Salem NJ 350th Anniversary Celebration
Salem, NJ is celebrating its 350th anniversary with Lenape guests, Quaker and Underground Railroad reenactors, and live music indoors and outdoors for this day-long event in the historic district of […]
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Salem, NJ is celebrating its 350th anniversary with Lenape guests, Quaker and Underground Railroad reenactors, and live music indoors and outdoors for this day-long event in the historic district of […]
In honor of the exhibition Photography and the Black Arts Movement: 1955-1985, literary activist E. Ethelbert Miller presents on Amiri Baraka’s Black Magic Poetry 1961-1967 and the influence of the […]
The Black Cat Ball is the Official Party of the International Edgar Allan Poe Festival & Awards. This year’s Black Cat Ball is a Mesmeric Masquerade, a triple invocation of […]
Work with Trap Bob, who utilizes digital illustration and animation to share stories and bridge the gap between her message and her audience. You’ll explore both mediums and walk away with inspiration […]
Step into a serene space where art and mindfulness meet. This 75-minute beginner-friendly session invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself—surrounded by the contemplative beauty of […]
An event to advance the cybersecurity workforce through leadership, innovation, and inclusion.
Thursdays, October 9 to November 20. 2025 - 6 to 8 pm This course is designed to help participants get comfortable with drawing, painting and mixed media. Through a series […]
This isn’t fiction. These are true stories from moments when something just felt... off. Someone sees something they can’t explain. A normal night shifts. Suddenly, nothing feels real. That’s what […]
Quilt Show and Artisan Boutique Friday, October 10, 2025 – 9 am to 6 pm and Saturday, October 11, 2025 – 9 am to 4 pm NeedleChasers of Chevy Chase […]
A New World Márquez Guitar Concerto with Pablo Sainz-Villegas, guitar Friday, October 10, 2025 and Saturday, October 11, 2025 7:30 PM at Maryland Hall MUSIC PROGRAM Reinaldo Moya Polo Romanesco […]
Join the DC Chamber Musicians as we launch our 2025-26 season with a collection of beautiful modern and contemporary works. The program lasts 90 minutes, with one 10 minute intermission On the program: Eric Ewazen Roaring Fork Quintet for Wind Instruments Darius Milhaud Suite for Violin, Clarinet and Piano Alan Hovhaness Lake Samish Sergei Prokofiev Flute Sonata in D major The historic Lyceum is located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Small lot with limited parking available. Metered street parking generally available. King St. Metro station is about 12 blocks away.
As autumn begins and the air turns crisp, let's gather to honor this season of transition through the art of scroll-making. Using journaling and collage, you’ll create a personal scroll […]
Hear legendary French harpsichordist Pierre Hantaï perform the sumptuous, stately, and oh! so compelling music of G.F. Handel in the elegant, intimate Ballroom of the Embassy of France's La Maison […]
Grammy-nominated artist and bestselling author Jessie Reyez will be in DC on Wednesday, October 15 for a one-night-only book talk at Lincoln Theatre celebrating her latest poetry collection, The People's […]
Join us for a virtual panel exploring the concept of accessibility in urban infrastructure and design. Panelists will discuss urban accessibility as a critical component of city life that impacts […]
"Disarming Girls" tells the extraordinary true story of Hannie Schaft, Truus Oversteegen, and Freddie Oversteegen—three young women who became unexpected heroes of the Dutch resistance in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands. As […]
The National Cryptologic Foundation will host an Education Summit on Cyber Education on Friday, October 17, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Technology Advancement Center (TAC) at 7000 […]
Join the C&O Canal Trust on October 18, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, to help preserve and protect the C&O Canal National Historical Park! Volunteers provide critical assistance in […]
Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. and Sunday, October 19, 2025 from 10:00 A.M.– 2:00 P.M. Explore dry point technique to create your monoprint artwork. In […]
