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Breaking News: Alexander Hamilton & Greetings From Washington

George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum 701 21st Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Drawing on the vast history of Washington D.C., two complementary exhibitions will look at how one man played a role in bringing the U.S. capital where it is and how […]

Twilight Polo

Great Meadow Foundation 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA, United States

May 19 Twilight Polo - Gates open at 5:30pm - $30 at the gate or $25 prior www.greatmeadow.org/tickets Theme - Military Appreciation Night & 25th Anniversary Party Food - Foster's […]

$30

Plaza Party

Village at Leesburg Shopping Center 1602 Village Market Boulevard SE, Leesburg, VA, United States

Join us in the Village Plaza every Saturday from 6-8pm for live music and fun! Enjoy outdoor games, 12+ patios and dining options to continue the fun! Kids can play […]

Free

Live! Concert Series on the Plaza

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

From salsa to strings, and blues to swing, Live! Concert Series on the Plaza features hot entertainment in a cool, open-air atmosphere. From noon-1:00pm, join us for free lunchtime performances […]

Free

The Puppet Co.: 35 Years of Enchantment

Park View Gallery, Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United States

Over the past 35 years, the principals of the Puppet Co. - Allan Stevens, Christopher Piper and MayField Piper - have created over twenty-five major productions illustrating the breadth and importance of puppetry as an art form, one with special appeal to children and family audiences. They have presented over 12,000 performances to a total […]

Free

Organic Growth: Meaghan Busch and Annalisa Leonessa

Stone Tower Gallery Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, United States

The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Organic Growth. Print artist Meaghan Busch and fiber artist Annalisa Leonessa combine in this unique show about growth. Busch’s growth is through hard times – from dealing with the mental decline of a parent and becoming a parent. This body of work is bittersweet, embracing hard […]

Free

Sam Kittner Panoramic Photography Exhibit at Fred Schnider Gallery of Art

Fred Schnider Gallery of Art 888 N. Quincy Street, Arlington, VA, United States

The Fred Schnider Gallery of Art showcases its newest exhibit, “A Broader Sense of Place,” Panoramic Photographs by DC photographer Sam Kittner, open now through September 8, 2018 with an artist reception and talk on August 23. The exhibit and artist talk are open to the public. Exhibit: Thursdays through Sundays until September 8, 2018 […]

Free

Olsen Shop Opening

Lord & Taylor 5255 Western Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

Welcoming our newest partner Olsen to Lord & Taylor, Chevy Chase Olsen's fashion is made for women who follow the spirit of the time without being fashion victims - taking […]

Free

Back To Campus

Lord & Taylor 5255 Western Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

August 18th 1-4pm Let us get you ready for the campus this season with Lord & Taylor’s hottest trends in fashion and cosmetics. Join us for light refreshments, a fashion presentation and music. Where : 5255 Western Ave NW Washington, DC One block from the Friendship Heights Metro Station

The Avett Brothers with Nicole Atkins

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virgina

“With echoes of old-timey string bands, singalong folk revivalists, boozy Americana roots rockers and big-box singer – songwriter softies” (Rolling Stone), The Avett Brothers make their Filene Center debut.

$45 – $75

Sunday Serenity Yoga

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

Local yoga instructors Alia Peera and Amy Mitchell host our 4th annual summer yoga series at Dumbarton House. Our grounds provide a serene, outdoor space for this 60 minute all-levels vinyasa flow class that should be fun and challenging for both experienced yogis and yoga skeptics alike! Attendees should bring their own mat and must […]

$5

Rooftop Yoga + Mimosa Brunch at The Watergate Hotel

The Watergate Hotel 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

Enjoy spectacular rooftop views as our master yoga instructor leads you through a truly transformative experience, combining elements​ ​of​ ​vinyasa​ ​yoga​, pilates, strength conditioning ​and​ ​mindful​ness - challenging the body physically while bringing focus and calmness to the mind. Afterwards, enjoy a breakfast buffet brunch that includes scrambled eggs, in-house cured smoked salmon, market fruit, […]

$55.00

The Revivalists with ZZ Ward

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virgina

Guided by dynamic percussion, punchy horns, feel-good lyrics, and contagious rhythms, The Revivalists skyrocketed to the top of the charts with their No. 1 hit “Wish I Knew You.” This New Orleans band, named in honor of the city’s recovery post-Katrina, was named Billboard’s Top New Rock Artist of 2017.

