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Things to do in DC π spooky candles, mushroom delicacies & get outside
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βοΈ FTC is suing Live Nation & Ticketmaster π DC tests the 17th Street Levee at Constitution Ave today π Huitlacoche Festival debuts Sunday with tastings, demos & lawn games π Fiesta DC, City-State Oktoberfest & DC Family Bike Fest π Immigration Film Fest, Pixal Fest shorts & Bobbi Brown in conversation
π Huitlacoche is considered a delicacy in Mexican cuisine, but isn't well known among Americans. It's a fungus that infects corn, turning the kernels into savory mini mushrooms. I've had it at Mezcalero, but I'm looking forward to the Huitlacoche festival this weekend to try it in more ways.
π The 17th Street Levee at Constitution Avenue is being tested today. Here's an announcement from last year with a cool photo.
πͺ§ I am not the best source for news about the DC occupation. If you're looking for up to date ways to get involved, Organize DC is probably the best source of events.
Valerie
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Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 4thβthe Greater DC Yoga Festival is back and bigger than ever at Capitol Riverfront!
With this yearβs theme, 90s Baby, youβll spend the day flowing under the open sky, moving with incredible local instructors, and recharging your soul with yoga, meditation, music, and community connection.
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Tried & True features your favorite go-to restaurants that have been around for a while and serve you consistently good food.
This Week's Feature: Dolan Uyghur
"Dolan Uyghur, he samsa and kawa samsa are great starters at Dolan, and Iβm with you- the hand pulled noodles (any of them) are where itβs at." Lisa
Locations: 3518 Connecticut Ave NW in DC; 13872 Metrotech Drive in Chantilly; 400 S Maple Ave in Falls Church; and 20-A Maryland Ave in Rockville βWebsiteβ
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ποΈ Join the final FREE walking tour of the summer and get an up-close look at the future site of the 11th Street Bridge Park with Scott Kratz, the project's director. Wednesday 9/24. Free.
π§βπ€βπ§ Ready to connect with the community and celebrate a FREE DC? Join the Black Leaders for a Free DC CBC Happy Hour at the GoGo Museum, featuring a powerful panel, special guests, complimentary drinks and bites for the first hour. Wednesday, 9/24. Free.
π§βπ€βπ§ Get crafty and connect with a crafting community at Jackie Leeβs Zine Folding Socialto fold zines, chat with Free DC members, and support Home Rule awareness! Wednesday, 9/24. Free.
π Get ready for some furry fun at the Alpaca Happy Hourat La Cosecha Latin Market! Sip on drinks, enjoy the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, and hang out with adorable alpacas every Wednesday from 9/24 to 10/15. Free entry.
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πΌοΈArt on the Rocks with The Art Leagueis where mixologists and chefs battle it out to create the most artistic cocktail & appetizer pairings inspired by local art - a fun evening supporting the arts scene! Thursday 9/25. $90.24.
π Learn the inspiring journey of makeup icon Bobbi Brown with Robin Givhan, from suburban Chicago to beauty trailblazer, entrepreneur, and advocate for authenticity. Saturday 9/25. $25-150.
π Ready to learn more about the world of classic games at Tudor Nights: Games People Play? Join in on the fun with fellow enthusiasts, explore rare objects, and enjoy cocktails and lite bites. Thursday 9/25. $35.
ποΈ Get ready to brew up some bubbly fun at the Bubbling Brews workshop where you'll learn how to make your own sodas, meads, and wines using fresh fruit and everyday kitchen items. Thursday 9/25. $35/person.
π Get ready to live your bookish dreams at Books Gowns & Crowns Chapter 4with panels, a fantasy ball, and a chance to meet your favorite authors. Thursday 9/25. $100+.
π Get ready for the12th Annual Immigration Film Festcelebrating immigrant and refugee stories through 32 virtual screenings and four in-person showings in DC. Saturday 9/25. Free entry.
πΊ Get ready to groove atThursday Night Outthis week at Anthem Row! Enjoy a queer-owned marketplace, vintage clothing shop, dance music, and drag queens. Thursday 9/25. Free.
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πΊ Ready for a musical journey honoring Maurice Ravel's 150th birthday? ExperienceGuardian of the Night: Matinee with Natalia Kazaryan's enchanting piano performance and live animation at Dupont Underground. Saturday 9/27. $25.
πΊ Add some culture to your weekend plans. Catch The Washington Ballet Returns to CityCenterDC for free performances featuring classic pas de deux and contemporary works. Friday 9/26 and Saturday 9/27. Free.
