Jun
22
Thu
Hillwood Lunar Lawn Film Screening @ Hillwood Lunar Lawn
Jun 22 @ 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Revel in a summer evening in Hillwood’s gardens, participate in the picnic competition, and enjoy the iconic romantic comedy Moonstruck on the Lunar Lawn.

Thursday, June 22, 2023
5:30-10 p.m. (Film begins at 8:45 p.m.)

Gates open at 5:30 p.m. The mansion, gardens, and special exhibition Glass: Art. Beauty. Design. will be open for self-guided touring until 8:30 p.m. The film begins at 8:45 p.m. Light fare and beverages can be purchased from Merriweather To Go until 9:15 p.m.

$20; $10 Hillwood member. As with all festivals and programs, members do not receive free admission to Divas Outdoors and guest passes are not accepted. To enjoy Hillwood member pricing, sign up for membership online or call 202.686.5807.

Please note: This event is rain or shine. In event of rain, the screening will be moved indoors.

Jun
30
Fri
Movies @ Met Fridays @ Met Park
Jun 30 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Grab your popcorn and relax on the lawn at Met Park for a weekly outdoor movies series, produced by the National Landing BID.

Come anytime after 6 PM to pick up occasional swag and grab a bite to eat at one of the participating food trucks or pack a picnic. Movies will begin at 7 PM.

 

WHEN: Every Friday this summer at 7:00 PM

WHERE: Met Park (South Fern Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

Jul
4
Tue
4th of July Backyard Barbeque Series at Salamander Washington DC @ Salamander Washington, DC
Jul 4 @ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Hosted by Jack Arnold, Powered by Big Green Egg, Kow Steaks and Good Ranchers
July 4
Reservations Starting at 5:00 p.m. 4th of July
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m
Garden Patio
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Salamander Washington DC is serving up summertime fun and celebrating July 4th with International Barbeque Event Host, Jack Arnold. Join us on the Garden Patio for the Salamander Backyard BBQ series on July 2nd and July 4th. Featuring live entertainment, grilling demonstrations on the Big Egg Grill, premium Kow Steaks, Good Ranchers poultry and Truff Hot Sauce. Enjoy specially curated cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and family-friendly activities. 
 
Pricing structure
  • $175++ – Adult Ticket with open bar
  • $135++ – Adult Ticket with no alcohol
  • $65++ – Kid Ticket 
Included in all tickets is access to the following:
Exclusive performance by The 21st Grey Coat Battalion Fife and Drum Corp, grilling demonstrations on the Big Egg Grill, premium Kow Steaks, Good Ranchers poultry and Truff Hot Sauce. Enjoy our Terrace DJ and Open Bar option, along with family friendly activities such Photo Booth, face painting, interactive magician, and a caricaturist.
Jul
7
Fri
Movies @ Met Fridays @ Met Park
Jul 7 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Grab your popcorn and relax on the lawn at Met Park for a weekly outdoor movies series, produced by the National Landing BID.

Come anytime after 6 PM to pick up occasional swag and grab a bite to eat at one of the participating food trucks or pack a picnic. Movies will begin at 7 PM.

 

WHEN: Every Friday this summer at 7:00 PM

WHERE: Met Park (South Fern Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

Jul
14
Fri
Movies @ Met Fridays @ Met Park
Jul 14 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Grab your popcorn and relax on the lawn at Met Park for a weekly outdoor movies series, produced by the National Landing BID.

Come anytime after 6 PM to pick up occasional swag and grab a bite to eat at one of the participating food trucks or pack a picnic. Movies will begin at 7 PM.

 

WHEN: Every Friday this summer at 7:00 PM

WHERE: Met Park (South Fern Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

Jul
21
Fri
Movies @ Met Fridays @ Met Park
Jul 21 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Grab your popcorn and relax on the lawn at Met Park for a weekly outdoor movies series, produced by the National Landing BID.

Come anytime after 6 PM to pick up occasional swag and grab a bite to eat at one of the participating food trucks or pack a picnic. Movies will begin at 7 PM.

 

WHEN: Every Friday this summer at 7:00 PM

WHERE: Met Park (South Fern Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

Jul
28
Fri
Kids World Weekend at Franklin Park @ Franklin Park
Jul 28 @ 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) is excited to announce an immersive celebration of youth and learning: Kids World debuts at Franklin Park for three fun-filled days: Friday, July 28, through Sunday, July 30. This action-packed weekend will be free and open to all and will feature a variety of creative pop-ups, hands-on activities, playful installations, and more to entertain and educate young visitors and their families. Attendees can expect to dive into the worlds of literacy, health and fitness, creativity, science and nature, and entrepreneurship.

Franklin Park will offer multiple activities and installations for children ages 3 to 15.