$35 – $55

Jeff Beck and Ann Wilson of Heart

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

One of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time” (Rolling Stone) and two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jeff Beck shares the stage with rock goddess Ann Wilson of Heart for an evening of iconic hits.

$35 – $75

One-Day UVA: The Bay Game

VCU Rice Rivers Center 3701 John Tyler Memorial Hwy, Charles City, VA, United States

The Bay Game is a large-scale participatory simulation based on the Chesapeake Bay watershed. This hands-on simulation allows players to assume the roles of stakeholders, such as farmers, developers, watermen, […]

$125

Michael McDonald and Peter Cetera

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

Whether solo or as a member of The Doobie Brothers or the Dukes of September, Michael McDonald has achieved inestimable success and remains one of the world’s most distinctive voices. The singer of “I Keep Forgettin’ (Every Time You’re Near)” and “Show You the Way” is joined by former Chicago singer and bass player Peter […]

$35 – $80

Sam Kittner Panoramic Photography Exhibit & Artist Reception at Fred Schnider Gallery of Art

VA, United States

The Fred Schnider Gallery of Art showcases its newest exhibit, “A Broader Sense of Place,” Panoramic Photographs by DC photographer Sam Kittner, open now through September 8, 2018 with an artist reception and talk on August 23. The exhibit and artist talk are open to the public. Exhibit: Thursdays through Sundays until September 8, 2018 […]

Free

Dawes with Shovels & Rope and Joseph

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

Drawing on the “folksy, confessional vibe of Seventies Laurel Canyon singer-songwriters like Jackson Browne,” (Rolling Stone) Dawes creates breezy and emotional songs that converge retro California vibes with contemporary folk rock. Sister-trio Joseph and husband-and-wife duo Shovels & Rope kick off the night with perfect harmonies and “booming melodies, break-neck lyricism and a robust take […]

$30 – $55

Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virgina

In a career spanning six decades, Frankie Valli has sold over 100 million records (including “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Sherry,” and “Grease”) and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, all while performing to packed houses all around world.

$30 – $75

Dolley Day

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

As the British marched closer on August 24th, 1814, Dolley Madison fled her beloved White House, taking refuge with the Carroll’s at Dumbarton House. Enjoy special self-guided tours Friday, Saturday, and Sunday featuring special collection and archived documents related to the Madisons. On Saturday bring the family and play historic lawn games, make ice cream, […]

Free

Georgetown Walking Tour: War of 1812

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

Join professional tour guide Dwane Starlin and view the parts of Georgetown involved in conflicts during the "Second Revolutionary War," including Dumbarton House!

$18 – $20

Celebrate Fall With BCBG

Lord & Taylor 5255 Western Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

August 25 12-3pm Celebrate Fall with BCBG Join us for a Fall Fashion Preview Fashion, Cocktails and Fun

KIDZ BOP Live 2018

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virgina

KIDZ BOP Live 2018 is the ultimate family concert experience, “sung by kids for kids.” The KIDZ BOP Kids headline this new show, performing some of today’s biggest hit songs that have also kept them at the top of the US Kids charts for over 15 years.

$30 – $70

Pursuit of Color: Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro

Stone Tower Gallery Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, United States

The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Pursuit of Color by Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro. This exhibition presents recent oils and pastels from artist Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro about the elusive nature of color. Gonzalo finds his inspiration in how light reveals reality and how it affects the color we see in objects and landscapes. […]

Free

Sunday Serenity Yoga

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

Local yoga instructors Alia Peera and Amy Mitchell host our 4th annual summer yoga series at Dumbarton House. Our grounds provide a serene, outdoor space for this 60 minute all-levels vinyasa flow class that should be fun and challenging for both experienced yogis and yoga skeptics alike! Attendees should bring their own mat and must […]

$5

Tzuyi Chen Piano Recital: Tributes to Great Musicians During Wartime

National Cathedral School Grace Chapel 3612 Woodley Rd., NW, Washington, United States

