Happy November! Here in the DC area, we really can’t tell what season it is. One day it’s 60 degrees and the next 3 days it’s 72! Either way, we’re happy that we’ve been able to enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities over the past few weeks! November is going to be full of events so check out the calendar daily for things to do. Here are some of our picks for free events happening this month.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Chick-fil-A – La Plata
Nov 4
Special pajama dinner where children can bring stuffed animals and leave them overnight for a special sleepover!

Maryland STEM Festival
Nov 4-13
A host of STEM events happenings across Maryland. The Maryland STEM Festival provides inspirational, educational, and accessible programming in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) throughout Maryland.

Toddler Happy Hour Swim
Lackey Pool – Indian Head
Nov 5
Free swimming for kids up to age 5.

Veterans Day Parade – La Plata
La Plata Town Hall
Nov 6
Old fashion parade honoring those who served in the armed forces.

Pay What You Want Day
National Aquarium – Baltimore
Nov 6
Guests may choose their admission price to access the National Aquarium.

Full STEM Ahead
Riversdale House Museum – Riverdale
Nov 6 & Nov 10
Learn about the arts and sciences 19th century-style with hands-on activities.

Breakfast with Santa
LakeForest Mall
Nov 12
Breakfast With Santa event, featuring holiday music by Peter McCory and a special holiday-themed “Zoo In My Room” puppet show.

National Harbor Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 13
Live music, card-making for troops, street performers, Santa appearances, fireworks.

Harbor Holiday Movies
Nov 19 & 26
National Harbor
Showing of a variety of holiday movies.

Christmas on the Square
Leonardtown Square – Leonardtown
Nov 24
Holiday festivities, music, entertainment, sleigh rides, live nativity, and Santa’s arrival.

17th Annual Gingerbread House Show and Contest
Darnell’s Chance Museum – Upper Marlboro
Nov 25 – Dec 11
View an amazing display of edible gingerbread houses.

Zoolights
National Zoo – Washington, DC
Nov. 25-Jan. 1
ZooLights includes live music performances, tasty winter treats, and plenty of opportunities for holiday shopping.

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If you know of any events to add, please comment below, add them to the events page or email [email protected]!

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