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Takoma Park Tue. Aug 25 2026

What to do in the DC Area - Wednesday, Aug 26 - Tuesday, Sep 1

Check out our community calendar to find out what's happening this week.

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What to do in the DC Area - Wednesday, Aug 26 - Tuesday, Sep 1

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Washington Mon. Aug 24 2026

DC's Magic Festival Returns for Labor Day Weekend

The 5th Annual DC Festival of Magic transforms the Capital Hilton into a wonderland of illusion over Labor Day Weekend. Expect immersive pop-up experiences after stage shows.

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DC's Magic Festival Returns for Labor Day Weekend

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Bethesda Sun. Aug 23 2026

Music, Dance, and Storytelling: The Washington Folk Festival

Six stages, hundreds of performers, zero cost—the Washington Folk Festival returns to Glen Echo Park on August 23.

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Music, Dance, and Storytelling: The Washington Folk Festival

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Velvet Nights: R&B Series - Fri Aug 28 8:00 pm
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DC Bachata Social - Thu Aug 27 7:00 pm
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Bethesda Fri. Aug 21 2026

Windows Into the World: Strathmore's 2026–2027 Season of Cultural Discovery

Strathmore's Windows Series returns with 10 free behind the music events/ Cuban dance and West African markets to centuries old Qawwali conversations.

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Windows Into the World: Strathmore's 2026–2027 Season of Cultural Discovery

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Takoma Park Thu. Aug 20 2026

Weekend Roundup: Chuck Brown Day News, Ledisi, Washington Folk Fest and More

The 12th Annual Chuck Brown Day is here. Plus, check out these other events coming up this weekend on our calendar.

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Weekend Roundup: Chuck Brown Day News, Ledisi, Washington Folk Fest and More

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Silver Spring Wed. Aug 19 2026

The Under-Basement Chronicles: A Night with Soft Palms & A Kid Named Rhi Live in Silver Spring

Dream-pop meets basement dive as Soft Palms and A Kid Named Rhi take over Quarry House Tavern in Silver Spring on August 22—bring your appetite.

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The Under-Basement Chronicles: A Night with Soft Palms & A Kid Named Rhi Live in Silver Spring

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Bethesda Tue. Aug 18 2026

Strathmore Adds Four Bold Performances to 2026–2027 Season

Strathmore adds the Strathmore Jazz Orchestra, Gustavo Santaolalla's Ronroco Tour, Béla Fleck trio, and The Orchestral Qawwali Project to its 2026–2027 season.

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Strathmore Adds Four Bold Performances to 2026–2027 Season

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Takoma Park Mon. Aug 17 2026

Before Its Gone: Is This the End of the D.C. Happy Hour?

The 5 o'clock hour is changing—but whether remote work, shifting drinking habits, or something else is behind it, the pause between work and home is still worth protecting.

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Before Its Gone: Is This the End of the D.C. Happy Hour?

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Takoma Park Mon. Aug 17 2026

We Found Free Admission Events This Week: No Cover. No Ticket. Just Show Up.

From textile arts and chess to sound baths and French New Wave cinema, this week is packed with free events—no wallet required.

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We Found Free Admission Events This Week: No Cover. No Ticket. Just Show Up.

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Silver Spring Sat. Aug 15 2026

The Hey Cousin Culture Fest: Here Everyone Is Family

The 4th Hey Cousin Culture Fest returns to Silver Spring's Veterans Plaza on August 16 for a free, family-friendly celebration of Black joy, art, music, and community.

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The Hey Cousin Culture Fest: Here Everyone Is Family

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Washington Fri. Aug 14 2026

What to do in the DC Area this Saturday, Aug 15 & Sunday, Aug 16

Check out these 15 events coming up this weekend on our calendar.

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What to do in the DC Area this Saturday, Aug 15 & Sunday, Aug 16

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Takoma Park Thu. Aug 13 2026

The Inheritance of Spice: From Addis Ababa to ADDIS Pop

ADDIS Pop brings Ethiopian-spiced popcorn to the DMV, rooted in family history, handmade care, and a connection to community and the flavors that connect us.

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The Inheritance of Spice: From Addis Ababa to ADDIS Pop

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Takoma Park Wed. Aug 12 2026

18th Annual UkeFest Finale: The Only Place to Be This Wednesday Night

The 18th Annual UkeFest Finale brings Grammy-winning artists and a community strum-along on August 12—free, open to all, on Strathmore’s lawn.

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18th Annual UkeFest Finale: The Only Place to Be This Wednesday Night

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Takoma Park Wed. Aug 12 2026

Chills in the Air: Your Fright-Scale Guide to DMV Spooky Season

The DMV's spooky season kicks off with haunted forests, urban legends, and ghost tours—rated from mild to full-blown terror so you know exactly what you are signing up for.

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Chills in the Air: Your Fright-Scale Guide to DMV Spooky Season

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Takoma Park Mon. Aug 10 2026

From Street Food to Seafood: A Flavor Map of DC's Late-Summer Food Festivals

A free global food festival in Old Town Alexandria. A 21+ Black-owned wine experience. A 60-year-old MD crab tradition, late-summer in the DMV is a food lover's paradise.

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From Street Food to Seafood: A Flavor Map of DC's Late-Summer Food Festivals

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