Celebrate Away’s Aluminum Edge Collection with free coffee at The Concierge Cafe! The first 20 people to attend will receive a $50 Away gift card + while you’re there, enter […]
Before it was a part of Washington, DC, Georgetown was an independent, bustling port city that boasted thriving trades in many goods, including slaves. At one point African Americans counted […]
The Washington Folk Festival returns this year after a one-year hiatus on October 19, 12noon to 9:00pm. Now a one-day event, expect a jam-packed roster full of dancing, storytelling, and […]
A rarely-discussed crisis in the worldwide Jewish community occurred during the Jewish emigration boom of 1880-1920. Eastern European Jewish girls and young women, desperate to change their circumstances, were being […]
An ill-fated artist, an Ambassador's wife, a spy codebreaker, and the most powerful woman in journalism...What do they all have in common? They were part of an exclusive club of […]
From the creators of the sold out District & Edinburgh Fringe show, Out of My Wheelhouse, comes an answer to the uncertain and ridiculous times we live in. An absurd […]
From October 24-27, visitors of all experience levels are invited to the property’s first-ever Mahjong Weekend with guest instructor Dana Lange, who brings her engaging teaching style to players of […]
The museum quality Seraphym Heirloom Rosaries, Unique Jewelry (in bronze and silver) and spectacular art were introduced in the US over 15 years ago. Artist and jewelry creator Arasely Rios […]
Young artists ages 3-5 and an adult companion are invited to spark their imagination as they explore the paintings, sculpture, and architecture of The Kreeger Museum. This program will include […]
Join us for our annual fall family program, Trick or Treat at Tudor Place. Enjoy treats in the garden, fall themed crafts, a potion (science) activity, face painting and more! Costumes are encouraged.
We are hosting our annual Book Fair this October and would love to get the word out to the wider Georgetown community. The day will include a book sale, bake […]
Join the National Museum of the American Indian to celebrate the opening of the exhibition "Water's Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe". Visitors are invited to experience the first major […]
Step into autumn with Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue at our 4th Annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25th — held right on our beautiful working farm, surrounded by our […]
Go behind the curtain with Washington National Opera! It’s World Opera Day, and you’re invited backstage at the Opera House. Take a behind-the-scenes tour, meet the people who bring opera […]
Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Congregation and Hindus for Human Rights invite you to a vibrant community celebration Saturday, October 25, 5:00-8:00 pm (doors open at 4:30 pm). Enjoy an evening of music, […]
Saúl Bitrán and Arón Bitrán, violin | Javier Montiel, viola | Álvaro Bitrán, cello Back by popular demand, our season opens with Mexico’s flagship chamber ensemble, the incredible Cuarteto Latinoamericano. […]
You're invited to our Trunk or Treat! Gather at at 12:00 PM in the Cedar Lane UU Culver Street parking lot for an afternoon of festive fun. Come dressed in […]
By Henrik Ibsen, in a new adaptation by Amy Herzog. Directed by János Szász. Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding Adaptation and recent Broadway sensation, Amy Herzog’s work unearths the […]
Step into the ultimate Halloween celebration at Lady Madison, located inside Le Meridien Washington, DC – The Madison! Our Witching Hour Social promises a night of spooky cocktails, a Halloween-inspired […]
This Halloween celebrate the BOO season on this zany journey around O Museum's secret gardens. Come in costume and have a spooktacular time exploring our secret gardens — decorated special […]
COMEDY MAGIC WITH MARK PHILLIPS LIVE EXPERIENCE THE EXTRAORDINARY – WHERE IMPOSSIBILITY BECOMES REALITY Welcome to the intimate and interactive experience that's transforming sophisticated venues into ground zero for the impossible. […]
Get ready to rock… and bleed! On October 31, Keegan unleashes LIZZIE, the ferocious punk-rock musical that rips the lid off the legend of Lizzie Borden. Fueled by rage, retribution, […]
