50 Things to Do in Washington This Weekend October 23 – 25, 2026
Discover the best events and activities happening in Washington this weekend.
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MarketLister's Top 5 Weekend Picks in Washington
51st Marine Corps Marathon
One of the nation's largest marathons brings thousands of runners and spectators together for an extraordinary race through Arlington and Washington DC. The course features iconic national landmarks, Marine Corps support, energetic cheering sections and an extensive finish celebration in Rosslyn. Even without a runner registration, spectators can enjoy one of the region's most significant annual public events. Location: Start: Route 110, Arlington, Virginia; Finish: Marine Corps War Memorial, Arlington, Virginia. Dates: 2026-10-25; Duos start: 07:07 EDT; Finish festival: 08:00-16:00 EDT; Runners start: 07:20 EDT; Wheels start: 07:05 EDT. Admission: Spectator admission: Free; Runner registration: General registration sold out; organizer references charity entry opportunities, but their current availability was not independently confirmed.. Availability: VERIFIED SPECTATOR ACCESS Reference: https://www.marinemarathon.com/event/marine-corps-marathon/weekend-events/ Reference: https://www.marinemarathon.com/event/marine-corps-marathon/race-day/ Reference: https://www.marinemarathon.com/event/marine-corps-marathon/
GLOW Block Party: The Chainsmokers
Club Glow transforms Pennsylvania Avenue into an outdoor electronic-music festival headlined by The Chainsmokers, with a sunset set from MK, appearances by Lavern and local performers, plus a dedicated Homegrown Stage. Large-scale production, food vendors, art installations and multiple DJs make this a full festival-style experience rather than a standalone concert. Location: Pennsylvania Avenue outdoor block party, Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC. Dates: 2026-10-24; Start: 15:00 EDT. Admission: Admission: Ticketed; Age requirement: 18+; Tickets: Ticket link advertised by organizer; live remaining inventory not independently confirmed.. Availability: VERIFIED EVENT SCHEDULED Reference: https://clubglow.com/events/glow-block-party-tcs/ Reference: https://clubglow.com/events/ Reference: https://clubglow.com/homepage/
Black on the Block
A major celebration of Black entrepreneurship and culture takes over Nationals Park with more than 100 Black-owned brands, a large shopping marketplace, food vendors, bars, live DJ performances, games and interactive activations. The event combines festival energy with opportunities to discover independent businesses and connect with the wider DC community. Location: Nationals Park, 1500 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 (entry: Center Field Gate). Dates: 2026-10-24; End: 19:00 EDT; Last entry: 18:30 EDT; Start: 13:00 EDT. Admission: Admission: $20 through organizer app; $23.14 through Universe; $25 at the door; Children: Ages 12 and under free; Tickets: Official organizer advertises advance ticket purchasing and door admission.. Availability: VERIFIED TICKETS ADVERTISED Reference: https://www.blackxtheblock.com/dc-festival Reference: https://www.blackxtheblock.com/tickets
Soul Strolls: Becoming America
Historic Congressional Cemetery presents atmospheric lantern-lit evening walks featuring theatrical performances by costumed interpreters portraying people buried on the grounds. The 2026 edition, Becoming America, examines the nation's history and founding ideals through personal stories. Live music, thematic decorations, drinks and optional VIP experiences create a distinctive autumn cultural event. Location: Historic Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E Street SE, Washington, DC 20003. Dates: 2026-10-23 and 2026-10-24; Friday: 18:00-22:30 EDT; Saturday: 17:00-23:00 EDT; Tour departures: Approximately every 10 minutes; Tour duration: Approximately 60 minutes. Admission: Standard admission: $40; Vip admission: $80; Child admission: $20 for children 12 and under; Tickets: Advance timed-queue tickets advertised on official website.. Availability: VERIFIED TICKETS ON SALE Reference: https://congressionalcemetery.org/soul-strolls/ Reference: https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/soul-strolls-becoming-america/2026-10-23/ Reference: https://congressionalcemetery.org/events/month/2026-10/
