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Six Flags America opens on March 27 for the 2010 season! (The Water Park opens Memorial Day weekend). If you like roller coasters, Six Flags offers a full day of fun with more than 100 rides and it's an easy drive just 30 minutes from downtown Washington DC. On tap this season are new games and attractions such as a Rock Wall, Quarterback Challenge, and the return of the High Striker. "Bone's Chicken and Waffles," a new restaurant, and brand-new shows including the Treasure of Pirate Cove stunt show and kid-friendly Looney Tunes Dance Off featuring Bugs Bunny and other favorite Looney Tunes characters. The amusement park celebrates the return of warmer weather, opening every day for Spring Break through April 5.
The Smithsonian Kite Festival is an annual event that is traditionally a part of the festivities at the National Cherry Blossom Festival on the National Mall in Washington, DC. This year on March 27, 2010, kite enthusiasts will show off their stunt skills and compete for awards in over 36 categories including aerodynamics, beauty, box, and funniest. Don't miss this great family fun event!
Oatlands Historic House and Gardens in Leesburg, Virginia will officially open for the spring season on March 22, 2010. To celebrate its 2010 season, Oatlands has invited local bluegrass sensation The Polka Dots to play during a special pre-opening reception on Sunday, March 21. Tours will be conducted on the half-hour from 1-4 p.m. The pre-opening Tunes & Tours are $10 for adults, $7 for children 6-16, and $3 for children under 6. Other special events taking place at Oatlands include Four Season Teas, the Loudoun Hunt Point-to-Point, Jazz & Juleps, Four Seasons of Oatlands Art Show & Sale, The Middleburg All Breed Dog Show, and Christmas at Oatlands tours. Read more about Oatlands.
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