Best Events and Activities for Kids
in Washington DC in April 2026

Dog Man: The Musical (at Capital One Hall)
Tysons, VA
Friday & Saturday, April 3 & 4, 2026
Based on the worldwide bestselling hit series by Dav Pilkey, Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming production following the chronicles of Dog Man, who with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. But while trying his best to be a good boy, can he save the city from Flippy the cyborg fish and his army of Beasty Buildings? Can he catch Petey, the world’s most evil cat, who has cloned himself to exact revenge on the doggy do-gooder? And will George and Harold finish their show before lunchtime? Website

Spring Fest at Mclean Community Center
McLean, VA - FREE
Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m.-noon
Join your neighbors as we celebrate the changing of seasons with spring-themed arts and crafts, entertainment and the opportunity for your child to get a photo with Bunny! Make sure you bring your camera as an OFC staff member will be on hand to take the photo of you and your family. Free Admission Website

National Cherry Blossom Festival: Petalpalooza
Capitol Riverfront at the Yards, 355 Water St SE Washington , DC
FREE
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Celebrate the cherry blossoms at Yards Park with live music, a beer garden for parents, family-friendly hands-on activities, interactive art installations, and more. The day's events conclude with a fireworks show. Website

Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival
Between 3rd and 7th St NW
Pennsylvania & Constitution Avenues, NW Washington, DC
Saturday & Sunday, April 11 & 12, 2026
This two-day celebration of Japanese culture complementing the end of the National Cherry Blossom Festival features live musical performances across three stages, dancers, food, and arts. Guests can shop from a variety of vendors selling Japanese home goods, accessories, and artwork. Website

Bunnyland Festival at Butler's Orchard
Germantown, MD
Saturdays & Sundays, through April 12, 2026
Bunnyland at Butler's Orchard includes hayrides through a decorated trail, goodie baskets, an egg hunt, jump pads, giant slides, photos with the Easter Bunny, and more. Website

Day of Play at RFK Stadium Fields
Washington, DC - FREE
Wednesday, April 16, 2026
This free, field-based event gathers adults and kids in DC for a day of fun, family-friendly competition featuring music, food trucks, and activities for all ages. Website

NOVA Model Railroad Museum Open House
Northern Virginia Model Railroad Museum, Vienna, VA - FREE
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Visit the great museum featuring the history of the W&OD (the railroad that built Northern Virginia) and many other railroad pictures and artifacts of the iron road. This is hosted by the Northern Virginia Model Railroaders in the historic Vienna Depot (c. 1859) of the former Washington & Old Dominion Railroad. Website

Cinderella (at The Puppet Co. Playhouse at Glen Echo)
Glen Echo, MD
Thursdays - Sundays, through April 19, 2026
Also on Monday, April 6
Cinderella dreams of rising beyond her circumstances to attend the royal ball. The Puppet Co.’s adaptation of this classic tale features 15 handmade rod puppets! Cinderella highlights the power of hope in this rags-to-riches story with lots of magical transformations. Website

Sensory-Friendly Family Evening at Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, VA
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Have a sensory-friendly evening at Mount Vernon! Upon arrival, guests receive a sensory bag (while supplies last). Visit the Orientation Center and watch the Revolutionary War Film with closed captions, lowered volume, and no 4D elements. Explore the Museum at your own pace. Visit discovery stations to learn about textile production at Mount Vernon, archaeology, and the mansion. Website

Georgetown French Market
Wisconsin Avenue, from O Street to Reservoir Road, Washington, DC
FREE
Friday - Sunday, April 24-26, 2026
Dust off the berets for the popular Georgetown French Market, a Parisian-inspired open-air market in the charming Book Hill neighborhood. Face painting, caricature artists, roaming whimsical street performers, and live French and gypsy jazz offer fun and entertainment for all ages. C'est magnifique! Website

Earth Day Fairfax at Lake Fairfax Park
1400 Lake Fairfax Dr, Reston, VA 20190
Chantilly, VA - FREE
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Head to this Earth Day festival to enjoy nature exhibits, outdoor learning activities, an obstacle course, live entertainment, farm animals, a touch-a-truck, a tree-care clinic, giveaways, food trucks, and tours of Sully Historic House. Website

Holi at Mosaic
Mosaic District, 2910 District Avenue, Fairfax, VA
FREE
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Holi celebrates color, spring, and love, bringing friends and family together. The Mosaic District, in partnership with RASA, hosts the community for an afternoon of colored powder, music, and food. The throwing of color begins at 5:50pm. Website

Montgomery County GreenFest (at Marian Fryer Town Plaza)
Wheaton, MD - FREE
Saturday, April 25, 2026
This Earth Day celebration is the largest annual environmental festival in Montgomery County, MD. GreenFest is organized by a coalition of public and non-profit partners. GreenFest invites people of all ages to come together to celebrate, learn, and start or continue their journey to improving the community and the environment. Website

Day Out with Thomas at B&O Railroad Museum
Baltimore, MD
Saturday & Sunday, April 25 & 26, 2026
The Day Out With Thomas: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll! tour is rolling into the B&O Railroad Museum. Families can hop onboard a real train ride with Thomas, snap photos, and visit the exclusive gift shop. Then, keep the fun going at the Music Corner with lawn games, hands-on activities, and music-inspired fun that will have the whole family dancing. Website

Rockville Science Day (at Montgomery College, Rockville Campus)
Rockville, MD - FREE
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Engage in a day filled with science at Rockville Science Day. Exhibits and activities cover a wide range of science topics including robotics, astronomy, medicine, chemistry, and much more. Website

Best Events and Activities for Kids in Washington DC in April 2026

Best Events and Activities for Kids
in Washington DC in April 2026