Things to Do for Kids
in Washington, DC in March 2026

Hershey Super Sweet Adventure at Tysons Corner Center
Tysons, VA - Thursdays - Mondays, March 6 - July 5
Hershey Super Sweet Adventure, the hit interactive family-friendly experience, is making its East Coast debut at Tysons Corner Center! The experience invites families to step inside a whimsical workshop filled with hands-on games, multi-sensory activities, and interactive fun celebrating some of The Hershey Company’s most iconic confections. Experience an interactive journey complete with games, active play, and family-friendly moments designed to spark imagination and connection for candy lovers of all ages. Website

Alexandria St. Patrick's Day Parade
Old Town Alexandria, VA - Saturday, March 7
FREE
Presented by the Ballyshaners, the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade features more than 2,000 participants including pipe and drum bands, historical re-enactors, Irish dancers, and more. Website

Harlem Globetrotters - Washington, DC (at Capital One Arena)
Washington, DC - Saturday, March 7
See what fans love about the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters plus more as they level up every game with all-new, exciting challenges. You’ll see all the amazing basketball spins, slams, and dunks you’ve come to expect, plus new trials as players see who can pull off astonishing trick shots and more. See the Globetrotters and their rivals, the Washington Generals, as they challenge themselves and each other to new moves, shots, and innovations. Every game has fan interaction opportunities before, during, and after so you can meet your favorite players. Website

Holi Festival in Dupont Circle
Washington, DC - Saturday, March 7
FREE
Join the Indian Embassy to celebrate the Holi Festival in Dupont Circle Park, complete with traditional dancers and a live DJ. It's the most colorful celebration with powder throwing! Website

The Harlem Globetrotters at Eagle Bank Arena
Washington, DC - Sunday, March 8
The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters take the court with moments of extreme basketball innovation and unparalleled fan fun. See the Globetrotter stars live as they dribble, spin, slam, and dunk their way past their relentless rivals, the Washington Generals. Be amazed by new levels of mind-blowing trick shots, expert ball-handling skills, and big laughs with unrivaled opportunities for pre-game, post-game, and in-game fan engagement. Website

Walloping Weather with The Science Guys of Baltimore (at Discovery Theater)
Washington, DC - Wednesday - Friday, March 11-13
In a thrilling interactive show, young scientists embark on a STEM adventure where they take on a mission filled with electrifying obstacles. Together they attempt to defy gravity, test the limits of our velocity, and uncover the science-based principals that help us navigate our way through the world. Website

Super Pet Expo in Manassas
Manassas Mall, VA - Friday - Sunday, March 13-15
Kids will thrill at the treasure trove of pets at Super Pet Expo’s new venue at the Manassas Mall, March 13-15. Pets are invited to attend and participate in countless activities. In addition to information and pet products to buy, parents will appreciate the tremendous range of photo ops at the expo’s 24th year. Website

Lord of the Flies at Imagination Stage
Bethesda, MD - Friday - Sunday, March 13-15
Based on William Golding’s 1954 novel, Lord of the Flies is about a plane evacuating a group of school-aged children shot down over a deserted tropical island. Ralph is elected leader, but as tensions rise and the hunger for power grows, the group fractures and spirals into chaos. Left to fend for themselves, the young survivors are pushed to their limits as they struggle to survive in a strange and unforgiving world. Website

Awesome Con at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Washington, DC - Friday - Sunday, March 13-15
Awesome Con is DC’s premier pop culture convention! An action-packed, star-studded bonanza, Awesome Con attracts more than 60,000 fans to celebrate their favorite comics, movies, TV shows, books, toys, games, cosplay, and more. All ages will find something to love, from toddlers to teens… to adults who refuse to grow up. Website

Ireland at The Wharf
Washington, DC - Saturday, March 14
FREE
Celebrate the Emerald Isle at the Ireland at the Wharf festival featuring bagpipers, Irish dancers, live music, and a Guinness beer garden for adults. Website

St. Patrick's Day Parade - Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg, MD - Saturday, March 14
St. Patrick’s Day Parade begins at Rio Boulevard and Grand Corner Avenue.
FREE
The city of Gaithersburg hosts its annual St. Patrick's Day Parade with Celtic dancers, bagpiper bands, school groups, clowns, fire trucks, horses, and more. Website

