Join The American Pops for innovative yoga practices in the iconic Dupont Underground. Each practice will feature live music to create a peaceful backdrop as instructor Michael Peterson guides you on a journey through yoga and meditation. Runtimes 70 mins. All practices at DuPont Underground.
The Smithsonian Libraries will be presenting the opening of the exhibition Magnificent Obsessions: Loving Books, Expanding Knowledge, on November 7th as a part of their 50th anniversary celebration at the National Museum of American History. The event is about the book collectors and their marvelous collections that helped to develop the Smithsonian libraries and expand […]
Norman Rockwell’s masterpieces make their way to Washington as part of a major international traveling exhibition on the Four Freedoms famously outlined by Franklin D. Roosevelt: freedom of speech; freedom of worship; freedom from want; and freedom from fear. In Enduring Ideals, Rockwell’s iconic paintings and works by other artists capture expressions of freedom from […]
Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen centers on a unique decorative object from the NSLM’s permanent collection. Recently conserved, the four-panel screen is comprised of paintings and prints showing 18th century racing portraits on one side and manège training (an early form of dressage) on the other. The exhibit will cast light on a captivating era […]
This Spring, NSLM melds art with science to create NSLMology, an exhibition for explorers of all ages! Visitors are invited to experience scientific principles within three centuries of paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and hands-on activities. Get up close and personal with the physics of locomotion and identify meteorological patterns, ecology, the science of colors, […]
Bluemercury launched their Conscious Beauty Program in stores from April 22nd – May 2nd. The program will empower those to select products that support a lifestyle of healthy and conscious living. From vegan and ingredient-focused formulas to organic and botanically-based naturals, choose the products that mean the most to you without sacrificing results. Bluemercury’s Beauty […]
Walk through the doors of A Woman’s Journey. We urge you to come alone or with a friend or colleague. You will find it exhilarating, stimulating, empowering and for some, lifesaving. Doors open at 9 a.m. for heart-healthy refreshments, check-in and an opportunity to speak with area physicians. The program begins promptly at 9:30 a.m. […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Bizarre Psychological Disorders,” with Brian A. Sharpless, associate professor of clinical psychology at the American School of Professional Psychology and visiting research fellow at Goldsmiths University of London. Have you ever believed that you were abducted by aliens? Do you ever wake up to the sound of explosions only to find […]
The Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation, with Neiman Marcus Tysons Galleria and Mazza Gallerie, cordially invite you to join us for the Ninth Annual Great Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show featuring the Carolina Herrera Fall 2019 Collection. The Symposium to Conquer Alzheimer’s will precede the luncheon and will feature a panel of leading scientists led by […]
Few groups in history are capable of defining an entire era in pop music. With hits like “Be My Baby” and “Baby, I Love You,” Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Ronnie Spector & The Ronettes are one of those groups: the embodiment of the heart, soul, and passion of ‘60s female rock and roll.
Enjoy a beautiful evening of 17th century English music performed on harpsichord, muselar and ottavino by acclaimed British keyboardist Colin Booth, a master of the genre. Featured are works by William Byrd who was central in developing an English national musical style, and Peter Philips, a gifted and prolific English composer of the period. Complimentary […]
Who: Open to all residents and businesses living and operating in the District of Columbia. Sponsored by PaintCare, a non-profit stewardship organization running paint recycling programs across the country and the District of Columbia. What: Free and convenient one-day paint recycling event in Washington D.C., for residents and businesses to safely and easily drop off […]
Luce Unplugged invites local musicians to perform after staff-led art talks. Libations and snacks available for purchase from an on-site bar. Talk at 5:30 p.m.; performance at 6 p.m. Backbeat Underground delivers energetic, improvised funk with soul and jazz influences.
Few groups in history are capable of defining an entire era in pop music. With hits like “Be My Baby” and “Baby, I Love You,” Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Ronnie Spector & The Ronettes are one of those groups: the embodiment of the heart, soul, and passion of ‘60s female rock and roll.
Whittle School & Studios welcomes you to join us for an informal conversation about Whittle School & Studios with Marek Beck, Head of Middle School, and Ara Brown, Head of Upper School. Refreshments will be provided.
