Note: All submitted events must be approved before they appear in the calendar.
NOWSHOE MOUNTAIN ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR SUMMER OPERATIONS SNOWSHOE, W. Va. – (April 19, 2021) – With winter officially in the rear-view, Snowshoe Mountain is preparing for the summer season in Pocahontas County. Resort officials are anticipating another busy season on the mountain as participation in outdoor recreation continues to surge around the country. Snowshoe will […]
Opens Sept. 3; Closes Oct. 5 Flag Hall, Second Floor, Center During a visit to see his great uncle in Mississippi, 14-year-old Emmett Till, of Chicago, was brutally lynched Aug. 28,1955. When his mutilated body was recovered from the Tallahatchie River, his mother insisted on an open-casket funeral in Chicago. Starting in 2008, the Emmett […]
WHAT: This fall, the Rosslyn BID is bringing back fan-favorite events and brand-new activities for a season of exciting outdoor fun! Fall Fun in Rosslyn will welcome back the popular Rosslyn Cinema series, with a full lineup of new and classic films; the return of the Rosslyn Reads book festival, for a whole day of […]
Calling all teachers in the DMV area! Visit President Lincoln’s Cottage to learn about field trip opportunities and classroom resources from Tudor Place Historic House & Garden, Ford’s Theatre, President Lincoln’s Cottage, the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, the National Mall and Memorial Parks. Grab some tapas and win door prizes. See the Eventbrite page […]
Bring your family and friends (and a blanket, if you would like to picnic in the park) to enjoy live music, food, carnival games, a bounce house, face painting and more! It’s a neighborhood favorite that will be part of your family’s fall tradition every year.
October 2, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and will feature live music, food, carnival games, pony rides, a bounce house, face painting and more!
It’s that time of year—put on your dirndl or lederhosen, grab your Dachshund, and head to The Wharf to celebrate Oktoberfest – including the return of the Wiener 500 Dachshund Dash! Join us from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 2nd for a day of German-inspired food and fun featuring: Wiener 500 Dachshund Dash:The 9th […]
Monday, Oct. 4, 6 p.m. MCC Rear Plaza (across from the library). Outdoor Event -- Masks strongly recommended Free admission; registration is required. For ages 6+. Join us for a celebration of the great LGBTQ+ people in our lives and the allies who walk with them! Music will be provided by The Gay Men’s Choir […]
Presented by Equality Virginia Wednesday, Oct. 6, 6:30 p.m. McLean Community Center. Masks required for all participants Free admission; registration is required. For ages 12+. Join Ann Murdoch, a member of Equality Virginia’s Transgender Advocacy Speakers Bureau, for an evening of connection and learning as she shares her story as a transgender woman, followed by […]
Thursday, Oct. 7, 7 p.m. The Alden. Masks required for all participants Free admission. Registration is required. For ages 14+. The MCC proudly welcomes local faith leaders to discuss of how the different faith communities walk as an ally with their LGBTQ+ neighbors and what resources and communities are open to those who identify as […]
67th ANNUAL VIRGINIA FALL RACES WILL RUN SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2021 Featuring the National Sporting Library & Museum Cup and the new Magalen O. Bryant Memorial, as well as the return of the Theodora A. Randolph North American Field Hunter Championship MIDDLEBURG, VA — The 67th annual Virginia Fall Races will run on Saturday, October […]
EFVA is hosting its Sixth Annual Tour de Midnight fundraising and awareness event on October 16, 2021. The focus of this event is a bicycle ride of 30, 50 or 100 kilometers through central Virginia which starts and finishes at the Midnight Brewery in Rockville, VA, located just west of Short Pump. Last year, our […]
Daisies are invited on an exciting exploration of Tudor Place’s 5 ½ acres to discover how resources are used wisely. Participants will read and discuss Clover’s story as a group, learn how to protect nature from trash and will create a masterpiece using recycled materials. This program fulfills all the requirements to earn the Clover […]
Oak Hill Cemetery, a 19th-century garden park cemetery founded by William W. Corcoran in 1849, rests on 22 acres of land in the Georgetown section of Washington, DC. Its grounds include historic monuments, buildings, pathways and mausoleums. Its mission is to provide a beautiful, tranquil and respectful resting place for families, friends and neighbors. Among […]
