Brentwood Arts Exchange, 3901 Rhode Island Avenue, Brentwood, MD 20722 (38.9393089, -76.9545008)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibition, glass, brentwood, gateway-arts-district, anniversary
- About: Anniversary exhibition celebrating 25 years of the Washington Glass School: founders, resident artists, instructors and alumni showing sculpture, installation, public art and architectural glass. On view at the Brentwood Arts Exchange in the Gateway Arts District through October 31.
- Source: http://washingtonglassschool.com/celebrating-25-years-of-glass-community
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (26.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Wayson R. Jones: Color/Slash/Field](https://wknd.app/r/mjgjd4/wayson-r-jones-color-slash-field)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Brentwood Arts Exchange, 3901 Rhode Island Avenue, Brentwood, MD 20722 (38.9393089, -76.9545008)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibition, painting, brentwood, gateway-arts-district
- About: Solo exhibition by Wayson R. Jones of paintings built from pumice gel and Flashe on wood panel. Color-driven abstract work by the DC-area artist, on view at the Brentwood Arts Exchange in the Gateway Arts District through October 31.
- Source: https://hemphillartworks.com/artists/wayson-r-jones/news
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (26.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Women Artists of the DMV: The Thank You Show at BlackRock](https://wknd.app/r/8yvh8n/women-artists-of-the-dmv-the-thank-you-show-at-blackrock)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: BlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD 20874 (39.1816392, -77.2671854)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibition, women-artists, germantown
- About: Final stop of the first survey of women visual artists from the DC metro region, curated by Florencio Lennox Campello. A greatest-hits selection of more than 20 artists closes a year-long run that spanned 20 art spaces. On view at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown through October 18.
- Source: https://www.blackrockcenter.org/visual-arts
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (37.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Four Seasons in the Piedmont at Artists in Middleburg](https://wknd.app/r/ugsftd/four-seasons-in-the-piedmont-at-artists-in-middleburg)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 23 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: The Artists in Middleburg, 102 W Washington St, Middleburg, VA 20117 (38.9685301, -77.7369811)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, painting, regional
- About: Juried group exhibition at The Artists in Middleburg gallery celebrating the seasons of Virginia's Piedmont region. Opening reception on October 3.
- Source: https://www.theartistsinmiddleburg.org/exhibition-schedule-2026
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (34.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Middleburg Film Festival](https://wknd.app/r/wwhct5/middleburg-film-festival)

- When: 2026-10-16 all day (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Middleburg, VA (38.9690189, -77.7355056)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: film
- Topics: film, indoor
- About: Award-season film festival in Middleburg, October 15–18, 2026. Screenings are ticketed; the festival page did not list a dollar price.
- Source: https://www.middleburgfilm.org/the-festival
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (34.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

## Saturday, October 17 (Tomorrow)

### [Potomac Library Renaissance Faire](https://wknd.app/r/uq45he/potomac-library-renaissance-faire)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 2201 Opitz Boulevard, Woodbridge, VA 22191 (38.63271, -77.28064)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: renaissance, faire, family
- About: All-day family Renaissance Faire at Potomac Library.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/16789874
- Distance: about 5 min drive from the town center (1.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Potomac Music Fall Fest at Workhouse Arts Center](https://wknd.app/r/6zp9mj/potomac-music-fall-fest-at-workhouse-arts-center)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.697639, -77.2554229)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: art, festival, music, crafts, family
- About: Family festival on the Workhouse campus with live music, food trucks, local small business and craft vendors, a pumpkin patch, hayrides, glassblowing demos, and field games. Free admission, raising funds for the Lorton Community Action Center.
- Source: https://www.potomacmusic.com/event/2026-potomac-music-fall-fest-at-workhouse-arts-center
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (3.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [The Haunt: Dark Encounters at Workhouse Arts Center](https://wknd.app/r/wu95s2/the-haunt-dark-encounters-at-workhouse-arts-center)

- When: 2026-10-17 19:00-22:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.69748, -77.25538)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $39.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, evening, outdoor
- About: The Workhouse Haunt's 13th-year trail Dark Encounters winds through dark woods on the old Lorton Prison grounds with professional scare actors. Built for adults, ages 13-plus; a sensory-friendly session runs Oct 17, 6 to 7.
- Source: https://www.alxnow.com/events/the-haunt-dark-encounters-haunted-trail-scariest-haunted-trail-in-northern-29116/
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (3.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Family Gym Time (Saturday) at Lorton Community Center](https://wknd.app/r/773j95/family-gym-time-saturday-at-lorton-community-center)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Lorton Community Center, 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA (38.6981514, -77.2141602)
- Ages: 1 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Saturday morning open gym play for families with toddlers; registered center members only.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/sites/neighborhood-community-services/files/Assets/documents/calendars/lorton-community-center-calendar.pdf
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (4.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Mason District Art Festival, Annandale](https://wknd.app/r/g5whje/mason-district-art-festival-annandale)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7200 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003 (38.8321893, -77.193038)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: art, festival, family, performance
- About: Second annual community art festival in downtown Annandale with more than 50 local and regional artists, hands-on artmaking booths, and a performance stage with music, dance, comedy, and theater. Free, rain or shine.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mason-district-art-festival-tickets-2002679196387
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (13.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Harvest Party Weekend at Paradise Springs](https://wknd.app/r/g8cr48/harvest-party-weekend-at-paradise-springs)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-19:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 13219 Yates Ford Rd, Clifton, VA 20124 (38.76568, -77.40507)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: harvest, wine, fall
- About: Paradise Springs Winery celebrates harvest season October 16 to 18, 11am to 7pm daily, with special tastings, harvest tours, lawn games, and artisan food trucks. Kids are welcome on the lawn.
- Source: https://paradisespringswinery.com/virginia-events/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (11.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Mount Vernon Vintage, Antique & Artisan Market – October 17](https://wknd.app/r/r942za/mount-vernon-vintage-antique-artisan-market-october-17)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Mt. Vernon Masonic Lodge #219, 8717 Fort Hunt Rd, Alexandria, VA 22308 (38.72079, -77.06059)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: vintage-markets, antiques, artisan-market, collectibles, alexandria
- About: Third-Saturday community market hosted by Mt. Vernon Lodge #219, inside and outside the lodge. Up to 45 vendors: antiques, vintage, collectibles, coins, stamps, glassware, clothes, and handmade goods. A Sotheby's-trained appraiser offers $15 verbal appraisals. Free browsing; proceeds fund college scholarships.
- Source: https://alexandrialivingmagazine.com/events/mount-vernon-vintage-antique-artisan-market-0/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (12.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/dy3u8k/nova-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Factory of Fear: Outbreak at ARTfactory](https://wknd.app/r/zs4k3t/factory-of-fear-outbreak-at-artfactory)

- When: 2026-10-17 19:00-22:30 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: ARTfactory, 9419 Battle Street, Manassas, VA 20110 (38.7505, -77.47211)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $25.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, evening, indoor
- About: ARTfactory's fifth annual haunt turns four floors of the historic Manassas building into Outbreak, a walk-through of infection and quarantine with live actors. Proceeds support arts programming; not for kids under 14.
- Source: https://visitmanassas.org/event/factory-of-fear-outbreak-oct-15/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (13.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Charles Houston Kiddie Cabaret (ages 1–5)](https://wknd.app/r/9j94qk/charles-houston-kiddie-cabaret-ages-1-5)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314 (38.8127166, -77.0483816)
- Ages: 1 to 5
- Price: $6.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: dance
- About: Dress-up dance party for ages 1–5 with kiddie tunes, lunch, and activities; child must attend with a parent/guardian. $6.
- Source: https://www.alexandriava.gov/rpca/rpca-community-activities
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [PFF Walk](https://wknd.app/r/hq4np8/pff-walk)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 137 National Plaza, National Harbor, MD 20745 (38.78559, -77.01637)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: civic
- Topics: charity, walk, waterfront, community, fundraiser
- About: The PFF Walk at National Harbor raises funds and awareness for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation along Spirit Park and the Harbor Trail.
- Source: https://www.nationalharbor.com/events/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Hansel & Gretel - Encore Stage & Studio](https://wknd.app/r/a3fm7k/hansel-gretel-encore-stage-studio)

- When: 2026-10-17 15:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204 (38.86971, -77.09677)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $13.00
- Category: theater
- Topics: family-theater, kids-performers, musical, fall, live
- About: Encore Stage & Studio opens its 2026/27 season with Hansel & Gretel, a magical family adventure performed by young actors at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre.
- Source: https://www.encorestage.org/full-2025/full-2026/2027-season
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (18 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Family Storytime (Tysons-Pimmit)](https://wknd.app/r/bz3tts/family-storytime-tysons-pimmit)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043 (38.9069, -77.20643)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, weekly, family
- About: Weekly Saturday family storytime for children birth to 5.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17147587
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [MindMoments: Brain Health for Kids](https://wknd.app/r/8cmje3/mindmoments-brain-health-for-kids)

- When: 2026-10-17 13:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043 (38.9069, -77.20643)
- Ages: 5 to 12
- Category: class
- Topics: health, brain, wellness
- About: Kids brain-health and wellness workshop at Tysons-Pimmit Library.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17490149
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [NMAAHC Kids Book Day](https://wknd.app/r/tph8qy/nmaahc-kids-book-day)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1400 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8911, -77.03274)
- Ages: 4 to 8
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: books, storytime, museum, reading, free
- About: Free NMAAHC Kids Book Day celebrating the children's book 123 I Like You and Me with activities, games, and hands-on explorations for ages 4 to 8.
- Source: https://nmaahc.si.edu
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Global Conversations: Korean Culture and the Power of Cultural Diplomacy](https://wknd.app/r/ghukc6/global-conversations-korean-culture-and-the-power-of)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Meyer Auditorium (38.88796, -77.02645)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: korean-culture, cultural-diplomacy, conversation
- About: Fireside conversation on Korean culture and cultural diplomacy with former US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns and Ambassador of Korea to the US Kang Kyung-wha, moderated by NMAA director Chase Robinson. In person in the Meyer Auditorium and online. Free with registration.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/global-conversations-korean-culture-and-the-power-of-cultural-diplomacy-tickets-2000657006964?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [Open Studio: Art Is Better Together at the Hirshhorn](https://wknd.app/r/a269rc/open-studio-art-is-better-together-at-the-hirshhorn)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 700 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC (38.88744, -77.02208)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art-making, music, family-program
- About: Free October Saturday art-making sessions inspired by artists such as Aliza Nisenbaum, Picasso, and Joan Mitchell, with live music from Inspired Child.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Gunboat Philadelphia: Save the Revolution! VR Experience](https://wknd.app/r/wayhpf/gunboat-philadelphia-save-the-revolution-vr-experience)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 75 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC (38.89196, -77.03009)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: $10.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: virtual-reality, revolutionary-war, history
- About: Virtual reality experience stepping back to 1776 to discover how Patriots worked together to thwart a British invasion.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Meet the Wheelwoman](https://wknd.app/r/bjvc66/meet-the-wheelwoman)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:30-15:00 (America/New_York), and 75 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC (38.89196, -77.03009)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: living-history, bicycles, womens-history
- About: Free costumed demonstration meeting an 1890s cyclist to learn how the safety bicycle brought women greater mobility and independence.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Teen Studio: Partner Up!](https://wknd.app/r/psr7m2/teen-studio-partner-up)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:30-16:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 700 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.88744, -77.02208)
- Ages: 13 to 19
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: teens, art-making, portraiture, free
- About: Free drop-in art-making for teens ages 13-19 painting portraits in pairs inspired by Aliza Nisenbaum.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Residents: Eskimo Live at 9:30 Club](https://wknd.app/r/3xbwtt/the-residents-eskimo-live-at-9-30-club)

- When: 2026-10-17 22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 815 V St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8950982, -77.0363849)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, experimental
- About: Avant-garde art rock collective The Residents perform their Eskimo Live show, a staging of their 1979 concept album, as a late-night 9:30 Club set. Expect costumes, surreal visuals, and the group's trademark anonymous theatricality. Doors 10 PM.
- Source: https://www.930.com/e/the-residents-eskimo-live
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Urgent: Foreigner Tribute at State Theatre](https://wknd.app/r/j2jftw/urgent-foreigner-tribute-at-state-theatre)

- When: 2026-10-17 20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: State Theatre, 220 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046 (38.8829153, -77.1696986)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $17.00
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, tribute
- About: Urgent recreates the arena-rock anthems of Foreigner, from Cold as Ice to I Want to Know What Love Is, at the State Theatre. Tickets from about $17. 8 PM.
- Source: http://thestatetheatre.com/events/e2471.xml
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Falls Church Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ygc4qd/falls-church-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-12:00, 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: City Hall parking lot, 300 Park Avenue, Falls Church, VA (38.88565, -77.17259)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, falls-church, chef-series, family-friendly
- About: Award-winning year-round Saturday farmers market in the City Hall parking lot in Falls Church, with 50+ vendors plus a monthly Chef Series; no ZIP listed on the event page.
- Source: https://www.fallschurchva.gov/547/Farmers-Market
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Vienna Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/5wytk4/vienna-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 120 Cherry St SE, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.90082, -77.26033)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, live-music, family-friendly, community-fundraiser, outdoor
- About: Producer-only Saturday farmers market with weekly live musicians and free dog-sitting at the manager's tent; market fees fund Optimist Club kids' programs in Vienna and Oakton.
- Source: https://www.optimistclubofgreatervienna.org/farmers-market
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Vienna Coin & Stamp Show](https://wknd.app/r/y9n2ve/vienna-coin-stamp-show)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St SE, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.90082, -77.26033)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: sale
- Topics: coins, currency, stamps, tokens, numismatics, kids-program
- About: Free admission coin and stamp show at the Vienna Community Center, with coins and currency, stamps, tokens, and collectibles. Young numismatists program Saturday 11 AM to noon, door prizes, snack bar. Contact Lorne Lavertu, 703-559-1111.
- Source: https://www.CoinShows-USA.com/Vienna-Quarterly-Coin-Stamp-Show
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [The Palm's 100th Anniversary Wine Dinner - Tysons](https://wknd.app/r/rc2svz/the-palms-100th-anniversary-wine-dinner-tysons)

- When: 2026-10-17 18:00-21:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: The Palm - Tysons, 1750 Tysons Boulevard, Tysons, VA 22102 (38.923964, -77.222823)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $192.60
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, wine-dinner, italian-wine, napa
- About: Five-course anniversary dinner at The Palm pairing Italian and Napa wines (Marchese Antinori, Stag's Leap) with signature dishes. $192.60 including tax and gratuity.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-palms-100th-anniversary-wine-dinner-tysons-tickets-1997196766291
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (19.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Shipgarten Oktoberfest Renaissance Festival](https://wknd.app/r/5ebjgw/shipgarten-oktoberfest-renaissance-festival)

