Miles of open green space connecting iconic monuments and Smithsonian museums.

Home to over 2,700 animals including giant pandas. Free admission year-round.

World-class venue with free lawn concerts and top-tier family programming.

Explore real rockets and satellites at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center.

Annual outdoor arts festival with concerts, dance, visual arts, and family programming.

Full-size planes, the Space Shuttle Discovery, and IMAX theater. Free admission.

National park for the performing arts with Theatre-in-the-Woods and lawn concerts.

Top family destination on the East Coast. Dolphins, sharks, and thousands more.

Maryland's oldest zoo with 1,500 animals. Penguin Coast is a fan favorite.

Iconic waterfront arts center in Old Town with 82 working artists' studios — watch art being made live.

Indoor play museum in Annapolis with imaginative themed rooms and hands-on exhibits for little ones.

Kids go undercover with a spy identity in this thrilling, interactive downtown museum.

Top-rated youth soccer academy at the SoccerPlex — clinics, camps, and recreational leagues.

Learn to sail on the Chesapeake! Junior sailing camps from beginner to racing level.

Official Nike Soccer Camp at NOVA with professional coaching staff and skill development focus.

Official youth football camp hosted by Morgan State University Bears coaching staff.

Top-rated youth basketball skills academy in Silver Spring — dribbling, shooting, and IQ camps.

Premier youth basketball organization in Baltimore with travel teams, clinics, and summer leagues.

Iconic cascading fountain and Sunday drum circle. A beloved neighborhood park.

Full gym, pool, and youth programming in the heart of Columbia Heights.

Beloved Saturday market with local produce, crafts, and family activities.

One of the world's most visited museums. Rockets, planes, and space exploration.

Dinosaurs, the Hope Diamond, and human origins at this iconic Smithsonian.

World-class art collection with a stunning outdoor sculpture garden.

Outdoor splash pad and aquatic center open all summer long.

1,754 acres of forested park with hiking, wildlife, and a planetarium.

Historic Civil War fort with trails, picnic areas, and open green space.

Free outdoor pool for DC residents with lap swim and open swim hours.

Neighborhood market every Saturday with local vendors and live music.

USDA National Arboretum — free gardens, bonsai, and summer family programs.

Popular neighborhood splash pad open Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Free weekly story time and craft sessions for young children at DC Public Library.

Beloved waterfront splash pad on the Anacostia riverfront.

Vibrant Saturday market with fresh produce, crafts, and live music.

Linear park along Watts Branch with trails, playgrounds, and community gardens.

Free outdoor pool for DC residents, open summers with family swim hours.

Large outdoor community pool inside Fort Dupont Park. Free for DC residents.

Miles of riverside trails, picnic pavilions, and a roller skating rink along the Anacostia River.

Free summer camp by DC Parks & Rec focusing on nature and outdoor skills.

Community arts center offering free classes, performances, and exhibitions for all ages.

Peaceful park with walking trails and playgrounds in far Southeast DC.

Beautiful 207-acre arboretum with gardens, trails, and a butterfly house.

Free outdoor concerts and events at the heart of Silver Spring all summer long.

Annual arts festival with live music, crafts, and community performances.

Sports leagues, youth programs, and open gym for families in Rockville.

Free summer concerts with food trucks and family activities all season.

6,300-acre park with hiking, fishing, and kayaking on a scenic reservoir.

Weekly free story time and STEM activities for young children.

Free outdoor events, concerts, and family activities at the Bowie Town Center plaza.

Mini train, carousel, splash pad, and nature trails in Upper Marlboro.

Saturday market with local vendors, fresh produce, and live family entertainment.

NPS urban forest with 12 miles of trails, campground, and family picnic areas.

Annual street arts festival with murals, live music, food, and kids activities.

Historic harbor with boat watching, waterfront dining, and summer events for families.

Nation's oldest statehouse in continuous use — free guided tours for families.

Free splash pad in a family-friendly community park setting.

Working farm, trails, playgrounds, and weekend farmer's market in Severna Park area.

