Visit the Lab to enjoy STEM activities with a wintry twist. Be the first to try "Candy Cane Slime" at the Experiment Bar and "Happy City" in the Tinker Shop. There will also be a holiday sound piano and a winter animal expedition!
This is included with your timed entry ticket!
Enjoy a Kids' Night Out at the Lab! Kids will get to explore all the experience areas of their choice: from building hovercrafts in the Tinker Shop to making gooey slime at the Experiment Bar to meeting our animals at the Bio Zone IN THEIR PAJAMAS!
Saturday, December 14th (6:30 -8:30 PM)
Kids only event! (Drop-off required)
Register 2 children and save $5 using promo code WINTERKNO at checkout.
BONUS! Registered adults will receive a FREE appetizer at Lazy Dog (next to
Petite Rouge: A Cajun Red Riding Hood updates the classic tale, sending the plucky heroine—now a red-robed little duck—and her ‘fraidy cat friend Te Jean on a perilous journey through the bayou. Along the way the pair tangle with a Big Bad Gator. Petite is no sitting duck, though, and leads her nemesis on a merry Mardi Gras chase through New Orleans. A chorus of swamp dwellers sings backup to the Zydeco-driven score in this foot-stomping musical.
Created by the team behind Doc McStuffins and Vampirina, Finn is an underwater musical that follows a young shark's journey of self-discovery as he aspires to join the esteemed Shark Guard. Filled with quirky sea creatures and catchy songs, the story is both humorous and heartfelt, highlighting Finn's challenges of growing up and pursuing his dreams. Featuring the talents of writing duo Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond, as well as Emmy® winner Chris Nee and director Adrienne Campbell-Holt.
Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights is an elegant garden trail decorated with thousands of sparkling lights, perfect for a date night or family holiday outing. The half-mile walk through the enchanting Meadowlark Botanical Gardens (Vienna, VA) features lighted nature themes and animated displays along a paved wheelchair and stroller-accessible trail. Stay warm by sipping on a hot beverage (with or without spirits) as you walk and finish the evening with some tasty s’mores by the fire pit. Plus, treat your pup to their favorite walk of the year on specific dates!
Build the best memories at DMV's top family holiday event, Holiday Bricktacular! Daily from November 30 - December 30, families can enjoy a winter wonderland of activities, festive decorations, and more at LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.
Get in the holiday spirit and learn how Christmas was observed during the Civil War at this popular family-oriented event. Enjoy a patriotic Civil War Santa Claus, reenactors in winter camp settings, period decorations, fort tours, and kids' activities.
Register for a spot starting at 3 p.m., with the last session starting at 5:30 p.m.
Sensory-friendly sessions available starting at 12:45 p.m., with the last session on Saturday starting at 2:15 p.m.