Night of the Living Zoo
The Smithsonian's National Zoo hosts a large adults-only Halloween celebration with after-hours access to select animal exhibits, unlimited drinks from pop-up bars, live music, DJ sets, tarot readings, flash tattoos, face painting and roaming performers. The combination of an iconic DC institution and a late-night festival atmosphere offers an especially distinctive seasonal outing. Location: Smithsonian's National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 — Lower Zoo, near the Great Cats exhibit. Dates: 2026-10-23; End: 23:00 EDT; Last entry: 22:30 EDT; Select animal exhibits: 19:00-21:00 EDT; Start: 19:00 EDT. Admission: Admission: $75 general admission; Members: 15% discount; Parking: $30 advance; $40 day-of; Age requirement: 21+ with valid photo ID; Tickets: Official Smithsonian event listing advertises ticket purchasing; real-time inventory not independently confirmed.. Availability: VERIFIED TICKETS ADVERTISED Reference: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/events/night-living-zoo Reference: https://www.nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/events
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ARTECHOUSE DC: SUBMERGE Project
Immersive digital-art exhibition with 14 new digital worlds, 18 interactive installations, and an XR cocktail bar. Location: ARTECHOUSE DC, 1238 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024. Dates: October 23-25, 2026; Friday 10 AM-10 PM; Saturday 10 AM-10 PM; Sunday 12 PM-8 PM. Admission: $24-$27 general admission; $17 youth ages 4-15; free for children 3 and under; Timed-entry tickets; advance online purchase recommended. Availability: Scheduled and ticketed; SUBMERGE Project opened September 11, 2026 and runs through the weekend Reference: https://www.artechouse.com/program/submerge-dc/
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience
First-of-its-kind Smithsonian VR adventure placing visitors inside the universe, from galaxies to the edge of a black hole. Location: Fever Hub Washington DC, 926 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004. Dates: October 23-25, 2026. Admission: From $29-$32 adults; $24.50 children 10-17, students, seniors; Timed-entry tickets via Fever app/website. Availability: Scheduled; runs through November 30, 2026 per washington.org Reference: https://smithsonianstarstruck.com/dc/
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Washington DC
America's largest interactive true-crime murder mystery dinner show, with the culprit hiding in plain sight among diners. Location: Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria, 801 N St Asaph St, Alexandria, VA 22314. Dates: October 24, 2026. Admission: $75; Advance ticket purchase required. Availability: Scheduled October 24, 2026 per BroadwayWorld listing; tickets on sale Reference: https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/washington-dc/
SPARKED: The Vanishing at Buzzard Point
Electrifying new immersive story inspired by true 1933 events, unfolding across four locations with audio, video, installations, and performances. Location: The Stacks, 101 V St SW, Washington, DC 20024. Dates: October 23, 2026; 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM (Pay-What-You-Can previews). Admission: $10-$50; October 23 shows are Pay-What-You-Can previews; Advance reservation via ThunderTix. Availability: Scheduled; Oct 23 preview shows listed on the official ThunderTix page (Oct 24 is invitation-only opening night) Reference: https://rorschachtheatre.thundertix.com/events/268726
DC Ghosts: Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Two-hour haunted pub crawl through DC's most historic taverns, with tales of political phantoms and spectral spies. Location: Meets at Old Ebbitt Grill, 15th St NW, Washington, DC. Dates: October 23-25, 2026; 6:00 PM daily. Admission: From ~$30-$37 per person; Advance booking recommended; 21+ tour. Availability: Runs nightly year-round; in-window dates confirmed via Peek listing for Oct 23 Reference: https://usghostadventures.com/washington-dc-ghost-tour/
