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Things to do with kids in Alexandria

Family-friendly things to do in Alexandria in 2026: 182 kid-friendly events plus 75 parks, museums and venues. Next up: Thursday, October 8, 2026. Plan a weekend with FamHop.

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  1. James Mulligan ParkOutdoors · Free
  2. Fort Washington ParkOutdoors · Free
  3. Beverley ParkOutdoors · Free
  4. Beach ParkOutdoors · Free
  5. Judy Guse-Noritake ParkOutdoors · Free
  6. Escape Room LiveWellness · $
  7. Hooff's Run Park and GreenwayOutdoors · Free
  8. National Harbor Stonehenge OverlookOutdoors · Free
  9. North Hill Community Green SpaceOutdoors · Free
  10. North Hill ParkOutdoors · Free
  11. Northhill Townhomes GreenspaceOutdoors · Free
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  25. Stories and SongsThursday, October 8, 2026 · James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
  26. Preschool Story TimeThursday, October 8, 2026 · Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
  27. Stories and SongsThursday, October 8, 2026 · James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
  28. Baby Bounce - for babies 0-14 months and their caretaker(s)Thursday, October 8, 2026 · Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
  29. Preschool StorytimeThursday, October 8, 2026 · Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
  30. Baby StorytimeFriday, October 9, 2026 · Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
  31. Fun FridayFriday, October 9, 2026 · Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
  32. Period Products 101Saturday, October 10, 2026 · Ms. Moxie's Moon Shop - 102 N. Fayette St. Alexandria, VA 22314
  33. Teen Advisory GroupSaturday, October 10, 2026 · Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
  34. Hispanic Heritage FiestaSaturday, October 10, 2026 · Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden
  35. Kids and Family Yoga with ARISE Educational ServicesSaturday, October 10, 2026 · James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
  36. Film ScreeningSaturday, October 10, 2026 · Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
  37. Tween Craft and SnackSunday, October 11, 2026 · James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room
  38. Family StorytimeTuesday, October 13, 2026 · Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
  39. Bilingual StorytimeTuesday, October 13, 2026 · Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
  40. Baby and Toddler TimeTuesday, October 13, 2026 · Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
  41. Weekly Kids Play DateTuesday, October 13, 2026 · Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
  42. Bead BuddiesTuesday, October 13, 2026 · Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
  43. Duncan and Dragons TeenTuesday, October 13, 2026 · James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area
  44. LEGO NightTuesday, October 13, 2026 · Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room
  45. 1s and 2s Time (first session)Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room
  46. Stitcher's SpaceWednesday, October 14, 2026 · Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room
  47. Just BabiesWednesday, October 14, 2026 · Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area
  48. 1s and 2s Time (second session)Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Family-friendly spots in Alexandria

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Upcoming family events in Alexandria

ThuOct 8
  1. 10:15 AMStories and SongsJames M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12 · $Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for.
  2. 11 AMPreschool Story TimeKate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area · Library · Ages 5–12Story Time for ages 2-5 Stories, songs, movement and more for ages 2-5.Free
  3. 11:15 AMStories and SongsJames M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12 · $Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for.
  4. 1:15 PMBaby Bounce - for babies 0-14 months and their caretaker(s)Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children!
  5. 4 PMPreschool StorytimeCharles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12Join Miss Amy for stories, songs, movement, and activities just right for preschool children.Free
FriOct 9
  1. 10:15 AMBaby StorytimeEllen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12We sing, play, dance, and rhyme all while promoting your baby’s development and literacy skills.Free
  2. 3:30 PMFun FridayEllen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–13*AGES 8-13* Have fun on Fridays after school – building, making, playing games, and winning prizes!Free
SatOct 10
  1. 10 AMPeriod Products 101Ms. Moxie's Moon Shop - 102 N. Fayette St. Alexandria, VA 22314 · Library · Ages 5–13Exploring Reusable and Disposable Options for Young People Calling young minds 9 to 15 years old!
  2. 10:30 AMTeen Advisory GroupEllen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room · Library · Ages 10–13Monthly Meeting Ages 12-18. Make a difference in your library and community by sharing your opinions, volunteering, and more! Give opinions…Free
  3. 1:30 PMHispanic Heritage FiestaCharles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Frank and Betty Wright Reading Garden · Library · Ages 3–12 · $Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, crafts, face painting and food!
  4. 2 PMKids and Family Yoga with ARISE Educational ServicesJames M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12Learn. Breathe. Rise. Yoga, literacy, and family fun! Registration required. (Ages 3-8) ¡Yoga, alfabetización, y diversión familiar! Hay…Free
  5. 3 PMFilm ScreeningEllen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room · Library · Ages 10–13"Caramelo" Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with this 2025 family comedy-drama film inspired by how dogs can transform human lives.
SunOct 11
  1. 1:15 PMTween Craft and SnackJames M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–13Craft, snack, and chat! (ages 9-12) Join us the second Sunday of the month for open crafting, relaxing music, and light snacks.Free
TueOct 13
  1. 10:15 AMFamily StorytimeEllen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12tes de niños Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, music, and movement for ages 0-5!Free
  2. 10:30 AMBilingual StorytimeKate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area · Library · Ages 5–12Hora de cuentos bilingue Start your morning with stories, rhymes and songs in English and Spanish ¡Empieza su mañana con cuentos, rimas y canciones en inglés y español!
  3. 11 AMBaby and Toddler TimeKate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area · Library · Ages 5–12La hora de los bebés y los niños Just right for ages 0-23 months.Free
  4. 3 PMWeekly Kids Play DateEllen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12Join us for a special uninterrupted playtime with your child and meet other caregivers.Free
  5. 4 PMBead BuddiesCharles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room · Library · Ages 5–12Drop in to make bracelets, necklaces, and new friends! (Ages 6-12)Free
  6. 5 PMDuncan and Dragons TeenJames M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Teen Area · Library · Ages 10–13The Kingdoms of Living Giants Join DM John in a dino DnD adventure!Free
  7. 6 PMLEGO NightCharles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Story Room · Library · Ages 5–12Use your imagination and engineering skills to construct your own LEGO and Duplo creations, then display them in the library!Free
WedOct 14
  1. 10:30 AM1s and 2s Time (first session)Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2 Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones!Free
  2. 10:30 AMStitcher's SpaceEllen Coolidge Burke Branch Library - Meeting Room · Library · Ages 10–13Sew, quilt, knit, crochet, embroider! Every Wednesday! Enjoy weekly sessions with other fiber artists. Bring and share your projects, and…Free
  3. 11 AMJust BabiesKate Waller Barrett Branch Library - Youth Services Area · Library · Ages 5–12Solo Los Bebés A lap-sit and playtime just for babies ages 0-12 months and their grownups.Free
  4. 11:30 AM1s and 2s Time (second session)Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room · Library · Ages 5–12Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2 Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones!Free