Aug 29, 2024
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Festival Season is Here: Celebrate at Your Fav Farm, Zoo, & More
These seasonal festivals are packed with weeks of fun! No matter where they’re hosted — from farms and orchards to zoos and parks — there’s plenty to fill your calendar… MORE

Turn Down the Volume to Turn Up the Fun at a Silent Dance Party
Loudoun Station invites you to dance like nobody’s looking on September 7, 2024, when the beats drop at their Silent Dance Party! They’ll provide wireless headphones while you choose the music — 3 live DJs will spin different music genres! More than dancing, there’ll be family-friendly activities, including glitter tattoos, bubbles, and balloon animals! Quiet is the new loud! Get ready to party… MORE

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Find a Ferris Wheel of Fun at the Carnival
It’s all fun and games at the carnival! From September 4-8, 2024, visit Dulles Town Center for five days of carnival fun filled with your favorite treats, midway excitement, and rides for all ages… MORE

Pool Fun Doesn’t Have to Stop Just Because School’s About to Begin
Offering year-round opportunities, lessons at Goldfish Swim School reinforce your child’s hard-won skills, keeping them water-safe. At this premier learn-to-swim destination, classes are designed to make learning fun — celebrating milestones big and small. Learn more at your preferred location (Reston, Alexandria, Falls Church)… MORE

Labor Day = A Day of Play
September means school plus end-of-summer fun! You’re invited to LoCo Kids Fest on September 2, 2024 — packed with family-friendly fun, including a touch-a-truck, petting zoo, pony rides, a magician, a stiltwalker, a unicyclist, and more! Even better? Admission is free… MORE

Gear Up for Soccer Fun — Register for Fall Rec League Today
Players Sports Academy invites kids to the field this Fall for their rec soccer leagues! With your child’s age in mind, kids will learn ball technique and work on speed/footwork, while coaches foster an atmosphere of fun and friendship! Even better? Girls are free this Fall thanks to VLP Financial Advisors… MORE

Score Free Entry for Kids 14 & Under at Loudoun United vs. Phoenix Rising
On August 31, 2024, kids 14 and under are invited to wear their sports jerseys and enjoy free admission as Loudoun United FC plays Phoenix Rising FC at Segra Field. This is your family’s chance to see one of the most successful soccer leagues in the world — right in your backyard… MORE

Kids, Find Your Perfect Pitch in the Herndon Children’s Chorus
Did you know there’s a new ensemble experience for young singers? Kids who love music are invited to learn more about the Herndon Children’s Chorus! Through weekly rehearsals and performance opportunities, kids will build skills, gain music literacy, explore music from different traditions and backgrounds, and more… MORE

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Aug 23, 2024
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Headline Rewind
We get it — life is busy! Check out these headlines you might’ve missed:

• September Consignment Sales
• Maryland Renaissance Fest
• This Weekend: Lake Accotink Park Celebration
• Happening Now: The Big Dig
• Free! Funday Mondays
• Burke Centre Festival
• Fall Festival @ Cox Farms

Little Hands on the Farm
New dates have been added! Little Hands on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park is a unique program for children to learn about farm animals and the life that keeps them happy and healthy!

This unique opportunity allows kids to learn about farm life, spend time with different animals, and enjoy fun activities like storytime, arts & crafts, and more… MORE

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Lights, Camera, Lopez! Kids & Teens — Unleash Your Inner Star
Calling all stars! Kids as young as six and up to teens are invited to unleash their creativity at Lopez Studios, Inc. Performing Arts Preparatory School! Explore their huge variety of acting and theatre classes — from Broadway and musical theatre to improvisation and theatre games, there’s something for everyone… MORE

It’s All Child’s Play at the LoCo Kids Fest
The LoCo Kids Fest is back, and just in time to make some end-of-summer memories on Labor Day, September 2, 2024! From a touch-a-truck and petting zoo to vendors, a magician, a stiltwalker, a unicyclist, and more — this special family celebration has it all! Plus, admission is free… MORE

Autism ABA Therapy Clinic for Young Children
Kaleidoscope ABA — a leading provider of Autism ABA Therapy, invites you to learn more about their center-based programs. Kaleidoscope offers evidence-based strategies that foster communication, language, social skills, and school readiness. Now open in Sterling and Fairfax, they accept most health insurance plans, as well as Medicaid. Call (877-ABA-0399) or click today… MORE

