The ARTfactory 5K: A Frozen Experience is a fun-filled winter-themed race that brings the community together in support of ARTfactory's mission to inspire creativity, arts education, and cultural engagement throughout the region.

What if the darkness is where you shine the brightest? From the acclaimed children’s book by April Genevieve Tucholke, Beatrice Likes the Dark is an imaginative production that blends magic, music, shadow play, and heartfelt storytelling in a celebration of curiosity, courage, and connection. When Beatrice casts a spell for endless darkness, she discovers that even the things we fear most can become beautiful when brought into the light. Overflowing with wonder, humor, and theatrical ingenuity, Beatrice Likes the Dark is a luminous reminder that families—and communities—shine brightest when every voice belongs.

Ah…yasso nice! Three little birds sing their sweet songs to Ziggy, a very shy child who is happy to see the world from the T.V. in his room. But his tricky friend, Nansi wants him to get out and enjoy the Island of Jamaica.

Disney’s Frozen the Broadway Musical brings the beloved animated film to the stage in a breathtaking theatrical event filled with heart, humor, and unforgettable music.

Celebrate the season with Shoott's FREE 30-minute outdoor photo sessions! Whether you're updating your holiday card, gathering the whole family, or simply overdue for new family photos, we make it easy. There's no sitting fee or upfront cost - you only pay for the photos you love. Get a gallery of beautifully edited images within days, choose your favorites, and leave the holiday memories to us.

Showtimes on September 18, 19, 25, 26 at 7PM, September 20 & 27 at 2PM in the Gregory Family Theater at Hylton Performing Arts Center

When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion which results in a tremendous peach – and launches a journey of enormous proportions. This wickedly fun show features a tuneful score by the TONY Award-nominated team of Pasek and Paul and a curiously quirky book by Timothy Allen McDonald. 

KIZUNA QUEST has just launched in North America, bringing families a simple new way to turn everyday time together into meaningful conversation. Players draw from a 52-card deck, take turns leading the “quest,” read the prompts aloud, and share their answers—no complicated rules, preparation, winners, or losers. The cards are designed to spark laughter, memories, honest feelings, and deeper connection, making KIZUNA QUEST especially appealing for parents and kids, but also useful for couples, friends, educators, and coaches. The game is launching through Kickstarter, with early-bird pricing and special backer rewards available at launch.

In this free planetarium show, join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street. Together they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They also journey to Zhima Jie to learn about the similarities in our view of the sky.

PEERS, The Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills, is an evidence-based social skills training program, for young adults age 18-30 who are interested in making and keeping friends and / or developing romantic relationships. Developed by Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson at UCLA, this program enjoys global recognition, implemented in over 35 countries.

Pumpkin Village is back at Leesburg Animal Park! Celebrate the season with a day full of family fun, including your favorite animals, wagon rides, giant hill slides, pedal carts, play areas, seasonal activities, live entertainment on select dates, and more. With plenty to explore for kids and adults alike, Pumpkin Village is the perfect way to enjoy a fall day together. Plan your visit and get your tickets on the Leesburg Animal Park website!

Visit the Children's Science Center Lab on Saturdays in September during available timed-entries for a bonus animal encounter from one of our seven animal ambassadors. Animal ambassadors include Land Hermit Crabs, White's Tree Frogs, Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches, an African Pygmy Hedgehog, a Corn Snake, a Mali Uromastyx, and a Ball Python!

Showtimes: December 11th at 7PM December 12th at 10AM and 2PM December 13th at 2PM