The Wonders of Wiggly River
The Wonders of Wiggly River is a lively puppet show presented by River City Puppets as part of the Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods series at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. When something seems fishy about the local river monster, an adventurous fisherman learns there is more than meets the eye. Tag along with River City Puppets as they discover a world of enchanting folk tales, featuring fantastical handmade puppets, silly voices, and a good measure of audience participation. This aquatic crew finds that true friendship lies just beneath the surface. The show runs approximately 60 minutes and is designed for young audiences, with a suggested age range of 4–12.
When: Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 9, 2026, with gates opening each day at 10:00 AM.
Showtimes: Daily at 10:30 AM, with one performance each day.
Tickets: $14 per ticket, inclusive of fees. Children under 2 enter for free. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more—inquire for details. Additionally, a “Pick 3 and Save” offer gives $2 off every ticket when purchasing tickets to three or more Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods shows.
Lineup: River City Puppets, created and performed by Dan and Gayle D’Aniello.
Run time: The performance length is not explicitly listed, but typical Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods shows run approximately 45–60 minutes.
Ages: Suggested for ages 4–12.
Venue: Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, located at 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182. The theater is general admission with first‑come, first‑served seating on wooden benches; attendees are advised to bring a towel to dry off seats after rain. Food and beverages other than water are not permitted in the seated area, but picnics can be enjoyed in the Meadow after the show.
Accessibility: Sign language interpretation is available upon request with at least one week’s advance notice (email [email protected]). Accessible parking is available; ask on‑site rangers for ADA parking. For any accessibility questions, call the National Park Service at Wolf Trap at 703.255.1820.
Note: Free parking is offered; park rangers direct visitors to parking locations. From the parking area, guests enjoy a short scenic walk less than half a mile down a hill, across a bridge, and along a wooded trail; a stroller is recommended for the walk. After the show, families can join a Park Ranger for an outdoor adventure and earn a Junior Ranger Badge, or explore the trails and play in the Meadow with free games, toys, and kid‑friendly activities. Concessions and Ovations are not open during Children’s Theatre‑in‑the‑Woods performances.