Montgomery County Fair – 4-H Day!, Woodridge Back to School Festival & more: Things to do with kids this weekend in Washington DC (August 14–16)

Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria · Ages 3–12

The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.

Girl Scouts: STEM Career Badge + Playground

National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 5–12

Explore Girl Scout badge programs inspired by the world we design and build!

Herndon Quilters at the Herndon Library

Herndon Fortnightly Maker Lab · Tysons · Ages 5–12

Come work on your own quilting projects with other members of the community or help with charity quilting projects.

Playdate Cafe

Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 1, Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · Ages 1–12

is our regular weekly time for kids and adults to enjoy free-play and socialize in an informal setting - blocks, cars, puppets, music, and more.

Preschool STEAM Play at Courthouse

Children's Area · Arlington · Ages 1–5

Preschool STEAM Play Join us for open play featuring a mix of games and activities that explore the STEAM-based concepts of Science,…

Storytime at THE PLAYGROUND

National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 5–12

s and Fridays, 9:15 to 10 am Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading, songs, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills!

Family Storytime at Central

Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington · Ages 1–12

For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult.

Library Playdate

Burke Centre Meeting Room 116, Burke Centre Meeting Room 117 · Tysons · Ages 1–5

A variety of toys and books will be spread out for you and your little one to enjoy.

Storytime for Three to Fives

Chantilly Meeting Room · Tysons · $ · Ages 3–5

Early literacy program with stories and activities.

Family Storytime at Westover

Children's Area · Arlington · Ages 1–12

For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult.

LEGO Club

City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101A, City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101B · Tysons · Ages 5–12

Come and Create! Build with LEGO bricks to your heart's content. Create masterpieces to display in the library, or simply experiment to…

Library Playdate at Herndon Library

Herndon Fortnightly Meeting Room · Tysons · Ages 1–12

Children from 0-5 can come to play with toys and meet new friends.

Playdate Cafe

Martha Washington Meeting Room, Martha Washington Meeting Room 104B · Tysons · Ages 1–12

Come and chat with other caregivers while the kids play together.

Playdate Cafe (ages 0-6)

Great Falls Meeting Room · Tysons · Ages 1–5

Enjoy free-play and socializing in a casual setting.

Power Up! Storytime STEAM - Robots!

Kings Park Meeting Room · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Power up! Robots are coming to Kings Park! Join us for a fun STEAM based program as we explore stories and activities with robots! Ages:…

Sip and Solve

Richard Byrd Meeting Room 1, Richard Byrd Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Grab a cup of your favorite hot beverage and puzzle your heart out.

Fun Twos and Threes Storytime

Chantilly Meeting Room · Tysons · $ · Ages 1–3

Ages 24 to 35 months and their caregivers are invited to join us for a Storytime geared especially for them!

Baby Lapsit Storytime at Westover

Longfellow Room · Arlington · Ages 1–5

For families with babies 0-12 months Bond with your baby through songs, rhymes, and games!

Baby Storytime

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room · Alexandria · Ages 5–12

We sing, play, dance, and rhyme all while promoting your baby’s development and literacy skills.

Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5

Bowie · Bowie · Ages 5–12

Held in the Storytime Room Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays!

Baby Storytime at Aspen Hill

Aspen Hill Library · Rockville · Ages 1–5

Followed by Stay and Play! A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers. A storytime experience for our…

Build It!

White Oak Library · Silver Spring · All ages

White Oak Library Drop in to build with Legos, Duplos, and other blocks!

Family Storytime

Germantown Library · Germantown · Ages 1–5

Germantown Library These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and…

Play and Grow: Ages 0-3

South Bowie · Bowie · Ages 5–12

Presented by the PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0-3 with and without special needs.

Play Date at the Library

Olney Library · Olney · Ages 1–5

A drop-in playtime for children and their caregivers.

Playday at the Library: Water Play

Laurel · Laurel · Ages 5–12

Held at the City of Laurel Splash Pad Play and socialize during outdoor water play at the library!

Pre-K Story Hour / Hora de Cuentos de Prekinder

Pop-Up Locations · Largo · Ages 5–12

Held at the Springhill Lake Recreation Center 6101 Cherrywood Ln, Greenbelt, MD 20770 Enjoy vibrant stories, fingerplays, and songs led by Greenbelt Branch Library Staff.

Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime

Connie Morella Library · Bethesda · Ages 1–12

Space is limited! TICKETS REQUIRED! Please join us for a fun and interactive bilingual Spanish/English storytime! Together we’ll read,…

Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E McGee Library

Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library · Silver Spring · Ages 1–12

**Tickets required for entry. Free tickets available on the 5th floor at 10 am the same day. Space is limited** Join us on the 5th floor to…

Family Storytime at Marilyn J. Praisner Library - In-person

Marilyn J. Praisner Library · Burtonsville · Ages 1–5

Followed by Stay and Play! These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and…

Make & Take: Greeting Cards

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 5–13

Create beautiful greeting cards with the Cricut cutting machine . During Maker Lab Open hours.

Maker Lab Drop-in Hours

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 5–13

The Maker Lab @ Herndon is a space designed for people who love to learn, discover, and explore.

Play and Grow: Ages 0-3

Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room · Oxon Hill · Ages 5–12

Presented by PGCPS Infants and Toddlers Program Stories, music, and activities for children ages 0-3 with and without special needs.

STEMusic Concert - Summer Reading 2026

Long Branch Library Meeting Room - Long Branch Library Meeting Room · Silver Spring · Ages 5–12

the Long Branch Library Get ready for the ultimate STEMusic Concert!

Brick and Chill: Teen LEGO® Hangout

Arlington Public Library · Arlington · Ages 5–13

This program is for grades 6-12 Start your weekend with a blast of creativity!

Pottery Painting for Kids -- Patriotic Plate

City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101A, City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101B · Tysons · $ · Ages 5–12

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the USA by making a piece of patriotic art!

Arlington County Fair

Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S 2nd St, Arlington VA 22204 · Arlington · Ages 1–12

Celebrating 50 years of fairs! The Arlington County Fair, a joint endeavor between Arlington County Government and the non-profit,…

Reading Buddies

Dolley Madison Meeting Room 1, Dolley Madison Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · $ · Ages 3–13

Read, Learn, and Grow Together! Join us for a new student-led program for the summer - Reading Buddies! Read one-on-one with one of our…

LEGO® Afternoon

Gaithersburg Library · Gaithersburg · Ages 1–12

Gaithersburg Library Come by for some LEGO® building fun!

Movie: "Superman" (PG-13)

Bowie - Auditorium · Bowie · Ages 10–13

Enjoy a free screening of "Superman" at the library.

Resin Workshop

Rockville Memorial Library · Rockville · Ages 10–13

Rockville Memorial Library Design your own art using resin during this special Teen Summer Reading Event!

STEMusic Concert - Summer Reading 2026

Gaithersburg Library - 2nd floor meeting room · Gaithersburg · Ages 5–12

Gaithersburg Library Get ready for the ultimate STEMusic Concert!

Here's the Stitchuation!

Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room 1 (10-100 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

Come stitch with us – one thread at a time!

LEGO Construction Crew and Duplos Too!

Quince Orchard Library · Gaithersburg · Ages 1–12

Quince Orchard Library Join us on Friday afternoons to build with LEGO and Duplos too!

Preschool Play and Learn

Twinbrook Library · Rockville · Ages 1–5

Twinbrook Library Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to the library to participate in a short circle time, followed by…

TeenyBopper Cinema

Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library - First Floor Meeting Room (50-125 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

Hopper's (2026) Join us in the library's First-Floor meeting room for a movie at 3:30 pm on Aug. 14th.

Game On

Mount Rainier · Mount Rainier · Ages 5–13

Held in the Children's Area Gear up for an exciting time filled with friendly competition!

Get Active: Yoga for Families

Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room) · Laurel · Ages 5–12

Join us for a fun and engaging yoga class for children ages 6–10 and their caregivers, led by instructor Genevieve.

Kids Create: Triassic Terrariums

Spauldings - Large Meeting Room · District Heights · Ages 5–12

Have fun making art and crafts while learning new skills.

Anime Manga Club

Parklands-Turner Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

It's a ninja showdown! Dive into adventure with our high-energy Ninja Pool Noodle game and uncover awesome facts about real ninjas while…

Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria · Ages 3–12

The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.

DC Summer Puzzle Challenge

Deanwood Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

One giant 40,320-piece puzzle. Ten DCPL locations. Three months to complete it. DC Public Library and DC Puzzle Swap are teaming up this…

Family Nature Program

DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Washington · Ages 3–13

Outdoor nature, ranger, garden, or recreation programming for families in Washington DC.

