Family Shows in Washington DC

Family-friendly theatre, circus shows, magic performances, and live entertainment in Washington DC.

Updated: August 21, 2026
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Washington DC hosts 132 upcoming family shows, including children's theatre, circus performances, magic shows, and puppetry, with tickets starting from $19 and averaging $102, across venues throughout Washington DC, DC. Next up: August 22, 2026 at Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II. Schedules updated as of August 21, 2026.

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Upcoming Shows
Aug 22
Next Show
$19
Lowest Price
$102
Average Price
Next Family Show:
Circus Vazquez
Aug 22 · 1:00 PM · Tysons Corner, VA
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Family Shows Schedule 2026

Upcoming family performances updated daily.
Upcoming Family Shows: 132
  • Aug
    22
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $102Tickets Available: 218
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  • Aug
    22
    2026
    4:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $103Tickets Available: 217
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  • Aug
    22
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $102Tickets Available: 223
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  • Aug
    23
    2026
    11:00 AM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $56Avg. price ~ $115Tickets Available: 198
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  • Aug
    23
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $102Tickets Available: 220
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  • Aug
    23
    2026
    5:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $110Tickets Available: 228
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  • Aug
    26
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $142Tickets Available: 280
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  • Aug
    27
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $143Tickets Available: 278
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  • Aug
    28
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $138Tickets Available: 302
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  • Aug
    29
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $129Tickets Available: 313
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  • Aug
    29
    2026
    4:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $19Avg. price ~ $129Tickets Available: 310
    View Tickets
  • Aug
    29
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $20Avg. price ~ $90Tickets Available: 82
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  • Aug
    30
    2026
    11:00 AM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $46Avg. price ~ $175Tickets Available: 170
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  • Aug
    30
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $20Avg. price ~ $157Tickets Available: 212
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  • Aug
    30
    2026
    5:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    Best Value
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
    location22102, 8025 Galleria Dr  Tysons Corner, VAlocation22102, 8025 Galleria Dr Tysons Corner, VA, US
    From $20Avg. price ~ $157Tickets Available: 214
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  • Sep
    04
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Circus Vazquez
    Capital Plaza Mall
    Capital Plaza Mall
    location20784, 6200 Annapolis Road  Hyattsville, MDlocation20784, 6200 Annapolis Road Hyattsville, MD, US
    From $54Avg. price ~ $121Tickets Available: 186
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  • Sep
    05
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Capital Plaza Mall
    Capital Plaza Mall
    location20784, 6200 Annapolis Road  Hyattsville, MDlocation20784, 6200 Annapolis Road Hyattsville, MD, US
    From $54Avg. price ~ $121Tickets Available: 186
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  • Sep
    05
    2026
    4:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Capital Plaza Mall
    Capital Plaza Mall
    location20784, 6200 Annapolis Road  Hyattsville, MDlocation20784, 6200 Annapolis Road Hyattsville, MD, US
    From $54Avg. price ~ $121Tickets Available: 186
    View Tickets
  • Sep
    05
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Capital Plaza Mall
    Capital Plaza Mall
    location20784, 6200 Annapolis Road  Hyattsville, MDlocation20784, 6200 Annapolis Road Hyattsville, MD, US
    From $54Avg. price ~ $121Tickets Available: 186
    View Tickets
  • Sep
    06
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Capital Plaza Mall
    Capital Plaza Mall
    location20784, 6200 Annapolis Road  Hyattsville, MDlocation20784, 6200 Annapolis Road Hyattsville, MD, US
    From $54Avg. price ~ $121Tickets Available: 186
    View Tickets
  • Sep
    06
    2026
    4:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Capital Plaza Mall
    Capital Plaza Mall
    location20784, 6200 Annapolis Road  Hyattsville, MDlocation20784, 6200 Annapolis Road Hyattsville, MD, US
    From $54Avg. price ~ $121Tickets Available: 186
    View Tickets
  • Sep
    06
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Circus Vazquez
    Capital Plaza Mall
    Capital Plaza Mall
    location20784, 6200 Annapolis Road  Hyattsville, MDlocation20784, 6200 Annapolis Road Hyattsville, MD, US
    From $54Avg. price ~ $121Tickets Available: 186
    View Tickets
  • Sep
    07
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Mon
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Circus Vazquez
    Capital Plaza Mall
    Capital Plaza Mall
    location20784, 6200 Annapolis Road  Hyattsville, MDlocation20784, 6200 Annapolis Road Hyattsville, MD, US
    From $54Avg. price ~ $121Tickets Available: 186
    View Tickets
  • Sep
    08
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Circus Vazquez
    Capital Plaza Mall
    Capital Plaza Mall
    location20784, 6200 Annapolis Road  Hyattsville, MDlocation20784, 6200 Annapolis Road Hyattsville, MD, US
    From $54Avg. price ~ $121Tickets Available: 186
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Featured Shows for Kids