- When: 2026-10-17 13:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Shipgarten, 7581 Colshire Dr, McLean, VA 22102 (38.9227231, -77.2075752)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: beer, oktoberfest, renaissance
- About: Oktoberfest with a Renaissance theme at Shipgarten's beer garden: German beers, food, live entertainment, and themed activities. Free entry.
- Source: https://shipgarten.com/event/oktoberfest-renaissance-festival-at-shipgarten/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (19.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Moonshot Studio](https://wknd.app/r/92p9yt/moonshot-studio)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-16:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 2700 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20566 (38.89592, -77.05572)
- Ages: 5 to 120
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art-making, drop-in, family, free
- About: Weekend hands-on art-making at the REACH celebrating creativity and the artist in everyone.
- Source: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/free/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Shatterproof Walk DC](https://wknd.app/r/ug9uyj/shatterproof-walk-dc)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 760 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.87923, -77.02392)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: civic
- Topics: charity, walk, waterfront, community, addiction-awareness
- About: Join the Shatterproof Walk to End Addiction at The Wharf to raise awareness and support for people and families impacted by addiction.
- Source: https://www.wharfdc.com/upcoming-events/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Halloween-Themed Cupcakes at Georgetown Cupcake](https://wknd.app/r/kz2da2/halloween-themed-cupcakes-at-georgetown-cupcake)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-21:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: 3301 M St NW, Washington, DC (38.90525, -77.06619)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: food
- Topics: cupcakes, halloween, treats, spooky-season
- About: Georgetown Cupcake is serving Halloween-themed cupcakes daily through October 31 for spooky season.
- Source: https://www.georgetowndc.com/events/calendar/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Olive Harvest Festival](https://wknd.app/r/wd957f/olive-harvest-festival)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Jerusalem Fund (38.89873, -77.05259)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: meetup
- Topics: palestinian-culture, festival, music, food
- About: Day of Palestinian music, exhibits, performances, and children's activities at The Jerusalem Fund, 2425 Virginia Avenue NW: a choir singing traditional Palestinian folk songs, children's storytime, a souq market, a dabke performance, poetry, an exhibit on the festival the Fund has hosted since 1977, and traditional olive harvest activities. Free.
- Source: https://allevents.in/washington/olive-harvest-festival/100002002176198908
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [The Addams Family (McLean Community Players)](https://wknd.app/r/tahe42/the-addams-family-mclean-community-players)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-22:15 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean, VA (38.94053, -77.18373)
- Ages: 8 to 99
- Price: $18.00
- Category: theater
- Topics: musical, comedy, family-theater, halloween-season
- About: A laugh-out-loud musical comedy about Wednesday Addams falling for a perfectly normal young man.
- Source: https://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/regional/The-Addams-Family--4401814
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Half Street Central Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/vdqkjb/half-street-central-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1015 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.878, -77.00781)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, produce, local, family-friendly, dog-friendly
- About: A weekly Saturday farmers market near Nationals Park with 30-plus local produce and food vendors, running May through December.
- Source: http://www.capitolriverfront.org/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Carlotta Corpron: Light Is a Plastic Medium](https://wknd.app/r/z7ju7h/carlotta-corpron-light-is-a-plastic-medium)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:30 (America/New_York), and 105 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Independence Ave SW and 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8882, -77.023)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, photography, abstract, modernism, national-mall
- About: A long-overdue survey of American abstract photographer Carlotta Corpron (1901-1988), whose experiments with light, form, and photographic technology helped establish photography as fine art. The show traces six bodies of work made in Texas from the late 1930s to the early 1950s, from nature studies to light drawings, anchored by 48 recent gifts from collector Herbert Lust.
- Source: https://www.si.edu/exhibitions/carlotta-corpron-light-plastic-medium:event-exhib-6798
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [The Sky Tonight: Live Planetarium Show](https://wknd.app/r/ezdhny/the-sky-tonight-live-planetarium-show)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-10:30, 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, 650 Jefferson Drive SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.88834, -77.02021)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: class
- Topics: planetarium, astronomy, night-sky, family-friendly, free
- About: Free 25-minute live guided planetarium tour of the current night sky, generally on the first and third Saturdays of each month; timed-entry passes required.
- Source: https://airandspace.si.edu/whats-on/events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Story Time at the National Museum of the American Indian](https://wknd.app/r/ev3ucy/story-time-at-the-national-museum-of-the-american-indian)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:15-12:15 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4th St & Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC (38.88757, -77.01754)
- Ages: 3 to 9
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: story-time, native-culture, craft
- About: Free interactive story time with a children's book by a Native author or illustrator, plus hands-on objects and a craft for ages 3-9.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Look, Learn, Create: Water's Edge for Families](https://wknd.app/r/swjys4/look-learn-create-waters-edge-for-families)

- When: 2026-10-17 13:15-14:15 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4th St & Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC (38.88757, -77.01754)
- Ages: 4 to 10
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art-tour, art-making, native-culture
- About: Free family-friendly tour of the Water's Edge exhibition with guided discussion and a take-home water-inspired art activity for ages 4-10.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Sculpture Garden Tours](https://wknd.app/r/7pdayt/sculpture-garden-tours)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-15:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Sculpture Garden, 7th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20565 (38.89232, -77.02192)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: sculpture, guided-tours
- About: Guided tours of the National Gallery Sculpture Garden.
- Source: https://www.nga.gov/calendar/sculpture-garden-tours
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Watson Adventures' Wizard School Scavenger Hunt](https://wknd.app/r/qj7sde/watson-adventures-wizard-school-scavenger-hunt)

- When: 2026-10-17 14:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: National Gallery of Art, 6th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20565 (38.89124, -77.01663)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: scavenger-hunt, wizard, art
- About: Wizard-school themed scavenger hunt at the National Gallery of Art.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/watson-adventures-wizard-school-scavenger-hunt/20086451/2026-10-17T14
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Family Day: BFF, Ben Franklin Forever](https://wknd.app/r/vsfmer/family-day-bff-ben-franklin-forever)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-15:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 101 Independence Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20540 (38.88681, -77.00473)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: library, history, ben-franklin, america-250, crafts, free
- About: Free Library of Congress Family Day honoring Ben Franklin as part of the America 250 commemoration, with hands-on activities and a visit from Franklin himself.
- Source: https://www.loc.gov
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Art Walk](https://wknd.app/r/r7zb3t/art-walk)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 800 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.89832, -77.0231)
- Ages: 0 to 120
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: sketching, art-tour, family, free
- About: Themed Saturday sketching tour of portraits with educator-led artmaking in the Education Center afterward.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Art Studio](https://wknd.app/r/2bphdt/art-studio)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:30-13:30, 13:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 21 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 800 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.89832, -77.0231)
- Ages: 0 to 120
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art-making, drop-in, family, free
- About: Free weekend drop-in art program exploring a different artistic medium inspired by the Portrait Gallery's collections.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Explore! with the National Portrait Gallery](https://wknd.app/r/hpuwsu/explore-with-the-national-portrait-gallery)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:30-18:00 (America/New_York), and 75 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 8th Street NW & G Street NW, Washington, DC (38.89846, -77.02293)
- Ages: 1 to 8
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: hands-on, play, portraiture, museum, free
- About: Hands-on family discovery space for ages 18 months to 8 with portrait-themed play activities like tracing silhouettes and building faces; all children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Source: https://npg.si.edu/learn/families
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Spotlight Talks at the Phillips Collection](https://wknd.app/r/we9mxb/spotlight-talks-at-the-phillips-collection)

- When: 2026-10-17 13:00-13:45 (America/New_York), and 41 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1600 21st St NW, Washington, DC (38.9115, -77.04689)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: gallery-talk, art
- About: Free 15-minute Spotlight Talks by a Phillips educator on a work from the permanent collection or a special exhibition; no reservations required.
- Source: https://www.phillipscollection.org/events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Tot Yoga & Play at Breathing Space Studio (Saturday)](https://wknd.app/r/5mk3ee/tot-yoga-play-at-breathing-space-studio-saturday)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Breathing Space Studio, 641 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88467, -76.99708)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor, little-kids, workshop
- About: Saturday morning yoga and play for crawlers up to 24 months with a caregiver at the Breathing Space studio on Capitol Hill. October dates from the Breathing Space calendar; registration required.
- Source: https://families.breathingspacedc.com/dmn4239/calendar.aspx
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Tippi Toes: Baby Ballet at Hill Center](https://wknd.app/r/uhnqx2/tippi-toes-baby-ballet-at-hill-center)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:30-10:00 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88307, -76.99326)
- Ages: 2 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: dance, indoor, little-kids
- About: Saturday baby ballet for ages 2.5 to 3.5 years at Hill Center on Capitol Hill. A gentle first ballet class, 30 minutes with a caregiver nearby.
- Source: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/series/tippi-toes-baby-ballet-2/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [The Big Build: Build-a-Reader with the Book Bike](https://wknd.app/r/37744u/the-big-build-build-a-reader-with-the-book-bike)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 401 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8977549, -77.0175512)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: building, stem, big-build
- About: Library outreach at the National Building Museum's Big Build festival.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Big Build](https://wknd.app/r/e7wezy/the-big-build)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 401 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8977549, -77.0175512)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: building, stem, architecture
- About: Featured building festival at the National Building Museum.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/the-big-build/20075193/2026-10-17T10
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Tippi Toes: Toddler & Me at Hill Center](https://wknd.app/r/2japzu/tippi-toes-toddler-me-at-hill-center)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:10-10:50 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88307, -76.99326)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: dance, indoor, little-kids
- About: A caregiver-and-me dance class for children ages 18 months to 3 years at Hill Center on Capitol Hill. Short 40-minute sessions built for first dancers.
- Source: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/partner/tippi-toes/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Music in the Circle: Fall 2026 Concert Series](https://wknd.app/r/t55bty/music-in-the-circle-fall-2026-concert-series)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Dupont Circle, Washington, DC (38.9112, -77.04435)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: outdoor, live-music
- About: Outdoor fall concert series in Dupont Circle park.
- Source: https://dupontcirclebid.org/do/music-in-the-circle-fall-2026-concert-series
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Flea Market at Eastern Market](https://wknd.app/r/rkeq3y/flea-market-at-eastern-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 31 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Eastern Market, 7th St SE & C St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88642, -76.99647)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: flea-markets, vintage, antiques, capitol-hill
- About: Over 40 years on Capitol Hill: the Flea Market at Eastern Market runs every Saturday and Sunday year-round, 9am-4pm. Antiques, vintage, locally-made arts and crafts, and ethically imported goods. Free admission.
- Source: http://www.easternmarket.net/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [FRESHFARM Mount Vernon Triangle Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ufz6j7/freshfarm-mount-vernon-triangle-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 499 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.90145, -77.01876)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday morning neighborhood market next to Milian Park with produce, orchard fruit, grass-fed meats, baked goods, coffee, and prepared foods.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/mount-vernon-triangle
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Day at the J](https://wknd.app/r/gm5uy3/day-at-the-j)

- When: 2026-10-17 15:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Edlavitch DCJCC, 1529 Sixteenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20036 (38.91089, -77.03595)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: family-day, open-house, family-program
- About: Open family afternoon at the J with activities for all ages.
- Source: https://www.edcjcc.org/calendar/day-at-the-j-oct1826/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Story Time at Solid State Books](https://wknd.app/r/jqancu/story-time-at-solid-state-books)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Solid State Books, 600 H Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90034, -76.9968)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, bookstore, toddlers, weekly
- About: Weekly in-store story time at Solid State Books; Thursdays for babies and toddlers, Saturdays for ages 0-5, Sundays for ages 4 and up.
- Source: https://www.solidstatebooksdc.com/events?view=calendar
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM THEARC Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/x4p5hd/freshfarm-thearc-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1901 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.84356, -76.97532)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday farm stand at THEARC offering fresh local produce from Mid-Atlantic farmers, also a Market Share pickup site.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/thearc
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (20.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Anacostia Community Museum Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/ga32sb/freshfarm-anacostia-community-museum-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1901 Fort Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.85652, -76.97653)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday farm stand at the Anacostia Community Museum bringing fresh local produce to Ward 8 in partnership with the Smithsonian.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/anacostia-community-museum
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM ACM Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/ynfmw8/freshfarm-acm-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1901 Fort Pl SE, Washington, DC (38.85652, -76.97653)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, farmers-market, local-produce
- About: Free-to-attend Saturday farm stand on the Anacostia Community Museum's outdoor plaza with local produce sold direct to consumers.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events-anacostia
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Carillon Recital](https://wknd.app/r/ajbdrm/carillon-recital)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:30-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 3101 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016 (38.93059, -77.07083)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: concert
- Topics: carillon, bells
- About: Free Saturday carillon recital on the Cathedral grounds.
- Source: https://cathedral.org/calendar/carillon-recital-72/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Little Critters: Nature Play at the National Zoo](https://wknd.app/r/9fs3b6/little-critters-nature-play-at-the-national-zoo)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:30-13:30 (America/New_York), and 32 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Smithsonian's National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9285936, -77.0485378)
- Ages: 0 to 8
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, science, animals
- About: Free drop-in nature play at the Bird House Classroom: sand, seeds, and water play with rotating nature themes for kids 0-8 and caregivers.
- Source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/education/nature-play
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Science Playtime for Kids Ages 2-5](https://wknd.app/r/spess5/science-playtime-for-kids-ages-2-5)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC (38.92388, -77.04157)
- Ages: 2 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: science, playtime, hands-on, toddlers
- About: Hands-on science playtime at Because Science designed for children ages 2 to 5.
- Source: https://admodc.org/events/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Boo at the Zoo](https://wknd.app/r/5dzn9c/boo-at-the-zoo)

- When: 2026-10-17 18:00-20:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Smithsonian's National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9285936, -77.0485378)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $35.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, halloween, trick-or-treat, kids, zoo, after-hours, costume
- About: The National Zoo's beloved family Halloween celebration opens the zoo after hours for three evenings of trick-or-treating at more than 25 treat stations. Costumed kids get a souvenir goodie bag, a kids dance party, a pumpkin patch photo op, and after-hours access to the Small Mammal House, Elephant Community Center and Reptile Discovery Center. Usually sells out.
- Source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/events/boo-zoo
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [FRESHFARM Cleveland Park Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/jzah47/freshfarm-cleveland-park-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 3400 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.93435, -77.05842)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: Bustling Saturday neighborhood market with local produce, meats, prepared foods, and on-site compost collection.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/cleveland-park
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Catrinas are Coming: Mexican Cartoneria Workshop](https://wknd.app/r/bucga7/the-catrinas-are-coming-mexican-cartoneria-workshop)

- When: 2026-10-17 12:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: run
- Where: Mexican Cultural Institute DC (38.92555, -77.03604)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $400.00
- Category: class
- Topics: mexican-culture, cartoneria, dia-de-muertos, hands-on-workshop
- About: Artist Ana Elisa Romo leads an eight-session, hands-on workshop in Mexican cartoneria (papier-mache folk art) at the Mexican Cultural Institute. Two tracks: Tue/Thu evenings or Sat/Sun afternoons. Finished Catrinas join the Institute's Day of the Dead Open House exhibition. $400 for all eight sessions.
- Source: https://events.humanitix.com/the-catrinas-are-coming-workshop-by-ana-elisa-romo
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [FRESHFARM H Street NE Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/juf6he/freshfarm-h-street-ne-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-12:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 800 13th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90032, -76.98848)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Year-round Saturday market on 13th Street NE between H and I Streets with produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, coffee, flowers, and community seating.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/h-street-ne
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DC Mural Tour](https://wknd.app/r/pw4jnq/dc-mural-tour)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90872, -76.99765)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: art
- Topics: art, murals, walking-tour, guided, photography
- About: A guided walking tour of the murals and public art across the Union Market District.
- Source: https://unionmarketdc.com/series/dc-mural-tour/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Columbia Heights Saturday Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/jj3fsj/freshfarm-columbia-heights-saturday-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Park Rd NW & 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 (38.93023, -77.03275)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: Saturday market on the Columbia Heights Civic Plaza with a diverse vendor roster selling produce, baked goods, cheese, dairy, and authentic Mexican food.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/columbia-heights-sat
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Tiny Tots (The Puppet Co.)](https://wknd.app/r/aq3j5c/tiny-tots-the-puppet-co)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 13 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD (38.96693, -77.13927)
- Ages: 0 to 4
- Price: $10.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: puppet-show, toddlers, theater, lights-on
- About: Sweet puppet shows designed for the youngest theater patrons, with the lights on and doors open.
- Source: https://www.kidfriendlydc.com/tag/fun-things-to-do-with-kids-in-washington-dc/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure](https://wknd.app/r/3ec2qa/jennie-the-cat-a-halloween-adventure)

