Head to Capitol Hill for fun on Open Streets
Happy Weekend!
Easy links to inspo for local fun:
* The Great Indoors
* Swim Spots
* Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums
* Best Outdoors in the DC Area
* Local Hikes with Kids
* Baltimore with Kids
* Bike Rides
* Paddling Options
* Stunning Spaces
* Peaceful Places
Friday Night Fishing
Where: Diamond Teague Park | Capitol Riverfront, DC
When: Friday, 5-8pm
Admission: Free
It’s the first Friday Night Fishing session of the season! Join Anacostia Riverkeeper for their summer Friday fishing program — all ages are welcome. All essentials are provided: rods, reels, bait, and lessons for first time fishers. Staff are there to answer any questions and help with casting, tips, and tricks. Be sure to register and fill out a waiver if you plan to go — space is limited.
The Lightning Thief
Where: Adventure Theatre | Glen Echo, MD
When: Fri, 7pm | Sat & Sun, 11am & 2pm
Tickets: $27
This dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling book opened on Broadway in 2019. When teenager Percy Jackson discovers he’s a demigod, he and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods. Enter the giveaway for a chance to win tickets to a later performance!
Extraordinary Cinema: The Lion King
Where: The REACH | Kennedy Center, DC
When: Friday at dusk
Admission: Free
Start the weekend with a free film screenings outdoors on the REACH Video Wall. See the 1994 classic that launched a film franchise and remains a gold standard in animation and heart-capturing narrative. Register for free tickets.
Open Streets: Capitol Hill
Where: Capitol Hill, DC
When: Saturday, 9am – 3pm
Admission: Free
Open Streets is back — on Capitol Hill this weekend! This car-free stretch of streets invites everyone to walk, run, bike, and play together. Enjoy free activities like yoga, pilates, belly dancing, Zumba, live music, and tons of fun in Lincoln Park. It’s a day to connect, move, and have fun! This will take place from 6th & North Carolina Ave SE down East Capitol Street next Lincoln Park to down Massachusetts Ave to 17th SE.
Summer in the City
Where: Around the DC area
When: All weekend
Admission: Varies by locale
Enjoy activities that make this time of year so much fun. Start the weekend off on Friday with an evening of fishing, then continue the fun on Saturday and Sunday with water play at a pool or sprayground., or cool off indoors at an exhibit. Feast on crabs or hit the beach to fulfill a seasonal must-do. Round it out it with a family movie under the stars. Get details about all of these summer diversions and even more in the 2025 Summer Guide.
First Studio: Art, Story, and Workshop
Where: Kreeger Museum | Foxhall-Palisades, DC
When: Saturday
Admission: $10
Young artists ages 3-5 and an adult companion are invited to spark their imagination as they explore the paintings, sculpture, and architecture of The Kreeger Museum. The program will include a museum tour, story time, and a hands-on art making experience. June’s theme is “Leaping into Landscapes!” Read more about the Keeger in this KFDC post.
Open Studio: Splatter
Where: Hirshhorn Museum | National Mall, DC
When: Saturday, 10am – 2pm
Admission: Free
Drop in to the Hirshhorn’s weekly series and join a color “team,” then splatter and splash! Take inspiration from artist Jackson Pollock and use splashes of color to create a collaborative artwork. Choose a color team, splatter on your canvas, and join the Color Battle.
Heritage Days
Where: Various locales | Montgomery County, MD
When: Saturday & Sunday, 12-4pm
Admission: Free
Celebrate the history, culture, and natural beauty of Montgomery County, MD, as more than 30 historic sites welcome visitors for guided tours, re-creations of historic events, children’s activities, and more — all free of charge. Learn about the history of dairy farming, railroads, and trolleys; African American communities, astronomy, local arts & culture, and outdoor recreation. Check the online brochure for participating locations and activities.
Celebrate Black Music Month
Where: Anacostia Community Museum | Anacostia, DC
When: Saturday, 1-3pm
Admission: Free
What do R&B singer Marvin Gaye, Godfather of Gogo Chuck Brown, opera singer Denyce Graves, and jazz singer and pianist Shirley Horn have in common? They all are native Washingtonians! Join Culture Queen to celebrate many more of DC’s Black music artists through music, movement, storytelling, and crafts!
Portrait Gallery At Studio
Where: National Portrait Gallery | Penn Quarter, DC
When: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, 1-4pm
Admission: Free
Drop in at the National Portrait Gallery to do some art making! Explore a different artistic medium while drawing inspiration from the Portrait Gallery’s collection and exhibitions. On select weekends, learn from a featured guest artist, who will lead specialized workshops and share their expertise in various artistic disciplines See more about the National Portrait Gallery here.
United vs Nashville FC
Where: Audi Field | Southwest DC
When: Saturday, 7:30pm
Admission: Tickets start at $26 (check for deal)
DC United is playing at home on Saturday evening, hosting Nashville FC. FYI parents… gates open at 6pm, and you can $3 Heineken, Heineken Silver, and Dos Equis from then until kickoff. Go early to watch warmups or just soak in the excitement ahead of the crowds. Or you can plan for a pre-match bite nearby — here are a bunch of recs for family-friendly spots to eat in the area.
