March 10th-12th
Happy Monday!
I hope you guys are excited about the spring season! Last week, the National Park Services announced that the peak bloom for the cherry blossoms would be March 22-25, 2023. The blooming period commences when 20% of the cherry blossoms open and concludes when the petals start falling. “Peak bloom” occurs when at least 70% of the blossoms have opened and can last up to 10 days.
If you are planning a trip to the city or looking for less crowded spots to see the cherry blossoms in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. I compiled a list of places with parking and restroom information here: 28 Cherry Blossoms Spots Near Washington DC in 2023.
Below is your weekly events list in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia this weekend.
Please note: Please check all the information on the event you will attend to ensure no last-minute changes have been made. The event host or planner is responsible for the accuracy of the information submitted.
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So, let’s start looking forward to THE WEEKEND and the planning!
What’s new on the blog?
- It’s almost spring break, so what is the plan? Check out our Best Spring and Summer Camps in the DMV suggestions. It’s not too late to get your kids to enroll.
- Next weekend, the Cherry Blossoms Festival is kicking off its annual blooming celebration. Here is all you need to know about the upcoming events.
Things to do this weekend:
Events in Washington, DC, this Weekend
The World and Me Family Program: Prehistoric Sea Monsters at the National History Museum
Address: 10th and Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC
Dates: 03/11
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Nowruz Family Day at the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art
Address: 1050 Independence Ave, SW, Washington DC, 20013
Dates: 03/12
Time: 11:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Sunday Movie at Metrobar
Address: 640 Rhode Island Avenue Northeast Washington, DC 20002
Date: 3/5
Time: 3:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Read all the details HERE!
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience at Rhode Island Center
Address: 524 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Date: 2/24, 2/25, & 2/26
Time: Various times
Cost: Starting at $29.90
Learn More: Click HERE to learn more!
Creativity is Magic: Maya Lin Festival at National Portraits Gallery
Address: 8th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC, 20001
Dates: 03/11
Time: 11:30 AM- 3:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Family Fun Day Intersections Festival 2023
Address: 1333 H Street NE, Washington, DC, 20002
Dates: 3/11
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Events in Virginia this Weekend
Summer Camp Fair at Manassas Mall
Address: 8300 Sudley Rd. Manassas, VA 20109
Date: 3/11
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Click HERE to learn more!
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience
Photo Credit: Harry Potter A Forbidden Forest Experience
Address: 41580 Sunday Morning Ln. Leesburg, VA 20176
Date: 3/3, 3/4 and 3/5
Time: 5:15 pm – 9:45 pm
Cost: Starting at $64 pp
Learn More: Click HERE to reserve your tickets!
The Great Migration Light Show at Nova Wild
Address: 1228 Hunter Mill Rd. Vienna, VA 22182
Date: 3/3-3/5
Time: 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Cost: Starting at $24
Learn More: Click HERE to learn more!
Family Day at Udvar-Hazy Center National Air & Space Museum
Address: 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy. Chantilly, VA 20151
Dates: 03/11
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
St. Patrick’s Day Parade at Old Town Manassas
Address: 9201 Center St. Manassas, VA 20110
Dates: 03/11
Time: 11:00 AM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Kids & Paws Fest at Shipgarten
Address: 7581 Colshire Drive, Mclean, VA 22102
Dates: 03/11
Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Dolls Hair & Manicure Day at The American Girl Store
Address: 8090 Tysons Corner Ctr. McLean, VA 22102
Dates: 03/12
Time: 10:00 AM-
Cost: $35/ per person
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Art on the Horizon Fitting In at Theater on the Run
Address: 3700 S Four Miles Run Drive, Arlington, VA 22206
Dates: 03/10 & 03/11
Time: 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
Cost:
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Family Fun Forcing Flowers at Green Spring Gardens
Address: 4603 Green Spring Rd. Alexandria, VA 22312
Dates: 03/11
Time: 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM
Cost: $10
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Maple Sugaring Boil Down at Colvin Run Mill
Address: 10017 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls, VA 22066
Date:03/12
Time: 11:00 AM- 2:45 PM
Cost: $8
Learn More: Click HERE to read all the details!
Family Fun Forcing Flowers at Green Spring Gardens
Address: 4603 Green Spring RD, Alexandria, VA 22312
Dates: 3/11
Time: 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM
Cost: $10
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Astronomy Festival at Turner Farm Park
Address: 925 Springvale Rd. Great Falls, VA 22066
Dates: 03/11
Time: 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Cost: $10
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Campfire Fridays at Lake Accotink
Address: 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, VA 22150
Dates: 03/10
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: $8
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Events in Maryland this Weekend
The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen at Imagination Stage
Address: 4908 Auburn Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814
Date: 03/10 & 03/11
Time: Various times
Cost: $12-$39
Learn More: Click HERE to learn more!
LEGO Construction Crew at Olney Library
Address: 3500 Olney Laytonsville Rd. Olney, MD 20832
Date: 3/10
Time: 3:30 pm -5:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Click HERE to learn more!
Wildlife Rescue- An Augmented Reality Experience at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Address: 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745
Dates: 03/10-03/12
Time: Various time
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Springtime Light Show at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Address: 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745
Dates: 3/10-3/12
Time: Starting at 7:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
St. Patrick’s Day Parade at Rio Lakefront Shopping Center
Address: 209 Boardwalk Place, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878
Dates: 03/11
Time: 10:00 AM
Cost: FREE
Learn More: Get all the details HERE!
Maple Sugaring Walk at Cunningham Falls State Park
Address: 14039 Catoctin Hollow RD, Thurmont, MD, 21788
Date: 3/11 & 3/12
Time: Various times
Cost: $5 (donation per person)
Learn More: Click HERE to read all the details!
Turtle Escapades at Brookside Nature Center
Address: 1400 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902
Date: 3/3 & 3/4
Time: 2:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Cost: $5
Learn More: Click HERE to read all the details!
Yoga at Brookside Nature Center
Address: 1400 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902
Date: 3/11
Time: 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM
Cost: $12
Learn More: Click HERE to read all the details!
We hope this list of events helps you plan a fun weekend! 😊
