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Summer outdoor movies in and around Washington, DC

May 16, 2019

Bring blankets or chairs (check websites for what they prefer), some snacks and cozy up to a summer movie under the stars. Disclaimer: This is a list of child friendly and a few adult friendly movies. As you will see some of these don’t begin until sunset so perhaps it’s a late summer evening for some kids or a date night for parents. Have fun watching some free movies this summer.

Bethesda Outdoor Movies
Enjoy four nights of blockbuster hits at downtown Bethesda’s 15^th annual outdoor movie series!Show times begin at 9:00pm at the corner of Norfolk and Auburn Avenues. A limited number of chairs will be provided and attendees are invited to bring their own lawn chairs. Admission is free!

July 24: 10 Things I Hate About You
July 25: Won’t You Be My Neighbor
July 26: Crazy Rich Asians
July 27: As Good As It Gets

Union Market Drive-In
The Drive-In at Union Market is back for a seventh season from May through October! Watch great films under the stars on the first Friday of every month. Delicious foods from market vendors, and fun pre-show activities for movie-lovers of every age! All films are shown with Closed Caption. Driving? $15 parking fee per car, purchase via links below. Walk-ups are free.

June 7: Con Air
July 5: A League of Their Own
Aug 2: Jaws
Sep 6: Coco
Oct 4: The Wiz

NoMa Family Film Night
The theme for the 12th season of Summer Screen — our longest-running free public event — is WHO’S GOT GAME? We’ve got a fun lineup of sports-related films. Chairs are encouraged, as are blankets, frisbees, dogs on leases and picnic coolers when the doors open at 7:00pm, movies begin at sunset.

June 5: The Karate Kid (PG) sunset: 8:30 p.m.
June 12: Love & Basketball (PG-13) sunset: 8:33 p.m.
June 19: Moneyball (PG-13) sunset: 8:35 p.m.
June 26: Rudy (PG) sunset: 8:37 p.m.
July 3: The Sandlot (PG) sunset: 8:37 p.m.
July 10: I, Tonya (R) sunset: 8:35 p.m.
July 17: Bend It Like Beckham (PG-13) sunset: 8:31 p.m.
July 24: Remember the Titans (PG) sunset: 8:26 p.m.
July 31: Bring It On (PG-13) sunset: 8:20 p.m.
Aug 7: Cool Runnings (PG) sunset: 8:12 p.m.
Aug 14: She’s the Man (PG-13) sunset: 8:04 p.m.
Aug 21: Best in Show (PG-13) sunset: 7:54 p.m.
Aug 28: rain date sunset: 7:44 p.m.

Adam’s Morgan Movie Nights
Theme of this year is: Movie Nights in Space. Movies begin approximately 30 minutes after sunset. Kids are welcome, but please no pets or alcohol. Please check the Movie Nights Facebook Page for cancellation information in the event of bad weather.

May 21: Armageddon
May 28: Alien
June 4: Spaceballs
June 11: Apollo 11
June 18: ET

Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor
Nothing says summer like an evening under the stars—and there’s no better way to enjoy the season than Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor. Pack your picnic blankets, grab food to go from one of the delicious dining establishments, and meet at the Plaza’s big screen for a FREE evening of fun for all ages! Please note that movies will begin at 6:00pm and will be shown once. They also feature Date Night Movies on Thursdays at 7:00pm.

May 19: Incredibles 2
May 26: The Lego Batman Movie
June 2: Cars 3
June 9: Matilda
June 16: Ralph Breaks the Internet
June 23: Air Bud: World Cup
June 30: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
July 7: Mary Poppins Returns
July 14: CoCo
July 21: The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
July 28: The LEGO Movie 2
Aug 4: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
Aug 11: Learning to See: The World of Insects
Aug 14: Holes
Aug 18: Instant Family
Sept 2: A Wrinkle in Time
Sept 9: The Wizard of Oz
Sept 16: The Wiz (1978)
Sept 23: Despicable Me 3
Sept 30: DUMBO (2019)

Cinema Del Ray
The fun begins at 7:00pm. Free open air movie showings sponsored by The Jen Walker Team. Bring blankets and cozy up. No 4 legged friends.

