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Indoor play places Honest notes on cost, age fit, socks, and when to go. Parks and playgrounds Bathrooms, parking reality, history, and age fit. Rainy day ideas A two stop rainy day plan that works for NoVA parents. Free things to do Browse free parks, farms, library programs, splash pads, and current events. Birthday party venues Prices, picks, timelines, and deposit questions. Storytimes and classes How library storytimes and toddler classes really work.

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About Playdate NoVA

Playdate NoVA is a parent run guide to kid friendly places, events, parks, storytimes, and birthday venues across Northern Virginia.

Coverage Loudoun County, Fairfax County, Arlington County, and nearby NoVA towns parents already drive to.

What gets listed Indoor play, parks, storytimes, birthday venues, free events, rainy day activities, and seasonal outings.

How we verify Every public listing starts with an official source. We organize the age fit, hours, prices, location, bathrooms, parking, reservations, and stroller details.

How it stays current Events leave the calendar after their date. Place details and guides are reviewed when official information changes.

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Everything we list is for kids ages 0 to 10.

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Things to do with kids in Herndon, VA

Herndon families have one of the region's best free farm outings plus nearby parks and seasonal programs.

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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