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Things to do with kids this weekend in Washington (August 14–16)

Updated August 12, 2026

The weekend of August 14–16 in Washington brings Woodridge Back to School Festival at Woodridge Neighborhood Library (Sunday) and Here's the Stitchuation! at Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room 1 (10-100 Person Capacity) (Friday). Every listing comes from the organizer's own calendar, with times, venues, and official links — free ones are marked.

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Family events in Washington this weekend: August 14–16

Friday, August 14

5 events · 4 free

  1. Girl Scouts: STEM Career Badge + Playground

    National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 5–12

    Explore Girl Scout badge programs inspired by the world we design and build!

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  2. Storytime at THE PLAYGROUND

    National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 5–12

    s and Fridays, 9:15 to 10 am Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading, songs, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills!

    Free Official ↗

  3. Here's the Stitchuation!

    Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room 1 (10-100 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Come stitch with us – one thread at a time!

    Free Official ↗

  4. TeenyBopper Cinema

    Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library - First Floor Meeting Room (50-125 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Hopper's (2026) Join us in the library's First-Floor meeting room for a movie at 3:30 pm on Aug. 14th.

    Free Official ↗

  5. Anime Manga Club

    Parklands-Turner Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    It's a ninja showdown! Dive into adventure with our high-energy Ninja Pool Noodle game and uncover awesome facts about real ninjas while…

    Free Official ↗

Saturday, August 15

20 events · 17 free

  1. DC Summer Puzzle Challenge

    Deanwood Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    One giant 40,320-piece puzzle. Ten DCPL locations. Three months to complete it. DC Public Library and DC Puzzle Swap are teaming up this…

    Free Official ↗

  2. Family Nature Program

    DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Washington · Ages 3–13

    Outdoor nature, ranger, garden, or recreation programming for families in Washington DC.

    Free Official ↗

  3. Girl Scouts: STEM Career Badge + Playground

    National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 5–12

    Explore Girl Scout badge programs inspired by the world we design and build!

    Official ↗

  4. International Cat Day

    National Zoo · Washington · Ages 5–12

    Have a paw-some time with the cats living at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute!

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  5. Georgetown Library English Conversation Club

    Georgetown Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    A weekly conversation circle for English-language learners Would you like to improve your English-language skills in a small and comfortable group?

    Free Official ↗

  6. A Visit with LAYC DC Prevention Center Wards 1 & 2

    Lamont Plaza - Lamont Plaza · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Bilingual outreach health program Public health information and Narcan distribution with bilingual assistance in Spanish and English at the…

    Free Official ↗

  7. Yoga with Nzinga

    Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Kemetic Yoga / Find your Balance Kemetic Yoga focuses on controlled breathing, geometric postures, and slow, intentional movement designed…

    Free Official ↗

  8. Yoga With NZINGA

    Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room 1 (11-50 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Chair Yoga for Seniors Join Instructor Nzinga for rejuvenating Kemetic Yoga classes.

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  9. Family Fitness and Play

    DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Washington · Ages 5–13

    Low-pressure movement, games, and recreation for families in Washington DC.

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  10. Family Museum Program

    Smithsonian Events · Washington · $ · Ages 3–13

    Family-friendly museum programming, discovery activities, and exhibit-based learning in Washington DC.

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  11. MLK Bargain Basement Books & Shop

    Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    An MLK Friends Event Browse used books and library merch!

    Free Official ↗

  12. Saturday Bellevue Cinema: Health & Wellness

    Bellevue (William O. Lockridge) Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room (25-100 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Health & Wellness Month Observing Health & Wellness Month with film.

    Free Official ↗

  13. An Afternoon with Children's Authors

    Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room 1 (10-100 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Join us for an afternoon of local children's authors, Melanie Lymon-Harris and Cherie Craney sharing their inspirational children's books.

    Free Official ↗

  14. Vintage Car Show & Pinewood Derby Race

    Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Celebrating 250 Years of America — DC Style Come admire beautifully restored automobiles from local car clubs and individual collectors,…

    Free Official ↗

  15. 2nd Annual Back to School Bash

    Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Join us as we celebrate the return of the school year with our 2nd Annual Back to School Bash.

    Free Official ↗

  16. District Vibes / American Pride Exhibition Tours

    Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    DC Public Library is commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary by showcasing the unique and vibrant contributions Washingtonians have…

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  17. Feminist Bird Club: Wingspan Board Game Event

    Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library - 401-A Conference Room (20-50 Person Capa · Washington · Ages 10–13

    The Feminist Bird Club is partnering with DCPL to hold a fun Wingspan Board Game Day!

    Free Official ↗

  18. It's the Beach Episode! Anime Marathon

    Woodridge Neighborhood Library - Conference Room A (6-14 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

    The Beach Episode: One of the most famous and enduring tropes, a mid-season palate cleanser, and provides lighthearted comedy break.

    Free Official ↗

  19. Georgetown Library Chess Club

    Georgetown Neighborhood Library - Meeting Room 1 (10-80 Person Capacity) · Washington · Ages 10–13

    The Georgetown Library Chess Club welcomes players of all ages and skill levels.

    Free Official ↗

  20. Canto Tea Chat｜飲茶 + 傾偈

    Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    A Cantonese-language conversation group to practice, listen, and connect.

    Free Official ↗

Sunday, August 16

6 events · 3 free

  1. Family Nature Program

    DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Washington · Ages 3–13

    Outdoor nature, ranger, garden, or recreation programming for families in Washington DC.

    Free Official ↗

  2. Girl Scouts: STEM Career Badge + Playground

    National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 5–12

    Explore Girl Scout badge programs inspired by the world we design and build!

    Official ↗

  3. Little Builders at THE PLAYGROUND

    National Building Museum · Washington · Ages 3–12

    | 10:30 to 11:30 am Little Builders is a monthly workshop series for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers, offering a playful…

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  4. Family Museum Program

    Smithsonian Events · Washington · $ · Ages 3–13

    Family-friendly museum programming, discovery activities, and exhibit-based learning in Washington DC.

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  5. Woodridge Back to School Festival

    Woodridge Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Celebrate the start of a new school year at Woodridge Library's annual Back to School Festival!

    Free Official ↗

  6. Family Improv

    Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library · Washington · Ages 10–13

    Come join us for an afternoon of Improv games created and played by you.

    Free Official ↗

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