30th Annual Del Ray Halloween Parade
Beloved hometown Halloween parade — named one of America's top 10 by USA Today — with costumed kids, pets, decorated strollers and live music. Location: Mount Vernon Avenue, Mount Vernon Avenue at E. Bellefonte Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301. Dates: Sunday, October 25, 2026; 2:00 PM. Admission: Free; Free; open to spectators and marchers. Availability: Scheduled; free public event Reference: https://visitalexandria.com/events/30th-annual-del-ray-halloween-parade/
Fall Fest at City Ridge
Free open-air fall festival on City Ridge's Great Lawn with 30+ vendors and makers, live art activations and immersive experiences. Location: City Ridge, The Great Lawn, 3900 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Admission: Free; Free; RSVP via Eventbrite. Availability: Scheduled; free; RSVP via Eventbrite Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-fest-at-city-ridge-tickets-2002754182673
Van Ness Elementary School Fall Festival with Pumpkins in the Park
Navy Yard BID's annual Pumpkins in the Park combined with Van Ness Elementary School's Fall Festival: music, carnival games, crafts, bake sale, pick-your-own pumpkins. Location: 1150 5th Street SE (Canal Park area, Navy Yard), 1150 5th St SE, Washington, DC 20003. Dates: Sunday, October 25, 2026; Not confirmed (not listed on official events page). Admission: Free admission; food and tickets available onsite; No tickets required; food and game tickets available onsite. Availability: Available - free Reference: https://navyyarddc.org/events
Frida…A Self Portrait
Vanessa Severo's acclaimed 75-minute solo portrait of Frida Kahlo on the eve of the artist's death, directed by Joanie Schultz. Location: Klein Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre Company, 450 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004. Dates: October 8 – November 8, 2026; Not confirmed (typical STC evening performances 7:30 PM; exact in-window showtimes not confirmed on sources reviewed). Admission: From $45 (per TodayTix listing); Tickets required; purchase via STC box office 202-547-1122 or online. Availability: Scheduled and on sale Reference: https://www.shakespearetheatre.org/events/26-27-season/
Hundred Days
The DC premiere of the Bengsons' folk-punk musical memoir about loving as if you only had 100 days left to live. Location: The Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church Street NW, Washington, DC 20036. Dates: October 10 – November 15, 2026; Thursdays–Saturdays 8:00 PM; Sundays 3:00 PM. Admission: $65 adults; $55 seniors 62+ and students/under 25; $5 service fee per ticket; rush tickets at the door when available; Tickets required; purchase online or via box office (202) 265-3767. Availability: Scheduled and on sale Reference: https://keegantheatre.com/portfolio/hundred-days/
Measure for Measure
Psalmayene 24 directs Shakespeare's rarely staged problem play, reset in the 1950s American Jim Crow South. Location: Folger Theatre, Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol Street SE, Washington, DC 20003. Dates: September 22 – November 1, 2026; Not confirmed (2 hours 35 minutes including one 15-minute intermission). Admission: From $20; Tickets required; purchase online at folger.edu or via box office (202) 544-7077. Availability: Scheduled and on sale Reference: https://www.folger.edu/MFM
The Fruits of Our Labor
Legendary DC company Step Afrika! premieres a percussive dance work honoring America's 250th anniversary. Location: Fichandler Stage, Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, 1101 Sixth Street SW, Washington, DC 20024. Dates: September 10 – November 1, 2026; Evenings 8:00 PM; matinees 2:00 PM (in-window times per ticketing listings). Admission: From $47 (per Arena Stage); TodayTix in-window listings from $25–$45; Tickets required; purchase at arenastage.org or box office 202-488-3300. Availability: Scheduled and on sale Reference: https://www.arenastage.org/
From the Louvre: Masterpieces of Islamic Art