TEDx MIDATLANTIC RETURNS TO DC NOVEMBER 1 WITH POWERFUL SLATE OF SPEAKERS Producer/Author Kwame Alexander, Author Michael McFaul, Strategist Joe Trippi, and Singer/Songwriter Crys Matthews Top This Year’s List Of […]
Using acrylic paint on glass and gel plates, participants will create expressive prints in both black & white and color. Drawing inspiration from abstract expressionist artists, the process encourages accessing […]
The American University Symphony Orchestra will play a variety of well-known classics from the Romantic era. The program will begin with Hector Berlioz' Hungarian March from "The Damnation of Faust," […]
Sherrilyn Ifill, professor of law and founding director of the 14th Amendment Center for Law and Democracy at Howard University, will deliver a Douglass Center for Leadership Through the Humanities […]
Most artists who try to paint are pretty good at drawing but struggle with the transition between drawing and painting. Fortunately, every artist, even going back hundreds of years, has […]
The future of fashion and textiles calls for both reflection and innovation. As the industry faces the challenges of overproduction, waste and cultural erosion, new opportunities are emerging to rethink […]
2025 marks the 25th Anniversary of Heroines of Washington. More than just an awards gala, this initiative celebrates women who make a meaningful impact beyond their job titles. This year […]
Walk to your neighborhood museum for a fun, family-friendly celebration of art, music, and architecture! This event is free and open to all with live jazz music and art-making activities. […]
DC area's own Davon Moseley (the wildly popular "Royale Eats" TikTok creator) will be at B&N Georgetown talking about his rise to fame and the best comfort food. Come celebrate with us!
Come help us celebrate the launch of Davon Moseley's debut cookbook, LET'S GET INTO IT: 130+ Comfort Food Recipes for Novice Cooks. The charismatic and wildly popular food content creator […]
As we celebrate four decades of unwavering dedication to supporting victims of crime, we invite you to join us in this momentous occasion that promises to be filled with inspiration, […]
The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) launches its 2025–2026 season with Parisian Dreams: Ravel and Saint-Saëns. This elegant evening transports audiences to the glamour and charm of turn-of-the-century Paris in a […]
From the American Revolution to Afghanistan, casualties of war arrive at the Pearly Gates, each one a ghostly witness to the 250-year history of the U.S. Marine Corps. Will these […]
The Gaithersburg Artist Collective's ever-popular, and much anticipated holiday show, "Treasures of the Season", runs from November 4th, 2025 to January 4th, 2026 at our gallery, Artists on Market. This […]
A one-night celebration of JET magazine’s legendary “Beauty of the Week.” Hosted by Chris Murray and special guest Jayne Kennedy at 1310 Kitchen & Bar.
Join us for the Albert H. Small D.C. History Symposium showcasing emerging scholars and their cutting-edge research on Washington, D.C. Held in honor of Mr. Small, who donated his vast […]
Food brings people together but not always how you’d expect. Behind every favorite dish, there’s tension, tradition, chaos, or comfort. Sometimes all of it at once. This show is about […]
A free one-hour talk given by Nikki O'Hagan, a Christian Science Practitioner and Lecturer. Christian Science explains Jesus' healings and teachings, giving us a new understanding of God and enabling […]
Nov.15-16, 2025 DONATED BOOK SALE Sponsored by the Georgetown Library Friends Thousands of high-quality used books for sale 100% newly donated -- no holdovers from other sales, no library culls. […]
Join us for Glen Echo Park’s annual Holiday Art Show & Sale! With so many unique gifts, it’s a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The […]
Join us for 'Cooking for Peace' and transform the way you perceive food! We all know the phrase you are what you eat, but we usually just think of the […]
Before it was a part of Washington, DC, Georgetown was an independent, bustling port city. At one point African Americans counted for as much as 30% of the Georgetown population. […]
In collaboration with Elijah Jamal Balbed, The Kreeger Museum is honored and thrilled to present Jazz at The Kreeger, a series that furthers our mission to share music across the […]