Find a Field of Festivities at Family Day
On September 6, 2024, Segra Field comes alive for a Family Fun Fest! From inflatables and yard games to face painting and an end-of-evening movie under the stars (Disney’s Encanto), there’s plenty of fun for all ages! Even better? It’s all free… MORE

It’s ’80s Mayhem! Step Back a Few Decades at Loudoun Station
On August 24, 2024, get ready to break, lock, and pop at Loudoun Station’s ’80s Mayhem event featuring The Legwarmers! More than live music, grab food from your fav restaurant, sip & stroll on your way to see the breakdancers, and make sure to stop by the moon bounce with the kids… MORE

From Tots to Tacos: $1 Kid Meals at El Fresco!
Delicious food for Mom, tasty food for Dad. Better yet? $1 meals for little ones from the children’s menu on Saturdays from 5-8 pm at select El Fresco Tex-Mex Grill! Enjoy fresh, authentic Mexican food at one of NOVA’s most loved fast-casual restaurants (see important details here)… MORE

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Aug 15, 2024
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Back-to-School Summer Movies
With school starting next week, enjoy a last hurrah under the stars! Check out these outdoor movie opportunities featuring your favorite family films… MORE

Save-the-Date for an ’80s Rewind at Loudoun Station!
On August 24, 2024, you’re invited to take a step back in time for an end-of-summer musical celebration at Loudoun Station!

Start teasing that hair (the bigger, the better!) and practicing those dance moves for ’80s Mayhem, featuring The Legwarmers! More than live music, grab food from your fav restaurant, sip & stroll on your way to see the break dancers, and make sure to stop by the moon bounce with the kids… MORE

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Wild About Savings, Wild About Fun! Book a Monkey Joe’s Party & Save 40%
Ready for a party that’s as fun as it is affordable? Book at Monkey Joe’s by August 31, 2024, and save 40%! From cozy gatherings to blowout bashes, Monkey Joe’s has it all—tons of fun for the kids and all the essentials for parents, like a private suite, host, and paper products… MORE

Early Education Counts at BeanTree Learning
Play offers so much more than what’s taught in a classroom! Knowing how important it is to the development of lil’ learners, BeanTree Learning’s early education programs offer diverse, play-based opportunities for kids to grow socially, emotionally, and more! Get to know them today… MORE

Top Off Your Summer Bucket List at Loudoun Station’s Summerbration
Even though the start of school is right around the corner, there’s still time to find the best of summer at Loudoun Station! Join them for Summerbration — free fun for all ages, including outdoor movies, fitness classes, live concerts, car shows, and more… MORE

Back-to-School with Goldfish Swim School: Safety First
With school approaching, why add weekly swim lessons to this mix? Because lessons are more than an extracurricular activity— they can save your child’s life! The NIH has found that swim lessons reduce the risk of young kids drowning by almost 90%! Get to know Goldfish Swim School and learn more about their year-round lessons and opportunities to keep kids safe. Find your preferred location (Reston, Alexandria, Falls Church)… MORE

Score Big at Loudoun United FC’s Theme Nights
Loudoun United FC, the highest-level professional soccer franchise in Loudoun County, invites your family to one of its upcoming theme nights:

Aug 24: Food Truck Fest
Aug 31: Hometown Heroes, Marvel, & Youth Jersey Night
Sept 14: ’80s & ’90s Throwback Night

From Arts to Aquatics: Herndon’s Fall Programs Are Here
Herndon Parks & Rec Department’s fall programs are now open for registration (non-residents can register beginning Aug 20)! You’re invited to check out all the new opportunities, from fitness and wellness to aquatics, performing arts, arts & crafts, and more… MORE

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Aug 8, 2024
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Top Off Your Summer Bucket List at Loudoun Station’s Summerbration
Even though the start of school is right around the corner, there’s still time to find the best of summer at Loudoun Station! Join them for Summerbration — free fun for all ages, including outdoor movies, fitness classes, live concerts, car shows, and more… MORE

Upcoming Consignment Sales
Grab your calendar and start planning! Plenty of money-saving consignment sales are coming up (and just in time for the fall!)… MORE

Hot Air Balloon Festival & Airshow
Snag your seat in a biplane, a hot air balloon, or a chair on the ground at the Flying Circus Airshow’s Hot Air Balloon Festival & Airshow… MORE