Come join the musical journey with acclaimed Taiwanese pianist Tzu-yi Chen in her 2018 fall recital as she pays tribe to iconic works by greatest classical composers during wartime. Inspired by music’s power to overcome difficulties in troubled times over the centuries, the musician hopes to take classical music fans to reflect on the pursuit […]

$8 – $59

Bollywood Boulevard: A Journey Through Hindi Cinema

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

Bollywood Boulevard—a harmonious fusion of live music, dance, and film—leads audiences from the birth of Hindi cinema to present day. Experience the spirit, artistry, and history of India’s famous film industry from the classics of the black and white era and the timeless songs of Bollywood’s Golden Era to the foot-tapping blockbusters of today. Inspired […]

$25 – $55

From Hourly to Salary: Advancing Top Performing Employees to Management

WeWork NavyYard 80 M Street, SE, Washington, DC, United States

Please join Savor Strategies and featured speakers Andrew Limberg of Rose's Restaurant Group and Ellen Kassoff Gray of Equinox Restaurant, to learn how to transition your top performing employees into […]

$125

DC Shorts Film Festival

E Street Cinema 555 11th Street, NW, washington, DC, United States

DC Shorts Film Festival and Screenplay Competition is an award-winning, internationally recognized film festival held every September in Washington, DC. DC Shorts kicks off its 15th anniversary year on Thursday, September 6, and runs through Sunday, September 16, 2018. With filmmakers and film-lovers traveling the globe to attend, an array of festival offerings includes multiple […]

$15.00

2018 Nation’s Escape Triathlon

CA, United States

This year will mark the 13th year of this annual event. An elite field of 35 professional athletes, the most ever, including Olympian and seven-time IRONMAN Champion Andy Potts, Olympian […]

Kenny G and The Tenors

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

For over three decades, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G has grafted elements of R&B, pop, and Latin to a jazz foundation solidifying his reputation as the premiere artist in contemporary jazz. Similarly creating a powerful crossover sound, award-winning classical and contemporary pop group The Tenors returns to Wolf Trap with undeniable charm and diverse vocal […]

$30 – $65

Open Late Concert Series

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and join us the last Friday of the month, May – August from 6:00-8:00pm on the NSLM lawn for live music. Concessions and cash bar available. Also enjoy free admission to our museum! The August 31st concert will feature the Piedmont Symphony Orchestra, playing classical and show tunes […]

Free

Gavin DeGraw and Phillip Phillips

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virgina

Experience a night of soulful music from a pair of gifted singer-songwriters featuring multi-platinum performer Gavin DeGraw known for “Not Over You” and “I Don’t Want to Be” and American Idol winner Phillip Phillips acclaimed for radio hits like “Home” and “Gone, Gone, Gone.”

$30 – $60

Virginia Scottish Games

Great Meadow Foundation 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA, United States

September 1-2 Virginia Scottish Games - Gates open at 9:00am - Tickets available at the gate Celebrate Scottish and Celtic heritage at this dog-friendly, family-friendly 2-day event. Gates open to the general public at 9 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. both days. Please see the schedules on website for more detail. Dogs are welcome […]

Vessels From Our Trees

Popcorn Gallery at the Glen Echo 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United States

Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Vessels From Our Trees. This exhibition showcases work from three woodturning organizations around the area: Montgomery County Woodturners, Chesapeake Woodturners, and Mid-Maryland Woodturners. A wide variety of woodturning skills will be displayed through vases, platters, bowls and many more designs. This show is juried by Jane and […]

Free

Ziggy Marley and Steel Pulse with Tribal Seeds

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

An eight-time Grammy winner, Emmy winner, humanitarian, singer, songwriter, and producer, Ziggy Marley is one of the most successful reggae artists ever. Joining Ziggy Marley is one of Bob Marley’s favorite bands, Grammy-winning Steel Pulse. For one night only, experience an evening filled with messages of love and justice for all people.

$35 – $60

Sunday Sketch

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch alongside local artist Ruth Anna Stolk. Materials are provided. Please contact Anne Marie Paquette, the Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, to register for this program: APaquette@NationalSporting.org, (540) 687-6542 ext. 25

Free

First Class: Beginning Mandarin

2712 Wisconsin Avenue NW

The Yangguang Chinese Language Club is offering an affordable nine-week beginner's Chinese language course this fall. The purpose of this program, hosted in Glover Park on Tuesday evenings through Oct. 30, is to be proficient enough to speak around 150 word. Tuition is $299. For details, visit yangguangconsulting.com. 2712 Wisconsin Ave. NW.

