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With the kids in Washington

Family-friendly events and things to do in Washington this week.

2 picks · 1 free · updated 14 October

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Boo at the ZooFri 16 October, 5pm · Smithsonian's National Zoo · From $35FreeThe Big BuildSat 17 October, 10am · National Building Museum
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Family in Washington, answered

What are the best family picks in Washington?

Right now: Boo at the Zoo and The Big Build. The list is refreshed several times a day from FreeGuides' own research and booking partners.

Are any of them free?

Yes: The Big Build.

Can I plan a day around these?

Yes. Open What's On Washington and use Plan my day: it builds a day from these and everything else on in Washington, with a link to book each one. Ask Eli, FreeGuides' trip planner, to plan several days.