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Go Bananas for Party Savings at Monkey Joe’s!
Get 40% off when you book your party at Monkey Joe’s by August 31, 2024! Whether it’s a small get-together or a big bash, Monkey Joe’s offers everything kids adore (energy, excitement, and endless fun) and everything parents need (private party suite, host, paper products, and more)… MORE

Autism ABA Therapy Clinic for Young Children
Kaleidoscope ABA — a leading provider of Autism ABA Therapy, invites you to learn more about their center-based programs. Kaleidoscope offers evidence-based strategies that foster communication, language, social skills, and school readiness. Now open in Sterling and Fairfax, they accept most health insurance plans, as well as Medicaid. Call (877-ABA-0399) or click today… MORE

Set the Stage for School Year Success at Lopez Studios’ After School Program
Kids build confidence and self-esteem on the stage at Lopez Studios, Inc. Performing Arts Preparatory School’s After School Program! Parents not only appreciate the convenient schedule, but also the way Lopez professionals foster a community, helping kids develop skills, a love for music and the arts, and more… MORE

This Parent-Loved Early Childhood Education & Care Provider is Now Enrolling
Did you know language isn’t learned, it’s acquired? Offering a nurturing environment, BeanTree Learning’s early education programs offer young students diverse experiences with the opportunity to not only grow their language skills, but their communication skills, too! Get to know them today… MORE

Taste Victory at Loudoun United’s Match & Food Truck Fest!
Loudoun United FC invites you to save the date for a delicious night out as the team hits the field for a match-up against Rhode Island FC! Even yummier, enjoy their Food Truck Fest offering more than a dozen delicious options… MORE

Bright Futures at Bright Horizons: Igniting a Love for Learning
Bright Horizons makes early learning an adventure for all young students — from 6 weeks to 5 years old! Your family is invited to discover why their nationally recognized centers are the perfect place for your children to learn, explore, and prepare for their next big step… MORE

Chippin’, Dippin’, & Sippin’ at El Fresco Tex-Mex Grill
Those one-dollar bills in your wallet equal yum at select El Fresco Tex-Mex Grills! On Saturdays from 5-8 pm, while parents enjoy made-from-scratch, authentic Mexican food, kids eat for just a buck from the children’s menu at select locations (see important details here)… MORE

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Aug 1, 2024
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Igniting a Love for Learning: Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Explorers, discoverers, and thinkers — that’s what kids become when they step into a Bright Horizons classroom! Your family is invited to learn more about their discovery-driven curriculum and how they support little learners and families like yours… MORE

Can’t-Miss August Fun!
From festivals to community fairs, this month is bursting with opportunities sure to make the most of end-of-summer fun… MORE

Fairfax County 4-H Fair & Carnival
Come one, come all to the 4-H Fair & Carnival, hosted at Frying Pan Farm Park from August 1-4, 2024! Enjoy carnival rides, demonstrations and exhibits, farm animals, live entertainment, Big Truck Night, and so much more… MORE

Need even more?! Find them at these upcoming fairs and carnivals:

• Aug 7-18, 2024: Carnival @ One Loudoun
• Aug 9-17, 2024: Prince William County Fair
• Aug 14-18, 2024: Arlington County Fair

You-Pick Sunflower Fields & Celebrations
Find your happy place among acres and acres of yellow petals and blue skies… MORE

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Pool Fun Doesn’t Have to Stop Just Because School’s About to Begin
Offering year-round opportunities, lessons at Goldfish Swim School reinforce your child’s hard-won skills, keeping them water-safe. At this premier learn-to-swim destination, classes are designed to make learning fun — celebrating milestones big and small. Learn more at your preferred location (Reston, Alexandria, Falls Church)… MORE

Monkey Business Made Easy: Save Big on Parties
Save 40 big bananas at Monkey Joe’s if you book a party by August 31, 2024! From a small gathering to a big bash, Monkey Joe’s parties have everything a kid wants (active, exciting, fun), plus everything a parent wants, too (party suite, a dedicated host, paper products, & more)… MORE

Guac & Roll! $1 Kids’ Meals at El Fresco Tex Mex Grill
Stretch your dollars at select El Fresco Tex Mex Grills! On Saturdays from 5-8 pm, kids eat for just $1! Treat your family to delicious, made-from-scratch Mexican food — click and see the yum (see important details here)… MORE

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July 25, 2024
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County Fairs & Carnivals
Packed with rides, special events, live entertainment, and delicious food, county and state fairs are can’t-miss opportunities for family memories… MORE

