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Lake Arbor Jazz Festival: 16 Years of Mansion Vibes and World-Class Jazz

The 16th annual Lake Arbor Jazz Festival brings five days of jazz, R&B, and celebration to Mitchellville's historic mansion and the MGM National Harbor stage.

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Silver Spring Mon. Jul 13 2026

Summer at Carpe Diem Arts: The Heartbeat and Glue of Silver Spring’s Culture

Carpe Diem Arts has spent a decade building creative confidence in Silver Spring's children—now it is time for Veterans Plaza's biggest festivals to join the movement.

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Summer at Carpe Diem Arts: The Heartbeat and Glue of Silver Spring’s Culture

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Takoma Park Weather: Wednesday July 15

High: 108°

Low: 71°

Wind: 8 MPH WNW

Chance of rain: 2%

Sunny, with a high of 108 and low of 71 degrees. Sunny in the morning, clear overnight.

Takoma Park Mon. Jul 13 2026

Fridays at Fort Totten: Free D.C. Live Music Series with Local Flavor

Free live music, local food vendors, and family‑friendly vibes light up Fort Totten every Friday night through August.

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Fridays at Fort Totten: Free D.C. Live Music Series with Local Flavor

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Big Bloom Festival - Sat Aug 8 5:00 pm
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Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers - Wed Jul 29 8:00 pm
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Fridays at Fort Totten FREE Concert Series 2026 - Fri Jul 17 6:00 pm
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Takoma Park Sun. Jul 12 2026

Mid-Summer Flavor Map: July's Essential DMV Food Festivals

July's best bites are slipping away. Your last chance to hit the region's food truck convoys, prix-fixe feasts, and peach orchards before the summer harvest turns.

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Mid-Summer Flavor Map: July's Essential DMV Food Festivals

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Takoma Park Sun. Jul 12 2026

Late-Round Drama: The Ultimate DMV Fan Guide to the 2026 World Cup Semifinals

Semifinal fever hits the DMV. France vs. Spain, England's title chase, and one final spot up for grabs. Here is where to watch.

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Late-Round Drama: The Ultimate DMV Fan Guide to the 2026 World Cup Semifinals

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Takoma Park Sat. Jul 11 2026

Find Your People, Part 2: The DMV's Craft-Fueled Summer Subcultures

The DMV is full of worlds built on craft, immersion, and imagination. This guide highlights the most captivating summer subcultures waiting to be discovered.

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Find Your People, Part 2: The DMV's Craft-Fueled Summer Subcultures

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Takoma Park Fri. Jul 10 2026

What to do in Takoma Park & the DMV this weekend: Friday, Jul 10 - Sunday, Jul 12

Check out these 16 events coming up this weekend on our calendar.

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What to do in Takoma Park & the DMV this weekend: Friday, Jul 10 - Sunday, Jul 12

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Silver Spring Thu. Jul 9 2026

Cimafunk at Silver Spring Jazz Festival: A Masterclass in Cross-Cultural Groove

Havana meets New Orleans at the free Silver Spring Jazz Festival on Sept. 12, as Grammy-nominated Cimafunk connects Afro-Cuban funk, soul, with uncontainable groove.

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Cimafunk at Silver Spring Jazz Festival: A Masterclass in Cross-Cultural Groove

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Bethesda Thu. Jul 9 2026

Step Into the Sound: A Free, 360-Degree Orchestral Experience at Strathmore

Step inside the sound of a live orchestra—not from your seat, but from the midst of the ensemble—in a free, immersive performance at Strathmore.

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Step Into the Sound: A Free, 360-Degree Orchestral Experience at Strathmore

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Washington Wed. Jul 8 2026

Give Her Her Flowers: A Summer Night After the Heat with Sa-Roc

The humidity is broken, but rain is forecast through the weekend—so turn up Sa-Roc's "Talk To Me Nice," and tell us your late-night DMV spot on Instagram @cultural_dmv.

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Give Her Her Flowers: A Summer Night After the Heat with Sa-Roc

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Takoma Park Tue. Jul 7 2026

The World Cup Isn't Over. Here Is Where to Watch the Quarterfinals in the DMV.

The World Cup quarterfinals are here, and the DMV has a spot for every fan—from giant Jumbotrons and 20-foot screens to a Bengali-style watch party in Reston. Make it a day.

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The World Cup Isn't Over. Here Is Where to Watch the Quarterfinals in the DMV.

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Takoma Park Mon. Jul 6 2026

The DMV Edit: Beats, Books & BBQ - Monday, Jul 6 - Saturday, Jul 11

The DMV Edit highlights top local events, blending Go-Go rhythms, literary talks, classical recitals, and community skatepark BBQs.

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The DMV Edit: Beats, Books & BBQ - Monday, Jul 6 - Saturday, Jul 11

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Bethesda Sun. Jul 5 2026

Maruja Limón Brings Barcelona's Flamenco-Pop Fireworks to Strathmore's Lawn

Barcelona-based quintet Maruja Limón brings its blend of flamenco, pop, and Latin rhythms to Strathmore's free Live from the Lawn series on July 8 at 7:30 PM.

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Maruja Limón Brings Barcelona's Flamenco-Pop Fireworks to Strathmore's Lawn

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Takoma Park Sat. Jul 4 2026

Weekend forecast for Takoma Park and the rest of the DMV

Have a safe and happy Independence Day celebration. Your weather for this weekend.

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Weekend forecast for Takoma Park and the rest of the DMV

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Takoma Park Fri. Jul 3 2026

After the Sun Retires: Hyper-Local DMV Escapes

No parades and fireworks—beat the heat when the sun is down with chilled cinema, evening jazz, and breezy gazebo and late-night monument strolls.

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After the Sun Retires: Hyper-Local DMV Escapes

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