For additional information about any of these events, please contact Center at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711.
Puppet Festival
Spring Fest
5th and 6th Grader Parties
Spring Break Camp
5th - 9th Grader Trips
In addition to the children's events listed above, MCC's Alden Theatre sponsors performances for children and families.
Puppet Festival
Saturday, Jan. 28, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
SOLD OUT
Spring Fest
Saturday, April 7, 10 a.m.-noon
$5 per person; children 36 months and younger admitted free. Registration is required for all participants. Walk-ins will not be admitted.
Activity No. 4501.312 Please register at www.mcleancenter.org
For ages 3-8. Spring Fest is a special event that includes self-guided arts and crafts projects, entertainment and the opportunity for your children to get a professional photo with the Bunny. Please register early! Space is limited.
5th and 6th Grader Parties
Parties include music, dancing, games, snacks, and more! 5th and 6th grader parties sell out early. Advance registration is required. Walk-ins will not be admitted.
The Snow Ball---SOLD OUT, No waiting list; No volunteers needed
Friday, Jan. 13, 7-9 p.m.
$30/$20 district residents
Activity No: 4702.312
Island Sensations
Friday, March 23, 7-9 p.m.
$30/$20 district residents
Activity No: 4703.312
Cinco de Mayo
Friday, May 4, 7-9 p.m.
$30/$20 district residents
Activity No. 4704.312
Party Check-In: Check in at the door. Your name will be on a roster.
Party Check-Out: A parent/guardian (age 18 or older) must check children out of the party inside the Community Hall.
Party Volunteers: Parents/Guardians who wish to volunteer for parties must submit an email request to the registrar at registrar@mcleancenter.org. Please include your name, address, phone number, email addresses and child’s name. Volunteer hours are 6:15-9:15 p.m. Each parent/guardian volunteer receives one free admission for his or her 5th or 6th grader.
Spring Break Camp
Children enjoy supervised games, arts and crafts, activities, music and special events throughout the week. Children must bring a lunch and a drink each day and dress in comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. A morning snack is provided. Parents must fill out a Participant Form before the child can attend camp. Forms are available at the Old Firehouse Teen Center and online; for more information contact OFTC 703-448-8336. Camp will be held at a Fairfax County school in McLean.
Half-Day Option
For ages 4-6
$50 per day/$40 McLean district residents
8501.312 Monday, April 2 9 a.m.-Noon
8502.312 Tuesday, April 3 9 a.m.-Noon
8503.312 Wednesday, April 4 9 a.m.-Noon
8504.312 Thursday, April 5 9 a.m.-Noon
8505.312 Friday, April 6 9 a.m.-Noon
Full Day Option
For ages 5-9
$85 per day/$75 McLean district residents
8506.312 Monday, April 2 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
8507.312 Tuesday, April 3 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
8508.312 Wednesday, April 4 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
8509.312 Thursday, April 5 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
8510.312 Friday, April 6 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
5th -9th Grader FCPS School Break Trips
For 5th-9th graders; registration required.
During FCPS school breaks, 5th-9th graders can join the Old Firehouse Teen Center (OFTC) on fun-filled trips and Teacher Work Day Trips.
For more information contact OFTC 703-448-8336.
Monday, Jan. 30
Skiing at Massanutten
$125/$100 district residents
Activity No. 8303.312
Enjoy an exciting day of skiing in western VA. season pass.
Tuesday, Jan. 31
Dave & Busters, White Flint Mall
$45/$35 district residents
Activity No. 8304.312
Get your game face on and join us for some epic video game action
Spring Break Trips
Monday, April 2
Earth Treks
$50/$45 district residents
Activity No. 8305.312
Experience the best indoor rock climbing experience in Maryland as we travel to Earth Treks Climbing for an exhilarating
day and challenging fun. All participants must have an additional waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
Tuesday, April 3
Adventure Park USA
$50/$45 district residents
Activity No. 8306.312
Come join us as we make our voyage into the Wild West with Adventure Park USA. It will be an amazing day of
rides, games and other fun activities. All rides and games are included in the cost of this trip. Participants
should bring money for lunch, extra snacks and arcade games. No outside food is allowed inside Adventure
Park USA.
Wednesday, April 4
Washington Redskins/Fed Ex Field Stadium Tour
$45/$40 district residents
Activity No. 8307.312
Stare out onto the green grass and run out of the tunnel at Fed Ex Field just like your favorite football player
when the Old Firehouse visits the home of the Washington Redskins!
Thursday, April 5
White Oak Duckpin Lanes
$20/$15 district residents
Activity No. 8308.312
Join us and experience the thrill of duckpin bowling at White Oak Lanes. Along with bowling, immerse yourself
in their heart-pounding music of the 80s, 90s and today, while disco lights illuminate the alley. Package includes
bowling, shoes, pizza and soda. Bring extra money for the arcade and/or extra snacks.
Friday, April 6
Rebounderz Sterling
$20/$15 district residents
Activity No. 8309.312
Strap on your helmet and tighten your shoes! Rebounderz Sterling is a one-of-a-kind, fun, safe and unique indoor trampoline facility in the area. Package includes two hours for indoor trampoline use, helmets, pizza and soda/water. Participants should bring extra money for the arcade and/or extra snacks.