Girl Scouts: STEM Career Badge + Playground

National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 5–12

Explore Girl Scout badge programs inspired by the world we design and build!

Neighborhood Plant Clinic

City of Fairfax Lobby · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Calling all home gardeners! Drop in for horticultural tips, information, techniques, and advice from the Fairfax County Master Gardeners .…

Quilting 101!

PO DIY · Tysons · Ages 10–13

Have you ever wanted to learn how to quilt?

Saturday, August 15 FREE admission for all youth ages 11 and under EVERY DAY! Fair Hours: Fairgrounds: 10:00 AM – Midnig

Montgomery County Agricultural Fair · Gaithersburg · Ages 5–13

Garden Explorers

Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington · $ · Ages 5–12

For students in rising Grades 2-5 and their families Explore the library’s gardens and complete a hands-on activity, then plant a native plant to take home.

Family Storytime

Tysons-Pimmit Meeting Room 1, Tysons-Pimmit Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · $ · Ages 1–12

Experience the joy of playful learning. Children and their caregivers participate in music, movement and song in this program that…

LEGO in the Library (ages 4-18)

Great Falls Meeting Room · Tysons · Ages 3–13

Calling all LEGO lovers! Join other kids who love building as much as you. The library provides the LEGO bricks - you provide the…

Mommy and Me Yoga

Burke Centre Meeting Room 116, Burke Centre Meeting Room 117 · Tysons · $ · Ages 3–12

Stretch, move, and bond at Mommy & Me Yoga , a fun and relaxing class designed for children ages 3–6 and their caregivers.

Playdate Cafe

Pohick Meeting Room 1, Pohick Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · Ages 1–12

Kids can play with fun toys and each other while adults have an opportunity to socialize with other adults.

Saturday Family Storytime

Oakton Meeting Room 1, Oakton Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · $ · Ages 1–5

Interactive stories, songs and action rhymes.

Saturday Stories

Richard Byrd Lobby · Tysons · Ages 1–12

Join us in the children's area for a storytime designed for families with children ages birth to five.

Saturday Storytime-Wiggles and Movement

Lorton Meeting Room · Tysons · Ages 1–12

Storytime for Ages 0-5 years Join us for stories, songs, movement and early literacy fun all about Exercise and Movement!

Saturday Storytime!

George Mason Meeting Room · Tysons · Ages 3–5

Unearth a story (or more!) for your summer reading log at this storytime featuring bugs and spiders.

Bach2Rock Musical Storytime

City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101A, City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101B · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Are you ready to Rock?! We are wrapping up summer with a bang!

International Cat Day

National Zoo · Washington · Ages 5–12

Have a paw-some time with the cats living at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute!

Mini-Makers - Summer Sunflower

Kings Park Meeting Room · Tysons · $ · Ages 5–12

We will be making tissue paper sunflowers!

Pop-Up Storytime

Reston Children's Department · Tysons · Ages 1–12

Come enjoy a Saturday morning at the library!

Saturday Stories Dinosaur Edition at Herndon Library!

Herndon Fortnightly Meeting Room · Tysons · Ages 1–12

Enjoy all things dinosaurs with stories, songs and rhymes for the whole family at this interactive Storytime.

End of Summer Open House: Unearth A Story

Thomas Jefferson Conference Room, Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 1, Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Wrap up your summer with dinosaur fun and games at the library!

LEGO in the Library

Burke Centre Meeting Room 116, Burke Centre Meeting Room 117 · Tysons · Ages 5–12

Calling all LEGO lovers! Drop in after school to create and build with LEGO bricks. Meet others who love building creations as much as you!…

Art Station with VisArts

Rockville Memorial Library - Second Floor Programming Room · Rockville · Ages 3–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Get creative with community artists from VisArts!

Audio Wonder Room (Science and Sound)

Rockville Memorial Library - First Floor Programming Room · Rockville · Ages 3–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Explore hands-on sound experiments, discover how audio works, and learn the science behind music in this interactive drop-in space for all ages.

Borrow a Board Game

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria · Ages 5–12

Use the library's board and card games while hanging out in the youth services area!

Drumming Basics: Brazilian Rhythms

Rockville Memorial Library - Rockville Town Center Plaza Mainstage · Rockville · Ages 3–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Start Vinyl Day with the vibrant heartbeat of Brazil!