- When: 2026-10-17 11:30-13:45 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812 (38.96693, -77.13927)
- Ages: 4 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: puppets, halloween, theater, family
- About: The Puppet Co. presents Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure, a Helen Hayes-nominated puppet show with cuddly puppets, audience interaction, and original music.
- Source: http://thepuppetco.org
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Kingman Island Friends and Family Day](https://wknd.app/r/tjps6n/kingman-island-friends-and-family-day)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1005 Oklahoma Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.89549, -76.97219)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: outdoors, anacostia-river, nature, boat-tours, scavenger-hunt, free
- About: Sixth annual free family day on Kingman and Heritage Islands celebrating the Anacostia River with boat tours, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and an all-ages clothing swap.
- Source: https://www.kingmanisland.com
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Baby Drum Circle at Petworth Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/krb8ma/baby-drum-circle-at-petworth-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-17 15:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Petworth Neighborhood Library, 4200 Kansas Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.9421917, -77.0261369)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, indoor, stroller-ok
- About: Musical play time with drums and rhythm instruments for babies and toddlers. Free; registration required on the DCPL calendar. Saturdays; the Nov 7 session runs 11am to noon.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17524261
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (24.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [FRESHFARM Monroe Street Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/qz4nfa/freshfarm-monroe-street-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 716 Monroe St NE, Washington, DC 20017 (38.9332, -76.99544)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: Saturday market in Brookland's Arts Walk Plaza near the CUA metro stop with local farmers, specialty food producers, and nearby artist studios.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/monroe-st
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (24.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [High End and Mid Range Furniture Liquidation Sale, Fairfax VA](https://wknd.app/r/38xpge/high-end-and-mid-range-furniture-liquidation-sale-fairfax-va)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 8300 Merrifield Ave Suite 2, Fairfax, VA 22031 (38.87808, -77.23115)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: estate-sale
- About: Furniture liquidation sale at 8300 Merrifield Avenue Suite 2 in Fairfax, Friday October 16 through Sunday October 18, 10am to 5pm, with designer and mid-range furniture, decor and lighting.
- Source: https://www.estatesales.net/VA/Fairfax/22031/5121723
- Distance: about 16 mi away (16.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

45 min or farther:

### [RCC Community Coffee](https://wknd.app/r/h35yt8/rcc-community-coffee)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 2310 Colts Neck Rd, Reston, VA (38.93699, -77.36368)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: meetup
- Topics: coffee, community, free, family-friendly, neighbors
- About: Walk in for coffee, a breakfast bite, and fellowship Saturday mornings at RCC Hunters Woods; all are welcome.
- Source: https://restoncommunitycenter.com/organizer/reston-community-center/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (21 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Saturday Dog Strut](https://wknd.app/r/nfk3yc/saturday-dog-strut)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: monthly
- Where: 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190 (38.95894, -77.3573)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: meetup
- Topics: dogs, walk, community
- About: Community dog walk meetup at Reston Town Center.
- Source: https://www.restontowncenter.com/calendar-events
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [ChalkFest](https://wknd.app/r/94em46/chalkfest)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Reston Town Center, Reston, VA (38.9585347, -77.3582342)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: art, outdoor, fall, crafts, drop-in
- About: Street chalk art, live music, and family activities at Reston Town Center on October 17. Attending is free; the art contest needs registration.
- Source: https://www.restontowncenter.com/calendar-events/chalkfest
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [Reston Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/jghq38/reston-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1609 Washington Plaza N, Reston, VA 20190 (38.96908, -77.3409)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-food, produce, outdoor, family
- About: Weekly Saturday farmers market at Lake Anne Village Center with local produce, vendors, and occasional live music.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/reston
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (22.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Cesar Chavez Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/ek9wcc/freshfarm-cesar-chavez-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 700 block of Parkside Pl NE, Washington, DC 20019 (38.90047, -76.9494)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday farm stand outside Cesar Chavez High School in the Parkside neighborhood with fresh local produce.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/cesar-chavez
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (24.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Great Falls Studios Annual Studio Tour](https://wknd.app/r/49puhu/great-falls-studios-annual-studio-tour)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.9981653, -77.2883157)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: art, open-studios, studio-tour
- About: Annual self-guided driving tour of private artist studios across Great Falls. Visit painters, potters, photographers, jewelers, and sculptors in their own workspaces, from converted barns to home studios. Free and open to the public.
- Source: https://www.greatfallsstudios.com/events
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (24.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Great Falls Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/a82bqj/great-falls-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-13:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 756 Walker Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99732, -77.28962)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, year-round, family-friendly, outdoor
- About: Year-round Saturday farmers market with local produce, meats, baked goods, and plants in the heart of Great Falls village.
- Source: http://www.greatfallsfarmersmarket.org/
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (24.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [250 Festival](https://wknd.app/r/8qu5w6/250-festival)

- When: 2026-10-17 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 9982 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066 (38.99855, -77.29206)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: anniversary, live-music, family-friendly, community
- About: Special 250 Celebration in Great Falls village with Hello Cleveland and Radio Vinyl on the big stage behind the Post Office.
- Source: https://celebrategreatfalls.org/events
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (24.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Uptown Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/dvpdjd/freshfarm-uptown-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 5500 Colorado Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.95667, -77.03319)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: Saturday market in the family-centric Uptown neighborhood connecting local producers of fruits, vegetables, meats, and breads.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/uptown
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (24.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Kenilworth Rec Center Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/vk5xct/freshfarm-kenilworth-rec-center-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-13:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 4321 Ord St NE, Washington, DC 20019 (38.90835, -76.94095)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Saturday farm stand at Kenilworth Recreation Center with fresh local produce.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/kenilworth-rec-center
- Distance: about 45 min drive from the town center (25.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Vast, Vibrant and Valuable in Vienna, Vienna VA](https://wknd.app/r/hbefe5/vast-vibrant-and-valuable-in-vienna-vienna-va)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 2210 Loch Lomond Dr, Vienna, VA 22181 (38.90727, -77.28417)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: estate-sale
- About: Four-day estate sale at 2210 Loch Lomond Drive in Vienna, running Friday October 16 through Sunday October 18 this weekend, 10am to 3pm each day, with clothing, collectibles and household goods.
- Source: https://www.estatesales.net/VA/Vienna/22181/5115612
- Distance: about 18 mi away (18.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [Cox Farms Fall Festival](https://wknd.app/r/q8yw7q/cox-farms-fall-festival)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 22 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 15621 Braddock Rd, Centreville, VA 20120 (38.87994, -77.4896)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, hayride, corn-maze, farm, family, slides, pumpkin
- About: Northern Virginia's largest fall festival spans 90+ acres with hayrides, giant slides, the Cornundrum corn maze, farm animals, and live entertainment on select days through Nov 8.
- Source: https://coxfarmsva.com/fall-festival/
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical](https://wknd.app/r/xwywkr/chicka-chicka-boom-boom-the-musical)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 4908 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814 (38.98981, -77.09966)
- Ages: 3 to 9
- Price: $16.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: musical, theater, books, puppets, alphabet
- About: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical is a joy-filled celebration of letters, words, and imagination with puppets, lively dancing, and audience interaction.
- Source: https://imaginationstage.org
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (25.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Outlaw Printmakers MMXXVI at Pyramid Atlantic](https://wknd.app/r/hwkx65/outlaw-printmakers-mmxxvi-at-pyramid-atlantic)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 25 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, 4318 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781 (38.9526872, -76.9411079)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, exhibition, printmaking, hyattsville, opening-reception
- About: Exhibition by the Outlaw Printmakers collective, opening during Print-O-Rama weekend (reception Friday, October 16, 7 to 9 pm). Print work on view in Pyramid Atlantic's Helen C. Frederick Gallery in Hyattsville. Gallery open Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 to 8, Fridays through Sundays 10 to 6.
- Source: https://pyramidatlanticartcenter.org/the-gallery/upcoming-exhibitions/
- Distance: about 50 min drive from the town center (27.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [KIDS Yard Sale, McLean VA](https://wknd.app/r/345pb9/kids-yard-sale-mclean-va)

- When: 2026-10-17 08:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 6600 Mulroy St, McLean, VA 22101 (38.91378, -77.17036)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: garage-sale
- About: Kids yard sale at 6600 Mulroy Street in McLean on Saturday October 17, 8am to 1pm, with childrens clothing, books, toys and toy storage.
- Source: https://garagesalefinder.com/s/N9Ipa/6600-mulroy-st-mc-lean-va-22101
- Distance: about 19 mi away (19.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [The Pottery House - A Home Well Loved, McLean VA](https://wknd.app/r/thktpe/the-pottery-house-a-home-well-loved-mclean-va)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 7218 Evans Mill Rd, McLean, VA 22101 (38.93449, -77.19447)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: estate-sale
- About: Estate sale at 7218 Evans Mill Road in McLean, Friday October 16 through Sunday October 18, 10am to 3pm each day, with pottery, furniture, art and home goods.
- Source: https://garagesalefinder.com/s/N9zNN/7218-evans-mill-rd-mc-lean-va-22101
- Distance: about 20 mi away (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia garage sales and estate sales](https://wknd.app/f/jwngc9/northern-virginia-garage-sales-and-estate-sales)

### [Starlight Cards Fest](https://wknd.app/r/zqmn6f/starlight-cards-fest)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 24439 Evergreen Mills Rd, Ashburn, VA 20148 (38.96099, -77.5342)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: sports-cards, trading-cards, collectibles, vendors
- About: Card fest in Ashburn: 100+ vendors with sports cards, TCGs and collectibles to buy, sell and trade. Presented by Starlight Cards & Co. 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Source: https://tcgshowsnearme.com/events/starlight-cards-fest-ashburn-2026-10-17
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (26.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [Watkins Park Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/57p6nn/watkins-park-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD (38.88702, -76.78352)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, urban-farm, family-friendly
- About: Weekly Saturday market at Watkins Regional Park's Urban Farm Incubator selling produce grown on-site by ten emerging farm businesses.
- Source: https://www.pgparks.com/event_list/watkins-park-farmers-market/2026-10-10
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (30.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Lake Rio Show](https://wknd.app/r/wm98nh/lake-rio-show)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center, 8751 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (39.11665, -77.19962)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $5.00
- Category: sale
- Topics: sports-cards, trading-cards, collectibles, vendors
- About: Card show at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center: 100+ vendors with sports cards, TCGs and collectibles to buy, sell and trade. Presented by MINTD Card Show. $5 entry, 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Source: https://tcgshowsnearme.com/events/lake-rio-show-gaithersburg-2026-10-17
- Distance: about 55 min drive from the town center (32.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [Loudoun Fall Farm Tour](https://wknd.app/r/v6ahjv/loudoun-fall-farm-tour)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Loudoun County farms, Loudoun County, VA (39.0337573, -77.5172218)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: farm, outdoor, fall, animals, drop-in
- About: Self-guided visits to Loudoun County farms on October 17–18, about 10am–4pm. Free with no tickets; some stops charge for food or activities.
- Source: https://loudounfarms.org/farmtour/
- Distance: about 60 min drive from the town center (30.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [CHEVY CHASE NW DC Overflowing With Top-Tier Designer Clothing](https://wknd.app/r/uqrpxw/chevy-chase-nw-dc-overflowing-with-top-tier-designer)

- When: 2026-10-17 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 3723 Ingomar Street, Washington, DC 20016 (38.95856, -77.0739)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: estate-sale
- About: Chevy Chase estate sale with a large selection of top-tier designer clothing, plus furniture, cookware, stemware, jewelry, shoes and books throughout the home.
- Source: https://www.estatesales.net/DC/Washington/20016/5112117
- Distance: about 24 mi away (24 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC estate and garage sales](https://wknd.app/f/4xhwca/washington-dc-estate-and-garage-sales)

### [Pumpkin Village Fall Fest at Leesburg Animal Park](https://wknd.app/r/qra4r6/pumpkin-village-fall-fest-at-leesburg-animal-park)

- When: 2026-10-17 09:30-18:00 (America/New_York), and 22 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Leesburg Animal Park, 19246 James Monroe Hwy, Leesburg, VA 20175 (39.08442, -77.59229)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $15.95
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall-festival, pumpkins, animals, petting-zoo, family-friendly, moon-bounces
- About: Fall festival with wagon rides, giant hill slides, moon bounces, pedal carts, corn bin, animal encounters and weekend live entertainment; online tickets required on weekends.
- Source: https://leesburganimalpark.com/events/list/
- Distance: about 70 min drive from the town center (35.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

## Sunday, October 18

### [FRESHFARM Mosaic Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/pq3nn3/freshfarm-mosaic-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 09:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 2985 District Ave, Fairfax, VA 22031 (38.86964, -77.23085)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-food, family-friendly
- About: Year-round family-friendly Sunday farmers market in the Mosaic District with produce, baked goods, coffee, prepared foods, and dog treats.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/mosaic
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (15.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Families Together: Fall Harvest](https://wknd.app/r/w48t29/families-together-fall-harvest)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1300 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC (38.8912397, -77.0300205)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: fall, harvest, museum
- About: Fall harvest family program at the National Museum of American History.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/families-together-fall-harvest/19840092/2026-10-18T10
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure](https://wknd.app/r/pjx2k7/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 600 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC (38.8871904, -77.0208887)
- Ages: 0 to 6
- Category: kids
- Topics: planetarium, sesame-street
- About: Sesame Street planetarium show for young children.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/one-world-one-sky-big-bird-s-adventure/20023922/2026-10-11T10
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Turkish Festival](https://wknd.app/r/7be3zt/turkish-festival)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-19:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.89483, -77.02895)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: turkish-culture, live-music, folk-dancing, food, kids-activities, free
- About: Free family-friendly celebration of Turkish Heritage Month with live music, folk dancing, fortune telling, kids activities, and Turkish cuisine on Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
- Source: https://www.turkishfestival.org
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [GOD PACK | TCG Show](https://wknd.app/r/wzdnhv/god-pack-tcg-show)

- When: 2026-10-18 09:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks, 11787 US-50, Fairfax, VA 22033 (38.86358, -77.35361)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: sale
- Topics: trading-card-games, pokemon, magic-the-gathering, yu-gi-oh, lorcana, collectibles, vendors
- About: TCG show at the Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks, presented by NoVA PokeShow (formerly NoVA PokeShow, rebranding to GOD PACK). Pokemon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh, Lorcana and more to buy, sell and trade. 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Source: https://tcgshowsnearme.com/events/god-pack-tcg-show-fairfax-2026-10-18
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV Collectible Shows](https://wknd.app/f/vd3qgy/dmv-collectible-shows)

### [Mountain Stage with Kathy Mattea at Hylton Center](https://wknd.app/r/vdvnhc/mountain-stage-with-kathy-mattea-at-hylton-center)

