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🎭 Arts & Theater for Kids in Potomac, MD

5 children's theater, art studios, and performing arts rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Potomac

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AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center movie theater in Silver Spring, MD🎭 Theater
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4.8(1,126)$10 mi · Silver Spring

Step into a beautifully restored 1938 Art Deco gem that offers so much more than typical movie theater fare. The AFI Silver Theatre specializes in family-friendly classics, animated favorites, and special children's programming that introduces kids to the magic of cinema in a stunning historic setting with state-of-the-art projection and sound.

🕑 2-3 hours including the film, concessions, and exploring the lobby
VisArts childrens camp in Rockville, MD🎨 Museum
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4.6(192)$6 mi · Rockville

VisArts is a welcoming community art center in Rockville where creativity comes alive for the whole family. With hands-on workshops, engaging exhibitions, and family art classes designed for all skill levels, it's the perfect spot to nurture your child's artistic side while making memorable projects together.

🕑 1-2 hours for most workshops and classes; gallery browsing can take 30-45 minutes
State Theatre live music venue in Falls Church, VA🎭 Theater
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4.5(913)$10 mi · Falls Church

The historic State Theatre in downtown Falls Church brings quality live entertainment to families in an intimate, welcoming setting. This beautifully restored venue hosts a rotating calendar of family-friendly concerts, comedy shows, and special children's performances that introduce kids to the magic of live theater without the intimidation of larger venues.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours depending on the performance
The Boro Tysons corporate office in Tysons, VA🎮 Entertainment
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4.5(137)Free7 mi · Tysons

The Boro Tysons is a modern mixed-use destination that combines urban convenience with family-friendly amenities in the heart of Northern Virginia. With its inviting outdoor green spaces, seasonal splash pad, diverse dining options, and regular community events, it's become a go-to spot for local families looking for a one-stop destination where kids can play while parents shop, dine, or simply relax.

🕑 2-4 hours
🎭 Theater
$7 mi · Tysons

AMC Tysons Corner 16 offers families a premium moviegoing experience with plush reclining seats, crystal-clear IMAX screens, and the latest family-friendly releases. Located in the heart of Tysons Corner, this modern theater makes it easy to combine a movie with shopping or dining, and the spacious auditoriums mean kids have plenty of room to settle in comfortably for the show.

🕑 2.5-3 hours including pre-movie arrival time, previews, and the feature film

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