Popular family performances and live entertainment.

Browse upcoming family-friendly productions, children's theatre performances, touring shows, educational entertainment, and seasonal events.

Family Shows by Category

Explore family entertainment for children and all ages.

🎭 Children's Theatre
Live stage productions designed for young audiences.
🎪 Circus Shows
Acrobatic performances, family spectacles, and touring productions.
✨ Magic Shows
Illusions, family entertainment, and interactive performances.
🎄 Holiday Shows
Seasonal productions and family celebrations.
🧸 Character Shows
Popular children's characters and family productions.
🎵 Musical Productions
Family musicals and musical theatre performances.
🎨 Educational Shows
Interactive performances combining learning and entertainment.
🎭 Touring Productions
National and international family entertainment events.

Family-Friendly Venues

Theatres and venues hosting family performances.
Birchmere Music Hall
Alexandria, VA
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 3
Next Show: Dec 12, 2026
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Capital One Hall
Tysons Corner, VA
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Nov 27, 2026
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Capital Plaza Mall
Hyattsville, MD
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 19
Next Show: Sep 04, 2026
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Lincoln Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Nov 25, 2026
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The Theater at MGM National Harbor
Oxon Hill, MD
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 1
Next Show: Nov 22, 2026
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Under The Big Top - Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
Tysons Corner, VA
Family-Friendly Venue
Upcoming Family Shows: 15
Next Show: Aug 22, 2026
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Warner Theatre - DC
Washington, DC
Theatre
Upcoming Family Shows: 2
Next Show: Oct 13, 2026
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About Family Shows

Live entertainment for children and families.

Family shows include children's theatre, circus performances, magic acts, touring productions, seasonal events, musicals, educational performances, and live entertainment designed for children, parents, and multi-generational audiences.

Family Shows Overview

Family entertainment at a glance.

Category Examples
Children's Theatre Stage productions for young audiences
Circus Shows Acrobatic and touring family productions
Magic Shows Illusion and interactive performances
Family Musicals Musical theatre and family productions
Holiday Shows Seasonal and festive performances
Character Shows Children's entertainment productions
Educational Shows Learning-focused live entertainment
Touring Productions National and international touring shows

Family Shows FAQ

Answers to common questions about family shows, venues, tickets, and schedules.

What types of family shows are available in Washington DC?

Family shows may include children's theatre, circus performances, magic shows, family musicals, educational productions, and seasonal events.

Are family shows suitable for all ages?

Many family shows are designed for children and parents, though age recommendations may vary by production.

Where are family shows performed in Washington DC?

Family shows are commonly presented at theatres, performing arts centers, arenas, convention centers, and entertainment venues.

Can I find family shows during school holidays?

Yes. Many venues schedule special family performances during holidays, weekends, and school breaks.

Are tickets required for family shows?

Most family performances require tickets, although some community and seasonal events may offer free admission.

How can I find upcoming family shows?

Browse the schedule by date, venue, category, or month to discover upcoming family entertainment.

Do touring family productions visit Washington DC?

Many national and international family productions regularly tour major cities and regional venues.

How often is the family shows schedule updated?

Show schedules, venue information, and ticket availability are updated regularly throughout the year.