Join us for a moving and memorable evening of music, history, and culture as one of the world’s oldest Ukrainian male choirs takes the stage. For over six decades, the […]
One Night. One Voice. One Cry — Revive Us Lord! Join 10x Grammy nominee Tauren Wells, dynamic worship duo Garett & Kate, pastor/ founder of AWAKE America Dr. Michael Youssef […]
Zoom meeting, free for members of JGSGW. Nonmembers may register to attend for a fee of $10 The author of "How My Grandfather Stole a Shoe and Survived the Holocaust […]
Join us as the DCCO launches its 2025-26 season, themed "A World Mosaic", with "Musical Hues". On the program:: - Carl Nielsen Helios Overture - Dmitri Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. […]
Join us as the DCCO launches its 2025-26 season, themed A World Mosaic, with Musical Hues presenting the following works: - Carl Nielsen Helios Overture - Dmitri Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. 2, May Lim, Piano […]
Join Woodley House for a night at the movies! Our annual Movie Benefit raises critical funds to support Washingtonians who face mental illness and the risk of chronic homelessness. On […]
Watch short films that feature Indigenous stories and perspectives from across the Western Hemisphere. The museum’s Native Cinema Showcase is an annual celebration of the best in Native film. This […]
Join us for a panel discussion featuring artists and Anonymous Was a Woman grant recipients Jae Ko, linn meyers, Joyce J. Scott, and Renée Stout, Gaby Collins-Fernandez, and Anonymous Was […]
Join us for The Hoya’s 105th Anniversary Gala November 22 at Planet Word from 9 p.m. to midnight. Meet current staff, graduates and friends of The Hoya for a night […]
A heart-rending opus by acclaimed Jerusalem-based composer Danny Paller and NYTimes Jerusalem bureau staffer/researcher Myra Noveck, NOVEMBER 4 marks the 30th anniversary of an assassination that radically altered the course of […]
It's easy to forget, but individual artists and galleries are small businesses too! On Small Business Saturday this year, stop by Glen Echo Park to support its resident artists, plus […]
For Day With(out) Art 2025, Visual AIDS announces Meet Us Where We’re At, a program of six videos that forefront the experiences of drug users and harm reduction practices as they intersect with the ongoing HIV crisis. Commissioned videos by artists in Puerto Rico, Brazil, Nigeria, Germany, and Vietnam journey across a range of spaces […]
Get the latest updates from the front lines of Parkinson’s science, including emerging therapies, clinical trials, and the search for a cure. Ideal for anyone who wants to stay informed and inspired by the progress being made. Presentation by Zoe Butchen, Michael J. Fox Foundation
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Life of Frankenstein,” on the birth, evolution and impact of a tale of man-made monstrosity, with Bernard Welt, an emeritus professor of arts and humanities at George Washington University who frequently lectures on Frankenstein in literature, cinema, and culture. Guillermo del Toro’s lush and lovingly produced film adaptation of […]
As the sun sets earlier and more lights are turned on, how did people of the past see in the dark? Early learners aged 18 months to 4 years old and their caregivers will learn about candles, mirrors, windows and when Tudor Place installed electricity. This program will be taught through group story time, songs, […]
Wednesday, December 3 to 17, 4 to 6 P.M. Crash course in frame making just in time for the holidays! Art always makes the best presents for the holidays. The […]
Wednesday, December 3 to 17, 4 to 6 P.M. Crash course in frame making just in time for the holidays! Art always makes the best presents for the holidays. The […]
Continuing a beloved tradition for the winter holidays, Folger Consort celebrates with festive music from Spain and Portugal. The performance will showcase lush, multi-voiced choral compositions set to sacred texts […]
Make your holiday shopping special and support Indigenous artists. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to purchase traditional and contemporary handcrafted artworks, including beadwork, jewelry, paintings, photography, pottery, and sculpture. […]