Beautiful lake with kayak rentals, walking paths, and summer family concerts.

Charming historic mill town with unique shops, restaurants, and family events.

Beautiful city park along Carroll Creek with playgrounds, duck pond, and summer concerts.

NPS mountain park with waterfalls, camping, and family-friendly hiking trails.

Year-round market with local farms, artisans, and family-friendly weekend activities.

Scenic reservoir trails perfect for family hiking and wildlife spotting.

Historic mansion with free public art shows, festivals, and community events.

Stunning park on the Susquehanna River with trails, camping, and a working gristmill.

Saturday market with local vendors, food trucks, and live music in downtown Bel Air.

Trails, a nature center, and a popular outdoor concert venue in the hills north of Baltimore.

Waterfront park on the Chesapeake with trails, a historic beach, and birdwatching.

Beloved Saturday market in historic Catonsville with local produce and artisans.

Waterfront park on the Potomac with fishing, picnicking, and family-friendly trails.

Hunt for 15-million-year-old shark teeth fossils on the beach. Unique for all ages.

Large urban park with a lake, rose garden, zoo, and playgrounds.

3-mile boardwalk with amusements, rides, mini golf, and beach fun for the whole family.

Saturday market in a charming riverside town with local food, crafts, and music.

Tranquil island retreat with 2.5 miles of nature trails in the Potomac River.

Free summer concert series in a beautiful wooded amphitheater.

Historic waterfront with boat watching, street performers, and family-friendly dining.

Mini train, carousel, fishing, and hiking around a gorgeous lake.

Free concerts, ice skating in winter, and family events throughout the year.

Working farm with animals, a carousel, and seasonal festivals — totally free to visit.

Saturday market with local farms, food vendors, and live family entertainment.

Free summer concert series featuring diverse musical acts every week.

Lovely community park with a historic farmhouse, playground, and nature trails.

Scenic waterfront park along the Occoquan River with trails and boat rentals.

Free outdoor family events and seasonal activities in historic downtown Leesburg.

Stunning Blue Ridge overlook on the Appalachian Trail, accessible via a short hike.

Potomac River park with boat launches, mini golf, and waterfront cottages.

Lively Saturday market in historic downtown Fredericksburg with local vendors.

Peaceful reservoir with fishing, hiking trails, and wildlife observation areas.

Pristine 3,000-acre peninsula preserve with trails and water access on the Potomac.

Historic cobblestone waterfront with festivals, street performers, and waterfront dining.

Beautiful waterfront park with splash pad, playground, and summer concerts.

Historic hilltop park with the best panoramic views of the Baltimore skyline.

Beloved Baltimore neighborhood festival celebrating quirky local culture every June.

Always free. World-class collection with family programs and a sculpture garden.

Annual neighborhood block party with live music, food, and community fun.

The Central Park of Baltimore with playgrounds, trails, and year-round events.

Historic park with playgrounds, tennis, an outdoor gym, and scenic green space.

207-acre arboretum with gardens, trails, and free family nature programs.

Iconic Baltimore market since 1782. Try world-famous crab cakes and local eats.

Community rec center with sports leagues, fitness classes, and youth programs.

Waterfront park on Middle River with fishing piers, playgrounds, and picnic areas.

Free community rec center with gym, pool access, and after-school youth programs.

Julia Child's kitchen, the Star-Spangled Banner, and beloved hands-on exhibits for kids.

Explore presidential history through interactive exhibits and artifacts at the official visitor center.

Free summer concert series at the outdoor pavilion in Stonebridge — food, music, and family fun.

Free outdoor performance festival with improv comedy, family shows, and street theater.

Free youth tennis clinics and open court time at the historic Banneker Recreation Center.

Youth basketball leagues and open gym at the Turkey Thicket Recreation Center.

Free youth baseball and softball leagues run through DC Parks & Rec at Fort Dupont Park.

Free multi-sport summer camp covering soccer, basketball, and track at Barry Farm Rec Center.

Free swim lessons and aquatics programs for DC youth at Eckington Pool.