$299

Taste & Graze with the Wines of Pio Cesare

Ristorante i Ricchi 1220 19th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Meet an icon of Italian wine culture, Pio Boffa, and his daughter, Federica, representing the next generation of Italian vintners, as they introduce their renowned wines and talk of the […]

$39

Interactive Intermediate Chinese Class for Adults

2712 Wisconsin Avenue NW

The Yangguang Chinese Language Club is offering an affordable nine-week intermediate Chinese language course this fall. The purpose of this program, hosted in Glover Park on Wednesday evenings through Oct. 31, is to be proficient enough to speak around 300 words and apply basic Chinese in daily life. Tuition is $299. For details, visit yangguangconsulting.com […]

$299

5 Seconds of Summer: Meet You There Tour

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virgina

Hailed as the “biggest new rock act in the world” (Rolling Stone) with hits like “Want You Back,” “Amnesia,” and “She’s Kinda Hot,” 5 Seconds of Summer (5SOS) is the only band in history to see its first two full length studio albums enter the Billboard 200 at No. 1.

$46.60 – $86.60

2018 Butterfly Bash

Washington National Cathedral 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

On Friday, October 19 at the Washington National Cathedral, DC non-profit Fair Chance is hosting the 16th annual Butterfly Bash gala. Guests will enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while strengthening the sustainability and performance of local community based nonprofits. NBC4 TODAY morning anchor Eun Yang will emcee, and the […]

$200

Meet the Players at Greenhill Winery & Vineyards

Greenhill Winery & Vineyards 23595 Winery Ln, Middleburg, VA, United States

Join us in welcoming the 2018 Polo Classic players to Middleburg! Greenhill Winery & Vineyards will host a “Meet the Players” event on Thursday, September 6 from 6:30 - 8:30 […]

Free

Alanis Morissette

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road`, Vienna, Virginia

With sales of over 60 million albums worldwide, Alanis Morissette is one of the most influential singer-songwriter-musicians in contemporary music. Her deeply expressive music (including “Ironic” and “You Oughta Know”) and performances have earned vast critical praise including seven Grammy Awards, 14 Canadian Juno Awards, and an induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.

$45 – $80

Ian Anderson Presents Jethro Tull 50th Anniversary Tour

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virgina

Led by flautist and vocalist Ian Anderson, Jethro Tull celebrates 50 years of being one of the most successful live performing acts on the world stage with over 30 albums (including Benefit, Aqualung, and Thick As A Brick) and sales totaling more than 50 million.

$35 – $95

Holistic Wellness Expo of Hampton Roads

Newport News Marriott at City Center 740 Town Center Dr., Newport News, VA, United States

Bringing together the best of Holistic, Natural Living, Alternative and Complementary Health, Spirituality, Green and Sustainable Product Choices. Sample and purchase services and products – Attend live workshops. Modalities include Holistic Physicians, Naturopath, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Energy Healing – Reiki, Healing Touch, Yoga, Hypnotists, Meditation, Spirit Art, Aromatherapy, Etc..COME AND EXPERIENCE THE DIVERSITY OF WELLNESS

Free

Rosslyn Jazz Fest

Gateway Park 1300 Lee Hwy, Arlington, VA, United States

For the past 28 years, the Rosslyn Jazz Fest has taken over all of the three-acre, urban Gateway Park. Last year, this much-anticipated annual event drew more than 10,000 music fans to the park for a day of dynamic, free performances. Come to hear live music performed by some of the biggest names in jazz […]

Free

LEARNING FROM LABORINTUS

Washington Printmakers Gallery 1675 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

LEARNING FROM LABORINTUS Curator: Ira Tattelman An exhibit featuring four DC and five Roman printmakers - 25 total works. The show is open from August 30 to September 23. Preview reception on September 1, 3-5pm. Opening reception on September 8, 3-5pm. Artist talk on September 23, 1-3pm. This Sister Cities exchange was funded in part […]

Free

Historic Sidesaddle Demonstration on the Lawn

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Have you ever seen someone "riding sideways"? In celebration of NSLM's newest exhibition, Sidesaddle, NSLM will host reenactors demonstrating sidesaddle riding in colonial attire and antique tack. Meet the riders, […]

Free

For U: A Symphonic Celebration of Prince

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

Curated by Questlove, the musicians who performed with Prince throughout his career come together for one evening to honor the earth-shattering, genre-smashing musician behind “Purple Rain,” “Kiss,” “When Doves Cry,” and countless other hits.

