FREE Maryland Events
March 23-25

The snow has come and gone, thanks Mother Nature. With so many free events going on, seems like the weather will be just right to get out of the house have ice cream, participate in easter egg hunts and even check out the festivities during the Cherry Blossom Festival.  As always, check the event host site for any updates!

Target Hatchimals Easter Scavenger Hunt
March 24
Target Stores
Decorator a basket, giveaways, a photo-op, be the first to see an exclusive Hatchimals webisode and more.

Charles County

Free Sweet Frog for a Sweet Semester!
Sweet Frog – Shops at Waldorf Center
March 23; 3pm- 5pm
Free froyo, pictures with mascots, coloring activities, games, and prizes.

Prince George’s County

Brunch with Bunny
March 24; 11am – 1pm
FREE
College Park Community Center
Complimentary brunch, be entertained by local performers and create fun arts and crafts while you wait for the Bunny to hop in! No reservations.

Spring Egg Hunt
March 24; 10am – 12pm
4912 Nantucket Rd, College Park
It’s the City of College Park’s Annual Spring Egg Hunt! Face painting, games, prizes, arts and crafts, meet the Bunny and more!

Annual Children’s Easter Party
March 24; 1pm – 3pm
American Legion Laurel Post 60
Easter Crafts, Indoor Games and Prizes! Meet & Take Pictures with the Easter Bunny.

Eggstravaganza
March 24; 1pm
Granville Gude Park – Laurel
Bring a basket and hunt for easter eggs. Arrive early, egg hunts only last as long as the eggs are on the ground. Co-sponsored by the Laurel Lions Club. Ages up to 12.

Bird of Prey Day
March 24; 12pm – 3pm
Watkins Nature Center
Meet live birds up close – Falcons, hawks, owls & more! Learn about Falconry, Banding, Conservation, and Rehabilitation. Puppet shows and crafts.

Baysox Free Family FunFest
Baysox Field – Bowie
March 24; 10am – 1:30pm
The Baysox 19th Annual FREE Family Funfest is the unofficial kickoff of the Bowie Baysox Season! Enjoy rides, games, prizes, appearances by Mickey Mouse, the Oriole Bird, Louie, Rocko, interactive exhibits from Baysox partners and more.

Montgomery County

2018 Spring Eye Spy Trains
March 24 through April 2 and weekends in April; 10am – 6pm
Cabin John Regional Park and Wheaton Regional Park
Can you find all the characters hidden along the tracks? Be the first to enjoy Cabin John Train’s five NEW custom-made coach cars. Admission: $4.

St. Mary’s County

Maryland Day
March 24; 10am – 4pm
Historic St. Mary’s City
Celebrate Maryland’s 384th anniversary with ceremony, pageantry, speeches, and free admission to living history and museum exhibits.

Washington, DC

DC Baby Show 2018
March 24; 10am – 5pm
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
New and expectant parents expect to have fun, be informed, and participate in family-friendly day of shopping, learning, and bonding. Register for FREE by using promo code FBSHOWFREE.

Happy Nappy Storytelling and Kid’s Yoga
Sankofa Veido Books & Cafe
March 25; 2pm – 4pm
Kids ages 4-6 will strengthen their minds, bodies and imaginations at Happy Nappy Storytelling!

SAAM Cherry Blossom Celebration
Smithsonian American Art Museum
March 24; 11:30am – 3pm
A taiko drumming performance kicks off the day, followed by Japanese music and dance performances, face painting, and cherry-blossom themed crafts. Make your own tatebanko (a Japanese paper diorama) with our friends from the Smithsonian’s Freer|Sackler Asian art museums. Take a scavenger hunt to find spring themed artworks, and more!

Not Free But Worth a Mention

Opening Day at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
March 24; 10am – 10pm
Get a chance to  ride on the new virtual reality ride, Battle For Eire™—Action VR Ride. They have great deals and discounts on their site and don’t forget to get the FREE  Preschool Pass for kids ages 3-5.

DON’T FORGET ABOUT OUR GIVEAWAYS & DISCOUNTS

MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE! AGE OF HEROES
Royal Farms Arena
April 5 -8 (New Show Added, April 8)

DISNEY ON ICE
EagleBank Arena
April 12 -15
  Discount Offer: Tickets start at: $15. Get $6 off tickets using the code BLOG! 

BIG APPLE CIRCUS
National Harbor
March 8 – April 1
Spring Break Discount Offer: March 28-30 use code: BIGAPPLE to save $5 off discounted tickets

Events may be updated. Have a Great Weekend!