“Franklin Park is a favorite downtown destination for locals and visitors of all ages, and we love seeing families and kids reveling in downtown’s largest green space. With Kids World, the park will be filled with a variety of engaging activities, curated by some of downtown’s most kid-friendly partners, that appeal to all of the senses and make space for kids to gather, learn, and have fun,” said BID President and CEO Gerren Price. “This will be an unforgettable weekend, and one that shouldn’t be missed.”

The dynamic programming of Kids World is being developed by the BID and partners, including event sponsors the DC Public Library FoundationBeyond the Book, and Events DC, plus the DC Department of Parks and RecreationPlanet WordTurning the Page, and others. Franklin Park will be filled with interactive exhibits, play spaces, and learning opportunities. Activities will be focused on young people ages 3 to 15, but there will be plenty of options to keep attendees of all ages active and engaged. The full schedule of programming is available online at downtowndc.org/event/kids-world.

Highlights include:

  • Storyland story time with special guest appearances

  • Pop-up children’s bookstore

  • Hands-on science, nature, art, and craft projects

  • Teatime with Paddington Bear

  • Stuff-your-own-bear station

  • Meet and learn from kid entrepreneurs

  • Superhero workouts with Black Panther, Wonder Woman, and Spiderman

  • Rock out with youth bands, singers, dancers, and other performers

  • Dance party with DJ Princess Christiona

  • Trackless train rides

  • and much more!

All Kids World spaces and activities are free and open to the public. Select events have limited capacity and require pre-registration — visit eventbrite.com/e/kids-world-2023-tickets-676188256277 to view those events and reserve your free pass.

Ladybug Release at National Museum of the American Indian @ National Museum of the American Indian
Jul 28 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Ladybug Release

Friday, July 28, 10 a.m.

Friday, August 11, 10 a.m.

Friday, August 25, 10 a.m.

Gardens at the National Museum of the American Indian

How do we protect the museum’s croplands from natural pests? Convergent lady beetles, better known as ladybugs, are a natural pesticide used by our groundskeepers to maintain the health of our gardens. Join experts from Smithsonian Gardens outside our museum on the National Mall to learn how to identify a ladybug and other fun insect and garden facts. Then place a few ladybugs on plants yourself.

This program is for visitors of all ages. Children should be accompanied by adult caregivers. Program subject to cancellation in case of inclement weather.

Movies @ Met Fridays @ Met Park
Jul 28 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Grab your popcorn and relax on the lawn at Met Park for a weekly outdoor movies series, produced by the National Landing BID.

Come anytime after 6 PM to pick up occasional swag and grab a bite to eat at one of the participating food trucks or pack a picnic. Movies will begin at 7 PM.

 

WHEN: Every Friday this summer at 7:00 PM

WHERE: Met Park (South Fern Street, Arlington, VA 22202)

Jul
29
Sat
Kids World Weekend at Franklin Park @ Franklin Park
Jul 29 @ 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) is excited to announce an immersive celebration of youth and learning: Kids World debuts at Franklin Park for three fun-filled days: Friday, July 28, through Sunday, July 30. This action-packed weekend will be free and open to all and will feature a variety of creative pop-ups, hands-on activities, playful installations, and more to entertain and educate young visitors and their families. Attendees can expect to dive into the worlds of literacy, health and fitness, creativity, science and nature, and entrepreneurship.

Franklin Park will offer multiple activities and installations for children ages 3 to 15.

“Franklin Park is a favorite downtown destination for locals and visitors of all ages, and we love seeing families and kids reveling in downtown’s largest green space. With Kids World, the park will be filled with a variety of engaging activities, curated by some of downtown’s most kid-friendly partners, that appeal to all of the senses and make space for kids to gather, learn, and have fun,” said BID President and CEO Gerren Price. “This will be an unforgettable weekend, and one that shouldn’t be missed.”

The dynamic programming of Kids World is being developed by the BID and partners, including event sponsors the DC Public Library FoundationBeyond the Book, and Events DC, plus the DC Department of Parks and RecreationPlanet WordTurning the Page, and others. Franklin Park will be filled with interactive exhibits, play spaces, and learning opportunities. Activities will be focused on young people ages 3 to 15, but there will be plenty of options to keep attendees of all ages active and engaged. The full schedule of programming is available online at downtowndc.org/event/kids-world.

Highlights include:

  • Storyland story time with special guest appearances

  • Pop-up children’s bookstore

  • Hands-on science, nature, art, and craft projects

  • Teatime with Paddington Bear

  • Stuff-your-own-bear station

  • Meet and learn from kid entrepreneurs

  • Superhero workouts with Black Panther, Wonder Woman, and Spiderman

  • Rock out with youth bands, singers, dancers, and other performers

  • Dance party with DJ Princess Christiona

  • Trackless train rides

  • and much more!

All Kids World spaces and activities are free and open to the public. Select events have limited capacity and require pre-registration — visit eventbrite.com/e/kids-world-2023-tickets-676188256277 to view those events and reserve your free pass.