$30 – $60

8th Annual Polo Classic

Venue: Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA 20198 Join us on Sunday, September 9, 2018 for a great day of exciting, high-stakes polo in support of the […]

$40

Water / ماء : Trespassing Liquid Highways

Gallery 102 500 17th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

This exhibition brings together five artists who examine human movements within water borders around the Caribbean and Mediterranean archipelagos form multi-layered perspectives. With hurricane Maria sweeping up the Caribbean and the current migration crisis in the Mediterranean resulting in increased deaths, slavery, and xenophobia towards Africans, Muslims, and displaced communities, this exhibit underscores the geographical […]

Free

Poetry Luncheon with Geraldine Connolly

Arts Club of Washington 2017 I Street NW, DC, Washington, DC, United States

The Arts Club of Washington will host a poetry reading and luncheon featuring Geraldine Connolly on Sept. 27, 2018, at noon. Ms. Connolly will read from her new book Aileron and then take questions from the audience during the lunch that follows. Open to members of the public but RSVP required. RSVP at www.artsclubofwashington.org.

Profs & Pints: Your Brain on Politics

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

Profs and Pints presents: "Your Brain on Politics," with Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at George Washington University and co-author of The Molecule of More. How are political beliefs determined? We typically assume that ideology is the product of reason informed by upbringing and culture. But could there be another […]

$12 – $15

September Cultural Leadership Breakfast

George Town Club

Rachel Goslins of the Smithsonian's Arts and Industries Building will be speaking at the event. RSVP Richard Selden at richard@georgetowner.com.

Cultural Leadership Breakfast Series Presented by Georgetown Media Group

The George Town Club 1530 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

Executive director of the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities from 2009 to 2015, Rachel Goslins is director of the Arts and Industries Building, the second-oldest Smithsonian museum on […]

$20 – $25

Zoo Uncorked, Sponsored by Total Wine & More

Smithsonian's National Zoo

Savor wines from esteemed vintners from the D.C. area and beyond, all while supporting the life-saving efforts at the Zoo and worldwide. At this wild event, enjoy an acoustic show […]

What Were We Watching? Americans’ Responses to Nazism through Cinema, Radio, and Media

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW, Washington, DC, United States

Stories about World War II and the persecution of Europe’s Jews were a constant presence in American movie theaters and living rooms throughout the 1930–40s. Award-winning films such as Mrs. Miniver, The Great Dictator, and Casablanca shaped Americans’ understanding of the Nazi threat, while newsreels and radio programs offered a brief glimpse into world events […]

Free

Social Media Week Fairfax

Capital One Headquarters 1680 Capital One Drive, McLean, United States

It’s no secret that Fairfax County and the Metro DC region is thriving in the world of startups and technology, which makes the DMV the perfect place for Social Media Week Fairfax. Social Media Week (SMW) is a leading news platform that curates and shares the best ideas, innovations and insight into how social media […]

$20 – $50

Symposium: Material Culture and the Holocaust

U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW, Washington, DC, United States

How do the things we leave behind tell the story of a life? Material culture—the study of ordinary objects—is another way to study complex traumatic histories such as the Holocaust. Experts in the diverse fields of material culture and Holocaust studies will address the major developments in their research over the past 20 years; the […]

Free

Scotch Tasting

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

Celebrate Georgetown’s Scottish Heritage with a Scotch Tasting at Scottish Heritage Night at Dumbarton House. Guests will enjoy live music, food, broadsword demonstrations and dance performances. Not sure of your […]

$20 – $30

Sidesaddle: Women in Early Modern Art

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Elegance, power, and grace come to life in the artwork on exhibition in Sidesaddle, 1690-1935. Women athletes and amateurs across time adapted to changing tack technology and social mores to join the hunt field and competitive races alike. On September 14th join cocurator Dr. Ulrike Weiss, Lecturer at the University of St. Andrews and 2016 […]

