The DMV is already rich in opportunities to engage, explore, and discover. Now more than ever, there’s even more to explore!
From curious toddlers and inquisitive teens to adults with a zest for discovery, there’s something for all ages in these 10+ limited-time immersive exhibits, displays, and attractions:
Titanic, the Exhibition
Opens Oct 21, 2023
National Harbor • Oxon Hill, MD
Beginning this Fall, one of history’s most famous ships, the RMS Titanic, comes to life in an immersive experience. More than the chance to see photographs and more than 200 original items, including handwritten notes and cherished mementos, visitors will also hear the stories behind some of the passengers who made the ship’s 1912 inaugural voyage. The exhibit even boasts meticulously crafted life-sized replicas of Titanic’s interiors!
Hot Wheels Champion Experience
Opens Dec 8, 2023
Tysons Corner Center • Tysons, VA
The Hot Wheels Champion Experience is a “revved-up” adventure based on the legendary Hot Wheels brand. Debuting first in the DMV market this Winter, it combines immersive video projection and the blending of physical-digital systems that control sound, light, video, and personalized interaction into one experience that can react and change in the blink of an eye.
Encanto, an Immersive Disney Experience
Opens Dec 8, 2023
Tysons Corner Center • Tysons, VA
This Winter, you’re invited to join sisters Isabela, Luisa, and Mirabel Madrigal (plus their friends & family!) for an immersive, themed experience! Through a magic doorway, families will be transported to the Madrigals’ Casita, which is filled with candlelight, cumbia, and magic. Climb up and around Antonio’s rainforest, spin through Isabela’s flower-filled room, slide down into the Courtyard, and more! There will even be live sing-alongs to favorite tunes, including “We Don’t Talk About Bruno.”
The Museum of Failure
Now Open
Georgetown Park • Wash, DC
The Museum of Failure beautifully underscores the idea that mistakes are a part of life. This exhibition highlights some of the most surprising flops in the business world by showcasing more than 150 products and services from renowned companies like Apple and Heinz. Yet, these are not mere failures — they are stepping stones that have led to groundbreaking inventions and set the stage for future innovations!
Candytopia
Now Open
Tysons Corner Center • Tysons, VA
Embrace your love of sweets at Candytopia — a candy-themed experience boasting over a dozen interactive opportunities! From a marshmallow pit and an art gallery filled with pictures made from candy to a candy confetti room, all ages will love it! Plus, making your visit even better, there will also be plenty of candy sampling!
Dinos Alive
Now Open
Rhode Island Center • Wash, DC
Journey back to the land of the giants at Dinos Alive — an interactive family experience! At this one-of-a-kind exhibit that brings the prehistoric world to life, meet 80+ life-sized specimens, like the T-Rex and Stegosaurus! You’ll even see Jurassic sea giants in a unique virtual aquarium and explore a prehistoric jungle with the help of the latest VR technology.
Van Gogh, the Immersive Experience
Now Open
Rhode Island Center • Wash, DC
Discover Vincent Van Gogh, one of the most celebrated artists in history, through the lens of modern technology! Powered by cutting-edge projections accompanied by a stunning musical score, this event transforms what would have been a traditional art exhibition into a mesmerizing, immersive journey that brings Van Gogh’s masterpieces to life.
Reclining Liberty
Now Open
Arlington, VA
Though considerably shorter than her towering inspiration, you can now find a 25-foot version of Lady Liberty in Northern Virginia! Playfully called Reclining Liberty, this work of art, created by Zaq Landsberg, merges two cultural icons: the Reclining Buddha and the Statue of Liberty. The result is a striking sculpture that reimagines the Statue of Liberty in a state of repose.
Brick City
Now Open
National Building Museum • Wash, DC
Brick City, a temporary exhibit at the National Building Museum, celebrates the architecture of iconic sites worldwide! From streetscapes and temples to castles and historic ruins, you’ll find intricately almost 40 hand-built duplicates! For example, the centerpiece is London’s St. Pancras Station — made of nearly 200k LEGO bricks! More than a look-only experience, get hands-on at the museum’s LEGO building section.
ICE!
Opens Nov 19, 2023
Gaylord National Resort • Oxon Hill, MD
This season, things are cooling down at National Harbor! Hosted by Gaylord National Resort, ICE! is an immersive experience featuring 2 million pounds of ice that comes alive through intricate hand-carved displays inspired by classic Christmas and holiday stories!
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Our region is no stranger to the huge variety of attractions that open during the holiday season. Like above, the following limited-time opportunities are worth a mention!
Enchant
Beginning November 24, 2023, your family is invited to Nat’s Park for Enchant, an illuminated winter wonderland featuring 4+ million sparkling lights! Take on a larger-than-life light maze, go ice skating, shop from artisans and specialty crafters, and so much more!
NOVA Parks Light Festivals
NOVA Parks invites families to enjoy three unique holiday illumination experiences:
Bull Run Festival of Lights
Beginning November 10, 2023, this dazzling drive-thru display lights up 2.5 miles of Bull Run Park in Centreville, VA, bringing winter magic to you from the comfort of your car. Plus, more than holiday lights, there’s also a walk-thru Christmas Village & Carnival filled with rides, bonfires, s’mores, and holiday shopping!
Winter Walk of Lights
Beginning November 10, 2023, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna, VA, transforms into a twinkling holiday wonderland! Enjoy a 1/2-mile, self-guided walk through the gardens filled with illuminated displays (some that even sync to music), boasting more than a half-million lights!
Ice & Lights
Beginning November 17, 2023, Alexandria’s Cameron Run Regional Park becomes a winter wonderland! Enjoy over a dozen illuminated holiday displays, ice skating, seasonal music, and shopping.
Season’s Greenings
Beginning November 23, 2023, the US Botanic Gardens’ big holiday train display returns to the heart of Washington, DC! Witness lots of working model trains running through worldwide agricultural scenes — all made from real plant parts!
Disclaimer: Events/opportunities are curated from public sources and are subject to changes/cancelations that might not be reflected on DullesMoms.com.
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