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2021 Native Cinema Showcase

Virtual

Nov. 12–18, on demand americanindian.si.edu/calendar The National Museum of the American Indian’s Native Cinema Showcase is an annual celebration of the best in Native film. This year focuses on Native […]

The Wharf Holiday Events

Transit Pier at the Wharf 970 Wharf St. SE, WASHINGTON, DC, United States

Holiday Cheer Comes to The Wharf Starting in November and Running Into The New Year, The Wharf Will Offer a Series of Festive, Waterfront Holiday Activities Including Signature Event, The […]

Dance Place EMBARK Season Gala

Dance Place

Dance Place’s EMBARK Season Gala this November, in celebration of finding our way together again WHAT: Dance Place EMBARK Gala 2021 WHEN: November 12, 2021 or November 13, 2021; 7:00-9:00 […]

The Boro’s Gambit

The Boro

WHAT: The Boro, Tyson’s premier destination for luxury urban living in the heart of Northern Virginia, invites you and your best check-mates to its first-ever outdoor chess tournament, The Boro’s […]

SOME Gala

National Building Museum Washington DC, United States

Saturday November 13th at the National Building Museum.

71st Annual Tartan Ball

Willard Hotel 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

We are pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for the 71st Annual Tartan Ball, for $250 per person.  This year’s event will be held at the historic […]

$250

Heroines of Washington

The Ritz Carlton, Tysons Corner 1700 Tysons Blvd, McLean, VA, United States

Since 2001, the March of Dimes has honored 126 “heroines” and raised over $3.64 million in support of the March of Dimes mission. March of Dimes aims to advance research […]

Tour the Historic City Tavern

City Tavern Club

If you love Federal Period Architecture, Decorative Arts, and learning about the history of Georgetown, this tour is for you! Docents from the City Tavern Preservation Foundation will lead you […]

Free

17th Annual Downtown Holiday Market

National Portrait Gallery

17th ANNUAL DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY MARKET RETURNS NOVEMBER 19 Your One-Stop Shop for Local Craft Goods, Artisan Makers and #SoMuchMore  WHAT: Operated by the DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) and Diverse […]

Juniors: The Roaring Twenties

Tudor Place

Travel back in time to learn about the women who lived and worked at Tudor Place in the 1920s. Create a 1920s character, plan a living history party and earn […]

$10

Homeschool History Days: Winter Warmth

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

$5 – $7

The District’s Holiday Boat Parade

The Wharf 40 District Square SW

At the conclusion of the parade, judges will award more than $20,000 in prizes and gifts to the participating boats, including Best in Show, Best Motorboat, Best Sailboat, Best Crew, […]

Dumbarton UMC Celebrates 250 years in Georgetown

Dumbarton United Methodist Church 3133 Dumbarton St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Dumbarton United Methodist Church located at 3133 Dumbarton St.in Georgetown celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2022 making it the oldest Methodist church in DC. There are dozens of free celebrations […]

Free

Profs & Pints DC: Reflecting on Narcissists

Church Hall

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Reflecting on Narcissists,” a look at the myth, reality, and treatment of clinical narcissism, with Brian A. Sharpless, licensed clinical psychologist, visiting research fellow at […]

$2 – $12.

Career Fair at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina MD, United States

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina will host a career fair on Monday, February 7 between 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. The resort is seeking employees in […]

Homeschool History Days: Love Letter

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

$5 – $7

Gaylord Winterfest

Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbod, MD, United States

GAYLORD NATIONAL RESORT ANNOUNCES WINTERFEST CELEBRATION Families can experience winter-themed activities including a Jack Frost scavenger hunt, wintry laser light show & all that National Harbor has to offer beginning […]

Behind the Canvas with Peter Waddell

Private Zoom with Tudor Place

Join Artist-in-Residence Peter Waddell in his studio virtually, for a look behind the canvas to celebrate George Washington’s Birthday and Presidents Day. Peter will focus on Presidents, their First Ladies […]

$10

Brownies: The Roaring Twenties

Tudor Place

What did life look like for women in the 1920s? Travel back in time to find out. Individual Brownies and Brownie troops invited to explore @Tudorplace and earn the Dancer […]

$10

Profs & Pints DC: The Economic History of Inflation

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Economic History of Inflation,” with Trevor Jackson, assistant professor of economic history at George Washington University. From the Federal Reserve to the grocery store, […]

$2 – $12.