$10,

Paul Stanley of KISS to Exhibit Artwork

wentworth gallery 7101 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, Bethesda, MD, United States

Wentworth Gallery is honored to present a Collection of works from legendary Musician and Fine Artist Paul Stanley of KISS. The Collection of original paintings, mixed media originals, limited edition prints, and hand-painted acrylic sculptures is currently being showcased in Wentworth Gallery locations throughout the United States. The iconic rocker will be making a series […]

Free

Celebration of Textiles: Turkey

The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum 701 21st Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

The museum’s 39th-annual family festival celebrates the textile arts and cultures of Turkey. Watch local artists weave, spin, embroider, and more; enjoy traditional dance performances; and explore spectacular rugs woven […]

Free

2018 GLOBAL BHAGAVAD GITA CONVENTION

george George Mason University Center for the Arts 4373 Mason Pond Dr. Fairfax, VA 22030 4373 Mason Pond Dr. , Fairfax, VA 22030, Fairfax, Virginia, Virgin Islands (U.S.)

Global Bhagavad Gita Convention (GBGC) is a free event which is organized by Center for Inner Resources Development – North America (CIRD-NA), a global Knowledge Institution on September 15th & 16th 2018 in Washington DC Metro Area at George Mason University, Center for the Arts, 4373 Mason Pond Dr., Fairfax, VA 22030 GBGC will showcase […]

Free

Coffee with the Curator

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Can't wait to get a look at NSLM's newest exhibition, Sidesaddle, 1690-1935? Join cocurator Dr. Ulrike Weiss, Lecturer at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland and 2016 John H. Daniels Fellow, for an informal tour of the show with special focus on social changes and the role of women in art and in the […]

$5

Home on Cameron to Host Local Artists John and Lena Murray during King Street Art Festival in Old Town Alexandria

Home on Cameron 315 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Home on Cameron, located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria at 315 Cameron Street, will host two local artists — John and Lena Murray, during the 16th annual King Street Art Festival on Saturday, September 15 and Sunday, September 16th. John and Lena Murray will be painting onsite at the Home on Cameron showroom […]

Free

ASO’s 75th Anniversary Celebration Concert

Virginia Theological Seminary Campus 3737 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA, United States

ASO’s 75th Anniversary Celebration Concert Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 4pm Virginia Theological Seminary Campus 3737 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22304 James Ross, conductor Copland: Outdoor Overture Rodgers & Hammerstein: selections from Sound of Music Tchaikovsky: selections from Swan Lake Gould: American Salute Brahms: Academic Festival Overture Tickets: Lawn $20 adult/$5 youth, VIP tickets also […]

$5 – $20

Twilight Polo

Great Meadow Foundation 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA, United States

Twilight Polo Fiesta Night - Gates open at 5:30 PM Twilight Polo celebrates its Silver Anniversary in 2018! Since 1993, Twilight Polo has bought the community together to watch fast […]

$25

Art Exhibit and Artists’ Reception

Foundry Gallery 2118 8th St NW, Washington, DC, United States

à deux A Collection of Collaborative Works by Charlene Nield and Ann Pickett September 5 - 30, 2018 Artists' reception Saturday, September 15, 6 - 8 pm Painting side-by-side in a meeting of creative minds, Charlene Nield and Ann Pickett present à deux, a collection of collaborative works focused on the figure, with strong elements […]

Free

Park After Dark

Great Falls Historic Tavern 11710 Macarthur Blvd., Po, MD, United States

Celebrate the C&O Canal at Park After Dark on Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 6:00pm – 10:00pm! Park After Dark is the C&O Canal Trust’s annual gala fundraiser, held under […]

http://www.canaltrust.org/park-after-dark/

Washington Bach Consort presents “Handel & Bach: Sing a New Song”

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

Johann Sebastian Bach Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied, BWV 190 George Frideric Handel Ode for St. Cecilia’s Day, HWV 76 J.S. Bach Magnificat, BWV 243 Join the Consort as we celebrate the opening of our 41st season and welcome our new Artistic Director. Bach’s cantata for the New Year, Singet dem Herrn ein neues […]

Profs & Pints: The Women of “Hamilton”

