Beltway Bambinos

(re) discover Washington DC through the eyes of your children

Day Out with Thomas & Friends at the B&O Railroad Museum + GIVEAWAY

Thomas and Friends will be chugging into Baltimore April 26 – 28 & May 3 – 5, 2019 on the Steam Team Tour! 

Don’t miss an opportunity to spend a day with Thomas the Tank Engine™ at the B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore!  Little Engineers and families take a 25 minute train ride behind Thomas the Tank Engine, meet Sir Topham Hatt, and enjoy a full day of live entertainment, activities, and family fun! New this year and for the first time ever children will be able to meet Thomas’ animal loving friend Nia in the form of a ten-foot inflatable – perfect for photo ops!

Your Day Out with Thomas train ride ticket includes a scheduled 25 minute train ride behind Thomas the Tank Engine™, all day admission to Day Out With Thomas & the B&O Railroad Museum, and the following live entertainment, activities and programs:
  • Photo opportunities with Sir Topham Hatt
  • Thomas Imagination Station of interactive play
  • Carnival Games
  • Moon bounce
  • Kid’s climb-on train
  • Crafts: Spin Art, Bubbles, Chalk & Tattoo Stations
  • Interactive B&O Railroad Museum exhibits
  • Free rides on the Museum’s carousel
  • Plus live entertainment by TK the DJ Champion of Kids, Marty the Magician, and The Pied Piper of Percussion

We have two family 4 packs for Friday, April 26, 2019, 1:00pm train ride time to giveaway! The event opens at 9:00am that day and entrance is permitted at any time. To enter to win, leave a comment on Facebook with your child’s favorite character from Thomas & Friends. An extra entry given on Instagram. 2 winners will be announced March 15, 2019!

Marvel Universe Live + GIVEAWAY

MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE! IS COMING TO EAGLE BANK ARENA, MARCH 22-31!

Marvel fans, assemble for this live, legendary battle to defend the universe from evil. The Avengers, the Guardians of the Galaxy and Spider-Man join forces with Doctor Strange, master of the mystic arts, in a race against time to recover the Wand of Watoomb before it falls into Loki’s hands in this all-new, spectacular arena production.

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Marvel Universe LIVE! is performing at EagleBank Arena, Friday, March 22, 2019 to March 31, 2019  for 11 performances.

Star Lord, Gamora, Rocket, Groot and Drax make their live show debut bringing their courage and misfit wit to Marvel Universe LIVE! Alongside Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Black Panther, Hulk, Black Widow, Wasp and Iron Fist, the Guardians of the Galaxy help fight the scheming, menacing and loathsome villains Loki, Yondu and Green Goblin. Audiences will join in the quest that sparks new feuds with old foes, pitting student against mentor, sister against sister and brother against brother.

Witness cutting-edge special effects, aerial maneuvers, pyrotechnics, martial arts, motorcycles stunts and vast video projection in this completely new thrilling adventure. Fans of all ages will be immersed in the Marvel universe and experience it all with their family…LIVE! 


Show Times:

  • Friday, March 22 @ 7:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 23 @ 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 24 @ 1:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 30 @ 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 31 @ 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Win 4 tickets for the 7:00pm show on Friday, March 22, 2019 by sharing our Facebook post (make the post public so we can see it) and comment with your Bambinos favorite Marvel character. Winner announced March 1! 

Tickets Price: $20.To order tickets by phone: (800) 745-3000 *Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand. 

To discover more about Marvel Universe LIVE!, click here.

Feld Entertainment® is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that uplift the human spirit and bring people together. Properties include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross, Disney On Ice, Disney Live!, Sesame Street Live! and Marvel Universe LIVE! Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 countries and on six continents.

Chevy Chase Pediatric Dentistry + GIVEAWAY

This is a guest post written by Dr. Karen Benitez, founder & designer, board certified pediatric dentist at Chevy Chase Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Benitez writes a series of guest posts related to adolescent dentistry and questions for Beltway Bambinos based on questions and concerns she frequently receives from patients. If you have a topic you’d like to see her feature, leave it in the comments. 

Hello! I am the Pediatric Dentist Founder & Designer of Chevy Chase Pediatric Dentistry; Dr. Karen Benitez. I author various blog subjects shared through our trusted resource; Beltway Bambinos and now I am pleased to share a GIVEAWAY of a $100 gift card to Amazon. I hope you have enjoyed the various guest posts I have written on Beltway Bambinos.

What Makes Chevy Chase Pediatric Dentistry Stand Out?!

I created my office to offer our neighborhood a FUN and EXCITING enigma for going to the dentist. My office is designed specifically for kids like yours with various vibrant colors, wall art to make you laugh and wall-mounted toys along the way to keep your littles engaged. It is filled with extra conveniences for kids; eye-level mirrors to check out their shiny teeth, a variety of chattering teeth toys and the crocodile dentist to make them laugh, jokes to share, movies of your choosing and did I mention the wall of TOYS?! Yes, we believe hard work by your littles should be rewarded!

We are STRONG on prevention! Babies should be seen early on to get parents familiar with best practices to prevent cavities, tooth injuries or developmental changes from extended habits.

I am approachable and engaging with parents. Parents are critical in the entire experience and I want to educate and empowerparents as well. There is a lot to talk about during an exam and parents might have questions after they leave the office. This is in part the reason I started blogging on various subjects and provide short videos—to help parents reflect and gain in knowledge on in their own time. I’m only one phone call away and welcome patients to reach out at any point. It’s all part of building relationships with my families and gaining their trust.

We are the leading practice in the area to meet the dental needs of even our most nervous patients. I have successfully treated countless kids in the most comfortable of manners by offering laughing gas, and yes, sometimes a much-needed sedative option. It feels incredibly great to make this happen!

What Is My Philosophy?

My practice philosophy is absolute patient comfort! The office design creates a feeling of happiness with bright colors and ample natural light. I offer nitrous oxide and mild sedation when necessary, a bin of fidget toys and weighted blankets for kids requiring additional reinforcements, above-head TVs, wall-mounted toys, joke books and an ever-expanding collection of shark teeth. This is more than a dental office—it’s an experience! Parents describe me as playful, comforting, attentive, patient, relatable and knowledgeable. I’m passionate about providing the highest quality dental care. I chat at eye level with my patients and wear funny hats and masks to set the tone that I don’t take myself too seriously.

As a mother of three young children, I absolutely understand and relate to parental concerns and the complexity that comes with parenthood. I often offer my best advice related to my own personal experiences with having three different personality types in my own kids. It is helpful to know that even my own children have made their own progress in the many steps of going to the dentist!

To enter the giveaway, LIKE Chevy Chase Pediatric Dentistry Facebook page and comment on our Facebook page that you did so. Winner will be announced February 28, 2019.

Arts on the Horizon present Beep, Beep + GIVEAWAY

On a warm spring day, the friendly tune of the ice cream truck might be just what you need. But when one particular ice cream truck starts to fall apart, the drivers have to fix it before everything starts to melt! Will our friends find a way out of this sticky situation? This highly physical comedy, features live percussion music and plenty of zany shenanigans. Come help us figure out how to fix up this ice cream truck where nothing goes right at Arts on the Horizon.

Beep, Beep is showing March 7-23, 2019 at The Lab at Convergence: 1819 N. Quaker Ln., Alexandria, VA. The show is best for ages 2-5 and tickets are just $10. 

Flash Giveaway: We are offering a 4-pack of tickets to the performance on Wednesday, March 20th at 10:30am. Tag a friend who may be interested in attending with you on our Facebook post. Winner will be announced Friday, February 15.

Big Top Arrives at the National Harbor- Big Apple Circus Giveaway

Big Apple Circus; the show dedicated to spreading wonder and whimsy, is back in the DMV for its second year! From February 14-March 24, 2019 the Big Apple Circus will transform National Harbor into a surreal wonderland for families!

Children will love the wildly creative acts of strength at this year’s show, featuring performers (literally) bouncing off the walls in trampoline acts; double wide trapeze acts with seven high-flying performers and two catchers; a gravity-defying horizontal juggling act; and, of course, the beloved rescue horses and dogs trained by seven-year Big Apple Circus veteran Jenny Vibel.

We love the inclusivity of this Circus too. Big Apple Circus will offer Circus of the Senses on March 14, with enhanced experiences for audiences who are blind, deaf or low-vision. A sensory-friendly autism performance on February 22 and 23 will feature lowered light and sound levels, a descriptive social story showing the different areas and acts involved with the circus and a “calming center” that can be accessed at any point during the show.

With no seat further than 50 feet away from the ring, families can enjoy a front row seat with tickets starting at just $15 each, with over-the-top VIP upgrades available for just $25.

The regular performance schedule is Wednesdays at 11am & 7pm; Thursdays at 11am & 7pm; Fridays at 11am & 7pm; Saturdays at 11am, 3pm & 7pm; and Sundays at 12pm & 4pm. As there are schedule variances, please refer to the most up-to-date calendar on the website.

Giveaway: 4 VIP tickets to a 7:00pm weekday show. Share our photo on Instagram and tag Beltway Bambinos, an extra entry for sharing with your friends on Facebook and tagging Beltway Bambinos. Winner will be announced February 6, 2019.