Introduce students to our nation’s past! Through hands-on programming at Dumbarton House, homeschool students ages 5-12 are invited to “travel back in time” 220 years and explore the early history of Washington D.C. Each program includes an interactive tour of the museum, snack, and an activity. See our full schedule below: October 20: Art at […]
Join us for a party with a purpose atop One Franklin Square’s spacious rooftop for safe outdoor mingling and gorgeous views of downtown DC. The evening will be filled with hors d'oeuvres, libations and live music. This event supports Jubilee Housing's mission to create more justice housing - deeply affordable homes with onsite and nearby […]
Mesoamericans consumed chocolate for thousands of years before the Spanish brought it to Europe, where it gained wide popularity. Come and learn how Mesoamerican chocolate consumption practices influenced the way Europeans and Americans enjoyed the hot beverage. View the rarely-seen Tudor Place collection of chocolate pots, cups and spoons. Attendees will also have an opportunity […]
Saturday, October 23, 2021, 3-5 p.m. Hightail it to Hillwood with your four-legged friend for some Halloween fun! Explore the gardens and participate in the annual costume competition. www.HillwoodMuseum.org 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
October 30 ROCK CREEK CEMETERY November 6 U STREET November 13 THE GREAT WAR IN ARLINGTON CEMETERY Offered in commemoration of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Centennial (November 11, 2021). November 20 CAPITOL RIVERFRONT November 27 DUPONT CIRCLE Halloween 2021 THE MOST HAUNTED HOUSES in-person walking tour Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m. October 22, […]
ONE JOURNEY ANNOUNCES ‘WELCOME TO AMERICA’ SOCCER FEST, Saturday October 30, 11am-3pm at Washington International School Building Connections and Raising Awareness for Refugees Youth and adults from area refugee communities will take part in a day of soccer, friendship, and fun at the One Journey Welcome To America Soccer Fest on October 30. The event is organized by One Journey and […]
Oct. 28, On demand americanindian.si.edu/calendar To celebrate Día de los Muertos, the museum will showcase two unique Day of the Dead traditions: figural sugar work and papier-mâché arts. The Mondragón family are skilled sugar workers known for their sugar animals and the most popular symbol of Día de los Muertos: the sugar skull. They come […]
We will engage in a weekend retreat based on the International Fall Festival teachings with Gen-la Dekyong, emphasizing the practice of Tara Powa or Transference of Consciousness. The practice of transference of consciousness of Arya Tara is a special practice taught by Buddha. Based on self-generation as Tara, we train in special meditations to transfer […]
Preparing to combat that time of year when, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 41-percent of all U.S. traffic deaths involve drunk drivers*, free Halloween Lyft rides will be offered to deter impaired driving throughout the Washington-metropolitan area, beginning Saturday, October 30, 2021. Offered by the nonprofit Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP), the […]
Experience Halloween at Tudor Place with a spooky one-of-a-kind scavenger hunt. Wear your costume and come with your friends and family. Create a creepy craft to take home, then explore our garden to discover bats, spiders and other outdoor Halloween secrets. Scavenger hunt finishers will receive a special prize. Suggested Ages: 7 – 12 years […]
WHAT: After its successful spring series, The Yards will bring back its popular run and brunch activation, Brunch On The Go. Treat yourself to champagne and brunch with your running crew on October 16th, October 23rd, or October 30th in D.C.’s most exciting waterfront neighborhood for living, dining, shopping and relaxing. Pacers will curate a […]
WHAT: The Boro, Tyson’s premier destination for luxury urban living in the heart of Northern Virginia, is calling all furry friends to grab their favorite costumes for Best in Show at The Boro! Celebrate the spookiest day of the year with festive treats and activities for the whole family on Hallow’s-eve, Saturday, October 30. […]
Profs and Pints presents: “The Horror Within,” a look at the real-life psychological disorders behind your favorite movie monsters, with Brian A. Sharpless, clinical psychologist, visiting research fellow at Goldsmiths, University of London, author of Sleep Paralysis, and editor of Unusual and Rare Psychological Disorders. What’s a better than watching a good horror flick on […]
10/31: The Rocky Horror Picture Show 45th Anniversary Spectacular Tour Special Halloween Event Lands at the Entertainment & Sports Arena WHAT: The Rocky Horror Picture Show 45th Anniversary Spectacular Tour is coming to Washington D.C. on Halloween! Do the Time Warp again with Events DC and fellow fans! The special limited-engagement tour is hosted by […]