• July 23-27, 2024: Loudoun Co Fair
• Aug 1-4, 2024: Fairfax Co 4-H Fair & Carnival
• Aug 7-18, 2024: Carnival @ One Loudoun
• Aug 9-17, 2024: Prince William Co Fair
• Aug 14-18, 2024: Arlington Co Fair

Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play!
Get your tix today for Disney Jr. Live On Tour! At this live show, everybody’s favorite Disney mouse is getting ready for a playdate at the Clubhouse… MORE

Blippi: Join The Band Tour
Get ready for a special live show! Grab your drumsticks, tune up your guitar, and get ready to move those feet with Blippi… MORE

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Plan Ahead: The Stage is Calling Kids & Teens
Get ready for lights, camera, action! Lopez Studios, Inc. Performing Arts Preparatory School’s theatre and acting classes will make your child’s acting dreams a reality! From Broadway and musical theatre to improvisation and theatre games, there’s something for ages as young as 6 up to 15… MORE

Saddle Up For Summer Fun at JBIT Ranch!
At their one-day camp on August 8th, kids are invited for a day of fun, including horse riding, farm activities, and the chance to unleash their creativity! Guided by a talented artist, they’ll paint a horse on canvas and bring their artwork home. Register/learn more by email or visiting them on Facebook or online… MORE

DC Big Flea: Your Weekend Shopping Destination
This weekend, the Dulles Expo Center is home to the area’s largest indoor flea market! The DC Big Flea is back July 27-28, 2024, featuring hundreds of booths — shop jewelry, antiques, collectibles, furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, and more… MORE

Summerbration: All Summer, All Fun at Loudoun Station
Let Loudoun Station be your family’s go-to summer spot! At Summerbration, find movies under the stars and live music, plus fitness classes, car shows, and more! There’s something for all ages, all summer long… MORE

Step Right Up & Celebrate Summer at the Loudoun County Fair
The Loudoun County Fair returns this week! From July 23-27, 2024, get ready for summer fun! Every day promises something new — from live entertainment and carnival rides to special events like professional bull riding and a demolition derby — there’s always a reason to return! Get the full schedule and your admission in advance online… MORE

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July 18, 2024
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Water Wars!
Kids, big and small, are invited to a super-wet, super-fun day at Segra Field! Bring your own water guns, and they’ll provide water stations, plus inflatables, slip ‘n slides, and exciting water activities… MORE

Balloon Fest & Airshow
At Flying Circus Airshow’s Hot Air Balloon Fest & Airshow, watch balloons take to the skies, wing walkers amaze the crowds, and planes perform loop-de-loops! There’s even the opportunity to take a ride yourself… MORE

Totally Trucks
On August 2, 2024, children are invited to enjoy all things trucks! At RA’s Totally Trucks, visitors can touch and explore a variety of rigs, including a dump truck, mail truck, backhoe, mowing tractor, bus, and police car, to name a few… MORE

Headline Rewind!
We get it — life is busy! Check out these headlines you might’ve missed:

• Take a Step Back in Time @ DinoWalk
• Preschool Wednesdays on the Farm
• Summer of Sunflowers @ Burnside Farms
• Fairfax County 4-H Fair & Carnival

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Carnival Thrills & Derby Spills, Save-the-Date for the Loudoun County Fair
The Loudoun County Fair returns July 23-27, 2024, for five days packed with fun! From carnival rides and live entertainment to professional bull riding and a demolition derby — there’s a reason to visit daily! Get the full schedule and your admission in advance online… MORE

Discover Unique Finds at the DC Big Flea
Save-the-date for the area’s largest indoor flea market featuring hundreds of booths! The DC Big Flea is back July 27-28, 2024, at the Dulles Expo Center — shop jewelry, antiques, collectibles, furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, and more… MORE

Jump, Slide, Save: $40 Off August Parties at Monkey Joe’s
Birthday memories are made at Monkey Joe’s! Their parties are filled with high-energy opportunities to jump, slide, and play! Plus, for a limited time, if you book your party to be hosted between August 1-31, 2024, save $40!* Start planning for a little monkey business today… MORE
*New parties only; cannot be combined with other discounts/offers.

