National Air and Space Museum's Udvar-Hazy Center Hosts "Air & Scare"

Visitors learn about science at Air & Scare (Photo: Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum)

From our friends at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum...

“Air & Scare” Takes Over the National Air and Space Museum’s Udvar-Hazy Center

The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum will host its annual “Air & Scare” family day from noon to 5:30 PM, Saturday, October 26, at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia. Visitors will enjoy safe, indoor trick-or-treating and spooky activities for all ages at this free event.

Smithsonian Announces Changes to 2019 Folklife Festival Event

From our friends at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival...

The Smithsonian Folklife Festival will present a two-day event this summer - a weekend program held Saturday and Sunday, June 29-30. The weekend will feature two concerts and family activities exploring the social power of music in the Washington, DC metro area.

Medieval Times at Hanover to Hold Three Festive New Year's Eve Performances

From our friends at Medieval Times...

Ring in the new year with the Celebrations of Centuries­! Medieval Times at Hanover is holding three fantastic shows filled with food, live entertainment and other festivities this New Year’s Eve.

THE GLOW: A Jack O'Lantern Experience Comes to Life at Lake Fairfax, October 2018

From our friends at THE GLOW...

Over 5,000 Hand-Carved Pumpkins - Created by Master Carvers - Illuminate the Halloween Spirit at This Family-Friendly Event

There is something for everyone who visits THE GLOW: A Jack O'Lantern Experience this fall at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston, VA. Set to open in October and run during weekends throughout the month, THE GLOW promises a family-friendly, immersive Halloween stroll along a trail illuminated by more than 5,000 hand-carved jack o’lanterns.

Zoup! Hosts Summer of Fun with New Chilled Soups

From our friends at Zoup!...

Family Meals and MTB Sandwich Round out New Features Now on the Menu

Summer is finally here, and Zoup! is celebrating the season with some fun new and returning menu items. Now through August 19, the fast casual restaurant known for its award-winning soups and made-to-order salads and sandwiches is bringing back the ever-popular MTB (mozzarella, tomato, basil) sandwich and the Simply Gazpacho chilled soup while also introducing customers to a new chilled favorite, the Avozpacho! And if that weren’t enough, Zoup! is also debuting Family Meals, the perfect way to feed a group after a busy or relaxing summertime day.

The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City Celebrates Mom All Weekend

Mommy and Me Afternoon at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City's fyve

From our friends at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City...

Enjoy an elegant brunch at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City featuring the fresh flavors of spring coupled with live music. Dish highlights include a selection of artisan meats and cheeses, an elaborate seafood display, and a classic omelet station. Kids can enjoy a neighboring coloring station, children’s buffet, and a personal cake decorating station where they can design the perfect sweet treat for Mom. Mother’s Day brunch will be Sunday, May 13, from 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM. $89 per person, $40 for children ages 4-12. Exclusive of tax and gratuity and includes complimentary valet parking.

Trolls: The Beat Goes On Dance Party, January 19th

From our friends at DreamWorks Animation...

There's a Dance Party Around Every Corner!

On January 19th, from 12:00 - 2:00 PM, join Poppy and Branch from DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls at the Canal Park Ice Rink for an afternoon of dancing and giveaways to help them celebrate their new show, Trolls: The Beat Goes On!

Medieval Times Launches 2017 Community Commitment Campaign

From our friends at Medieval Times...

In celebration of their continued philanthropic and community efforts, Medieval Times has officially launched their 2017 Community Commitment Campaign.

Taste of Bethesda Restaurants Announced

From our friends at the Taste of Bethesda...

Savor the Day: Taste of Bethesda

28th annual food and music festival set for Saturday, October 7, 2017

Taste of Bethesda returns on Saturday, October 7, 2017 from 11 AM - 4 PM and will bring nearly 50 restaurants and five stages of entertainment to Bethesda’s Woodmont Triangle. Produced by the Bethesda Urban Partnership, downtown Bethesda’s famous food and music festival celebrates 28 years of diverse and delectable cuisine offered by Bethesda’s local restaurant community.

DC VegFest Returns to Yards Park on September 2

From our friends at Compassion Over Killing...

DC VegFest, the East Coast’s Largest Vegan Festival, Returns to Yards Park

Free event welcomes vegans, pre-vegans, dogs, kids and all on Saturday, September 2

Compassion Over Killing is proud to present DC VegFest 2017 on Saturday, Sept. 2 from 11 AM - 6 PM in the nation’s capital. Hosted outdoors at DC’s beautiful Yards Park, DC VegFest is a free festival of food, music, education, inspiration, and fun.

How to Bowl for Free in the Washington, DC Area on National Bowling Day, August 12th

From our friends at Bowlmor AMF...

Bowlmor AMF Launches "Bowlmojis" App for iPhone and Android

Debuts interactive bowling emojis just in time for National Bowling Day on August 12th

Bowlmor AMF, the worldwide leader in bowling entertainment, is celebrating bowling's biggest day (National Bowling Day) with the launch of "Bowlmojis," a brand-new way to add striking fun to every text message you send!

Two Area Children Tie as Winners in Silver Diner Kids’ Tasting & Recipe Contest

Chef Ype Von Hengst with winners Noah Knapp & Noelle Sarntinoranont (r)

From our friends at Silver Diner...