- When: 2026-10-18 19:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Merchant Hall, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20110 (38.7593435, -77.5245195)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $45.00
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, americana, folk, country
- About: Grammy winner Kathy Mattea hosts a live on-the-road taping of NPR's Mountain Stage in Merchant Hall, with featured artists Mary Gauthier, Ruthie Foster, and Scythian spanning roots, folk, blues, and country. Tickets from about $45. 7 PM.
- Source: https://hylton.calendar.gmu.edu/mountain-stage-hosted-by-kathy-mattea-2026
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Fall Family Fest 2026](https://wknd.app/r/8m7bcv/fall-family-fest-2026)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 515 Water Street SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.87501, -77.02044)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall-festival, family-fun, waterfront
- About: Fall Family Fest 2026, a daytime family festival on the Southwest waterfront.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/b/dc--washington/family-and-education/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Maum Market at The Wharf](https://wknd.app/r/99wfze/maum-market-at-the-wharf)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 760 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.87923, -77.02392)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: market
- Topics: market, asian-owned, shopping, local-brands, pop-up
- About: Maum Market is a curated pop-up market celebrating Asian-owned brands, bringing small businesses to The Wharf for an afternoon of shopping.
- Source: https://www.wharfdc.com/upcoming-events/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Fall Family Fest 2026](https://wknd.app/r/hvv5wz/fall-family-fest-2026)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 760 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.87923, -77.02392)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: family, festival, fall, community, games, free-community-event
- About: The Southwest DC Community Center hosts Fall Family Fest 2026, a family community event in Waterfront Park at The Wharf.
- Source: https://www.wharfdc.com/upcoming-events/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [MCC Community 50th Anniversary Celebration](https://wknd.app/r/3py4v9/mcc-community-50th-anniversary-celebration)

- When: 2026-10-18 17:00-22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101 (38.94053, -77.18373)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: community, anniversary, live-music, food, family-friendly
- About: Community celebration of the McLean Community Center's 50th anniversary with music through the decades, food, a signature drink and interactive attractions.
- Source: https://mcleancenter.org/center-celebrates-50-years/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure at the National Air and Space Museum](https://wknd.app/r/u8wscm/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-at-the-national-air)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:30-10:55 (America/New_York), and 21 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: National Air and Space Museum, 650 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8886847, -77.0197731)
- Ages: 0 to 6
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: little-kids, indoor, science
- About: Free 25-minute planetarium show where Big Bird and Elmo explore the night sky. For families with young children; shown Thu and Sun at 10:30 am. Free timed-entry passes required.
- Source: https://airandspace.si.edu/whats-on/events/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Infant Investigators: CAN Touch This](https://wknd.app/r/bbs2hy/infant-investigators-can-touch-this)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:15-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 10th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC (38.8930277, -77.026013)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: infants, sensory
- About: Sensory early-childhood program at the National Museum of Natural History.
- Source: https://washingtonparent.com/dc-kids-events/#!/details/infant-investigators-can-touch-this/19840024/2026-10-18T10
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Gillian Welch and David Rawlings: Grateful Dead Acoustic Reckoning](https://wknd.app/r/ynppb2/gillian-welch-and-david-rawlings-grateful-dead-acoustic)

- When: 2026-10-18 20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Warner Theatre, 513 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.89649, -77.02935)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $63.50
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, folk, americana, acoustic
- About: Welch and Rawlings play an acoustic Grateful Dead program at the Warner Theatre. JamBase lists tickets from $63.50.
- Source: https://www.jambase.com/venue/warner-theatre
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Turkish Festival](https://wknd.app/r/pzsvat/turkish-festival)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-18:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC (38.891412, -77.015362)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, turkish, culture, food, music, dance, kids, bazaar, free
- About: The 24th annual Turkish Festival shuts down Pennsylvania Avenue for a free day of Turkish culture. Expect authentic kebabs, baklava and Turkish coffee, folk dance and live music, a bazaar of ceramics, jewelry and textiles, plus cultural exhibits and a kids tent with hands-on activities. Organized by the American Turkish Association of DC.
- Source: https://turkishfestival.org
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [FRESHFARM Dupont Circle Market](https://wknd.app/r/3zc22y/freshfarm-dupont-circle-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 08:30-13:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1500 20th Street NW, Washington, DC (38.90978, -77.04506)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, artisan-foods, free-entry
- About: Year-round Sunday farmers market with 50+ local farmers plus prepared foods, flowers, and artisan goods in Dupont Circle.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/dupont-circle
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Dupont Circle Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/avkhwq/freshfarm-dupont-circle-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 08:30-13:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1600 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.91132, -77.04521)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt, compost
- About: DC's flagship year-round Sunday farmers market with 80-plus local farmers and producers selling produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, and flowers along 20th Street NW.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/dupont-circle
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Planet Word's 6th Anniversary Community Day](https://wknd.app/r/buckaj/planet-words-6th-anniversary-community-day)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 925 13th Street NW, Washington, DC (38.9022279, -77.0293023)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: anniversary, community-day, exhibits
- About: Celebrate six years of Planet Word with signature exhibit experiences.
- Source: https://planetwordmuseum.org/events/planet-words-6th-anniversary-community-day/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Preschooler Family Yoga & Creative Movement at Hill Center (Breathing Space)](https://wknd.app/r/crzxx9/preschooler-family-yoga-creative-movement-at-hill-center)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:00-10:45 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88307, -76.99326)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor, little-kids, workshop
- About: Sunday family yoga and creative movement for ages 21 months to 4 years with a caregiver, a Breathing Space series at Hill Center. Registration through Breathing Space; price shown at checkout.
- Source: https://families.breathingspacedc.com/dmn4239/class.aspx?cls=1047084
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Dupont Little Flea Market](https://wknd.app/r/ye6h4j/dupont-little-flea-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Dupont Circle, 1909 Q St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9113, -77.04381)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: flea-markets, vintage, antiques, dupont-circle
- About: Festive weekly marketplace for vintage and antique housewares, art, jewelry, clothing, LPs, and micro-local art. Every Sunday, 10am-3pm in Dupont Circle.
- Source: https://www.dupontlittleflea.com/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Baby Yoga & Play (precrawlers) at Breathing Space Studio](https://wknd.app/r/ghasyy/baby-yoga-play-precrawlers-at-breathing-space-studio)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Breathing Space Studio, 641 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88467, -76.99708)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor, little-kids, workshop
- About: Sunday baby yoga and play for newborns to pre-crawlers with a caregiver at the Breathing Space studio on Pennsylvania Avenue SE. October dates from the Breathing Space calendar; registration required.
- Source: https://families.breathingspacedc.com/dmn4239/calendar.aspx
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [American Roots Concert Series: Horace Trahan and The Ossun Express](https://wknd.app/r/7zn8v7/american-roots-concert-series-horace-trahan-and-the-ossun)

- When: 2026-10-18 16:30-18:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8830167, -76.9931347)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: concert
- Topics: cajun, live-music
- About: Free Cajun concert in the American Roots series; family-friendly.
- Source: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/american-roots-concert-series-horace-trahan-the-ossun-express/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Roost Ancient World Wine Fest](https://wknd.app/r/vqfbhd/the-roost-ancient-world-wine-fest)

- When: 2026-10-18 12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: The Roost, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.879698, -76.984796)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $45.00
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, tasting, ancient-world
- About: Wine festival at The Roost food hall pouring wines from ancient wine regions, with food vendors on site. $45 per person, starts at noon.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-roost-ancient-world-wine-fest-tickets-1998600624268
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Georgetown Flea Market](https://wknd.app/r/cpm9jk/georgetown-flea-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 08:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 15 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1819 35th St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.91547, -77.06871)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: flea-markets, vintage, antiques, georgetown
- About: Iconic weekly Sunday flea market in Georgetown (est. 1972): antiques, collectibles, and vintage finds. Every Sunday, 8am-4pm, rain or shine. Free admission for shoppers.
- Source: http://www.georgetownfleamarket.com/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Sensory-Friendly Family Trick-or-Treat at Clemyjontri](https://wknd.app/r/c8b2nk/sensory-friendly-family-trick-or-treat-at-clemyjontri)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Clemyjontri Park, 6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 (38.9452874, -77.1531855)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: $20.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, outdoor
- About: Calm Halloween day at Clemyjontri Park with treat stations, carousel and train rides, and crafts; reduced noise and sensory supports. $20/person.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/sensory-family-trick-or-treat/101826
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM Union Market District Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/5ecu26/freshfarm-union-market-district-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-18 10:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1298 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.90859, -76.99835)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Sunday market adjacent to Union Market with produce, pastured meats, artisan baked goods, roasted coffee, prepared foods, and local flowers.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/union-market-district
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Marsha and the Positrons](https://wknd.app/r/tq32uc/marsha-and-the-positrons)

- When: 2026-10-18 14:30-15:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD 20812 (38.96693, -77.13927)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, kindie, concert, science
- About: Marsha and the Positrons bring playful, educational kindie rock songs mixing science facts with messages about kindness and friendship to The Puppet Co.
- Source: http://thepuppetco.org
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Drag Story Hour with Tiffany D. Carter](https://wknd.app/r/535fsf/drag-story-hour-with-tiffany-d-carter)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4203 9th Street NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.94221, -77.02485)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: storytime, bookstore, lgbtq, free, petworth
- About: Free story hour where drag storyteller Tiffany D. Carter reads books to kids; RSVP is requested and, for safety, adults must be accompanied by a child.
- Source: https://loyaltybookstores.com/events
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (24.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Drag Story Hour at Loyalty Bookstores](https://wknd.app/r/7va63c/drag-story-hour-at-loyalty-bookstores)

- When: 2026-10-18 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Loyalty Bookstores, 4203 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.94221, -77.02485)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, drag-story-hour, bookstore, lgbtq
- About: Free monthly drag story hour with special guest readers at Loyalty's Petworth shop.
- Source: https://loyaltybookstores.com/events
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (24.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Monday, October 19

### [Baby Steps at Kings Park Library](https://wknd.app/r/td5bj5/baby-steps-at-kings-park-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015 (38.80746, -77.25635)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A baby storytime with rhymes, songs, and early literacy activities designed for new babies and their caregivers. No registration; space is limited and tickets are handed out at the information desk before the program.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15345880
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (11.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Learn and PlayGroup at Del Pepper (Monday)](https://wknd.app/r/ppqmgq/learn-and-playgroup-at-del-pepper-monday)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 33 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Del Pepper Community Center, 4850 Mark Center Dr, Alexandria, VA (38.8299343, -77.1191301)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Free weekly parent-child playgroup for ages 0 to 5 at Del Pepper Community Center; application required.
- Source: http://centerforalexandriaschildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ENGLISH-Weekly-Schedule-1.pdf
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (15 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Shirlington Library](https://wknd.app/r/rrr5uk/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-shirlington-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 14:00-14:45 (America/New_York), and 49 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA (38.8406114, -77.0904637)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, rhymes and manipulatives for babies 0 to 12 months at the Shirlington branch; first-come seating.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/10128061
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (16.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Time at Duncan Library (early session)](https://wknd.app/r/8f8t74/baby-time-at-duncan-library-early-session)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 49 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA (38.8278102, -77.060611)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Morning baby session with rhymes and movement for ages 0 to 14 months; free tickets required.
- Source: http://alexlibraryva.org/event/11665815
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Time at Duncan Library (late session)](https://wknd.app/r/x7snad/baby-time-at-duncan-library-late-session)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:15-11:45 (America/New_York), and 49 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA (38.8278102, -77.060611)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Second morning baby session with rhymes and movement for ages 0 to 14 months; free tickets required.
- Source: http://alexlibraryva.org/event/11665815
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Read to the Dog: Molly!](https://wknd.app/r/mysshj/read-to-the-dog-molly)

- When: 2026-10-19 17:00-17:45 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043 (38.9069, -77.20643)
- Ages: 5 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: reading, therapy-dog
- About: Read-to-a-therapy-dog sessions with Molly (three slots merged).
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/17211375
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Portrait Gallery Kids at the National Portrait Gallery](https://wknd.app/r/q8etdp/portrait-gallery-kids-at-the-national-portrait-gallery)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:30-12:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: National Portrait Gallery, 8th St NW & G St NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.8950982, -77.0363849)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, indoor, art, books, crafts
- About: Drop-in Mondays with educators in the Education Center: close looking at art, hands-on activities, music, and story times for children and families. Free.
- Source: https://npg.si.edu/families
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Southside Park Habitat Restoration](https://wknd.app/r/e4huce/southside-park-habitat-restoration)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1317 Ross Drive SW, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.88071, -77.25194)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: civic
- Topics: volunteer, habitat-restoration, nature, parks, invasive-plants
- About: Volunteers improve habitat at Southside Park by removing invasive plants and learning about native plants and wildlife, meeting Mondays 10am to 12pm at the Ware-Walker entrance with sign-up appreciated but not required.
- Source: https://www.viennava.gov/Events-directory
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Sensory Storytime (Oakton)](https://wknd.app/r/pgzqhs/sensory-storytime-oakton)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 10304 Lynnhaven Place, Oakton, VA 22124 (38.88395, -77.30232)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, sensory-friendly
- About: Sensory-friendly storytime at Oakton Library.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16875435
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Fall Storytime at Mary Riley Styles Library](https://wknd.app/r/j4vqyy/fall-storytime-at-mary-riley-styles-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Mary Riley Styles Public Library, 120 N. Virginia Ave., Falls Church, VA (38.8858606, -77.1746367)
- Ages: 0 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, stories and rhymes with early-literacy playtime until noon for ages 18 months to 4 years.
- Source: https://www.mrspl.org/event/fall-storytime-36838
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [DPR Cooperative Play (18-29 months) at Volta Park](https://wknd.app/r/rfdkdq/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-volta-park)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 160 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Volta Park Recreation Center, 1555 34th St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9101, -77.0669112)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor
- About: DPR parent co-op play program for ages 18 to 29 months (the Bunnies), weekday mornings 9am to 12pm through the school year. Registration required.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 2.5-4 years at Volta Park](https://wknd.app/r/u92jac/dpr-cooperative-play-2-5-4-years-at-volta-park)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 1555 34th Street NW, Washington, DC (38.91011, -77.0668)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Volta Park Recreation Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Baby Jam](https://wknd.app/r/p68tpq/baby-jam)

- When: 2026-10-19 14:30-15:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.89474, -77.03043)
- Ages: 0 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, babies, toddlers, weekly
- About: Weekly music program for ages 0-3 at the National Children's Museum; advanced tickets encouraged.
- Source: https://washington.org/find-dc-listings/national-childrens-museum
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play (18-29 months) at Rose Park](https://wknd.app/r/v24wp2/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-rose-park)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 160 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Rose Park Recreation Center, 2609 Dumbarton St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9077926, -77.0554106)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor
- About: DPR parent co-op play program for ages 18 to 29 months, weekday mornings 9am to 12pm through the school year. Registration required; caregiver participation is part of the co-op model.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [El Marsam: Modern and Contemporary Art from Egypt](https://wknd.app/r/jk7s5x/el-marsam-modern-and-contemporary-art-from-egypt)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 31 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Middle East Institute, 1763 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036 (38.9074288, -77.04092)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, egyptian-art, modern-art, contemporary, middle-east, dupont-circle
- About: One of the first US exhibitions devoted exclusively to modern and contemporary Egyptian art, with more than 40 works tracing nearly a century of Egyptian art. Pioneering modernists like Mahmoud Said and Inji Efflatoun appear alongside contemporary artists including Youssef Nabil, many shown in the US for the first time. Free at the Middle East Institute's Dupont Circle gallery.
- Source: https://mei.edu/exhibition/el-marsam-modern-and-contemporary-art-from-egypt/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Portrait Gallery Kids](https://wknd.app/r/yr98rd/portrait-gallery-kids)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:30-12:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 8th and G Streets NW, Washington, DC (38.89846, -77.02293)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art, family-program, hands-on
- About: Free weekly program where children and families explore colors, emotions, STEM, and history through close looking, art, music, and movement.
- Source: https://npg.si.edu/learn/families
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Afternoon Story Time for the Spectrum](https://wknd.app/r/tkqk25/afternoon-story-time-for-the-spectrum)

