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Things to do this weekend with kids near Reston
This page shows verified family events during the next seven days in Reston and nearby Fairfax County communities. It separates a real dated event from a place that is simply open, then helps parents compare time, age fit, registration, weather, parking, and the drive.
Quick answer
For things to do with kids near Reston this weekend, start with the dated Reston events shown here, then use nearby Fairfax County choices only when the time and activity justify the drive. The recurring Reston Farmers Market runs at Lake Anne on Saturday mornings during its published season. Reston Regional Library programs need an exact age range and registration check, while Reston Town Center events need a same day weather check. Every event card must have a current date, start time, location, and official source.
Where to check first for a Reston weekend plan
These official sources solve different parent decisions. The event cards above keep only dated choices that fall inside the current seven day window.
Swipe the table to compare every column.| Source | Best use | Parent check | Arrival detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reston Farmers Market Official source | Saturday morning at Lake Anne | Confirm the market date and vendor list | Parking is available along North Shore Drive and in a nearby lot |
| Reston Regional Library Official source | Storytimes and child programs | Match the exact age range and registration rule | The branch is at 11925 Bowman Towne Drive |
| Reston Town Center Official source | Seasonal family events and outdoor performances | Confirm the date, audience fit, and weather status | Garage parking is free all day Saturday and Sunday |
Planning note: A source calendar is not proof that every listed activity fits children. Playdate NoVA keeps only events with a current date, time, location, source, and child fit.
- Preschool Storytime, Reston, VA. Enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and pre-literacy skills. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required. Free Official source
- Black Cat Scavenger Hunt, Reston, VA. Black cats are pawing around Reston Regional Library! Spot 10 kitties in the Children's Section during the month of October for a prize. Ages 0-13,... Free Official source
- National Zoo Scavenger Hunt, Reston, VA. From pandas and elephants, to cheetahs and foxes—pictures of animals from the National Zoo are hidden at Reston Regional Library! Locate 10 m... Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime, 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 Official source
- Baby Rhyme Time, Reston, VA. Come join Reston Youth Services staff for an afternoon of stories, rhymes, songs, and fun! Ages 0-18 months with an adult. Free Official source
- My Gym Fitness Storytime, Oakton, VA. Oakton Library is hosting two fun 30 minute interactive parent and me classes for our library families. Join us each month at 10:10 or 10:40 for... Free Official source
- Little Sprout Yoga, Fairfax, VA. A yoga class for babies! Bring a mat or towel and join the fun with stories, songs, and yoga. Program facilitated by Feels Like OM Family Yoga . Co... Free Official source
- My Gym Fitness Storytime, Oakton, VA. Oakton Library is hosting two fun 30 minute interactive parent and me classes for our library families. Join us on the 1st Friday of each month... Free Official source
- Story Time Yoga, Fairfax, VA. Stories, Songs, and Yoga! Join the fun with stories, songs, and yoga. In person! Bring a mat or beach towel. Program facilitated by Feels Like OM F... Free Official source
- Saturday Family Storytime, Oakton, VA. Join us for a Not-Too-Scary Halloween themed storytime! Interactive stories, songs and action rhymes. For ages 0-5 with a parent. No registratio... Free Official source
- Saturday Morning Storytime - Halloween!, Fairfax, VA. A "spooky" storytime for all ages! Read, sing, learn and have fun at the library. Costumes encouraged but not required. After our story time, kids... Free Official source
- Artist Playground: Halloween Edition, Herndon, VA. Do you enjoy crafting? Do you want to explore new ideas and play with materials? Join us at the Artist Playground for a themed craft and coloring p... Free Official source
- S.H.A.R.E. Thinking Studio, McLean, VA. S.H.A.R.E. stands for Speak, Hear, Analyze, Read, and Evolve. This is a place where students speak up, hear others, analyze stories, read texts, an... Free Official source
- 3D Basics for Kids, 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 Official source
- Bubble Dance Party, Herndon, VA. Get ready to move, groove, and pop into fun at the library. Join us for a high energy dance party filled with music, movement, and bubbles! Free Official source
- Kids Crafternoon, Fairfax, VA. Get creative and craft whatever your imagination inspires using our craft supplies. For ages 3-12. Free Official source
- Baby Lap Sit, McLean, VA. Join us for rhymes, songs, stories and activities for you and your baby. Build an early literacy foundation while enjoying time together in your la... Free Official source
- Sensory Connection Storytime at Herndon Library, Herndon, VA. An interactive and educational program for babies and toddlers in a sensory-friendly environment. Includes interactive stories, songs, sensory play... Free Official source
- Toddler Storytime & Playdate, Oakton, VA. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & playtime and make new friends! After storytime, stick around for a toddler playdate where your little ones ca... Free Official source
- Green Kids Club: Environmental STEAM, Oakton, VA. Green Kids Club focuses on spreading the word about environmental issues relating to people and animals through books, storytelling, and hands-on a... Free Official source
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) Storytime, 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 Official source
- Toddlers & Twos Storytime at Herndon Library, Herndon, VA. Enjoy an early literacy storytime geared towards toddlers, with stories, songs and fingerplays. Ages 16-36 months with adult. No registration. Spac... Free Official source
- Crafty Club: Pumpkin Centerpiece, McLean, VA. Do you enjoy crafting? Join us for Crafty Club, a special program for kids who enjoy making things! This month we're making a table centerpiece out... Free Official source
Start close to Reston
Use the current event list before choosing a longer drive. Reston library programs, community events, and the Reston Farmers Market can fill a shorter morning when their verified dates fall inside this week. Nearby Herndon, Vienna, Oakton, Fairfax, and McLean events appear only when they meet the same date and source rules.
Use the seven day window correctly
This page uses a rolling seven day window, not a permanent list of things that might happen sometime. An event must still have a future date, a start time, a specific location, and an official source. Open the event card for the exact day before promising it to a child because a recurring title does not prove that every occurrence is running.
Plan a Saturday morning at Lake Anne
The official Reston Farmers Market page publishes Saturdays from April 25 through November 21, 2026, from 8 AM to noon. It also says parking is available along North Shore Drive and in a nearby lot. Treat the market as a short food and browsing stop unless a dated listing confirms a child activity, musician, or community program that fits your family.
Match library programs to the child
Reston Regional Library has a separate children's wing and publishes child programs, but branch hours do not prove that a particular event is happening. Check the event's age range, room, registration rule, and capacity. A baby program, preschool storytime, and school age activity solve different plans even when they use the same building.
Know the Reston Town Center arrival plan
Use the official Reston Town Center calendar for the event status and audience fit. Outdoor performances can mean sun, loud music, and a later finish, while daytime family programs may be easier for younger children. The official parking page says garage parking is free all day Saturday and Sunday. Choose a garage before arrival so the event start is not spent circling Market Street.
Keep standing places separate
Lake Fairfax Park is a regular place to visit, not a calendar event. Use the Reston outing page for parks and attractions that are available whenever their current hours allow. This boundary prevents a normal playground, water park, or indoor venue from looking like a verified weekend event.
Check the final details
Open the official source before leaving because registration, capacity, weather, cancellation, and room changes can affect a current event. For an outdoor plan, decide on the indoor backup before the children get in the car. Playdate NoVA removes expired events from this page automatically, but the official organizer remains the final source for a same day change.
Parent questions
What is happening with kids near Reston this weekend?
The current list above shows verified events during the next seven days in Reston and nearby Fairfax County communities. Each card includes the event date, time, location, and official source.
Where should I start for a Saturday morning in Reston?
Check the current Reston cards first. During its published season, the Reston Farmers Market runs at Lake Anne from 8 AM to noon on Saturdays. Confirm the specific date before leaving.
Is weekend parking free at Reston Town Center?
The official parking page says garage parking is free all day Saturday and Sunday. Street spaces follow different limits, so use the garage for the simpler event arrival.
Do Reston library events require registration?
The rule varies by program. Open the exact event to confirm its age range, registration status, room, and capacity instead of relying on general branch hours.
Does this page include regular parks and indoor play places?
No. This page is for dated events. Use the Reston outing page for standing places that are open on their normal schedule.
How current are these Reston events?
Events need a current date, time, location, and source before publication, and they disappear after their scheduled date. Check the organizer for same day weather or cancellation changes.