The Power of The Mind to Create World Peace

Kadampa Meditation Center 1200 Canal St SW, Washington DC 20024 1200 Canal Street SW, Washington, DC, United States

Buddha taught that the most powerful way to create a world that is peaceful and harmonious is by changing our mind. Everything we experience is created by the mind. The […]

$6 – $12

Give Up Plastic for Lent? Why — And How?

3133 Dumbarton Street NW, Washington DC 3133 Dumbarton Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Does giving up plastic just mean trying to avoid single-use plastics? Does it mean substituting glass containers and paper products? Okay, how can we do those things, and can we […]

Free

Tudor Tots: What’s That Buzzing?

Tudor Place

Discover the vital role bees play in our ecosystem and how their tiny community operates. Perfect for young learners aged 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers, Tudor Tots […]

$5

The Friends Experience

After successful runs in New York City, Boston, Chicago, Atlanta, and Dallas, the wildly popular The FRIENDS Experience will open in Washington D.C. on Thursday, March 17, 2022. Originally created […]

Cherry Blossom Sightseeing Cruises Aboard the Potomac Water Taxi

Potomac Water Taxi The Wharf, 950 Wharf St., SW, Washington, DC, United States

See the most iconic time of year on the Potomac with up-close views of the Cherry Blossoms from the Potomac Water Taxi. Our newest water taxi service offers routes connecting […]

Juniors: The Roaring Twenties

Tudor Place

Travel back in time to learn about the women who lived and worked at Tudor Place in the 1920s.

$10

Profs & Pints DC: The Electric Brain

Church Hall

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Electric Brain,” with R. Douglas Fields, professor in the University of Maryland’s Neuroscience and Cognitive Science program and author of Electric Brain: How the […]

$2 – $12.

Youth in Action: Indigenous Youth Poet Warriors

National Museum of the American Indian Online 4th St SW, Washington D.C., Washington DC, United States

How does poetry inspire change? In celebration of the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States, Joy Harjo (Mvskoke Nation), Native youth poets jaye simpson (Sapotaweyak Cree Nation), Kinsale Drake […]

Free

Profs & Pints DC: Fairies and Changelings

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Fairies and Changelings,” a look at how lives and cultures have been influenced by beliefs in fairies and in their ability to steal and replace […]

$2 – $12.

Tudor Tots: What Do Worms Do?

Tudor Place

Dig into the world of worms and how they help make a garden beautiful! Perfect for young learners aged 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers, Tudor Tots is […]

$5

Homeschool History Days: Bygone Games

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

$5 – $7

Membership Focus Group

Tudor Place

College students are invited to share their ideas for a new membership program launching in August 2022. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Members: Free | Non-members: Free

Happy What Ever Happens

Kadampa Meditation Center 1200 Canal St SW, Washington DC 20024 1200 Canal Street SW, Washington, DC, United States

April Thursday GP Series Happy Whatever Happens Each and every one of us has the capacity to keep a peaceful mind even when things go wrong. Unfortunately, some mental habits, […]

$6 – $12

Living Earth Festival: Saving Sacred Spaces

National Museum of the American Indian Online 4th St SW, Washington D.C., Washington DC, United States

Panel Discussion and Film Screenings Across the country, sites sacred to Indigenous communities are at risk due to environmental changes, population growth, tourism, and natural resource extraction. As part of […]

Free

The Boro Kite Fest

The Boro

WHAT: The Boro, Tysons’ premier destination for luxury urban living in the heart of Northern Virginia, is hosting its first-ever Kite Fest to welcome the new season and warmer days […]

All Aboard Our Heritage: Celebrating the Return of the Canal Boat

C&O Canal 3630 Water St NW, Washington, DC

All Aboard Our Heritage: CELEBRATING THE RETURN OF THE CANAL BOAT! Thursday, April 28, 6:00-8:00 pm The Georgetown Heritage Board of Directors, and co-chairs Heather Muir Johnson and Brooke Stroud, […]

Pink Tie Dinner Party

Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Ave., Washington, DC, United States

National Cherry Blossom Festival Invites Guests to Celebrate Spring in Style at the Pink Tie Dinner Party Fundraiser  Tickets on sale now for annual party with a purpose  Washington, D.C.  – Toast to the Festival season […]

