Beach Drive from Rock Creek Park to Porter Street will be closed on Saturday from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM. That means that the stretch that goes past the zoo will be closed.
On Sunday, the entire length of Beach Drive will be open to cars (including areas normally closed to them) for a scenic driving day.
Congratulations to A.P. for winning tickets to this weekend's DC Chocolate Festival!
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Step inside 11 homes never featured on the house tour before and enjoy historical character. Mostly built in the late 1800s, you'll find original details like stained glass transoms, pocket doors, and Victorian wall coverings while also learning about the history of the homes.
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๐บ Have passion for poetry? Itโs your turn to shine with Art to Go-Go inviting poets to perform their original pieces with a practice open mic series. This is before their official championship event where you can win a $2,500 cash prize. Wednesday 4/23. Free.
๐ฒ Forage wild edibles you can find within DC in spring with expert Nick Spero of the Natural History Society of Maryland. Wednesday 4/23. Free.
๐พ 1921 Biergarten is turning six, and theyโre throwing an after-hours birthday bash in the museum garden featuring Sixlets candy, designing your own six-sided die, and $6 off a new museum membership. Wednesday 4/23. Free.
๐ผ๏ธ The exhibits for Japanese tea ceremonies opened this April! See historic tea accessories and utensil artifacts from the Kinsey Chanoyu Collection. Visit this Wednesday, 4/23, or anytime (open all year). Free.
๐ค Join the chess club for adults and meet certified instructors from the US Chess Center. Wednesday 4/23. Free.
๐บ Itโs National Park Week and todayโs lineup features Classic Rock! Join them until the end of the week for heavy metal, blues, dance music, and walkup songs. Today until Sunday 4/27. Free.
๐ผ๏ธ See portraits of 19th century US presidents and a rare ambrotype Lincoln campaign pin at the National Portrait Gallery exhibit. Open for viewing until Sunday 6/8. Free.
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๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Complete the Easter Keg Hunt and you might win VIP Snallygaster tickets, dinner for two, or exclusive beer experiences! Thursday 4/24 - Sunday 4/27. Price not stated.
๐๏ธ Enjoy watercolor painting and conversations held after-hours at the Petworth Library this Thursday 4/24. Free.
๐ผ๏ธ All the finest in American craftmanship will be at the Smithsonian Craft Show, featuring top artisans in ceramics, basketry, jewelry, furniture, textiles & more. Thursday 4/24-Sunday 4/27. $25.
๐ค Secure your tickets for this in-demand Bingo + Goats session. Play bingo and cuddle a herd of adorable Dwarf goats from Walnut Creek Farm. Friday 4/25. $40.
๐ฒ Be a citizen scientist and help document wildlife in your area with the iNaturalist app for this year's City Nature Challenge. Friday 4/25 - Monday 4/28. Free.
๐ฒThe 8th DC Chocolate Festival is two days of chocolate tastings, workshops, and meeting with chocolatiers from aroung the world. Friday 4/25 to Saturday 4/26. $25+.
๐๏ธ The 3rd Annual Black Women in Food Summit celebrates Black womenโs contributions to the food industry with chefs, restaurateurs, food writers, and entrepreneurs present. Friday 4/25 to Saturday 4/26. $25+.
๐๏ธ Join this guided walking tour of three Smithsonian Mall gardens and explore how each museums approach their green spaces. Limited to the first 20 who arrive onsite. Be early! Saturday 4/26. Free.
๐๏ธ The DC Urban Walkers will walk a 10.2-mile city loop walk starting and ending at Union Station, passing the Supreme Court, Anacostia Riverwalk Trail, and H Street along the way. Saturday 4/26. Free.
๐๏ธ Create sustainable crafts for Earth Day like tin can planters, clothing mending and zine-making. Saturday 4/26. $10 suggested donation.
๐ฒFoodies, be the first to taste dishes from eight new kitchens on the block before they open. See award-winning chefs and exclusive dishes, and hear inside scoops before these new gems open to the public. Saturday 4/26. $119.
๐๏ธ Customize your favorite book at Old Town Books' bedazzling workshop this Saturday 4/26. $25.
๐ค Live music all day will take overPetworth PorchFest this Springwith 300+ bands on 100 porches. This volunteer-led festival will be a giant outdoor concert! Saturday 4/26. Free.
๐ฝ๏ธ The Veg Society of DC is hosting a vegan potluck for vegan food lovers. Bring your plant-based dish, a recipe card, and swap recipes. Sunday 4/27. Free.
๐๏ธ Itโs wedding season! Thrifty brides can say yes to a $100 (or less) dress at this garage pop-up of pre-loved formal wears. Sunday 4/27. Under $100.