The Duke Ellington School of the Arts Vocal and Instrumental Departments will feature An Evening at the Opera on Saturday, May 4th. On Friday, May 3rd, at 10 AM they will present a shorter version of the show. The concert will feature senior vocalists in the Principal roles in various scenes from operas, along with […]
Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) Market continues to offer a wide range of fruits, flowers and vegetables from local farms, along with baked goods, coffee, ice cream and other specialty foods for Downtown DC.The market will have over 30 vendors this year – a mix of fan favorites and original CHoP vendors as well […]
Come join us for some refreshments while you walk around the park watching artists work. Along with the open studios, the Popcorn, Stone Tower, and Park View Galleries will be open as well. In addition to activities in our visual arts studios, the Washington Conservatory of Music presents a “Casual Concerts” series to coincide with […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents “Inspiring New Memories: Youth Art Exhibition.” This exhibition is presented in celebration of the Partnership’s Inspiring New Memories Gala in the Park. Young artists portray their favorite experiences at Glen Echo Park through visual art and imagine new memories they would like to make. The exhibition includes a selection […]
Description: The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present “Abstractly Speaking,” featuring the work of six artists who paint together in the Advanced Acrylic Abstract Class at Glen Echo Park. The artists work in a creative and supportive environment, while listening to their own voices and following their own direction. They have all mastered […]
Do you take pride in your neighborhood National Park, the C&O Canal? Show it off by volunteering for a day of restoration, revitalization, and fun during one of the C&O Canal Trust’s Canal Pride Days! Groups, families, individuals, and businesses are all welcome and encouraged to participate. This year’s projects will focus on helping the […]
Don’t miss the FREE 2019 National Math Festival, organized by the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute. This all-ages event brings today’s most fascinating mathematicians together for a variety of presentations, performances, short creative films, and hands-on puzzles, games, art-making, mathletic competitions, and more. See how math connects to what you love. Film animation? Pro football? Magic? […]
Attendees of all ages can explore playful and accessible lectures and fun activities on the math behind how the world works at the 2019 National Math Festival, which is free and open to the public. The daylong, experiential event features creative short films, math-inspired dance and musical performances, a magic show, team sports challenges, hands-on […]
Esther Productions Inc. presents PaintSpiration: An Interactive Workshop designed for girls ages 13 through 17 on May 4, 2019 from 10:00am - 12:00pm at 1313 New York Avenue NW in Washington, D.C. featuring nationally known artist Brittany N. Adams, ATR, LPC. During the workshop, Ms. Adams will guide participants to completing a work of art. […]
Outdoor festival featuring local businesses, animal rescue groups, and Northern Virginia's most adorable animals looking for their forever homes. An event for everyone in the family to enjoy, the Pet Fiesta will include a pet fashion show, face painting, caricature artists and more. Pets welcome.
On Saturday, May the 4th, also known as Star Wars Day, Scorpio Entertainment transforms the historic Reagan National Airport Terminal A Lobby into a spaceship-inspired cosmic dance party, featuring an open bar, live entertainment, views of the runway, glow wear for all guests, social media projection wall, galactic light show, and "a few other surprises […]
Revel in the lovely melodies of English 17th century composers William Byrd, William Inglot, Orlando Gibbons, Henry Purcell, John Blow and William Croft. Renowned British keyboardist Colin Booth performs these works on period instruments - the harpsichord, muselar and ottavino. Integral to all the pieces performed is the Grounde, a very popular musical form of […]
The Duke Ellington School of the Arts Vocal and Instrumental Departments will present An Evening at the Opera. The concert will feature the senior vocalists in the Principal roles in scenes from various operas and a few other styles of music. They will be accompanied by the underclassmen vocalists as the chorus and a full […]
Iconic Charlie Parker classics such as KoKo, A Night in Tunisia, and Dewey Square are juxtaposed with original responses by Turtle Island Quartet members and intertwined with other thematic pieces from the bebop era and beyond, such as Sonny Rollins’ Airegin, Miles Ahead by Gil Evans/Miles Davis, and Subconscious-Lee by Lee Konitz. Special post-concert Meet […]
Join DC Shorts for a night of short films celebrating the arrival springtime and rejuvenation plus live musical performances from the local LA TI DO singing troupe, and an OPEN BAR of beer and wine before the show. For “One Night Only,” enjoy the gorgeous voices of local vocal artists Ava Silva, Krystle Cruz, and […]
Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum galleries led by artist Ruthie Windsor-Mann! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch; all materials are provided. To register, please contact info@nationalsporting.org or (540) 687-6542 x4.
