There’s always something going on in the DMV where the culture runs deep.
From card games and sneaker shopping to meditation and smooth jazz, dive into diverse, creative and unforgettable experiences!
To learn about more festivities, check out the Washington Informer Calendar!
Thursday, Feb. 26
8 p.m. | $59+
Capitol One Hall, 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA, 22102
In “The Choir of Man,” an Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit, enjoy music across genres— from anthems by “Guns N’ Roses” and “Red Hot Chili Peppers,” to the soulful sounds of Luther Vandross and Adele, chart-toppers like Sia, Paul Simon, Avicii, Katy Perry and more.
The Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit — “The Choir of Man” — returns to the U.S. for a highly-anticipated national tour.
Set in the world’s best pub, this uplifting production serves up 90 minutes of non-stop entertainment, featuring a cast of extraordinary singers, dancers, musicians, and a charming poet.
Enjoy music across genres— from anthems by “Guns N’ Roses” and “Red Hot Chili Peppers,” to the soulful sounds of Luther Vandross and Adele, chart-toppers like Sia, Paul Simon, Avicii, Katy Perry, and more.
This show has something for everyone, including a real working bar on stage. Come ready to drink in the excitement and raise a glass with “The Choir of Man.”
Unwind the Mind: 30 minute meditation
6:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.| $5
Kadampa Meditation Center, 1200 Canal Street SW, Washington, DC, 20024
Kadampa Meditation Center Washington D.C. is a non profit, all-volunteer organization dedicated to sharing the practical wisdom of Buddha’s philosophy with everyone in the D.C. area through meditation practices and other teachings.
The meditation center offers an array of drop-in classes, weekend events, and retreats suitable to all levels of experience. Most classes are offered at the temple in Southwest D.C., however, participants can also take advantage of their branch classes in other areas of the District and Northern Virginia.
These meditation classes offer practical methods to improve the quality of participants’ lives through meditation and Buddhist teachings. Each class is self-contained and available by drop in.
Friday, Feb. 27
MTG – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Sealed Prerelease
6:15 p.m.-10 p.m.| $50
Labyrinth Games & Puzzles, 645 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, D.C., 20003
Join Labyrinth Games & Puzzles for an in-store pre-release function for “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” the newest set for the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering.
Friday and Saturday morning’s pre-releases will be three rounds. Saturday evening and Sunday sealed pre-releases will last for four rounds.
This event includes a pre-release pack to use and boosters that will be added to the prize pool. The tournament will be conducted using Swiss pairings. Prizes will be awarded on the basis of overall record towards the event’s conclusion.
Participants must have a Wizards Account, before registering for this event.
Nü Androids Presents: Chris Luno
10 p.m. – 3 a.m. | $34.05+
Culture DC, 2006 Fenwick Street NE, D.C., 20002
Chris Luno returns to Washington, D.C., on Feb. 26, this time taking over Culture, following his appearance earlier this year at Vera.
Known for his emotionally driven blend of melodic house and deep grooves, Luno has built a global following through releases on Anjunadeep, his widely loved YouTube mixes, and a sound that balances intimacy and late-night momentum.
This time around, he brings that signature warmth back to the District, turning Culture into a space where the room finds its groove and the night moves effortlessly.
This event is 21+.
Saturday, Feb. 28
Queer Black Broadway Walking Tour
2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | $33.60+
The Howard Theatre, 620 T Street NW, D.C., 20001
Off the Mall Tours and the Rainbow History Project are partnering to offer a 1.5 hour walking tour that begins at Howard Theater and ends at Thurst Lounge, D.C.’s first queer Black-owned bar.
The tour adds to Rainbow History Project’s larger mission to collect, preserve, and promote the history and culture of the LGBTQ community in the District, and highlights theU Street Corridor, once known as “Black Broadway.”
Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra – Jazz With a Cuban Tinge
7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $30+
National Museum of American History, Warner Bros. Theater, Constitution Avenue NW between 12th & 14th Streets, D.C., 20004
In the 1940s, Cuban musicians such as Mario Bauzá, Francisco “Machito” Grillo, and Luciano “Chano” Pozo electrified jazz by fusing it with Afro-Cuban musical elements and simultaneously wove jazz improvisation into Cuban popular music.
These artists and others pioneered a groundbreaking, fresh style dubbed Afro-Cuban jazz.
The concert honors the enduring legacy of “Cuban Tinge” with dynamic selections including Machito’s “Mango Mangue,” written by Francisco Fellove Valdés for Machito to perform with Celia Cruz, Bauzá’s “Cubauza,” and the iconic “Manteca” by Chano Pozo, Gil Fuller, and Dizzy Gillespie.
Sunday, Mar. 1
Winter in Bloom: Floral Candle Workshop with Olga Kardonova
3 p.m. – 5 p.m. | $62.18
Shop Made in VA, 1121 King Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314
Instructed by Olga Kardonova, in this hands-on workshop, students will be guided in creating a one-of-a-kind floral candle using a handcrafted five-inch round concrete vessel.
Students will walk through the full process of filling the vessel with soy wax, adding fragrance oil, and then dive into the art of wax flower making using molds that will be provided.
By the end of the session, each participant will leave with a beautifully finished, flower-adorned candle—perfect as a unique gift or statement piece for home décor.
Whole Lotta Sole – Sneakers & Pokémon
12 p.m. – 6 p.m. | $7.18+
Hilton Hotel,12777 Fair Lakes Circle, Fairfax, VA, 22033
Get ready for an epic indoor event where you can buy, sell, and trade with the best in the DMV!
Whole Lotta Sole returns, bringing together 90+ vendors, 600+ people, live music, great food, and fun for all ages.
From the latest sneaker releases to a dedicated Pokémon section with singles, sealed products, and graded cards, this is your chance to experience the DMV’s biggest Sneaker and Pokémon Convention — don’t miss it!