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Join Woodrow Wilson Plaza for the 2026 Capital Book Fest - the city's beloved pop-up book sale on the third Thursday of each month.

Join Woodrow Wilson Plaza for the 2026 Capital Book Fest - the city's beloved pop-up book sale on the third Thursday of each month.
Join Woodrow Wilson Plaza for the 2026 Capital Book Fest - the city's beloved pop-up book sale on the third Thursday of each month.
Step into history as the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs, Inc. (NACWC) and the Military Road School Preservation Trust (MRSPT), in cooperation with the National Park Service's Civil War Defenses of Washington (CWDW), invite the public to the 102nd Commemoration of Lincoln-Thomas Day. This special event in…
Exploring the Sky is a joint program between the National Capital Astronomers (NCA) and the National Park Service. The program is free and all are welcome who have an interest in observing the night sky. Visitors can come to the corner of Glover and Military Roads in the District and join the NCA to observe sky. The pr…
Empowering musicians of all ages and experience levels to discover their authentic musical selves, and build a wonderful improvisational music community!
Join DC JazzFest Downtown 2026 for FREE evening of live music, culture, and community. Saturday, September 3 on Anthem Row.
On Thursday, September 3, enjoy the Caribbean Rooftop Party for an elevated celebration culture, music, fashion, nightlife, and good vibes.
Experience an unforgettable weekend of wonder at the DC Festival of Magic this Labor Day Weekend, from September 4 to September 6.
Celebrate everything homegrown, handmade, and proudly DC at the 17th Annual DC State Fair. On September 6, Anthem Row comes alive with a free, all-day celebration of the District's agricultural, culinary, and artistic talents. From 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., rain or shine, enjoy live music, local vendors, creative demons…
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Step inside Peirce Mill, a rare surviving 19th-century gristmill in Rock Creek Park, and discover how waterpower once supported daily life in Washington, DC. Built in the 1820s, the mill served local farmers by grinding grain into flour and cornmeal. On this guided tour, you’ll explore the mill’s machinery, including t…