Things to do with kids in Arlington, VA

Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd, 22207 · Arlington

Ages 18 to 35 months with adult. Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs, games, crafts, and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are off…

Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd, 22207 · Arlington

Families. The whole family is invited to join us at the Long Branch or Gulf Branch fire ring for lots of old-fashioned fun. This engaging program will be filled with entertaining activities that may include stories, special animal guests, games, songs and of course, S’mores! (We will provide the marshmallows, chocolate…

Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N Military Rd, 22207 · Arlington

Ages 3 to 5 years. Preschool programs are offered throughout the year at both Gulf Branch and Long Branch Nature Centers. The theme for preschool programs is repeated during the month, so please register for only one session at each nature center per month. Caretakers must stay with their child during the program.

10:15 AM – 11 AM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For families with children 12-36 months Join us for a brief storytime in the Children's Area, followed by time to explore play stations in the Quincy Room. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED: First-come, first-served seating. By registering, you will receive event updates. Call (703) 228-5946 for more information.

10:30 AM – 12 PM·Potomac Overlook Regional Park, Arlington, VA

A little birdy said that you might like this program! Experience an offering all about local avian life: go on a birding hike with a Naturalist and practice calls, meet a live bird of prey, make a DIY bird feeder to take home, play a game of “Blind Owl” and more! Along the way you’ll learn about bird diversity, how to…

3 PM – 4 PM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington

For kids in grades 3-5 and their families Try out hands-on STEM activities, led by local teens, that promote science and engineering topics for kids. REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED: First-come, first-served seating. By registering you will receive event updates. Call 703-228-5946 for more information.

10 AM – 2 PM·Arlington

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Central Library — Children's Area · Arlington

For families with children of all ages Stop In for Stories is for children of all ages and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of reading…

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM·David M. Brown Planetarium · Arlington

This program is offered by Arlington Public Schools. "One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure" 1/2 hour planetarium show

10 AM – 11 AM·Courthouse Library — Children's Area · Arlington

For families with Preschoolers Join us for open play featuring a mix of games and activites that explore the STEAM- based concepts of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math! No registration required. Attendance is first-come, first-served until event capacity is reached. Please call 703-228-3352 or email Lib-Co…

4 PM – 4:45 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For families with children ages 3-6 Tales Together is for children 3-6 years and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of r…

5 PM – 6 PM·Cherrydale Library — Loft · Arlington

It's Book Crushin' Time!! Are you a 3rd, 4th or 5th grader? If so, then join forces to discuss how we CRUSHED the graphic novel... New members are always welcome. Registration is recommended. Space is limited. To pick up a reserved print copy for this month's book club, please register online, or in-person by visiting…

10:15 AM · 11 AM·Central Library — Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium · Arlington

For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of re…

4 PM – 5 PM·Glencarlyn Library · Arlington

For elementary school children: 6 - 11 At Crafty Kids, children can explore the arts and make crafts. All materials will be provided by the library. Seasonal crafts dates: September 15 - October 13: Hispanic Heritage Crafts November 10 and 17: Native American Heritage Crafts December 1 - 15: Winter crafts NO REGISTRATI…

5 PM – 6 PM·Cherrydale Library — Loft · Arlington

For families with young children Pajama Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of re…

6 PM – 6:30 PM·Glencarlyn Library · Arlington

For families with young children Pajama Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult. We encourage everyone to wear their pajamas to this fun and interactive program. Pajama Storytime combines read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills,…

10:30 AM · 11:15 AM·Shirlington Library — Campbell Room · Arlington

For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of re…

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Courthouse Library — Children's Area · Arlington

For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of re…

4 PM – 4:30 PM·Westover Library — Longfellow Room · Arlington

For families with children ages 3-6 Tales Together is for children 3-6 years and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and flannel boards and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of r…

4 PM – 4:30 PM·Columbia Pike Library — Children's Area · Arlington

For families with young children Family Storytime is for children 0-5 years and an accompanying adult. This fun and interactive program combines activities such as read-aloud stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and flannel boards, and introduces children to listening skills, picture books, the library, and the joy of…

Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Ages 3 to 5 years. Preschool programs are offered throughout the year at both Gulf Branch and Long Branch Nature Centers. The theme for preschool programs is repeated during the month, so please register for only one session at each nature center per month. Caretakers must stay with their child during the program.

Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, 22203 · Arlington

Ages 18 to 35 months with adult. Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs, games, crafts, and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are off…

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Westover Library — Children's Area · Arlington

For families with children ages 0-5 This lively, interactive program features music, movement and storytelling. It introduces children to rhyme and rhythm, social interaction and the Library. NO REGISTRATION. First-come, first-served seating.​ Call 703-228-5260 for more information.

3 PM – 4 PM·Central Library — Quincy Room · Arlington

For kids and families of all ages Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us by playing Lotería with cards made just for kids. Lotería is a game of chance like Bingo. Players listen as el Cantor (the Crier) calls cards, then players mark those cards on their board with dry beans. When players win, they yell out "Lotería…