May 18: Peter Pan
June 15: Ralph Breaks the Internet
July 20: Smallfoot (in Spanish with English subtitles)
August 17: How to Train your Dragon: The Hidden World
September 21: Incredibles 2

Not yet announced for 2019:
Four Mile Summer Movie Festival at Four Mile Conservatory Building
Canal Park
Comcast Xfinity Outdoor Film Festival

Help us add to our list of outdoor movies, let us know what to add by sending us a message.

Live summer music in and around Washington, DC

May 15, 2019

One of my favorite parts about summer in Washington, DC are the (mostly) free, outdoor concerts you can find. What seems like an eternity ago (please time slow down) we took a sporadic drive to the Mall, walked around, played some ball by the reflecting pool with our then three year old and walked towards the Capitol where the U.S. Air Force Band was performing a free concert. A huge crowd was gathered on the steps and in chairs taking in the gorgeous evening and patriotic tunes. I had no idea they performed for free and for the public on random summer evenings. This post will help you take advantage of some great music that will allow you relax after a long day and see a bit of our city while doing so. Also, included are family focused shows at some favorite venues. Get out and enjoy the lighter evenings, let your kids stay up a little longer and enjoy the music our city offers.

The Yards Park Friday Night Concert Series
The free Capitol Riverfront Friday Night Concert Series is back for its 9th Season. Every Friday night this summer, head to Yards Park to relax and enjoy the river view, fantastic bands, food and beverage, and a large variety of great restaurants within a few minutes walk from the park. Family-friendly lyrics and grassy open space make this an enjoyable event for adults and kids alike.

Kids in Canal
A free 12-week children’s series that brings in popular kid’s entertainers from magicians to musicians that keep the little ones engaged all summer. After spending a fun hour in the Middle Block of Canal Park, head over to the dancing water fountains for a refreshing splash!

Strathmore’s Backyard Theatre for Children
Enrich your little ones’ summer mornings with sunshine, music, and laughter at Strathmore’s Backyard Theater for Kids, Thursdays in July. This eclectic program is the perfect summer escape for busy families. Pack a picnic and enjoy live performances by highly esteemed and innovative family-friendly entertainers. From folk and jazz to the amazing sounds of the steelpan, Backyard Theater makes it easy to engage kids at every stage. We promise to keep both kids and parents entertained, so bring your family for a morning of inspiration and celebration!

Strathmore Kids
Strathmore provides vibrant performances for families throughout the year. Offering experiences that inspire the littlest audience members to learn, explore, and connect to their world and each other in new ways. Learn more about each performance, including age recommendations, content, and accessibility on each event page.

Live from the Lawn
Strathmore’s free outdoor concert series, is where summertime stands still as music and memories take center stage. Pack a picnic and settle onto a blanket with your squad at the ready. As long summer days ease into evening, the crowd becomes community and the music begins. Let Live from the Lawn bring the funk and the soul, the rhythm, and the harmony. Let your summer sing.

Friday Night Live Concert Series at Rockville Town Square
Kick off your weekend with live entertainment, great company, and fantastic food, wine and beer from the restaurants at Rockville Town Square from 6:00pm-9:00pm on The Square in Rockville Town Square. Music ranges from 80’s and 90’s cover bands, funk and soul, roots rock blues and southern rock.

Jazz in the Sculpture Garden
The Jazz in the Garden Series begins its 19th season in May. The free concert series features jazz artists performing a wide variety of styles—Brazilian Folk Jazz, Alternative Modern, Blues, Reggae, World Steam Punk, Afro Funk, African Fusion Jazz, Cuban Charanga, Django Guitar, New Orleans Jazz, and more—every Friday evening from 5:00 to 8:30 in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. You can purchase food and adult beverages or bring your own picnic (but no adult bevs are allowed in, purchase them there).

National Memorial Day Concert at the US Capitol
Sunday, May 26, 2019 at 8:00pm, gates open at 5:00pm. PBS sponsors a free concert on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol on the eve of Memorial Day, a star-studded lineup will grace the stage for one of PBS’ highest-rated programs. This multi-award-winning television event has become an American tradition, honoring the military service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, their families at home and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Wolf Trap Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods
Performances range from music and dance to puppetry and storytelling—interactive, educational, and fun. All shows are about an hour long and are perfect for children ages 4 and up.