- When: 2026-10-19 16:00-16:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8986914, -77.0247662)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: autism, accessibility, sensory-friendly
- About: Story time designed for children of all abilities, especially children on the autism spectrum.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Toddler Explorations at Northeast Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/g4m3wx/toddler-explorations-at-northeast-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 8 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Northeast Neighborhood Library, 330 7th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8944277, -76.9964173)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor
- About: Open-ended play and exploration for toddlers with caregivers. Free drop-in every Monday morning.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/15279046
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Magnetic Tile Monday](https://wknd.app/r/2zpt8f/magnetic-tile-monday)

- When: 2026-10-19 15:00-16:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 155 L Street NW, Washington, DC (38.9039919, -77.0138624)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: magna-tiles, stem
- About: Drop in to build and create with Magna-Tiles.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Toddler Explorations at Anacostia Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/x8fgmt/toddler-explorations-at-anacostia-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-19 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Anacostia Neighborhood Library, 1800 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.8660175, -76.978544)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor
- About: Open-ended play and exploration for toddlers with caregivers. Free drop-in on Monday mornings; only two October dates are currently posted.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17534386
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 2.5-4 years at Guy Mason](https://wknd.app/r/u8bmvd/dpr-cooperative-play-2-5-4-years-at-guy-mason)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 3600 Calvert Street NW, Washington, DC (38.92216, -77.0712)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Guy Mason Recreation Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play (18-29 months) at Columbia Heights](https://wknd.app/r/2n4bu4/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-columbia-heights)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 160 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Columbia Heights Community Center, 1480 Girard St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9252387, -77.0350952)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor
- About: DPR parent co-op play program for ages 18 to 29 months (the Caterpillars), weekday mornings 9am to 12pm through the school year. Registration required.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play: 2.5-4 years at Columbia Heights](https://wknd.app/r/daxft7/dpr-cooperative-play-2-5-4-years-at-columbia-heights)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 53 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: 1480 Girard Street NW, Washington, DC (38.92515, -77.03505)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: preschool, playgroup, toddlers, cooperative-play, dc-dpr
- About: Cooperative play program for ages 2.5 to 4 years, Monday through Friday 9am to 12pm, at Columbia Heights Community Center.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [DPR Cooperative Play (18-29 months) at Raymond Rec Center](https://wknd.app/r/zsse8s/dpr-cooperative-play-18-29-months-at-raymond-rec-center)

- When: 2026-10-19 09:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 160 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: Raymond Recreation Center, 3725 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 (38.9360153, -77.0270882)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor
- About: DPR parent co-op play program for ages 18 to 29 months, weekday mornings 9am to 12pm through the school year. Registration required; caregiver participation is part of the co-op model.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

## Tuesday, October 20

### [Family Gym Time (Tue/Thu) at Lorton Community Center](https://wknd.app/r/mu62cc/family-gym-time-tue-thu-at-lorton-community-center)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:45 (America/New_York), and 11 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Lorton Community Center, 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA (38.6981514, -77.2141602)
- Ages: 1 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Weekday open gym play for families with toddlers; participants must be registered center members.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/sites/neighborhood-community-services/files/Assets/documents/calendars/lorton-community-center-calendar.pdf
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (4.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Storytime at Lorton Library](https://wknd.app/r/hqm8my/toddler-storytime-at-lorton-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton, VA 22079 (38.6985, -77.21359)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: An interactive storytime with books, songs, and movement for toddlers ages 18 to 36 months with an adult. Registration is required for each child attending.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/14765911
- Distance: about 10 min drive from the town center (4.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Story Time (Montclair)](https://wknd.app/r/4q43p3/family-story-time-montclair)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 5049 Waterway Drive, Dumfries, VA 22025 (38.61015, -77.35702)
- Ages: 0 to 6
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, family, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday family story time for combined ages at Montclair Library.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/16808206
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (5.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Wonderful Ones Storytime at Pohick Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/9z964j/wonderful-ones-storytime-at-pohick-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke, VA (38.7749322, -77.268109)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories, songs and rhymes for one-year-olds; limited to 15 children with free tickets at the info desk.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15412305
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (9.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Bouncing Babies at Kingstowne Library](https://wknd.app/r/p3dqt5/bouncing-babies-at-kingstowne-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kingstowne Regional Library, 7130 Silver Lake Boulevard, Kingstowne, VA (38.7645238, -77.1535234)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Lapsit program with songs, bouncing rhymes and a story for babies up to 18 months. Free at the Kingstowne branch.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16914159
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (10.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tots and Twos! at Kings Park Library](https://wknd.app/r/mwjxky/tots-and-twos-at-kings-park-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015 (38.80746, -77.25635)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A lap-sit style storytime for toddlers ages 18 to 36 months, with stories, songs, and fingerplays that build early literacy skills. Tickets are available at the information desk before the session and space is limited.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15345932
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (11.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [It's Toddler Time at Sherwood Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/tcgznr/its-toddler-time-at-sherwood-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane, Alexandria, VA (38.7434603, -77.0748661)
- Ages: 0 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories, music and movement for toddlers 18 to 35 months in Alexandria; registration required.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15822508
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (12.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Storytime at George Mason Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/s98md9/toddler-storytime-at-george-mason-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: George Mason Regional Library, 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA (38.8273459, -77.186237)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Early literacy storytime with stories, songs and rhymes for toddlers 18 months to 3 years in Annandale.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15894178
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (13.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Learn and PlayGroup at Patrick Henry (Tuesday)](https://wknd.app/r/cw5rt3/learn-and-playgroup-at-patrick-henry-tuesday)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 33 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Patrick Henry Rec Center, 4653 Taney Ave, Alexandria, VA (38.8162967, -77.1119468)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Free weekly parent-child playgroup for ages 0 to 5 at Patrick Henry Rec Center; application required.
- Source: http://centerforalexandriaschildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ENGLISH-Weekly-Schedule-1.pdf
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (14.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime - Martes de niños](https://wknd.app/r/a4b3tz/family-storytime-martes-de-ninos)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:15-11:15 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 (38.82785, -77.10996)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, spanish, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday Spanish family storytime (children's Tuesday) at Burke Branch.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/16985216
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (15.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Toddler Tuesday at Burke Branch Library](https://wknd.app/r/huqybp/toddler-tuesday-at-burke-branch-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:15-11:15 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA (38.8277784, -77.1098466)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories, music and movement for ages 0 to 5 at the Burke branch of Alexandria Library.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/10415356
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (15.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tuesday Playtime at Burke Branch Library](https://wknd.app/r/a2tkjj/tuesday-playtime-at-burke-branch-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 15:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA (38.8277784, -77.1098466)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Caregiver-child playtime with uninterrupted play and time for caregivers to mingle, ages 0 to 5.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/10415356
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (15.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Storytime at Thomas Jefferson Library](https://wknd.app/r/hfqq73/toddler-storytime-at-thomas-jefferson-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Thomas Jefferson Library, 7415 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22042 (38.8654, -77.20171)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A high-energy toddler storytime with singing, dancing, rhyming, and stories, followed by open play time. For children ages 1.5 to 3 years with a caregiver; pick up tickets at the information desk.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/11819639
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (15.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Bilingual Storytime - Hora de cuentos bilingue](https://wknd.app/r/x7p84b/bilingual-storytime-hora-de-cuentos-bilingue)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-10:45 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (38.8076, -77.04718)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, bilingual, spanish, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday bilingual storytime at Barrett Branch Library.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/17601636
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Baby and Toddler Time - La hora de los bebés y los niños](https://wknd.app/r/3br6xz/baby-and-toddler-time-la-hora-de-los-bebes-y-los-ninos)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-11:40 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (38.8076, -77.04718)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, babies, toddlers, bilingual, weekly
- About: Weekly Tuesday bilingual baby and toddler time (ages 0-23 months) at Barrett Branch.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/17126818
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Baby and Toddler Time at Barrett Library](https://wknd.app/r/dwkhvy/baby-and-toddler-time-at-barrett-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-11:40 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA (38.8078196, -77.0471526)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Weekly storytime with songs, movement games and bubbles for babies and toddlers up to 23 months.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/17126816
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Bounce and Read at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/ffwya9/baby-bounce-and-read-at-tysons-pimmit-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA (38.9069368, -77.2064356)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, bounces and stories for non-walking babies; space limited to 35, so arrive early.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15445171
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Story Time (Kinder Haus Toys)](https://wknd.app/r/2yucvh/story-time-kinder-haus-toys)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 11 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1220 N. Fillmore St., Arlington, VA 22201 (38.88733, -77.09326)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, weekly, toy-store
- About: Free story time every Tuesday and Thursday at the toy store.
- Source: https://www.kinderhaus.com/events.html
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (19.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Play Date at NMNH](https://wknd.app/r/2h632u/play-date-at-nmnh)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 10th Street & Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.89209, -77.02839)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: early-childhood, play, fossils, spiders, free
- About: Weekly drop-in play dates for early learners with museum educators: Creature Features fossil edition Oct 13 and Awesome Arachnids Oct 20.
- Source: https://naturalhistory.si.edu/events/family-programs
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Play Date at NMNH: Awesome Arachnids!](https://wknd.app/r/zuwk3d/play-date-at-nmnh-awesome-arachnids)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 10th St & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC (38.89208, -77.02603)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: play-date, arachnids, early-learners, hands-on
- About: Free drop-in early-learning program where children ages 0-5 and caregivers explore the world of spiders and other arachnids through play.
- Source: https://naturalhistory.si.edu/events/family-programs
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Family Storytime at Central Library (early session)](https://wknd.app/r/32g4pj/family-storytime-at-central-library-early-session)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium, 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA (38.8834242, -77.1077605)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Tuesday morning storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children 0 to 5; drop-in.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/11742194
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime at Central Library (late session)](https://wknd.app/r/3vj5wg/family-storytime-at-central-library-late-session)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Central Library, 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA (38.8834242, -77.1077605)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Second Tuesday morning storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children 0 to 5.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/11742194
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Courthouse Library](https://wknd.app/r/n9gnjn/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-courthouse-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 14:00-14:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Courthouse Library, 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA (38.8904594, -77.0853969)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, rhymes and games for babies, plus time to meet other caregivers; no registration needed.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/11787877
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (19.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Play Date at NMNH at the National Museum of Natural History](https://wknd.app/r/34j6bh/play-date-at-nmnh-at-the-national-museum-of-natural-history)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: National Museum of Natural History, 10th St NW & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.891245, -77.0259701)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, indoor, science, crafts
- About: Drop-in Tuesday morning play dates for ages 0 to 5 with museum educators. Stories, objects, art, and hands-on play around a new weekly theme. Free, 10:30 am to noon.
- Source: https://naturalhistory.si.edu/events/family-programs
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Playtime](https://wknd.app/r/gwfdr6/playtime)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: National Gallery of Art East Building Atrium, 4th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20565 (38.89124, -77.01663)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: art, drop-in, hands-on
- About: Drop-in hands-on art activities for families in the East Building atrium.
- Source: https://www.nga.gov/calendar/playtime-0
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Music and Movement: Let's DANCE!](https://wknd.app/r/hv5xtc/music-and-movement-lets-dance)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8986914, -77.0247662)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: dance, music
- About: Move, shake, play, and have fun at this morning dance party.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [FRESHFARM CityCenterDC Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/85jrd9/freshfarm-citycenterdc-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 1098 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.90097, -77.0268)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Tuesday lunchtime market in the Park at CityCenter with local produce and lunch options like wood-fired pizza and falafel wraps.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/citycenterdc
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Toddler Explorations at Southeast Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/pzh2q3/toddler-explorations-at-southeast-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Southeast Neighborhood Library, 403 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8840475, -76.996523)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor
- About: Open-ended play and exploration for toddlers with their caregivers. Free drop-in every Tuesday morning.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17322458
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Family Story Time at Goethe-Institut (Shaw Library)](https://wknd.app/r/rvcuvb/family-story-time-at-goethe-institut-shaw-library)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Goethe-Institut Washington, 1377 R St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.91277, -77.03151)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: books, storytime, indoor, little-kids, drop-in
- About: Shaw Library staff host this family story time at the Goethe-Institut while the branch is closed for renovation. Songs, rhymes and picture books for ages 0 to 5 with a caregiver. Free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17533969
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [ASL Story Time](https://wknd.app/r/jqq2md/asl-story-time)

- When: 2026-10-20 11:00-11:25 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 330 7th Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8944277, -76.9964173)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: asl, sign-language
- About: American Sign Language story time.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Music and Movement](https://wknd.app/r/8zqz9y/music-and-movement)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1547 Alabama Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20032 (38.8461627, -76.9811257)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, dance, movement
- About: Children's dance party at the library.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (20.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [The Creation of an Eighteenth-Century Comic Opera: Concert and Lecture](https://wknd.app/r/njbde9/the-creation-of-an-eighteenth-century-comic-opera-concert)

- When: 2026-10-20 17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Gonda Theatre (38.90784, -77.07307)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: concert
- Topics: italian-culture, opera, period-music, lecture
- About: The Italian Cultural Institute presents a concert and lecture on how eighteenth-century comic operas were created, at Georgetown University's Gonda Theatre in the Davis Performing Arts Center. Free with Eventbrite registration.
- Source: https://iicwashington.esteri.it/en/gli_eventi/calendario/concert-lecture-the-creation-of-an-eighteenth-century-comic-opera-at-georgetown-university/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (20.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [Lego Hour (Duplos)](https://wknd.app/r/wycyz6/lego-hour-duplos)

- When: 2026-10-20 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 3310 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9338425, -77.0579128)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: lego, duplos, play
- About: Play with Duplos in the Children's Room.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Wednesday, October 21

### [Tales for Twos at Pohick Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/mcndc7/tales-for-twos-at-pohick-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke, VA (38.7749322, -77.268109)
- Ages: 2 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories, songs and rhymes geared to two-year-olds at the Pohick branch in Burke.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15412504
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (9.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Time at Kingstowne Library](https://wknd.app/r/ezszj5/toddler-time-at-kingstowne-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kingstowne Regional Library, 7130 Silver Lake Boulevard, Kingstowne, VA (38.7645238, -77.1535234)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Interactive books, songs and movement for toddlers 18 to 36 months at the Kingstowne branch library.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16914214
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (10.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Burke Centre Library](https://wknd.app/r/j7rt4y/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-burke-centre-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, Burke, VA (38.7874391, -77.3171238)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, lap bounces and stories for babies from birth to 18 months, followed by playtime. Free.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16421102
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (10.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Learn and PlayGroup at Del Pepper (Wednesday)](https://wknd.app/r/7sa3d7/learn-and-playgroup-at-del-pepper-wednesday)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 33 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Del Pepper Community Center, 4850 Mark Center Dr, Alexandria, VA (38.8299343, -77.1191301)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Free weekly parent-child playgroup for ages 0 to 5 at Del Pepper Community Center; application required.
- Source: http://centerforalexandriaschildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ENGLISH-Weekly-Schedule-1.pdf
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (15 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Thomas Jefferson Library](https://wknd.app/r/m4xhne/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-thomas-jefferson-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Thomas Jefferson Library, 7415 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22042 (38.8654, -77.20171)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A gentle lapsit storytime for babies ages 0 to 18 months with an adult, with songs, rhymes, and stories. Tickets are available at the information desk shortly before the program.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15454537
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (15.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Just Babies at Barrett Library](https://wknd.app/r/x5jusz/just-babies-at-barrett-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:00-12:30 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA (38.8078196, -77.0471526)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Bilingual-friendly lap-sit program for babies 0 to 12 months, plus open toy playtime with caregivers.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/17145241
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/rsgpz4/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-tysons-pimmit-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA (38.9069368, -77.2064356)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, bounces and stories for babies; entrance tickets available 30 minutes before the session.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/10076521
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Jesse Welles at The Anthem](https://wknd.app/r/gxq2vh/jesse-welles-at-the-anthem)

