Monster Bash

Sat · Oct 31·Arlington County

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…

Sat · Oct 31·9:30 AM – 10 AM·Hill Center DC, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC

This class is a wonderful transition between Toddler & Me and Ballet, Tap & Jazz class. Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps are introduced in a fun, friendly and positive manner. The dancers do not have mom, dad or another loved one by their side during the class, so this class is great for children who…

Sat · Oct 31·9:30 AM – 1:30 PM·Bird House Classroom, National Zoo · Washington

Calling all spooky animal lovers! Celebrate Bat Week with creative, drop-in play at the Zoo as we learn about the important work bats do. Little Critters: Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind, but all ages are welcome. Parents and gu…

Sat · Oct 31·10 AM – 12:30 PM·Natural History Museum · Washington

Join us for a special program celebrating Bat Week! Come help us celebrate bats as we learn about how important bats are to our planet. Help us also shine the light on the importance of spiders! See bat and spider specimens up close, make art celebrating bats and spiders, and learn other ways you can support bats and s…

Thu · Oct 29·5:45 PM – 6:45 PM·School of Musical Traditions, 7112 Willow Ave, Takoma Park, MD

Jump into Irish dance with a new class for kids with Kate Spanos Irish Dance! This energetic and engaging session with Kate Spanos Irish Dance is designed help your child build coordination, confidence, and creativity while learning the basics of Irish step dance footwork, trying out fun group dances, and experimenting…

Thu · Oct 29·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Takoma Park Maryland Library — Library Program Room

Join Señora Geiza on Thursdays at 10:30 am for songs and games en español! For kids 0-5 and their grownups. Supported by the Friends of the Takoma Park Maryland Library .

Sat · Oct 31·1 PM – 4 PM·Shepherd Park (Juanita E. Thornton) Neighborhood Library · Washington

Sun · Oct 4·10 AM·Carroll Ave in Takoma Park to Carroll Street, NW, Takoma Park

The popular Takoma Park Street Festival returns for its 45th year of music, vendors, food and fun in Takoma Park. This year’s festival takes place on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 10:00 am-5:00 pm on Carroll Avenue in Takoma Park, MD to Carroll Street, NW in Takoma, DC. Festival goers will enjoy the day exploring over 1…

Wed · Oct 7·Please check in with your school's for details on how they will be celebrating., Takoma Park

Join the movement and enjoy the benefits of walking to school. Be sure to check in with your school’s administration to confirm their plans for celebrating the day. Here are three reasons to walk to school this year: Improve Test Scores: Studies conducted at the University of Illinois have shown that walking for just 2…

Mon · Oct 12·6:30 PM·Takoma Park Community Center Auditorium (Virtual option available), 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park

City Staff will be holding a Rent Stabilization Policy Review Public Meeting on Monday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Takoma Park Community Center Auditorium. This meeting will begin with a brief progress update, followed by an overview of potential policy updates currently under consideration. You can also register t…