πΊ Belt out your favorite tunes with friends and oin A Peopleβs Choir DC Sing-Alongat DC9 Nightclub for their 10th year anniversary on Friday, 9/26. Free admission.
π Celebrate local amateur filmmakers at Pixal Fest 2025, featuring short films, live encouragement, and interactive experiences. Friday 9/26. $29.
πΊ After the final Nats game, Riley Green takes over the field for the last postgame show of the season. Catch him on Friday, 9/26. Free WITH game tickets!
πΌοΈ Explore the art of 20+ photographers at the Umbrella Photo Fair featuring shots from the DMV's best photographers. Friday 9/26. Free.
ποΈ Get ready to mix things up at Kitchen Chemistry with Rain Young, where you'll turn pantry staples into science experimentsβperfect for curious minds of all ages! Saturday 9/27. Free.
π Get ready for a fun-filled day at City-State Oktoberfest 2025 featuring DC Pretzel Co pretzels, Great Lakes Oktoberfest pints, and DJ Blasian's German beer haus beats. Don't miss out on the limited RETRO Beer Steins for $24 with special pour deals! Saturday 9/27. Free entry.
π Join a global fiesta celebrating Latino cultures with Fiesta DC 2025, where you can enjoy authentic Latin American cuisine, vibrant music and dance performances, and a marketplace filled with artisan treasures. Saturday 9/27 & Sunday 9/28. Free.
π² Enjoy a feast by the Potomac River! Join the annual Crab Feast hosted by DC Preservation League. Saturday 9/27. $85.
ποΈ Lace up your sneakers for the DPR Hike Club at Rock Creek Park Trail. Join the guided city hike, wildflower spotting, and post-hike line dancing. Saturday 9/27. Free entry.
πΌοΈ Celebrate Black art, culture, and creativity at Black Art Matters The Pop Up featuring Black-owned businesses, art, fashion, food, and live performances. Saturday 9/27. $18.
πΌοΈ Celebrate the opening of the Illusion of Liberation Exhibition where DMV musicians and visual artists challenge the myth of creative freedom in a system of extraction. Learn more about unseen labor and financial constraints shaping artists' realities. Saturday 9/27. Free.
π§ Recharge your mind, body, and spirit at NUBOXX Wellness Day featuring free boxing classes, physical therapy tips, and delicious BlueStone Lane treats. Saturday 9/27. Free.
π€ Find your calm with Kitten Meditation hosted by Beth A Wolfe Yoga, benefiting Little Buddies Adoption + Humane Society. Enjoy a guided meditation, kitten snuggles, and community joy. Saturday 9/27. $45.
πΊ STAMPED: AYA x Friends brings an unapologetically African night of Amapiano, Afrobeats & more. Rooftop vibes, culture, and complimentary Martell cocktails (while supplies last). Saturday 9/27. Free.
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πDC Family Bike Fest 2025 is the ultimate family-friendly biking extravaganza featuring neighborhood rides, a Kids Bike Parade, free tune-ups, raffle prizes, and more at Alethia Tanner Park. Sunday 9/28. Free.
π² Get ready to experience DC's first-ever Huitlacoche Festivalfeaturing live cooking demos, tastings, yoga, lawn games, and more - a celebration of the prized corn mushroom in Mexican cuisine! Thursday 9/28. Free admission.
π€Έ Rooftop Yogalates is a blend of yoga and Pilates from the Washington Marriott Capitol Hill terrace with a post-class community connection and wellness goodies. Sunday 9/28. $29.
ποΈ Throw on your capes for theChristalis Superhero 5K Run/Walkwhere you can run, walk, or cheer while supporting a great cause with live music and a Kiddie Dash! Sunday 9/28. $35 preregistration, $40 day of race, $7 Little Hero Dash.
π² Join a wine party at Lulu's Winegarden and enjoy unlimited wine tastings and bottomless breakfast tacos - it's like Oktoberfest, but with wine! Sunday 9/28. $66.
βPerreito & Coffee DC turns Hook Hall into a lively Sunday hangout of reggaeton, salsa, and Latin beats alongside coffee, vegan treats, and community fun. All ages welcomeβcome sip, dance, and connect. Sunday 9/28. $35 advance | $50 door.
πΌοΈ Stitch n' Sip Sundays at 1921 Biergarten is the perfect cozy hangout for all fiber arts enthusiasts - bring your knitting, crochet, or embroidery projects and join the creative fun around the fire pits. Sunday 9/28. Free.
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