Restaurant Selects Some of Its Smallest Patrons to Assist in Menu Creation

Silver Diner received more than 45 entries from its recent Kids’ Tasting and Recipe Competition. Entries were from as far away as New Jersey (Silver Diner has a restaurant in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.) Of the 45 entries, 13 children were selected to participate as critics and consultants to Silver Diner’s Chef Ype Von Hengst, executive chef and co-founder of Silver Diner. Von Hengst retooled existing menu items and introduced new items for the Silver Diner Kid’s Menu. He has won numerous national awards and accolades for his healthy children’s menu.

Silver Diner to Hold Kids Menu Tasting on July 12

Silver Diner Rockville

From our friends at Silver Diner...

Restaurant Calls on Its Smallest Patrons to Assist in Menu Creation

Silver Diner will hold a kids tasting to get feedback from some of its most important customers on July 12, 2017, from 6 to 8 PM at its Rockville Pike location (12276 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852.) 12 children will be selected to participate in the tasting, with one being selected as the grand prize winner and the other 11 named as runners-up. Children must be between the ages of five and 12 years, and must submit a recipe idea via video that represents one of the following U.S. regions: New England/Northeast, mid-Atlantic, Pacific/Hawaiian, Midwest, South, Southeast, Southwest or the West Coast. The recipe can be for an appetizer, breakfast entrée, dinner entrée, sandwich or dessert. Extra consideration will be made for healthier recipes.

DC's Shaw Neighborhood Offers Food, Fun and Freebies During Annual Open House on June 17th

From our friends at Shaw Main Streets...

Shaw Open House Returns June 17th with Family Friendly Fun and Freebies From Dozens of Neighborhood Businesses

Dozens of Shaw businesses will open their doors and offer free gifts, free samples, and free services to visitors to the neighborhood holding a Shaw Passport

Everyone from arts enthusiasts and the health conscious to  foodies, and families are invited to come to Shaw Main Streets Open House for tastes from some of DC’s best bars and restaurants and fun family-friendly experiences at distinctive retail and art establishments in central Shaw. Shaw Open House takes place on Saturday, June 17, 2017 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. As part of Shaw Main Streets’ ongoing #LoveShaw promotion, Shaw Open House lets visitors experience some of what has made Shaw one of DC’s ‘it’ neighborhoods. Printed ‘passports’ usher visitors from merchant to merchant for a #shawesome afternoon.

Roy Rogers Offers Dads Free Breakfast This Father's Day Weekend

From our friends at Roy Rogers Restaurants...

Roy Rogers Restaurants invites families to celebrate Dads this Father’s Day weekend with a winning deal. From Friday, June 16th through Sunday, June 18th, children of all ages can treat their Dad to a free Breakfast Combo (choice of Platter or Sandwich, equal or lesser value) with the purchase of a Breakfast Combo. The promotion will be available during breakfast hours before 10:30 AM on Friday and 11:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday at participating Roy Rogers locations.

Patio Party at Bastille

From our friends at Bastille Restaurant & Wine Bar...

Bastille Celebrates Summer with a Neighborhood Patio Party

What better way to celebrate the upcoming summer vacation and Sunday Funday than a party? On Sunday, June 11th, Bastille will have a Neighborhood Patio Party, highlighting Bastille's patio, located in the courtyard of the Asher building from 3-6 PM.

Giant Celebrates Second Year as Title Sponsor of Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle

From our friends at the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle...

Premier Annual Barbecue Event Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary

As the temperature rises and summer nears in the Nation’s Capital, one of the premier barbecue events in the country is quickly approaching. Giant announced its second year as title sponsor of the 25th Annual Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle benefitting USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore. The award-winning Barbecue Battle, on June 24 and 25, is one of the largest and most popular food festivals in the country, welcoming more than 100,000 barbecue fans each year.

Medieval Times Named Casey Cares Foundation 2017 Champion of Children Award Winner

From our friends at Medieval Times...

In celebration of their continued philanthropic and community efforts, Medieval Times has been named the Casey Cares Foundation 2017 Champion of Children Award Winner. The award will be presented at the 14th annual Casey Cares Golf Tournament on Monday, June 19 at the Hunt Valley Golf Club.

Silver Diner to Hold Kids Menu Tasting on June 12th

Silver Diner Rockville

From our friends at Silver Diner...

Restaurant Calls on Its Smallest Patrons to Assist in Menu Creation

Silver Diner will hold a kids tasting to get feedback from some of its most important customers on June 12, 2017, from 6 to 8 PM at its Rockville Pike location (12276 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852.) 12 children will be selected to participate in the tasting, with one being selected as the grand prize winner and the other 11 named as runners-up. Children must be between the ages of five and 12 years, and must submit a recipe idea via video that represents one of the following U.S. regions: New England/Northeast, mid-Atlantic, Pacific/Hawaiian, Midwest, South, Southeast, Southwest or the West Coast. The recipe can be for an appetizer, breakfast entrée, dinner entrée, sandwich or dessert. Extra consideration will be made for healthier recipes.

Hillwood Hosts Family Movie Night, Friday, May 12th

From our friends at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens...

Enjoy a selection of award-winning, family-friendly short films featuring all sorts of fun and furry creatures including cuddly critters, amusing birds, and endearing pets on Friday, May 12, 2017 at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens.