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6 events to bring the whole family to this weekend

Get in some family bonding with a drive-in movie, nature hike or superhero brunch.

By Michele Kettner March 3, 2021 at 1:01 pm

Kick off the month of March with some family fun. Whether you want to take in the warming weather with a hike or take in a new movie at the drive-in, your family will love attending one of these six events this weekend.

Little Dragons Intro Class

Friday, 10:30-11 a.m.
If your little one is interested in karate, head over to Empowers Martial Arts. This Mommy and Me/Daddy and Me class will teach the basics of the sport while keeping your kids engaged. This class is geared for kids ages 18 months to 5. // 15 Catoctin Circle NE, Leesburg; free

Nature Explorers: Metamorphosis

Friday, 11-11:45 a.m.
Add a special science lesson to your child’s virtual schooling with a class on metamorphosis. Students will enjoy a live virtual lesson and different activities that can be done from home. Materials will be provided.  // free

Kids Local Winter Craft Fair

Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Let your kids show off their creativity at the kids craft fair. Hosted and run by kids, the craft fair allows children to make and sell their own crafts while learning about economics. // 3533 Sixth St. S., Arlington; free admission

Family Woodcock Walk

Saturday, 5:30 p.m.
Enjoy an early spring walk through nature with the family. Wander the trails as you listen for the male woodcocks and see their courtship display in person. Guests are asked to bring a flashlight. // Huntley Meadows Park: 3701 Lockheed Blvd., Alexandria; $9

Superheores Brunch with Spider-Man and Wonder Woman

Sunday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
It’s not a bird or a plane, it’s Spider-Man and Wonder Woman. Bring your kids to Madigan’s Waterfront to meet the heroes and play some fun games and activities. Parents and children will be served pancakes, bacon and scrambled eggs. // Madigan’s Waterfront: 201 Mill St., Occoquan; $28

Drive-In: Raya and the Last Dragon

Through Sunday, times vary
Disney’s newest hit, Raya and the Last Dragon is heading to the drive-in. Pack the family in the car and enter the fantasy world of Kumandra. An evil force has entered the world and Raya must track down the last dragon to restore the world back to normal. // Alamo Drafthouse: 20575 Easthampton Plaza, Ashburn; $40

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Michele Kettner

Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.

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