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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Takoma Park Thu. Jun 18 2026

World Cup Watch Party Guide: Cheer, Eat, and Feel at Home

From the National Mall Jumbotron to rooftop soccer bingo and embassy screenings, this is your guide to finding a World Cup watch party with real energy.

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Takoma Park Thu. Jun 18 2026

Barbecue, Night Markets, and Secret Tacos: Your Guide to the DMV’s Summer Festivals (June 27 – July 5)

From barbecue battles and neon-lit night markets to Afrobeats and wine, this is your curated calendar for the best days of DMV festival season.

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Takoma Park Wed. Jun 17 2026

Jesse & Joy at Strathmore: A Sibling Chemistry That Altered Latin Pop

Mexican pop royalty Jesse & Joy bring their El Despecho Tour to Strathmore's intimate 1,976-seat Music Center on June 24. They perform a great show!

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Takoma Park Tue. Jun 16 2026

Juneteenth and the Artifact of Love: How the Smithsonian is Helping .idk. Rewrite D.C.’s Summer Soundtrack

Idk. brings his Son de L'amour Juneteenth to DC across two days—Smithsonian, French Embassy, and a Georgetown block party. Plus, thumbs up for his e.t.d.s. album.

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Takoma Park Mon. Jun 15 2026

Before It's Gone: The Last Slice of Armand's in Rockville

Rockville Pike, MD. 51 years. The last Armand's closes June 20. Go for deep dish, nostalgia, and one last reminder of good neighbors.

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Takoma Park Sun. Jun 14 2026

MoCo Arts Are Not Messing Around: A Cultural Plan, a Choir Pipeline, and a Film Series with Clout

Maryland: June 2026, Montgomery County's first cultural plan in 20 years, a choral intensive, and a film series that forces debate—all worth your attention.

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Takoma Park Sat. Jun 13 2026

Weekend Guide: Saturday, June 13 – Sunday, June 14

A free Caribbean rooftop festival, a teen-built art installation on belonging, and enough indoor options to survive the rain—your weekend is sorted.

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Takoma Park Wed. Jun 10 2026

Rainstorms Expected Through the Weekend. Your Calendar Is Still Fun. Details inside.

DMV weather: several days of rain forecasted. Baltimore likely gets the most. Your calendar is full of indoor events – Kanysha's album release and more.

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