Kid friendly places in Fairfax County

Fairfax County is where Playdate NoVA has the deepest mix of indoor play, destination parks, library programs, farms, arcades, and birthday venues.

• Me Land Chantilly, Me Land, Chantilly, VA. Large indoor playground in Chantilly with slides, climbing, toddler play zones, and parent seating. $12.99 to $19.99, stroller friendly Official source
• Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA. A paid 95-acre botanical garden walk with paved paths, lakes, seasonal plants, Visitor Center restrooms, and two free first-come wheelchairs. Outdoor toys, outside food, and pets are not allowed inside the fenced garden. $5 to $9, stroller friendly Official source
• Clemyjontri Park, Clemyjontri Park, McLean, VA. Large accessible playground with wide paths, year round restrooms, and a strong mixed-age setup. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Frying Pan Farm Park, Frying Pan Farm Park, Herndon, VA. Free farm park outing with animals, paths, and easy parking; paid only for select programs or rides. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Our Special Harbor and Chessie's Big Backyard, Franconia Park, Alexandria, VA. Start at the free accessible spray park, then walk over to Chessie's Big Backyard for dry playground time before getting back in the car. The map documents a permanent year round restroom, and picnic tables are available under two pavilions. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Workhouse Arts Center, Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton, VA. A free historic art-campus visit with galleries, artist studios, public restrooms, accessible single-level buildings, and generally free parking. A hands-on child class is not a standing daily activity and needs its own current program listing. Free general admission, stroller friendly Official source
• Super, Awesome & Amazing, The St. James, Springfield, VA. A large active destination with separate tickets for the Active Entertainment Center, weekend indoor waterpark, Sunday Tot Time, and arcade. Choose the attraction before paying. $18 to $30 Official source
• Scramble Falls Church, Scramble Falls Church, Falls Church, VA. Indoor playground with separate infant, toddler, kid, and big kid areas, plus climbing, parent seating, and an onsite cafe. $5 to $27, stroller friendly Official source
• Jolly Yolly Kids, Jolly Yolly Kids, Fairfax, VA. Bright indoor gym and play space with age level equipment, daily cleaning notes, and birthday party options. $11.95 to $18.95, stroller friendly Official source
• Play Street Museum Fairfax, Play Street Museum Fairfax, Fairfax, VA. Small-format children's museum with pretend-play exhibits, reservation sessions, and birthday party options. $18 Official source
• Romp n' Roll Fairfax, Romp n' Roll Fairfax, Fairfax, VA. Classes and Open Playtime for children from 3 months through 5 years, with parent participation based on the child's age and the selected class. Memberships from $129 monthly Official source
• City of Fairfax Regional Library with Kids, City of Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax, VA. A free indoor backup with children's books, multilingual collections, internet stations, and a covered 199-space garage. Storytimes and other programs appear as dated events with their own age, time, registration, and room limits. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Van Dyck Park, Van Dyck Park, Fairfax, VA. A free 36 acre City of Fairfax park with a playground, paved trail, basketball, pickleball, tennis, volleyball, a skate park, gardens, picnic tables, benches, pavilions, a Throne restroom, and onsite parking. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Lorton Farmers Market, VRE parking lot, Lorton, VA. A Sunday food shopping stop with rotating vendors. The official page does not promise a weekly child activity. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Dave & Buster's Fairfax, Dave & Buster's, Fairfax, VA. An older-kid arcade and restaurant option inside Fair Oaks Mall. Set the Power Card amount before arrival, and ask for a current birthday quote because package prices vary. Power Card amount varies Official source
• Monster Mini Golf Chantilly, Monster Mini Golf, Chantilly, VA. Glow mini golf, arcade games, laser tag, and mini bowling for older kids who need an indoor activity. $12 to $33 Official source
• Fun Land of Fairfax, Fun Land of Fairfax, Centreville, VA. An indoor older-kid outing with arcade games, go-karts, laser tag, a ropes course, and climbing. Check height rules before promising a specific attraction. $10 attractions · $43.99 online day pass Official source
• Escapology Fairfax, Escapology Fairfax Corner, Fairfax, VA. A private 60-minute escape-room outing for puzzle-loving older kids. Kids Mode is designed for ages 7 to 14, and families should allow about 90 minutes for arrival, the game, and the wrap-up. Price varies by room, group, and time Official source
• Muse Paintbar Fairfax, Muse Paintbar Mosaic District, Fairfax, VA. A guided painting studio in Mosaic District with public kids and family sessions plus private birthday packages. Check the exact class age and start time before booking. Public classes vary · Kids parties from $50 per painter Official source
