Wizards vs. Raptors at Capital One Arena
Friday night hoops in Chinatown with an energetic downtown crowd and easy post-game dining steps away.
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For familiesWashington DC with kids: family activities and events
This weekend in Washington, DC: Fri, Oct 23 – Sun, Oct 25, 2026
Family activities in Washington, DC right now: kid-friendly events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
8 hand-picked things to do in Washington, DC right now · 3 with confirmed dates
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How we pick family-friendly spots
- Stroller- and toddler-friendly venues with room to move
- Weekend and daytime timing that works around nap windows
- Kids-eat-here restaurants over date-night-only rooms
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🍁 This Weekend in Washington, DC · Oct 23–25
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Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour at Warner Theatre
Offbeat, physical storytelling and sharp stand-up comedy live in downtown DC on Friday evening.
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Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country at Lincoln Theatre
Electric twang, jam sensibilities, and virtuoso guitar work in U Street's storied, ornate music hall.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Foliage and mountain retreats within 2 hours
Skyline Drive Peak Foliage & Front Royal
Drive 75 miles west to Shenandoah's northern entrance for ridgeline overlooks ablaze with late-October amber, stopping at Spelunker's for burgers.
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Historic Middleburg Strolls & Hunt Country Cider
An hour from the city brings you to 18th-century brick sidewalks, horse country pastures, local tasting rooms, and farm cideries.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Seasonal tables and standout menus
Afro-Caribbean Feasts at Dōgon
Chef Kwame Onwuachi's celebrated venture spotlights Nigerian, Jamaican, and Creole heritage, paired with spiced autumn cocktails.
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Regional Street Eats & Dosas at Tapori
Buzzy, bold Indian and Nepalese small plates along H Street, ideal for pairing craft cocktails with crispy street snacks.
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Fall Cassoulet Nights at Pastis DC
The Union Market French brasserie turns out rich duck confit cassoulet and warm baguettes perfect for chilly October nights.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Washington, DC with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include Wizards vs. Raptors at Capital One Arena, Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour at Warner Theatre, and Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country at Lincoln Theatre. WonderKit refreshes this Washington, DC guide daily so the picks stay current.
Where can families eat in Washington, DC?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants that work for families in Washington, DC, including spots that handle toddlers and offer kid-friendly menus.
What's happening in Washington, DC this weekend with kids?
Check the "This Weekend in Washington, DC" section above for current family-friendly events and weekend activities in Washington, DC. Updated daily.
Plan a family trip to Washington, DC
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