26 Islamic masterworks on loan from the Louvre — many never before shown in the US — in the exhibition's only American presentation. Location: National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution, 1050 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20004. Dates: September 26, 2026 – January 18, 2027; 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM daily. Admission: Free; No tickets required; walk-up. Availability: On view Reference: https://asia.si.edu
Asia in a Bite (Asian Night Market)
Asian night market at Tingey Plaza with 30-40 food vendors, 10+ craft merchandise vendors, DJ music, K-pop dance party and karaoke. Location: Tingey Plaza, Tingey Plaza, Navy Yard, Washington, DC 20003 (exact street address not listed on the event page). Dates: October 24-25, 2026. Admission: Free (RSVP); Free RSVP. Availability: Scheduled; free RSVP listed on the Navy Yard BID events page Reference: https://navyyarddc.org/events
That's So Vintage
DC's biannual vintage show at The Square with some of the best vintage curators on the East Coast: apparel, jewelry, home goods and decor from the 1920s to Y2K. Location: The Square, 1850 K Street NW, 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20006. Dates: October 24-25, 2026; Saturday 9 AM-6 PM; Sunday 10 AM-2 PM. Admission: $15 Saturday GA / $8 Sunday GA; $30 early-access 2-day pass (sold out); Ticketed (general admission available; early-access tier sold out). Availability: Scheduled; general admission tickets on sale (Saturday $15, Sunday $8); early-access 2-day pass listed as sold out on the ticketing page Reference: https://vintagevintagevintagedc.com/pages/thats-so-vintage
Flea Market at The Parks
Monthly flea market on the Marketplace Plaza at The Parks at Walter Reed: 20+ vendors with vintage clothing, accessories, decor, books, records and funky finds. Location: Marketplace Plaza, The Parks at Walter Reed, 7175 12th Street NW, Washington, DC 20012. Dates: October 25, 2026; 11 AM-4 PM. Admission: Free; None (free). Availability: Scheduled; free admission Reference: https://theparksdc.com/event/the-parks-flea-market/
Van Ness Main Street Octoberfest Artisan Pop-Up Market
Van Ness Main Street's Octoberfest artisan pop-up with 20+ made-in-DC vendors inside and outside the Main Street storefront. Location: Van Ness Main Street storefront, 4340 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008. Dates: October 24, 2026; 10 AM-3 PM. Admission: Free; None (free). Availability: Scheduled; free admission Reference: https://vannessmainstreet.org/events/
Eastern Market Pottery Fall Student Sale
Annual fall student sale at Eastern Market Pottery: handmade functional and decorative ceramics from studio artists, with wheel-throwing demos throughout the day. Location: Eastern Market Pottery, 225 7th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003. Dates: October 25, 2026; 11 AM-4 PM. Admission: Free to browse; items priced for sale; None (free to browse). Availability: Scheduled; browsing the sale is free Reference: https://easternmarketpottery.com/events
MCM 8K
The inaugural MCM 8K brings Marine Corps Marathon Weekend energy to a fast, scenic 8K through West Potomac Park. Location: West Potomac Park, West Potomac Park, Washington, DC. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 7:20 AM - 8:45 AM EDT. Admission: Not confirmed; Registration required; packet pick-up Oct 22-23 at the MCM Health & Fitness Expo (not available race morning). Availability: Registration open per the official MCM 8K page; no sold-out notice found Reference: https://www.marinemarathon.com/event/mcm-8k/
Laufvergnügen (Half/10k/5k)
A German-themed fun run at Fletcher's Cove where the finish line is an Oktoberfest: brats, soft pretzels, sauerkraut, and alpine hats. Location: Fletcher's Cove, Fletcher's Cove, Washington, DC. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 12:00 PM. Admission: Not confirmed; Registration required. Availability: Listed for October 24, 2026 on race calendars; no sold-out notice found Reference: https://www.race-calendar.com/laufvergnugen-half-10k-5k-fletchers-cove-washington-dc-united-states-on-24-october-2026/153969
In Living COGI Community 5K Walk: Washington, D.C.