The Wedding Photo is a collection of genealogical adventure-hunting stories culminating in meaningful successes. A visit to an abandoned Polish Jewish cemetery in 1993 launches a 20-year search to solve the mystery of “Who is Buried in Sarah’s Tomb?” A visit with a cousin unearths a breathtaking photo of a Berlin family wedding from 1926 […]
J.S. Bach Easter Oratorio, BWV 249 Ascension Oratorio, BWV 11 The feasts of Easter and Ascension are significant events in the Christian calendar, celebrating the day when Jesus rose from the dead and the day that he entered heaven. J.S. Bach’s magnificent oratorios demonstrate his versatility, juxtaposing the full force of the orchestra and chorus […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Bats, Tequila's Friends,” with Lindsay Rohrbaugh, former instructor at Eastern Kentucky University, guest lecturer at the University of Maryland, and wildlife biologist for D.C.'s Department of Energy and Environment. This Cinco de Mayo, come learn about the creatures that make tequila possible: bats! They're an important pollinator of the magical agave […]
Adapted from the book “The Mouse of Amherst” by Elizabeth Spires, Mouse in House reveals an unlikely friendship between a lively mouse and reclusive 19th-century poet Emily Dickinson. The mouse’s life changes forever when a gust of wind blows one of Emily’s poems her way. Moved by Emily’s evocative words that capture her own feelings, […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Enclave of Black Hope,” a portrait of striving and success in a segregated, planned community, with John Morris, former professor of constitutional law at Sojourner Douglass College and Stevenson University, and Linda Morris, author of Cherry Hill: Raising Successful Black Children in Jim Crow Baltimore. Baltimore's Cherry Hill neighborhood was the […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Summoning Fairies,” an exploration of the literature and folklore of the elusive fairy and her kin, with Sara Cleto and Brittany Warman, former English instructors at The Ohio State University and founders of the Carterhaugh School of Folklore and the Fantastic. The fairies of legend are not the fairies we tend […]
Bring your mat to our relaxing yoga and art appreciation series. Reflect on a work in the Luce Foundation Center before unwinding with a one-hour vinyasa yoga session led by a credentialed instructor from Flow Yoga Center. Tickets ($10) are available at AmericanArt.si.edu/calendar. Space is limited.
With his national bestselling novel There There, Tommy Orange (Cheyenne and Arapaho) asks readers to examine their assumptions about who Native Americans are and how and where they live. Join us for an in-depth conversation about this critically acclaimed work with the Washington Post book critic Ron Charles. A brilliant new writer at the start […]
Join us for a unique look at objects in the Tudor Place archives and collection inspired by British royalty. Come wearing your hat or fascinators in honor of British traditions and Royal Ascot! The special exhibition is followed by light hors d'oeuvres and cocktails at the Victorian-style, Dower House. • For ages 21+ • Free […]
One of Washington's favorite black tie benefits- the BALL for THE MALL is being held Thursday May 9 from 6:30-11:30pm. This tented affair on the grounds of the National Mall near the Smithsonian museums will feature breathtaking views, distinguished speakers, a seated dinner and dessert reception with an after-party for dancing. CNN’s Wolf Blitzer is […]
Whittle School & Studios welcomes you to join us for an informal conversation about Whittle School & Studios with Stephanie Fitzgerald, Head of Early Learning Center, and Susanna Stossel, Head of Lower School. Refreshments will be provided.