- When: 2026-10-21 18:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: The Anthem, 901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.8800652, -77.0258973)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, folk
- About: Arkansas folk singer Jesse Welles, who broke out with viral one-take protest songs in 2024, brings his guitar-and-truth-telling show to The Anthem behind his 2025 album Middle. Hudson Freeman opens. Doors 6:30 PM.
- Source: https://theanthemdc.com/event/jesse-welles/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (20.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [The Damned: Final Damnation 50 at 9:30 Club](https://wknd.app/r/efyxd4/the-damned-final-damnation-50-at-9-30-club)

- When: 2026-10-21 19:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 815 V St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8950982, -77.0363849)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, punk
- About: UK punk pioneers The Damned bring their Final Damnation 50 tour to 9:30 Club, celebrating 50 years with a career-spanning set. Flamin' Groovies and The Courettes open. The band has billed this as likely their last extensive US run. Doors 7 PM.
- Source: https://www.930.com/e/the-damned/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Toddler Storytime & Playdate at Oakton Library](https://wknd.app/r/t733bk/toddler-storytime-playdate-at-oakton-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Oakton Library, 10304 Lynnhaven Place, Oakton, VA 22124 (38.88395, -77.30232)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A storytime for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years, followed by a playdate with toddler toys. No registration required.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/14826561
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (16.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Cherrydale Library](https://wknd.app/r/epr7yh/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-cherrydale-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 16:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Cherrydale Library, 2190 North Military Rd, Arlington, VA (38.8987168, -77.109269)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, rhymes and games for babies 0 to 12 months in the Cherrydale branch Loft; space is limited.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/15092246
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (19.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [FRESHFARM Foggy Bottom Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/dxgbrq/freshfarm-foggy-bottom-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-21 15:00-19:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 901 23rd St NW, Washington, DC 20052 (38.90142, -77.04947)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Wednesday afternoon market on the GW University campus with produce, eggs, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, and prepared foods.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/foggy-bottom
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Storytime Studio at the Hirshhorn, 10am session](https://wknd.app/r/3grb4t/storytime-studio-at-the-hirshhorn-10am-session)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Independence Ave SW & 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8881647, -77.023257)
- Ages: 0 to 6
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, indoor, art, books
- About: Hourlong blend of open play, educator-led read-alouds, and art exploration for kids birth to 6 and caregivers. Free; no registration; first-come, first-served.
- Source: https://hirshhorn.si.edu/public-programs/storytime/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Storytime Studio at the Hirshhorn, 11am session](https://wknd.app/r/wtznmh/storytime-studio-at-the-hirshhorn-11am-session)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Independence Ave SW & 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8881647, -77.023257)
- Ages: 0 to 6
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, indoor, art, books
- About: Second hourlong Storytime Studio session of the day: open play, educator-led read-alouds, and art exploration for kids birth to 6 and caregivers. Free; no registration; first-come, first-served.
- Source: https://hirshhorn.si.edu/public-programs/storytime/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [STEAM Story Time](https://wknd.app/r/rah5qs/steam-story-time)

- When: 2026-10-21 14:30-15:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.89474, -77.03043)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, steam, preschool, weekly
- About: Weekly STEAM story time for ages 1-4 at the National Children's Museum; advanced tickets encouraged.
- Source: https://washington.org/find-dc-listings/national-childrens-museum
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Baby & Toddler Story Time (10:00 AM) at Georgetown Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/ht2d9m/baby-toddler-story-time-10-00-am-at-georgetown-neighborhood)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:00-10:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Georgetown Neighborhood Library, 3260 R St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9134056, -77.0660197)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: books, little-kids, indoor, stroller-ok
- About: Stories and songs for babies and toddlers with their grown-ups. Free; registration required on the DCPL calendar, one session per day. Wednesdays at 10am.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17110313
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Tudor Tots: V is for Vase](https://wknd.app/r/juwe7u/tudor-tots-v-is-for-vase)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:15-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Tudor Place, 1644 31st Street NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.91149, -77.06299)
- Ages: 1 to 4
- Price: $10.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: history, crafts, indoor, little-kids
- About: Early learners ages 18 months to 4 years explore the china, crystal and silver in the Tudor Place collection, with story time and an art project. $10 per non-member child, adults free.
- Source: https://tudorplace.org/events/category/calendar/youth-family-calendar/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Cradleboards and Crawlers](https://wknd.app/r/f7z5v8/cradleboards-and-crawlers)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4th St & Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC (38.88757, -77.01754)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: story-time, sensory-play, early-learners
- About: Free drop-in program for early learners ages 0-2 with a Native-authored book reading, free play, and sensory enrichment in the Activity Center.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Baby & Toddler Story Time (11:00 AM) at Georgetown Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/xpnhyx/baby-toddler-story-time-11-00-am-at-georgetown-neighborhood)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Georgetown Neighborhood Library, 3260 R St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9134056, -77.0660197)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: books, little-kids, indoor, stroller-ok
- About: Stories and songs for babies and toddlers with their grown-ups. Free; registration required on the DCPL calendar, one session per day. Wednesdays at 11am.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17110374
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Diwali Stamp First-Day-of-Issue Ceremony and Reception](https://wknd.app/r/nsnpfc/diwali-stamp-first-day-of-issue-ceremony-and-reception)

- When: 2026-10-21 18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Embassy of India (38.91118, -77.04772)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: civic
- Topics: diwali, indian-culture, stamp-ceremony, embassy
- About: The U.S. Postal Service unveils the new Diwali stamp with an evening first-day-of-issue ceremony and reception at the Embassy of India, 2107 Massachusetts Avenue NW. A public celebration of the Festival of Lights. RSVP required; free.
- Source: https://about.usps.com/newsroom/national-releases/2026/0917ma-usps-celebrates-festival-of-lights-with-new-diwali-stamp.htm
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [The Jayhawks at Lincoln Theatre](https://wknd.app/r/evhvqz/the-jayhawks-at-lincoln-theatre)

- When: 2026-10-21 20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9173973, -77.028986)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, folk, country
- About: Alt-country pioneers The Jayhawks celebrate 40 years with the Sanctuary Park Tour stop at Lincoln Theatre, joined by The Cactus Blossoms. Expect harmony-heavy classics from Hollywood Town Hall through XOXO. 8 PM.
- Source: https://www.jambase.com/show/the-jayhawks-lincoln-theatre-20261021
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Baby Lap-Sit Storytime at Chantilly Library](https://wknd.app/r/vc8sbt/baby-lap-sit-storytime-at-chantilly-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Chantilly Regional Library, 4000 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA (38.8826366, -77.4081887)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Gentle lapsit storytime with songs, bouncing rhymes and a story for babies, followed by playtime. Registration required.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15062081
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (18.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tots Yoga Storytime at Chantilly Library](https://wknd.app/r/kvqvnm/tots-yoga-storytime-at-chantilly-library)

- When: 2026-10-21 11:15-12:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Chantilly Library, 4000 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA (38.8826366, -77.4081887)
- Ages: 2 to 4
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Storytime mixing singing, reading, play and simple yoga poses for little ones. A calm mid-morning library session.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15062527
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (18.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Seed to Steward: Gardening Program](https://wknd.app/r/272ejp/seed-to-steward-gardening-program)

- When: 2026-10-21 15:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1800 Marion Barry Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.865714, -76.978832)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: gardening, sustainability
- About: Hands-on gardening, sustainability, and community care for teens and families.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Thursday, October 22

### [Learn and PlayGroup at William Ramsay (Thursday)](https://wknd.app/r/d2dgvq/learn-and-playgroup-at-william-ramsay-thursday)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 33 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: William Ramsay Recreation Center, 5650 Sanger Ave, Alexandria, VA (38.8273315, -77.1303521)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor
- About: Free weekly parent-child playgroup for ages 0 to 5 at William Ramsay Rec Center; application required.
- Source: http://centerforalexandriaschildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ENGLISH-Weekly-Schedule-1.pdf
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (14.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddler Story Time at Manassas City Library](https://wknd.app/r/uy9h4m/toddler-story-time-at-manassas-city-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Manassas City Library, 10104 Dumfries Road, Manassas, VA 20110-7951 (38.73722, -77.47505)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: Stories read aloud with singing and movement for toddlers 18 to 36 months, followed by a 30 minute open play session. First come, first served; siblings welcome.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/10448144
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (13.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Rhyme Time at Martha Washington Library](https://wknd.app/r/fwccyy/baby-rhyme-time-at-martha-washington-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Martha Washington Library, 6614 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22307 (38.77304, -77.06305)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A rhyme and song time for babies from birth to 17 months with an adult. Register children only.
- Source: https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15747375
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (13.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Museum Explorers](https://wknd.app/r/p8pnwf/museum-explorers)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:00-10:45 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030 (38.84414, -77.29993)
- Ages: 2 to 4
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: history, storytime, crafts, museum, preschool
- About: A history-filled program at the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center where children explore one exhibit object plus an activity, song, craft, and story, with pre-registration required and an adult accompanying each child.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/Events-directory/Historic-Resources/Museum-Explorers
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (14 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Trivia Night at Lost Boy Cider](https://wknd.app/r/7r76tj/trivia-night-at-lost-boy-cider)

- When: 2026-10-22 all day (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Lost Boy Cider, 317 Hooffs Run Dr, Alexandria, VA 22314 (38.79872, -77.06327)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: meetup
- Topics: trivia, cider, taproom
- About: Weekly trivia night at Lost Boy Cider hosted by Mappstrivia.
- Source: https://www.lostboycider.com/events-calendar/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (15.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [Preschool Story Time at Barrett Library](https://wknd.app/r/3x598g/preschool-story-time-at-barrett-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:00-11:40 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA (38.8078196, -77.0471526)
- Ages: 2 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories, songs and movement for preschoolers; younger siblings are welcome to join.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/17358188
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Preschool Story Time (ages 2-5)](https://wknd.app/r/9kstwf/preschool-story-time-ages-2-5)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:00-11:40 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 717 Queen Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (38.8076, -77.04718)
- Ages: 2 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, preschool, weekly
- About: Weekly Thursday preschool storytime for ages 2-5 at Barrett Branch.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/17358190
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Story Time at Duncan Library (early session)](https://wknd.app/r/s8mw5d/story-time-at-duncan-library-early-session)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA (38.8278102, -77.060611)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Morning storytime for toddlers and siblings; free tickets required at the Duncan branch.
- Source: http://alexlibraryva.org/event/11665815
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Story Time at Duncan Library (late session)](https://wknd.app/r/3m56gz/story-time-at-duncan-library-late-session)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:15-11:45 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA (38.8278102, -77.060611)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Second morning storytime for toddlers and siblings; free tickets required at the Duncan branch.
- Source: http://alexlibraryva.org/event/11665815
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime at Aurora Hills Library](https://wknd.app/r/zum75m/family-storytime-at-aurora-hills-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Aurora Hills Library, 735 18th St S, Arlington, VA (38.85749, -77.0590177)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Read-alouds, songs and fingerplays for young children at the Aurora Hills branch; first-come seating.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/14098837
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (18.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Toddlin' Time at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library](https://wknd.app/r/qxyus9/toddlin-time-at-tysons-pimmit-regional-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA (38.9069368, -77.2064356)
- Ages: 1 to 3
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Stories and songs with movement for toddlers 18 months to 3 years; space limited to 25 children.
- Source: http://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/11420195
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [The Peacock Room at 150: Lecture and Reception](https://wknd.app/r/fyryjg/the-peacock-room-at-150-lecture-and-reception)

- When: 2026-10-22 18:00-20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Meyer Auditorium, National Museum of Asian Art (38.88796, -77.02645)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: art-history, lecture, reception, anniversary
- About: Whistler scholar Linda Merrill gives a lecture marking 150 years of the Peacock Room, followed by a reception in the museum courtyard at the National Museum of Asian Art. Free with registration.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-peacock-room-at-150-lecture-and-reception-tickets-2000233342773
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (21.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [Baby Story Time at Bull Run Library](https://wknd.app/r/5af8u8/baby-story-time-at-bull-run-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30-11:15 (America/New_York), and 2 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Bull Run Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA 20109 (38.78697, -77.52051)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: An interactive story time with stories, music and rhymes designed for ages 0 to 2 with a caregiver, followed by play and social time. Held Thursday mornings in the Bull Run Community Room.
- Source: https://www.burbio.com/states/Virginia/Manassas/bull-run-regional-library
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Tummy Time Together at The Toy Nest](https://wknd.app/r/kv85vb/tummy-time-together-at-the-toy-nest)

- When: 2026-10-22 12:15-13:15 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 125 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046 (38.88289, -77.1705)
- Ages: 0 to 0
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: babies, tummy-time, caregivers, pediatric-pt
- About: Pediatric PT Amy O'Malley of Good Beginnings Therapy leads a free tummy time class for caregivers of pre-sitting babies (newborn through 4 months) at The Toy Nest on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 12:15 to 1:15pm; registration required and space is limited to 12 caregivers.
- Source: http://www.thetoynest.com/events-and-classes
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Central Library](https://wknd.app/r/anvbhe/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-central-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Central Library, 1015 North Quincy Street, Arlington, VA (38.8837874, -77.1071838)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Songs, rhymes and games for babies 0 to 12 months; free tickets at the Youth Services desk.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/13793271
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [FRESHFARM Simon Elementary Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/rfstt4/freshfarm-simon-elementary-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-22 14:30-17:30 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 401 Mississippi Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032 (38.83599, -77.0002)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Thursday afternoon farm stand at Simon Elementary School with fresh fruits and vegetables, doubling SNAP dollars.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/simon-farm-stand
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (19.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Baby Playtime](https://wknd.app/r/jhtgcj/baby-playtime)

- When: 2026-10-22 13:00-14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 900 Wesley Place SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.8786771, -77.0158)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: babies, play
- About: Meet new friends at Baby Playtime.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Tinker Tots at the National Children's Museum](https://wknd.app/r/hteevq/tinker-tots-at-the-national-childrens-museum)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:00-11:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: National Children's Museum, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.8933288, -77.030034)
- Ages: 0 to 3
- Price: $18.95
- Category: kids
- Topics: little-kids, indoor, science, crafts
- About: Weekly early learner program for ages 0-3 and caregivers: Tinkering Corner activities scaled down for tiny hands. Included with admission ($18.95; under 1 free).
- Source: https://nationalchildrensmuseum.org/explore/events/tinker-tots
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Flights of Fancy Story Time at the National Air and Space Museum](https://wknd.app/r/qunueu/flights-of-fancy-story-time-at-the-national-air-and-space)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:00 (America/New_York), and 10 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: National Air and Space Museum, 650 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8886847, -77.0197731)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, indoor, books, science
- About: Weekly Thursday storytime at 11 am with an original illustrated story about flight and space, followed by a simple craft. Free; museum admission free with a timed-entry pass.
- Source: https://airandspace.si.edu/event-series/flights-fancy-story-time
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Baby Lap Time at Georgetown Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/6fwzfb/baby-lap-time-at-georgetown-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-22 14:00-14:30 (America/New_York), and 8 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Georgetown Neighborhood Library, 3260 R St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9134056, -77.0660197)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: books, little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor
- About: Lap-sit songs and rhymes for pre-walking babies with caregivers. Free, no registration required. Thursday afternoons.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17110477
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [FRESHFARM By The White House Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ubb9ss/freshfarm-by-the-white-house-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:00-14:00 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 810 Vermont Ave NW, Washington, DC 20420 (38.90083, -77.03523)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Thursday lunchtime market with wood-fired pizza, falafel, dumplings, tacos, fresh produce, and groceries.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/by-the-white-house
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Halloween Party](https://wknd.app/r/nfr3se/halloween-party)