A free community 5K walk in Anacostia led by the Color of Gastrointestinal Illnesses organization, open to all ages. Location: 1800 Anacostia Drive, 1800 Anacostia Drive, Washington, DC 20020. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM EDT. Admission: Free; Free registration via Eventbrite. Availability: Free; Eventbrite listing live with 0.00 USD tickets Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-living-cogi-community-5k-walk-washington-dc-tickets-2002954993303
BellRinger
Georgetown's fifth annual fully supported charity bike ride to end cancer, with 25/50/62/100-mile routes starting on campus. Location: Georgetown University campus, Georgetown University campus, 1340 West Rd, Washington, DC 20057 (start); routes into Maryland. Dates: October 23-24, 2026; Opening ceremony Friday evening; ride Saturday morning from 7:30 AM. Admission: Fundraising commitment required (not a ticketed event); Rider registration with fundraising commitment; volunteers welcome. Availability: 2026 ride weekend confirmed October 23-24 on the official site; fundraising commitments apply Reference: https://bellringer.org/take-part/
The U Street Halloween Bar Crawl
OYEA! Events' Halloween takeover of U Street: seven participating venues, nine DJs and eight themed sets from throwbacks and dancehall to Afrobeats and trap. Location: Saint-Ex and surrounding U Street and 14th Street bars, 1847 14th St NW (check-in), Washington, DC 20009. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (check-in 2–7 PM at Saint-Ex). Admission: Ticketed (price not confirmed on pages reviewed); Ticketed; wristband required; check in at Saint-Ex 2–7 PM. Availability: Scheduled per PoPville and AllEvents listings; no cancellation notice found Reference: https://www.popville.com/events/the-u-street-halloween-bar-crawl-102426-100134/
7DrumCity's Halloween Headbang
7DrumCity's haunted-manor Halloween showcase: eight local DMV bands each performing as a different famous band for one night only, plus tarot readings, a scavenger hunt and a cosmic vendor market. Location: The Pocket, 1508 N Capitol St NW, Washington, DC 20002. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Admission: Tickets from $25; Ticketed. Availability: Scheduled per PoPville listing; no cancellation notice found Reference: https://www.popville.com/events/7drumcitys-halloween-headbang-100207/
Stumped (Washington Improv Theater)
Washington Improv Theater's fall Directors' Series: a satirical improvised campaign-trail comedy about two fictional candidates, with the audience deciding who wins. Location: Studio Theatre, 1501 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005. Dates: October 23–24, 2026 (Fri 7:30 PM, Sat 6:00 PM; Sat is closing night); Fridays 7:30 PM, Saturdays 6:00 PM. Admission: $20 + fee; Ticketed. Availability: Scheduled per washington.org listing; five-week run Sept 25–Oct 24, in-window both nights Reference: https://washington.org/event/stumped
Tara Hoot's Camp(y) Bingo Brunch
DC's only drag brunch bingo — voted Best Drag Show by Washington City Paper's Best of 2025 — with Tara Hoot and fellow drag performers, wacky prizes and performances. Location: Whitlow's on U Street, 901 U Street NW, Washington, DC 20001. Dates: Sunday, October 25, 2026; 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM. Admission: $10 entry ($12.80 with fees); food and bottomless drinks add-on; Ticketed via Eventbrite. Availability: Scheduled per Eventbrite listing; no cancellation or sold-out notice found Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tara-hoots-campy-bingo-brunch-tickets-1994507506643
Give a Shuck: A Taste of The Wharf
Sample signature dishes and drinks from the Wharf's best restaurants, with live music, raffles, and community impact for a good cause. Location: The Wharf Dockmaster Building, 101 District Square Southwest, Washington, DC 20024. Dates: October 23, 2026; 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Admission: $81.88; Ticket purchase required. Availability: Tickets on sale (per official listing) Reference: https://edibledc.com/event/give-a-shuck-a-taste-of-the-wharf/
Alsace: Pinot Gris World WineTasting & Dinner
Interactive four-wine Pinot Gris comparative tasting followed by a traditional three-course Alsatian dinner at the French Embassy. Location: Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Road NW, Washington, DC 20007. Dates: October 23, 2026; 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM (doors open 6:00 PM). Admission: From $65.87; Ticket purchase required; Embassy requires proof of identity for entry. Availability: Tickets on sale (per official listing) Reference: https://www.localwineevents.com/view/event/alsace-pinot-gris-world-winetasting-dinner/1036480
