Maryland Family Events

November 20 – 22

Event happenings for Young Children in Calvert County, Charles County,  St. Mary’s County and Southern Prince George’s County!

We’ve made it through another week!! The hustle and bustle of the work/school week can be rough but now we put those things aside and bust into fun mode!! This weekend kicks off ICE! at the Gaylord National Harbor and I’m sure it’ll be a real treat (discount tickets). Don’t forget to check out the calendar for more events. Enjoy Your Weekend!
Disclosure: Always check the event website for changes before heading out!

Little Jumpers – Waldorf
Pump it Up
November 20; 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
$5.50
This special open jump is for our guests aged 1-6 years old only. If you’re worried about older kids running around the smaller ones, this is the perfect time for your little jumpers.There is a designated toddler area is for 1yrs-3yrs only. 2 yrs-6yrs are allowed to jump on the inflatables.

Totsicles – Waldorf
Capital Clubhouse
November 20; 10:30 – 11:30 am
Price is $7/ child. No charge for adults
Explore the ice in shoes or skates as children ages 2-5 take their first steps on the ice (with adult). The ice arena is set up with games and activities for self guided fun designed to enhance motor skill development as well as develop comfort with the frozen element. After the ice time participants enjoy a cup of hot cocoa while listening to a story read aloud in our warm lobby.

Preschool Prep – Waldorf
My Gym
November 20; 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
$25-$30
Preschool Prep is a (drop off) new program for the little ones that are just about ready to enter school! Children ages 2 1/2 – 5 can explore with physical activity, crafts, learn colors and numbers in foreign language, STEM, and all around fun! The Program focuses on imparting to children the skills needed to excel in preschool and beyond. Held every Friday!

Tysons Corner Tree Lighting Event – Tysons Corner Center
November 20; 6:30-7:30pm
Tysons Corner Center will host their 2nd annual tree lighting ceremony on The Plaza emceed by Alison Victoria of HGTV’s Kitchen Crashers and an intimate holiday concert by American Idol’s, Elliot Yamin from 6:30-7:30pm . Pre-concert, Alison and Elliot will flip the switch on the 51 foot tree, lighting it up for the remainder of the holiday season. Stay till the end of the show to see Santa Claus make an appearance after the concert with a very special entrance featuring some of his favorite reindeer.

Target $2 Family Fun Night– Baltimore
Port Discovery
November 20, 2015; 4:00 – 8:00 pm
Join Port Discovery 3rd Friday of every month for Target $2 Family Fun Night from 4pm until 8pm. Activities include:Create & Read, Bike Rodeo and Safety Demonstration, Family crafts and Circle Time.

Half-Price Friday Nights at the National Aquarium – Baltimore
November 20, 2015; 05:00 – 9:30 pm
Friday is your night! Get access to the National Aquarium’s exhibits for half the price! Half-Price Friday Nights runs year-round, allowing families to spend any (or every) Friday evening after 5 pm with our 20,000-plus animal residents.

Barnes and Noble Storytime

All Barnes and Noble Locations
11:00 am
Bring the kiddies out for storytime at Barnes and Noble. In celebration of Thanksgiving, this week’s storytime feature The Little Kids’ Table

Kids Pirate Yoga -Waldorf
The Studio Cooperative
November 21; 11:00am – 12pm
$15 Drop In
Arrgh Matey…. Join The Studio Cooperative for Ye’ Old good time on the seven sea’s! Lil’ mates ages 3-6 years will explore yoga and activities to keep their Monkey Minds healthy and active! Little pirates will be able to guide their own ship and crew, look for lost treasure on a treasure map and even walk the plank! Costumes are encouraged. Please come dressed as your favorite superhero!

ICE! featuring Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town: Gaylord National’s Christmas on the Potomac
Gaylord National Harbor
November 21, 2015 – January 3, 2016
Cost Varies; 2 and under – FREE (Get discounted tickets here!)
Learn how Santa Claus started giving toys to good girls and boys in the retelling of the classic television special, Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town, celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. ICE! is an indoor winter wonderland featuring:Walk-through holiday attraction, kept at a chilly 9 degrees, Two million pounds of hand-carved ice sculptures, Five ice slides, 7 individual rooms depicting the story of Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town and The Frostbite Factory – a live carving zone!

Calvert Library – Children’s MakerSpace – Solomons
 Calvert Library Southern Branch
November 21; 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Come join our “Maker’s Space” for children at Southern and see what you can build. We will supply a large amount of Legos, including some Lego Duplos. Activities will also include craft stations.

SANTA’S LEGO BLOCK PARTY Weekend
B&O Railroad Museum
Saturday, Nov. 21 & Sunday, Nov. 22
$18 for Adults, $16 for Seniors (60+), $12 for children (2-12)
Santa arrives by historic pump car into the Roundhouse at 10:30 am to kick off the holiday season. Mrs. Claus joins the celebration too! Train Rides with Santa on Saturday at 11:00am & 1pm and Sunday at 1pm. LEGO Movie Time at the Kids Zone.  B&O LEGO Zone where kids can build their own LEGO creations.

Special Event

Feast for the People