Promising Citi Open Begins on a Rainy Saturday

July 31, 2017

The Citi Open started under rainy skies Saturday, but all of the matches were made up under clear skies on Sunday. The tennis tournament is now on schedule.

Your Guide to a Summer of Military Concerts in DC (photos)

July 22, 2017

Military bands perform at parades, presidential inaugurations, state funerals and a variety of other events and ceremonies across the nation. They honor those who have served our country and inspire […]

Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company at National Portrait Gallery

July 20, 2017

Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company performed the world premiere of “After 1001 Nights” in the Kogod Courtyard of the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery on July 8, 2017. Burgess is […]

Folklife Festival Celebrates 50 Years (photos)

July 13, 2017

This year’s program, which encompassed 10 days in the period from June 29 to July 9, was dedicated to the “Circus Arts.”

Cherry Blossom Parade, Then Blessing of the Fleets (photos)

April 13, 2017

Under sunny skies, Saturday, April 8, was a doubly festive day in Washington, D.C.

Arena Football League’s Washington Valor Makes Debut (photos)


In case you weren’t among the 15,000 energized fans: Last Friday at the Verizon Center, the Valor defeated the Baltimore Brigade 51-38.

Flying High at the Blossom Kite Festival (photos)

April 10, 2017

With countless colorful kites overhead, members of the DC AcroYoga community performed on the grounds of the Washington Monument.

Move Me: Celebrating the Performing Arts (photos)

April 6, 2017

The 8th annual edition of the festival, on March 25, featured multiple performances by local arts partners on three stages.

The Greatest Show On Earth Bids Farewell (photos)


The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, “Out of this World” show at Verizon Center was its last in D.C.

Chilly But Splendid St. Patrick’s Parade (photos)

March 16, 2017

Held yesterday, this year’s parade, the 46th, boasted the participation of more than 100 organizations and community groups.