Events

“This is the city and I am one of the citizens,” Walt Whitman declared in his signature poem Song of Myself. “Whatever interests the rest interests me, politics, wars, markets, newspapers, schools, … real estate and personal estate.” …

After four straight weekends of April showers, the first weekend of May brings us flowers in the form of two major garden markets. From May 3 to 5, there are also festivals celebrating artisanal chocolate, bluegrass and folk music, art,…

This season has filled our weekly lineups with joy, warmth and community spirit. We hope you’ve been able to get out and enjoy at least some of the many festivities in the District. If not, you still have plenty of options on our list this…

With the holiday season approaching, many area businesses are showcasing their products in pop-up shops around town this weekend (Nov. 16 to 18). As an alternative to Black Friday sales, consider purchasing merchandise made in the District…

Following Election Day on Tuesday, patriotic sentiment runs high this weekend, Nov. 9 to 11. It’s Veterans Day on Sunday, so many folks are able to relax with an extra day off on Monday, Veterans Day observed. Take advantage of the many…

The new month starts off with many ways to embrace community throughout the city. Singing with the New Synagogue Project, bike riding with the Washington Area Bicyclist Association, dining during DMV Black Restaurant Week and an apple-pie…

Whether it’s a chance to learn about bats at the U.S. Botanic Garden, celebrate the Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos in Petworth or watch Frankenstein at the Library of Congress, a full slate of pre-Halloween events will occupy the…

The city is gearing up for pre-Halloween activities this weekend, Oct. 19 to 21, with varied events involving costumes, pumpkins, apple cider, autumn leaves and kids’ trick-or-treating. Adults can visit homes not for trick-or-treating but…

The District offers events for a wide range of interests this weekend (Oct 12 to 14). Among the choices are activities focused on gender equality in science, the craft of spackling and construction, hip-hop dance, spirituality and films.…

The District will come alive this weekend (Oct. 5 to 7) with sounds from jazz musicians, brass bands and pop artists. Additionally, culture is at the forefront with opportunities to support local neighborhoods and artists, honor Hispanic…

Former Gwar metal band drummer and current do-it-yourself world music promoter Jim Thomson is bringing a Puerto Rican punk-turned-salsa band, a Colombian hip-hop group, a “Saharan acid western” movie, and more to multiple DC venues in…

Break out your favorite fall jacket if you haven’t already. The new season is here along with a cool weekend weather report with lows in the 50s and a welcome break from this week’s seemingly constant rain. DC is marking the end of…

The first day of fall is this Saturday, and DC is transitioning to the new season with a variety of outdoor festivals this weekend. The DC State Fair, Taste of Georgetown and events at President Lincoln’s Cottage and Tudor Place will all be…

Cultural Tourism DC has hosted diverse, multiday groupings of free guided tours of neighborhoods around the city once or twice a year since 2000. Now offered each fall, WalkingTown DC will showcase 50 neighborhoods over the next nine days —…

While many functions are canceled this weekend due to the forecast of severe weather, there are still events taking place around the city for those willing to venture out. Some organizers caution that they may have to postpone their events…