From tapping into one’s own expressiveness, to watching artists bring classic stories to life, there’s much to do in the DMV area for the whole family to tap into their creative sides.
This weekend, people can visit the National Building Museum as it works to bring out the creativity and craftsmanship of every guest. Or, for a more down-to-earth vibe, check out Park Florist where guests can creatively connect with nature. Then there’s Washington National Opera, where talented artists will wow audiences in an engaging tale!
Choose a fun event from this weekend’s diverse lineup, and to learn about more festivities, check out the Washington Informer Calendar.
Thursday, March 12
Indie Board Game Showcase in Washington, DC
6:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. | $15+
Dacha Beer Garden (Navy Yard), 79 Potomac Avenue SE, D.C., 20003
Calling all board game lovers! Come play different games built by local D.C.-area designers and meet the brilliant minds who created them.
5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | $103.22
Park Florist, 6921 Laurel Avenue, Takoma Park, MD, 20912
Engage in a fun and hands-on in-person workshop where participants will learn all about spring flowers.Come unwind, create something beautiful, meet other flower lovers, to usher in spring.
Friday, March 13
Artist-Led Workshop Event: Paper Party with Molly McCracken
7 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Free
Museum of Contemporary Art Innovation Studio + Store, 525 14th Street S, Arlington, VA, 22202
Hosted by Molly McCracken, current artist in residence at the Innovation Studio + Store create an artist trading card (or two) with colorful papers and acrylic paint markers. All materials are provided.
Dance in Solidarity: A Fundraiser for PGIRC
6 p.m. – 10 p.m.| $34.50+
Joe’s Movement Emporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Road, Mount. Rainier, MD, 20712
Participate in Prince George’s County Immigrants Rights Collective’s (PGIRC) high-energy dance party, supporting immigrant families impacted by recent federal immigration actions. This event is recommended for individuals 18+.
Saturday, March 14
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Free
National Building Museum, 401 F Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20001
The National Building Museum hosts its third annual The Big Draw, a free day-long festival that invites visitors of all ages to discover the power of drawing as a tool for better understanding the world around them.
Pi Day at National Children’s Museum
5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | $18.95
National Children’s Museum, Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., 20004
The National Children’s Museum’s second annual Pi Day celebration is a special after-hours event that honors the infinitely amazing mathematical constant, featuring hands-on activations that explore pi (3.14) in mathematical, scientific, and artistic ways.
Wild West Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt
3 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Free
Dacha Beer Garden (Navy Yard), 79 Potomac Avenue SE, Washington, D.C., 20003
Dacha is back with an all-new scavenger hunt this St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
Sunday, March 15
Washington National Opera Presents: Treemonisha
2 p.m.| $87.70+
Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st St. NW, Washington, D.C., 20037
One of the richest operas in the American repertoire, “Treemonisha” blends ragtime, Black folk songs, spirituals, ballet, and traditional operatic elements.
Norooz Market 2026 at the Brookland Arts Walk
1 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Free
Brookland Arts Walk, 716 Monroe St NE, Washington, D.C., 20017
Celebrate Spring Equinox (March 20) in Washington, D.C. with art, food, music, and creative activities.