๐ฝ๏ธ Wine for brunch + live music is a perfect laid-back afternoon before a new week starts. Join The Cozy Experience for a brunch & winery meetup! Sunday 4/27. $5 to reserve your spot.
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง The Spring Fling Queer Mixer features live DJ sets, cocktails, queer vendors, and discounted QTBIPOC tickets! Sunday 4/27. $5+
๐๏ธ Love vinyl & vintage? This marketplace is the perfect place for you to browse vinyl (new & used), retro fashion, or home goods. Sunday 4/27. Free.
๐๏ธ Rework your worn garments at the Libraryโs free mending workshop this Sunday 4/27. Free.
๐๏ธ Thereโs a monthly walking club for audiobook lovers to walk, listen, and chat about your favorite reads. Bring your headphones! Sunday 4/27. Free.
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Drawing in DC is a group for artists (or aspiring ones!) and this weekโs activity is an outdoor sketch at Enid A. Haupt Garden. Sunday 4/27. Free.
๐ Come listen to incarcerated writers tell the stories of reflecting from their past, confronting the present, and painting a bright future after serving long sentences. Monday 4/28. Free; $30 suggested donation.
๐ Ed Helms talks historyโs greatest blunders with CNNโs David Chalian in a humbling but hilarious way. Thursday 5/1. $25.
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง The 3rd Annual DC Boat Show features sailboats, motorboats, and industry experts you can ask regarding latest boating gears. Friday 5/2. $20+.
๐ This yearโs 86th Annual Flower Mart features floral displays, artisan vendors, food stalls, entertainment, and All Hallows Guildโs antique carousel. Friday 5/2-Saturday 5/3. Free.
๐๏ธ Come to P Street to see 20+ potters selling their ceramic works on a sidewalk pop-up market. Saturday 5/3. Free.
๐ฐ Grab this unique chance to ride the historic Dentzel Carousel at Glen Echo Park, a beautifully restored menagerie carousel from the 1921. Saturday 5/3. $2 per ride; $5 all-day pass.
๐ If you want to feel like traveling the world without leaving DC, come to the Around the World Embassy Tour for diverse authentic cuisines, traditional performances, art exhibits, and interactive cultural experiences. Saturday 5/3. Free.
๐ Join experts talk about the dark side of book collecting or bibliomania and how to maintain your ethics in collecting. Saturday 5/3. $15.
๐ฒ Join Italian Foodie & Wine Lovers in exploring Italian cuisine & wine tastings at the festival. Plus, gourmet chocolates and live cooking demos from Chef Amy Riolo. Saturday 5/3. Free admission with RSVP.
๐ Sligo Creek Parkway turns into a festival space on Saturday with interactive nature exhibits, live performances, tree climbing, and local food options. Saturday 5/3. Free.
๐ฒ DC Veg Restaurant Week features participating restaurants with plant-based dining specialties, special vegan menus, discounts, and culinary events. Saturday 5/3 until 5/10. $50+
๐ฒ As part of Passport DC, you can explore diverse cuisines at the International City Food Festival on Saturday 5/3 - Sunday 5/4. Free.
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๐บ Katt Williams returns with his unfiltered honesty and humor for his Heaven on Earth Tour. Friday 5/9 - Saturday 5/10. $99+*
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Meet new people in a no-pressure singles event, featuring a Singles Bingo and the Matchbox app for real-time matchmaking. Friday 5/9. $12+
๐ผ๏ธ This Fine Arts Festival gathers 120 top artists over the country to showcase their artworks. Saturday 5/10 - Sunday 5/11. Free.
๐๏ธ Join this guided kayak tour on Mallows Bay, home to the largest shipwreck ghost fleet from World War I. Opens Sunday 5/11 until 10/26. $85.
๐ Best-selling authors Martin Reeves and Tom Friedman talk about the unexpected origin story of the โlikeโ button and its role in society today. Monday 5/12. $10.
๐ค Itโs ditch the cars and bike to work day! Stop by Franklin Park for a free morning coffee, treats, and live music. Thursday 5/15. Free.
๐ฝ๏ธ Join Common Good City Farm for an open-air farm spring dinner and farm-to-table meals prepared by Chef Kay of Shaleafaโs Kitchen. Thursday 5/22. $54.
๐ Listen to this interesting talk on red-light district history and how Murder Bay was known as Hookerโs Division during the Civil War. Thursday 5/22. Free.
๐คธ Mindful mornings at The Square is a free and popular morning yoga session that runs out fast. Reserve your spot quick. BYOM. Saturday 5/24. Free.
๐ Come to #CapHouseFest to salute the legacy of Sam โThe Manโ Burns with an all-day music fest. Saturday 5/24. Free; $25 suggested donation.
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