Carter Barron Ampitheatre
Poetry, music and movies will be featured all summer long. All shows are free and based by first come first served.
Closed for repairs.

Wolf Trap National Park
“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band will launch Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts’ summer season with a program of concert band favorites. A fireworks display will follow the concert. Gates open at 6:30 pm for Lawn and In-House (90 minutes prior to curtain). Fireworks viewing area opens following the performance, at approximately 9:30 pm. Fireworks begin at approximately 9:45 pm.

Rock at the Row
Join Rock the Row all summer long! Each Thursday enjoy live music, food, and drink to ring in the weekend!

A Capitol Fourth at the U.S. Capitol
America’s Independence Day celebration, A Capitol Fourth is broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, before a concert audience of hundreds of thousands, millions more at home, and our troops watching around the world on the American Forces Network.

Live military band concerts are free and no tickets are required unless noted.

U.S. Navy Band: Concerts at the Capital
Monday evenings on the West Front of the U. S. Capitol Building

U.S. Navy Band: Concerts on the Avenue
The Concerts on the Avenue series, featuring the United States Navy Band and Navy Ceremonial Guard, is presented on select Tuesday evenings at 7:30pm during the summer at the U.S. Navy Memorial in Washington. The concert series began in 1997 and combines a wide variety of music in addition to precision drill by the Ceremonial Guard. On other Tuesday evenings at the same time, various ensembles of the band will perform at the memorial. Of course, no summer in Washington would be complete without attending our other regular concert series, Concerts on the Capitol, Mondays at 8 p.m. on the west steps of the Capitol building.

U.S. Air Force Band Concerts

U.S. Marine Band
Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8:00pm on the West Terrace of the U. S. Capitol Building

U.S. Marine Band
Friday evening Parade, 8:30pm at the Marine Barracks Washington. The ceremony starts at 8:45 p.m., beginning with a concert by the United States Marine Band. The Evening Parade, held every Friday evening during the summer, has become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines. Reservations needed.

U.S. Army Band
Fridays, 8pm on the West Front of the U. S. Capitol Building

Have any we can add to the list? Let us know!

Free and Fun Open House at My Gym

May 13, 2019

Free and Fun Summer Open House on Friday, May 17^th from 5:30-8:00pm at both locations; Potomac and Bethesda.

Join a Free and Fun evening at My Gym on Friday, May 17^th from 5:30pm-8pm. Learn about summer classes and parties as well as August camp. You will have the opportunity to meet the teachers of My Gym, play fitness games, practice gymnastics, and receive summer discounts! Bring your kid and tell your friends and neighbors!

**Adults wear socks, children participate barefoot**

View a complete schedule and enroll online HERE! Have questions? Call 301-652-2820.

2019 Washington Nationals Family-Friendly Promotions at Nationals Park

May 6, 2019

Nationals Park was designed for fans of all ages, and throughout the 2019 season families will have great opportunities to come watch a game at Nationals Park and enjoy all the family-oriented things Nationals Park has to offer. In addition, one Sunday each month there will be a special giveaway for kids presented by Harris Teeter, featuring all new items. Family-friendly events like Kids Run the Bases, Kids Opening Day, and the Youth Baseball & Softball Parade also return for the 2019 season. The Nationals full 2019 promotional calendar can be found here.

Just for Kids Giveaways:
 April 28 – Kids Watch (First 10,000 fans 12 & under)
 May 26 – Max Scherzer Jersey (First 10,000 fans 12 & under)
 June 23 – Screech Hooded Towel (First 10,000 fans 12 & under)
 August 18 – Teddy Squeezable Toy (First 10,000 fans 12 & under)
 September 15 – Lumberjack Cap (First 10,000 fans 12 & under)

Events:
 Every Sunday Day Game – Kids Run the Bases
 Every Sunday Game – Signature Sundays
 Every Home Game – Racing Presidents Photos
 April 28 – Screech’s Birthday/Kids Opening Day presented by Jr. Nationals Kids Club
 April 28, June 16 – Youth Baseball & Softball Day presented by Inova
 May 16 – Weather Day presented by NBC4
 September 15 – Youth Champions Day
 Various Dates – Scout Day/Girl Scout Day

Other Giveaways:
Fun giveaways for fans of all ages in 2019 include several Nationals bobbleheads, like crowd-favorite Trea Turner and newcomer Patrick Corbin. New for 2019 are themed bobbleheads like MARVEL Super Hero™ Captain Zimmerman and STAR WARS™ Obi “Sean” Kenobi.