Join MZ Wallace for a festive celebration on December 6! MZ Wallace is officially open! Stop by the new store and get in the holiday spirit with complimentary hot chocolate, fresh-baked cookies, and a special DIY station to create a custom bag charm. Check out the newest bags of the season and cross off everyone […]
When the lights go out during Chanukah, Max and family begin sharing songs, stories, and traditions – only to discover the lights they needed and the miracles they searched for […]
Gather with family and friends at Glen Echo Park for kids' holiday crafts, music, and open studios and galleries! Activities include: *Holiday-themed children's arts and crafts; *Musical performances including holiday songs by Adventure Theatre MTC and Washington Conservatory of Music; *The Holiday Art Show & Sale in the Partnership Galleries, featuring the Park's resident artists […]
Experience an evening at Tudor Place this holiday season. This program provides an opportunity to tour the holiday installation after hours and see Tudor Place as generations before did once the sun set. Guests are welcome to enjoy hot cider and cookies before or after their tour, as well as take home a seasonal art […]
Aru Dell'Arte Dance Company is bringing The Nutcracker into the 21st century. Once upon a time - more than magic was about to happen the night before Christmas. This show […]
Aru Dell'Arte Dance Company is bringing The Nutcracker into the 21st century. Once upon a time - more than magic was about to happen the night before Christmas. This show presents themes of human compassion, love, and friendships while spinning a well-known holiday tale and putting out fun, cool vibes. Aru Dell'Arte is determined in […]
Ch/Art (Chevy Chase Art) is thrilled to announce the opening of its upcoming juried art exhibition, Finding Joy, on December 8, 2025, at the Friendship Heights Village Center in Chevy […]
Join us for a festive fete "Tudor" style at this annual after hours holiday event.
Just Breath Escape the relentless busyness of life & phones by joining us for our half-day silent gadget-free retreats. In a world that never stops buzzing, you’ll discover or rediscover the liberating power of silence, introspection, and meditation. Suitable for new and more experienced meditators alike. What to Expect on the day Simple & profound […]
The Metropolitan School of the Arts (MSA) is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated holiday production of The Nutcracker, featuring special guest artists from one of the nation's leading companies, The Joffrey Ballet from Chicago. This beloved tradition returns to Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Va. on Sat, Dec. 13 […]
NYT bestselling author Stefan Fatsis joins Planet Word for a delightfully word-nerdy evening as he shares his latest book, Unabridged: The Thrill of (and Threat to) the Modern Dictionary. Explore the history of Merriam-Webster, the evolution of dictionaries, and the shifting landscape of the English language at a time when we create, consume, and define […]
Event: Destiny vs. D'Souza: Battle for the Capitol Date: December 13, 2025 Location: Hook Hall — 3400 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010 Debate Start Time: 5:00 PM This event will feature a major live debate between Destiny and Dinesh D’Souza—two influential and widely followed voices. We expect significant public interest both locally and nationally, and we would love […]
You are cordially invited to Cupboard's Cabaret Holiday Spectacular. Feast your eyes, mind, body, and spirit on a night of profoundly absurd tomfoolery. Located at KBird (inside The Studio on 14th St NW), 1333 P St NW, Washington, DC 20005. Dec 13th, show runs 5:30pm-6:45pm, doors at 5pm. $17 This evening of alt-comedy will have […]
Experience an evening at Tudor Place this holiday season. This program provides an opportunity to tour the holiday installation after hours and see Tudor Place as generations before did once the sun set. Guests are welcome to enjoy hot cider and cookies before or after their tour, as well as take home a seasonal art […]
In an exploration of how artists have depicted Christmas across centuries, senior lecturer David Gariff will examine the symbolism, technique, and historical context of works of art by Duccio, Fra Angelico, Botticelli, Giorgione, and Gerard David, all portraying the birth of Christ, as well as excerpts from the Bible that propelled these works. This lecture […]