- When: 2026-10-22 16:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8986914, -77.0247662)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, party
- About: Fun kid-oriented Halloween party in the children's room (not horror).
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Tot Yoga & Play at Hill Center (Breathing Space)](https://wknd.app/r/a2dtxt/tot-yoga-play-at-hill-center-breathing-space)

- When: 2026-10-22 09:30-10:15 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88307, -76.99326)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor, little-kids, workshop
- About: Thursday morning yoga and play for crawlers up to 24 months with a caregiver, part of a Breathing Space series at Hill Center. Registration is through Breathing Space; price shown at checkout.
- Source: https://families.breathingspacedc.com/dmn4239/class.aspx?cls=1047089
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Baby Yoga & Play (precrawlers) at Hill Center (Breathing Space)](https://wknd.app/r/rb7ats/baby-yoga-play-precrawlers-at-hill-center-breathing-space)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88307, -76.99326)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Category: kids
- Topics: indoor, little-kids, workshop
- About: Thursday late-morning baby yoga and play for newborns to pre-crawlers with a caregiver, a Breathing Space class at Hill Center. October dates from the Breathing Space calendar; registration required.
- Source: https://families.breathingspacedc.com/dmn4239/calendar.aspx
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Taming the Mental Load: Household Systems to Share the Burden](https://wknd.app/r/tvrcbu/taming-the-mental-load-household-systems-to-share-the-burden)

- When: 2026-10-22 09:00-10:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Edlavitch DCJCC, 1529 Sixteenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20036 (38.91089, -77.03595)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: class
- Topics: parenting, workshop, organization
- About: Morning workshop for parents on building household systems that share the mental load.
- Source: https://www.edcjcc.org/venue/edlavitch-dcjcc/?posts_per_page=24
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Crafternoon](https://wknd.app/r/jgcm6a/crafternoon)

- When: 2026-10-22 16:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 330 7th Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8944277, -76.9964173)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: crafts
- About: Craft project in the Children's Reading Room.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Church of the Advent Playgroups (ages 0-4)](https://wknd.app/r/xmvx83/church-of-the-advent-playgroups-ages-0-4)

- When: 2026-10-22 10:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 63 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Church of the Advent, 1546 5th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.910937, -77.019246)
- Ages: 0 to 4
- Price: free
- Category: class
- Topics: little-kids, indoor, free
- About: Free drop-in playgroup for ages 0 to 4, Thursday and Friday mornings 10am to 12pm during the school year. Toys, books and mats; unsupervised, caregivers stay with their children.
- Source: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAsHOMtIJ75ZeIoXuTJtm1fY-LdBJAKi8ulZ9jlnMcTSy9ww/viewform?formkey=dERtZWNRRk5Gcjh6ZGZyc1o0Z3hpYlE6MQ
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Playday at the Library: Treat Bags](https://wknd.app/r/yt7sw8/playday-at-the-library-treat-bags)

- When: 2026-10-22 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 2398 Iverson Street, Temple Hills, MD 20748 (38.8351536, -76.9565605)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: crafts, fall, play
- About: Make a fall-themed treat bag; play and socialize.
- Source: https://ww1.pgcmls.info/events?t=Storytime+or+Playday&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Dance Across Mexico: Beginner's Workshop in Mexican Dance Styles](https://wknd.app/r/9z8eeg/dance-across-mexico-beginners-workshop-in-mexican-dance)

- When: 2026-10-22 18:30-20:30 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Mexican Cultural Institute (38.92555, -77.03604)
- Ages: 15 to adult
- Price: $200.00
- Category: dance
- Topics: mexican-culture, folklorico, dance-workshop, beginner
- About: Ten-week beginner Mexican folk dance workshop with the DC Folklorico Dance Company at the Mexican Cultural Institute, taught bilingually in English and Spanish and exploring folklorico styles from different regions of Mexico; final participant presentation the week of December 14. One $200 registration covers all 10 Thursday sessions (6:30-8:30 PM) in Cinecito; capacity 24, ages 15+.
- Source: https://events.humanitix.com/dance-across-mexico-a-beginner-s-workshop-to-learn-the-different-mexican-dance-styles
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DMV cultural events](https://wknd.app/f/bngusz/dmv-cultural-events)

### [FRESHFARM Minnesota Ave. Farm Stand](https://wknd.app/r/m2nxye/freshfarm-minnesota-ave-farm-stand)

- When: 2026-10-22 13:00-16:00 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 322 40th St NE, Washington, DC 20019 (38.89314, -76.94746)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farm-stand, local-produce, family-friendly, snap-ebt
- About: Thursday afternoon farm stand in the East River Park Shopping Mall lot bringing fresh produce to the Minnesota Avenue corridor.
- Source: https://www.freshfarm.org/markets/minnesota-ave
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (24.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Bubble, Bubble, Toil and Trouble](https://wknd.app/r/gq3td5/bubble-bubble-toil-and-trouble)

- When: 2026-10-22 16:00-18:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 3935 Benning Road NE, Washington, DC 20019 (38.8941485, -76.9477996)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, arts-crafts
- About: Bubbling-over kid-oriented Halloween-themed arts and crafts.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (24.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

## Friday, October 23

### [Music and Motion (Potomac)](https://wknd.app/r/4sm9mr/music-and-motion-potomac)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 2201 Opitz Boulevard, Woodbridge, VA 22191 (38.63271, -77.28064)
- Ages: 1 to 6
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, movement, toddlers
- About: Music and movement program for ages 1-6 at Potomac Library.
- Source: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/event/16490605
- Distance: about 5 min drive from the town center (1.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Baby Storytime at Burke Branch Library](https://wknd.app/r/n4s7x6/baby-storytime-at-burke-branch-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:15-11:15 (America/New_York), and 48 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA (38.8277784, -77.1098466)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Singing, play, dancing and rhyming for babies 0 to 14 months at the Burke branch.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/10415356
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (15.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Fun Friday](https://wknd.app/r/r8vyhz/fun-friday)

- When: 2026-10-23 15:30-16:30 (America/New_York), and 5 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 (38.82785, -77.10996)
- Ages: 8 to 13
- Category: kids
- Topics: games, tweens, weekly
- About: Weekly Friday afternoon program for ages 8-13 at Burke Branch.
- Source: https://alexlibraryva.org/event/17479507
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (15.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Play and Grow: Ages 0-3](https://wknd.app/r/bn3xha/play-and-grow-ages-0-3)

- When: 2026-10-23 11:00-12:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 6200 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 (38.803647, -76.986229)
- Ages: 0 to 3
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: play, infants, toddlers
- About: Stories, music, and activities with the PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program.
- Source: https://ww1.pgcmls.info/events?t=Storytime+or+Playday&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Fall Baby Time at Mary Riley Styles Library](https://wknd.app/r/4zakub/fall-baby-time-at-mary-riley-styles-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-11:00 (America/New_York), and 4 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Mary Riley Styles Public Library, 120 N. Virginia Ave., Falls Church, VA (38.8858606, -77.1746367)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Story, songs and rhymes plus baby toy playtime for ages 0 to 24 months; tickets at the children's desk from 10 AM.
- Source: https://www.mrspl.org/event/fall-baby-time-36876
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Baby Lapsit Storytime at Westover Library](https://wknd.app/r/3uvznj/baby-lapsit-storytime-at-westover-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 11:30-12:00 (America/New_York), and 6 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Westover Library, 1644 N McKinley Rd, Arlington, VA 22205 (38.88638, -77.14212)
- Ages: 0 to 1
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, books, little-kids, indoor
- About: A lapsit storytime for babies ages 0 to 12 months, with songs, rhymes, and games, plus time afterward for caregivers to connect. No registration; admission is first come, first served until capacity is reached.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/12217117
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA infant activities](https://wknd.app/f/g4ptfe/nova-infant-activities)

### [Family Storytime at Arlington Central Library](https://wknd.app/r/ng6spt/family-storytime-at-arlington-central-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:15-10:45 (America/New_York), and 7 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium, 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, VA 22201 (38.8834242, -77.1077605)
- Ages: 0 to 5
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: books
- About: Free storytime for ages 0–5 with an adult—stories, songs, rhymes, and flannel boards. No registration; first-come seating.
- Source: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/16751187
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Movie Matinee](https://wknd.app/r/d4d78e/movie-matinee)

- When: 2026-10-23 16:00-17:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 115 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032 (38.8312611, -77.0094236)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: film
- Topics: movie, family
- About: Monthly family movie programming.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/events?a=Birth+-+5&r=thismonth
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Toad the Wet Sprocket: Acoustic Tour at Capital One Hall](https://wknd.app/r/m5k68u/toad-the-wet-sprocket-acoustic-tour-at-capital-one-hall)

- When: 2026-10-23 19:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Capital One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102 (38.9254546, -77.2112703)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, acoustic
- About: Toad the Wet Sprocket strips its 90s alternative catalog down for an acoustic tour stop at Capital One Hall, with Wisconsin fingerstyle guitarist Willy Porter opening. 7:30 PM.
- Source: https://www.capitalonehall.com/events/detail/toad-the-wet-sprocket-rings-the-acoustic-tour
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (19.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [McLean Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ej5qur/mclean-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-23 08:00-12:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: run
- Where: 1659 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA 22101 (38.9287, -77.1905)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: farmers-market, local-food, produce, outdoor
- About: Friday-morning farmers market at Lewinsville Park with local produce, baked goods, and specialty vendors; season ends Oct 30.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/mclean
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Early Childhood Music at Washington Conservatory of Music, Capitol Hill](https://wknd.app/r/tmsgg8/early-childhood-music-at-washington-conservatory-of-music)

- When: 2026-10-23 11:15-12:00 (America/New_York), and 3 more dates
- Scarcity: few_dates
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Washington Conservatory of Music, Capitol Hill, 750 6th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.88002, -76.99826)
- Ages: 1 to 2
- Price: $345.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: live-music, indoor, little-kids, workshop
- About: Friday music class for ages 18 months to 2 years with a participating caregiver, part of an 8-session Washington Conservatory series on Capitol Hill. Tuition is $345 for the series.
- Source: https://washingtonconservatory.org/class/early-childhood-music-18-months-2-years-capitol-hill/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [King Bullfrog Hoppy Hour 2026](https://wknd.app/r/vzw896/king-bullfrog-hoppy-hour-2026)

- When: 2026-10-23 17:00-19:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8830167, -76.9931347)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $7.00
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, family-night
- About: Family-friendly Friday evening with live music for all ages.
- Source: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/king-bullfrog-hoppy-hour-2026-5/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Friday Story Time at the National Postal Museum](https://wknd.app/r/3y68aw/friday-story-time-at-the-national-postal-museum)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: National Postal Museum, 2 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8980746, -77.0082108)
- Ages: 0 to 7
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor, books, history
- About: Weekly story time with drop-in play from 10, a gallery adventure and story reading at 10:30, plus hands-on postal play. Free with no registration for young learners birth to age 7.
- Source: https://postalmuseum.si.edu/in-person-story-time
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Music and Movement at Northeast Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/wpy32n/music-and-movement-at-northeast-neighborhood-library)

- When: 2026-10-23 11:00-11:30 (America/New_York), and 8 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Northeast Neighborhood Library, 330 7th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8944277, -76.9964173)
- Ages: 0 to 2
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, drop-in, stroller-ok, indoor
- About: Singing, dancing, and movement for little ones with their grown-ups. Free drop-in on Friday mornings.
- Source: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/15368538
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Helado Negro at Black Cat](https://wknd.app/r/b29p2g/helado-negro-at-black-cat)

- When: 2026-10-23 19:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Black Cat, 1811 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9146093, -77.0317206)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $41.00
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, latin, pop, indie
- About: Helado Negro (Roberto Carlos Lange) brings his bilingual dream-pop and ambient Latin songcraft to Black Cat with Reyna Tropical. A warm, intimate night from one of indie music's most distinctive voices. Tickets from about $41. 7 PM.
- Source: https://www.jambase.com/show/helado-negro-black-cat-20261023
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Alsace: Pinot Gris World WineTasting & Dinner](https://wknd.app/r/vqdx59/alsace-pinot-gris-world-winetasting-dinner)

- When: 2026-10-23 18:30-22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Embassy of France, DC, 4101 Reservoir Road NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.913955, -77.078581)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $65.87
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, pinot-gris, alsace, tasting, dinner
- About: Guided tasting and dinner focused on Pinot Gris from Alsace and around the world, held at the French Embassy. $65.87.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alsace-pinot-gris-world-winetasting-dinner-tickets-2001274043537
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.1 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Big Moments, Little Stories at the Anacostia Community Museum](https://wknd.app/r/wntjm4/big-moments-little-stories-at-the-anacostia-community-museum)

- When: 2026-10-23 10:30-11:30 (America/New_York), and 9 more dates
- Scarcity: weekly
- Cadence: weekly
- Where: Anacostia Community Museum, 1901 Fort Place SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.8565357, -76.9768339)
- Ages: 1 to 7
- Price: free
- Category: reading
- Topics: little-kids, indoor, books, history
- About: Free Friday storytime with sensory play in the Sunburst Lounge, for ages 18 months to 7. Stories connect with the museum's current exhibitions; stay after for indoor play and creative exploration.
- Source: https://www.trumba.com/events-calendar/dc/washington/smithsonian-events/washington-dc-events/films/visiting/children/kids/lectures/imax/performances/museum-tours/smithsonian-events-anacostia
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (21.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoMa infant events](https://wknd.app/f/djsmnm/noma-infant-events)

### [Night of the Living Zoo](https://wknd.app/r/23vtuh/night-of-the-living-zoo)

- When: 2026-10-23 19:00-23:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Smithsonian's National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9285936, -77.0485378)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $75.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, halloween, party, 21-plus, drinks, zoo, after-hours, costume
- About: The National Zoo's adults-only Halloween bash takes over the lower zoo after dark with unlimited drinks from pop-up bars, live music and DJs, roving entertainers, creepy Halloween scenes, tarot and zoostrology readings, and after-hours access to the Reptile Discovery Center and Great Cats exhibits. 21 and over; valid ID required.
- Source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/events/night-living-zoo
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

## Saturday, October 24

### [Family Day: Halloween](https://wknd.app/r/tuny4t/family-day-halloween)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1775 Semper Fidelis Way, Triangle, VA 22172 (38.5434, -77.34217)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, family-day, museum
- About: Halloween Family Day with activities for guests of all ages.
- Source: https://www.usmcmuseum.com/calendar-239210.html
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (8.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park](https://wknd.app/r/am79sz/ghost-town-at-burke-lake-park)