We are excited to announce our spring benefit to support Children's Chorus of Washington's ongoing programming, choral education, and outreach efforts featuring Concert Chorus and Young Men's Ensemble, with special guest artist Ysaÿe Barnwell, former member of Sweet Honey in the Rock. Dr. Barnwell will bring her captivating community sing experience to CCW’s event, drawing […]
Ride for the Feast is Moveable’s Feast signature fundraising event that raises a significant amount of money to feed our neighbors in need living with HIV, cancer, and other life-threatening illnesses. Hundreds of riders and volunteers will embark on a two-day, 140-mile biking venture from Ocean City, Maryland to Baltimore City in support of Moveable […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a little whimsy, something sweet, and fun for the whole family at Mommy and Me Tea with Mother Goose. On Saturday, May 11th, Mother Goose herself will host a kid-friendly tea party from 10:30AM to 12:30PM. Tickets include photos and story time, a surprise spring craft, and a fancy (but still […]
Veritas City Church is excited to announce another Parent’s Night Out! Bring your kids for a night of fun while you enjoy an evening to yourself. Knock out some errands, go on a date, spend the night grocery shopping… whatever you need to do! Let us serve you while your kids hang out in a […]
For the fourth year, Dumbarton's chorus and guests soloists and musicians will perform Paul Winter's beautiful Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) in a belated salute to Earth Day.
Honor the favorite women in your life with a breakfast fit for a queen at Sanderling Resort’s Lifesaving Station. Treat Mom to the “best breakfast on the Outer Banks” with a special three-course brunch menu inspired by the beautiful Southern coast and the leading ladies of our lives. The menu features warm and comforting breakfast […]
Join Dumbarton House Tuesday, May14th at noon for a free chamber music concerts presented by the Friday Morning Music Club! Concerts are held in the museum’s Belle Vue Room, which can be accessed through the lower terrace off the parking lot. Groups are welcome. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis. RSVP […]
In August of 1893, Britannia W. Kennon, the seventy-eight year-old owner of Tudor Place, traveled by train from Washington to Chicago to experience the World’s Columbian Exposition, also known as the White City because of the gleaming white facades of the fair’s neoclassical buildings. Accompanied by two of her grandchildren, Britannia spent a week at […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Mermaid Tales,” a discussion of the enigmatic water spirits of Russia, with folklorist Philippa Rappoport of George Washington University. Be careful out there. According to Slavic folklore, we'll soon enter into Mermaid Week, a period in which mermaids, or rusalki, emerge from lakes and streams to water crops and to claim […]
Whittle School & Studios invites you to join us for a presentation on Whittle School & Studios followed by Q&A. The event will begin with a reception at 6:00 pm, and the program will begin at 6:30 pm.
Profs and Pints presents: “Meet the Real Indiana Jones,” with Justin M. Jacobs, associate professor of history at American University and author of Indiana Jones in History: From Pompeii to the Moon. Grab your hat and yell “Start the plane!” It's time for a scholarly adventure around the world with Justin Jacobs, an expert on […]
Join Co-Hosts Barry Dixon and Will Thomas for the Fifth Annual Rebloom on the Roof cocktail fundraiser at LaVie Restaurant. Help us celebrate the power of design to change lives for survivors of domestic violence. Enjoy rooftop views of The Wharf waterfront, cocktails, light fare and a silent auction including a designer sample sale. About […]
ZooFari: Bite Night, a benefit for wildlife sponsored by GEICO, returns to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo on May 16 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Boasting the city’s best restaurants, one-of-a-kind animal demonstrations and inspiring conservation stories, this year’s event promises to be a glamorous night of dining, drinking, bidding and dancing—all to support the Zoo’s important […]
Through movement and sound, this outdoor performance by Jane Franklin Dance brings awareness of the physical structure of the Beatley Central Library portico and surrounding green areas. A diverse collection of library users, who state their connection to the City of Alexandria and its resources are heard in brief audio interviews incorporated in the sound […]