Bobbleheads and Collectibles:
 May 15 – Trea Turner Bobblehead presented by PNC Bank (First 25,000 fans)
 May 25 – MARVEL Super Hero™ Captain Zimmerman Bobblehead (First 10,000 fans)
 June 15 – STAR WARS™ Obi “Sean” Kenobi Bobblehead (First 10,000 fans)
 June 21 – Max Scherzer Bobblehead presented by Delta Air Lines (First 25,000 fans)
 July 2 – Adam Eaton Bobblehead presented by PNC Bank (First 25,000 fans)
 July 23 – Nationals Water Bottle presented by MASN (First 20,000 fans)
 August 17 – Patrick Corbin Bobblehead presented by SAIC (First 25,000 fans)

Apparel:
 May 2 – Nationals Expandable Beach Bag presented by Kaiser Permanente (First 20,000 fans)
 July 27 – Nationals Racing Presidents Tote Bag presented by MLB Network (First 25,000 fans)
 September 29 – Nationals Puffy Vest presented by Coca-Cola (First 20,000 fans)

Fireworks Nights Presented by Budweiser
Bang! Zoom! Fireworks nights are coming to Nationals Park! Nationals fans will have five opportunities to bring the whole family and watch fireworks light up the sky above Nationals Park. Fireworks Nights will include four “Fireworks Friday” games and a special “Freedom Fireworks” show on July 3.

Fireworks Nights:
 Friday, April 26
 Friday, May 24
 Friday, June 14
 Wednesday, July 3
 Friday, August 30

Theme Nights:
Theme Nights are fun for the whole family, and this season Nats fans can dress up as their favorite characters during MARVEL Super Hero™ Day and STAR WARS™ Day. Each Theme Night will involve in-park activations, special scoreboard elements, and on-field pregame festivities. A special ticket is NOT required for Theme Nights.
 May 25 – MARVEL Super Hero™ Day
 June 15 – STAR WARS™ Day

Special Ticket Events:
There are several special ticket events fit for the whole family at Nationals Park in 2019. These family affairs include everything from bringing the grandkids to enjoy a day with grandma and grandpa during Seniors Stroll the Bases, to bringing your four-legged family members to Pups in the Park!
 May 27, September 2 – Seniors Stroll the Bases presented by Kaiser Permanente
 June 16 – Father’s Day Catch on the Field
 June 20 – Ladies Night
 July 6 – Cat-urday (For cat-loving families!)
 Various Dates – Pups in the Park presented by Budweiser

Our favorite family-friendly summer activities in and around Washington, DC

May 2, 2019

Summer is my all-time favorite time in Washington, DC, despite the hot temperatures, there is something always going on. An outdoor festival, fountains to splash around in, an outdoor sports game to watch or live music are a few of our go-to’s. We want to help you kick off your summer the right way so you don’t miss out on some of the great summer events in Washington, DC.