Georgetown Library English Conversation Club

Georgetown Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

A weekly conversation circle for English-language learners Would you like to improve your English-language skills in a small and comfortable group?

Listening Lounge

Rockville Memorial Library - Inside the Library · Rockville · Ages 3–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Unwind with curated vinyl selections in a cozy listening space.

Master Gardeners' Plant Clinic

Quince Orchard Library · Gaithersburg · Ages 5–13

Quince Orchard Library Need gardening advice?

Vinyl Sale with FOLMC

Rockville Memorial Library - Main Floor, outside the FOLMC Book Sale Room · Rockville · Ages 3–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Dig through crates of records and discover your next favorite album.

Zumba Fitness

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · $ · Ages 10–13

Come get in shape while having fun with Lan Le, our certified Zumba instructor!

Family Storytime at White Oak, plus Stay 'n Play

White Oak Library · Silver Spring · Ages 1–5

It's 3rd Saturday story time! A 25-30 minute storytime for ages 0-6, filled with stories and activities that promote and develop language…

Master Gardeners' Plant Clinic - In-person

Davis Library · Bethesda · Ages 3–13

Do you have gardening questions? They have answers! The Master Gardeners from Montgomery County Cooperative Extension will be at the…

Play Date at the Library

Olney Library · Olney · Ages 1–5

A drop-in playtime for children and their caregivers.

Play Date at the Maggie Nightingale Library

Maggie Nightingale Library · Poolesville · Ages 1–5

Drop-in playtime for children 6mos - 6yrs & their caregivers Drop in anytime between 10:30am & 12:00pm for free play time in our meeting room.

Read to a Dog

Potomac Library · Rockville · Ages 5–12

Potomac Library Read to a certified therapy dog!

Read to a Dog - In-person

Kensington Park Library · Kensington · Ages 5–12

Drop in and read to a dog! Drop in and read to a certified therapy dog! Bring your own book or choose one from our collection. For…

Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5

Bladensburg · Bladensburg · Ages 5–12

Held in the Children's Area Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays!

Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5

Hyattsville · Hyattsville · Ages 5–12

Held in the Storytime Room Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays!

STEM at the Library: LEGO & DUPLO Play

Chevy Chase Library · Chevy Chase · Ages 1–12

Chevy Chase Library Drop in for an open session of LEGO & DUPLO play!

STEM Explorers: Make Your Own Dinosaur Egg

Quince Orchard Library · Gaithersburg · Ages 1–12

Quince Orchard Library Join us for an egg-citing adventure!

A Visit with LAYC DC Prevention Center Wards 1 & 2

Lamont Plaza - Lamont Plaza · Washington · Ages 10–13

Bilingual outreach health program Public health information and Narcan distribution with bilingual assistance in Spanish and English at the…

Yoga with Nzinga

Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

Kemetic Yoga / Find your Balance Kemetic Yoga focuses on controlled breathing, geometric postures, and slow, intentional movement designed…

Yoga With NZINGA

Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room 1 (11-50 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

Chair Yoga for Seniors Join Instructor Nzinga for rejuvenating Kemetic Yoga classes.

Arlington Plays: Math Carnival

Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington · $ · Ages 5–13

For families with children in Grades K-5 Play math games and puzzles curated from math education nonprofits with local high school teens, plus a chance to win prizes!

Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway! - Held in the Parking Lot

Glenarden · Glenarden · Ages 5–13

Get ready for the new school year with a brand-new backpack filled with school supplies, courtesy of Grind Hard, Dream Big and their community partners!

Chess Club

Cherry Conference Room · Arlington · $ · Ages 5–12

Join the library for a friendly game or two Looking to sharpen your chess skills?

Children’s Story Time

Rockville Memorial Library - Children's Area · Rockville · Ages 1–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Enjoy a fun, music-themed story time designed for young listeners.

Community Plant Swap

City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101A, City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101B · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Do you have extra seedlings? Are your houseplants getting out of control? On the hunt for different varieties of plants to add to your…

Echoes of Nature presents: Animals Around the World

Olney Library · Olney · All ages

Olney Library Learn about exotic animals from around the world!

Family Fitness and Play

DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Washington · Ages 5–13

Low-pressure movement, games, and recreation for families in Washington DC.

Family Museum Program

Smithsonian Events · Washington · $ · Ages 3–13

Family-friendly museum programming, discovery activities, and exhibit-based learning in Washington DC.

