Ages 0 to 10, always
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Kid friendly places and free or low cost events for ages 0 to 10 in Northern Virginia.
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Free things to do with kids in Loudoun County
A free Loudoun outing still needs to work once everyone is in the car. This page favors free places and programs with useful logistics like bathrooms, parking, age fit, and source links.
- Storytime at Ashburn Library, Ashburn, VA. Calm library outing with books, songs, stroller access, and a free way to get out of the house. Free Official source
- Huzzah Hobbies, Ashburn, VA. Hobby store and gaming space for Pokemon, card games, board games, and older kid trading card discovery. Free to browse Official source
- Trailside Park, Ashburn, VA. Loudoun playground and park listing with restrooms, parking, and room for a simple weekday outing. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Lovettsville, VA. Rhymes, songs, and stories. Stick around afterward for Paws to Read with Canine Companions. For all ages with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Leesburg, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Preschool Storytime, Sterling, VA. Stories, songs, and directed movement. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Stone Ridge, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Sterling, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Thirty minutes of rhymes, action songs and interactive stories followed by 30 minutes of playtime. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime: Sensory Sensitive, Leesburg, VA. A gentler storytime with stories, songs, and movement tailored to support sensory needs. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Stone Ridge, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Sterling, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Preschool Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Stories, songs, and directed movement. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Throwback DIY, Sterling, VA. Create crafts that were popular waay back when! For Grades 3-5. Free Official source
- Jurassic Shark, Ashburn, VA. Stay sharp as you search for shark fossils, create a shark tooth necklace, and discover the truth about the prehistoric megalodon. Free Official source
- Dancing with Bella Ballerina, Ashburn, VA. Twirl and dance with Bella Ballerina. Learn to tell a story using movement and imagination. Free Official source
- Little Artists, Lovettsville, VA. Explore a variety of art styles and crafts. Activities are geared for different ages and abilities that encourage developmental skill building. Get... Free Official source
- Mini Makers, Purcellville, VA. These creative workshops are designed for young children to explore art and introductory STEM concepts. Hosted every other week throughout the summ... Free Official source
- 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration, Leesburg, VA. Join us to celebrate early literacy with stories, games, and crafts, whether you have completed the program or haven't signed up. Free Official source
- Once Upon a Putt, Ashburn, VA. Putt your way through several book-themed miniature golf holes in an interactive adventure that brings stories to life. Free Official source
- Builders Free Play, Lovettsville, VA. Drop in to build with LEGO bricks, Lincoln Logs, K'nex, Magna-Tiles and other kits. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Sterling, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Leesburg, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Stone Ridge, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories followed by playtime. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Escape the Library, Lovettsville, VA. You've been locked in the library, and now you have to solve puzzles to find your way out before security catches you. Can you break out before the... Free Official source
- Family Art Day, Ashburn, VA. Tap into your family's creativity as we raid the library's art supplies! Create multimedia masterpieces using collage, paint, pastels, and 3D eleme... Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Middleburg, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Messy Monday, Lovettsville, VA. Get ready to make a mess! Join us weekly to create art, play with sensory toys and have fun. For all ages with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Sterling, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Purcellville, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Sterling, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Island Adventures with Moana, Ashburn, VA. Ride the waves on an adventure through the story of Moana with props, music, and opportunities to participate. Get your picture taken with your fav... Free Official source
- Mini Labs, Purcellville, VA. A variety of interactive science stations designed for elementary-aged students. Free Official source
- Little Artists, Sterling, VA. Explore a variety of art styles and crafts. Activities are geared for different ages and abilities that encourage developmental skill building. Get... Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Lovettsville, VA. Interactive stories and movement. A simple craft activity will follow. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Leesburg, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Stone Ridge, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Purcellville, VA. Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories followed by playtime. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Sterling, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Stone Ridge, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Preschool Storytime, Leesburg, VA. Stories, songs, and directed movement. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Preschool Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Stories, songs, and directed movement. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Art at the Library, Leesburg, VA. Learn about the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, and the collection of terracotta sculptures depicting his army, then make your own clay scul... Free Official source
- Island Adventures with Moana, Stone Ridge, VA. Ride the waves on an adventure through the story of Moana with props, music, and opportunities to participate. Get your picture taken with your fav... Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Sterling, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Stone Ridge, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Sterling, VA. Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories followed by playtime. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Sterling, VA. Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories followed by playtime. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Leesburg, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Lovettsville, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Middleburg, VA. Join us for stories, music, and fun. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Purcellville, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Sterling, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Leesburg, VA. Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories followed by playtime. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Stone Ridge, VA. Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories followed by playtime. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Preschool Storytime with Live Captions, Ashburn, VA. Stories, songs, and directed movement. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Camp Pokemon!, Sterling, VA. Journey through the Kanto region, collecting gym badges through crafts and activities to celebrate 30 years of the Pokémon games. Free Official source
- Island Adventures with Moana, Ashburn, VA. Ride the waves on an adventure through the story of Moana with props, music, and opportunities to participate. Get your picture taken with your fav... Free Official source
- Science in Your Backyard, Sterling, VA. See the treasure in the world around you through hands-on, nature-inspired crafts and activities. Free Official source
- I Craft Dinos: Crayon-Resist Watercolor Dinosaur, Purcellville, VA. Express your creativity with a fun, dinosaur-themed craft. Free Official source
- Family Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Interactive stories and movement. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Lap rhymes, action songs and interactive stories. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Leesburg, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Preschool Storytime, Sterling, VA. Stories, songs, and directed movement. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Stone Ridge, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, Sterling, VA. Rhymes, songs, stories, and movement. For ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Baby Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Thirty minutes of rhymes, action songs and interactive stories followed by 30 minutes of playtime. For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Family Storytime: Sensory Sensitive, Leesburg, VA. A gentler storytime with stories, songs, and movement tailored to support sensory needs. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Sterling, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Musical Storytime, Stone Ridge, VA. Music and stories featuring rhythm and rhyme. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Preschool Storytime, Ashburn, VA. Stories, songs, and directed movement. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Free Official source
- Super Mario Party, Ashburn, VA. Jump into the world of Super Mario with unique challenges and crafts. Free Official source
Parent questions
What is free with kids in Loudoun County?
Library programs, Trailside Park, Loudoun PRCS parks, and free public outdoor spaces are the best starting points.
Are free Loudoun outings only outdoors?
No. Library storytimes and free library programs are the reliable indoor anchor.