11th UCG Edition on Pharmaceuticals & Pharmacy Networking Conferences

Holiday Inn Dubai Al Barsha 1 Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE, Dubai UAE, United Arab Emirates

Greetings. We are organising the 11th Global Pharmaceuticals & Pharmacy Networking Conferences on April 29-30, 2022 in Dubai, UAE & Online. The Pharma Conference revolves around the theme – “Discover […]

$399

19th Annual Georgetown French Market

Georgetown

Our 19th annual Georgetown French Market is this Friday, April 29 - Sunday, May 1 (10 am - 5 pm on Friday & Saturday, and 12 pm - 5 pm […]

Cadette: Tudor Trees

Tudor Place

Discover the history of the trees, what trees teach us about the past and earn your Trees badge.

$10

Movies on the Potomac

National Harbor Intersection of Waterfront St. & St. George Blvd, National Harbor, MD, National Harbor, MD, United States

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., March 30, 2022—National Harbor brings back its popular Movies on the Potomac series from May 1 through September 30. Every Thursday (“date night”) at 7 p.m. and Sunday […]

Tudor Nights: Much Ado about Hunting

Tudor Place

See clothing, artworks and accessories that express the family’s interest in the recreational sport of hunting.

$25

Pop Up Grocer in DC

Union Market District

Reaching out today on behalf of Pop Up Grocer to share that the experience-first grocery store is coming to Washington, DC this spring! From May 6th to June 5th, Pop […]

A Buddhist Perspective on Self and Other

Kadampa Meditation Center 1200 Canal St SW, Washington DC 20024 1200 Canal Street SW, Washington, DC, United States

Our sense that we are an island, an independent, self-sufficient individual bears no relation to reality. It is closer to the truth to picture ourselves as a cell in the […]

$7.50 – $15

Raven and the Evolution of Glass Artist Preston Singletary

National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United States

Join us in person. Meet renowned Tlingit artist Preston Singletary, who will talk about his art and evolution as an artist, and his inspiration for the current exhibition “Raven and […]

Free

Feeling Connected Through Seeing Kindness

Kadampa Meditation Center 1200 Canal St SW, Washington DC 20024 1200 Canal Street SW, Washington, DC, United States

The relationship between a child and their mother is very special. The quality of this relationship can vary for each individual. Some of us have very close relationships with our […]

$15 – $30

Mother’s Day Tea & Tour

Tudor Place

Elegant Tudor Place teas nourish the appetite and satisfy the mind. A Tea & Tour is a lovely way to relax and learn about the legacy of mothers at this […]

$35 – $40

Fragile Beauty

I Street Galleries

Fragile Beauty May 9 – July 1, 2022 I Street Galleries 200 I Street SE Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Website: https://dcarts.dc.gov/page/cah-juried-exhibition-fragile-beauty With this exhibition, 33 DC […]

Profs & Pints DC: Cities After Covid

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Cities After Covid,” an examination of how the pandemic has altered the status and future of urban centers, with John Rennie Short, geographer, scholar of […]

$2 – $12.

Community Food Drive with National Presbyterian Church

National Presbyterian Church 4101 Nebraska Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Help feed the hungry by dropping off non-perishable food donations at National Presbyterian Church, 9:30 am -12:30 pm on Saturday, May 14. We are collecting for Central Union Mission and […]

Free

Brownies: Outdoor Adventures

Tudor Place

Discover bugs, birds and wildlife that live at Tudor Place while earning your Bug and Outdoor Adventurer badges.

$10

Profs & Pints DC: A Guide to the Potomac’s Spring Life

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “A Guide to the Potomac’s Spring Life,” with T. Reid Nelson, assistant professor of fisheries ecology at George Mason University, and R. Christian Jones, professor […]

$2 – $12.

Profs & Pints DC: Confronting Catastrophe

Little Penn Coffeehouse 801 E Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Confronting Catastrophe,” a historical look at how our culture has responded to huge loss, with Cynthia A. Kierner, professor of history at George Mason University […]

$2 – $12.