- When: 2026-10-24 11:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 (38.7903844, -77.3263429)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $20.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, halloween, trick-or-treat, train-ride, costumes, not-scary
- About: Fairfax County Park Authority's family-friendly Halloween weekend at Burke Lake Park. Come in costume for not-scary themed activity areas, the miniature train ride through the forest, carousel rides, crafts, and mini golf. One admission covers all activities; children under 2 are free with a paying adult. Advance tickets are cheaper than day-of.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burke-lake/ghost-town/102426
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (10.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Fall Harvest Family Days](https://wknd.app/r/mdt9rv/fall-harvest-family-days)

- When: 2026-10-24 09:30-16:30 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: George Washington's Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon, VA (38.710179, -77.0888199)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, farm, history, outdoor, animals
- About: Eighteenth-century harvest demos and farm animals at Mount Vernon, October 24–25, 9:30am–4:30pm. Included with estate admission, which varies by age.
- Source: https://www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/fall-harvest-festival
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (10.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [Fairfax Station Model Railroad Yard Sale](https://wknd.app/r/unydxr/fairfax-station-model-railroad-yard-sale)

- When: 2026-10-24 12:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 (38.80059, -77.33177)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: market
- Topics: model-trains, toy-trains, collectibles, fairfax-station
- About: Family-friendly model train yard sale at the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, part of its 39th anniversary celebration. Local enthusiasts sell model trains and supplies; games and activities outside. Free admission; food for sale.
- Source: https://fairfax-station-railroad-museum.org/events/model-train-yard-sale/
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (11.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [NoVA Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/dy3u8k/nova-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park](https://wknd.app/r/cwensz/ghost-town-at-burke-lake-park)

- When: 2026-10-24 11:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA (38.8142066, -77.3227522)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, outdoor, fall
- About: Family Halloween day at Burke Lake Park with a train, carousel, crafts, and mini golf, 11am to 5pm. Online and day-of prices differ.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burke-lake/ghost-town/102426
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (12.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia local events](https://wknd.app/f/exxuqn/northern-virginia-local-events)

### [Clifton Haunted Trail](https://wknd.app/r/skhvsf/clifton-haunted-trail)

- When: 2026-10-24 19:00-22:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Clifton Town Park, 7154 Main Street, Clifton, VA 20124 (38.7793, -77.38708)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $20.00
- Category: festival
- Topics: halloween, evening, outdoor
- About: The Clifton Haunted Trail runs one night only, winding a half-mile through the woods of historic Clifton with costumed characters. It nods to the Bunny Man Bridge legend; $20 advance, $25 at the gate.
- Source: https://mommypoppins.com/washington-dc-kids/event/events/clifton-haunted-trail
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (11.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Kids Markets at Historic Manassas Farmers Market](https://wknd.app/r/ma52q5/kids-markets-at-historic-manassas-farmers-market)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 9024 Prince William St, Manassas, VA 20110 (38.75021, -77.46972)
- Ages: 5 to 14
- Category: kids
- Topics: kids-market, farmers-market
- About: Young makers sell their creations at the Kids Markets hosted by the Historic Manassas Farmers Market.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/va--great-falls/kids-events/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (13.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Art Safari at Torpedo Factory Art Center](https://wknd.app/r/az7pzc/art-safari-at-torpedo-factory-art-center)

- When: 2026-10-24 11:00-15:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314 (38.804856, -77.0397949)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: art
- Topics: art, kids, family, hands-on
- About: The Torpedo Factory's annual hands-on art day for kids and families. Professional artists lead projects across three floors, from clay and printmaking to fiber art and collaborative builds, with live music and demonstrations. Free, in its 32nd year.
- Source: https://torpedofactory.org/art-safari/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Patricia Tanumihardja Story Time at Bards Alley](https://wknd.app/r/287hu8/patricia-tanumihardja-story-time-at-bards-alley)

- When: 2026-10-24 11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 110 Church St NW, Vienna, VA 22180 (38.90172, -77.26667)
- Ages: 0 to 8
- Category: kids
- Topics: storytime, author-event, picture-book
- About: Author Patricia Tanumihardja hosts a story time at Bards Alley Bookshop in Vienna on Saturday, October 24 at 11am.
- Source: http://www.bardsalley.com/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (17.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Go Fish: The Premier Christian Live Event For Kids!](https://wknd.app/r/j7mje3/go-fish-the-premier-christian-live-event-for-kids)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203 (38.87962, -77.1109)
- Ages: 4 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: christian, music, family
- About: Go Fish brings high-energy Christian music and fun to Ballston Quarter in a live event made for kids.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/va--great-falls/kids-events/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Kids Baking Fun!](https://wknd.app/r/vn4r79/kids-baking-fun)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203 (38.87962, -77.1109)
- Ages: 4 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: baking, cooking-class
- About: Kids get hands-on baking fun at Cookology Culinary School in Ballston Quarter.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/va--great-falls/kids-events/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (18.2 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [That's So Vintage at The Square - October 24-25](https://wknd.app/r/56bhjg/thats-so-vintage-at-the-square-october-24-25)

- When: 2026-10-24 09:00-18:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: The Square, 1850 K St NW, 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20006 (38.90227, -77.04313)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: market
- Topics: vintage-markets, vintage, antiques, dc
- About: D.C.'s biannual vintage show with 45 of the best vintage collectors and curators on the East Coast: antique jewelry, 1920s slip dresses, midcentury lighters, 80s needlepoint, 50s workwear, 70s graphic tees, rare Y2K designer pieces. Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-2pm; tickets sold per-day, two-day pass gets Saturday early access.
- Source: https://vintagevintagevintagedc.com/pages/thats-so-vintage
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [DC Antique, Vintage & Flea Markets](https://wknd.app/f/gemtsc/dc-antique-vintage-flea-markets)

### [Saturday Morning Live: Grupo Rompe Cajon](https://wknd.app/r/2zv8vy/saturday-morning-live-grupo-rompe-cajon)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-11:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.89647, -77.03041)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: music, dance, peru, interactive, free
- About: Saturday Morning Live at The National presents Grupo Rompe Cajon exploring the African roots of Peruvian music and dance in an interactive family program.
- Source: https://nationaltheatre.org/saturday-morning-live
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Wine & Roses Dinner - The Oceanaire Washington D.C.](https://wknd.app/r/6huk9t/wine-roses-dinner-the-oceanaire-washington-d-c)

- When: 2026-10-24 18:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: The Oceanaire Seafood Room, 1201 F Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20004 (38.897671, -77.028414)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $155.00
- Category: food
- Topics: wine, bourbon, wine-dinner, seafood
- About: Five-course dinner pairing Orin Swift Cellars wines and Four Roses bourbon with seafood courses. From $155.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999421567732?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Wine and beer events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/c89qhf/wine-and-beer-events-in-the-dmv)

### [Avery, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea](https://wknd.app/r/63sbkx/avery-gottlieb-rothko-by-the-sea)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York), and 92 more dates
- Scarcity: daily
- Cadence: daily
- Where: The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st Street NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9116016, -77.0468856)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: exhibit
- Topics: art, painting, modernism, abstract-expressionism
- About: The first exhibition to examine how friendship and shared summers on Cape Ann, Massachusetts, shaped Milton Avery, Adolph Gottlieb, and Mark Rothko. About 90 paintings, watercolors, drawings, and sketches from the 1920s to the mid-1960s trace four decades of artistic exchange; many works have never been on public view. Organized with the Cape Ann Museum.
- Source: https://www.phillipscollection.org/event/2026-10-24-avery-gottlieb-rothko
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Art events in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/nfn8xc/art-events-in-the-dmv)

### [DC Halloween Crawl](https://wknd.app/r/3z5u3z/dc-halloween-crawl)

- When: 2026-10-24 all day (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Dupont Circle, Washington, DC (38.9109436, -77.0427259)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: $15.00
- Category: meetup
- Topics: fall, halloween, bar-crawl, costume, dupont-circle, drinks, 21-plus
- About: Dupont Circle's annual Halloween bar crawl strings together more than ten neighborhood bars with cover-free entry, drink and food specials, a souvenir haunted mug, free event photos and the neighborhood's largest costume contest. 21 and over.
- Source: https://dchalloweencrawl.com/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (21.9 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Hill Family Biking: Halloween Ride](https://wknd.app/r/ct7ts2/hill-family-biking-halloween-ride)

- When: 2026-10-24 15:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 11th and E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.89037, -76.99153)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: sports
- Topics: biking, halloween, costumes, group-ride, family
- About: Halloween-themed family bike ride starting at the Lincoln Statue in Lincoln Park; costumes welcome for the all-ages ride.
- Source: https://www.eventbrite.com/b/dc--washington/family-and-education/
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (22.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Painting a Child's Portrait in Oils with Teresa Oaxaca](https://wknd.app/r/va4a4q/painting-a-childs-portrait-in-oils-with-teresa-oaxaca)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-17:00 (America/New_York), and 1 more date
- Scarcity: short_run
- Cadence: run
- Where: 5537 Langston Blvd, Arlington, VA 22207 (38.89635, -77.14011)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: art
- Topics: painting, oil-painting, portrait, workshop
- About: A two-day workshop with Teresa Oaxaca on painting a child's portrait in oils, 10am to 5pm each day.
- Source: https://arthouseseven.com/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (18.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Adams Morgan Apple Festival](https://wknd.app/r/ky748f/adams-morgan-apple-festival)

- When: 2026-10-24 10:00-13:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Front Steps of The LINE DC, 1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9228628, -77.0417385)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: festival
- Topics: fall, apples, pie-contest, farmers-market, food, neighborhood, free
- About: Adams Morgan's annual fall favorite pairs an heirloom apple tasting from Licking Creek Bend Farm with a homemade apple pie baking contest judged by local leaders. Pie slices sell to benefit Platform of Hope. Free to attend, right by the Adams Morgan Farmers Market; contest slots filled the same day they opened.
- Source: https://adamsmorgan.com/events/signature-events/adams-morgan-apple-festival
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.6 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Spooky Science Festival](https://wknd.app/r/tf4ymw/spooky-science-festival)

- When: 2026-10-24 12:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC (38.92388, -77.04157)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Category: kids
- Topics: science, festival, halloween, hands-on
- About: Because Science hosts a family-friendly Spooky Science Festival with hands-on experiments and activities.
- Source: https://admodc.org/events/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (22.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Swapmeet at Songbyrd Music House](https://wknd.app/r/t6r3fr/swapmeet-at-songbyrd-music-house)

- When: 2026-10-24 19:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Songbyrd Music House, 540 Penn St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.910303, -76.9964119)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, indie
- About: Indie rockers Swapmeet play Songbyrd Music House in the Union Market area. Guitar-driven songs in the intimate listening room. 7 PM.
- Source: https://www.jambase.com/show/swapmeet-songbyrd-music-house-20261024
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (23.3 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Family Spooky Disco](https://wknd.app/r/3egra9/family-spooky-disco)

- When: 2026-10-24 14:00-16:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Dance Place, 3225 8th St NE, Washington, DC 20017 (38.9303409, -76.9945876)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: dance
- Topics: fall, halloween, dance, kids, family, costume, dj
- About: Dance Place's intergenerational Halloween dance party in Brookland. A live DJ, snacks and party games get kids and grown-ups moving in costume for an afternoon of spooky season dancing. Costumes encouraged.
- Source: https://www.danceplace.org/performances-and-events/
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (24.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

## Sunday, October 25

### [Ghost Town Halloween at Burke Lake Park](https://wknd.app/r/evtnu3/ghost-town-halloween-at-burke-lake-park)

- When: 2026-10-25 11:00-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039 (38.7866157, -77.326944)
- Ages: 0 to 99
- Price: $20.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, outdoor
- About: Not-so-spooky Halloween afternoon with themed activity areas, train and carousel rides, crafts, and mini golf. Online $20; day-of $25. Under 2 free with paying adult.
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burke-lake/ghost-town/102526
- Distance: about 20 min drive from the town center (10.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Washington DC family events](https://wknd.app/f/5karfp/washington-dc-family-events)

### [Pumpkin Patch at Nature Playce](https://wknd.app/r/ynzhwe/pumpkin-patch-at-nature-playce)

- When: 2026-10-25 14:30-17:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 7701 Royce Street, Annandale, VA 22003 (38.83947, -77.21209)
- Ages: 3 to 5
- Price: $12.00
- Category: kids
- Topics: pumpkins, preschool, halloween
- About: Preschool pumpkin hunt with miniature pumpkins to take home (slots at 2:30 or 4 pm).
- Source: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/hidden-oaks/pumpkin-patch-nature-playce/102526
- Distance: about 25 min drive from the town center (13.8 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

### [Del Ray Halloween Parade](https://wknd.app/r/w2egx8/del-ray-halloween-parade)

- When: 2026-10-25 14:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Mount Vernon Ave at E Bellefonte Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 (38.8222496, -77.0579428)
- Ages: all ages
- Price: free
- Category: civic
- Topics: fall, halloween, parade, costumes, pets, community
- About: The 30th annual Del Ray Halloween Parade, named one of the 10 best Halloween parades in the country by USA Today. Costumed kids, parents, pets, and decorated strollers march down Mount Vernon Avenue to the Mount Vernon Rec Center field, ending with live music and award presentations for best pet costume, stroller, and decorated homes and businesses. Free to march or watch.
- Source: https://www.visitdelray.com/halloween/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (16.5 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Fall events in DC](https://wknd.app/f/96g4j7/fall-events-in-dc)

### [Beck: Ride Lonesome Tour at The Anthem](https://wknd.app/r/rkcjfx/beck-ride-lonesome-tour-at-the-anthem)

- When: 2026-10-25 19:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: The Anthem, 901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.8800652, -77.0258973)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, rock, pop
- About: Beck brings his Ride Lonesome Tour to The Anthem with support from Ioanna Gika. Expect a career-spanning set from the genre-hopping veteran of Odelay, Sea Change, and Morning Phase. Doors 6 PM, show 7:30 PM.
- Source: https://theanthemdc.com/event/beck-ride-lonesome-tour/
- Distance: about 30 min drive from the town center (20.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Dent May at Pearl Street Warehouse](https://wknd.app/r/zyyx7h/dent-may-at-pearl-street-warehouse)

- When: 2026-10-25 20:00 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: Pearl Street Warehouse, 33 Pearl St SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.8788327, -77.024004)
- Ages: all ages
- Category: concert
- Topics: live-music, pop, indie
- About: Dent May brings his breezy, yacht-adjacent indie pop to Pearl Street Warehouse on the Wharf. A Sunday-night set of sun-faded melodies and deadpan charm in the intimate waterfront room. 8 PM.
- Source: https://www.jambase.com/show/dent-may-pearl-street-warehouse-20261025
- Distance: about 35 min drive from the town center (20.7 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Live music in the DMV](https://wknd.app/f/napgfx/live-music-in-the-dmv)

### [Not-so-Spooky Animal Encounters](https://wknd.app/r/damtgt/not-so-spooky-animal-encounters)

- When: 2026-10-25 13:30-15:30 (America/New_York)
- Scarcity: one_day
- Cadence: once
- Where: 2845 Marcey Rd, Arlington, VA 22207 (38.91493, -77.10858)
- Ages: 0 to 12
- Price: free
- Category: kids
- Topics: halloween, animals, family, nature, free
- About: Free Halloween edition of the seasonal Animal Encounters at Potomac Overlook: meet live 'scary' animals up close and see if they are really that scary.
- Source: https://www.novaparks.com/event-category/nature-nuts
- Distance: about 40 min drive from the town center (20.4 mi, straight line)
- Feed: [Northern Virginia family events](https://wknd.app/f/6xgp28/northern-virginia-family-events)

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