Celebrate the graduates this weekend, surprise a loved one, or just brighten up a room for spring with a gorgeous bunch of blooms from our friends at Two Boots Farm, the local family run farm growing sustainable flowers and produce. Pick from assorted sizes of pre-made bouquets or grab a couple single stems to make […]
Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) will bring together a group of highly qualified arts professionals to select the most accomplished fine art and fine craft artists in 16 categories from around the nation to present their works at the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival. The jurors will also be on-site during the festival to select […]
Join the National Sporting Library & Museum to celebrate the opening of Canter & Crawl: The Glass Sculpture of Joan Danziger! 6-7pm: Reception and Exhibition Viewing; 7pm: Lecture by artist Joan Danziger. Canter & Crawl: The Glass Sculpture of Joan Danziger, presents a solo show of the DC-based, contemporary artist’s latest body of work. Stimulating […]
We Will Survive Cancer, a DC-based non-profit announces their “Celebration of Life Gala” a black-tie event, on May 17th at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. We Will Survive Cancer will be celebrating their 10 year anniversary and honoring Maimah Karmo, a 13-year cancer survivor. The Gala will also feature a fashion presentation […]
Celebrate Hawai'i After Hours at the National Museum of the American Indian. The museum opens its doors for a late-night event to begin the three-day festival dedicated to Hawaiian Culture. Dance to live music with the Aloha Boys and Hālau O 'Aulani, play fun and interactive Hawaiian games, make a kapa stamped bookmark, visit a […]
It's that time of year again! Geoffrey Johnson returns for his solo exhibition on Friday, May 17th! We will be exhibiting twenty new paintings by Johnson, with many of them being scenes/memories from his trip to Europe last year with his sons. The paintings aren't simply exact representations of specific locations, they are more about […]
SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience will return to Washington D.C. this May for the 12th year. Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR marries flavor-forward, independent craft beer with sublime small bites to create an unforgettable dining experience for beer lovers and foodies alike. Back for one-night only, SAVOR will serve more […]
SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience will return to Washington D.C. this May for the 12th year. Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR marries flavor-forward, independent craft beer with sublime small bites to create an unforgettable dining experience for beer lovers and foodies alike. Back for one night only, SAVOR will serve […]
King Kamehameha—respected Native Hawaiian warrior, leader and diplomat—united the Hawaiian Islands into a royal kingdom in 1810. Learn about the King’s legacy by exploring the lua, traditional training for warriors, as well as the unique royal Hawaiian regalia, including distinctive feather capes. Other activities include scholarly presentations, music, storytelling and family activities.
The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents our annual Gala Dance featuring live music by Swingtopia! Starting at 8:15 pm, join us for a beginner dance lesson, followed by dancing from 9:15 pm - midnight. Admission includes the lesson & dance, dessert, beverages, and carousel rides. This is a fundraiser and your ticket purchase helps support […]
Enjoy an informal coffee reception and tour of Canter & Crawl: The Glass Sculpture of Joan Danziger with the artist! 10:00am: Coffee reception; 10:30am: Tour of the exhibition. Canter & Crawl: The Glass Sculpture of Joan Danziger, presents a solo show of the DC-based, contemporary artist’s latest body of work. Stimulating the imagination, Danziger’s vibrant […]
Garden Tour in Historic Chevy Chase Village Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (rain or shine) discover treasured gardens when the Chevy Chase Garden Tour, hosted by Garden Club of Chevy Chase, will feature for viewing eight private gardens in charming Chevy Chase Village. Several celebrated landscape designers and landscape architects […]
Please join us at our next Public Workshop! Join the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) to review preliminary recommendations for the Rock Creek Far West Livability Study. At this second public workshop you can get an update on the study and provide feedback on the preliminary recommendations. Public Workshop #2: Preliminary Recommendations and Public Input […]
Attendees will see the technique of using oil and acrylic inks on a large Gelli plate, then taking impressions on dry paper. Demonstration of the use of soft pastels for enhancing the Monoprints.
