Food and Farm Fridays
May
30
to Nov 21

Food and Farm Fridays

THEARC Farmers harvest vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers from our network of farms in Southeast DC and bring them to you for free every Friday!

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Art Ave
Sep
1
to Jan 31

Art Ave

Art Ave will feature free family-friendly events and an outdoor collection of museum-quality art, all culminating around the iconic Farragut Square.

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Día de los Muertos at Historic Congressional Cemetery
Nov
2

Día de los Muertos at Historic Congressional Cemetery

Join us for an extraordinary celebration of Día de los Muertos at Historic Congressional Cemetery. In collaboration with special guest and Capitol Hill resident, Rosa Moreno, and Death Doula-in-Residence, Laura Lyster-Mensh, we will transform the chapel in the center of our grounds into a place of learning, remembrance, community gathering, and celebration of the “Day of the Dead.”

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Language & the Brain: A Music Symposium
Nov
8

Language & the Brain: A Music Symposium

Did you know that music instruction in early childhood primes the brain for reading success? Or that singing in a choir helps seniors distinguish speech from background noise? From birth through the golden years, research shows that music profoundly shapes how we learn and communicate.

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Sensory Friendly Morning
Oct
26

Sensory Friendly Morning

Sensory Friendly Morning is designed for families with neurodivergent children or teenagers to explore the museum at a quieter, less-crowded time. The recommended age for this experience is 10 and up, but all are welcome! The experience is self-guided, and guests can choose to participate in additional activities. Some exhibit elements will be adapted to accommodate sensitivities to light and sound.  

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Words on Fire 2025
Oct
25

Words on Fire 2025

Words on Fire is an afternoon of creativity and collaboration as we explore the art of poetry. The workshops are geared towards 8th - 12th graders from the District of Columbia. 

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Fiesta DC
Sep
27
to Sep 28

Fiesta DC

Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and flavors of Latin America. 

Discover authentic culinary delights, explore handcrafted art, and be captivated by live performances. 

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40th Annual Mayor's Arts Awards
Sep
25

40th Annual Mayor's Arts Awards

The Mayor’s Arts Awards is a free, inclusive celebration for District residents from all 8 Wards, honoring the city’s vibrant creative community and patrons of the arts and humanities. The evening features unforgettable performances, acknowledgments, and award presentations in 15 diverse categories.

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Adams Morgan Day 47th Anniversary
Sep
14

Adams Morgan Day 47th Anniversary

The 47th annual Adams Morgan Day Festival returns this year, with an exciting line-up featuring live music, dance, as well as family and children’s activities, “Artisan Stroll” with vendors at Marie Reed Elementary School, and Jubilee Plaza, local food and beverage specials, history and culture activities throughout the neighborhood, and more!

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Events DC Walking Town
Sep
13
to Sep 20

Events DC Walking Town

Every September, Washington, DC hosts an annual event to showcase the city's art, culture and history. The event offers various tours over nine days across the eight wards.

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Celebration of Textiles: Enduring Traditions
Sep
6

Celebration of Textiles: Enduring Traditions

Join us for a special centennial edition of our annual Celebration of Textiles community festival! This year, we’re highlighting the enduring textile traditions of cultures around the world, with special performances and activities led by practicing artists and diaspora communities from the Washington area. Explore the world of possibilities for making clothing and textiles, enjoy cultural dance and music performances, and visit our centennial exhibition Enduring Traditions: Celebrating the World of Textiles to explore global traditions that continue to inspire textile communities today.

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2025 National Book Festival
Sep
6

2025 National Book Festival

The 2025 National Book Festival will be held in the nation’s capital at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The event is free and open to the public. A selection of programs will be livestreamed online and videos of all programs will be available shortly after the Festival.

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