I’m Speaking Now – Breena Clarke at the City Tavern Club

City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United States

The acclaimed author of historical fiction set in Georgetown, Breena Clarke, will talk about her creative work, research, and the impact of recently learning about her ancestors' enslavement in the […]

Free

Preakness Live Culinary Art & Music Festival

Pimlico Race Course, Baltimore, MD

This inaugural event will feature culinary names from Baltimore and beyond, with local chefs Saon Brice of Blk Swan, Jasmine Norton of The Urban Oyster and Keyia Yalcin of Fishnet, […]

30th Annual Spring Garden Party

Tudor Place

Join us for this annual tradition that preserves a National Historic Landmark for generations to come.

Washington Nationals Summer 2022 Pups in the Park Days

Nationals Park 1500 South Capitol St. SE, Washington, D.C., DC, United States

Saturday, May 28 – 4:05 p.m. vs. Colorado Rockies ·       *  Monday, June 13 – 7:05 p.m. vs. Atlanta Braves ·        Friday, Aug. 12 – 7:05 p.m. vs. San […]

Profs & Pints DC: Personality Disorders 101

Church Hall

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Personality Disorders 101,” a look at the myth, reality, assessment, and treatment of personality disorders, with Brian A. Sharpless, licensed clinical psychologist, visiting research fellow […]

$2 – $12.

Harmony, a Textile Art Exhibition

Broadway Gallery 5641 B General Washington Dr., Alexandria, VA, United States

In a time when our world feels chaotic, we look for Harmony in our lives. Broadway Galleries, Alexandria purveyor of Fine Art, Art Installation, and Framing, invites you. Curated by […]

Free

Profs & Pints DC: Reproductive Justice after Roe

Little Penn Coffeehouse 801 E Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Reproductive Justice after Roe,” with Sara Matthiesen, professor of history and women’s, gender, and sexuality studies at George Washington University and author of Reproduction Reconceived: […]

$2 – $12.

In-Person Pride Family Day

Smithsonian American Art Museum F Street and 8th Street NW, Washington DC, DC, United States

Celebrate Pride with your chosen family at SAAM! Join us outside the museum on the F Street plaza and proudly march to the beat of DC’s Different Drummers. Enjoy a […]

Free

Lawyers Have Heart 10K, 5K & Fun Walk

Virtual

EVENT INFO: Event Name: Lawyers Have Heart 10K, 5K & Fun Walk Event website: lawyershaveheartdc.org Event Distance: 10K & 5 K (run & walk) Course Type: road Course Elevation: Mostly […]

St. Jude Diamond Jubilee

woodrow wilson Plaza 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

The St. Jude Diamond Jubilee planned to celebrate the 60th anniversary of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital On June 11 at Woodrow Wilson Plaza, DC WASHINGTON, DC (March 22, 2022) […]

Home Rule Music Festival

The Parks at Walter Reed 1010 Butternut Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Join us as we Celebrate DC Music and Culture. The Home Rule Music Festival is a family-friendly event that focuses on the music and culture of Washington, DC. We’ll have […]

Free

Tudor Tots: You Live Where?

Tudor Place

Explore the various habitats where animals live: on land, in the sea, in the sky and under ground.

$5

National Building Museum Presents 2022 Honor Award

National Building Museum Washington DC, United States

WASHINGTON, D.C.—May 11, 2022—The National Building Museum announced today it will present its 2022 Honor Award to global built environment consulting firm Arup. The Museum recognizes Arup as the 35th recipient of this […]

Chamber Dance Project | Grace, Grandeur & Gatsby

4200 Wisconsin Avenue, NW 4200 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Chamber Dance Project presents a powerful season of two World Premieres and repertoire favorites June 16-19 at the Greenberg Theatre, 4200 Wisconsin Avenue, NW. Grace, Grandeur & Gatsby features ten […]

Father’s Day Weekend Comedy: Allan Sidley Presents Daddy Issues

Busboys and Poets - 14th & V 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC, United States

We've got an amazing show on Friday, June 17th at Busboys & Poets 14th & V! Join us for a hilarious evening of jokes that will have you laughing, groaning, […]

$20

Merriweather District’s Color Burst Park Summer Series

Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods 10431 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD, United States

WHERE: All events will take place at Color Burst Park (6000 Merriweather Dr, Columbia, MD 21044) Symphony Woods Garage provides ample parking for Summer Series, with the first four hours […]

Juniors: Garden Designers

Tudor Place

Discover the science and art of garden design and earn the Flowers and Gardener badges.