A Wrinkle in Time
Where: Arena Stage | Southwest DC
When: Fri, 8pm | Sat, 2pm & 8pm | Sun, 2pm & 7:30pm
Tickets: $69-119 (find discount)
Meg Murry’s father was experimenting with time travel and the fifth dimension when he mysteriously disappeared. Now, Meg, her friend Calvin, and her younger brother Charles Wallace must race to rescue him. Can they outwit the forces of evil they will encounter on their heart-stopping journey through space? Join Meg on this epic quest in an adventurous new musical adaptation of Madeleine L’Engle’s Newbery Medal-winning classic novel that will energize your spirit, expand your imagination, and inspire you to believe that love, friendship, and courage can conquer all.
Dory Fantasmagory
Where: Imagination Stage | Bethesda, MD
When: Fri, 10:30am | Sat, 11am | Sun, 1pm
Tickets: $15-39
Bring kids to opening weekend of this laugh-out-loud comedy bursting with imagination… It’s tough being the youngest. Dory’s siblings won’t play with her and there are monsters to battle all over the house, like the hair-raising Mrs. Gobble Gracker. With the help of her fairy godfather, Mr. Nuggy, her monster-friend, Mary, and her mighty imagination, Dory sets out to win what she wants most: her family’s attention. Recommended for ages 3+.
Twisted Tales: The Three Goldilocks Gruff
Where: The Puppet Co. | Glen Echo, MD
When: Fri, 10:30am | Sat & Sun, 11:30am & 1pm
Tickets: $16
Dive into a whirlwind of imagination with Twisted Tales—a magical, mischievous play where sibling rivalry meets fairy tale mayhem! When siblings Bailey and Frank spend the summer at the theater with their eccentric Aunt Ingrid, they must learn to work together to bring their hilariously twisted versions of classic tales to life. From grumpy goats to plucky pigs, nothing goes according to the storybooks in this laugh-out-loud adventure full of heart, humor, and handmade chaos brought to you by the creative team at the Puppet Co. Recommended for ages 4+.
Les Misérables
Where: The Kennedy Center | Foggy Bottom, DC
When: Fri, 7:30pm | Sat & Sun, 1:30pm & 7:30pm
Tickets: $49-219 (find discount)
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice, and redemption—a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. Seen by over 130 million people worldwide in 53 countries, 438 cities, and 22 languages, Les Misérables is unquestionably one of the world’s most popular musicals. Recommended for teens and older.
Tara Hoot’s Family Fun Story Time!
Where: City-State Brewing Co. | Edgewood, DC
When: Sunday, 11am
Admission: Free
Enjoy a fab time out at the family-friendly brewery in Northeast DC. Drag Queen Tara Hoot will lead a story time session that will include stories, songs, bubbles, and fun for everyone! Read more about the spot along the Metropolitan Beer Trail in this post.
Pride in the Plaza
Where: Veterans Plaza | Silver Spring, MD
WHen: Sunday, 12-6pm
Admission: Free
Join Montgomery County’s annual celebration of diverse LGBTQIA+ communities. The day will be filled with fun and festivities for all ages, including live entertainment, all kinds of vendors, and a family fun zone with arts & crafts, Drag Story Hour, and more.
Feeling Indoorsy
Where: Around the DC area
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by activity
It may not be a crazy heatwave anymore, but it’s still going to be really hot and maybe rainy this weekend. So, this new post that pulls together all the KFDC round-ups with ideas for inside fun will come in handy. From museums and special programs for kids to play spaces and venues for indoor action to theaters presenting live entertainment and movies to stores where you can shop secondhand, you’ll find loads of ways to stay cool and dry — and sane. 🙂
Take Your Pick
Where: Around the DMV
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by locale
Blackberries, raspberries, peaches, and more fruits and veggies are ripe and ready for harvest, and many area farms welcome guests to come PYO. It’s always a good idea to check websites or call ahead to confirm availability the day you plan to go. Sunscreen and hat also recommended.
Bike & Brews
Where: Metropolitan Beer Trail | Northeast DC
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Just the cost of food & drinks
Don’t let the brews and beer part fool ya… this bike tour of breweries along the Metropolitan Branch Trail in northeast DC is actually very family-friendly! Most of the stops welcome kids, and some even have fun and features especially for the younger crowd. If weather permits, its’s a super fun way to spend a DC day.
Open Swim
Where: Around the area
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by locale
This round-up of places to swim around the area will come in handy on the hot days. Find beaches on the Bay (and even Atlantic), lakes and rivers, and swimming holes and creeks — all that welcome the public to take a dip!
***MORE GOOD STUFF***
* There’s a new giveaway going on to win tickets to see The Lightening Thief at Adventure Theatre!
* Kick off your Sunday shoes starting next weekend at a performance of Footloose by Encore Stage & Studio! You can get a BOGO deal on tickets using the code KFDC25SHOES
* Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken if offering a limited-edition 4th of July Doughnut, a vanilla glazed doughnut topped with blueberries and red striped milk chocolate icing. Pre-order or get them in store on 7/4 while supplies last.
* Heading to the beach this weekend and, of course, bringing this set along.
* An amazing sale on some of the cutest kids clothes.
* Thinking about a family getaway within driving distance of DC? Here are some suggestions.
* What a great idea these window planters are. Also, this one.
* And how cute are these?
* Anyone else watching this new series? It’s intriguing!
* I love a good packing list, but I especially love this one. 🙃