Disney On Ice Presents Worlds Of Enchantment + GIVEAWAY

DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT IS COMING TO WASHINGTON, DC, FEBRUARY 14-18!

Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favorite Disney stories when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment comes to our hometown!  This action-packed ice spectacular showcases beloved characters from Disney Pixar’s Cars, Toy Story 3, Disney’s The Little Mermaid and the Academy Award®-winning Frozen.

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment is performing at Capital One Arena from February 14-18 for 10 performances.

Thrill to high-speed stunts, as Lightning McQueen and the crew of Disney•Pixar’s Cars race across the ice. Dive into adventure with Ariel from Disney’sThe Little Mermaid, as she explores her undersea kingdom. The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the Disney•PixarToy Story gang escape Sunnyside Daycare in a daring adventure to get back to Andy’s room. Plus, enter the wintry world of Arendelle with sisters Anna and Elsa and pals Olaf and Kristoff from Disney’s Frozen as they learn that true love comes from within. Get warmed up for the show and be your best with exclusive moves taught by the mouse that started it all during Mickey’s Dance-Along Pre-Show.

From wheels to waves, icy wonderlands to infinity and beyond, see some of your family’s favorite Disney moments come to life in Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment!

Where: Capital One Arena, 601 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004

When:

  • February 14, 2019 @ 7:30 p.m.
  • February 15, 2019 @ 10:30 a.m., 7:30 p.m.
  • February 16, 2019 @ 10:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.
  • February 17, 2019 @ 12:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.
  • February 18, 2019 @ 12:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $20.

*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.

GIVEAWAY: Enter to win 4 tickets to the opening night performance on Wednesday, February 14 (Valentine’s Day)! Share our Facebook post and tag someone who would want to go to this spectacular show. Winner will be announced, February 1. 


Feld Entertainment® is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, Disney On Ice, Disney Live!, Marvel Universe LIVE!, Sesame Street Live!, DreamWorks Trolls The Experience and Jurassic World Live (coming Fall 2019). Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.comfor more information.

Monster Jam comes to Washington, DC + GIVEAWAY

Monster Jam® Returns to Capital One Arena with Three Larger-Than-Life Events on January 26-27

Monster Jam®, the unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable, most family-friendly motor sport in the world today will tear through Washington, DC for three adrenaline pumping events at the Capital One Arena on January 26-27. 

Featuring eight of the most intense athletes of Monster Jam, Washington fans will witness a fierce battle for the championship with each competitor contending in customized high-powered vehicles: Monster Jam Speedsters, Monster Jam ATVs and of course, the iconic Monster Jam trucks in six events sure to leave fans on the edge of their seats.

Monster Jam drivers are trained, world-class male and female athletes who have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles per hour to produce jaw-dropping, live motor sports action seen around the world. Now across all Monster Jam events, fans in every city will have the chance to vote for the winner in the two-wheel and freestyle competitions by real-time, in-venue fan voting on their smartphones.

Fans are invited to the pre-event Pit Party before the 1:00 pm shows. Fans can get up-close-and personal with the Monster Jam trucks and drivers, take photos and get autographs. The Pit Party takes place on Saturday, January 26 and Sunday, January 27 from 10:30am– 12:00pm gives fans the opportunity to get up close and personal to the Monster Jam trucks and drivers!

WHERE: Capital One Arena:  601 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004

WHEN: Saturday, January 26 at 1:00pm and 7:00pm and Sunday, January 27 at 1:00pm

TICKETS: Tickets and Pit Party Passes are available here

GIVEAWAY: Win 4 tickets for the 1:00pm show on Saturday, January 26. Enter on Facebook and an extra entry on Instagram for your chance to win. Winner will be announced January 16. 

School of Rock {the musical} at National Theatre + GIVEAWAY

SCHOOL OF ROCK is a New York Times Critics’ Pick and “An inspiring jolt of energy, joy and mad skillz!” (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the hit film, this hilarious new musical follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star posing as a substitute teacher who turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. This high-octane smash features 14 new songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber, all the original songs from the movie and musical theater’s first-ever kids rock band playing their instruments live on stage. Chicago Tribune raves, “SCHOOL OF ROCK offers us a chance to be kids again, only with more talent than we ever had.”

Rocking out at National Theatre January 16-27, 2019. Tickets can be purchased here.

Run time: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission. Recommended for age 8 and up.

**Win 2 tickets for the Thursday, January 17th, 7:30pm show. Enter on Facebook & Instagram for a chance to win. Winner will be randomly selected and announced on January 5th.

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