Takoma Park Sun. Jun 28 2026 Sidewalk Stories: Takoma Park's Poet Laureate and The Power of Words David Alberto Fernández, Takoma Park's poet laureate, is building bridges across languages and generations — and you can walk on his poems in the city's sidewalks. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Sat. Jun 27 2026 World Cup Knockout Stage Is Here. Here Is Where to Watch in the DMV. USA vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina on July 1. The World Cup knockout stage is here. There are free outdoor watch parties, rooftop screenings, and beer gardens with 20-foot screens. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Fri. Jun 26 2026 Free Concerts and Ben & Jerry's: The Perfect Summer Combo July 1, Strathmore's free Live from the Lawn concerts return with a global lineup—from DC funk to Louisiana Creole to Barcelona flamenco, and Grammy-nominated music for kids. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Thu. Jun 25 2026 Pudding, Actually: The Story of an American Classic June 26 is National Chocolate Pudding Day—a three century-year-old tradition with a fascinating history. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Thu. Jun 25 2026 The Guide to Arts & Wellness Volunteering in the DMV (Summer 2026 Edition) A curated, hyper-specific list of volunteer opportunities across the DMV—complete with contacts, and exactly what to expect—so you can actually follow through this summer. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Thu. Jun 25 2026 Summer Scares: Haunted Houses, Ghost Tours, and More The DMV’s darker side is calling with Purge-themed haunted houses, ghost tours, magic duels, and candlelit classical tributes to TOOL—because summer is not just for the beach. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Wed. Jun 24 2026 Double Feature Tonight: Jesse & Joy and Kanysha at Strathmore Wednesday, June 24: Latin pop royalty Jesse & Joy fill the Concert Hall while intimate storyteller Kanysha opens her vault at The Mansion—two shows. Tickets inside. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Tue. Jun 23 2026 Late-June DMV Culture Guide: Free Music, Food, and Community Events (June 24 – July 1, 2026) From Glen Echo's classic rock and Gaithersburg's fireworks to the BBQ Battle on Pennsylvania Ave. and free films at the Kennedy Center—this is a free festival groupie's dream. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Mon. Jun 22 2026 What to do in Takoma Park and DC Area - Tuesday, Jun 23 - Thursday, Jun 25 Straight No Chaser and Jesse & Joy headline this midweek stretch, packed with live music, film, and a state fair debut. More of what's happening this week inside. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Sun. Jun 21 2026 Summer Solstice Wellness Flows: Solo Saturdays & Couples' Days on the Water A Saturday AI workshop and Sligo Creek for solo strivers, a couples' walk, outdoor yoga, and Brazilian steakhouse at The Wharf—your summer wellness flow is sorted. Eme Awa Editor
Bethesda Sun. Jun 21 2026 Why Chris Botti at Strathmore is the Ultimate Date Night. Friday, June 26: Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti brings his intimate, stripped-down jazz to Strathmore for the kind of musical storytelling that you need right now. Eme Awa Editor
Takoma Park Fri. Jun 19 2026 The Mall After Dark: The Smithsonian's Solstice Block Party 2026 The Smithsonian's 11 museums are open until 11 PM for a three-night solstice celebration with '90s dance, go-go concerts, jazz lounges - all free and pass-free. Eme Awa Editor