Family-Friendly Events in the Chesapeake This Weekend

From birdwatching to anti-Valentine's Day fun, there's something for everyone in the Chesapeake region.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

The Chesapeake region is offering a variety of family-friendly events this weekend, including a storytime and birdwatching activity, an anti-Valentine's Day movie night for teens, and a Valentine's Day-themed chocolate bingo event.

Why it matters

These events provide engaging and affordable activities for families and teens in the Chesapeake area, promoting community, learning, and entertainment during the winter months.

The details

The Great Backyard Bird Count Storytime at Lake Waterford Park on February 13th will feature a park ranger-led program centered around the annual bird counting event. The After Hours Anti Valentine's Teen Movie Night on February 13th at the Eastport-Annapolis Neck Community Library will offer cookie decorating and a screening of the film 'Warm Bodies' for teens aged 11-18. The Valentine's Day Chocolate Bingo event on February 14th at the Mountain Road Library will allow participants to win chocolate and other prizes.

  • The Great Backyard Bird Count Storytime will take place on February 13th from 2-3 p.m.
  • The After Hours Anti Valentine's Teen Movie Night will be held on February 13th from 6-8 p.m.
  • The Valentine's Day Chocolate Bingo event will occur on February 14th from 2-3 p.m.

The players

Lake Waterford Park

A park in Pasadena, Maryland that is hosting the Great Backyard Bird Count Storytime event.

Eastport-Annapolis Neck Community Library

A library in Annapolis, Maryland that is hosting the After Hours Anti Valentine's Teen Movie Night.

Mountain Road Library

A library in Pasadena, Maryland that is hosting the Valentine's Day Chocolate Bingo event.

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The takeaway

The Chesapeake region is offering a diverse array of family-friendly events this weekend, catering to a range of interests and age groups, from birdwatching to anti-Valentine's Day fun, demonstrating the area's commitment to providing enriching community activities throughout the year.