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Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch alongside local artist Mary Anne Matteson. This Sunday Sketch is offered in partnership with The Artists in Middleburg. Materials are provided. Please contact Anne Marie Paquette, the Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, to register for this […]
For nearly 40 years the Grammy-winning king of power ballads has rocked the stage with hits like “Summer of ’69,” “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You,” and “Heaven.” With the release of the new compilation album Ultimate (2017), Adams shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon.
An unparalleled charity golf tournament at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club! Join PGA Tour Professional and Maryland-native Fred Funk, along with NBC Sports Washington Chick Hernandez, for a wonderful day of golf. Fred Funk will lead a short game clinic, and TaylorMade and Callaway will bring their newest clubs to demo. Fantastic raffle, online […]
Join us for a morning of FREE fun on Wednesdays this summer! Enjoy live music, magicians, puppet shows, petting zoos and more. Locations vary. June 20: Super-sized Kick Off Petting Zoo and vehicles of the Loudoun Police Department. Hosted outside on Tupper Way. June 27: Everyone’s favorite — Rocknocerous — performs. Hosted in the Village […]
“Be Our Guest” for two enchanted evenings featuring Disney’s animated classic shown on huge screens with an all-star cast performing the Oscar- and Grammy-winning songs live-to-film!
Dive into Dumbarton and grow your little ones love of history! This 10-week summer program is 45-minute and is geared towards children ages 3-5 and their parent/caregiver. Each week, take a mini-tour of our historic property, then interact with fun activities, crafts, and games. June 7 – August 9, 2018, Thursdays, 10am $5/child, FREE/Family Museum […]
“Be Our Guest” for two enchanted evenings featuring Disney’s animated classic shown on huge screens with an all-star cast performing the Oscar- and Grammy-winning songs live-to-film!
FIND TICKETS For over two decades, Disney has astonished millions worldwide with theatrical productions that both entertain and amaze. Now, in celebration of 20 years on Broadway, and in collaboration with Columbia Artists Management LLC, audiences can experience the magic of Disney's Broadway Hits with an unforgettable night of music. Performed by a live symphony […]
Start your Wednesday mornings on the rooftop of the Watergate Hotel for an energizing vinyasa yoga flow, with elements of mindful meditation while taking in stunning, panoramic views of the Potomac River. Afterwards, refresh yourself with a choice from a variety of cold-pressed juices.
Best known for his high-quality songwriting filled with wit and charm, Lyle Lovett has built a career “on the reputation of his live shows, which routinely sell out theaters and concert halls coast to coast” (The New York Times).
An opportunity for end-of-summer savings.
Renowned and beloved singer, songwriter, and performer Mary Chapin Carpenter will return to Wolf Trap for a special performance. Carpenter has won five Grammy Awards and is a 2012 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee.
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 […]
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 mindfulness - challenging the body physically while bringing focus and calmness to the mind. Afterwards, enjoy a breakfast buffet brunch that includes scrambled eggs, sausages, in-house cured smoked salmon, market […]
ABBA The Concert continues to be the top ABBA tribute group in the world, dazzling audiences with fantastic performances of ABBA’s iconic hits including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes All,” “Waterloo,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme,”and “Dancing Queen.”
Start your Wednesday mornings on the rooftop of the Watergate Hotel for an energizing vinyasa yoga flow, with elements of mindful meditation while taking in stunning, panoramic views of the Potomac River. Afterwards, refresh yourself with a choice from a variety of cold-pressed juices.
Join us for a morning of FREE fun on Wednesdays this summer! Enjoy live music, magicians, puppet shows, petting zoos and more. Locations vary. June 20: Super-sized Kick Off Petting Zoo and vehicles of the Loudoun Police Department. Hosted outside on Tupper Way. June 27: Everyone’s favorite — Rocknocerous — performs. Hosted in the Village […]
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame R&B trio, The O’Jays, best known for “Love Train” is joined by seven-time Grammy winner Gladys Knight of “Midnight Train to Georgia” fame […]
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 […]
Join us for our communal dinner under the stars as we recapture the sense of camaraderie and merriment unique to the centuries-old Palio di Siena horse race festivities.
For more than 25 years Alan Jackson’s music has provided a soundtrack for American life. Hits like “Remember When,” “Drive,” and “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)” have […]
“New Orleans jazz-funk alchemist” (The Guardian) Trombone Shorty knows how to get the party started with genre-busting street rhythms and brass-filled jams that pay tribute to the history of the […]
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 […]
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
“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.
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 […]
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 mindfulness - 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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Ben's Chili Bowl 60th anniversary.
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
An excuse to enjoy doughnuts and coffee.
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, […]
Join professional tour guide Dwane Starlin and view the parts of Georgetown involved in conflicts during the "Second Revolutionary War," including Dumbarton House!
August 25 12-3pm Celebrate Fall with BCBG Join us for a Fall Fashion Preview Fashion, Cocktails and Fun
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 management roles. We will focus on the tools, resources, and skills needed to develop successful leaders. Successful restaurateurs agree that one of the best ways […]
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, […]
Celebrating a Middleburg resort and spa.
A celebration of D.C. creators and entrepreneurs.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.”
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 […]
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.
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
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 path forward. Taste 6 exceptional wines while grazing on specialties from i Ricchi’s Antipasto Table. $39(exclusive tax & tip).
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.
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 […]
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 p.m. - Wine & Hors d’Oeuvres(Cash Bar) RSVP by September 4 - Visit greenhillvineyards.com/reservations and search by date. This event features a Polo Fashion Preview […]
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.
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.
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
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 […]
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 […]
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, and see examples of women athletes riding in 4 centuries of art! Free admission to the demonstration AND the Museum galleries, fun for all ages.
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.
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 National Sporting Library & Museum. Ticket options include the Founder’s Pavilion with a seated lunch, tailgates, and general admission – there are many ways to […]
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.
10 percent of proceeds go to Family Matters.
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 […]
Rachel Goslins of the Smithsonian's Arts and Industries Building will be speaking at the event. RSVP Richard Selden at richard@georgetowner.com.
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 the National Mall. She will share the current plans to bring this National Historic Landmark, built in 1881, back to life as a space for […]
A shopping extravaganza.
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 by D.C.-based folk/pop duo Sweater Set, handcrafted goods and animal encounters.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 Scottish Heritage? Come and look up your family Tartan and try your hand at draping a kilt. In Partnership with The Saint Andrews Society and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 by nomadic women through family-friendly tours of A Nomad’s Art: Kilims of Anatolia
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 paced arena polo here at Great Meadow. Join us at Greenhill Stadium in The Plains, VA Saturday nights for Twilight Polo at Great Meadow! We […]
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 […]
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 the stars at Historic Great Falls Tavern. This year, guests will enjoy great food, libations, a campfire, unique auction items, music and dancing with The […]
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 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 […]
A fundraiser to support mentoring programs.
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 the Present. With crucial elections coming up in November, hear Allan Lichtman, author of The Case for Impeachment and famously accurate presidential election prognosticator, teach […]
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.
A panel involving free expression and privacy.
A networking event for food and drink professionals and aspirants.
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 Hound, the elegantly turned-out Moore lived on a shoe-string budget, following the hounds and reporting on hunting characters from the 1930s to the 80s. In […]
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 20th in D.C. at its new location the Washington National Cathedral. Recognized as one of the top charity events in the DC region, the event […]
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. […]
Leon Harris will be hosting the event.
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 have gone above and beyond the call of duty to recover a missing or exploited child. This year, on September 20th, we are excited to […]
