While the continuation of the winter chill and the unexpected snow may make you inclined to stay inside with your children this spring break, there are some events going on in the Northern Virginia area that are worth getting out of your pajamas for. All of these events are children and family friendly, and affordable – a definite plus.
If you and your children love to be outdoors, then you’re in luck. Locally in Prince William County, take a day to visit the Prince William Forest Park. The miles of green are an excellent place to take a picnic, go on a bike ride or even go fishing, for a $5 daily entrance fee. And if you’re children have their heart set on taking a trip, you can rent a campsite in the tents-only Oak Ridge Campground for $20 per night; a budget friendly alternative.
The D.C. area is known for their cherry blossoms, and with them the Cherry Blossom Festival, every year. It’s near the peak of the cherry blossom season, making it a perfect time to take a drive up Interstate 95 and have a look for yourself. While the Festival isn’t until mid-April this free activity is popular with children of all ages and an opportunity to take a few family snapshots.
While you may believe that you have to drive up to D.C. to bring your children to a fun and educational museum, there are actually local options worth checking out. The Weems-Botts Museum, located in Dumfries, is on land that has been a part of the town since before the Revolutionary War, as well as being home to George Washington’s first biographer. For a $4 fee for adults, $2.50 for children ages six to 16, and free admission for children under 6, you can have a guided tour that is informative as much as it is fun.
If you want to celebrate Easter with your family during spring break, then take a trip to Ticonderoga Farms for their Spring Easter Festival. The farm, located in Chantilly, will have photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, and egg hunts for the whole family every weekend. For weekend activities, which include hayrides and picking your own flowers, it costs $11.95.
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Free Irish Music Concert
Welcoming Spring with music from the Emerald Isle, the New Dominion Choraliers offer a FREE concert on Saturday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the First United Presbyterian Church of Dale City.
Joined by Legacy Brass and members of Old
Spring Ceili: An Irish Music Festival
The New Dominion Choraliers of Prince William County and McGrath Morgan Academy of Irish Dance invite you to join them at our Ceili, a grand celebration of Irish music and dance.
A gathering of performance groups throughout Prince William County