Free youth baseball and T-ball leagues at Patterson Park — gear provided for new players.

Free outdoor tennis courts in Roland Park with youth clinics offered throughout the summer.

Free open basketball courts with youth leagues and drop-in programs in downtown DC.

Free youth basketball leagues and clinics hosted by DC DPR in Ward 8.

Youth rec basketball leagues and open gym every weekend at Chevy Chase Rec Center.

Free outdoor and indoor basketball courts at Waverly Recreation Center with open gym hours.

Free community basketball leagues in Cherry Hill — sign up at the local rec center.

Smithsonian performing arts theater for kids — puppetry, dance, and storytelling.

Award-winning children's theatre with professional productions and arts education.

Indoor/outdoor aquatic center with waterslide, lessons, and family swim.

Massive sports complex with soccer fields, ice rink, and youth leagues.

Summer theatre arts camp at one of Maryland's most beloved regional theaters.

Community outdoor pool and nearby Homestead Farm pick-your-own activities.

The largest single park in Montgomery County with camping, trails, and wildlife.

World's oldest continuously operating airport with interactive aviation exhibits.

Living history farm museum with demonstrations, animals, and seasonal events.

Variety of summer day camps in sports, arts, STEM, and more at Towson University.

Community theatre with family-friendly productions throughout the year.

Fascinating museum on the fossils, estuarine biology, and maritime history of the Chesapeake.

Outdoor living history museum at Maryland's first colonial capital on the Potomac River.

Southernmost tip of Maryland with beaches, fishing, camping, and Civil War history.

Historic Civil War site with a visitor center and 8-mile auto tour for families.

Mountain park with a lake for swimming, hiking, boating, and family camping.

Historic steam train rides through the scenic Allegheny Mountains — a family favorite.

Maryland's largest freshwater lake — swimming, boating, and trails in the mountains.

Stunning old-growth forest with waterfalls, including Muddy Creek Falls — Maryland's tallest.

Iconic annual festival celebrating the birds and heritage of the Chesapeake Bay.

Unique museum celebrating the art of wildfowl carving and Chesapeake Bay heritage.

Pristine wetland refuge famous for bald eagles, ospreys, and Chesapeake waterfowl.

Beaches, trails, and camping on the neck of land where the Elk River meets the Bay.

Brand new world-class aquatics facility with multiple pools and family programming.

Wave pool, waterslides, and a miniature golf course — a DMV summer staple.

Spectacular waterfalls on the Potomac with dramatic overlooks and hiking trails.

Outdoor waterpark with slides and splash features for all ages in Fairfax County.

Indoor trampoline park with foam pit, dodgeball, and a toddler zone.

Northern Virginia's largest national park with 37 miles of trails and family camping.

Fun outdoor waterpark with multiple slides and a lazy river in Manassas.

Massive outdoor amphitheater hosting major summer concerts for the whole family.

Working 18th-century farm with costumed interpreters and hands-on history for kids.

Canoe, kayak, and tubing on the scenic Shenandoah River — a family adventure.

Over 24 miles of trails and 5+ miles of river frontage in the Shenandoah Valley.

Famous underground caverns with stalactites, stalagmites, and a singing stalacpipe organ.

Rolling meadows at the foot of the Blue Ridge with hiking, camping, and stargazing.

Beautiful museum with regional art and history plus acres of formal gardens.

Family campground resort with a waterpark, mini golf, and character meet-and-greets.

Hands-on science exhibits, planetarium shows, and IMAX films for the whole family.

Rent paddleboats and explore the iconic Baltimore Inner Harbor with the whole family.

One of the best children's museums in the region with hands-on discovery exhibits.

America's railroad birthplace with train rides and historic locomotives.

Outdoor community pool with waterslide and family swim hours in northeast Baltimore.

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's family concert series introducing kids to live music.

Massive indoor playground with obstacle courses, slides, foam pit, and toddler zones.

Indoor playground mega-center with climbing structures, slides, and dedicated toddler play zones.

