It’s a familiar tale for D.C. parents: You envision a summer vacation full of engaging activities that will delight your little ones and create cherished memories.
Then reality intervenes and everyone ends up retreating to an air-conditioned living room and staving off boredom with Idina Menzel, er, Queen Elsa, belting her anthem ad nauseam.
It doesn’t have to be that way. Our city and the nearby suburbs are chock full of ways to escape your Frozen rut. Here are some ideas for family-friendly activities this summer including many that are free or accessible by public transit. Try them with your toddlers, preschoolers and early elementary school-aged kids. We hope you find yourself, if you’ll forgive the phrase, letting go a little.
National Theater Live – kid friendly Saturdays
On select Saturday mornings, the National Theater’s Helen Hayes Gallery space hosts performances perfect for 3- to 6-year-olds.On July 8, for example, Arco Iris by Arts on the Horizon will tell the tale of Iris and her abuela, inspired by Indigenous myths about the rainbow. (1321 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, FREE-registration required)
Strathmore Live from the Lawn Cool Concerts for Kids
Hop on the Metro to interactive shows meant for young audiences on select dates. On August 3, catch a sensory-friendly performance by Grammy Award winner Dan Zanes and Haitian-American music therapist and jazz vocalist Claudia Zanes. (10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, FREE-registration required)
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