Jazz in the Sculpture Garden: The Jazz in the Garden Series begins its 19th season in May. The free concert series features jazz artists performing a wide variety of styles—Brazilian Folk Jazz, Alternative Modern, Blues, Reggae, World Steam Punk, Afro Funk, African Fusion Jazz, Cuban Charanga, Django Guitar, New Orleans Jazz, and more—every Friday evening from 5:00 to 8:30 in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. Bring a picnic, buy a beverage, relax and enjoy the atmosphere, sculptures and music.
Local splash parks
Wolf Trap children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods: June 18- Aug 3, 2019- Across the meadow from the Filene Center, literally tucked in the woods at Wolf Trap National Park, the Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods has been a summer tradition for generations of children and families. Performances range from music and dance to puppetry and storytelling—interactive, educational, and fun. All shows are about an hour long and are perfect for children ages 4 and up. Event calendar can be found here.
Play in your own yard! Our family loves good old fashioned chalk and bubbles on our front walkway but we also play tons of catch, water play and scootering. This wouldn’t be possible if we didn’t have our yard sprayed by Mosquito Squad. The first year we lived in our house we weren’t able to sit on our front porch for more than a minute without being bitten by mosquitos. Mosquito Squad has made an amazing difference and after our treatment the mosquitos are gone! What I love most is that their spray techniques allow for kids and pets to return to playing just 30 minutes after service.
Pirate Adventure on the Chesapeake: Boat + Annapolis + Pirate Adventure = Outdoor Perfection
Smithsonian Folklife Festival: The Smithsonian Folklife Festival is June 29 & 30, 2019 and you will experience living traditions from around the world. The goal is to work with communities to strengthen and preserve their cultures and share them with you on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Strathmore Backyard Theatre: Enrich your little ones’ summer Thursday mornings in July with sunshine, music, and laughter at Strathmore’s Backyard Theater for Kids. This eclectic program is the perfect summer escape for busy families. Pack a picnic and enjoy live performances by highly esteemed and innovative family-friendly entertainers.
Montgomery County Agriculture Fair: The Fair will be August 9-17, 2019 and has animals, rides, entertainment, food, commercial, home arts, arts and crafts exhibits, and many others for the whole family to enjoy!
11th Annual Ukulele Festival at Strathmore: It’s a celebration of the marvelous musicality of the ukulele on August 21, 2019. UkeFest features ukulele superstars Cathy Fink, Marcy Marxer, Daniel Ho, and Peter Luongo along with a mass strum-along. This fantastically fun concert is the culmination of the 11th annual UkeFest intensive workshop and a highlight of summer at Strathmore!
Kayak, canoe and paddle boating: Ballpark Boathouse, Fletcher’s Boathouse, Mariner Sailing School, The Wharf

Mosquito Squad of Greater Washington DC is our communities’ leading choice for mosquito, tick, and flea control, as well as other forms of backyard pest control. Their work has made it possible for customers to enjoy their backyards for the first time without fear of bug bites or vector-borne diseases. Their work is backed by a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. If you don’t like the results, they promise to spray your yard again for free or refund your money. Schedule your mosquito control treatment by calling (571) 364-6956 and find a service that is right for your family here.

This post was written in partnership with D.C. Mosquito Squad who is providing standard barrier treatment for our yard this summer.

FitCampNation Summer Camp at Deal Middle School

April 30, 2019

FitCampNation Summer Camp is back this summer with more fun, excitement, activities and games than ever before! They focus on fitness, intro to sports and enrichment, structured play, and nutritional education, all in a fun and nurturing environment!

Session information is as follows:

Session 1: June 24th through June 28th
Session 2: July 1st through July 5th (no camp July 4th or 5th)
Session 3: July 8th through July 12th
Session 4: July 15th through July 19th
Session 5: July 22nd through July 26th

$350 per session ($225 for session 2, Independence Day week)
$75 per day drop in rate
10% sibling discount & 10% multi-week discount

Please email us with questions or visit FitCamp Website.
REGISTER FOR FITCAMP HERE!

16 pools worth the cost of membership in and around Washington, DC

April 24, 2019

An updated version of this post can be found here

Summer is right around the corner! There are several great pools in the area you can become a member of if you want a go-to place to splash around and become a regular swimmer at, offering you a sense of community as the number of members are typically capped at a low number. Many of these pools offer multiple pools and some have swim lessons and even swim teams! If you aren’t looking for a paid membership at a pool, DC DPR has a pool for you, free of cost if you are a DC resident. Here’s an old post of recommended swim lessons collected from readers.

This post is sponsored by Adelphi Pool; a family-friendly, affordable pool right around the corner.

Join the family-friendly Adelphi Pool in Hyattsville and spend your summer lounging by the Olympic-sized pool or keep cool as you watch your little ones play in the 30′ x 30′ fenced-in wading pool! With long hours and fun events like karaoke, raft night and s’mores night, everyone will be happy and cool at the Adelphi Pool this summer!

