Mini Golf, Splash Parks: Things To Do This Summer With Children Around Falls Church

FALLS CHURCH, VA — With school out, parents may be looking for ways to keep their children entertained during the summer season.

Luckily, Falls Church is an area with abundant activities for families. From play spaces and water fun to mini golf and interactive performances, here are Patch's recommendations for fun with children around Falls Church.

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1. Scramble Falls Church

Cost: Varies by age

Location: 130 E Fairfax St., Falls Church, VA

This indoor playground lets kids have fun and burn off their energy. The facility accepts children from 5-month-olds to elementary-age children, and there's a café serving food for children and adults.

2. Cherry Hill Farmhouse

Cost: Free

Location: 312 Park Ave., Falls Church, VA

Cherry Hill Farmhouse, a 19th century historic property next to City Hall, offers tours, special events and educational programs. Open houses are held Saturdays from April through October from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Plus, check out the Farm to Farmhouse: Peach Marmalade event to sample the recipe and try making it at home.

3. Bowl America Falls Church

Cost: Varies by group size and activity

Location: 140 S Maple Ave., Falls Church, VA

Falls Church has its own bowling alley complete with food and drinks and arcade games. Lanes may be reserved, and birthday parties are available.

4. Upton Hill Regional Park

Cost: varies by activity

Location: Upton Hill Regional Park: 6060 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA

This NOVA Parks property has a variety of family activities. The Ocean Dunes Waterpark has a pool, dumping bucket, water slides, waterfalls and squirters. Other activities include a mini golf course, batting cage and Climb UPton high ropes course.

5. Splash Parks

Cost: Free

Location: Various locations around Fairfax and Arlington counties

Splash parks are an easy way to entertain kids while cooling off. Some options near Falls Church include Mosaic District (2905 District Avenue, Fairfax, VA), The Boro (Silver Hill Drive and Boro Drive, Tysons, VA), Hayes Park (1516 N. Lincoln St., Arlington, VA), Lyon Village Park (1800 N. Highland St., Arlington, VA) and Mosaic Park (544 N Pollard St., Arlington, VA).

6. Carnivals

Cost: Free admission with activities to purchase

Location: Various locations around Northern Virginia

Summer is the ideal season to enjoy carnival rides, food and more fun. First up is Frying Pan Farm Park's 4-H Fair and Carnival on Aug. 3. The Arlington County Fair will be held from Aug. 16 to 20, while One Loudoun's carnival in Ashburn is planned from Aug. 9 to 20, and Prince William County Fair is planned Aug. 11 to 19.

7. Wolf Trap's Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods

Cost: $12 and free under age 2

Location: Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts: 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA

This summer tradition involves shows geared toward children ages 4 and up. Shows will get children engaged with storytelling, music, dance and more. Shows are about an hour long and are held select days through Aug. 5.

8. Jefferson District Mini Golf Course

Cost: Varies by day, $7-$9

Location: 7900 Route 29/Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA

Enjoy this 18-hole mini golf course suitable for all ages. An event pavilion with picnic tables is also available to rent for events.

9. Perch Putt

Cost: $15 per person

Location: Perch Putt: 1805 Capital One Dr. Suite 1150, Tysons, VA

This 18-hole mini golf course is a fun option atop Capital One Hall on the 11th floor. In between mini golfing, let the kids enjoy the Perch's park and seasonal food trucks. Make a reservation to ensure you have a spot.