$10

Profs & Pints DC: The Fertility Industry through a Microscope

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Fertility Industry through a Microscope,” a look at how new means of human reproduction have given birth to big questions, with Sonia Suter, professor […]

$12. – $13

Dog Days of Summer Happy Hour Events

The Commentary Social House

In partnership with A Forever Home, the “Dog Days of Summer” adoption happy hour events at The Commentary will be held on Friday, June 24th, Friday, July 29th, and, in […]

The National Building Museum and the Folger Shakespeare Library, in association with the University of South Carolina, present The Playhouse.

National Building Museum Washington DC, United States

WASHINGTON, D.C.—April 27, 2022—The National Building Museum and the Folger Shakespeare Library, in association with the University of South Carolina, are partnering this summer to present The Playhouse. Starting on Friday, July 1–and running through September […]

“Speakeasy at the Sunset Room” at the National Harbor

National Harbor Intersection of Waterfront St. & St. George Blvd, National Harbor, MD, National Harbor, MD, United States

NEW YORK CITY’S HOTTEST UNDERGROUND CIRQUE-BURLESQUE-MIXOLOGY EXPERIENCE COMES TO NATIONAL HARBOR THIS SUMMER FOLLOWING A SOLD OUT RUN OFF BROADWAY AT BOND 45   NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. (June 9, 2022)— The National Harbor’s Waterfront […]

4th of July Happenings in DC

The Watergate Hotel - Washington, DC - This year the Fourth of July celebrations are back at the iconic Watergate Hotel, who today, is celebrating their 50th anniversary of the Watergate Scandal. […]

Stars, Snacks & Stripes

Tudor Place

Join us to celebrate the Fourth of July with this outdoor event. Bring your own picnic and collect an Independence Day-inspired mini-lesson and craft bundle to complete on your own. […]

$10 – $15

Shelter From The Storm, Weekend Meditation Retreat

Kadampa Meditation Center 1200 Canal St SW, Washington DC 20024 1200 Canal Street SW, Washington, DC, United States

By developing special Dharma realizations with the help of Buddha’s blessings and the encouragement from our Sangha friends, we can find refuge from our problems. During this retreat, we have […]

$12 – $25

Summer Saturdays: Bats

Tudor Place

This summer, families with children of all ages are invited to explore all that the garden at Tudor Place has to offer in a special weekly program. Each week will […]

$3 – $10

Summer Saturdays: Bees

Tudor Place

This summer, families with children of all ages are invited to explore all that the garden at Tudor Place has to offer in a special weekly program. Each week will […]

$3 – $10

Profs & Pints DC: The Economic History of Inflation

Little Penn Coffeehouse 801 E Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Economic History of Inflation,” with Trevor Jackson, assistant professor of economic history at George Washington University. From the Federal Reserve to the grocery store, […]

$12 – $15

2nd Annual Black Greek Festival Weekend

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, May 11, 2022—After an incredible inaugural year that attracted thousands of attendees to descend on the nation’s capital, The Black Greek Festival will host “The 2nd Annual […]

Summer Saturdays: Flowers

Tudor Place

This summer, families with children of all ages are invited to explore all that the garden at Tudor Place has to offer in a special weekly program. Each week will […]

$3 – $10

Summer Saturdays: Historic Games

Tudor Place

This summer, families with children of all ages are invited to explore all that the garden at Tudor Place has to offer in a special weekly program. Each week will […]

$3 – $10

Georgetown Sunset Cinema

Georgetown Waterfront Park K and Water Streets NW, Washington, DC, United States

Washington, D.C. (May 17, 2022) – After a two-year hiatus, the Georgetown Sunset Cinema outdoor movies series — hosted by the Georgetown Business Improvement District (BID) — will make its way […]

Summer Saturdays: Architecture

Tudor Place

This summer, families with children of all ages are invited to explore all that the garden at Tudor Place has to offer in a special weekly program. Each week will […]

$3 – $10

Silver Dog Days of Summer

Silver American Brasserie

Silver American Brasserie in Cathedral Commons is Celebrating Dog Days of Summer with Pups on the Patio Every Thursday WASHINGTON, Aug. 5, 2022—Silver, American Brasserie (3404 Wisconsin Ave., N.W.) welcomes […]