Things to Do with Kids in Fairfax, VA

  • TripBuzz found 469 things to do with kids in or near Fairfax, Virginia, including 450 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • From Bowl America Fairfax to Fairfax Ice Arena, the Fairfax area offers 113 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Bowling and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • Less than a 45 minute drive from Washington D.C., Fairfax, VA is a destination on its own. The town of 22,000 hosts several annual events including The Chocolate Lovers Festival, special performances by the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra, a number of Opera performances, and presentations of local history by expert historians.
  • TripBuzz found 469 things to do with kids in or near Fairfax, Virginia, including 450 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • From Bowl America Fairfax to Fairfax Ice Arena, the Fairfax area offers 113 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Bowling and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • Less than a 45 minute drive from Washington D.C., Fairfax, VA is a destination on its own. The town of 22,000 hosts several annual events including The Chocolate Lovers Festival, special performances by the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra, a number of Opera performances, and presentations of local history by expert historians.
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19.0 Miles
67% 9 votes
Historic Homes 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville, MD 20851 MoreLess Info
The historic Glenview Mansion is a home built in 1926 that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion sits on 153-acres of land and hosts a number of public and private events during the year.
19.0 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks Anacostia Tributary Trail System, Silver Spring, MD MoreLess Info
At Sligo Creek Park, visitors can go hiking or biking along a 10.2-mile hard surface trail. The location contains several paved and non-paved trails that connect with other areas of the park.
19.0 Miles
80% 5 votes
Walking Trails 9500 Brunett Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20901 MoreLess Info
The Rock Creek Trails is an 18.6-mile surface that is suitable for hiking, biking, or rollerblading. The location offers scenic views for those hikers who are also seeking photo opportunities.
19.0 Miles
80% 5 votes
Dance Studios 4 Kent Gardens Cir, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
Impact Performing Arts is a performing arts training facility and school that offers instruction in a wide variety of areas. The facility offers lessons in dance, musical performance, and fitness, and hosts summer camps.
19.0 Miles
33% 3 votes
Horse Races 6336 Rosecroft Drive, Fort Washington, MD 20744 MoreLess Info
Featuring live racing, Rosecroft Race Way has hosted a number of significant races over the years including the Breeders Crown. Along with live races, a regular schedule of simulcast racing can be enjoyed at this facility.
19.1 Miles
71% 7 votes
Parks 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville, MD MoreLess Info
Adjacent to both the Glenview Mansion and the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater, Civic Center Park is spread over 153 acres with a large section of formal gardens. The park also offers outdoor fitness equipment, a nature trail, art in public spaces, a children's playground, and a wildlife sanctuary.
19.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 11901 Claridge Road, Silver Spring, MD 20902 MoreLess Info
Wheaton Claridge Park is over 21 acres and includes a stream running through the park, as well as playgrounds, a basketball court, picnic area and recreation center. The center can be rented and includes a kitchen.
19.2 Miles
100% 7 votes
Theaters 311 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
Featuring works from numerous local artists, the Gaithersburg Arts Barn is an art gallery filled with a variety of unique creations. The gallery also contains an upstairs performance theater that is host to numerous shows throughout the year.
19.2 Miles
50% 2 votes
Dog Park 251 Bickerstaff Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
Situated on nearly one acre in Green Park, Gaithersburg Dog Park is a fenced canine recreation facility with grass and gravel fields. The park offers double-gated entry, drinking water and separate small and large dog areas.
19.4 Miles
36% 22 votes
Movie Theaters 629 Center Point Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring 10 auditoriums, Paragon Kentlands 10 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, a party room and a concession area with food and drinks.
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