Weekend Roundup (July 11-July 14)
By • July 11, 2024 0 523
We’re in the heat of summer now and there are lots of things to do this weekend! Go swing dancing at the Wharf and cool off at a happy hour at the National Building Museum. Enjoy French Alliance Family Day at Mount Vernon, check out Capital Fringe Festival and more.
The Capital Fringe Festival Begins
The popular Capital Fringe Festival starts this evening and runs through July 21. This year’s productions are a variety of original works that explore the range of human experiences and angst on the eve of a presidential election, the joy of a new relationship, the history of Black firefighters in D.C. and more. More information on the event can be found here.
Celebrate French Alliance Family Day at Mount Vernon
Courtesy of Mount Vernon.
Visit Mount Vernon Saturday to learn about the role of the French government, Army and Navy in the role of American victory during the Revolutionary War. There will be performances and demonstrations, including one with General Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette themselves. Learn more about the event and get tickets here.
Destination Domino Sip and Build Happy Hour
Courtesy of The National Building Museum.
There’s still time to head to the National Building Museum this evening from 6-7:30 p.m. for a happy hour with YouTube sensation Lily Hevesh. Her “Destination Domino” residency at the museum will be celebrated with domino-building activities. Her team will also be on-site to share tips and advice. Registration for the event includes two drink tickets and light fare. More information on how to buy tickets can be found here.
Learn More About Chronic Diseases and Clinic Trial Options in the Community
From donations.diabetes.org.
This Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Royal Sonesta on Capitol Hill, the American Diabetes Association, local community leaders and national experts will be on hand to help provide information about chronic diseases. Discussions about diabetes, chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular disease and clinical trial options will be had. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. More information on the event can be found here.
Go Swing Dancing at The Wharf
Courtesy of The Wharf DC.
Enjoy Friday night dancing at The Wharf from 7-9 p.m. This week, learn how to swing dance with GottaSwing and the Rock-A-Sonics. The free event will be held at the Transit Pier at 970 Wharf St. SW. More information can be found here.
Janet Jackson is “Together Again” at Capital One Arena
The cover of Janet Jackson’s “Together Again” single. Wikipedia photo.
Five-time Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Janet Jackson is back at Capital One Arena Friday evening. ‘90s sensation Nelly (“Ride Wit Me,” “Air Force Ones”) will be joining Jackson on tour as well. This year’s tour builds on the success of the 2023 run. More information on how to get last-minute tickets can be found here.
See “Star Wars” Under the Stars
Photo from WolfTrap.org.
“Star Wars: A New Hope” will be playing in a galaxy far, far away (okay, just Wolf Trap!) this Saturday at 8 p.m. The movie will play with a live concert from the National Symphony Orchestra bringing composer John Williams’ iconic score to life. Before the show, the National Air and Space Museum curator Margaret A. Weitekamp will be on the Farmhouse Lawn (to the left of the main gate) at 7 p.m. for a pre-show chat about Star Wars’ influence on culture, business and more. Guests must have a ticket to enter the event. More information can be found here.
