{"id":44832,"date":"2024-09-10T09:54:04","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T13:54:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitmontgomery.com\/?page_id=44832"},"modified":"2025-10-22T11:01:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T15:01:25","slug":"family-fun","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/visitmontgomery.com\/family-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Fun"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Discover Montgomery County: Family-Friendly Activities Near DC<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Looking for family-friendly activities near Washington, D.C.? Montgomery County, Maryland, has you covered! Whether you’re after outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or just some good old-fashioned fun. Let\u2019s dive into the best spots for the whole family!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Nature’s Playground<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Montgomery County has three fantastic national parks perfect for road trips: the C&O Canal National Historical Park<\/a>, Clara Barton National Historic Site<\/a>, and Glen Echo Park<\/a>. Enjoy the springtime magic of the Wings of Fancy event at Brookside Gardens<\/a> or a cozy fall camping trip at Little Bennett Campground<\/a>. You can even live like a lockkeeper in a restored Canal Quarters Lockhouse<\/a>. Don\u2019t miss the Agricultural Reserve<\/a>, where rural charm awaits year-round.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Thrill Seekers Unite<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For those craving adventure, head to the Adventure Park at Sandy Spring<\/a> or Go Ape Treetop Adventure Park in Rock Creek Regional Park. Sports fans can hit the fields at Maryland SoccerPlex<\/a>, while indoor skydiving at iFly promises a rush. With over 400 parks, you\u2019ll have endless options for hiking and exploring native plants and animals.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Seasonal Festivities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Celebrate the seasons at Butler’s Orchard<\/a>, where spring hayrides and the fall Pumpkin Festival are family favorites. Enjoy dazzling light displays at Brookside Gardens’<\/a> Garden of Lights and Seneca Creek State Park’s Winter Lights. Montgomery County\u2019s cultural events and festivals offer endless opportunities to connect and celebrate our community’s diversity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Family Fun Hotspots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Take a whimsical carousel ride at rio<\/a> in Gaithersburg, or enjoy the historic Dentzel Carousel at Glen Echo Park<\/a>. Cabin John Park and Wheaton Regional Park are perfect for play, with playgrounds, miniature trains, and more. Dive into the Chesapeake Bay at Glen Echo Aquarium for an up-close look at aquatic life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Indoor Adventures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Explore history with a streetcar ride at the National Capital Trolley Museum<\/a> or glide on ice at the Wheaton Ice Rink<\/a>. The National Museum of Health and Medicine<\/a> offers a fascinating dive into Civil War medicine. Ignite your child\u2019s imagination at the KID Museum<\/a> in Bethesda or the Rockville Science Center<\/a>. Cool off at the new Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center<\/a>, which is ideal for a splashy afternoon.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Golf Galore<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Nine public golf courses in Montgomery County are a paradise for golf lovers. Topgolf<\/a> in Germantown and the Topgolf Swing Suite<\/a> at Marriott Bethesda North<\/a> offer lively atmospheres and fun. Mini golf at Bohrer Park<\/a> at Summit Hall Farm or the South Germantown Mini Golf & SplashPark is perfect for a family outing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Brewery Breaks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Montgomery County\u2019s family-friendly breweries offer a relaxing break. Parents can savor handcrafted brews at Lone Oak Brewing Company<\/a> while kids enjoy play areas and kid-friendly food. At Waredaca Brewing Company<\/a>, the whole family can admire horses grazing nearby. These breweries blend great drinks with inclusive spaces, making them fun for all ages.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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