Things to do this weekend in and around DC Metro

Friendly fun in DC Metro for September 18, 2026–September 20, 2026. Check out these highlights!

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Hairspray - September 18–September 27, 2026 - Manassas, VA. Musical theatre performance with evening and matinee showtimes at the Gregory Family Theater in the Hylton Performing Arts Center.
FREE fall and holiday mini photo sessions with Shoott! - DC Metro area - September 18–December 27, 2026 - New York, NY. Outdoor 30-minute photo sessions where families receive an edited gallery and purchase only the images they choose.
Story Time with the National Postal Museum - September 18–September 25, 2026 - Washington, DC. Museum story time session for young children held at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum.
Family Glow Zone at Funbox Bowie! - September 18–October 30, 2026 - Bowie, MD. Evening glow-themed play experience for families at Funbox Bowie.
Family Movie Nights at Tysons Corner Center - September 18–October 16, 2026 - Tysons, VA. Outdoor family movie night at Tysons Corner Center starting in the early evening.

Maryland Renaissance Festival 2026! - August 29–October 25, 2026 - Crownsville, MD. Large outdoor renaissance fair with performances, food, crafts, and a season-long storyline about Henry VIII and his wives.
Pumpkin Patch at Clark's Elioak Farm - September 19–November 8, 2026 - Ellicott City, MD. Farm visit featuring hayrides to the pumpkin patch, animal encounters, and rides like the cow train and Enchanted Express.
Species Saturday at the Lab - September 19–September 26, 2026 - Fairfax, VA. Saturday visits to the Children’s Science Center Lab with special encounters featuring several live animal ambassadors.
Little Red Riding Hood and the 3 Little Pigs - September 17–September 20, 2026 - Glen Echo, MD. Puppet theater show presenting classic fairy tales at The Puppet Co. during daytime hours.
Anne Arundel County Fair 2026 - September 16–September 20, 2026 - Crownsville, MD. County fair with family-friendly activities, exhibits, and rides at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds.

One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventures - September 17–September 27, 2026 - Washington, DC. Free planetarium show where Sesame Street characters explore the night sky and compare views from the United States and China.
English Story Circle - September 16–November 29, 2026 - Bethesda, MD. Regular story circle sessions in English for children at Third Space for Kids on multiple weekdays and weekends.
French Story Circle - September 16–November 27, 2026 - Bethesda, MD. French-language story circle providing short weekly sessions for kids at Third Space for Kids.
Pumpkin Village Fall Fest 2026 - September 14–November 8, 2026 - Leesburg, VA. Seasonal fall festival at Leesburg Animal Park with extended daily hours, pumpkins, animals, and outdoor attractions.
Gaver Farm Fall Fun Fest - September 14–November 1, 2026 - Mount Airy, MD. Farm fall festival offering daily activities, play areas, and outdoor fun for families.

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