Washington DC family weekend planner
Things to do with kids in Alexandria
Family-friendly things to do in Alexandria in 2026: 140 kid-friendly events plus 75 parks, museums and venues. Next up: Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Plan a weekend with FamHop.
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- James Mulligan Park
- Fort Washington Park
- Beverley Park
- Beach Park
- Judy Guse-Noritake Park
- Escape Room Live
- Hooff's Run Park and Greenway
- National Harbor Stonehenge Overlook
- North Hill Community Green Space
- North Hill Park
- Northhill Townhomes Greenspace
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- Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937
- Stitcher's Space
- Just Babies
- Fossil Fun
- Fossil Talk
- The Magic of Drew Blue Shoes
- I Dig American Sign Language
- Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937
- Bilingual Story Time
- Outdoor Play
- Bilingual Story Time
- Nerdy Knotters
- Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937
- Baby Storytime
- Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937
- Borrow a Board Game
- Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
- Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937
- Board Game Bliss
- Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937
- Teen and Tween Summer Craft Camp
- Writing Your Voice
- Horror Fans Unite!
- Alexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937
Family-friendly spots in Alexandria
OutdoorsJames Mulligan Park
OutdoorsFort Washington Park
OutdoorsBeverley Park
OutdoorsJudy Guse-Noritake Park
WellnessEscape Room Live
OutdoorsHooff's Run Park and Greenway
OutdoorsNational Harbor Stonehenge Overlook
OutdoorsNorth Hill Park
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Upcoming family events in Alexandria
WedAug 12
- 3 AMAlexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.Free
- 1:30 PMStitcher's SpaceSew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday! Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and…Free
- 2 PMJust BabiesSolo Los Bebés A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.Free
- 5 PMFossil FunCreate your own Fossil! Create your own fossil with clay and paint! Registration is not required but supplies are limited and come on a…Free
- 7 PMFossil TalkDig into the evolution of dinosaurs and learn fun facts along with our resident dino expert, Sadie! (Ages 6-12)Free
- 7 PMThe Magic of Drew Blue ShoesWhat will Drew have "up his sleeve" today?Free
- All dayI Dig American Sign LanguageLet’s dig deep and learn basic American Sign Language for dinosaurs, diggers, and the things we love through stories, songs, and more!…
ThuAug 13
- 3 AMAlexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.Free
- 1:15 PMBilingual Story TimeCuentacuentos Bilingüe A storytime in English and Spanish (0-5 years).
- 1:30 PMOutdoor Playthe Columbus Street lawn Playtime with bubbles, sidewalk chalk and more.Free
- 2:15 PMBilingual Story TimeCuentacuentos Bilingüe A storytime in English and Spanish (0-5 years).
- 9 PMNerdy KnottersCraft group Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome!Free
FriAug 14
- 3 AMAlexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.Free
- 1:15 PMBaby StorytimeWe sing, play, dance, and rhyme all while promoting your baby’s development and literacy skills.Free
SatAug 15
- 3 AMAlexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.Free
- 1 PMBorrow a Board GameUse the library's board and card games while hanging out in the youth services area!Free
- 4 PMDungeons & Dragons at the LibraryCome play Dungeons & Dragons. No experience necessary. Open to ages 8-13. D&D is a fantasy tabletop role playing game where you use your…
SunAug 16
- 3 AMAlexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.Free
- 4:30 PMBoard Game BlissLet's celebrate the joy of playing games!Free
MonAug 17
- 3 AMAlexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.Free
- 6:30 PMTeen and Tween Summer Craft CampExpress yourself with some fun crafts! Each week in is a new art project for ages 12-18! June 22: Felt Succulents July 6: Ceramic Pot…Free
- 8:30 PMWriting Your VoiceYour Kind of Story Ages 12-18. Explore poetry through warm-ups, writing exercises, and performance practice to stoke your imagination,…
- 9 PMHorror Fans Unite!A year-round horror club! Do you like scary movies, books, tv shows, or video games? Do you enjoy making horror themed DIY projects? This…
TueAug 18
- 3 AMAlexandria Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1937The Local History/Special Collections Branch presents an exhibit highlighting the history and evolution of the Alexandria Library.Free