Local Author Talk with E. A. Dustin

Kings Park Meeting Room · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Join local author E. A. Dustin for an interview-style discussion of her historical novels, The Alphabet Girls and Save Me Twice . The…

Make & Take: Greeting Cards

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 5–13

Create beautiful greeting cards with the Cricut cutting machine . During Maker Lab Open hours.

Maker Lab Drop-in Hours

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 5–13

The Maker Lab @ Herndon is a space designed for people who love to learn, discover, and explore.

Meet Owls and Birds of Prey

Chantilly Meeting Room · Tysons · Ages 10–13

Learn About Birds at the Library Did you know that there are birds of prey living and hunting right in your own backyard?

MLK Bargain Basement Books & Shop

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

An MLK Friends Event Browse used books and library merch!

PANINI Sticker Swap

2nd Floor · Arlington · Ages 3–12

Swap stickers with other fans to complete your collection!

Paws to Read with Lucy

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Read aloud to Lucy, a trained therapy dog.

Read to a Dog

Aspen Hill Library · Rockville · Ages 5–12

Pets on Wheels will be bringing a dog to the Aspen Hill Library!

Read to a Dog at Long Branch Library

Long Branch Library · Silver Spring · Ages 1–12

Stop in and visit with our wonderful therapy dogs!

Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3-5

New Carrollton · New Carrollton · Ages 5–12

Held in the Storytime Room Bring your preschooler for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs, and fingerplays!

Rhythmaya Dance

Aspen Hill Library · Rockville · All ages

Indian Classical and Bollywood Dance Learn about classical, folk, and modern dances from all over India.

Rock en Español

Rockville Memorial Library - Rockville Town Center Plaza Mainstage · Rockville · Ages 3–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Enjoy experiencing a vibrant mix of music genres with La Bodoquita!

Saturday Bellevue Cinema: Health & Wellness

Bellevue (William O. Lockridge) Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room (25-100 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

Health & Wellness Month Observing Health & Wellness Month with film.

Sew it Seams: Intermediate Open Sewing Lab

Oxon Hill - Foundry · Oxon Hill · Ages 5–13

Join community members as they meet together to sew.

Children’s Dance Party

Rockville Memorial Library - Children's Area · Rockville · Ages 1–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Keep the energy going with an upbeat dance party featuring kid-friendly tracks and guided movement.

(TAB) Teen Advisory Board

Twinbrook Library · Rockville · Ages 10–13

Twinbrook • Shape Teen Programming • Gain Leadership Experience • Receive 4 Service-Learning Hours • Free Snacks and Sips Join us for our Teen Advisory Board!

An Afternoon with Children's Authors

Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room 1 (10-100 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

Join us for an afternoon of local children's authors, Melanie Lymon-Harris and Cherie Craney sharing their inspirational children's books.

How to Draw Anime/Manga

Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 1, Thomas Jefferson Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · Ages 10–13

In this art workshop, learn to draw a manga-style warrior with step-by-step instructions from graphic artist Orion Zangara.

K-Pop DJ Mix

Rockville Memorial Library - Rockville Town Center Plaza Mainstage · Rockville · Ages 3–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Enjoy a K-Pop mix of iconic hits with DJ Carl Hamm!

Master Gardeners Plant Clinic

Gaithersburg Library · Gaithersburg · Ages 10–13

Gaithersburg Library Bring your gardening questions, plant materials or mystery insects to the Montgomery County Master Gardeners!

Silent Disco Party 1

Rockville Memorial Library - Teen Room · Rockville · Ages 10–13

Vinyl Day 2026 Grab a headset, choose your channel, and dance your heart out at this silent disco made just for teens.

Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia Performance

John Marshall Meeting Room 1, John Marshall Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Experience Instrumental Music at the Library Join us for a special musical concert from Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia!

Vintage Car Show & Pinewood Derby Race

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

Celebrating 250 Years of America — DC Style Come admire beautifully restored automobiles from local car clubs and individual collectors,…

Back-to-School Clothing Swap

Wheaton Library · Silver Spring · Ages 5–13

presented by Department of Environmental Protection Join us for a Back-to-School Clothing Swap - clean, gently used clothing in all sizes.

2nd Annual Back to School Bash

Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

Join us as we celebrate the return of the school year with our 2nd Annual Back to School Bash.