Nowruz Festival at the Hilton Dulles
Hilton Washington Dulles Airport, Herndon, VA - Sunday, March 15
FREE
Celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year, with live entertainment provided by Persian-American artists, musicians, singers, dancers, and traditional players. Visit a bazaar with vendors offering traditional foods, jewelry, crafts, books, and more. A kids' area features crafts and other activities to learn about Persian culture. Website

Tulip Day Washington (on the National Mall)
Washington, DC - Sunday, March 15
FREE
This spring, one of America’s most colorful public events make its debut in the nation’s capital as Tulip Day Washington transforms DC’s National Mall into a breathtaking tulip-picking garden. Approximately 150,000 tulips will be a vibrant, one-day floral showcase with views of the US Capitol. Visitors are invited to pick 10 tulips for free to welcome the arrival of spring. Website

Nowruz Family Day at National Museum of Asian Art
Washington, DC - Saturday, March 14
FREE
Honor the new year at Nowruz Family Day. Welcome spring with free attractions for all ages, including storytelling, hands-on activities, and more. Persian sweets and food are available for purchase. Website

Disney's Beauty and the Beast: The Musical (at National Theatre)
Washington, DC - Daily (except Mondays), March 18 - April 5
Beauty and the Beast is Disney’s first North American production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. This enchanting and timeless tale, filled with the romance and grandeur audiences know and love, has been brought to life like never before, with spectacular new sets and dazzling costumes. The show boasts the Oscar®-winning and Tony Award®-nominated score, including the classic songs “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast.” Website

National Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony
Washington, DC - Saturday, March 21
FREE
The opening ceremony launches the National Cherry Blossom Festival with peformances from artists with ties to both Japan and the United States. Website

College Park's Egg-ceptional Egg Hunt Egg-stravaganza
Calvert Park, College Park, MD - Saturday, March 21
FREE
Join in a morning of egg hunting, crafts, music, a visit with Peter Cottontail, prizes, and more at the Egg-ceptional Egg Hunt Egg-stravaganza! Egg hunts are designed for children up to 10 years old and are organized by age groups. Website

Capitals Kids Day
Capital One Arena, Washington, DC - Sunday, March 22
The Capitals are excited to host Kids Day, a day full of fun, presented by West Virginia Tourism. The first 5,000 kids in attendance receive a special Capitals giveaway. Website

DC Water Lantern Festival at National Harbor SouthPoint
National Harbor, MD - Friday - Sunday, March 27-29
Families will be dazzled as they witness the beauty of thousands of lanterns floating on the water in National Harbor. The event also includes food trucks, music, and giveaways. Website

Bloomaroo at The Wharf
Washington, DC - Saturday, March 28
FREE
See spring in full bloom at the Wharf! This free spring festival includes live music, Japanese culture activities, a kids craft zone, fireworks, and stunning waterfront views of the cherry blossoms. Website

Blossom Kite Festival (at the Washington Monument)
Washington, DC - Saturday, March 28
FREE
This long-standing DC tradition, part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, invites people of all ages to fly kites among the cherry blossom trees on the grounds of the Washington Monument. Website

Sakura Taiko Fest (at Sylvan Theater)
Washington, DC - Saturday, March 28
FREE
At this cherry blossom celebration, Japanese taiko groups share their passion for music, culture, and community. From traditional favorites to modern Japanese-African fusion, the groups showcase different drumming styles celebrating Japanese culture. Website

Oxon Run Pinknic & Kite Fly
Oxon Run Park, Washington, DC - Sunday, March 29
Fly kites and enjoy live entertainment, kid-friendly activities, food, and more at Oxon Run Park as part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Website

Sakura Sunday at National Harbor
National Harbor, MD - Sunday, March 29
FREE
Sakura Sunday features a wide array of cultural activities including a Japanese market, art, music, dance, culinary delights, and more. Website

Things to Do for Kids in Washington, DC in March 2026

Things to Do for Kids
in Washington, DC in March 2026