From tee to shining tee! Embark on a coast-to-coast journey this summer with Putt Across America at The Wharf! This 4D mini golf experience includes 18 holes inspired by our nation's most iconic landmarks, cities and natural features.
Cinematery is back at Historic Congressional Cemetery, bringing classic monster related films to romp through the grounds with Mausoleums and Monsters !
THEARC Farmers harvest vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers from our network of farms in Southeast DC and bring them to you for free every Friday!
Get your family and friends together this summer for Sunset Cinema at The Wharf—free outdoor movies on Transit Pier.
Join Vic Jagger, DJ Rico, DJ Face and the Majic family all summer for THE DC OFFICE OF CABLE TV, FILM, MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT MAJIC WEDNESDAYS for the hottest, free summer concert series in DC. Every Wednesday from 6:30pm-8:30pm at Sycamore and Oak (1110 Oak Dr. SE, Washington, D.C). Bring your friends, family, and good energy to Sycamore and Oak every Wednesday evening this summer and let’s make this season unforgettable with great music and community spirit!
Over four days, DC/DOX takes place in marquee venues across Washington, DC, presenting an exceptional lineup of 100+ feature and short documentaries from around the world. Every screening is a Washington, DC premiere and is followed by filmmaker Q&As and thought-provoking post-screening discussions.
Celebrate the magic of live music, culture, & togetherness with an unforgettable lineup of performances & activities. Mark your calendar!
JChris and his band take you through Latin American with a high-energy set highlighting music by Latinas, the Latino queer community, and his own original composition. At this performance, you’ll hear a program that is inspired by JChris’s queer and Brazilian and Peruvian identities.
The beat is back on this summer at the Go-Go on the Rooftop Concert Series at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library!
Meet w/ Sustainability leads and WACIF’s entrepreneurs in residence, network with entrepreneurs, and explore trends in sustainable business.
Featuring mouthwatering competitions, Free food tastings, cooking demos, live music, wine tastings, craft beers, and activities for all age.
An interactive workshop for the new and curious to learn the basic why and how of engaging in oral history.
Words Beats & Life’s family-friendly festival celebrates the DMV community with multiple stages of performances, arts, poetry and storytelling pavilions, interactive dance & crafts workshops, fun zones and a health & wellness pavilion to keep the community strong.
Join us for a discussion with painter Benjamin Ferry, who created a portrait of Ms. Beane now in the museum’s collection.
Join Mayor Bowser and the Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs as we march in the World Pride Parade. #WorldPrideDC
The 6th Annual LightReel Film Festival! This year’s lineup features 82 dynamic films—20 features and 60 shorts—representing bold voices from 15 countries. With a World Premiere and two DC Premieres, the slate celebrates the power and diversity of BIPOC storytelling across genres, cultures, and generations. In addition, 11 original screenplays compete for the festival’s prestigious Black Butterfly Award, highlighting the next wave of visionary writers shaping the future of cinema.
Back by popular demand, the 2nd annual New Balance Appreciation Day, with Beats, Bars & Bourbon
Jazz in the Heights returns as a weekend-long outdoor festival at Sycamore & Oak.
Join the DC History Center at the Francis A. Gregory Library for the kickoff of our Neighborhood History Project, in partnership with the DC Public Library.
All summer long, come to The Wharf on Wednesdays at 7:00pm for free concerts on Transit Pier presented by Pacifico. With R&B, Rock, Go-Go, Country, and your favorite pop covers, there is something for everyone.
The museum partners with Remake D.C. to celebrate the opening of Source Material: Lessons in Responsible Fashion with a community-driven event inspired by responsible fashion movements and the DIY spirit of the nation’s capital.
Featuring the music of cellist and weaver Janel Leppin, this after-hours event features the best of reuse and fashion in the DMV. Explore the Source Material exhibition and strut the gallery catwalk in our “Wreck the Runway” fashion show. Show off your best thrift finds, favorite hand-me-downs or latest upcycling project. The only rule? #NoNewClothes
Join us as we turn Hi Lawn into a lively Night Market, transporting guests to the streets of Hong Kong with various food and performances.
Senior Fest '25 BLOCK PARTY is the event of the year. Come on out for:
Line Dancing
Live Entertainment
Food
Health Resources
And So Much More!
Join us for a panel on the future of journalism in DC and a celebration of HumanitiesDC's Community Journalism Program participants!
Kick off WorldPride with Wild Side Media by celebrating our queer capital's vibrant creative community in the heart of downtown D.C.
The 11th Street Bridge Park and the National Park Service present the 11th annual Anacostia River Festival!
Pianist Charles Covington will perform discuss ragtime and stride music evolving from the 19th century.
Fiesta Asia! is a street fair and a signature celebration that occurs every May in conjunction with Asian Heritage Month Commemorations.
The Anacostia BID and Art to Go-Go are proud to host the SpringTime Festival.
During Military Appreciation and Mental Health Awareness Months, join Washington Performing Arts for a powerful evening of soul-stirring jazz and the autobiographical story of Jaymes Poling's return home from three deployments in Afghanistan. Redeem Free Seats via link here.
Get Ready for Mumbo vs Gumbo! Washington, DC and New Orleans go head-to-head in a celebration of music, culture, and community.
Join us for a meaningful celebration honoring the essence of motherly love in all its beautiful forms. This inclusive event welcomes all.
EU Open House is organized by the Delegation of the European Union to the United States
Join us for our CiNoMatic Screen Series, every Wednesday starting at sunset- Free and open to all.
Think you’ve got what it takes to rock the mic over a go-go beat? Step up and show out in Round 1 of DC’s most electrifying spoken word competition.
Celebrate DC Small Biz Week with DSLBD! Pitch, network, and connect with local leaders + discover resources to grow your business!
Salad Days is a documentary that examines the early DIY punk scene in the Nation's Capital. For LA and New York, punk was a fashion but in Washington, D.C., it was a lifeline.
Cheer on high school students from DC, Maryland, and Virginia as they strategize and race their hand-built electric vehicles!
DC’s Annual Truck Touch Returns! This free family festival features city vehicles and activities for children of all ages.
Join us for an unforgettable evening where sustainability meets style at Swap DC + Sustainable Fashion Week US: The Ultimate Experience.
Flower Mart is a program where people can shop for plants and gifts, eat fun festival food, enjoy children’s activities, ride the historic carousel and take in the beauty of the International Floral Exhibit.
