Here are the top 7 open-air activities and things to do in DC that will really give you a feel for the city. Whether you’re planning a trip or just enjoying a day out, the D.C. area offers incredible open-air spaces where you can relax, explore, and take in beautiful sights. From historic landmarks to
The best sledding spots in Bethesda and beyond make a snow day a source of joy rather than an inconvenience. Grab the sled and those boots. and gloves and hit the slopes! You don’t even need to buy a lift ticket,
Best theaters in Montgomery County brings lots of choices to mind from the Adventure Theater for children at Glen Echo to Strathmore to the Olney Theater. There are several choices in Montgomery County for children’s theater, musical venues and dramatic performances. Who needs to go to downtown DC when we have so many choices here in Montgomery County!
Favorite Christmas movies can provoke a lot of discussion. Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Which Christmas Carol movie is the best – Reginald Owen, the Muppets, Michael Caine? Or is it Scrooged with Bill Murray?
Favorite Thanksgiving movies is a topic that is bound to trigger some conversation around the dinner table – but let’s admit it. If you are looking for a safe topic to focus on, this is a good one to offer up! If you are lucky enough to find consensus then watching a movie after dessert might be an appealing way to finish off the day. After all, not everyone wants to watch that many football games in a row! Starting the day with the Macy’s Day Parade and finishing with the Charlie Brown Thanksgiving movie may even make the children in the family feel special!
Fall Festivals are just another reason to love living in Bethesda, MD. The start of fall in Bethesda MD is marked by cooler temperatures, shorter days, and the gradual transformation of the region’s abundant greenery into vibrant shades of orange, red, and yellow. This transition usually begins in late September and peaks in mid to late October. The crisp air and colorful foliage make it a perfect time to explore outdoor activities and fall festivals, which celebrate the season with food, culture, and entertainment. Here are a few fall festivals to choose from – guaranteed to please everyone!
Pandas coming to DC -again- in 2024 was the big news from the National Zoo on May 28. The Zoo’s previous pandas were returned late last year and the Panda Enclosure has been sadly empty since then.
Comus MD is the perfect day trip from Washington if you want to spend the afternoon climbing Sugarloaf mountain, drinking some beer at the Comus Inn, sipping wine at the Sugarloaf Mountain winery or buying lavender at the Soleado Lavender Farm at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain.
The White House Egg Roll takes place every year on Easter Monday. This year there are over 40,000 people expected to come to the event on the South Lawn of the White House. The White House Egg Roll dates back to the 1870’s and has been going on since then except for a few interruptions for bigger events like both World Wars!
Christmas light displays in the DC area are beginning to shine. There are enough displays that you can visit one a night from now until the end of the year! Whether you live in Georgetown or Arlington or Olney, there is a Christmas display near you. The D.C. Christmas light displays are extravagant—some even include over 500,000 LED lights and a few roaring tigers!
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