Moo, Bah, Mah! The animal makes the cheese @ Each Peach Market
Cheese-tasting class exploring the building blocks of cheese with Kate Park of Essex St Cheese, tasting cow, sheep, and goat milk cheeses. Location: Each Peach Market, 3068 Mount Pleasant Street NW, Washington, DC 20009. Dates: October 23, 2026; 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Admission: $75; Ticket purchase required. Availability: Tickets on sale (per official listing) Reference: https://edibledc.com/event/moo-bah-mah-the-animal-makes-the-cheese-each-peach-market/
Sunday Jazz & Tea — Featuring Kemi Adegoroye
Two Teaism traditions in one afternoon: curated teas and small bites paired with two 45-minute sets of live jazz by soul vocalist Kemi Adegoroye. Location: Teaism Lafayette Park, Not confirmed. Dates: October 25, 2026; 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM. Admission: $35; Advance ticket purchase required (walk-ins not available; space limited). Availability: Tickets on sale (per official listing) Reference: https://edibledc.com/event/sunday-jazz-tea-featuring-kemi-adegoroye/
Building Bridges—A Benefit for Sumatra
A liwetan charity dinner and lunch at an Indonesian restaurant raising funds to rebuild steel bridges in Aceh after devastating floods. Location: Artha Rini Indonesian Restaurant, 10562 Metropolitan Ave, Kensington, MD 20895. Dates: October 24-25, 2026; Saturday 12:00 PM to Sunday 9:00 PM. Admission: $65.92; Ticket purchase required. Availability: Tickets on sale (per official listing) Reference: https://edibledc.com/event/building-bridges-a-benefit-for-sumatra/
Saturday Morning Live at The National: Rompe Cajón
Free interactive family performance by Grupo Rompe Cajón exploring the African roots of Peruvian culture with music, dance and Afro-Peruvian instruments. Location: The National Theatre, Helen Hayes Gallery, 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 10:00 AM. Admission: Free; Free pre-registration via Eventbrite; walk-ins welcome pending space. Availability: Scheduled; free with pre-registration Reference: https://www.nationaltheatre.org/saturday-morning-live/
Fall Festival at MLK Library
Free family Fall Festival at the MLK Library Loggia with pumpkin patch, festival train, petting zoo, story time, live performances, DJ, crafts and seasonal treats. Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library (Loggia), 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Admission: Free; Registration preferred but not required. Availability: Scheduled; free admission Reference: https://www.downtowndc.org/events/fall-festival-at-mlk-library/
Adams Morgan Apple Festival
Annual Adams Morgan Apple Festival with heirloom apple tasting from Licking Creek Bend Farm and a homemade apple pie baking contest judged by local leaders. Location: Front steps of The LINE DC, 1770 Euclid Street NW, Washington, DC 20009. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Admission: Free; None; free admission. Availability: Scheduled; free admission Reference: https://adamsmorgan.com/events/signature-events
Silver Spring Fall-O-Ween
Annual Fall-O-Ween celebration at Veterans Plaza in downtown Silver Spring with Halloween and fall fun for families, kids and pets. Location: Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Dates: Sunday, October 25, 2026; Not confirmed (afternoon; one local guide lists 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM). Admission: Free; None; free admission. Availability: Scheduled; free admission Reference: https://silverspringdowntown.com/post/veterans-plaza-event-guide-2026
Spooky Science Festival at Because Science
Free two-day spooky science festival at Because Science with hands-on drop-in experiments and crafts, plus ticketed craft-lab workshops. Location: Because Science, 1759 Columbia Rd NW, 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026 - Sunday, October 25, 2026; 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM daily (Sat 12-6 PM per Mommy Poppins). Admission: Free admission; ticketed workshops $9; No registration needed for free activities; workshops ticketed. Availability: Available - free activities; $9 workshops ticketed Reference: https://dcmoms.com/event/spooky-science-festival/
Halloween Spooktacular at National Children's Museum
After-hours Halloween evening at the National Children's Museum with STEAM activities: spooky shadow stories, pumpkin catapults, creepy-crawly investigations, tinker-or-treat stations, and a Monster Mash noise parade. Location: National Children's Museum, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004. Dates: Friday, October 23, 2026; 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Admission: $18.95 for ages 1 and older; free for children under 1 and members; Separate ticket required. Availability: Scheduled; tickets on sale Reference: https://nationalchildrensmuseum.org/explore/events/halloween-spooktacular
