Looking for fun ways to keep the kids entertained without venturing too far? We’ve rounded up the best things to do with kids right here in Falls Church, Vienna, and McLean — broken down by age group to make planning easy. Whether you’ve got a stroller crew, curious tweens, or a whole mix of ages, there’s something nearby for everyone.
🍼 Toddlers & Preschoolers (Ages 0–4)
Gentle, sensory-rich, and hands-on play.
- Enjoy bouncy castle at Shipgarten
- Hike and check waterfall at Scott’s Run Nature Preserve
- Climb and crawl at Tysons Corner indoor playground
- Explore the carousel and swings at Clemyjontri Park
- Play with trains at Vienna Train Station
- Visit the kids garden at Green Spring Gardens
- Splash pads!
- Make giant bubbles at home
- Picnic while enjoying Free Outdoor Concers all summer long
- Feed ducks at Burke Lake
- Backyard Creative and Sensory Play
- Visit Farmers Markets
- Check 😎Free & Fun Things to Do with Kids This Summer in McLean-Vienna-Falls Church😎🍦
- Enjoy Storytime at libraries
- Try 5 ways to enjoy ice cream
- Have fun with watermelon
- Easy Rainbow Activities
🧒 Little Kids (Ages 5–8)
Creative, energetic, and curious learners.
- Cool off at Splash pads(Check 😎Free & Fun Things to Do with Kids This Summer in McLean-Vienna-Falls Church😎🍦 for the list)
- Steam at home (🥼Ultimate Guide to Science Articles for Kids🥼)
- Hike the Scott’s Run Nature Preserve
- Backyard Activities
- Explore nature and run at parks
- Attend lego fun/scavenger hunt at libraries
- Attend kids’ building workshops at Home Depot
- 36 Kid-Friendly Summer Life Hacks
- Get chores done!(7 Fun Cleaning Games for Kids: Make Chores Feel Like Playtime)
- Have some Garden time
- Try mini-golf at Monster Mini Golf (indoor glow-in-the-dark)
- Take swim lessons or splash at Rec Centers
- Try these no-bake recipes
- Take a short ride and enjoy road games
- Try bowling with family at bowlero
- Small Acts of Kindness just because💙
- Complete Summer Bucket List for Kids
- Try 5 ways to enjoy ice cream
- Enjoy Free Outdoor Concers all summer long
🧑🎓 Tweens (Ages 9–12)
Independent thinkers, love challenges and social outings.
- Attempt a kid-friendly escape room
- Attend STEM camps
- Learn history at National Museum of the U.S. Army
- Play laser tag at ShadowLand
- Have some Garden time
- Take art or music classes at Workhouse Arts Center
- Make slime at a local craft event
- Try this no bake receipe
- Try fishing at Burke Lake
- Small Acts of Kindness just because💙
- Join Fairfax County Park Authority nature programs
- Take a short ride and enjoy road trip games
- Play at a retro arcade or Dave & Buster’s
- Participate in a youth volunteer day
- Go thrifting for treasures (👗Best Thrift Stores, Consignment Shops, & Where to Donate around us👚)
- Plan a “yes day” using Macaroni KID event picks
- Subscribe to Macaroni KID Mclean-Vienna-Falls Churchfor updates ✨
🧑🎤 Teens (Ages 13+)
Social, adventurous, and into experiences.
- Complete Ice cream Bingo
- Watch indie films at Angelika Film Center
- Watch movies at Paragon theater
- Take a photography walk at Scott’s Run Nature Preserve
- Try these Five Ways to Enjoy Screen-Free Week as a Family
- Visit Farmers Markets
- Hang out and do homework at local cafés
- Go on a food crawl in Eden Center
- Sip bubble tea at Kung Fu Tea or TeaDM
- Visit art exhibits at Workhouse Arts Center
- Attend seasonal fests (Oktoberfest, Viva Vienna, McLean Days, Falls Church festival)
- Laser Tag at Ultrazone Bailey's Crossroads
- Volunteer with Food for Others or shelter drives
- Cook for family using these receipes
- Hit the mall at Tysons Corner Center/Tysons Galleria
- Do a cultural scavenger hunt at Mosaic District
- Visit thrift & vintage markets (👗Best Thrift Stores, Consignment Shops, & Where to Donate around us👚)
- Do ziplining
- Plan a "day in DC" via Metro
- Check our event calendar and make plans!
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