**FILE** The Washington Nationals will host the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday, June 25. (WI photo)

As June winds down, wrapping up celebrations for Black Music Month and Pride, thereโ€™s a lot of fun programming and activities around the DMV region for the whole family to enjoy. 

Check out a handful of the many events happening this weekend โ€” ย and dive into the Washington Informer Calendar for more.

Thursday, June 25

Washington Nationals vs. Philadelphia Phillies

6:45 p.m. | $25 to $330

Nationals Park, 1500 S Capitol Street SE, Washington, D.C., 20003

Enjoy friends, family and food from various vendors while cheering on the Washington Nationals as they play against the Philadelphia Phillies.

NoMa Farmers Market at Third Street

4 p.m to 8 p.m | Free

Third Street, 1225 3rd Street NE, Washington, DC 20002

Join the NoMa BID at the NoMa Farmers Market for fresh produce, quality meats, and artisanal goods, conveniently located near the NoMa-Gallaudet Metro and Union Market. Grab ready-to-eat meals and treats while enjoying live music and outdoor seating. , 

Friday, June 26 

Rock the Block; Featuring Perfekt Blend

6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Free

Old Town Square, 10415 North Street, Fairfax, VA 22030ย 

From beer garden pours, live music roars, and flavors to explore, thereโ€™s much to enjoy at Rock the Block as the D.C.-area cover band Perfect Blend, hits the stage performing all sorts of genres: Top 40 pop, R&B, soul, classic rock, Motown, country, and blues. Bring a chair or blanket and kick back for good times, great tunes, and all the feel-good vibes.

Saturday, June 27 

Five Minute Horror Film Fest 

5 p.m.- 8 p.m. | Free – Registration 

St. Mark’s of Capitol Hill, 301 A Street SE, Washington, D.C., 20003

Local directors showcase their spine-chilling 5-minute horror flicks created during the 5th cohort of D.C. Public Library’s filmmaking workshop series.

From an unexpected alien invasion, a surveillance gig gone awry, the evils of AI, genetic tampering and techno-obsession, these original dystopian shorts created by local filmmakers participating in the Spring 2026 library filmmaking workshop, will terrify, astound and entertain.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments.

The Cookout: A Celebration of Black Improv in the DMV

4 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. | $20 – College students receive half-price tickets via website 

Studio Theatre, 1501 14th Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20005

Now in its sixth year, “The Cookout” is WIT’s summer showcase of Black improv, featuring some of the funniest and most talented improvisers in the DMV. There are three sets of performances at 4 p.m., 6 p.m., and 8 p.m. ( approximately 75 to 90 minutes in length.)  In addition, each performance has a separate line-up, and because improv comedy is invented on the spot based on audience suggestions, no two shows are ever the same.

Sunday, June 28

Punch with Pride Boxing Class

1 p.m to 2 p.m | $23.18

TITLE Boxing Club – 9725 Traville Gateway Drive, Rockville, MD 20850

Get ready to energize your day with the Punch with Pride Boxing Class! Join us in person for an empowering and invigorating boxing session designed to boost your confidence and fitness.

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to connect, sweat, and punch with pride in a supportive atmosphere. Food and drink to follow immediately after the workout!

Jordan Armstead is a summer intern and contributing writer for The Washington Informer. Originally from New York City, she is a journalism and religious studies double major at Elon University. She is...

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