Weekend Roundup: Folger’s 4th Reading Room Festival Takes Center Stage
• January 21, 2026

Weekend plans may get thwarted by an incoming snowstorm, so it’s advised to call or check ahead before attending any of these events. Stay warm! Next Up on NSO’s Music […]

Weekend Roundup: Balloons, Portraits and Winter Fun
• January 8, 2026

Congrats, you made it through the first week of the year! Why not celebrate with some weekend fun at Imagination Stage with “Balloonacy,” or see the 2025 Portrait of a […]

Resplendent Joy: Christmas Traditions from Spain and Portugal
• December 4, 2025

Continuing a beloved tradition for the winter holidays, Folger Consort celebrates with festive music from Spain and Portugal. The performance will showcase lush, multi-voiced choral compositions set to sacred texts […]

Weekend Roundup: Holiday Cheer Is Coming
• November 19, 2025

With Thanksgiving just one week away, holiday events are revving up. There are lots of options for things to do this weekend, including taking the family to see a new […]

DC Artswatch
• November 10, 2025

    Studio Theatre’s Muse to Step Down After nearly 20 years in the role, Studio Theatre Artistic Director David Muse will leave the position in late 2027. The search for […]

Weekend Roundup: Big Laughs
• October 8, 2025

A full weekend of fall fun awaits! There are lots of options this weekend for things to do, including celebrating spooky season at Strathmore, the Mount Vernon Fall Wine Festival, […]

Weekend Roundup: So Many Festivities, So Little Time
• September 24, 2025

We’re into the full-on spirit and fun of the fall season now. Arts institutions are debuting their season openers; there are galas galore and the Nationals celebrate the last home […]

In Staunton: Shakespeare and Austen
• July 24, 2025

Although the American Shakespeare Center’s Shenandoah Valley home is pronounced “STAN-tin,” putting the “u” in Staunton is mandatory. As for putting the “you” in Staunton, a two- or three-day getaway […]

Weekend Roundup: June 18-22
• June 18, 2025

This weekend, we celebrate Juneteenth, which is tomorrow. Friday through Sunday, check out the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle, the RalRose Rum & Rosé Fundraiser and don’t miss ‘Twelfth Night’ […]

Weekend Roundup: April 17-20
• April 17, 2025

D.C. is celebrating Shakespeare’s birthday, Uncorked at Nationals Park and of course lots of Easter brunch options. Have a great weekend! Celebrate Shakespeare’s Birthday Saturday The tradition continues! Celebrate Shakespeare’s […]