What happens when you combine a “Trading Spaces” star with a madcap musical about trying to trade one’s identity? Or a “Drag Race” contestant with songs about the larger than life “Mame”? It promises to be an incredible evening of entertainment as The American Pops Orchestra presents “I Am What I Am: The Music of […]
Shoff Promotions COMIC BOOK & SPORTS CARD SHOW SATURDAY APRIL 20 10am-3pm, Annandale Virginia Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike Annandale 22003 Super Selection of Comic Books from Gold, Silver, Bronze to Modern Age, Nonsports cards including Magic & Pokemon , Original Art, Super Heroes Toys, Gaming supplies, Pop Toys & Anime, and Hobby […]
Written in Poulenc’s unique religious style that melds the sacred and profane, his joyful, radiant Gloria is the composer at his very best. Written in response to Vaughan Williams’ personal anguish after service in World War I, his Dona Nobis Pacem emphasizes reconciliation and peace. Steven Fox, conductor. Lauren Snouffer, soprano. Jesse Blumberg, baritone. Cathedral […]
In early 20th century Paris, the lives and music of Fauré, Schmitt, and Boulanger were inextricably linked. Schmitt credited Fauré as his greatest influence and Boulanger knew Fauré as a family friend from childhood. Come explore the musical lineage of these three composers. Be transported by Faure’s transcendent Requiem performed alongside Schmitt’s triumphant and declamatory […]
In a special encore, Profs and Pints presents: “Is Capitalism Moral?” with Steven Pearlstein, professor of public affairs at George Mason University, Pulitzer-prize winning economics columnist for the Washington Post, and author of Can American Capitalism Survive? Why is it that more than half of American millennials say they don't support capitalism, a system that […]
Spend an intimate evening enjoying a glass of wine and learning the basics of hand lettering. Throughout the course of the evening you will make a 5″x7″ framed work of art and four notecards. Each participant will take home a hand lettering kit so you can make your own wedding invitations or perfect your bullet […]
Tickets are available for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (Global) AcceptAbility Gala, an inspirational fundraiser event taking place at Hilton Washington DC National Mall. The event will feature a talent show with local people who to happen to have Down syndrome, and celebrities including ABC’s Kyra Phillips, Fox News’ John Roberts, and members of Congress. […]
Join friends, neighbors and celebrants who will gather on Wednesday, May 22 at 6 p.m. for the 27th Annual Spring Garden Party at Tudor Place. This festive event, chaired by Beth Clifton and Whitney Rosenthal, draws prominent Washingtonians and guests from around the nation. Bruce Whelihan, a stalwart and longtime supporter and former trustee, will […]
Join us at a Garden Luncheon with lauded interior designer and author of Dazzling Design, Amanda Nisbet of Amanda Nisbet Design. Nisbet, a self-described "color whisperer," has an inherent ability to create spaces that are simultaneously comfortable and elegant. Enjoy a lovely lunch with friends under the tent on the sprawling South Lawn, and a […]
Join us at a Garden Luncheon with lauded interior designer and author of Dazzling Design, Amanda Nisbet of Amanda Nisbet Design. Nisbet, a self-described "color whisperer," has an inherent ability to create spaces that are simultaneously comfortable and elegant. Enjoy a lovely lunch with friends under the tent on the sprawling South Lawn, and a […]
The Lisner-Louise-Dickson-Hurt Home will celebrate 80 years of extra-ordinary health and life care services to DC's low to modest income seniors. This year the Home will honor former Mayor and Ward 7 Councilmember with the Laura Lisner Award in recognition of his contributions to the greater DC community. May 23rd will be a celebration honoring […]
Three nights – three different sets! The Avett Brothers return to Wolf Trap by popular demand for a multi-night Americana rock retreat filled “with echoes of old-timey string bands, singalong folk revivalists, boozy Americana roots rockers and big-box singer – songwriter softies” (Rolling Stone). Thursday, May 23 at 7:30 pm - RODNEY CROWELL Friday, May […]
Profs and Pints presents: “The Long View on Venezuela,” with Fulton Armstrong, research fellow at American University’s center for Latin American studies and former National Intelligence Officer for Latin America and adviser to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Since January, the United States and other nations have been seeking to oust Venezuelan President Maduro and […]