Giant indoor play space with multi-level structures, ball pit, and party rooms perfect for kids.

Catch a Nationals game — the kids' zone has inflatables, games, and family fun all season.

Indoor inflatable playground with bounce houses, slides, and obstacle courses in Bowie.

Maker-centered museum with studios for STEM, art, and creative building challenges for kids.

World-class performances including family-friendly shows at the University of Maryland arts complex.

Year-round indoor ice skating with lessons, public sessions, and youth hockey leagues.

Aerial treetop adventure park with zip lines and rope courses through the forest.

Hands-on children's museum in Annapolis with nature-based play and interactive exhibits.

Thrilling aerial zip line and treetop adventure course in the forest at Lake Fairfax Park.

Family waterpark themed as a gold mine with slides, sprays, and kiddie pools.

Petting zoo with exotic and domestic animals where kids can feed, touch, and interact up close.

Virginia's first state park created to protect the bald eagle — kayaking, trails, and wildlife.

Gymnastics, tumbling, and open gym sessions for kids of all skill levels in Prince William County.

Maryland's oldest cultural institution with the original Star-Spangled Banner manuscript and kids' exhibits.

Upscale bowling with arcade games, glow lanes, and party packages for family fun nights.

Youth flag football leagues in Anacostia Park — no tackle, all fun. Spring and fall seasons.

Official youth soccer camp hosted on the Georgetown University campus all summer.

Competitive and recreational youth swim teams at the Bethesda YMCA year-round.

Montgomery County recreational soccer camps held throughout the summer at local fields.

Little League and travel baseball at Allen Pond Park — one of PG County's best youth baseball programs.

Prince George's County youth tackle and flag football leagues — fall season registration.

Recreational and competitive gymnastics classes, open gym, and summer camps for all levels.

Week-long basketball camps with skill development, drills, and 5-on-5 games at Rockville Rec.

Youth lacrosse clinics and camps in Howard County — one of the DMV's fastest growing sports for kids.

Indoor tennis facility next to SoccerPlex with junior clinics and lessons year-round.

Youth wrestling programs and camps in Frederick County for beginners through competitors.

One of Northern Virginia's most competitive youth swim teams — summer league and year-round.

Burke Baseball League — one of Fairfax County's largest youth baseball organizations.

Spring and fall youth lacrosse leagues in McLean — skills clinics for beginners welcome.

NVYFSA-affiliated youth tackle football program in Fairfax — helmets provided for camps.

Arlington's premier indoor/outdoor tennis facility with junior clinics and summer camps.

Recreational gymnastics, tumbling, and cheer classes plus competitive team programs.

Youth soccer leagues and development camps at Brambleton Regional Park in Loudoun County.

Prince William County youth basketball leagues and skills camps throughout the year.

Youth wrestling club in Stafford County with beginner through competitive levels.

NVSL-affiliated summer swim team in Fredericksburg — all ability levels welcome.

Youth basketball leagues, skills camps, and open gym at the Baltimore YMCA.

City-wide youth competitive swim league using Baltimore's public pools all summer.

Recreational and travel youth soccer leagues at Clifton Park — spring and fall seasons.

Recreational and competitive gymnastics classes plus cheerleading and tumbling camps in Baltimore.

Elite week-long basketball camp at Dunbar High School with skill-building drills and 5-on-5 games.

PG County recreation basketball clinics and leagues held at multiple community centers.

Bowie recreational basketball leagues and skills camps — beginner through advanced.

Howard County youth basketball camps at the Columbia Gym — summer week sessions available.

Youth basketball leagues and open gym in Germantown — fall, winter, and spring seasons.

Summer and winter basketball academy in Fairfax with position-specific coaching and game film.

Youth basketball leagues and skills camps year-round at the Arlington YMCA.

Reston Community Center youth basketball leagues — beginners to competitive travel teams.

Intensive basketball skills clinics in Prince William County with former collegiate coaches.

Loudoun County recreational basketball leagues and winter skills camps for all ages.

Official Coppin State University youth basketball camp — college-level coaching for serious players.