Things to do this weekend in and around DC Metro

Friendly fun in DC Metro for Friday, September 11, 2026 through Sunday, September 13, 2026. Check out these highlights!

(Scroll down for full list of weekend activities.)

Book a free 30-minute outdoor photo session and choose your favorite edited images afterward.

Enjoy an evening movie screening under the stars with the community.

Stop by for a morning story time designed for young children and families.

English Story Circle - Bethesda

Families can join a welcoming story circle with a Friday morning session for little listeners.

Kick off the Saturday Morning Live season with a vibrant lion dance performance and cultural celebration.

Visit the lab for a bonus animal encounter during timed-entry visits.

Celebrate Grandparents’ Day with free admission for grandparents when they come with grandchildren.

See a free planetarium show that follows Big Bird and Elmo on a trip through the night sky.

Spend the day at the fair with food, rides, and classic family-friendly fun.

Enjoy a weekend festival celebrating seafood at Sandy Point State Park.

Catch a playful puppet show that brings two beloved stories to life.

Watch circus acts and performances with Sunday showtimes for the whole family.

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