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

Profs and Pints presents: "The Women of 'Hamilton,'" with Cassandra Good, assistant professor of history at Marymount University and author of Founding Friendships: Friendships Between Men and Women in the Early American Republic. The musical Hamilton isn’t just about the founding fathers—it features strong women of the period as well. But what was really going […]

$12 – $15

Profs & Pints: Our Threatened Vote

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

Profs and Pints presents: "Our Threatened Vote," with Allan J. Lichtman, distinguished professor of history at American University and author of The Embattled Vote in America: From the Founding to […]

$12 – $15

Sunrise Yoga

The Observation Deck 1201 Wilson Blvd #214, Arlington, VA, United States

Enjoy our Sunrise Yoga class on The Observation Deck Terrace. Please bring your own yoga mat, no mats will be provided. Doors open at 5:45 a.m.

New World Borders

New America

A panel involving free expression and privacy.

Sixth Annual Entrée DC Conference

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

A networking event for food and drink professionals and aspirants.

Meet the Author with Alastair Jackson

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Join NSLM and author Alastair Jackson for a presentation on his newest publication, Lady of the Chase, The Life and Hunting Diaries of Daphne Moore. Longtime reporter in Horse and […]

$10,

Cosmo Couture 2018 – Fashion & Interior Design Event (9th Annual)

Washington National Cathedral 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Washington Metro City Center (WMCC) of the International Interior Design Association Mid-Atlantic Chapter (IIDA MAC), today announced that the 9th Annual Cosmo Couture will take place on Thursday, September […]

Profs & Pints: D.C.’s Impressionism

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

Profs and Pints presents: "D.C.'s Impressionism," with Rebecca Jeffrey Easby, associate professor or art history and chair of the Fine Arts Program at Trinity Washington University. Washington is home to many famous works of French Impressionism. To truly appreciate them, it's helpful to know just how revolutionary and controversial such images were in their day. […]

$12 – $15

2018 Heroes’ Awards at Nats Park!

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

Come join the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at Nationals Park for the 2018 Heroes’ Awards! Every year, NCMEC is proud to honor those law enforcement heroes who […]

My Party Will Go On

National Geographic Museum

A 90s-themed party, alongside an exhibition on the Titanic.

Anderson Dance Studio Dance Costume Sale

Anderson Dance Studio 8452 Ardwick Ardmore Road, Suite B, Hyattsville, MD, United States

You're invited to Anderson Dance Studio's Dance Costume Blowout Sale! Visit our studio on Saturday, September 22nd and Saturday, September 29th from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm to find gently used children's costumes for solo dance performances or Halloween. See you there!

Free

DC Walk for the Animals

The Yards Park 355 Water Street SE, Washington, DC, United States

Show your support for DC's animals and register for this year's DC Walk for the Animals! Encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to join you by creating a Walk Team. […]

Laura Mercier Hair & Make-Up Touchups at Lord & Taylor! 

Lord & Taylor 5255 Western Ave, DC, NY, United States

Laura Mercier is creating an unique experience for all Lord & Taylor customers! Join us for the opportunity to receive custom hair and makeup touchups, featuring Laura Mercier new key products, for a professional […]

Free

Brews, Booze & Bites

Tudor Place

Our popular food festival outdoors at Tudor Place in Georgetown features heritage food and drink, outdoor music and games, and ties to local history. Back by popular demand: the Foggy […]

$35 – $45

Brews, Booze & Bites

The third annual Brews, Booze & Bites is Saturday, September 22 from 1 pm to 4 pm. Spend the first day of fall in the historic gardens of Tudor Place […]

$6 – $45

Twilight Polo

Great Meadow Foundation 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA, United States

Twilight Polo Grande Finale - Gates open at 5:30 PM Twilight Polo celebrates its Silver Anniversary in 2018! Since 1993, Twilight Polo has bought the community together to watch fast […]

$25

NSO Gala

The Kennedy Center

Space-related music pieces will be performed at the event.

You’ve Got A Friend: A Singer-Songwriter Celebration

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater 1101 Sixth Street SW, Washington D.C., DC, United States

The American Pops Orchestra's Season 4 Opener will be an evening of music by the greatest American singer-songwriters: James Taylor, Carol King, Joni, Mitchell, Joan Baez and more.

$25 – $75