• Kidcreate Studio Fairfax Station, Kidcreate Studio Fairfax Station, Fairfax Station, VA. A hands-on art studio with classes, workshops, camps, and private parties. The official program ages vary, so choose the exact offering for the youngest child and register before driving over. Paid classes · Free trial available Official source
• TCG Village, TCG Village, Chantilly, VA. Pokemon focused trading card shop with events, trades, collectibles, and older kid hobby browsing. Paid products and events Official source
• Burke Lake Park, Burke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VA. Large destination park with playgrounds, seasonal rides, a lake trail, and 100 wooded campsites for tents or small RVs. Free park entry, stroller friendly Official source
• Lake Fairfax Park, Lake Fairfax Park, Reston, VA. Free playground, trails, and picnic areas with tent and RV camping, plus the paid Water Mine in summer. Free park entry, stroller friendly Official source
• Bull Run Regional Park Camping, Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville, VA. Family camping with electric, water, or full hookup sites plus rustic cabins. Choose the hookup before comparing price; Atlantis Waterpark requires separate admission. $34+ campsites · $90+ cabins Official source
• Pohick Bay Regional Park Camping, Pohick Bay Regional Park, Lorton, VA. Shaded tent, electric, water, and full-hookup camping with trails and selected camper programs. Pirate's Cove, boating, and mini golf cost extra. $37+ campsites · cabins extra Official source
• Mason District Park, Mason District Park, Annandale, VA. A free Annandale park with a playground, tot lot, permanent restroom, fields, natural area, hiking trail, tennis courts, and summer children's entertainment. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole, Lake Fairfax Park, Reston, VA. Full family water park with toddler areas, a lazy river, larger slides, an interactive water playground, and enough variety for siblings at different ages. $14.25 to $22, stroller friendly Official source
• Frying Pan Farm Park Birthday Packages, Frying Pan Farm Park, Herndon, VA. Outdoor farm party with a shelter tent, games, and staff activities for up to 25 total guests. Families provide food, setup, and cleanup. $300 to $400, stroller friendly Official source
• Launch Herndon Birthday Parties, Launch Herndon, Herndon, VA. Indoor party packages for 10 guests. The action packages include a private room, pizza, drinks, a host, and place settings; the lower priced laser tag package uses reserved tables. Grip socks and added guest prices vary by package. From $394 Official source
• Water Mine FUNbrella Party Rentals, The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole, Reston, VA. Shaded water park party rental with five picnic tables for 10 to 25 people. Every guest also needs a Water Mine admission ticket. From $110 plus admission, stroller friendly Official source
• Clemyjontri Shelter and Canopy Rentals, Clemyjontri Park, McLean, VA. Accessible playground party with a reserved canopy or shelter, picnic tables, year round restrooms, and free playground admission. Grills and inflatables are not allowed. From $110, stroller friendly Official source
• Play Street Museum Fairfax Parties, Play Street Museum Fairfax, Fairfax, VA. Pretend play party with semi private and private choices. Private parties include up to 20 children and staff handles the final cleanup. From $350 Official source
• Me Land Chantilly Birthday Parties, Me Land Chantilly, Chantilly, VA. Shared playground time followed by a private room with pizza, drinks, supplies, a host, setup, and cleanup. Extra child fees apply. From $319, stroller friendly Official source
• Scramble Falls Church Birthday Parties, Scramble Falls Church, Falls Church, VA. Indoor play party with food, a coordinator, and favors. The room package is private, while the table package uses reserved seating. From $450, stroller friendly Official source
• Monster Mini Golf Chantilly Birthday Parties, Monster Mini Golf Chantilly, Chantilly, VA. Glow mini golf and arcade packages include a private room, setup, service, and cleanup. Standard parties use a 90 minute room. The weekend VIM package runs two hours for 25 guests. Food and extra attractions cost more. From $275 Official source
• Kidcreate Studio Fairfax Station Birthday Parties, Kidcreate Studio Fairfax Station, Fairfax Station, VA. Private in-studio art party with a dedicated party leader and art instructor, private studio use, a chosen project, all materials, setup, and cleanup. Every guest takes home the finished project. The official page does not publish a package price. Custom quote, stroller friendly Official source
• Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, Fairfax, VA. A City of Fairfax event and rental venue with three flexible rooms, bathrooms, parking, and Van Dyck Park next door. Use it for a scheduled class, public event, or reserved private party, not as open play. Program or rental price varies Official source