Chess Club

Meeting Room (E103) · Tysons · Ages 5–13

Do you play chess? Want to learn? Chess enthusiasts of all skill levels are invited to join Kingstowne Chess Club! We will meet monthly for…

District Vibes / American Pride Exhibition Tours

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

DC Public Library is commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary by showcasing the unique and vibrant contributions Washingtonians have…

Dungeons & Dragons at the Library

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library · Alexandria · $ · Ages 5–12

Come play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13. D&D is a fantasy tabletop role playing game where you use your…

Feminist Bird Club: Wingspan Board Game Event

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library - 401-A Conference Room (20-50 Person Capa · Washington · Ages 10–13

The Feminist Bird Club is partnering with DCPL to hold a fun Wingspan Board Game Day!

History of DJing and Hip Hop Culture

Rockville Memorial Library - Rockville Town Center Plaza Mainstage · Rockville · Ages 3–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Discover the origins of DJing and the evolution of Hip Hop!

Musical Experience Event with 3 Local Authors

Oakton Meeting Room 1, Oakton Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · Ages 5–12

"Featuring children's books from local authors and music from local musicians, this family-friendly event gives previews into three new…

Non-Traditional Board Games - In-person

Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library · Silver Spring · Ages 3–12

Come find your perfect game and make new friends!

Roy Moy STEMusic

Rockville Memorial Library - Children's Area · Rockville · Ages 1–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Join Roy Moy for an exciting STEM-infused music experience blending science concepts with catchy tunes and interactive learning.

It's the Beach Episode! Anime Marathon

Woodridge Neighborhood Library - Conference Room A (6-14 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

The Beach Episode: One of the most famous and enduring tropes, a mid-season palate cleanser, and provides lighthearted comedy break.

Georgetown Library Chess Club

Georgetown Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room 1 (10-80 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

The Georgetown Library Chess Club welcomes players of all ages and skill levels.

Leon City Sounds: Cumbia

Rockville Memorial Library - Rockville Town Center Plaza Mainstage · Rockville · Ages 3–12

Vinyl Day 2026 Enjoy the lively and rich rhythms of Cumbia!

Rock the Art

Germantown Library · Germantown · Ages 5–12

Rock Painting Activity Bring your creativity to life with Rock Painting!

Silent Disco Party 2

Rockville Memorial Library - Teen Room · Rockville · Ages 10–13

Vinyl Day 2026 The disco continues! Drop in for round two of wireless dancing fun just for teens. Vinyl Day: Just for the Record is a day…

Tail Waggin' Tutors

Bladensburg · Bladensburg · Ages 5–12

Held in the Children's Area Boost your child’s confidence by reading to friendly, trained therapy dogs!

Pokémon Club for Kids

Twinbrook Library · Rockville · Ages 5–12

Twinbrook Library Share your love of all things Pokémon!

Family Movie Day - Hoppers

Maggie Nightingale Library · Poolesville · Ages 5–12

the Maggie Nightingale Library Spend the afternoon at the library with your family and watch "Hoppers." Hoppers is a movie about a…

Funny Crew

Davis Library · Bethesda · Ages 1–12

Summer Reading 2026 Captain Tomado brings a family-friendly magic show full of jokes and funny stories, packed with laughs and unexpected turns.

Summer Crafts with ScribbleArtz

Gaithersburg Library · Gaithersburg · Ages 5–12

Gaithersburg Library Children will explore their creativity with different craft materials during this Saturday class presented by local student group ScribbleArtz!

Wildlife Detectives: Digging for Clues - In-person

Kensington Park Library · Kensington · Ages 1–12

Grab your magnifying glass and get ready to dig up some wild secrets!

Canto Tea Chat｜飲茶 + 傾偈

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

A Cantonese-language conversation group to practice, listen, and connect.

Family Laser Tag

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · $ · Ages 5–13

After hours laser tag at the library for families with kids entering 4th grade and up.

Prehistoric Scavenger Hunt

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 1–12

Ancient creatures from the Mesozoic Era (252-66 million years ago) are stomping around Reston Regional Library!

Youth Display Case-Left

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 3–13

Show Off Your Collection! Sign up for a Display Case at the Library Do you have a cool collection or a fun theme you'd love to share with…

Youth Display Case-Right

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 3–13

Show Off Your Collection! Sign up for a Display Case at the Library Do you have a cool collection or a fun theme you'd love to share with…

Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library · Alexandria · Ages 3–12

The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.

