Things to Do in the DMV: Events, Festivals & Local Happenings

The Marley Brothers – Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani and Damian – will stop at Jiffy Lube Live in Virginia on Friday, Sept. 27 as part of “The Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour,” their first outing together in two decades. Produced by Live Nation, the 22-date tour honors their father’s worldwide impact by performing both individual hits and classic Bob Marley songs. (Courtesy of the Marley Brothers via Instagram)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 26-29

by Jada Ingleton September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

**FILE** Audi Field will host the fourth annual “Truth and Service Classic” college football game between home team Hampton University and visitor Howard University, on Sept. 21. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 19-22

by Jada Ingleton September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

From mighty crickets bouncing off trampolines, to a hypnotic spider contorting inside her web, Cirque Du Soleil’s OVO exudes extraordinary showmanship to tickle the imagination. Funny and chaotic, yet adorable and wonderful, OVO charms the inner child with its sweet exuberance. (Courtesy photo)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 12-15

by Jada Ingleton September 11, 2024September 11, 2024

The free annual Takoma Park Folk Festival is presented each September with a mission to celebrate the arts and the Takoma Park-Silver Spring community. Held this year on Sunday, Sept. 8, the festival promises a great lineup of musicians, international food, community nonprofit tables, and family-friendly games and activities. (Courtesy of Takoma Park Folk Festival)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Sept. 5-8

by Jada Ingleton September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

Founded by Howard University alumni, Hoop For All has donated over $25,000 towards patient assistance and scholarships since 2012. The organization, which will host the Hoop for Hope Basketball Tournament on Aug. 31, has housed over 20 initiatives that have increased access to health education tools and resources to over 5,000 D.C. residents. (Courtesy of Hoop for All)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 29 – Sept. 1

by Jada Ingleton August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

Carnival Nation, a dynamic community focused on showcasing the DMV’s rich multi-cultural heritage, showcases the sounds of reggae, afrobeats, soca, and kompa in the annual African + Caribbean Music & Arts Festival. (Courtesy photo via Eventbrite)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 22-25

by Jada Ingleton August 21, 2024August 21, 2024

"MJ The Musical," starring Elijah Johnson (center) as Michael Jackson, follows the development of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour and offers audiences a look into the creative mind and direction that catapulted the King of Pop into legendary status. (Courtesy of MJ The Musical via Instagram)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 15-18

by Jada Ingleton August 14, 2024August 16, 2024

Four-time Grammy winner and trailblazing rapper Missy Elliott began her debut tour on July 7, and will stop at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, Aug. 8. (Courtesy of Ticketmaster)

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Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 8-11

by Jada Ingleton August 7, 2024August 7, 2024

**FILE** Davis Boxing Promotions presents Strap Season on Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Entertainment and Sports Arena in Southeast D.C., featuring Frankie "Franchise" Scarboro, who is landing a punch against his opponent Jose Rodriguez Crespo in May. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Aug. 1-4

by Harrison C. Buck July 31, 2024July 31, 2024

A Cultural Evening at the Embassy of China transports guests around the world to an ancient land filled with wonder and excitement in a single evening. (Courtesy photo)

Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, July 18-21

by Jada Ingleton July 17, 2024July 17, 2024

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