Surrounded by trees and open spaces, the Adelphi Pool also has plenty of places to sit and relax or enjoy a picnic lunch — choose shade or sun! On the hill overlooking the pool is a shaded picnic area where families can enjoy food from home or cookout on one of the pool’s grills.

This private pool offers free swimming lessons at the beginning of the season for your little ones, a swim team for the older kids, as well as yoga classes. The pool also offers volleyball, ping pong, badminton, and horseshoes.

Beauvoir Pool (NW DC)
*Family and individual memberships sold out for 2019, early bird and evening memberships available.

Tilden Woods Pool (Rockville, MD)
*The pool comes alive with activities for the entire family, both day and night. Swim in a heated pool, enjoy cookouts, raft nights, or relax in the sun or shade. They also have a top-ranked swim team.

Omni Shoreham Hotel Pool (NW DC)
*Pool memberships for purchase in addition to joining the health club.

Cleveland Park Club (NW DC)
*Cleveland Park, North Cleveland Park and Woodley Park residents.

Living Well Health Club at Washington Hilton (NW DC)
*Health club and pool memberships.

JBAB Base Pool (SW DC)
*Active duty service members and Air Force club members receive free pool access during the entire swimming season. Swim passes available for purchase.

Palisades Swim & Tennis Club (Cabin John, MD)
*Current waitlist time is approximately 8 to 10 years for new applicants applying.

Northwest Branch Pool (Silver Spring, MD)
*Current waitlist time is approximately 2 years for new applicants applying.

Palisades Swim & Tennis Club (Cabin John, MD)
*Current waitlist time is approximately 8 to 10 years for new applicants applying.

Chevy Chase Recreation Association: CCRA (Chevy Chase, MD)
*Memberships may be offered only to those residing within a specific geographic area of Chevy Chase, Maryland. Permanent memberships are unrestricted, but have a waiting list of about 5-7 years while partial summer membership has a waitlist of 1-3 months.

Connecticut Belair Club (Silver Spring, MD)
*Membership is not limited in any way by geography.

Tuckahoe Recreation Club (McLean, VA)
*Open year round that offers its members a healthy family environment with many outstanding facilities and activities for everyone in the family to enjoy.

Columbus Club (Arlington, VA)
*Open to non-council members as well.

Overlee Community Association (Arlington, VA)
*Limited to families living in Arlington, Falls Church, and McLean.

Arlington Forest Club (Arlington, VA)
*Has a waitlist of over 500 families.

Guide to Summer Camps in Washington, DC

January 24, 2019

This 2019 summer camp guide is sponsored by British International School of Washington Summer Camp.

British International School of Washington Summer Camp (2001 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007)

Summer camp gives children unique experiences that help them to grow and have fun while building their self-confidence, making new friends and learning new skills. At the British International School of Washington (BISW) Summer Camp, we foster resilience, respect and independence in a safe and fun environment. Our mission is to create memories and build friendships to last a lifetime!

BISW Summer Camp offers summer camp programs open to BISW and non-BISW children ages 3 to 11 years old. Choose from five one-week long camp sessions with an extended day option. The camp program includes exciting field trips, sports activities, outdoor exploration, arts and crafts, water activities, cooking and so much more! Registration is first come, first served and space is limited! Register your child online here. We would be happy to speak with you about BISW Summer Camp; please feel free to email Haley with any questions.

Multi-interest Camps:

Lowell School Camp

Sidwell Summer

Adventures on the Hill

Norbeck Montessori

Beauvoir Summer

Headfirst Summer Camp

Potomac School

Edlavitch DCJCC Camp

Camp Berry

Aiden’s Village of Choice Summer

Smithsonian Summer Camp

Landon Summer

CASA at Sheridan School

Steve and Kates Camp

YMCA Camps

Clara Barton Center for Children

Glen Echo Summer Camp

Music, Theatre & Art Camps:

(Photo: American Youth Chorus)

American Youth Chorus (Parish Hall of St. Marks Church: 301 A St SE, Washington, DC 20003)

The American Youth Chorus is thrilled to announce a new summer program for the summer of 2019! The AYC SUMMER MUSIC CAMP will expand your child’s horizons musically and artistically. During each session, a fantastic staff of choral conductors and music professionals with lead campers through an exploration of many musical genres. From Handel to Hamilton, and Bach to Broadway, get ready for a summer full of SINGING, LEARNING, and PLAYING!! In addition to singing, children will craft, dance, drum, and explore music history and musicianship topics! All of these wonderful activities culminate in a Friday evening performance at the end of each session — open to the public. Don’t wait;sign your child up today! Ages 7-12.

