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Best Things to Do with Kids in DC
in September 2025
Top Things To Do in DC with Kids this September
Maryland Renaissance Festival
Annapolis, MD
Saturdays & Sundays, through October 19
This massive annual Renaissance Festival includes live entertainment, food, arts and crafts, and more. Visitors are encouraged to wear family-friendly costumes to get into the spirit. Visit the website here.
DC State Fair
Washington, DC - Free
Saturday, September 6
The DC State Fair is back. Showcasing the talents and uniqueness of DC, the fair has contests, a pet parade, exhibitions by local vendors, and more. Be sure to stop by workshops and exhibitions throughout the day. Visit the website here.
Cirque du Soleil: LUZIA (at Tysons II)
Tysons, VA
Thursdays - Sundays, September 6 - October 19 (also on Wednesday, September 10)
Cirque du Soleil takes audiences on a journey into the colorful and fantastical world of LUZIA, set in a make-believe Mexico, with stunning visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances. LUZIA deftly visits the locations, people, and sounds of both classical and contemporary Mexico, from urban locations like an old movie set and a smoke-filled dance hall to the beach and barren desert. Visit the website here.
Library of Congress National Book Festival
Washington, DC - Free
Saturday, September 6
The National Book Festival brings together bestselling authors and thousands of book fans for author talks, panel discussions, book signings, and other activities. The lineup includes children's authors and activities. Visit the website here.
Kensington Train Show (at Kensington Town Hall)
Kensington, MD
Saturday, September 6
The National Capital Trackers chug into town with model trains, railroad songs and stories, and children's activities. Visit the website here.
Clemyjontri Park Open House
McLean, VA - Free
Sunday, September 7
Check out Clemyjontri Park for a day of family fun. Enjoy carousel rides, a trackless train, arts and crafts, a community resource fair, a guided nature hike, the Wonder Wagon mobile nature center, and of course, the Clemyjontri playground itself. Visit the website here.
Adams Morgan Day
Washington, DC - Free
Sunday, September 7
DC's longest-running neighborhood festival is a free, family-friendly celebration with music, art, lawn games, face painting, sports, and other activities for all ages. Food and wares from local businesses are available for purchase. Visit the website here.
The Sound of Music (at The Kennedy Center)
Washington, DC
Daily (except Mondays), September 9 - October 5
Sixty-five years after its original stage debut, a critically acclaimed North American tour of The Sound of Music transports the next generation of theatergoers to the hills of Austria. Directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O’Brien, the smash-hit musical classic once again graces stages across the country, captivating audiences with its universal themes of love, resilience, and the power of music. Visit the website here.
Art All Night
Washington, DC - Free
Friday & Saturday, September 12 & 13
Spanning 22 neighborhoods in all eight wards of the city, DC Art All Night features different activations each night. It brings visual and performing arts including painting, photography, sculpture, crafts, fashion, music, literary arts, dance, theater, film, and poetry to indoor and outdoor public and private spaces, including local businesses and restaurants. Visit the website here.
Bowie International Festival (at Allen Pond Park)
Bowie, MD - Free
Saturday, September 13
Bowie's annual International Festival is a celebration of global culture and diversity with entertainers, artists, crafters, and food from around the world. Kids can pick up a passport and earn stamps at the event by participating in a variety of fun children's activities. At the end of their journey around the world, kids with enough stamps receive a special prize. Visit the website here.
Maryland Seafood Festival (at Sandy Point State Park)
Annapolis, MD
Saturday & Sunday, September 13 &14
This festival celebrates the bounty of Maryland seafood with oyster tastings, crabs, crab cakes, and more from local restaurants. There are also plenty of activities and performances for kids. Visit the website here.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar at Imagination Stage
Bethesda, MD
Various dates, September 17 - October 12
Experience 75 beautiful , larger-than-life puppets and original music as Brown Bear, Brown Bear, The Very Lonely Firefly, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, and, of course, The Very Hungry Caterpillar come to life on stage at Imagination Stage. Visit the website here.
Homecoming at President Lincoln's Cottage
Washington, DC - Free
Saturday, September 20
Lincoln's Cottage invites families to Homecoming Family Day with pony rides, a petting zoo, crafts, storytelling, and more. Pack a picnic to enjoy on the South Lawn. Visit the website here.
H Street Festival
Washington, DC - Free
Saturday, September 20
Eleven blocks long with 14 staging areas, the H Street Festival features tons of music, dance, youth-based performances, interactive children’s programs, and more. Visit the website here.
Bug Fest (at Lake Accotink Park)
Springfield, VA
Saturday, September 20
Join an insect safari, explore live insects and bug science, roll logs to find bugs, play in soil stations, make your own bug, and participate in more bug-themed activities at Bug Fest. Visit the website here.
The Flying Circus Hot Air Balloon Festival
Bealeton, VA
Saturday & Sunday, September 20 & 21
Head out to the Flying Circus Airshow to watch hot air balloons and aircraft take flight. Families wanting a breathtaking view of the area can take a ride for an additional fee. Arrive early, as lines get longer throughout the day. Visit the website here.
Galbani Maryland Italian Festival (at Harford County Equestrian Center)
Bel Air, MD
Friday - Sunday, September 26-28
The Galbani Maryland Italian Festival is the state’s biggest Italian Festival, featuring activities, entertainment, and Italian cuisine for attendees of all ages. The three-day outdoor festival includes attractions such as carnival rides and a midway, two wine/beer/liquor piazzas, cooking and wine demos, and local vendors. Visit the website here.
Fiesta DC
Washington, DC - Free
Saturday & Sunday, September 27 & 28
Experience a celebration of Latino culture from across Central and South America at Fiesta DC. The festival includes a parade, music, and food from several Latino countries. Visit the website here.
Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival
Wheaton, MD - Free
Sunday, September 28
Everyone can be an artist at the Wheaton Arts Parade and Arts Festival. Participants are invited to make their own art and be part of the parade, or simply watch from the sidewalks. The festival features more than 50 local artists and galleries, performances from top Montgomery County musicians, food from local restaurants, and crafts for kids. Visit the website here.
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