Swim Lessons Are Not Only Fun, But Life-Saving
Did you know a study published by the NIH found swim lessons reduce the risk of young kids drowning by almost 90%?! With water safety a top priority, Goldfish Swim School offers summer week-long Jump Start clinics. Learn more at your preferred location (Reston, Alexandria, Falls Church)… MORE

Early Education Programs You’ll Feel Confident About
Early education is so much more than little ones learning their ABCs! It’s about children experiencing new environments, developing social and interpersonal skills through new friendships, and more! Knowing all the diverse ways children learn, BeanTree Learning’s programs offer daily opportunities for kids to reach their potential! Get to know them today… MORE

The Perfect Wednesday Does Exist @ Segra Field
Mix up your weekday schedule at Segra Field! On July 24, 2024, bring the family or make it an adults-only morning with brunch and mimosas! Enjoy on-field action as Loudoun United FC takes on Charleston Battery, plus premium food and beverage options for one low price… MORE

Nacho Average Saturday: Kids Eat for $1
Nothing beats an evening of great food the whole family will love! Find it at El Fresco Tex Mex Grill! Even better? On Saturdays from 5-8 pm, little amigos eat for just one dollar. See the yum online (see important details here)… MORE

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July 11, 2024
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Experience the Best of Summer at Loudoun Station
More than a celebration — it’s a Summerbration at Loudoun Station!

Fill your summer with free weekly fun for all ages, including movies under the stars, fitness classes, live music, car shows, and more! Plus, don’t miss your favorite retailers and restaurants, too… MORE

Save-the-Date for a Dinosaur-Sized Adventure
Did you know the largest collection of dinosaur footprints in North America is right here in Virginia?! See them at DinoWalk this summer… MORE

Make Magic at this Special Summer Festival
Calling all fairies! Families and their young fairies are invited to stroll along an enchanted woodland trail in search of fairy houses, hidden fairies, and colorful mushrooms. Plus, join the Fairy Queen for a story, crafts, and the chance to build a fairy house… MORE

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Grab Your Calendar for Farmer’s Market Fun Days
This summer, the Town Hall Green in downtown Herndon will come alive with children’s entertainment — and it’s all free! Upcoming shows include Rainbow Rock (July 18), Mr. Lilo (July 25), Ms. Niki (Aug 1), and more! Grab your calendar and plan ahead for a toe-tappin’ good time… MORE

Kids Are Invited to Horse Around at The JBiT Ranch, LLC
At their upcoming one-day riding camp on July 25, 2024, kids will learn horsemanship, including riding and bathing the horses, games, swimming, and more! Hosted in Berryville, VA, this unique camp is best for kids eight and up; no prior experience is required. Register/learn more by email or visiting them on Facebook or online… MORE

Bright Horizons Inspires a Love for Learning in Every Child
Providing early education and care for over 25 years, Bright Horizons supports children through projects, exploration, and play! Get to know them and learn how their curriculum builds confidence and gets kids excited about learning, too… MORE

Lopez Studios’ After School Program Rolls Out the Red Carpet
Lopez Studios, Inc. Performing Arts Preparatory School offers kids a one-of-a-kind school year opportunity! With care for their whole child, their after-school program provides homework help and opportunities for kids to grow their interests, confidence, and self-esteem among like-minded friends. It’s never too early to register; learn more today… MORE

Last Call for VA Revolution Soccer’s Fall Rec Program Registration
Hurry! There’s still time to register, but the deadline is just days away for VA Revolution Soccer Club’s fall rec program! Kids will find more than friendships on the pitch — they’ll find a season of skill-building and friendly competition! Led by a professional coaching staff with an emphasis on fun and development, each program offers small group training and upstanding communication: MINIS (18 mos-2) ∙ BAMBINOS (3-4) ∙ ACADEMY (5-11)… MORE

Your Child’s Educational Journey Starts at BeanTree Learning
Early education is so much more than little ones learning their ABCs! It’s about children experiencing new environments, developing social and interpersonal skills through new friendships, and more! Knowing all the diverse ways children learn, BeanTree Learning’s programs offer daily opportunities for kids to reach their potential… MORE

Tick-Tick-Tock, It’s Party O’Clock!
Parties at Monkey Joe’s are designed with fun in mind! From a small gathering to a birthday bash, MJ’s party packages have everything a kid wants (active, exciting, fun!), plus everything a parent wants (party suite, a dedicated host, paper products, and more)! Get the details and start planning for a lil’ monkey business… MORE

The Perfect Wednesday Does Exist @ Segra Field
Mix up your weekday schedule at Segra Field! On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, bring the family or make it an adults-only morning with brunch and mimosas! Enjoy on-field action as Loudoun United FC takes on Charleston Battery, plus premium food and beverage options for one low price… MORE

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