Our end-of-the-week picks for June 7-9
We've gathered up some fun things to do in DC this weekend. You can also read what else is going on during the week and throughout the month.
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Friday
The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence
Inspired by the incredible Migration Series by Jacob Lawrence (you can see all 60 panels at The Phillips Collection in DC), Step Afrika! uses its innovative style of percussive dance to tell the riveting and heroic story of millions of Black migrants who relocated from the rural South to the industrial North in the early 20th century. The award-winning dance company utilizes the imagery, colors and motifs of the paintings to create a performance filled with stunning movements and drama.
Tickets
Arena Stage, 1101 6th Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
The Broccoli Ball
As a precursor to the Broccoli City Festival (July 27-28), The Howard Theatre hosts The Broccoli Ball. Curated by Icon Duante Balenciaga and powered by Baller Alert, the show celebrates Capital Pride with an evening full of Black music past and present along with cash prizes. All ages are welcome.
9 p.m. | Tickets
The Howard Theatre, 620 T Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
Summer Concert Series: Flo Rida
The Washington Nationals kick off their Summer Concert Series with one of the most popular acts in hip-hop. Flo Rida, a four-time Grammy nominee who’s been certified 42 times platinum, will take the stage at Nationals Park 30 minutes after the team concludes its 6:45 p.m. game against the rival Atlanta Braves. The postgame concert is free with your game ticket.
Tickets
Nationals Park, 1500 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, DC 20003
Washington Mystics vs. Indiana Fever
Tickets for this game have been in high-demand since it was announced. Superstar rookie Caitlyn Clark and the Indiana Fever will come to DC and take on the Mystics. The game was moved to Capital One Arena to accommodate the capacity crowd that is expected to be on-hand. Watch as the Mystics try to contain Clark and take down the Fever in the midst of what should be a fun and raucous atmosphere.
7:30 p.m. | Tickets
Capital One Arena, 601 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Saturday
Pride Block Party
Expect entertainment, food and beverages from local vendors, food trucks and restaurants along 17th Street and plenty of good vibes ahead of the Pride Parade later in the day. There’s also two beverage gardens for those ages 21 and over to refresh and watch performers on the Block Party Stage.
More info | Free Admission | Book Your Stay
17th Street NW, Washington, DC
Capital Pride Parade
Celebrate with the LGBTQ+ community and its allies at the beloved tradition that honors LGBTQ+ history and acknowledges the evolution of the LGBTQ+ neighborhoods in DC. The event also respects the origins and importance of taking to the streets in the fight for equality. Be prepared to experience one of the largest Pride Parades to ever take place in the nation’s capital. Entry is free and open to the public.
More info | Free Admission | Book Your Stay
Silver Lyan
RAMMYs Highlight Week for 2024 Cocktail Program of the Year Finalists
Cocktail Program of the Year Finalists for the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) 2024 RAMMY Awards have exciting events and promotions planned for the first week of June. The region’s top cocktail programs will showcase their outstanding in-house offerings, a list that includes Amazonia, Bar Spero, Jane Jane, Silver Lyan and Mercy Me.
U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team vs. Colombia
This international friendly match at FedExField in Landover, Md. marks the first time the U.S. Men’s National Team has played in the DMV since 2012. Both teams will be ramping up for the 2024 Copa America, so it’s bound to be an exciting matchup between two rivals.
Tickets
FedExField, 1600 FedEx Way, Greater Landover, MD 20785
Patti LaBelle + Gladys Knight – June 8
Get two powerhouse vocal performers in one evening with Patti LaBelle and Gladys Knight at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Va. The “Godmother” and “Empress” of soul (and also decades-long friends) will perform classics like “Lady Marmalade,” “You Are My Friend,” “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” and “Every Beat of My Heart.”
8 p.m. | Tickets
Wolf Trap, 1551 Trap Road Vienna, VA 22182
Sunday
Pride Festival & Concert – June 9
America's Mainstreet, Pennsylvania Avenue, becomes Capital Pride central during the epic festival that lets DC's LGBTQ+ community truly shine. You can enjoy entertainment across three stages, food, beverages and a chance to meet with more than 300 exhibitors, including local and national advocacy groups. Entry is free and open to the public.
More info | Free Admission | Book Your Stay
Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC
Capital Brutalism
The National Building Museum goes deep into what’s up with all those brutalist buildings around DC. Capital Brutalism explores the history, current state and future of seven polarizing buildings and the WMATA Metro system in the District. Check out archival documents, drawings, construction photographs, architectural models and contemporary images that provide context and shed light on the stories of these buildings and what inspired their design.
Hours & Admission
National Building Museum, 401 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
Subversive, Skilled, Sublime: Fiber Art by Women
Encounter an alternative history of American art through 33 pieces that showcase the mastery and subversion of essential materials including cotton, wool, polyester and silk. The Renwick Gallery exhibit offers pieces as diverse as the collection of women artists who made them, also unveiling insights into their creative processes through sketches, photos, mail art and more.
10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Free Admission
Renwick Gallery, 1661 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20006
Rose: You Are Who You Eat – June 5-23
Woolly Mammoth Theatre welcomes you to an entirely different type of feast. The tale of John Jarboe begins with his aunt sharing that he had a twin sister in the womb … whom he ate. As you can imagine, John is a bit taken aback by this, which inspires this musical ode to the consumed twin named – you guessed it – Rose. Expect lots of song, storytelling and hilarious wordplay.
Tickets
Woolly Mammoth Theatre, 641 D Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Places to Stay
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