Trick-or-Fruit at the U.S. Botanic Garden
Free evening family program at the U.S. Botanic Garden exploring edible fruit plants throughout the Conservatory with stories, sensory tasting, and costumes encouraged. Location: U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory, 100 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20024. Dates: October 24-25, 2026; Evening program; exact session times on registration page. Admission: Free; Registration required (free). Availability: Scheduled; registration open for Oct 24 and Oct 25 sessions Reference: https://usbg.swoogo.com/Trick-or-Fruit_Oct24
Mitchell Park Fall Fun Day
Annual Mitchell Park Fall Fun Day, a 20+ year local tradition, with a haunted house, pumpkin painting, touch-a-truck, and a vendor fair for community organizations and embassies. Location: Mitchell Park, 1801 23rd Street NW, Washington, DC 20008. Dates: Sunday, October 25, 2026; 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM. Admission: Free; None. Availability: Scheduled Reference: https://www.mitchellparkdc.org/events/fall-fun-day-2026
Family Spooky Disco at Dance Place
Intergenerational Family Spooky Disco dance party at Dance Place with a live DJ, snacks, party games, and costumes encouraged. Location: Dance Place, 3225 8th Street NE, Washington, DC 20017. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Admission: $18.50-$48.50; Tickets required. Availability: Scheduled Reference: https://www.danceplace.org/performances-and-events/list/
Fall Funtacular @ the Arcadia Center
Free family-friendly fall afternoon at the Arcadia Center for Sustainable Food & Agriculture with games, animals, and crafts. Location: Arcadia Center, 9000 Richmond Highway, Alexandria, VA 22309. Dates: October 24, 2026; 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Admission: Free; No reservation required. Availability: Free event (per official listing) Reference: https://edibledc.com/event/fall-funtacular-the-arcadia-center/
Fall Harvest Family Days at Mount Vernon
18th-century harvest celebration at George Washington's Mount Vernon with wheat treading, cooking and soap-making demos, farm animals, a Revolutionary War encampment and games. Location: George Washington's Mount Vernon, the Farm, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121. Dates: October 24-25, 2026; 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Admission: Included with estate admission (price not confirmed on sources reviewed); Estate admission tickets required. Availability: Included with estate admission; tickets on sale Reference: https://www.mountvernon.org/about/news/fall-history-george-washingtons-mount-vernon
Old Town Trick-or-Treat
Free trick-or-treating across nearly 30 Old Town Alexandria businesses and historic sites, maps distributed from Pippin Toy Co. Location: Pippin Toy Co. (map pickup) and participating Old Town businesses, 1310 King St (map pickup), Alexandria, VA 22314. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Admission: Free; No tickets required; pick up a route map at Pippin Toy Co. (1310 King St). Availability: Available - free Reference: https://visitalexandria.com/the-best-of/top-things-to-do-this-halloween-in-alexandria/
Van Ness Main Street Spooktacular
Family-friendly Halloween celebration in Forest Hills Park & Playground with spooky games and activities, then trick-or-treating along Connecticut Avenue. Location: Forest Hills Park & Playground, 3220 Chesapeake St NW, 3220 Chesapeake St NW, Washington, DC 20008. Dates: Sunday, October 25, 2026; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (per Mommy Poppins; not confirmed on official page). Admission: Free; No tickets required. Availability: Available - free Reference: https://vannessmainstreet.org/events/
Little Goblins Parade at Stead Park
Free kids' Halloween parade from Ross Elementary down 17th Street to a party at Stead Park with games, music, a bouncy slide, crafts and snacks. Location: Starts at Ross Elementary, ends at Stead Park, 1625 P St NW, 1625 P St NW, Washington, DC 20036. Dates: Saturday, October 24, 2026; 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM. Admission: Free; Free; registration requested at friendsofsteadpark.org/events/littlegoblins2026. Availability: Available - free with registration Reference: https://www.popville.com/events/little-goblins-parade-29193/
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