Join us in the Village Plaza every Friday & Saturday from 6-8pm for live music and fun! Grab your favorite cocktail, beer or wine from 5 Tara, BurgerFi, ChefScape, Eggspectation, Firebirds, Plaza Azteca, The Conche, Travinia or Vino Bistro and ask for it to go! Bring it out to the Plaza to sip on while […]
A not-to-be missed evening of dazzling music with classical pianist Merzana Kostreci, who brings alive the sounds of masters from Chopin to Ravel. Tickets at http://auartstix.universitytickets.com/user_pages/event.asp?id=468&cid=83
Three nights – three different sets! The Avett Brothers return to Wolf Trap by popular demand for a multi-night Americana rock retreat filled “with echoes of old-timey string bands, singalong folk revivalists, boozy Americana roots rockers and big-box singer – songwriter softies” (Rolling Stone). Thursday, May 23 at 7:30 pm - RODNEY CROWELL Friday, May […]
Teatro Lirico of DC presents a concert of two of the most important Spanish composers from the transition of the 18th to the 19th century; featuring Amanda Fink (mezzo-soprano), Jeremy Lyons (guitar), and William Wielgus (oboe, guest artist). Sor’s Cendrillon was frequently performed well into the 19th century, while in the late 18th century, Martin […]
Come play with us at Beast Coast on the world's largest pop-up parkour park ! Beast Coast is great for beginners of all ages to get an intro to parkour. We bring the best athletes from around the world to DC so you can watch as they create incredible movement on our parkour wonderland ! […]
Throughout the summer, Dumbarton House Museum in Georgetown hosts an array of interesting and educational events that connect neighbors and visitors to its important past. Starting in the beautiful gardens at Dumbarton House, join us for an In-TREE-guing Georgetown Walking Tour that explores the trees that line Georgetown streets.
Hear from professionals who work in the arts, then sharpen your own creative skills with a hands-on activity related to the speaker’s expertise. Please register online at AmericanArt.si.edu/calendar ($10 materials fee).
Join us in the Village Plaza every Friday & Saturday from 6-8pm for live music and fun! Grab your favorite cocktail, beer or wine from 5 Tara, BurgerFi, ChefScape, Eggspectation, Firebirds, Plaza Azteca, The Conche, Travinia or Vino Bistro and ask for it to go! Bring it out to the Plaza to sip on while […]
Three nights – three different sets! The Avett Brothers return to Wolf Trap by popular demand for a multi-night Americana rock retreat filled “with echoes of old-timey string bands, singalong folk revivalists, boozy Americana roots rockers and big-box singer – songwriter softies” (Rolling Stone). Thursday, May 23 at 7:30 pm - RODNEY CROWELL Friday, May […]
The Dupont Underground is a 501(c)(3) cultural organization committed to developing a multidisciplinary platform for creative expression. We are transforming a public work – the subterranean streetcar station in Dupont Circle – into a new public infrastructure to support creative exchange, contemporary arts practice, and an ongoing conversation about the city. Come Join us for […]
"The President's Own" United States Marine Band will launch Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts' summer season with a program of concert band favorites. A fireworks display will follow the concert. Gates open at 6:30 pm for Lawn and In-House (90 minutes prior to curtain) Fireworks viewing area opens following the performance, at […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Investigating Sherlock Holmes,” with Kris Mecholsky, English instructor and scholar of crime fiction and film at Louisiana State University. Sherlock Holmes is the most adapted figure in film and television history, testifying to the weight of his lasting legacy. But as original as the Great Detective is, he did not spring […]
Join us in the Village Plaza every Friday & Saturday from 6-8pm for live music and fun! Grab your favorite cocktail, beer or wine from 5 Tara, BurgerFi, ChefScape, Eggspectation, Firebirds, Plaza Azteca, The Conche, Travinia or Vino Bistro and ask for it to go! Bring it out to the Plaza to sip on while […]
Join us in the Village Plaza every Friday & Saturday from 6-8pm for live music and fun! Grab your favorite cocktail, beer or wine from 5 Tara, BurgerFi, ChefScape, Eggspectation, Firebirds, Plaza Azteca, The Conche, Travinia or Vino Bistro and ask for it to go! Bring it out to the Plaza to sip on while […]