Round House Theatre

Summer Theatre Camps at the award-winning Round House Theatre encourage your child to “PLAY ON” all summer long! Round House believes every child is an artist and provides an array of fun and exciting programs in Silver Spring and Bethesda for Youth and Teens in Grades K-12 to inspire creativity and exercise imaginations while developing critical thinking, cooperation, and confidence.

Your little ones will embark on fantastic adventures—from animal kingdoms to magical realms—in SUMMER DESTINATIONS (Grades K-3). Campers collaborate to bring stories to life on stage, while developing special skills in design and music, in the SUMMER PLAYMAKERS ensemble (Grades 4-6). And the SUMMER TEEN INSTITUTE (Grades 6-12) provides a supportive environment for students to build theatrical skills while developing their own artistic voices under the guidance of professional educators and theatre artists!

Before and After Care available. Camps begin June 17. Early Bird Registration savings through March 1. See website for details.

Levine Summer Music & Arts Day Camp

International School of Music

Camp Arena Stage

Lola’s Lab Camp

National Conservatory of Arts

Bach 2 Rock

Meadowlark Guitar and Ukulele Camp

Takoma Groove Camp

Adventure Theatre Camps

Arts on the Horizon Summer Camps

Berrend Summer Dance

Encore Stage and Studio

Imagination Stage

The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts

Fit Kids Hit the Stage

Toolbox Art Gallery Summer Camp (ages 12-18)

Red Panda Art Studio

Anna Banana Arts & Crafts

Little Loft Art

McLean Project for the Arts (MAP)

Art in Motion via UpCycle/Local Motion

The Art League

Creative Youth

Sports Camps:

Dance & GymnasticsCamps

Nationals Baseball & Softball Day & Overnight Camp

Home Run Baseball Camp

Baseball Camp at Bethesda Big Train

PPA

Kids Elite Sports Camp

The First Tee Golf Camp

Tennis Camp

RDU Tennis

Lafayette Tennis

Flag Star Football

DC Way (Soccer)

Camp Olympia

Brit-Am Soccer

Next Level Lacrosse

HoopEd

Koa Sports

Outdoor Camps:

Valley Mill Camp

Calleva Outdoor Adventure Camp

Summer at Norwood

Adventure Links Day & Overnight Camp

(Photo:iD Tech Camps)

Building, Technology, Coding, STEM & Hands-On Camps:

iD Tech Camps (locally at American Univ., Georgetown Univ., Howard Univ., Univ of MD., Virginia Tech; Falls Church location, Johns Hopkins; Rockville location & Towson)

iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with over 400,000 alumni since 1999. Programs for ages 7-19 are held at 150 prestigious campuses including American, Georgetown, NYU, and Stanford. Students build in-demand skills for futures in coding, game development, robotics, and design, and learn in guaranteed small classes (10 students max per instructor). In addition to the flagship program, iD Tech Camps for ages 7-17, iD Tech also offers all-girls camps, teen-only Academies, an advanced capstone program, and year-round Online Private Lessons.

(Photo: KID Museum)

KID Museum (6400 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817)

Make it a summer of fun and invention at KID Museum, June 24 – August 30 for kids in grades 2-9! KID Museum summer campers will be traveling the world, conjuring up Harry Potter-style magic, and putting on the greatest maker show in town. Camps are designed and led by professional maker educators, and develop real-world skills through fun, hands-on projects. Dive in and discover what you can create! Sign up today.

Bricks4Kidz

Coder Kids

The Great Adventure Lab

Badlands Camp

National Building Museum Summer Camp

Mad Science Summer Camp

Play-Well TEKnologies

Apple Camp

Animal Camps:

Humane Rescue Alliance

Woodland Horse Center

Summer Safari Zoo Camp at The National Zoo