• Move It Mondays, Dolley Madison Library, McLean, VA. Join us for free play using our gross motor toys and equipment. No registration required. For children 18 months - 5 years old. Adult Participation... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Under the Sea Scavenger Hunt!, Herndon Fortnightly Library, Herndon, VA. Stop by the information desk for our latest Scavenger Hunt in our children's section! Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Baby Steps, Kings Park Library, Burke, VA. Are you looking for ways to help your new baby learn, grow, and socialize? Then come join us for early literacy activities, sing alongs, and rhymes... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Bouncing Babies, Pohick Regional Library, Burke, VA. Songs, rhymes, stories and activities for baby and you. Birth-11 months with adult. Limit 12 babies with parent on a first come, first serve bas... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime, Lorton Library, Lorton, VA. Storytime for Ages 3-5 years Join us for stories, songs, movement and early literacy fun! Registration Registration required for all Preschool Chil... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Lava Lamp Lab, John Marshall Library, Alexandria, VA. Mix, bubble, and swirl your way to a colorful science experiment. Create your own lava lamp while exploring the fun science behind how it works. Al... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• DINO-Mite Craft Day, Oakton Library, Oakton, VA. Join us at Oakton library for our dinosaur CRAFT Day to make all things DINOSAUR! Free, stroller friendly Official source
• LEGO Club, Thomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church, VA. Do you love LEGO? Use our huge selection of LEGO pieces to build to your heart's content! Draw a Challenge Card for inspiration, dig into our colle... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• 3D Basics for Kids, Oakton Library, Oakton, VA. Have you ever wanted to learn to make objects using a 3D printer? In this class we are going to learn to use TinkerCAD to create 3D objects to prin... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• LEGO Club, City of Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax, VA. Come and Create! Build with LEGO bricks to your heart's content. This is a free-play environment where you can create masterpieces or simply experi... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Maker Monday: How to Build a Circuit Flower, Herndon Fortnightly Library, Herndon, VA. Today's Maker Monday: How to Build a Circuit Flower Ages 5-12 with an adult. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Outside Family Storytime, Martha Washington Library, Alexandria, VA. Join us outside the library for stories and fun. Bring a blanket, chair or yoga mat to sit on. We will meet on the south side of the library. Come... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Toddler Storytime, Dolley Madison Library, McLean, VA. Welcome to Storytime! 18 months to 36 months. Build an early literacy foundation with rhymes, songs and stories for your toddler! Toddler Storytime... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Early Bird Baby Lapsit Storytime, Great Falls Library, Great Falls, VA. New times! 10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your b... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Family Yoga, Reston Regional Library, Reston, VA. Come and enjoy yoga at Reston Regional Library! Learn about yoga poses and breathing techniques all while listening to stories and songs and playin... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime: Ready for Kindergarten Edition at Herndon Library, Herndon Fortnightly Library, Herndon, VA. Join us for an extra special preschool Storytime celebrating Kindergarten readiness! Enjoy a delightful early literacy Storytime with stories, song... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Spanish Bilingual Storytime, Richard Byrd Library, Springfield, VA. Bienvenido! Join us for books and songs in both English and Spanish as we learn and have fun together in this bilingual storytime presented in part... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Summer Family Storytime, Oakton Library, Oakton, VA. Interactive stories, songs, and action rhymes. For ages 2-5 with a parent. No registration or tickets required. Doors close when room capacity i... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Toddler Storytime, Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. Build your child's early literacy skills with stories, songs, and rhymes followed by playtime to develop their social skills. Ages 18-36 months wit... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Toddler Storytime, Centreville Regional Library, Centreville, VA. Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages 2 to 3 years old with adult. No registration. Space is limited. Please arrive early... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Toddler Storytime, Lorton Library, Lorton, VA. Storytime for Ages 18-36 months Interactive Storytime with books, songs and movement for toddlers. Registration Registration required for all Toddl... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Toddler Storytime, George Mason Regional Library, Annandale, VA. Watch your little one grow from baby to big kid in our early literacy-enhanced storytime with stories, songs and more. Ages 18 months - 3 years wit... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Toddler Storytime, Dolley Madison Library, McLean, VA. Welcome to Storytime! 18 months to 36 months. Build an early literacy foundation with rhymes, songs and stories for your toddler! Toddler Storytime... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Tots and Twos!, Kings Park Library, Burke, VA. Enjoy an early literacy Storytime geared towards toddlers, with stories, songs and fingerplays. Build an early literacy foundation while enjoying t... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Wonderful Ones Storytime, Pohick Regional Library, Burke, VA. Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes with an early literacy foundation geared towards ages 12-23 months. Participation is limited to 15 one-year olds wi... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Late Worm Baby Lapsit Storytime, Great Falls Library, Great Falls, VA. New times! 10:15 - 10:45 am Early Bird Storytime 10:45 - 11:15 am Play Time (for both groups) 11:15 - 11:45 am Late Worm Storytime Bond with your b... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Dinoman Dinosaurs, Thomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church, VA. What has dinosaur fossils, dinosaur updates, fun, magic, and life-sized dinosaurs? Dinoman Dinosaurs of course! Many dinosaur questions are answere... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Youth Crochet Crew, Pohick Regional Library, Burke, VA. A 6-week program where crafters will learn to crochet from the very first stitch. Each Tuesday The Crew will add another new crochet skill and comp... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Dinoman Dinosaurs, Great Falls Library, Great Falls, VA. What has dinosaur fossils, dinosaur updates, fun, magic, and life-sized dinosaurs? Dinoman Dinosaurs of course! Many dinosaur questions are answere... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Learn to Code with Scratch, Oakton Library, Oakton, VA. Come to Oakton library for engaging STEAM activities that are hands-on and fun! STEAM education encourage students to think more broadly about real... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• STEAM-Cardboard Creations, Lorton Library, Lorton, VA. Rising Grades K-6 Think out of the box and create something new out of cardboard. The Library will provide materials to design your own cardboard d... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Baby Lap-Sit Storytime, Chantilly Regional Library, Chantilly, VA. Join Ms. Sailaja for a fun early literacy Baby Lap-Sit Storytime. We will share books, songs and body movement that encourages interaction between... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Baby & Me Storytime at Herndon Library, Herndon Fortnightly Library, Herndon, VA. Lapsit for babies in arms with songs, bouncing rhymes, a story and more. Babies will remain in parent's arm during the program. Ages birth to 18... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Baby Lapsit Storytime, Thomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church, VA. Bond with your baby through songs, movement, and storytelling! Baby Lapsit Storytime is designed for the youngest learners - bounce along to fun so... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Baby Lapsit Storytime, Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. Connect with your baby through songs, lapsit bounces, and stories. Build an early literacy foundation while enjoying time together in your lap, fol... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Baby Storytime, Centreville Regional Library, Centreville, VA. Join us for Baby Storytime! We will share songs, rhymes, giggles and favorite books while building an early literacy foundation. Diverse representa... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool STEAM, Richard Byrd Library, Springfield, VA. Introduction to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) topics: a fun, hands-on program designed to encouage tinkering, learning and... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime, George Mason Regional Library, Annandale, VA. Make sure your child is ready for the classroom by building literacy and social skills. Our fun-filled preschool storytime has books, songs, rhymes... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime, Kings Park Library, Burke, VA. Join us for stories, songs, movement and activities to build early literacy skills for preschoolers. This program is designed to give children tool... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime - Planes and Theme, John Marshall Library, Alexandria, VA. Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-5 years with Adult. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome! Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Tales for Twos, Pohick Regional Library, Burke, VA. Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes with an early literacy foundation geared towards two-year olds. Participation is limited to 15 two-year olds with a... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Toddler Storytime, Reston Regional Library, Reston, VA. Join us for Early Literacy story time with stories, songs, and finger plays. Ages 18 months - 2 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Dinoman Dinosaurs, City of Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax, VA. What has dinosaur fossils, dinosaur updates, fun, magic, and life-sized dinosaurs? Dinoman Dinosaurs of course! Many dinosaur questions are answere... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Story, Craft and Play, Chantilly Regional Library, Chantilly, VA. Join us for stories, crafts and some silly songs. Crafts provide opportunities for children to interact with each other and parents, and they ca... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Dinoman Dinosaurs, Oakton Library, Oakton, VA. What has dinosaur fossils, dinosaur updates, fun, magic, and life-sized dinosaurs? Dinoman Dinosaurs of course! Many dinosaur questions are answere... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Sidewalk Chalk Art, Chantilly Regional Library, Chantilly, VA. Join us for a morning chalk art and bring your creativity to our sidewalk! We'll have chalk for you to draw summer pictures with lovely colors! Thi... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Junior Geologists Lab, Kings Park Library, Burke, VA. Rocks and fossils get the spotlight in this STEM program. Bring in an interesting rock to identify and share, and explore the science of geology! A... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• PAWS for Reading, Centreville Regional Library, Centreville, VA. Come practice reading with a furry friend! Come to the information desk at the start of the program to sign up for a 15 minute slot. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Little Wiggles Storytime, Chantilly Regional Library, Chantilly, VA. Have fun with stories, songs, fingerplays, lap bounces, books and social time for children from birth to 20 months! Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Baby & Me Storytime, Richard Byrd Library, Springfield, VA. Join us for songs, stories, rhymes, and activities for you and your baby ages birth to 17 months. Build an early literacy foundation while enjoying... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Baby Rhyme Time, Martha Washington Library, Alexandria, VA. This lapsit story and song time is for the youngest patrons and their parents. Age birth - 17 months with adult. Please register children only.... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Baby and Me Storytime, Lorton Library, Lorton, VA. Storytime for Ages Birth-18 months Join us for rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Build a early literacy foundation while... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) Storytime, City of Fairfax Regional Library, Fairfax, VA. Hola amigos! Hi Friends! Do you enjoy singing and dancing to silly songs and listening to stories in Spanish and English? Ages 0 to 5 ¿Te en... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Bouncin' Babies Storytime, George Mason Regional Library, Annandale, VA. Bond with your baby while you enjoy short stories, songs and lapsit activities in this interactive storytime. Ages For children birth - 18 months w... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Family Storytime, Thomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church, VA. Storytime for toddlers & preschoolers to spark a love of reading! Enjoy hand-picked stories, games, and songs. Get engaged with great books, and pr... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime, Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. Stories, songs, and activities that lay the foundation your child needs to get ready to read! For children ages 3-5 with parent. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime, Centreville Regional Library, Centreville, VA. Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old with adult. No registration. Space is limited. Please arrive 15 mi... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime!, Dolley Madison Library, McLean, VA. Stories and Songs Together! Join us at the Dolley Madison library for Preschool Storytime fun with songs, rhymes, and stories! Stay for playtime af... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Sensory Storytime, Kings Park Library, Burke, VA. Join us for this inclusive storytime experience with stories, songs, and sensory-focused activities. This storytime is designed to be a welcoming s... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Spanish Storytime, Reston Regional Library, Reston, VA. Estan listos por un cuento? Ven a la biblioteca y disfrutan cuentos y canciones y juegos en español! Este programa es por los niños d... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Treasured 3-5 years Storytime, Pohick Regional Library, Burke, VA. Join us for stories, songs and rhymes for ages 3-5. Participation is limited to 20 kids with adult on a first come, first serve basis. Tickets will... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Wee Bilingual Korean-English Storytime, Chantilly Regional Library, Chantilly, VA. Have fun with songs, fingerplays, dances, and stories in both Korean and English. For families with children ages 2 to 5 years. **Please register e... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Unearth A Story: Archaeology Activities for Kids, Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. Calling all junior paleontologists! Test your archeological skills this summer by joining this interactive program to play and learn about prehisto... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• LEGO in the Library!, Richard Byrd Library, Springfield, VA. Design your own awesome LEGO creations! All LEGOs are provided and stay at the library. No registration but space may be limited. Ages 5 - 12 with... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Read to the Dog - Asiago, Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. Build confidence and a love of reading by sharing a story with a gentle, trained therapy dog! In this relaxed, judgment-free program, children ages... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Read to the Dog - Asiago, Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. Build confidence and a love of reading by sharing a story with a gentle, trained therapy dog! In this relaxed, judgment-free program, children ages... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Read to the Dog - Asiago, Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. Build confidence and a love of reading by sharing a story with a gentle, trained therapy dog! In this relaxed, judgment-free program, children ages... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Read to the Dog - Asiago, Burke Centre Library, Burke, VA. Build confidence and a love of reading by sharing a story with a gentle, trained therapy dog! In this relaxed, judgment-free program, children ages... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Spanish Bilingual Storytime / Cuentos Bilingües, Centreville Regional Library, Centreville, VA. Enjoy stories and activities in English and Spanish / Disfruta cuentos y actividades en inglés y español. For children age 3-5 with a... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Playdate Cafe, Thomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church, VA. Playdate cafe is our regular weekly time for kids and adults to enjoy free-play and socialize in an informal setting - blocks, cars, puppets, music... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Child & Me Yoga, Martha Washington Library, Alexandria, VA. Uses stories, songs and poses to teach parents and children techniques for breathing moving and relaxing. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Age 1... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Library Playdate at Herndon Library, Herndon Fortnightly Library, Herndon, VA. Children from 0-5 can come to play with toys and meet new friends. parents will have an opportunity to socialize as well. A parent must accom... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Playdate Cafe (ages 0-6), Great Falls Library, Great Falls, VA. Enjoy free-play and socializing in a casual setting. Light refreshments provided. Ages 0 - 6 with adult. Registration encouraged, but not required.... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime, Reston Regional Library, Reston, VA. Enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and pre-literacy skills. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration preferred but... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Infant and Me Yoga, Martha Washington Library, Alexandria, VA. For infants, from 6 weeks to almost crawling. Through gentle guided movements, massage and songs, parents bond with their infant while encouraging... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• *** CANCELED Bright Beats Inclusive Music Program, Dolley Madison Library, McLean, VA. Bright Beats will return next month! Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Ready for School Storytime, Chantilly Regional Library, Chantilly, VA. Early literacy storytime program for children ready to be on their own without parents or siblings. Ages 4-5 only. **Please register each child... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Create/Fold a Variety of Paper Airplanes - compete with friends to see how far they will go., John Marshall Library, Alexandria, VA. Create/fold paper airplanes. Toss/fly them to see how far they go. Which one is fastest? Which one is easier to control? Which one goes the farthes... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Meet Lucky Diaz, Award-Winning Author and Musician, Richard Byrd Library, Springfield, VA. Rock out with award-winning musician and author, Lucky Diaz! Lucky will play a collection of songs and read from his book Fix It Familia . Registra... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Saturday Storytime, Pohick Regional Library, Burke, VA. Join us for stories, songs & rhymes. All ages with an adult. Join us on Saturday mornings for storytimes, playdates and more! Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Time Travel Club at Herndon Library, Herndon Fortnightly Library, Herndon, VA. Travel back in time with us! Learn about ancient civilizations through a short lesson and trivia, and then explore with hands-on activities and cra... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Back to School Pencil Pouches!, Sherwood Regional Library, Alexandria, VA. Getting ready to head back to school? Come join us for an afternoon of pencil pouch decoration! Let your creativity shine with colors and designs t... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Hydroponics for Your Home with Hydroharvest!, Thomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church, VA. Ever wondered how to grow your own nutritious, sustainable produce at home? Learn about gardening, nutrition, and hydroponics, a method of growing... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Paws to Read with Lucy, Thomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church, VA. Read aloud to Lucy, a trained therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose a book from the library. Walk-ins welcome. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Family Storytime, George Mason Regional Library, Annandale, VA. Make Sunday a family fun day. Enjoy quality time in our family storytime that encourages your child's love of reading. Ages All ages welcome. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Move It Mondays, Dolley Madison Library, McLean, VA. Join us for free play using our gross motor toys and equipment. No registration required. For children 18 months - 5 years old. Adult Participation... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Under the Sea Scavenger Hunt!, Herndon Fortnightly Library, Herndon, VA. Stop by the information desk for our latest Scavenger Hunt in our children's section! Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Bouncing Babies, Pohick Regional Library, Burke, VA. Songs, rhymes, stories and activities for baby and you. Birth-11 months with adult. Limit 12 babies with parent on a first come, first serve bas... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Preschool Storytime, Lorton Library, Lorton, VA. Storytime for Ages 3-5 years Join us for stories, songs, movement and early literacy fun! Registration Registration required for all Preschool Chil... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Bookcraft: Ice Cream Face, Dolley Madison Library, McLean, VA. Happy Summer! Join us for an Ice Cream Face Storytime and related craft. 18 months - 6 years require adult participation. Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Maker Monday: Lego Club, Herndon Fortnightly Library, Herndon, VA. Today's Maker Monday: Lego Club Have fun, use your imagination and keep your engineering and problem-solving skills flowing with an abundance of LE... Free, stroller friendly Official source
• Monday Morning Storytime at American Girl, Tysons Corner Center, McLean, VA. Join us for a complimentary Story Time at American Girl! Enhance your visit with a charming 15-minute storytelling experience, thoughtfully hosted by our in-store team. Children are invited to gather as our storytellers share a curated sele Free Official source
• Doll Hair Care fun with Our Stylists, Tysons Corner Center, McLean, VA. Every Wednesday at 11 AM-12PM | Complimentary | All ages welcome Stop by and chat with our talented stylists for tips, tricks, and all things doll hair! During this interactive experience, our team will share easy, helpful ways to brush, st Free Official source
• Family Movie Night, Tysons Corner Center, McLean, VA. Bring your folding chair and blanket for family-friendly outdoor movie screenings on PenFed Plaza's big screen at 5:30PM. Grab a bite to eat at Barrel & Bushel, Shake Shack, or Earls and enjoy a picnic dinner! July 24: National Treasure (or Free Official source
• Orienteering Workshop, Burke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VA. (8-Adult) Orienteering is the sport of navigation with map and compass. It's easy to learn, but always challenging. Participants learn how to use a compass, read a topographic map and navigate orienteering courses. Compass required. $24.00 Official source
• Bat Night, Huntley Meadows, Alexandria, VA. (6-Adult) Join a naturalist to discover the facts, fiction and folklore about nature’s only true flying mammal- bats. We will set the record straight about these incredible but often-misunderstood group of animals. The program will start with a presentation followed by a night walk where we will use a special acoustic device to listen for and identify bat calls not heard with the human ear. $9.00 Official source
• Campfire Fridays, Lake Fairfax, Reston, VA. (5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. $12.00 Official source
• Family Fun - Monarch Migration, Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria, VA. (4-Adult) Learn about the incredible migration of monarch butterflies. Search the garden for caterpillars and butterflies, learn about their life cycle, and create a butterfly-themed craft to take home. All attendees, including parents, must be registered for the program. $10.00 Official source
• KidsFest, Reston Town Center, Reston, VA. Enjoy a full day of family-friendly fun for all ages! Free Official source
• Family Movie Night, Tysons Corner Center, McLean, VA. Bring your folding chair and blanket for family-friendly outdoor movie screenings on PenFed Plaza's big screen at 5:30PM. Grab a bite to eat at Barrel & Bushel, Shake Shack, or Earls and enjoy a picnic dinner! July 24: National Treasure (or Free Official source
• Fairfax City Fall Festival, Downtown Fairfax, Fairfax, VA. Free downtown festival with 400+ arts and crafts vendors, children's activities, multiple stages, food, and free open houses. Free admission; children's rides and activities cost extra Official source
• Vienna Halloween Parade, Maple Avenue, Vienna, VA. Evening family parade on Maple Avenue with floats and entertainment, held rain or shine. Free public parade; confirm parking and route details Official source
• Reston Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting, Reston Town Center, Reston, VA. Reston Town Center holiday parade and tree lighting with Santa, holiday activities, and festive performances. Free public parade and tree lighting; confirm parking and route details Official source