Montgomery County Fair – 4-H Day!

Montgomery County Agricultural Fair · Gaithersburg · Ages 5–13

FREE admission for all youth ages 11 and under everyday!

4-H Day! Sunday, Aug. 16

Montgomery County Agricultural Fair · Gaithersburg · Ages 5–13

FREE admission for all youth ages 11 and under EVERY DAY! Fair Hours: Fairgrounds: 10:00 AM – 11:00PM / Carnival: 12NOON – 11:00PM…

Family Nature Program

DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Washington · Ages 3–13

Outdoor nature, ranger, garden, or recreation programming for families in Washington DC.

Girl Scouts: STEM Career Badge + Playground

National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 5–12

Explore Girl Scout badge programs inspired by the world we design and build!

Little Builders at THE PLAYGROUND

National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 3–12

| 10:30 to 11:30 am Little Builders is a monthly workshop series for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers, offering a playful…

Sherwood's Summer Read-Out

Sherwood Meeting Room · Tysons · All ages

Reach your Summer Reading goal on Sherwood's front lawn!

Quilting 102!

PO DIY · Tysons · Ages 10–13

For next level quilting. This class is for confident and independent quilters. Learn more advanced techniques. No registration necessary…

Kids' Comic Club: Summer Series

Pohick Meeting Room 1, Pohick Meeting Room 2 · Tysons · Ages 1–12

Do you love graphic novels? Unearth a Story® all summer long by joining our book club dedicated to the library’s summer reading book picks!…

Master Gardeners Plant Clinic

Pohick Lobby · Tysons · Ages 10–13

Come get answers to your pressing plant questions, and chat with area Master Gardeners.

The YoYo Club

Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington · Ages 5–12

Throw your Sunday away at Central Library!

Family Storytime

Rockville Memorial Library · Rockville · $ · Ages 1–5

Rockville Library These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and…

Chantilly's Close-KNIT Community

Chantilly Conference Room · Tysons · Ages 10–13

knitting group invites knitters of all levels to bring in a project, chat with fellow knitting enthusiasts, and learn from each other in this weekly get together.

Family Museum Program

Smithsonian Events · Washington · $ · Ages 3–13

Family-friendly museum programming, discovery activities, and exhibit-based learning in Washington DC.

Little Pages: English Learning Storytime

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 3–12

Enjoy stories and writing activities designed for kids learning English as a second language.

Read to the Dog

Conference Room (E151) · Tysons · $ · Ages 3–12

Register for a 15 minute slot to read to a trained therapy dog.

Sunday Fun Day at Wheaton Library!

Wheaton Library · Silver Spring · Ages 1–5

Children's Program Room A drop-in playtime for children and their caregivers.

Socrates Cafe

City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101A, City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101B · Tysons · Ages 5–12

Join us for a friendly philosophic conversation!

Teen Volunteer Fall Registration

City of Fairfax Conference Room 103 · Tysons · $ · Ages 10–13

Join the team at City of Fairfax Library!

Knitting and Yarn Crafters at Central

Quincy Room · Arlington · Ages 5–12

Work on your project(s) with other yarn craft lovers to share your enthusiasm and to learn from each other.

Chess at Rockville Memorial Library

Rockville Memorial Library - Adult Programming Room · Rockville · Ages 5–13

The Rockville Chess Club will host Open Play from 4:00pm to 5:50pm.

Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition - Virtual

Virtual Branch · Rockville · Ages 10–13

Join us for a short adventure. Please register as space is limited. NEW: You will need to be signed into Zoom to attend this program via…

Twig Sailboats! - In-person

Wheaton Library · Silver Spring · All ages

presented by the Wheaton Arts Parade Create some fun summery decorations with twigs, yarn, and paper.

Woodridge Back to School Festival

Woodridge Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

Celebrate the start of a new school year at Woodridge Library's annual Back to School Festival!

Board Game Bliss

Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room · Alexandria · Ages 10–13

Let's celebrate the joy of playing games!

Family Improv

Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

Come join us for an afternoon of Improv games created and played by you.

Chess in the Square

Rockville Town Square - Rockville Town Square · Rockville · Ages 5–13

Join us for a fun-filled community chess event in the Rockville Town Square!

Children's Display Case

Fairfax County Public Library · Tysons · Ages 5–12

Display your favorite collection in one of our children's display cases!