Valentines Day is in just a few days, so I wanted to point out some resources for Valentines Day weekend. There are a bunch of creative ways to spend the holiday no mater what your budget or interest is. Here’s a look at some things going on in Southern Maryland that you wont want to miss. You can find these events and more on The Playful Parents community calendar that is always updated, diverse and full of family friendly fun!
#1 TAKE THE NIGHT OFF WITH ONE OF THESE DROP OFF EVENTS
Dating may sound like the selfish options at first to some people. However, making time to date your spouse is super important. In fact a recent study showed that married couples who go on dates showed improvements in their relations commitment, communication, parenthood stability, and over all happiness. To read more information about this study please visit this link. Date night isn’t always easy to come though; especially if you don’t have relatives in town or a trustworthy babysitter on speed dial. Here are some local reliable and fun businesses that offer a option for parents night out the weekend of Valentines Day.
KIDS NIGHT AT ELITE GYM
Date: February 16, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Elite Gym- 2745 Old Washington Rd. Waldorf, MD 20602
Details: Wouldn’t you like to enjoy a quiet night out while your children have
a ball bouncing at Elite? Well here is your chance! Our fun filled nights
will include gymnastics, games, and refreshments! Each child will get 2
pieces of pizza, a juice box, and a snack. Pre-registration is required.
Event Type: Kids Night
Age Group: Age 5-14
Cost: Resident Fee $15; Non Resident: $17
SWEETARTS SPECIAL EVENT AT MY GYM
Date: February 16, 2019
Time: 6:15 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: My Gym- Waldorf, MD 20603
Details: Parents’ Night Out is Here! Drop your kids off for hours of non-stop fun at My Gym Waldorf. Fun themed Activities includes: Valentine arts-n-crafts, Gymnastics & Tumbling, Games, Plus Movie & Pizza and what’s a Valentine party without a little sweetness: Cupcake Decorating!
Age Group: Ages 3yrs 6mos – 10yrs (Must be Potty Trained)
Cost: Pricing for Non-Lifetime Members $34/Lifetime Member Discount – $29- (Sibling Discount Available)
KIDS NITE OUT- WALDORF CULTURE CENTER
Date: Saturday February 16, 2019
Time: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Location: Waldorf Culture Center 109 Post Office Road
Details: The Waldorf Culture and B&B Funhouse are teaming up for a fun filled night for little ones.
Event Type: Kids Night
Age Group: 5- 13
Cost: $25
BE OUR VALENTINE – PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Date: Saturday February 16, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Unique Gym- Post Office Rd. Waldorf, MD 20602
Details: Drop the kids off for Food, fun and games.
Event Type: Parents Night Out
Age Group: 4-13
Cost: $15 Per Child
#2 SPEND THE NIGHT UNDER THE STARS
NIGHT UNDER THE STARS
Date: February 14, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM – 9 :00 PM
Location: James E Richmond Science Center- Piney Church Rd. Waldorf, MD 200603
Details: Bring your date to the Science Center for a Night Under the Stars. The evening will include time for chocolates and a bubbly beverage, a themed planetarium show, and of course appropriate music. Admission includes: Valentine’s Day Planetarium Sky Show
Bubbly Beverage for Two (non-alcoholic), Valentine’s Day Chocolate for Two and Science On a Sphere. Chocolate and Bubbly: 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Planetarium Show: 7:15 – 8 p.m.
Couples ages 16+ only
Cost: $10 per couple/Members: $5 per couple/CCPS Staff (with ID): $5 per couple
#3 TIME WITH YOUR LITTLE CUTIE PIE AT SKY ZONE
VALENTINES DAY TODDLER JUMP
Date: February 14, 2019
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Sky Zone Trampoline Park, Crain Highway, White Plains, MD
Details: We will have special goody bags for our Toddler’s at Toddler Time. Wear red, pink or something Valentine for a FREE kids meal to one of our local Lunch time sponsors. FLY HIGH VALENTINE
Event Type: Parent/child
Age Group: Walking to 5 years old
Registration: Walk-in welcome!
Cost: $10 Toddler, $8 Additional Toddler, $7 Parent
Event Link
#4 GO SEE A SHOW
COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND – CHILDREN’S THEATER
Show: African American Folk Tales: The Tail of Br’er Rabbit
Dates: February 14-16, 2019
- Thursday, February 14 | 7 p.m. La Plata Campus
- Friday, February 15 | 7 p.m. La Plata Campus
- Saturday, February 16 | 2 and 7 p.m. La Plata Campus
Prices: $7 General Admission/$5 Student, Senior & Military
DISNEY ON ICE WORLD OF ENCHANTMENT- DC
Location: Capital One Arena, 601 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Show Times:
· February 14, 2019 @ 7:30 p.m.
· February 15, 2019 @ 10:30 a.m., 7:30 p.m.
· February 16, 2019 @ 10:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.
· February 17, 2019 @ 12:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.
· February 18, 2019 @ 12:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.
Price: Tickets start at $20.
To order tickets by phone: (800) 745-3000
To order tickets online: www.ticketmaster.com
- Wednesdays at 11am & 7pm
- Thursdays at 11am & 7pm
- Fridays at 11am & 7pm
- Saturdays at 11am, 3pm & 7pm
- Sundays at 12pm & 4pm
Location: National Harbor
#5 DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY
SWEETHEARTS PRE-SCHOOL PROM
Date: February 15, 2019
Time: 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Location: Charles County Parks & Recreation Center- Somers Middle School
Details: Join us for a night to remember! Begin your night with red carpet photos taken by our staff, followed by an evening of dancing, games, and light refreshments. Cap off the night with the always popular Sweet Heart’s Prom Parade. All children must be accompanied by a loved one.Event Type: Family
Age Group: Age 2-6
Cost: Resident Fee: $15 • Non-Resident Fee: $17 • Drop-In: $20
#6 MAKE SOMETHING TOGETHER
Michael’s Kids Club- February Schedule
Dates: February 16, 2019
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Michael’s Craft Store
Details: Make a Craft at these awesome workshops every Saturday. This weeks theme is Flower Power
Event Type: Craft Club
Age Group: Ages 4 and up
Cost: $2
Registration: Walk-in or Register Online
MICHAELS SCHEDULE LINK
FAMILY FRIENDLY CUPCAKE AND CRAFT
Date: February 16, 2019
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: AR Workshop- Charles St. La Plata, MD 20646
Details: Join AR for a festive, family friendly Cupcakes & Crafts Party at the workshop! Join us and make any of our NEW Free Standing Mini Block Signs (Totally kid friendly!) Choose from multiple designs for boys and girls. Click the link to see all the design options!
Cost: Create one block for $14 or two for $25! REGISTRATION REQUIRED to guarantee your spot!
#6 GET IN THE ACTION
ROLLER DERBY
Date: February 16, 2019
Time: Doors open at 5:00 PM / First Whistle 6:00 PM
Location: Charles County Fair Grounds
Details: Come out to see the 301 Derby Dames take on the Free State Roller Derby’s
Cost: $12 Adult/ $5 Kids/ 5 and under FREE
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