Weekend Roundup: Georgetown’s in Full Fall Mode
By • October 16, 2025 0 606
There’s a busy weekend ahead! Multiple arts organizations are debuting their 2025-2026 seasons, and Georgetown will be hustling and bustling with the Fall Market, Oak Hill Cemetery Fall Dog Days, and a tour of Riggs Library.
NSO Music for Young Audiences Presents ‘Super Cello!’
Courtesy Kennedy Center.
At this performance for children, NSO Music for Young Audiences is performing “Super Cello!” which was originally a co-production with the National Symphony Orchestra and Teller Productions that premiered in April 2022. The show brings together puppet artist Scottie Rowell and NSO cellist David Teie to tell a wordless story with music, props and of course, puppets. More information can be found here.
S&R Evermay’s ‘Listening Room’ Continues with ‘Understated Paragons’
Courtesy S&R Evermay.
S&R Evermay’s Listening Room concert series continues Friday with “Understated Paragons,” featuring Luosha Fang on viola, Ryo Yanagitani on piano and Lin Ma on clarinet. The concert starts at 7 p.m., but guests are invited to arrive at 6 p.m. for a pre-show reception with light bites and drinks. More information can be found here.
The Cathedral Choral Society’s Season Begins
Courtesy Cathedral Choral Society.
The Grammy-nominated Cathedral Choral Society begins their season Sunday with Mozart’s “Requiem” at the Washington National Cathedral. The Requiem in D Minor is paired with Verdi’s “La Forza Del Destino” overture. The Washington National Opera Orchestra joins the Cathedral Choral Society for this performance. More information can be found here.
The Georgetown Fall Market is This Weekend
Enjoy all that fall has to offer with the annual Georgetown Fall Market this Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Georgetown Main Street is the primary organizer and funder, but logistics and promotions are supported by the Georgetown BID. Expect over 25 small businesses setting up shop with sidewalk sales, along with live music and fall-themed activities for all ages. More information can be found here.
This Weekend: Fall Harvest Family Days at Mount Vernon
Courtesy Mount Vernon.
As a privately-owned nonprofit, Mount Vernon is open during the government shutdown. This weekend is their Fall Harvest Family Days. Which will feature 18th century activities and demonstrations. Enjoy demos in cooking, blacksmithing, textiles, and more. The livestock team will also be on hand to teach guests about horses and horseshoeing and the work they performed during the harvest in the colonial era. More information on the weekend’s events can be found here.
A Wellness Weekend Comes to D.C.
Courtesy Therme Group.
Don’t miss Therme Group’s “Bathe-ing DC” weekend of wellness with mobile saunas, live music, food, drinks and more. The event will be Saturday and Sunday at Sandlot Anacostia. More information on tickets can be found here.
Chamber Dance Project Presents a Master Class with Dancer Crystal Serrano
Courtesy YouTube/Chamber Dance Project.
On Sunday at the BalletNova Center for Dance in Falls Church, Dance Theatre of Harlem alum Crystal Serrano is leading advanced ballet class and repertoire session with Boston Ballet and Oregon Ballet Theatre. Chamber Dance Project Dancers & Musicians will be hosting. More information on how to reserve a spot can be found here.
Washington Master Chorale Opens Their Season with ‘Sacred Jewel Box’
Courtesy Washington Master Chorale.
The Washington Master Chorale debuts its sixteenth season with “Sacred Jewel Box” at St. David’s Episcopal Church in the Palisades, followed by an additional performance at All Saints Church in Chevy Chase. The program, which will be performed a cappella, will feature choral hits from the Anglican and Catholic traditions. More information can be found here.
A New Exhibit Has Debuted at the National Museum of Women in the Arts
Tawny Chatmon, Economic Heritage, from the series “The Reconciliation,” 2024; Embroidery and acrylic paint on archival pigment print, 47 x 32 in. (unframed); Courtesy of the artist and Galerie Myrtis.
On now through March 8 of next year at the National Museum of Women in the Arts is “Tawny Chatmon: Sanctuaries of Truth, Dissolution of Lies.” The exhibit is a presentation of Chatmon’s work, making a noteworthy evolution in her photo-based practices. The works include selections from Chatmon’s latest series like “The Restoration” and “The Reconciliation,” which integrates embroidery, film and audio narratives. More information on the exhibit can be found here.
Get Your Build on at the National Building Museum
Courtesy National Building Museum.
The popular Big Build event at the National Building Museum is Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The free, hands-on festival features activities from professions like plumbing and woodworking. There will also be the opportunity to try out real tools and kids (and kids at heart!) are welcome to check out the outdoor Truck Petting Zoo. More information on the event can be found here.
The Washington Folk Festival Returns to Glen Echo
Furia Flamenca Dance Company. Courtesy Facebook.com/WashingtonFolkFestival.
The Washington Folk Festival is back after a one-year hiatus. This Sunday at Glen Echo, the one-day event will feature a full day of dancing, storytelling and music of all genres. There will be food trucks and a picnic area too, and best of all, the entire event is free. More information can be found here.
The Thirteen Debuts Its New Season
Courtesy Strathmore.
The professional choir and orchestra known as “The Thirteen” is launching its fourteenth season this weekend with a series of concerts in D.C., Alexandria and Bethesda. Notably, the shows will feature the North American premiere of Frank Martin’s celebratory “Cantate pour le 1er Aout” and Durufle’s “Requiem,” among others. More information can be found here.
Tell Fido: Oak Hill Cemetery’s Fall Dog Day is Saturday
Courtesy Oak Hill Cemetery.
Don’t miss Oak Hill Cemetery’s Fall Dog Day this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dogs are only allowed on cemetery grounds twice a year, and this date marks the last for this year. Water and waste bags will be provided and Fall Dog Day is a free fundraising event to support the Oak Hill Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation’s Bigelow Iron Fence Restoration project on R Street. More information can be found here.
Tour the Georgetown University Riggs Library Friday
Riggs Library. Reddit photo.
Calling all Harry Potter fans! The Hogwarts-esque library on the third floor of Healy Hall, aka Riggs Library, not normally open to visitors, is open this Friday for a tour from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Check out some of the country’s last Victorian cast-iron libraries from Lynn Conway, Georgetown University’s archivist. Riggs Library was financed by E. Francis Riggs of the Washington Banking Firm as a tribute to his late dad and brother, who both attended Georgetown. Contact Beth Marhanka at beth.marhanka@georgetown.edu for questions or accessibility requests.