Join us in the Village Plaza every Friday & Saturday from 6-8pm for live music and fun! Grab your favorite cocktail, beer or wine from 5 Tara, BurgerFi, ChefScape, Eggspectation, Firebirds, Plaza Azteca, The Conche, Travinia or Vino Bistro and ask for it to go! Bring it out to the Plaza to sip on while […]
Merlin's Island: Gluck’s clever opera is a light-hearted parody that takes nothing seriously. The Emperor of Atlantis: Death decides to teach mankind a lesson in this powerfully dramatic work. MERLIN'S ISLAND: Music by Christoph Willibald Gluck Libretto by Louis Anseaume, based on Lesage and D'Orneval's Le monde renversé Two Parisians are shipwrecked on an island […]
Join us on the NSLM’s lawn as we celebrate the 5th anniversary of our Open Late Summer Concert Series! May 31st Open Late Concert will be featuring the Bryan Shepherd Country Band with partners Blue Ridge Wildlife Foundation, Land Trust of Virginia, and Middleburg Humane Foundation. Concerts are free and open to the public, with […]
Join us in the Village Plaza every Friday & Saturday from 6-8pm for live music and fun! Grab your favorite cocktail, beer or wine from 5 Tara, BurgerFi, ChefScape, Eggspectation, Firebirds, Plaza Azteca, The Conche, Travinia or Vino Bistro and ask for it to go! Bring it out to the Plaza to sip on while […]
Join us in the Village Plaza every Friday & Saturday from 6-8pm for live music and fun! Grab your favorite cocktail, beer or wine from 5 Tara, BurgerFi, ChefScape, Eggspectation, Firebirds, Plaza Azteca, The Conche, Travinia or Vino Bistro and ask for it to go! Bring it out to the Plaza to sip on while […]
This supergroup featuring Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Sammy Hagar and bassist Michael Anthony, drummer Jason Bonham, and guitarist Vic Johnson, has established themselves as one of the most exciting live acts on tour today, seamlessly ripping through careerspanning hits from Montrose, Van Halen, Sammy Hagar and The Waboritas, Led Zeppelin, and new […]
Now in its 39th year, the Washington Folk Festival returns to Glen Echo Park, MD on June 1 & 2, 2019 from 12 pm to 7pm each day with music of all kinds, participatory dancing, a fine crafts market, and storytelling. Hosting more than 450 performers on 7 stages, the FREE festival celebrates the diverse […]
Steven Blier of NYFOS returns for his 25th Anniversary recital joined by Joseph Li at the piano and a cast of new and familiar faces. Stage Director Katherine Carter also returns to celebrate Blier’s legacy and breathe new life into the program he has crafted.
Tickets on sale NOW for the Middleburg Barn Equestrian Festival on Saturday, June 1st! Enjoy competitive show jumping, craft beer and wine tasting, live entertainment on two stages, an antique auto exhibition, pony rides for the kids, and fantastic food from some of the best food trucks in the region! General Admission currently just $8. […]
Live from Here with Chris Thile is a Saturday night destination for radio audiences everywhere. This variety show heard by 2.6 million listeners each week features a unique blend of musical performances, comedy, and audience interaction. Acclaimed musician and songwriter Chris Thile of Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek welcomes a wide range of well-known and […]
Local yoga instructors Alia Peera and Audrey Roxas host our 5th annual summer yoga series at Dumbarton House. Enjoy our 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 complete a […]
Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum galleries led by Anne Marie Paquette! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch; all materials are provided. To register, please contact info@nationalsporting.org or (540) 687-6542 x4.
Profs and Pints presents: “Bizarre Psychological Disorders,” with Brian A. Sharpless, visiting research fellow at Goldsmiths University of London and editor of Unusual and Rare Psychological Disorders: A Handbook for Clinical Practice and Research. Have you ever believed that you were abducted by aliens? Do you ever wake up to the sound of explosions only […]
Original members of pop and R&B group New Edition come together for a night of smash hits like Bell Biv DeVoe’s “Poison” and “When Will I See You Smile Again” plus Bobby Brown’s “My Prerogative” and “Every Little Step.” “Right Here” and “Weak” R&B group SWV kick off the night.